Heading to the Land of Rain

"Tsunade!" Jiraiya couldn't help but exclaim anxiously, "You need to think this through. Yang Xing is the only person who can become Hokage right now. I've investigated the Land of Rain several times; that place is indeed very dangerous. Konoha's foundation is not stable right now; we can't let him take such a risk."

"Whether Yang Xing becomes Hokage or not is none of my business." Tsunade and said loudly, "I only know that since he has made his decision, I will help him. He is, after all, my brother."

"Alright, alright, you two... never mind, never mind." Jiraiya glanced at the two of them, and seeing that they weren't joking, he could only give up. "How about this, I'll go with you. I know some people there who can help you."

Tsunade, without giving a reply, simply turned and glanced at Yang Xing, saying, "Yang Xing, what do you think?"

"Hmm." Yang Xing nodded, his gaze fixed ahead, as if looking at something.

That expression made Tsunade's heart tremble; this was the look a genius should have.

To be honest, in the entire Konoha, apart from Yang Xing, no one else is capable of inheriting the position of Hokage. Unfortunately, it seems that this guy's vision is not on the position of Hokage, but on something very, very far away.

She believed that Yang Xing's goal was not just to Hokage.

This genius shouldn't be confined to the small Konoha.

They returned to Konoha, but set off again after less than two days.

This time, Yang Xing set off again without saying goodbye to Rin Nohara, Anko, and Kurenai Yuhi.

They left in a great hurry, and by the time the Third Hokage learned of the news, Yang Xing and the others had already gone far away, and there was no way to catch up with them.

"Lord Third, what should we do?" The ninja who came to report looked anxious as he faced the composed Third Hokage: "Yang Xing is gone, gone again."

"That kid, Jiraiya too. I've already made it clear to him that he can't be allowed to run around like that." The Third Hokage shook his head, his expression a mixture of sigh and amusement, but there was even a hint of a smile to it.

"Lord Third, shouldn't we send men to pursue them quickly?"

"Chase them?" The Third Hokage couldn't help but shake his head. "Don't talk nonsense. Those are Jiraiya and Tsunade, plus this kid who defeated the Tsuchikage. Who could possibly catch them?"

"As for the matter of the Hokage successor, didn't you already make a decision, Third Hokage?"

"With that kid gone, this whole thing is off the table. Oh well, I'm not so old I can't move." The Third Hokage looked ahead, his face calm. "I can stay in this position for a few more years."

"Lord Third."

"Kid, you might escape today, but you can't escape the future. Don't worry, I'll keep the Hokage position for you." The Third Hokage's smirk revealed a hint of cunning.

Meanwhile, Yang Xing and his group, who had already traveled dozens of miles away from the village, were hurrying on their way.

We moved quickly, weaving through the trees.

Especially Yang Xing at the very front, he seemed eager to reach the Land of Rain.

This was something Jiraiya couldn't understand at all, even though Tsunade seemed to trust him.

However, heading to the Land of Rain would undoubtedly be fraught with danger. That country is not one that the Land of Fire can govern; it lies between several nations and is affected by every war that breaks out. The people of that country are not as friendly as the people of Konoha.

How can a country nurtured by war be a good place?

Jiraiya, his face turning grim, couldn't help but ask as he advanced, "Kid, are you really sure about this? Do you even know what that thing is?"

Instead of answering, Yang Xing asked in return, "Uncle Jiraiya, do you know the Akatsuki organization?"

Jiraiya was taken aback, his face showing a hint of surprise. "Akatsuki? How do you know that name?"

"I happened to have heard about it when I came out."

Without a second thought, Jiraiya said, "Yes, I do know this organization, and I even know people in it."

"Really?" Tsunade couldn't help but look at Jiraiya with a strange expression.

The Akatsuki has only gained fame in recent years. This organization is widely known on the border of the Land of Fire and is said to be composed of ninjas from multiple different countries who act for a certain goal.

Of course, the Akatsuki has not yet begun capturing the Tailed Beast.

"Yes, I have heard of the Akatsuki. However, their current activities are mainly focused on stopping various wars. I don't really know where they are or where their bases are located."

"I only received information that some of my disciples seem to be in that organization."

"Oh, Jiraiya's disciple?" Tsunade narrowed her eyes slightly.

Jiraiya saw through it at a glance and couldn't help but shout, "Don't let my appearance fool you, I also have people who are properly instructing them. Speaking of which, this might scare you, there's one guy among them who Rinnegan."

"The Rinnegan?" Tsunade's gaze hardened. Knowing how terrifying this Dōjutsu was, she couldn't help but glance at Yang Xing.

She really wanted to know whether the Rinnegan or Yang Xing's Mangekyō was more powerful.

"Oh?" Yang Xing said with a soft "oh," seemingly unconcerned about the matter. Instead, he casually asked, "By the way, are there any cute girls among Jiraiya's disciples?"

"Cute? A girl?" Jiraiya was taken aback for Jiraiya, then chuckled, "Kid, I'm liking you more and more. You really fit my personality. Let me tell you, the Land of Rain has all kinds of cute lolis and mature women. I guarantee you'll be satisfied. Where are we going? Want me to take you to see for yourself?"

"You bastard." Tsunade's brow twitched, her expression turning quite displeased.

"Just kidding, Tsunade kidding, Tsunade, don't be so angry. When you get angry, you beat people to death, yamete!"

Yang Xing smiled wryly, but kept running forward with all her might.

If he wasn't mistaken, the Land of Rain was Obito and Madara's next target.

This trip is a must. While trying to find out what happened from Obito, Yang Xing also has important things to do.

That is to establish a force that belongs only to him, or more accurately, an intelligence organization.

These essential talents cannot provoke Konoha; they must be people who have left the village or are from foreign countries.

Of course, cute girls are the first choice.

The girls in the Ninja Kingdom are not as simple as the girls in my own world. Girls who live in war and have experienced war are not fragile and weak.

The Land of Rain.

This is a crucial passage for several countries, a country rife with war, whose conflicts, whether the neighboring countries like it or not, will inevitably affect this country.

The ninjas living in this country have no choice, not even the slightest right to choose.

Throughout their lives, all they have seen are relatives and friends dying, a recurring cycle of death.

Even small countries that have suppressed their emotions for so long will eventually erupt. This eruption occurred several years ago when a boy with the Rinnegan appeared, leading a boy with the Rinnegan and a girl to establish an organization to combat the impact of various national wars.

This organization's reputation is well-known.

This is the pride of the Land of Rain, and its new hope, an important organization that can replace the original leader of the Land of Rain.

Even the smallest glimmer of hope has brought about significant changes to the entire country.

People were coming and going, there were many tourists, and even more vendors than before.

Upon actually seeing the country, Jiraiya's face was still full of joy. "I never expected it, I really never expected it to have changed so much. It's nothing like the last time I came, when there were destroyed houses and dead people everywhere."

"I find it hard to believe you now, Jiraiya. Didn't you say this place was dangerous?" Tsunade looked around, frowning. "Where exactly is it dangerous?"

"I was just scared. I didn't expect my disciple to be more capable than I thought."

"I don't want to listen to your nonsense anymore, huh? Where's Yang Xing? Little brother Yang Xing, don't go too far."

"He's completely become a younger brother." Jiraiya smiled faintly as he watched Tsunade rush forward.