"Haha, you're too kind, Hokage," Second Tsuchikage Mu said with a laugh.
Ōnoki also bowed respectfully.
Once the four were seated, Tobirama Senju asked, "What did you two want to see us about?"
"Well, I read Konoha's letter. What exactly is the ultimate goal of holding Chunin Ninja Exams across the entire Shinobi World?" Second Tsuchikage Mu asked.
"Haha, Tsuchikage! Didn't you read the letter carefully? Wasn't it spelled out clearly? It's for peace and stability in the Shinobi World, and to promote friendly exchanges and learning between nations and villages."
"Oh, so we can learn Konoha's new Ninjutsu too? Don't worry, we'll also bring out our advanced Ninjutsu for everyone to exchange and learn," the Second Tsuchikage said.
Tobirama Senju instantly lost his composure upon hearing that. "Yuying, throw them out! You want to learn Konoha's techniques? How dare you even think of it!"
Itō Yuying escorted the two outside. "Take care. I won't see you off," he said, slamming the door with a bang.
The master and disciple shivered in the bitter wind. Looking up at the icy, snow-covered scenery, they felt cold in both body and heart. "Seriously, Konoha has no hospitality whatsoever. We're ashamed to be associated with you." Then the two slunk back to their room.
"Absolutely shameless. How does he get more brazen with age?"
Watching Tobirama Senju complain endlessly, Itō Yuying chimed in, "Exactly, exactly. Doesn't he know his own limits? Opening his mouth and saying something that outrageous."
"Mm-hmm." The two griped together furiously.
Another two days passed. After all five Kage arrived, the current leader of the Land of Iron presided over the meeting. The Kage sat around a large round table and began chatting.
"Say, Hokage, you certainly made a big splash this time. Look at how badly you beat