FVN Chapter 219: Chapter 219: Mei Terumi: "Little Brother, Let’s Get Closer in the Days to Come!"
Chapter 219: Chapter 219: Mei Terumi: "Little Brother, Let’s Get Closer in the Days to Come!"
Chapter 219: Mei Terumi: "Little Brother, Let’s Get Closer in the Days to Come!"
The higher-ups of the Mist Village had all gathered, their expressions filled with tension. Uchiha Akira had come to the Mist Village. This news couldn't be taken lightly.
After all, Uchiha Akira's power was too overwhelming. He had mastered the legendary Wood Release, and rumors said his strength had reached the level of legendary figures like Uchiha Madara and the First Hokage.
If he harbored any ill intent toward the Mist Village, how could they possibly defend against it?
The Mist Village, after all, was currently the weakest of the Five Great Nations due to the past actions of Obito, who controlled the former Mizukage, Yagura, with his Sharingan, leading to the Bloody Mist policy.
And the power of Wood Release-combining Water and Earth-would likely be even more potent in the Land of Water, where Water Release techniques are naturally enhanced.
In this regard, Wood Release would likely grow even stronger.
"You all don't need to worry too much. I think Uchiha Akira probably isn't coming to the Mist Village with malicious intent," Ao, who had a Byakugan implanted in him, spoke up, trying to reassure the other elders.
"Oh? Why do you say that?" The higher-ups of the Mist Village turned to Ao, curious about his reasoning.
"Well, let's look at Uchiha Akira's recent actions. He went to the Sand Village, and what happened? The Akatsuki attacked, and Uchiha Akira helped the Sand Village fend them off.
"Next, he went to the Stone Village. If we're talking about bad blood, the grudge between Uchiha Akira and the Stone Village runs deep.
"But what did he do? He extorted a huge sum from the Stone Village and, rather than escalate tensions, he used Wood Release to improve the environment there, essentially leaving on neutral terms.
"Lastly, before all this, the Leaf Village had sent word to the Four Great Nations, calling for a Five Kage Summit to discuss a united front against the Akatsuki.
"This shows that the Leaf Village doesn't want to completely sever ties with the other villages but hopes for cooperation against the Akatsuki."
Ao's analysis was thorough, and it made sense to the others. The higher-ups of the Mist Village all nodded in agreement, finding Ao's reasoning plausible.
From this perspective, Uchiha Akira probably didn't harbor any ill intentions toward the Mist Village.
"Ao's analysis makes sense, but we can't be too trusting. What if Uchiha Akira does have some hostile intent?" Chōjūro voiced his concerns. Better safe than sorry, he thought.
"Both of you make valid points, but I think it's best if I go meet him in person," said Mei Terumi, the Fifth Mizukage, standing up with confidence.
"What? You're going to meet him yourself, Mizukage-sama?" The other leaders were shocked by her decision.
"That's right. Uchiha Akira is considered one of the strongest men in the ninja world. If he's come to the Land of Water, as Mizukage, it's only proper for me to personally greet him.
"Secondly, the best way to understand his intentions is for me to meet him directly. "Thirdly, I heard he's quite handsome-uh, never mind, just those first two reasons." Mei's tone was initially serious, but she faltered when she tried to add a third reason, quickly brushing it off.
Ao and Chōjūrō exchanged glances and rolled their eyes discreetly. The third reason was clearly because she had heard Uchiha Akira was known as the most handsome man in the ninja world.
Of course, as her loyal guards, they wouldn't say that out loud.
Regardless, even if Uchiha Akira likely had no malicious intent, it was still important to clarify things. Since Mei Terumi was willing to meet him herself, the other Mist Village elders had no objections.
"So, I came here to personally greet you and find out what exactly brings you to the Land of
Water."
Mei was direct and didn't waste time with formalities, getting straight to the point.
"Don't worry, I've already said I have no ill intent," Akira replied, appreciating her straightforward approach. He continued, "I'm here because the Akatsuki will be coming. I'm
after them, not the Mist Village."
"That's supposed to make me feel better?" Mei gave Akira a flirtatious look, clearly not
convinced.
Yes, Uchiha Akira might not have any ill will, but if the Akatsuki were involved, how could
anyone relax?
By now, everyone in the ninja world knew how terrifyingly powerful the Akatsuki was. They had the audacity to attack even the strongest hidden villages. Knowing that the Akatsuki might target the Mist Village was anything but reassuring.
"What is the Akatsuki after?" Mei asked seriously, her playful demeanor fading as she focused
on the real issue.
"They're after the Three-Tails," Akira answered directly.
The Three-Tails, Isobu, had originally been sealed within the previous Mizukage, Yagura.
After his death, the Three-Tails had returned to the wild, becoming a free-roaming tailed
beast.
"I see..." Mei's expression grew even more serious.
Though the Three-Tails was no longer sealed within the Mist Village, they still considered it
part of their assets.
Knowing that the Akatsuki was coming to claim the Three-Tails was akin to an assault on the
village's wealth.
"If that's the case, as the Mizukage of the Mist Village, I can't just stand by and do nothing. Little brother, it looks like we'll be spending a lot more time together in the days to come," Mei said with a sly smile.
"It's 'spending time together,' not 'getting close,'" Akira corrected, his face darkening at her suggestive choice of words.
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