allendalepharm Chapter 232 The Hokage's Proposal
Chapter 232 The Hokage's Proposal
The Hokage and the Mizukage each put forward their own conditions, but neither was willing to compromise, so the negotiations naturally reached a stalemate.
Faced with this situation, the Third Hokage seemed somewhat troubled, and with a frown, he slowly said, "Continuing like this is just a waste of time. How about this, let our guards have a duel, and the winner will gain the Land of Waves and the surrounding areas."
The Mizukage glanced at Minato Namikaze and Kyosuke, a playful expression on his face. He didn't object, but asked with a half-smile, "Hokage-sama, which one do you intend to send out?"
Minato Namikaze.
The third generation uttered four words, and Minato Namikaze stepped forward to reveal his identity.
Old fox!
Kyosuke muttered to himself.
In recent years, perhaps due to the trials of war, Minato Namikaze's strength has skyrocketed, gradually becoming the most dazzling light on the battlefield.
Based on Kyosuke's irresponsible subjective speculation, Minato Namikaze now possesses the strength to rival the Hokage.
Whether we win or lose is uncertain, but we can definitely put up a fight.
In the anime, Minato Namikaze became Hokage during this period, so his strength must have reached the standard for Hokage.
Minato Namikaze may appear to be a Jonin, but he is actually a candidate for Hokage.
Compared to Minato Namikaze, Ao and Mei Terumi behind the Mizukage seem rather insignificant.
Ao's combat ability is relatively weak. He can bully young Kyosuke, but he has no chance of winning against Minato Namikaze.
Mei Terumi is the future Mizukage, but she is several years younger than Minato Namikaze and has not fully matured, so she has no chance of winning.
Sending Minato Namikaze, the third generation, is tantamount to challenging someone of lower rank; it's simply bullying.
Kyosuke really liked this shameless act and remembered it carefully.
The Mizukage also felt that the Third Hokage was unethical.
He didn't know that Minato Namikaze would soon become Hokage, but he knew that Minato Namikaze was not someone to be trifled with.
During the war between Konoha and Kirigakure, Minato Namikaze took the lead and killed many Kirigakure ninja, which earned him a place on the Kirigakure leadership's list of key targets.
To deal with this troublesome guy, the elite of the Mist Ninja organization launched two ambushes, but Minato Namikaze was unharmed while the Mist Ninja's elite forces suffered heavy losses.
According to the Mizukage's assessment, Ao and Terumi Mei are no match for Minato Namikaze.
Taking a step back opens up a whole new world. Minato Namikaze is too difficult to deal with, so let's not bother with him.
The little guy next to him looks easy to bully, so let's bully him a bit.
When Kyosuke saw the Mizukage's gaze fall on him, with a hint of mockery in his eyes, he knew something was wrong!
Damn it, this Mizukage is shameless too, he's got his eye on me!
Then I heard what Mizukage said.
"Lord Hokage, I'll compromise and agree to your request. But you also need to compromise and let me choose the people; that's only fair."
Kyosuke was displeased upon hearing this.
The Third Hokage suggested sending Minato Namikaze, but the Mizukage then demanded that someone be chosen again, leaving Kyosuke as the only option.
There were no other candidates.
Kyosuke thought to himself, "I'm going to be Hokage, how can I spend all my time fighting and killing?"
The primary prerequisite for becoming Hokage is to be alive.
Every battle carries risk; the only difference is the degree of risk.
Kyosuke is confident he can survive, whether facing Ao or Mei Terumi.
But confidence is confidence, and reality is reality.
When Orochimaru stole Itachi's Sharingan, Madara was full of confidence before he was stabbed by Black Zetsu.
The result was that each one was worse than the last.
If something unexpected happens during battle and Kyosuke dies or is maimed, he won't be able to become Hokage.
Kyosuke dislikes this kind of "what if".
