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"Yes, yes." Mei Terumi's face lit up with joy. "Has Lord Seigo decided what he wants me to do?"

"Why does this woman climb up to anyone who gives her a chance?" Qingwu silently complained.

As if noticing the impatience on Qingwu's face, Terumi Mei coughed lightly:

"Alright, enough joking. I didn't expect to run into you, but since we've met, I naturally want to see you and explain a few things."

Qingwu nodded, signaling her to continue.

Mei Terumi finally became more serious. "Last time I said that I wanted to represent Kirigakure and Konoha to establish diplomatic relations. I also successfully persuaded the Mizukage to send an envoy to Konoha to discuss the establishment of diplomatic relations and trade, and took the initiative to take on this matter."

She sighed, a hint of helplessness and regret on her face:

"However, just before the delegation was about to depart, the Mizukage suddenly changed his mind, withdrew the order, and..."

His attitude became even more closed off and unpredictable than before, and the matter was left unresolved. Because of this, I also began to have some doubts about some of the Mizukage's decisions.

Qingwu listened quietly without interrupting.

He knew that the Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi, was controlled by Obito Uchiha using genjutsu, and that Kirigakure had fallen into a dark period known as the "Village of Blood Mist."

Mei Terumi's implication at this moment clearly indicates her dissatisfaction with Yagura's rule, or rather, her disagreement with Kirigakure's current closed and bloody policies.

Seeing that Qingwu didn't respond, Zhao Meimei blinked and said again:

"Lord Qingwu, I never expected so much to have happened since we last parted. You crippled Lei Ying on the battlefield and forced Yunyin to sue for peace. The name 'Catastrophe' is now widely known."

Why are you suddenly being so flattering again...? Qingwu waved his hand and said directly:

"I remember telling you last time that if you want to establish diplomatic relations, you should go to the relevant high-ranking officials in Konoha. I am just a Jonin in Konoha, in charge of border defense. Diplomatic policy is not something I can decide."

His response to this matter remained very official.

A hint of disappointment flashed in Mei Terumi's eyes:

“I know, but what I value more is you, Qingwu. The strength and wisdom you have shown make me feel that you may be able to understand the current predicament of Wuyin, and the possibility of change.”

Qingwu immediately replied, "Konoha has no right to interfere in Kirigakure's internal affairs, and I have no interest in doing so either."

With a single sentence, he shut down what Mei Terumi was about to say.

Qingwu finally understood that as his reputation grew, this woman wanted to recruit him as an "assistant."

However, this kind of thing would not benefit him at all, and... it's not the time to confront that "pervert" Obito yet.

Mei Terumi said dejectedly, "I understand. Last time, you helped me defeat Raiga Kurosuki. I owe you a promise, not the other way around, but..."

Her tone became more earnest: "Your Excellency Qingwu, Wuyin is like a house with its doors and windows tightly closed, but its interior is slowly decaying."

We need fresh air, we need to see the possibility of change. The strength and openness of Konoha serve as a reference, and also as...hope.

Qingwu repeated, "Foreign policy is a matter for the Konoha leadership and the Hokage to decide. If you are interested, you should do it through official channels..."

"Official channels?" Mei Terumi chuckled self-deprecatingly. "What 'official channels' does Kirigakure have to reach the outside world these days? Even if there were, they'd probably be controlled by certain people long ago."

Qingwu looked at her seriously. This woman was quite astute. Had she already noticed something was wrong with the Water Shadow, Yagura?

Mei Terumi shook her head, seemingly a little tired. "Actually, I don't know why I'm telling you this. I just feel... we're friends, right?"

Qingwu raised an eyebrow. "Fine, you still owe me one thing!"

Mei Terumi rolled her eyes at him with displeasure. "From beginning to end, all you talked about was interests. You have no regard for human feelings. You're even more ruthless than those politicians."

Qingwu smiled and returned her earlier words: "Likewise, likewise!"

"Well, never mind!"

Mei Terumi stretched and said, "Since Lord Qingwu is so heartless, I have to continue looking for that damned rogue ninja."

Qingwu's response was flawless, and Terumi Mei knew that dealing with such a young genius couldn't be rushed; there would always be a day when it would come in handy.

"Please do as you wish!" Qingwu never looked at the sake in his cup from beginning to end.

"When I return, I will reiterate my suggestion to open trade with Konoha. I hope our next meeting will be in your village."

"That might be a bit difficult."

"what?"

"I'm going to stay on the border for three years, hmm, to keep an eye on the Cloud Village's unruly behavior."

"..."

"I'm leaving." Qingwu stood up without looking back.

Mei Terumi watched him walk towards the door, then suddenly chuckled, "I'll remember the 'interest' I owe you. Maybe one day I'll pay it back in some other way..."

