In Naruto, build the strongest Hidden Mist Village.

Chapter 92 Shisui's Resolve, the Plan About to Begin
Naoki Kaguya moved slightly, blocking Shisui Uchiha's gaze. The latter snapped out of his daze and immediately looked at the Mizukage in front of him with a somewhat wary gaze.

In any case, Lord Hizashi's unusual changes are definitely related to the person in front of us.

If the Mizukage has drugged Lord Hizashi and there's a possibility he might betray us, then for the sake of the village, we must do everything in our power to eliminate him.

Just as Shisui was thinking of his words and preparing to answer Kaguya Naoki's various questions, the Fourth Mizukage walked straight past him.

And that's how we got through.

You should be at work by now. You haven't shown up for a day, and you're probably going to be subjected to those two's disdainful looks again.

Naoki Kaguya, feeling uneasy, turned and walked into the food street.

Let's buy some food to calm our nerves first, and bring some along as an apology, then we can consider it further.

Watching Kaguya Naoki walk straight through and leave, Uchiha Shisui was somewhat stunned, and even more dejected.

Why don't you just say something to me that could induce me to defect?

Zhi Shui lowered his head, feeling somewhat suffocated.

He really wanted to one day, when the Mizukage tried to force him to join Kirigakure with long speeches or threats, he would refuse in the most resolute and intense tone.

This was probably the only way he could resist the Mizukage.

Unfortunately, he didn't even have that opportunity.

This Mizukage seems to have truly pinned his hopes for changing his mind on a small ninja academy.

But, how is it possible?
I am a Konoha ninja, living in a place like Konoha. How could I possibly let what I see and hear in this dilapidated, ruined village, known as the Village of the Blood Mist, sway my thoughts and lead me to make changes?

He shook his head, sighed, and stopped thinking about it. He walked forward and looked through the door at Hizashi, who had calmed down and was now staring at him.

Focus on the present, Shisui. If this man truly intends to betray the village, then kill him!
Concealing the cold killing intent in his eyes, he turned and closed the door, causing the sunlight that had just streamed into the room to disappear, plunging it into darkness.

The Japanese official immediately got up.

"Zhi Shui, please sit down."

As he said this, he quietly hid the Mist Concealment Headband inside the table drawer, reached out and took out a few oil lamps, and pondered in his heart.

Since my stance has changed, judging from Naoki-sama's approach of recruiting me today, I suppose he also intends to recruit Uchiha Shisui.

So, shall we lend the adult a hand?

The word "adult" that came out so casually made Hizashi pause for a moment, then he smiled and shook his head.

Since he is the one who helped me break free from my old ways and who holds the key to Neji's future, what's wrong with calling him "sir"?
After all, I used to address those corrupt officials as "sir."

Turning around, they placed several oil lamps on the table. In the dim light, both of their expressions were somewhat gloomy.

Shisui stared intently at Hizashi's expression as he spoke.

"Lord Hizashi, what did that bastard do to you today? He drove you to such a point that you even shed tears."

As he spoke, Shisui gritted his teeth, but his eyes did not move an inch.

Having already spent a long time in the position of leader of the branch family, how could Hijiri not have noticed Shisui's thoughts?

He shook his head.

"It's just that I couldn't control my emotions. That guy, Kaguya Naoki, will no longer use me as a tool to continue his bloodline."

"You know, after escaping from that hellish, caged environment, it's unbearable to react so weakly."

Hijiri said it casually, and Uchiha Shisui was somewhat skeptical, but ultimately couldn't be sure.

After all, he had heard everything that had happened in those few days. Even so, he had been tormented to the point of ecstasy, so perhaps Lord Hizashi was truly acting out of genuine feelings.

“Shisui, even if you’ve improved somewhat, I must advise you to prepare to stay in Kirigakure for a long time.”

These words immediately caused Uchiha Shisui to focus most of his attention on this and become serious.

"Lord Hizashi, what does this mean?"

The daily variation seemed to be pointing something out.

"Zhishui, don't always think about solving the problem. In many cases, we are powerless to do anything about it, so you must try to analyze the problem."

Hearing those words, Zhi Shui's expression changed slightly.

To resolve the conflict between the Uchiha clan and the village, and if Hizashi betrayed the village, he would choose to assassinate him, trying to minimize the damage the Mizukage caused to the village. All sorts of thoughts he had considered before flooded his mind.

Then, he slowly shook his head in his heart.

How can I not try my best to solve it? If I don't try to solve the problem, the world will only get worse.

Silently keeping this suggestion to himself, Shisui asked the question.

"Lord Hizashi, what is your opinion?"

"The village paid a huge price for peace, but it didn't bring us back. This shows that the village is too busy to care about the two bloodline limits."

"The situation in the village is only worse than we think."