However, while adhering to the principle of "survival of the fittest" in his heart, Kyosuke appears fearless and undaunted on the surface, as if he is ready to rush out at any moment to avenge Asuma.
The Third Hokage understood the Mizukage's meaning and seemed to be deep in thought. He then took a half-step back and said, "How about this, let the juniors have a duel. I also want to see the outstanding performance of the younger generation of Kirigakure."
In fact, when the Third Hokage proposed the duel between the guards, he had already anticipated this scene, knowing that the Mizukage would likely choose Kyosuke.
However, considering that Kyosuke's strength was already quite good, and that he had recently practiced immortal techniques, his strength must have reached a new level.
Before the negotiations, the Third Hokage thoroughly studied the information on the Mist Ninja, including two noteworthy ninjas: Ao and Mei Terumi.
According to the Third Generation's assessment, Kyosuke has a fairly good chance of winning against the two of them.
It was with this in mind that the third generation dared to propose the challenge of a guard duel.
Kyosuke Uesugi versus Mei Terumi...
The Mizukage understood the Third Hokage's meaning, considered it briefly, and knowing that this was the Hokage's final bottom line, nodded in agreement to the request.
After all, he genuinely wanted peace and didn't want the negotiations to fail.
Moreover, he was confident in Mei's strength.
According to Ao's report, when Ao's team was chasing Kyosuke, Kyosuke showed great strength, but he shouldn't have been able to defeat Mei Terumi.
Thus, when the negotiations reached a stalemate, the two leaders decided the fate of the Land of Waves by having their subordinates duel.
It can only be said that both sides wanted to end it, but when they had no other choice, they chose this seemingly irresponsible method.
Ninjas, when there's a dispute, they fight it out, and whoever is stronger gets to decide.
If it weren't for their inappropriate positions, the Hokage and Mizukage would probably have personally engaged in the duel.
After all, they are the Hokage and the Mizukage. If something unexpected happens during the battle, then there's no point in talking about peace. Both sides should gather their troops and fight to the death.
Once the boss has made a decision, Kyosuke can only obey, and he also has to appear ready to fight.
Everyone went up to the deck to watch the battle, while Kyosuke and Mei Terumi jumped off the ship and stood on the sea.
"Heh, you got away last time, but you won't have the chance this time."
Compared to Kyosuke's pretense, Terumi Mei was genuinely happy.
In the last mission, Mei Terumi failed to kill Kyosuke and Uchiha Shisui, and this was the first time she had tasted the bitterness of mission failure, which made her feel ashamed.
This time, she intends to kill Kyosuke and wash away the shame with his blood.
"Damn it, I must avenge my comrades!"
Kyosuke gritted his teeth, formed a hand seal with his left hand to use the Shadow Clone Technique, and pulled out a kunai with his right hand.
Seeing the kunai in Kyosuke's hand, Minato Namikaze on the ship slightly curled the corners of his mouth.
This is a kunai he gave to Kyosuke, with the Flying Thunder God technique formula he left behind on it.
Minato Namikaze was initially worried that Kyosuke would be blinded by hatred, but now it seems that Kyosuke remains calm.
As long as Kyosuke has that kunai, even if danger arises, Minato Namikaze can come to his rescue in time.
Kyosuke, you've really grown up.
Under Minato Namikaze's approving gaze, Kyosuke's shadow clone launched the first attack.
It's the same old routine, the same old tactics; in short, it's an encirclement.
The Mizukage smiled slightly upon seeing Kyosuke's numerous shadow clones.
"To have such a huge amount of chakra at such a young age, Konoha is indeed full of talented people."
"Hehehe, Lord Mizukage, you're too kind. The bloodline limit of your subordinates is quite impressive."
On the surface, the three representatives were chatting and laughing with the Water Shadow with ease, but in their hearts they were very wary.
So far, everything is proceeding according to the third generation's plan, which is going too smoothly.
This is not normal; the Mizukage must have some trump card up his sleeve.
what is it?