Visiting Orochimaru

The reason for this situation is that the "Joint Agreement" following the Five Kage Summit clearly stipulates. "Unless the Daimyo has committed any obvious wrongdoing or immoral act, the status of the Daimyo shall not be infringed upon by private armed forces. The status of the Daimyo is sacred and inviolable!"

"Anyone who fails to abide by the agreement will face a joint counterattack from the Five Great Nations!"

Who wouldn't be wary of such a statement?

Even the Five Great Nations wouldn't dare say they have that kind of courage, let alone the smaller countries.

That's why those who fail lament that they started too late, while those who succeed are excited and relieved.

Because everything has already been settled!

They can no longer seize power by force as ninjas.

Of course, none of this had much impact on the general public.

After all, their lives haven't changed much.

However, they could indeed sense that the ninjas' demeanor had changed.

He went from being cautious in his words and actions to becoming spirited and enthusiastic.

Of course, this was to prevent the ninjas from gradually degenerating and becoming arrogant.

The Five Kage's "Joint Agreement" clearly stipulates. "Ninjas must maintain a good service attitude towards their employers and must not overstep their bounds. Violators will be severely punished by their respective ninja villages!"

"Furthermore, the public has the right to supervise and report such matters."

"When a ninja or ninja team receives too many complaints, the relevant ninja village will conduct an investigation and collect evidence."

"Once verified, different penalties will be imposed depending on the severity of the circumstances!"

Of course, in order to prevent malicious complaints, the Joint Agreement also includes provisions restricting the public's right to supervise and report.

In short, a new era began in Konoha in 1956!

After the meeting, at Kirigakure!

"This is exhausting! Arguing with others is really mentally and physically draining!"

Mei Terumi, returning from the Five Kage Summit, slumped into the Mizukage's seat, looking utterly exhausted.

"You won't be so tired anymore, sister. You can consider hiring a few more advisors to help you with your affairs."

"A leader who can't utilize people is not a good leader!"

Ye Liangnai stood behind her and massaged her shoulders.

"You're still the laziest one, and you make being lazy sound so righteous—no one else does that!"

Upon Mei Terumi couldn't help but turn her head and roll her eyes at Ye Liangnai.

Of course, she took Ye Liangnai's suggestion to heart.

"By the way, are you really planning to study Wood Release?"

"This is a forbidden power; if we're not careful, we could suffer a backlash!"

Mei Terumi then looked at Ye Liangnai, her expression now extremely serious.

"It wouldn't hurt to do some research; maybe it'll work?"

Ye Liangnai shrugged. Of course, he hadn't kept the matter of Wood Release Mei Terumi.

"So how do you plan to conduct this research? There aren't any relevant experts in Kirigakure!"

"They have absolutely no experience, how can they possibly carry out this work?"

Upon hearing this, Ye Liangnai shrugged and said, "There will always be talented people who can do it, and we can recruit them when the time comes."

"Anyway, it's not necessarily going to happen right now!"

Mei Terumi asked, "Are there any risks involved in transplanting the Sharingan Kimimaro?"

"His blood disease has already caused his body to deteriorate. If he were to have such a powerful object as the Sharingan, could his body withstand it?"

Ye Liangnai: "Then I need to cure his bloodstain disease first!"

"It's alright, his bloodstain disease isn't incurable!"

"Didn't Sister Ruri say that as long as the relevant medicinal materials are found, she is confident that the disease will not recur for decades!"

After hearing Mei Terumi nodded slightly, which was considered as her acknowledgment of his words.

As for the older sister Ruri that Ye Liangnai mentioned, she is currently the number one medical-nin in Kirigakure.

Because she offended a powerful figure in the Land of Water and was being hunted down, Ye Liangnai recruited her after he took control of the Land of Water.

Ye Liangnai also believes that there are many talented people waiting for him to discover in the future.

Life slowly returned to normal.

Kirigakure continues to thrive and prosper.

Ringo Ameyuri and Kimimaro Kaguya were both transferred to a medical facility for treatment.

Meanwhile, various Anbu are also searching for the medicine to cure Kimimaro Kaguya and Ringo Ameyuri.

I believe that good news will come someday in the future.

In this peaceful Shinobi World...

Far away, in the northeastern part of the Land of Fire.

In a small country called 'Land of Rice Fields'.

A man named Orochimaru came here.

They established a force called the Otogakure.

"Orochimaru has defected to Akatsuki Organization? Well then, it's time to pay him a visit!"

If we're talking about who has the deepest understanding of Wood Release in the world, then without a doubt, it's Orochimaru!

Orochimaru, who has mastered core technologies, is definitely not just a simple joke.

"Are you sure you want to go and meet Orochimaru, that dangerous man?"

Mei Terumi looked nervous when she heard Ye Liangnai say that she was going to meet Orochimaru.

The mere mention of Orochimaru's name is enough to cause tension and worry.

Because this person can definitely be considered one of the most dangerous people in the Shinobi World.

"Don't worry, sister, Orochimaru can't do anything to me."

"Besides, I was just going to exchange some technical information with him!"

In response to Mei Terumi's concerns, Ye Liangnai assured her not to worry, speaking with a confident expression.

"Even though you're so strong now, there's always a chance something might happen. Don't let your guard down, understand?" Mei Terumi instructed again.

"Knew!"

Ye Liangnai waved her hand and left, then embarked on her journey to the Land of Rice Fields.

Land of Rice Fields!

This is a chaotic country filled with wandering ninjas.

Bandits and robbers can be seen everywhere.

However, no one dared to touch Ye Liangnai unless those people had a death wish.

Ordinary people's lives are not very good either, and most of them barely make ends meet by relying on a few small plots of land.

Along her journey, Ye Liangnai has witnessed far too many human tragedies.

Even he had to admit that the saying "Better to be a dog in a prosperous era than a human in a chaotic one" does indeed hold some truth.

He can only save a handful of people by himself!

Unless one day he can rule the Land of Rice Fields!

But that's impossible now.

Besides, he's not here to play the saint this time; he has important business to attend to.

Upon arriving in the Land of Rice Fields, Ye Liangnai made no attempt to conceal her identity.

They even encountered Konoha Ninja while passing through the Land of Fire, causing quite a stir.

He believed that someone as well-informed as Orochimaru would immediately know of his arrival.

"Stop! State your purpose!"

And so, just as they were about to arrive at Orochimaru's base.

Ye Liangnai was stopped by a woman who looked like she had a fiery temper!

"Guren, right!"

Ye Liangnai recognized the person immediately and smiled, crossing her arms as she said, "The person behind you should know why I'm here. Take me to see him!"

The person behind Guren is, of course, Orochimaru.

"Hmph, if you want to see Lord Orochimaru, let me see if you have the strength!"

But Guren snorted coldly and was about to launch an attack on Ye Liangnai.