As soon as he finished speaking, Uchiha Shisui had already banished the thought that Hizashi might be a spy, and asked in a tense tone.

"What should we do?"

"Shisui, remember what I said." Hizashi shook his head helplessly.

"There's nothing we can do. The village can only be changed by the people who are still in it."

Shisui opened his mouth as if to speak, but unable to refute, he could only nod dejectedly.

"What you can do, and what I can do, is to remember everything that changes in the mist."

"If one day in the future you are able to return to the village, tell the Hokage everything you have seen and thought. That is what we should really do!" Yes.

Stop the water.

There's nothing you can do right now, but perhaps these are the only things you can do to help the village.

Shisui's eyes lit up, and he immediately nodded seriously, while looking at Hizashi's expression.

His smile held a bitter undertone, along with a hint of disappointment in himself, and Shisui couldn't help but lower his head.

How could anyone doubt Lord Hizashi? He's from the Hyuga branch family; he couldn't possibly have betrayed the village. He was working tirelessly for the village tonight; how could he be that kind of person?

Seeing the change in Shisui's expression, Hizashi decided not to continue and immediately said...

"Alright, Shisui, now that you've figured it out, you may leave. I need to get some rest tonight."

Shisui immediately stood up, bowed respectfully, and seeing that Hizashi still had a bitter smile on his face, he immediately raised his fist to cheer himself on.

"Lord Hizashi, please rest assured, we will all return one day!"

Having achieved his goal, Hizashi nodded lightly, seemingly unconcerned.

Once the water receded, she couldn't wait to take out a mirror and look at her smooth forehead.

Finally gone, that ugly, dirty mark is gone!
Are you observing the changes in fog concealment?

Uchiha Shisui closed the door and pondered deeply.

Aside from the usual things, there's nothing special about it.

Aside from policies targeting ordinary people, it seems like Naoki Kaguya hasn't made any major moves.

Those things aren't worth writing down at all.

Thinking this, two words suddenly popped into his mind, instantly energizing him.

Ghost lamp!

Yes, Hozuki, the most famous secret technique family in Kirigakure.

He chose the wrong side during the coup, which led to his being disliked and ostracized by Naoki Kaguya. In recent days, he has been put in a precarious situation by a guy named Genshi.

This situation is very similar to that of the Uchiha clan.

Soon, Naoki Kaguya will deal with the Hozuki clan. What choice will he make then?
So, Shisui, keep observing!
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"Naoki, don't you want to check what time it is?"

Mei Terumi propped herself up on her arms, looking at Naoki Kaguya outside the door, who was wearing a blue and white divine robe, and said resentfully.

"Ming, I won't make up any other excuses. Let's eat something first."

As he spoke, Kaguya Naoki smiled and moved the caramel-colored dumplings behind him to the front.

Each strand was coated in syrup, steaming hot, and had a faint sweet aroma. More importantly, seeing Naoki's expression, Mei Terumi's green pupils immediately softened.

Then, Nuonuo said.

"Come on, it's really time to get to work."

Naoki Kaguya avoided the Third Hokage's eerie gaze and sat down next to Mei Terumi, gently resting her fiery red hair on her shoulder and pointing to the mountain of scrolls piled up in front of her.

"Are there still so many documents that haven't been properly organized?"

Mei Terumi sighed softly.

"We've screened them all out. We were just waiting for you to come and see which of the remaining merchants were suitable for receiving invitations, and which were suitable targets for attack."

"it is good."

Kaguya Naoki became serious, flipping through the scroll, carefully scanning it, and filing it.

It was late at night when the table was empty. Terumi Mei gently placed a cup of hot water on the table, her delicate hands massaging her shoulders.

"Naoki, when exactly will this plan begin?"

"Shall we begin?"

Naoki Kaguya tapped the table slowly.

"Now that everything is ready, let's send out the invitations tomorrow."

"Let's gather them here as soon as possible and announce the plan to them on the spot."

"Well, that will take some time."

Mei Terumi frowned.

"Many of the powerful merchants in the Land of Water travel abroad, so you should allow at least twenty days."

"Did it really take that long?"

Naoki Kaguya shook his head helplessly, expressing his dissatisfaction with these guys who were still in the midst of war but couldn't wait to move abroad, thus delaying his plans.

But we still have to wait.

If we don't gather those truly influential and decisive individuals...

How can we implement this plan that will completely change the business environment of the Land of Water and bring a continuous stream of wealth to Kirigakure?
Thinking this way, Naoki Kaguya calmed down.

Since there's nothing to do in Kirigakure for the time being, let's take advantage of this free time and head to the Land of Grass to resolve the issues there.

Hmm, these chapters that reveal the characters' psychology shouldn't be considered filler, right? If you think they're filler, I'll add titles to them in the future so you can skip around.

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