" Naoki, how is it? Should we continue with the plan?"
Tsunade asked with some concern, "Although the plan was made long ago, Mei Terumi's methods are more sophisticated than we imagined, which makes the original plan seem less perfect than it was when it was made."
As for Orochimaru, who is in the heart of Kirigakure... well, so be it. He has countless Orochimaru cards up his sleeve, and if he's determined to leave, Kirigakure can't stop him.
"Of course we must continue. If we give up halfway, all those preparations will have been wasted. More importantly, we might not be able to leave Kirigakure so easily..."
Naoki Senju gazed at Mei Terumi on the high platform; the big, fluffy Mashiro... he wondered who was better, Tsunade...
Mei Terumi seemed to notice Naoki's gaze, pouting her lips and sending him a fiery kiss. However, Naoki Senju had no romantic thoughts whatsoever, because Mei Terumi's kiss was deadly.
Moreover, from Mei Terumi's flirtatious flying kiss, Naoki Senju was 100% certain that their identities had been exposed. Although he didn't know when they had been exposed, now that their identities were exposed, they had to find a way to leave Kirigakure as soon as possible.
" Sister Tsunade, tell Katsuyu to start the plan ahead of schedule, otherwise we might not be able to leave today."
Tsunade paused slightly, but noticing Naoki Senju's serious expression, she chose to believe him unconditionally. She quickly summoned Katsuyu and instructed it:
" Katsuyu, go and inform the Katsuyu inside the Three-Tails Beast that the plan can begin."
"Yes, Lady Tsunade," the Katsuyu replied softly in a sweet voice, then vanished into smoke with a 'pop'.
In a lake ten miles east of Kirigakure, the Three-Tails, which had been quiet all along, suddenly became agitated and began to attack the barrier set up by Kirigakure.
The Sealing Squad responsible for suppressing the Three-Tails was drenched in sweat and spoke urgently to the Anbu beside them:
"Quickly inform the Lord Mizukage! The Three-Tails has gone into a berserk state again. We probably can't hold out much longer. We request reinforcements."
Kirigakure is currently severely understaffed; otherwise, the team monitoring the Three-Tails would be the Sealing Squad, plus a Jonin team of six or more to suppress the volatile Three-Tails at any time. Moreover, the Jonin team would need to be proficient in ninjutsu other than Water Release, because Water Release is negligible in its effect on the Three-Tails.
However, with only the Sealing Squad and two Jonin in lightning style, they can only suppress the Three-Tails for a while. In times of crisis, they can only wait for reinforcements from Kirigakure. Fortunately, the distance is not far, and reinforcements should arrive in time...
The leader of the Sealing Squad silently prayed that reinforcements would arrive quickly, otherwise, given their proximity to Kirigakure, the out-of-control Three-Tails could cause significant damage if it stormed into the village.
Not far away, Kabuto Yakushi glanced at the Three-Tails' enormous size and its terrifying, solidified Chakra, which was wildly dancing in the air.
" Tailed Beast... that's truly a terrifying power. If I could control it... but the most urgent task is to complete Lord Orochimaru's mission. I hope the new vessel will satisfy Lord Orochimaru."
The current candidate for the vessel is Guren, but Guren is highly regarded by Lord Naoki, so Guren is no longer on the vessel list. Lord Orochimaru really 'dotes' on Lord Naoki... Kabuto Yakushi walked in the dimly lit tunnel, his mind wandering to some thoughts that could easily get him killed.
They hadn't gone far when they came across a series of prison-like rooms. Kabuto Yakushi glanced at them briefly and realized there were at least a hundred of them.
This is where Kirigakure imprisoned missing-nin, criminal ninja, and ninja from enemy countries. During this upheaval, many losers awaiting their final judgment were imprisoned here.
" The Yuki Clan, the Kaguya Clan, the Hozuki Clan... Kirigakure Kekkei Genkai, but searching for them one by one would be too troublesome. Let's borrow some information from the guards first."
( The Hozuki Clan does indeed have Kekkei Genkai. In the official guidebook for the Second Mizukage Gengetsu Hozuki, there are three categories: Secret Technique, Summoning, and Kekkei Genkai. Hozuki Mangetsu and Hozuki Suigetsu only have the Secret Technique category. Perhaps the difficulty of awakening it is too high, which is why they did not awaken their clan's Kekkei Genkai.)
Kabuto Yakushi adjusted his glasses and slowly walked towards the nearby guard cell in the dimly lit tunnel. A cell guard on patrol spotted Kabuto Yakushi, and the bright beam of his flashlight shone on Kabuto Yakushi's face.
"Who are you? Get back to your cell right now, or don't blame me for being impolite!" the guard, who had been drinking a little, said menacingly.
Although this prison holds many powerful ninjas, they add a small amount of poison to their food every day. While not fatal, it is enough to limit the prisoners' strength.
Kabuto Yakushi curled his lips in disdain, forming a palm blade with his fingers. The shimmering blue Chakra materialized, transforming into an incomparably sharp Chakra Scalpel.
"Only a few Chunin guarding the prison. It seems Kirigakure has indeed declined quite a bit."
After speaking, a sharp Chakra Scalpel sliced across the guard's neck, and bright red, warm blood gushed out. Kabuto Yakushi Orochimaru, pervertedly licked the blood from the corner of his mouth.
" Lord Orochimaru, I will definitely earn your recognition of my abilities."
Mei Terumi finished her speech outlining her political goals—essentially making grand promises—the succession ceremony for the Fifth Mizukage concluded successfully. Surprisingly, no forces came to disrupt the ceremony, which somewhat surprised Mei Terumi.
The fact that other factions were so cautious rendered some of her plans completely useless. However, she did manage to catch a few big fish this time...
Mei Terumi casually tossed her Mizukage hat onto the table and then swiftly gave the order:
"Ao, immediately notify the Anbu, Yoshida Squad, and Kashima Squad to capture ' Nobunaga Kamishiro,' ' Aya Chiba, ' and ' Hoshino Shiin Kaede.' These three have already been murdered by ninjas from other villages. The person impersonating them now is very likely Elite Jonin from Konoha or Iwagakure. Make sure Yoshida and the others leave at least one alive."
But Qing, who was usually always available, was late this time. Mei Terumi frowned in displeasure and impatiently urged:
"Qing, if you dare to peep into the women's bathhouse with those Byakugan again, I'll punish you by making you clean the men's bathhouse for a month!"
A few seconds later, Qing reappeared, looking anxious. However, instead of immediately defending her innocence, Qing said hastily:
" Lord Mizukage, something terrible has happened! The Three-Tails has inexplicably gone berserk again, and a prisoner riot has broken out at Kirigakure Prison. All the guards have been brutally murdered by the prisoners, and many have already escaped to the nearest dock."