The Kazekage's Worries / Go Work in Konoha!

Nagato, who was being stared at by three Uchiha Clan at the same time, cursed his bad luck inwardly, but did not show any impatience towards Uchiha Itachi.

After hesitating for a moment, he actually nodded to Uchiha Itachi.

This greatly surprised Uchiha Shingen, as he knew that Nagato and Uchiha Itachi were people who couldn't possibly get along.

It's already quite good that they didn't fight.

"Itachi, what are you guys talking about?"

"It's alright, Brother Shingen, he's just a pitiful person."

Uchiha Shingen carefully examined Uchiha Itachi, confirming that the kid was indeed not mocking him.

"...That's true." He nodded in agreement.

Nagato's life was indeed a mess from beginning to end.

Those he considered his companions were undoubtedly good people, but when these good people teamed up with Nagato, they became increasingly troublesome.

"You should go," Uchiha Madara suddenly said.

"Certainly."

Uchiha Shingen complied with Uchiha Madara's wishes, no longer taking Uchiha Itachi and Nagato's unusual behavior seriously, placed his hand on Uchiha Itachi's shoulder, and activated the Flying Thunder God.

The scenery before them changed, and they arrived at the walls of Sunagakure.

The Four-Tails and Five-Tails creatures transformed once again into small hills in the distance.

They appeared directly among a group of Sand Ninja.

The Sand Ninja were initially startled by the sudden appearance of the two, then politely made way for them. A Sand Village Jonin, his face still bearing a complex expression.

"Lord Hokage, Lord Kazekage is over there. Please allow me to lead the way."

Chapter 83 The Kazekage's Worries

Looking at Uchiha Shingen in the crowd, the Sand Ninja had mixed feelings.

The Hokage robes on this person were very clean, and there was no indication that he had just created a lake outside the door.

Judging by his face alone, who would guess that this guy is currently the most dangerous person in the entire Ninja World?

Everyone couldn't help but look at another person.

The Killer Ghost's reputation is well-known in Sand Village, but just like before, you really can't tell from his face.

The Uchiha Clan, what a bunch of monsters in human skin.

The Five Kage have always had varying degrees of strength, but the difference in strength among the current generation is far too obvious.

"Alright, please lead the way." Uchiha Shingen's attitude was still very gentle, although he could see a lot from the eyes of the Sand Ninja around him.

But there's nothing to fuss about, or rather, this is good. If the Sand Ninja were like the Sand Ninja Konoha Ninja, then he would have to change his strategy to deal with them.

The difference between the four great ninja villages and Hidden Leaf Village is so obvious, partly due to their historical foundation, and partly due to their completely different systems.

Even the first edition of the Will of Fire, compiled and published jointly by Senju Hashirama and Uchiha Madara, was more advanced than the current governing principles of Sunagakure. This largely determined the absolute advantage that Hidden Leaf Village's grassroots ninjas had in terms of overall quality over other villages.

Faced with the politeness of the current Hokage, the Sand Village Jonin his head respectfully, showing no trace of the unruly nature of the desert people.

Uchiha Shingen and Uchiha Itachi followed the Jonin through the open-air passage carved out of the mountain. During this process, the Sand Ninja lined up obediently on both sides of the passage.

When Uchiha Itachi saw the man wearing the Kazekage robe, he immediately heard Uchiha Shingen beside him let out a hearty laugh.

He watched as Uchiha Shingen and Rasa, each with a tearful expression like fellow countrymen meeting for the first time, shook hands with each other in a joyful manner.

Uchiha Itachi immediately grinned, then quickly regained his composure.

"Lord Hokage, thanks to your help, Sunagakure has escaped a calamity."

Rasa was very grateful.

They had no choice but to charge out earlier; the enemy had already reached their doorstep, and if the Kazekage hadn't charged, the village would have been scattered.

Although rushing out might cause it to scatter even faster, he had no other choice.

"Of course, now that I've become Hokage, how can I sit idly by while my allies are in trouble?" Uchiha Shingen sighed deeply. "However, Lord Kazekage, if I may be so bold, Sunagakure needs to pay more attention to the training of the new generation of ninjas. Times have changed."

