Hidden Whirlpool Village, Inner Hall.
"Are you saying that Lord Mito's lifespan is coming to an end?"
Uzumaki Kongming looked at Tsunade, who was a guest, his tone concerned, but a faint sarcasm was hidden in his eyes.
"Yes." Tsunade's eyes turned sad, "Grandmother dedicated her life to the Hidden Leaf Village. If it weren't for the fact that she had two Tailed Beasts sealed within her body at the same time, she would definitely want to come back and take a look."
As "honored" guests from the Hidden Leaf Village, they had been invited to the Inner Hall by the Uzumaki clan members since they entered the village, and there was no neglect in terms of etiquette.
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After some conversation, Tsunade also stated the purpose of this trip.
"You mean, you need the help of the Uzumaki clan to go to the Hidden Leaf Village to seal the Tailed Beast?" Uzumaki Kongming said in a low voice, confirming it again.
Before Tsunade could answer, Nawaki stood up first and toasted Uzumaki Kongming with a glass of wine, "That's right, preferably a child about my age."
"Child?" Kongming frowned slightly.
Nawaki raised his head and drank the wine in his glass, and said loudly:
"Although I am not talented, the blood of the Uzumaki also flows in my body. To be honest, although the Hidden Whirlpool Village is in a remote corner, in terms of Ninja education, it is still slightly inferior to the Hidden Leaf Village. If the Uzumaki children can receive the Hidden Leaf Village's education, presumably their future will have more possibilities. In this way, the connection between the Hidden Leaf Village and the Uzumaki will be closer!"
Kongming's face suddenly darkened.
Hearing this, Jiraiya's hand holding the cup froze in mid-air, and even Tsunade looked at her Younger Brother in astonishment.
Before they went to the Land of Whirlpools, Hiruzen had vaguely mentioned that the current relationship between the Hidden Leaf Village and the Uzumaki was a bit delicate, and the alliance relationship was not as stable as it used to be.
Looking at the stammering Master, Tsunade immediately guessed that the Hidden Leaf Village might have done something to offend the Uzumaki clan.
Under this premise, it is really hard to tell whether her Younger Brother is frank or an idiot to openly state the purpose of this trip.
Veins popped out on Uzumaki Kongming's forehead. When his emotions fluctuated, he suddenly remembered Shin'yu's order. He immediately picked up the wine pot and took a few big gulps. After a few deep breaths, he suppressed the surging emotions in his heart.
"Okay, since it's a request from the Hidden Leaf Village, how could our Uzumaki clan not respond?"
He clapped his hands and laughed, and gave Nawaki a thumbs up, "As expected of Lord Hashirama's grandson, I approve of your idea."
Jiraiya's eyes widened directly.
So easily... it's settled?
You know, since they entered the Hidden Whirlpool Village, they have been met with cold eyes all the way.
Those Uzumaki clan members didn't seem as passionate as the color of their hair, but every look they gave them was full of indifference.
Although the etiquette was very complete, it always felt like these people were not sincere, as if they were forced to accompany them in acting, unwillingly.
Originally, he was already mentally prepared for the failure of the negotiation.
How could he have imagined that Nawaki would have stumbled upon the right answer?
Jiraiya raised his head and looked at Tsunade opposite him, and found that her pretty face was also full of daze.
At this time, Uzumaki Kongming waved to the side door, "Kyona Ka, bring her here."
Soon, a woman opened the curtain and came gracefully, followed by a girl.
The woman had an elegant demeanor and a dignified appearance. The girl had a round face and apricot eyes, and just by looking at their appearances, one could tell they were mother and daughter.
They both had vibrant red hair, holding hands, with smiles on their faces, standing generously in front of everyone.
"Uzumaki Kushina, she is exceptionally talented, with pure Uzumaki bloodline, and has just turned 8 this year. She should meet your needs, right?"
Tsunade nodded, hesitating slightly, "This child, can we take her away?"
Kong Ming smiled, "Of course, but you must agree to one condition."
"What condition?"
Kong Ming thought of Shin'yu's words and said solemnly, "After entering Hidden Leaf Village, you must treat her as a normal ninja, and not restrict her freedom within the village. If she has thoughts of home, you must allow her to come back for a visit."
"This..." Jiraiya and Tsunade exchanged glances.
This request could not be rashly agreed to. Not to mention that Jinchuriki are the objects that every village must protect, even Uzumaki Mito had to confine herself in order to suppress the two Tailed Beasts within her.
Before they could finish their eye contact, Kong Ming clapped his hands, "Well, Kushina, let these older brothers and sisters take you to Hidden Leaf Village, are you willing?"
"Yes, I am." Kushina's eyes darted around, and she nodded.
Jiraiya and the others immediately looked at Kyona Ka expectantly.
"As long as you agree to that condition, I have no objections."
Kyona Ka smiled slightly, reached out and touched her daughter's head, "Moreover, as young master Nawaki said, going to Hidden Leaf Village will allow Kushina to gain more, right?"
For some reason, as a woman's intuition, Tsunade always felt that the word "gain" in Kyona Ka's mouth was quite meaningful.
"We agree."
Nawaki said loudly, "I guarantee with my personality that Kushina will be like a normal child, going to school, taking exams, and joining a team. The village will not restrict her freedom!"
"Nawaki..." Jiraiya reached out, wanting to say something but stopping.
"It's okay, Master." Nawaki smiled back, "We can't expect too much."
"In that case, there's no problem." Kong Ming laughed twice, tilting his head back to drink.
After the feast, Tsunade and Jiraiya vaguely took little Kushina away from the Inner Hall and went outside the village.
They both felt like they were dreaming that they had completed the task so easily.
Only Nawaki seemed very excited, with a passionate look on his face, introducing the Hidden Leaf Village to Kushina, patting his chest.
Kushina pursed her lips and smiled, her smile was shallow and beautiful, but a gentle face appeared in her heart, as well as his clear and gentle voice.
"Kushina, are you willing to do something for uncle?"
"Of course, uncle is Kushina's savior."
"Well, it's actually not difficult for you, but it will be very interesting."
"Really?"
"Yes, listen carefully, you only need to complete three tasks..."
...
The group had just left the village when the wind around them suddenly changed speed, carrying a colder aura.
Jiraiya and Tsunade stopped in their tracks at the same time.
Right before their eyes, a thin, tall young man approached, leading a group of red-haired Uzumaki clansmen behind him.
This group was talking and laughing loudly, looking disheveled, but excitement sparkled in everyone's eyes. They were dragging the corpse of some sea beast behind them with chains, clearly returning from a hunt.
But, none of that mattered anymore.
Because at this moment, only one figure remained in their eyes.
Nawaki curiously poked his head out, and when he clearly saw the person leading the group, he couldn't help but exclaim:
"That's... Orochimaru?"
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