Visitors from the Land of Whirlpools!
Two months later, at the Hokage Building.
"Lord Hokage, the delegation that went to the Land of Whirlpools has returned, and the Uzumaki Clan members have also arrived."
Shikata Nara pushed open the door and entered, reporting with a weary expression.
Since assuming the position of Minister of the Foreign Affairs Department, Shikada has had to manage the village's finances and handle various diplomatic affairs, placing a heavy burden on his shoulders.
Kagami Uchiha's approach to his subordinates has always been to use them to the point of near death, if not to kill them.
However, seeing the deep weariness on Shikada's face, he couldn't help but say with concern, "Shikada, you really need to get some rest. Konoha can't do without you right now!"
Upon hearing this, Shikata Nara waved his hand dismissively. "It's alright, Lord Hokage. Seeing Konoha improve day by day makes me happy!"
"Also, Lord Hokage, my wife gave birth to a son. I plan to raise him well so that he can continue to serve you in the future!"
"Oh? Your son was born? That's wonderful news! Why didn't you tell me? I would have prepared a generous gift for my nephew." Kagami Uchiha said with a smile.
"Lord Hokage is extremely busy, how could I possibly bother you with such a trivial matter? However, I have a personal request that I would like to ask for Lord Hokage assistance."
"Speak."
"It's like this, my son still doesn't have a name, and I'd like to ask the adults to help me come up with one."
Upon hearing this, Kagami Uchiha pondered for a moment before slowly saying, "How about naming him Shikaku? May he live a long and peaceful life."
"Shikaku Nara? What a wonderful name! Thank you, Lord Hokage, for bestowing this name upon me. I will certainly nurture him well!" Shikata Nara exclaimed with delight and unwavering determination.
Getting back to the point, Kagami Uchiha's expression turned serious as he said, "Alright, go and arrange the reception, then bring the delegation to see me."
As soon as he finished speaking, Shikata Nara hurriedly left.
Watching Shikada's hurried departure, Kagami Uchiha pondered to himself.
Now that Shikaku Nara has been born, presumably the other two families' children (Ino-Shika-Cho) have also been born by now...
So, it seems the future little blondie with his sister will be born soon, right? That's the strategic weapon he's been longing for!
Haha... they're all top-quality cattle... no, promising young talents!
After years of stable development, Konoha is now thriving, with well-organized streets and alleys, orderly flow of people, and a peaceful atmosphere of long-term stability.
The atmosphere Konoha Gate was completely different today than usual.
The entire village received notice well in advance that an envoy from Uzushio Village in the Land of Whirlpools was visiting Konoha.
Since the blood oath formed Hashirama Senju and Uzumaki Ashina, the two clans have maintained friendly relations for generations, but over the years they have been separated by the sea and their interactions have become infrequent.
In the 26th year of Konoha, after many years, the Land of Whirlpools finally sent an official delegation across the sea to visit again.
Before long, many figures appeared in the distance. The Konoha Ninja returning to the village and dozens of red-haired figures dressed in the exclusive attire of the Land of Whirlpools walked towards the gate together.
The person in the lead was an elderly man in his sixties.
The old man had white hair and a calm face. His brows and eyes carried the unique solemnity of the Uzumaki Clan. His ancient robe was covered with intricate sealing patterns, and his aura was deep and long, exuding an imposing presence without anger.
This person was none other than Soto Uzumaki.
He is the nephew of the late ruler of the Land of Whirlpools, Uzumaki Ashina, and also the most senior Elder in the Land of Whirlpools. By blood, he is also Mito Uzumaki's cousin and one of the few remaining members of Mito's clan from her childhood in the Land of Whirlpools.
Behind Muneto followed more than a dozen boys and girls from the Land of Whirlpools.
The oldest were fourteen or fifteen years old, and the youngest were only ten or so. They all had bright red hair, clear eyes and brows, and flowed with pure Uzumaki Bloodline, their vitality was astonishing.
Each of them was tall and well-mannered. Although young, they had been practicing sealing techniques since childhood and were the young geniuses carefully cultivated by the Land of Whirlpools.
This group of more than ten people was the entire delegation from the Land of Whirlpools visiting Konoha.
"Welcome, distinguished guests from the Land of Whirlpools, to Konoha from afar." Shikata Nara, who had been waiting for a long time, stepped forward with a smile and greeted them politely.
Soto Uzumaki nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the bustling and prosperous Konoha, a hint of emotion in his eyes.
"After many years, Konoha has become even more prosperous and thriving."
Half a lifetime later, he still remembers how Mito married Konoha and left her hometown across the sea. Today, revisiting this place, everything has changed.
I wonder how Mito is doing these days.
Land of Whirlpools Delegation, the delegation from the Land of Shikada passed through the bustling main street.
Along both sides of the road, many Konoha spontaneously stopped to watch.
As for why they didn't unleash their Will of Tyranny?
First, there were many members of the Konoha Military Police Force standing on both sides of the road. Speaking of the changes in the Military Police Force in recent years, the Military Police Force is no longer solely controlled by the Uchiha Clan. It has also absorbed many other ninja clans and some civilian ninjas.
What the villagers feared most were the Inuzuka Clan's ninjas. They were taciturn, and all they did was unleash their dogs to bite...
Secondly, these were specially invited by the Lord Hokage; who would dare to be disrespectful?
After navigating through layers of streets and alleys, the group finally arrived at the village's most central landmark—the towering Hokage Building.
Outside the Hokage Office on the top floor of the building.
Kagami Uchiha was already waiting there. He was dressed in the Hokage Robe, his posture was as upright as a pine tree, his demeanor was profound and imposing, and his indifferent eyes were calm and unwavering, exuding an aura of authority over the world.
Upon seeing the delegation arrive, Kagami Uchiha stepped forward slowly, his attitude humble.
"Elder Zonghu, you must be tired from your long journey across the sea."
Upon seeing this young Hokage, who, despite being Uchiha, held the Konoha and commanded immense power in the Shinobi World, Soto Uzumaki felt a slight sense of respect and quickly returned the greeting with a cupped-fist salute.
"Lord Hokage, you are too kind. We are deeply grateful for the warm hospitality of Konoha. We are unworthy of such treatment."
Kagami Uchiha's gentle gaze swept over the green-eyed youths of the Land of Whirlpools behind him, and he understood.
"You have all come from afar; you are all distinguished guests of Konoha."
"Shikada, give each child in the Land of Whirlpools two million yen, take them to the village, and let them buy whatever they like without hesitation."
"This... Lord Hokage, you're too kind." Soto Uzumaki somewhat embarrassedly.
"You're welcome. Konoha and the Uzumaki Clan are like family. To me, they are no different from children of Konoha."
"Besides, they've come all this way, and they're just a bunch of kids. It's good for them to relax, isn't it?"
Shikata Nara, who was standing nearby, immediately stepped forward and led a group of teenagers away from the Hokage Building.
"Alright, Elder Muneto, don't overthink it. Please come to my office for a detailed discussion," Kagami Uchiha said, waving his hand in invitation.
Muneto stopped hesitating, nodded slightly, and followed Kagami Uchiha into the Hokage Office.
The gate slowly closed, shutting out the outside noise.
After decades, the reunion between Uzumaki and Konoha has officially begun.