The Raikage marries Chiyo

"Ahem, young people shouldn't be so impetuous. Our meeting must continue!"

Ōnoki quickly intervened, acting as a peacemaker.

Eiji remained silent. He hadn't intended to start a fight here, but the Raikage's words had genuinely made him laugh.

This is wartime! Konoha didn't even ask Kumogakure for compensation for the damage they caused in the Village, and now they're turning around and accusing us.

No wonder this Village was able to cause the Byakugan- stealing incident in Konoha. It's a good thing he's not Hokage yet; when he takes over, he'll definitely teach these Mambas a lesson in what true dominance is.

After that, the Raikage became much more subdued. Upon careful consideration, he realized that he indeed lacked the means to challenge Ryuuzaki Eiji, so for now, he could only endure it!

He was waiting for the right opportunity; he had found someone, "Bi," who could form a partnership with him.

If his brother becomes the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki and trains with him for ten years, he might be able to fight Ryuuzaki Eiji!

At that time, he will reclaim all the dignity he has lost, with interest!

The meeting then became a pointless Sunagakure, with Hiruzen Sarutobi starting to argue with Chiyo and Rasa about how much Sunagakure should compensate Konoha.

Just as Eiji was about to fall asleep, Chiyo spoke up.

"How about this? Sunagakure doesn't have much money right now, but they do have a lot of talented people!"

Chiyo saw that the time was right, so she gestured with her eyes for the girl behind her to step forward.

"Her name is Pakura, and she is a precious user of the Sunagakure Scorch Release Kekkei Genkai. I plan to send her to live in Konoha, but she must become Ryuuzaki Eiji's wife. What do you think?"

Upon hearing this, Eiji immediately coughed, and Tsunade behind him also looked astonished.

He finally understood why the girl had been staring at him; was it Pakura, the one with the Scorch Release?

At this moment, Pakura also looked at him, her gaze filled with inquiry and uncertainty.

From Pakura's perspective, she herself possesses a precious Scorch Release Kekkei Genkai and has her own pride, so it's natural that she would feel confused about being given such an order.

Furthermore, she had never personally witnessed Ryuuzaki Eiji's strength, and the rumors circulating in the Shinobi World seemed too unreal.

Not to mention that she was also taught by Chiyo to find out the weaknesses of Ryuuzaki Eiji's Ninjutsu after marrying him, and how to educate their Future children.

While obedience is Ninja's duty, is it truly the right thing to do?

From a woman's perspective, Pakura did not want to view her husband as an enemy.

Moreover, the other person looks several years younger than me, not to mention the strange ideas I would instill in my Future child on that basis.

A mix of complex emotions made Pakura feel like she was just a tool.

"It's best not to force such things. Using marriage to bind the interests of the Village, I don't think that's a wise decision."

Hiruzen Sarutobi forced himself to remain calm and spoke, while Chiyo's abacus beads were practically popping out of her face.

At first glance, Konoha will gain a valuable user of the Scorch Release Bloodline limit, but that depends on who she marries.

Ryuuzaki Eiji possesses an even rarer Dojutsu Bloodline. If his child were to go to Konoha instead of Sunagakure, judging from Eiji's behavior, this would definitely create a huge problem for Konoha in the Future.

"I object! How can Village disputes be resolved in this way!?"

Tsunade couldn't help but stand up and voice her opposition.

Upon hearing that it was Kekkei Genkai, the Raikage immediately said, "Marry me! Kumogakure will take good care of her! We'll pay for it!"

"I refuse!"

After hearing Raikage's words, Pakura blurted out that she didn't know why she was so dissatisfied, but it couldn't be Kumogakure.

The Raikage's face turned as black as the bottom of a pot. Was he really that uncharismatic?

Dodai pinched the bridge of his nose, unsure of what to say. The Fourth Hokage lacked political experience; this would only bring shame to Kumogakure.

"We at Iwagakure have also prepared several talented girls. If they can marry Ryuuzaki Eiji, Iwagakure is willing to form a non-aggression pact with Konoha."

Ōnoki followed suit, saying that although the Village did not have any Kekkei Genkai holders of the right age, they were all people he had carefully selected.

"No, I've already said it, peace between Village shouldn't be maintained in this way."

"Don't be so absolute. Have you forgotten how Konoha was founded?" Ōnoki smirked. "The First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, was willing to marry Mito Uzumaki to form an alliance with the Land of Whirlpools. Ryuuzaki Eiji also holds a high position in Konoha, so isn't it perfectly reasonable for him to marry into Iwagakure?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi was taken aback by Ōnoki. If he denied this, it would be tantamount to denying Hashirama Senju's decision, a label he couldn't bear.

However, Hiruzen was no fool, and he quickly came up with a solution: his son was still unmarried.

His abilities are also quite good, and in terms of status and position, he is qualified for a marriage alliance. If Ōnoki is willing, he could ask his son to be patient.

With that thought in mind, Hiruzen Sarutobi composed himself and prepared to speak.

"Kumogakure can also form an alliance with Konoha, all they need to do is have Hyuga Clan marry into their family! I will personally escort her to her home!"

The Raikage felt he had given Konoha ample face, but was met with complete silence.

Ōnoki stared wide-eyed at the Fourth Raikage, his gaze as if he were looking at an uncivilized gorilla.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, his lips trembling slightly. He wanted to say something, but he didn't know how to respond.

Utatane Koharu and Rasa were also taken aback by these words and couldn't help but cough lightly.

Dodai lowered his head deeply, shrinking back, too ashamed to face anyone.

Hyuga Soichiro frowned, while Uchiha Somei grabbed his arm, signaling him to calm down.

Although the two families sometimes have conflicts, he still knows that they should unite against external threats in times like these.

Eiji had to admit that the Fourth Raikage knew how to make things awkward.

Feeling humiliated, the Raikage gritted his teeth and said, "What's wrong? Is Ryuuzaki Eiji the only one who can do this? The Hyuga Clan can't, but the Uchiha Clan can!"

"You--"

What does it mean that "even Uchiha are allowed"?

So, in your eyes, the Uchiha is a reluctant choice?

Enraged, Uchiha Somei was about to confront him when Hyuga Soichiro pulled him back.

Eiji couldn't hold back any longer and finally spoke up.

"You're dark-skinned and have high hopes. I'm sitting right here to clearly reject you. You can eat whatever you want, but you can't say whatever you want."

The Uchiha and Hyuga are both precious bloodlines of Konoha, and they won't get along with you, you dark-skinned thing. If you really think you can't find a wife, I recommend you marry Chiyo from Sunagakure."

Eiji's single sentence made Ōnoki and Hiruzen Sarutobi cough.

Chiyo's face flushed red after she realized what was happening, whether from anger or from thinking about something strange.

"Ryuuzaki Eiji, how dare you insult me! How can such an ugly old woman, who's practically on her deathbed, still have children!?"

Raikage slammed his fist on the table and stood up.

"Where is marrying an old woman insulting you!?"

Chiyo immediately stood up and glared at him angrily.

Although she is now old and her beauty has faded, she was quite attractive in her youth. How could this lump of black coal look down on her?

For a period of time afterward, the meeting was thrown into disarray, with constant noise and disturbance.

Watching the important figures from various villages arguing in front, the Guard behind them looked at each other, not daring to utter a sound.

"Enough! The meeting needs to continue. Don't you feel ashamed arguing like this?!"

Hanzo of the Salamander couldn't stand it any longer and yelled at everyone to be quiet; he hadn't come here to watch this farce.