149: Chapter 149 Each with their own thoughtsIn recent days, the major ninja villages have been using mobile phones, a gift from the Chamber of Commerce, to achieve unprecedented communication frequencies.
Opposition to the establishment of Apocalypse Academy is growing stronger.
On this day, Kakashi finally arrived in the Land of Waves, his face looking haggard beneath his silver hair.
He first went to the ward to visit Jiraiya, who was barely able to walk.
"Old man, it's really time to go back."
Kakashi scratched his messy white hair."The old guys in the village are about to explode.Without you in charge, I can't keep them in check."
Jiraiya, dressed in a hospital gown, stood by the window, looking at the bustling construction scene of the Chamber of Commerce outside, and sighed: "I know, I need to go back and think about things here, and talk to those old fogies about it."
Anko, who was packing Jiraiya's luggage, pouted and said, "It's better to go back, so I don't have to keep thinking about certain people here.Humph!"
Kakashi glanced helplessly at Anko and decided not to respond to that.
When Naruto heard that Jiraiya was also returning to Konoha, he rushed over, saw them off at the dock, and watched as Konoha's ships disappeared from sight before returning to his office.
The table was piled high with documents that he needed to review, ranging from progress reports on the academy's construction to analyses of the dynamics of various ninja villages sent by Hibari's intelligence department—a jumbled mess of documents.
In the past, that alluring figure would always handle these tasks perfectly before he even noticed them.
I'm still getting used to Terumi Mei's departure.It seems I'll have to train Samui a bit more.Watching her makes me dizzy.
A knock sounded on the door, and Hibari's voice came from outside: "President, Miss Kurotsuchi requests an audience, saying she has something important to report."
Naruto raised an eyebrow slightly.Kurotsuchi?That girl from Iwagakure has been quite interesting lately.
Originally, Onoki probably left him at the merchant guild with the intention of befriending him, but given the tense situation between the merchant guild and the various villages, he still hasn't returned to Iwagakure, which suggests he might have other ideas.
Naruto didn't delve into it further."Let her in."
Kurotsuchi pushed open the door and entered.Her form-fitting ninja outfit accentuated her stunning curves.Her short hair was neat, and her face was flushed with shyness.
After closing the door, she walked straight to Naruto's desk and said in a soft voice, "President, I heard that the establishment of Apocalypse Academy needs manpower.I can help."
Naruto looked up, his gaze lingering on her, and said with a smile, "Lord Kurotsuchi, why are you suddenly so enthusiastic?Are you really willing to let me keep you here all this time?Is Iwagakure really going to let you stay here with me?"
Kurotsuchi's heart tightened.Had this guy become suspicious?The undercover operation was something she had proposed to her grandfather herself.To get close to Naruto and investigate the core secrets of the Apocalypse Merchant Guild, she absolutely could not give up easily.
She bit her lip, leaned forward, and gently shook Naruto's arm."I just think that the student council president is young, promising, and has extraordinary courage, and I want to learn more from you."
"Besides, I'm just a free man in Iwagakure.Shall I give you a shoulder massage?"
As she spoke, she went around behind Naruto, placed her hands on his shoulders, and gently massaged them.
Naruto did not refuse and let her fingers press on his shoulders.
After a while, Naruto reached out and pulled her to sit in his lap."Since you're so sincere, I won't stand on ceremony with you.Tell me, what are your thoughts on Apocalypse Academy?"
Caught off guard, Kurotsuchi stumbled and landed steadily on Naruto's lap.
Her cheeks flushed, but she suppressed her panic and said coquettishly, "Oh, you're so annoying, President, why are you doing this so suddenly."
"Apocalypse Academy, of course it's a great idea!Let more people learn ninjutsu.No matter what others think, Kurotsuchi supports you!"
She shifted her body, adjusting her posture, and couldn't help but marvel at how robust this guy's body was.But what about the intelligence?What was on the document.She couldn't see it clearly.
Naruto chuckled and put his arm around her."Really?Then take a look at this blueprint for me."
He picked up a drawing from the table and spread it out in front of her.
His hands were never idle.
