34: Chapter 34, Land of Waves, First AppearanceA few days later, Naruto and Tsunade headed straight for the eastern coastline, their destination—the Land of Waves.
"Kid, how do you know so much about the situation in the Land of Waves?You even know details like how Mara secretly contacted the ninjas of the Land of Water?"
Naruto had already prepared his explanation, speaking casually, "Money can buy information, even divine intervention."
"During the chaos in Konoha, many shady information brokers became active.Before leaving Konoha, I raised some funds and used some special channels to purchase intelligence packages about several chaotic areas in the surrounding area."
"The Land of Waves is the most valuable and the most suitable target for us to take action against."
He attributed the intelligence to the black market intelligence network active during the chaos in Konoha.This explanation is plausible and conceals the existence of the raccoon dog.
Tsunade was skeptical, but Naruto's recent displays of meticulousness made her more inclined to accept this explanation.
Perhaps, when this kid was a street thug in Konoha, he was already secretly building his own connections?
Tsunade snorted and didn't pursue the matter further.
Seeing that Tsunade accepted, Naruto continued to push forward his plan: "The biggest problem in the Land of Waves right now is the power vacuum and internal strife left by Gato's death."
"What we need to do is integrate.Get them to voluntarily hand over power to us."
He analyzed in detail: "The strongest Zhuoka side is brave but reckless, while the second-best Malang is cunning but lacks strength."
"They are locked in a stalemate over control of the dock.Our first step is to add fuel to the fire and make them both lose."
"You mean, you 'accidentally' revealed the information you bought about Marang seeking outside help to Zoka?" Tsunade seemed to understand the key point.
"That's right.Let's observe from the sidelines for now, and then reappear when they've exhausted their resources."
Naruto looked at Tsunade, "You need to show absolute power and instill fear in them.And I will give them a way to survive."
"Although he's young, he's quite cunning when it comes to playing tricks."
Tsunade commented without objection.
Several days later, in the Land of Waves, a coastal town filled with the smell of the sea and an atmosphere of despair.
In the town's largest warehouse district, dozens of people were divided into two factions, ready to fight.
On the left are the remnants of Kado, led by Zoka, each one looking fierce and menacing.
On the right is another force centered around Ma Lang, with sinister eyes.
The battle has begun!Previously, Zoka had used a clever trick to ambush the Water Country ninjas that Marang had invited, and the two sides were locked in a fierce and evenly matched fight.
At this moment, the warehouse was littered with corpses, and the ground was stained red with blood.
Fewer than ten people were still standing, and all of them were injured and panting heavily.
Zhuoka leaned on his machete, blood gushing from a deep, bone-revealing wound on his arm.He glared at the equally disheveled Ma Lang opposite him and roared, "Ma Lang!Even if I die today, I'll drag you down with me!"
Ma Lang clutched his abdomen, pierced by a kunai, his face pale, but his eyes still held a sinister glint: "Zhuoka, go to hell!"
Like dying beasts, the two mustered their last strength and, with their remaining men, prepared for a final, desperate fight!
The air seemed to freeze, and all that remained in the eyes of the survivors was a frenzy of mutual destruction!
Just then!
boom!
A deafening roar erupted from the center of the warehouse without warning!
Suddenly, a huge hole burst open in the thick ceiling of the warehouse!Wood chips and gravel swept down like a sandstorm!
A golden figure descended from the sky like a meteorite, carrying unparalleled power, and crashed heavily onto the ground right between Zhuoka and Malang!
The ground was as if hit by a cannonball, instantly creating a crater several meters in diameter!The violent shockwave, mixed with materialized chakra, spread wildly in all directions like a tsunami!
"Ugh!"
Zhuoka, Malang, and their remaining men didn't even have time to scream before they were all sent flying backward as if struck by a giant hammer of air, crashing heavily into the surrounding walls and cargo containers!The sound of bones shattering was clearly audible!
For a moment, the only thing still moving in the warehouse was the figure that had descended from the sky and slowly stood up from the smoke and dust—Tsunade!
She brushed off non-existent dust from her shoulders, her golden ponytail fluttering in the swirling air, her amber eyes sweeping across the room like a queen surveying her domain.
The overwhelming force of that impact filled all the survivors, who were dazed and disoriented with broken bones, with terror in their eyes!This was a power that no human could possibly possess!
The entire warehouse was deathly silent, save for the suppressed groans and heavy breathing of the wounded from their excruciating pain.
Just then, a steady footstep sound came from the shadow of the half-collapsed warehouse door.
Tap, tap, tap.
Naruto's figure slowly emerged from the shadows.
He had his hands in his pockets, walking with a relaxed gait, as if the earth-shattering scene that had just occurred to him had nothing to do with him.
He walked to the edge of the pit, stood beside Tsunade, and calmly swept his gaze over the mess and the various expressions on the faces.
Then he spoke, his voice clear, a smile playing on his lips.
"Gentlemen, it seems you've run into a bit of trouble."
I have a suggestion.
The surviving outlaws struggled to lift their heads and look at the two figures standing on the edge of the pit.
The woman's power was like that of a god or demon, and the calm and unhurried evil aura emanating from this suddenly appearing blonde figure sent chills down their spines.
They understood that their lives were now in the hands of the other party.
"From today onwards, the rules of the black market in the Land of Waves will be set by my 'Apocalypse Merchant Guild.' We will provide protection and order, and take a 30% commission."
"Everyone?Who's in favor?Who's against?"
The entire room fell silent, and the rest of the process proceeded naturally.
Faced with absolute power and life-or-death choices, all arrogance becomes insignificant.It was dispensable, especially after Tsunade casually used a palm strike to quickly heal Zoka's almost severed arm, all his struggles basically disappeared.
The ability to bring the dead back to life, coupled with the threat to survival, works in tandem.
Naruto easily took over these remaining forces and issued an order to integrate resources.
Stepping out of the warehouse, which reeked of blood, a sea breeze caressed my face.
Naruto gazed into the distance, his eyes deep and thoughtful.
"The first step is complete."
Tsunade stood beside him, looking at the boy's calm profile, her thoughts churning.
A violent start, a gentle finish—this kid…
"Next, it's time to go and meet that Daimyo," Naruto murmured.
"A compliant Land of Waves that can provide official cover is more valuable than a purely underground stronghold."
"It's not difficult to make a cowardly puppet who has been sidelined by Kado for many years recognize reality."
[Ding!Successfully intimidated and absorbed the remaining forces of the Land of Waves with overwhelming force, establishing the rudimentary form of the Apocalypse Merchant Guild.This aligns with the villain's motives, earning you Villain Points +1500!]
[Ding!Strong control of the field, gained Villain Value +800!]
[Current villain value: 13053 points]
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