"We have read the letter you sent, but it is still unbelievable that such a powerful race is the ancestor of us ninjas."

"They didn't willingly become our ancestors either," Uchiha Shingen laughed. "In the end, it was our true ancestors who didn't sit idly by and wait for their doom, but instead used their power to protect themselves, which is why we are the current generation."

"I certainly believe what you say, but..."

"I understand. I am very grateful that you are willing to do your best to promote it, Lord Kazekage."

The two actors chatted and laughed, while those around them remained silent.

During this period, the name of the Ōtsutsuki Clan spread like wildfire throughout the various ninja villages. This was naturally thanks to Hidden Leaf Village, or rather, the Hokage's personal letter was something no one could ignore.

But despite the importance attached to it, few people actually believe in it.

The ninja villages of today all originated from ninja clans with a lineage from the past, but the story of the Ōtsutsuki Clan is completely different from the history they know.

It's too abrupt and leaves no trace, making it impossible to verify its authenticity.

Meanwhile, Hidden Leaf Village was also collecting Tailed Beasts. Putting the two together naturally aroused suspicion among many.

Uchiha Shingen didn't care about this. He only needed these people to have some understanding of the Ōtsutsuki Clan. He wouldn't stop the preparations because of this. As for whether these people believed it or not, they would naturally believe it when the Ōtsutsuki Clan arrived.

As soon as the Ōtsutsuki Clan appears, all the ninja villages will naturally connect, regarding this clan as their highest priority enemy, while reducing friction between them.

Faced with competition from peers and sabotage from others, the choice is easy, isn't it?

Rasa chatted with Uchiha Shingen, his eyes kept unconsciously drifting into the distance.

Uchiha Shingen knew what he was looking at.

"Don't worry, Lord Kazekage, Uchiha Madara won't be attacking again for the time being. After all, our battle just now made him realize that he can't ignore Leaf Village's existence."

We can't ignore you, can we? You really are a Hokage, always dragging Leaf Village into everything.

Rasa smiled.

If it weren't for the fact that one Hokage could defeat several Kazekage, he, as the Kazekage, would definitely have been quick to criticize.

"Ah! They're gone!" someone suddenly shouted.

Rasa disregarded formalities and immediately looked into the distance.

Sure enough, the two Tailed Beasts, which looked like small hills, had turned around and were heading in the opposite direction from Sunagakure.

Rasa felt a sense of relief immediately.

Then he became worried again.

Uchiha Madara only stopped fighting because of Uchiha Shingen, but he couldn't keep begging Uchiha Shingen to stay in Sunagakure forever, could he?

He's the Hokage, not the Kazekage.

Of course, if Uchiha Shingen were willing to become Kazekage, he would have no objection whatsoever and would take a full year off first, but that's clearly impossible.

I've only ever Jonin defect, never a Kage run off to another village to become its boss.

It's not like they're just bored and have nothing better to do.

The Kazekage needs to mine, so why shouldn't the Hokage be able to make money?

"Lord Kazekage, if you don't mind, I'll take Itachi back to Leaf Village after Uchiha Madara." Uchiha Shingen seemed oblivious to the Lord Kazekage's worries and said politely, "Although I'm very interested in the scenery of Sunagakure, as you know, we Kage have a lot of work to do."

Actually, I mind it a lot!

If you like it, you can stay.

We, the sons of the desert, are known for our warm hospitality, and the daughters of the desert are even more passionate and energetic.

Rasa almost said that.

"Lord Hokage, you're too kind," Rasa said. "We are extremely grateful for your presence."

Oh well, oh well, what's meant to be will be.

If Uchiha Madara goes head-to-head with Sunagakure, then we can only pray that he doesn't go too far.

Rasa began to consider whether he should take advantage of Uchiha Madara's return to make a few more bets at the mine, as a final contribution to Sunagakure.

After all, he'd been the Kazekage for so many years, hadn't he?

"Lord Kazekage, there's no need to worry. Uchiha Madara is a man of his word. He has promised me that he has no personal grudges against Sunagakure and will not harm you, Kazekage, under any circumstances."