Heitu's body was tense, but she gritted her teeth and refused to back down.
She pretended to look at the picture carefully, muttering, "Hmm, this is the training ground, that's the dormitory area.President, um."
"What's wrong?Are you feeling unwell?" Naruto's breath warmed her ear.
Hei Tu felt his legs go weak and weak again, but he gritted his teeth and persevered, trying to remember some details from the drawings.
Unfortunately, the blueprint was just a rough sketch and contained no core secrets.
What kind of intelligence is this?My great-aunt sacrificed so much, and this is what I get?
And just like that, the morning passed.
Kurotsuchi tried various ways to get close to Naruto, but each time she failed to get any real clues.
Naruto, however, became increasingly audacious, causing Kurotsuchi to tremble uncontrollably, panting heavily even while standing, and filled with rage.
In the afternoon, Naruto finally let her go."Alright, thank you for your hard work, Miss Kurotsuchi.We'll discuss the academy matters another day."
Hei Tu felt as if he had been granted a pardon.He managed to stand up, his legs feeling as weak as cotton.He barely managed to maintain his composure and almost tripped as he walked out of the office.
As soon as they stepped outside, Kurotsuchi bumped into Sakura.
Sakura was standing at the doorway holding a plate of freshly cut fruit.
She watched as Kurotsuchi emerged from Naruto's office, her face flushed, her hair slightly disheveled, her breathing a little rapid, and her attire seemingly a bit unkempt.Her eyes narrowed instantly.
A close female friend?Humph!Now she seems more like a rival in love who's trying to steal her food!
"Kurotsuchi?" Sakura's voice turned cold."Why.did you come out of the president's office?"
Kurotsuchi was already seething with anger, and seeing Sakura's attitude only fueled her rage.She forced a smile and retorted, "I've come to ask the president for advice.As for you, Sakura, are you here to share the president's burdens again?"
Sakura's face flushed instantly, but she immediately straightened her back, placed the fruit plate on the nearby cabinet, crossed her arms, and her amazing curves became even more fiery.
"Why can't I come?I'm the president's medical advisor."Caring about the president's health is our duty!
She retorted sharply, her gaze sweeping over the black soil.
"But you, young lady of Iwagakure, instead of staying in your own village, why are you suddenly so enthusiastic about our guild leader?Who knows what you're up to!Don't think I don't know that your grandfather, Onoki, hasn't been very friendly to our guild lately!"
After saying that, she raised her chin, turned around, picked up the fruit, and went inside, deliberately slamming the door shut with a loud bang.
Heitu stood outside the door, staring at the tightly closed door, utterly speechless.
Sister, at least I came here with a purpose, what about you?
What are you trying to achieve by being so jealous and guarding against each other like this?
Meanwhile, in Kirigakure Village.
Mei Terumi quickly stabilized the situation, making her unparalleled in prestige within the traumatized Kirigakure.
She used an iron fist to eliminate Orochimaru's remaining forces, while simultaneously appeasing and winning people's hearts.
Subsequently, in the name of the Sixth Mizukage, a notice was issued to the entire ninja world, clearly stating:
"Having gone through this ordeal, Kirigakure has fully realized that the old ninja village system has many flaws.From this day forward, Kirigakure and the Apocalypse Merchant Guild will officially become the closest allies, sharing both glory and ruin."
"Once Apocalypse Academy is officially completed, Kirigakure will select a group of talented civilian ninjas to be sent to the academy as the first batch of students."
This statement was like another blow, striking the already tense nerves of the various ninja villages.
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In the Iwagakure office, Onoki nearly fell from mid-air."That little brat Mei Terumi!She's leading Kirigakure into the abyss!And Kurotsuchi.I wonder how things are going?"
At the Cloud Village Reconstruction Command Center, Ai rubbed his head in frustration: "Damn it!One after another!The Mist Village has already given up?I.I still owe the Merchant Guild a favor, how am I supposed to object now?"
The Konoha elders said, "See?This is Naruto's ambition!He's trying to win one over while sowing discord among us!Kirigakure has already betrayed us!There are bad guys among us!"
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