That's a rather meaningful statement.

However, Qingwu only paused for a moment before walking out of the private room without looking back.

Downstairs, Hongdou greeted her happily, "You're out so soon? I thought you were going to be seduced by that woman!"

Before Qingwu could reply, Hongdou said again, "How can this woman from Wuyin talk like that... how can she talk like that!"

She racked her brains but couldn't find the right words to describe it.

She's still just a little girl after all. Qingwu patted her head with amusement. "We're just acquaintances. Come on, let's go soak in our hot spring."

Mei Terumi and Anko are completely different types of people.

Hongdou may seem carefree, but she is actually very simple-minded and passionate.

Mei Terumi... is a smart, ambitious woman who knows how to use her own strengths.

What if we can't become the future "Water Shadow"?!

……

Upstairs, in a private room.

call out!

Ao appeared behind Mei Terumi.

Mei Terumi had already straightened her clothes and said with a serious expression, "Did you see clearly?"

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Chapter 227 Red Bean's Heavenly Curse Seal

"Did you see it clearly?"

Mei Terumi did not turn around, her voice regaining its usual clear and calm tone when handling official business.

"Completely...invisible."

Qing's voice was somewhat hoarse, tinged with disbelief and solemnity:

"It's not about hiding, it's not about pretending, it's more like... it's as if he himself doesn't exist within the scope of chakra perception."

"All you can see is a blank space, a blank space shrouded by some kind of grander yet more vibrant energy."

"That's not chakra, at least not the chakra we know."

He paused, then added:

"It's like... he has become one with the natural environment around him. If I didn't confirm it with my own eyes, I would even doubt whether there is really a person there."

Mei Terumi turned around, her emerald eyes flashing with a sharp light:

"As expected, it is said that those who can use immortal techniques have already transcended the realm of 'mortals' and cannot even see through the white eyes."

“The Byakugan can see through chakra pathways and acupoints, and can perceive the flow and nature changes of chakra,” Ao said in a deep voice. “But his body… has no chakra pathways.”

Mei Terumi took a deep breath, feeling even more awe towards Seigo Senju.

Then she added, "And the other one? The Shadow Guard member, that Uchiha."

Ao nodded. "What I'm more concerned about is that Uchiha brat outside. His chakra... is terrifying."

Mei Terumi frowned and said, "He's only a teenager? How...terrifying could he be?"

Qing Ningmei thought for a moment and replied, "Not only is the amount of chakra large, but the quality is also extremely high, containing an extremely violent, cold, and negative spiritual energy."

Mei Terumi slowly said, "I've heard that... once the Sharingan of the Uchiha clan in Konoha evolves into the Mangekyou Sharingan, not only will their eye techniques undergo a qualitative change,"

"The quality and quantity of their chakra will undergo drastic changes due to the 'special stimulation' experienced when they awaken their Sharingan, resulting in a power far exceeding that of the past."

She stood up, looked out the window, and said softly:

"A 'calamity' possessing Sage Mode, capable of defeating the AB duo head-on; an Uchiha genius who awakened the legendary Mangekyou Sharingan, with limitless potential..."

Qing empathized and sighed, "This generation of Konoha is truly... unsettling."

Mei Terumi narrowed her eyes: "Especially that Senju Seigo, he... is too special, too strong, grows too fast, and... is unpredictable!"

Compared to Shisui, Mei Terumi still values ​​Senju Seigo, whom she has met twice, more.

"Does Your Excellency still want to win him over?" Qing asked.

"Win him over?" Mei Terumi smiled. "You saw it too. That guy seems cautious and neutral towards Kirigakure, but in reality he's distant and indifferent, only caring about practical benefits."

Qing nodded. "He doesn't look like a 15-year-old boy."

Mei Terumi said, "Given his current strength and status in Konoha, what can Kirigakure offer that he would be interested in? Unless... we can give him something that Konoha can't or is unwilling to give, but that's a matter for later."

She walked back to the table, poured herself a glass of wine, and said, "At this stage, it's enough to observe, maintain contact, and keep this 'line' open."

You can never lose out by befriending a powerful ninja.

Mei Terumi thought to herself: This thread might come in handy when Kirigakure truly needs to change, or when he needs Kirigakure's power.

"As for now..."

Mei Terumi asked, "Do you have any clues about Juzo Biwa?"

Qing shook his head:

"He was very cautious and left no obvious traces. However, intelligence suggests that he may have been in contact with a mysterious organization."

"A mysterious organization?" Mei Terumi looked at Ao.

Qing said, "Hmm, that organization... seems to be recruiting rogue ninjas from various villages, and their whereabouts are shrouded in mystery."

Mei Terumi narrowed her eyes: