The Land of Whirlpools was tiny. Even its agricultural resources were only enough for self-sufficiency, so what else could it possibly have?
They still had to rely on other countries' resources. That was also why Ran wanted to build good relationships with the Kage.
If they communicated in advance, then when it came time to get things done or cooperate, both sides could be more straightforward.
And Ran had personally been introduced by Torikaze, so the other Kage would be even less likely to make things difficult for him or secretly take advantage.
After all, if word reached Torikaze's ears, it would become a losing deal for them.
"Alright. I doubt those three will wake up today. Go prepare the clothes you'll wear tomorrow—something presentable."
"Take your three students with you as well. Let them get familiar with the process and try interacting with Konoha's clan heads."
Ran knew this was meant to train the children's abilities, so he happily agreed.
Afterward, he returned to his room to choose what he would wear the next day.
As a Daimyo, his status was fairly noble, and he had quite a lot of clothing.
They were all stored away in Sealing Scrolls for easy carrying.
Most of the luggage he kept with him consisted of books he could pull out and read at any time.
Torikaze and Minato went about their own business.
About an hour later, a voice called out from outside, "Is Lord Torikaze home?"
Akeibi then walked in and looked around the courtyard.
When she spotted Torikaze reclining in a rocking chair, she immediately smiled. "Lord Torikaze, you're home."
Seeing Akeibi arrive, Torikaze sat up and asked with a chuckle, "What's going on? At a time like this, shouldn't you be training and preparing for battle?"
Akeibi scratched her