"Ah, this..." Rasa was truly stunned this time.

He hadn't expected Uchiha Shingen to protect Sand Village to this extent.

It wasn't that he was afraid of death, but rather that the Kazekage, as the leader of Sunagakure, held a completely different level of importance compared to the other four villages.

The other four villages had their Shadows killed by outsiders. Their first priority would definitely be to seek revenge. If the killer was so powerful that even the villages were powerless to help, then they would have to endure it, quickly choose a new Shadow, and then play it safe, developing their strength and looking for an opportunity.

The Sand Village is different. If the Kazekage is killed, the Sand Ninja will fight amongst themselves first. Their ruthlessness is such that even the murderer would be impressed. As for what happens afterward, they'll deal with it after the fight is over.

The children of the desert are known for their unconventional ways.

But given the current state of Sunagakure, another round of internal strife could easily cause them to disband.

"Lord Hokage, I won't say much more. If Leaf Village needs anything, just inform Sand Village, and we will not hesitate to help." Rasa took a deep breath and made a promise.

Even the people of Sand Village have their pride.

In fact, after Uchiha Madara attacked with the Tailed Beasts, the people of Sunagakure could roughly guess why Uchiha Madara had come, but no one said to Uchiha Shingen, "Can you protect our Jinchūriki?"

That's so stupid.

Why not just send Gaara to Leaf Village? That's exactly what Takigakure did, and Leaf Village didn't go too far. No wonder they're the most law-abiding ninja village in the Ninja World.

"Okay, thank you in advance."

Compared to Rasa, who was full of ideas, Uchiha Shingen didn't have as many to think about, and he accepted Rasa's gratitude without hesitation.

Then, together with the Sand Ninja, we stood by the wall and watched the two Tailed Beasts walk further and further away.

Chapter 84 Let's go to Leaf Village to work!

As the figures of the two Tailed Beasts completely disappeared from the horizon, the entire Sunagakure breathed a sigh of relief.

The atmosphere changed instantly, and it felt like the atmosphere had returned to normal.

Uchiha Shingen did not leave on the spot.

"Lord Kazekage," he said to Rasa, "Aren't you going to send someone to follow them and check on the situation?"

Upon hearing this, Rasa managed a strained smile.

"No need. After all, he is a former Leaf Village Asura. Since he made a promise, we Sand Village should show our sincerity. As for surveillance..." Rasa thought for a moment and used a relatively tactful word, "It would be too hurtful."

Uchiha Shingen felt that Rasa, as the Fourth Kage with the longest reign, was truly...

She's quite eloquent.

"I can only stay in Sunagakure for about a day at most. After that, I have to go back," said Uchiha Shingen.

"Thank you for your trouble, Lord Hokage," Rasa sighed.

He then sincerely invited Uchiha Shingen to have a meal together, and personally led Uchiha Shingen and Uchiha Itachi into the village.

Uchiha Shingen didn't know if Rasa was really as he claimed, afraid of "hurting feelings," and therefore didn't send anyone to confirm whether Uchiha Madara had left.

However, long before Uchiha Madara reached Sunagakure, he had already been summoned by Rasa's plea for help. It was a personal plea for help from the Kazekage, and he couldn't refuse it.

If you do the math, he's been away from Leaf Village for more than three days.

No matter how much we streamline the work, three days' worth of tasks will definitely require overtime when we get back.

Uchiha Shingen then rested peacefully in Sunagakure for a day.

During this time, the Sand Ninja began to try to preserve the lake and forest at the entrance of the village.

They discovered that the lake's water level hadn't dropped much, meaning that the water wasn't entirely Chakra- generated; it was likely that Wood Release technique and the power of the Tailed Beasts had simultaneously opened up deeper underground water.

When Sunagakure was chosen, it was located in a relatively low-lying area in the desert. This area is not without oases. Since there are many Earth Release users in Sand Ninja, once a large-scale groundwater is discovered, they will artificially induce the oases to appear earlier.

But none of them are as big as the one at the village entrance.

The vast forests can serve as a natural sand barrier, and although there are no living organisms in the lake, such a large lake itself can bring many benefits to Sunagakure.