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The kunai slid directly across Kitahara Kaede's cheek.

The sharp point of the kunai was less than 0.5cm away from Kitahara Kaede's face.

"This is really dangerous—"

Kitahara Kaede said.

"..." Mei Terumi.

It wasn't that she deliberately slid past him; rather, Kitahara Kaede turned his head to avoid her attack just as she was about to strike him.

This means... his taijutsu skills are no less than hers. Keep in mind she's a Kage-level fighter, and her Kage rank isn't inflated; she might even be stronger than the previous Mizukage!

and so.

No wonder Kitahara-kun didn't participate in Sasuke and Naruto's taijutsu training.

Because he doesn't need it at all.

"I'm so sorry," Mei Terumi said. "I just thought you'd definitely be able to dodge it."

"After all, everyone in Konoha is a genius."

"Na..."

"Are you really not considering coming to Kirigakure?" Mei Terumi asked. "I can appoint you as the next Mizukage directly."

"Direct Water Shadow Candidate"

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But Kitahara Kaede's expression didn't change at all.

Do you think I would go with someone who just pointed a weapon at me?

"Ah, sorry."

Mei Terumi said, immediately picking up the kunai and blowing a breath into it.

Then the molten escape technique was activated.

The kunai was instantly melted away completely.

The ground was dented by the molten lava.

"..." Kitahara Kaede.

Kitahara Kaede looked at her somewhat awkwardly.

He could sense that Mei Terumi's actions were somewhat sycophantic towards him, but... well... Zero

This guy is so complicated. He's got such a great figure, but if I didn't control myself and she kissed me... I'd melt instantly. Zero

So Mei Terumi might feel she's apologizing, but to Kaede Kitahara... 1

Going to Kirigakure is already X. 6

P.S.: My friend who gave me flowers will grow 3 centimeters tonight! .7

Chapter 025 Isn't the Land of Waves just a wallet? (Seeking data) 1

"Your seafood can only be sold to Kato?"

"Yes... the price is too low, and some people are trying to smuggle the goods out using their small fishing boats, but those small boats get attacked."

"So we have no way to survive..."

"They're all half-dead—"

Ordinary villagers face great risks when fishing at sea, but the purchase price of their catch is very low, while the overall price of goods is high.

Therefore, the people of the Land of Waves seem to be filled with hatred.

However, this is a country without ninjas, and it is generally poor.

It's called a country, but it's really only the size of a small island, so there's basically no hope.

And all of this originates from the merchant Kado.

Kado has monopolized this place.

He not only sets prices for supplies, but he also buys the seafood from the villagers.

While Sasuke and Naruto continued their special training, Kitahara Kaede visited the surrounding area.

What is the purpose of your investigation into this information?

Terumi Mei said curiously.

Having finally obtained Kitahara Kaede's permission, she stayed by his side, watching him take notes without disturbing him.

Only after Kitahara Kaede stopped writing did she step forward.

"My team, Team Seven, was tasked with escorting shipbuilder Tazuna back to the Land of Waves."

He's home now.

"This task is now complete."

Kitahara Kaede said.

The Fifth Mizukage nodded slightly; she knew about this. She had followed them all the way.

"But why shouldn't I leave now that the mission is complete?"

Kitahara Kaede countered with a question.

This was Kitahara Kaede who took the initiative to talk to her.

Mei Terumi gently clenched her hands, quickly thinking about how to respond.

Kitahara Kaede was unwilling to go to Kirigakure with her and had no interest in the Mizukage candidate or the next Mizukage, but it was definitely a good idea to build a good relationship with him.

And now, it's time for her to be tested.

"..." Mei Terumi.

So why is that?

Is it because they need to continue improving Sasuke and Naruto's taijutsu?

Or is there something about this small fishing village that could attract him? Probably not... There are few people, and although it's called the Land of Waves, it's just an island.

As the bridge builder, Tazna was certainly planning to construct a bridge directly connecting to the outside world.

So what is it about the Land of Waves that attracts him?

"..." Mei Terumi.

Woo.

Even though she is the Fifth Mizukage, I feel even more nervous than when I was trying to assassinate the Fourth Mizukage, Yagura.

She gently lifted her eyelids and secretly glanced at Kitahara Kaede's expression.

It is a pity.

She couldn't discern any change in the other person's expression.

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so……

"Could it be..." Mei Terumi tentatively said, "that you want this Land of Waves?"

“That’s roughly the idea,” Kitahara Kaede said. “I’m staying behind for two things.”

"1. Stop Dazner, the master bridge builder, from building the bridge."

2. Remove Cado.

"Ninjas run away and fight for missions, all for a few thousand coins."

“Although I’m just a newbie genin, it’s never wrong to have more money,” Kitahara Kaede said.

Shuiying nodded gently.

It turned out to be the case.

So her answer was barely acceptable.

Kitahara Kaede's approach was to remove Kado and then take his place.

Isn't that how Kado made his money?

"I thought you were a dragon-slaying hero, but it turns out you're the dragon yourself," Mei Terumi retorted.

This tells the story of a boy who slays dragons and eventually becomes a dragon himself.

"It can't be called an evil dragon either."

"If I handle it well, they'll just see me as a hero," Kitahara Kaede said.

"hero?"

Mei Terumi blinked.

Kado is hated by everyone in the village, and yet you're going to replace him, and... you still think you'll be seen as a hero?

"I will raise the price of some of the fish."

Kitahara Kaede said.

"The first person to acknowledge me will receive a reward of 5% more than the price offered by Bicardo for the acquisition."

"I won't stop outside items from coming in."

"They will only be prohibited from taking seafood outside."

"This..." Mei Terumi thought about it carefully and realized that if this were implemented, she might really be worshipped as a savior.

After all, their basic living conditions have been guaranteed... and their income has increased, which has boosted their morale.

So... the villagers naturally wouldn't hate him the same way they hated Kado.

“However,” Mei Terumi said curiously, “why are you telling me all this?”

“Because I lack a partner,” Kitahara Kaede said. “I can’t stay here forever, can I?”

"Konoha wouldn't allow it either."

"After all, I am the user of Wood Release."

Kitahara Kaede said.

"But you are the Mizukage, and you have many subordinates."

"The follow-up matters can also be arranged properly."

"..." Mei Terumi.

Ok.

So it wasn't her answers or her companionship that made her stand out, but rather that she was useful to him.

"..." Mei Terumi.

So what was the point of all that clinging and affection? Was it just being a jerk?

Lord Mizukage felt a little isolated.

“But there are still things you need to do,” Kitahara Kaede continued. “I’m leaving Kado to you.”

"..."

Is Kado being handed over to you?

Give Kado to her!?

"You actually sent a Mizukage to kill someone," Mei Terumi retorted.

"Because the Mizukage is very strong," Kitahara Kaede reassured her. "Besides, you've always wanted my goodwill, so... having a cooperative relationship would put your mind at ease, wouldn't it?"

Of course!

Mei Terumi spoke directly to herself.

The people in the small group are all from Konoha, and Konoha has produced such a genius. If her Hidden Mist Village doesn't do something, it might really be doomed in her hands.