The Hidden Mist Blacksmith, forging the glory of the Ninja Sword Style!

Therefore, the Third Mizukage rejected Taketori Hikaru's request.

Taketori Hikaru's face darkened.

"Lord Mizukage, it's one thing that you won't give us the Kaguya clan the Forging Island, but you won't even give us a single ninja sword. Lord Mizukage, have you forgotten your promise to our Kaguya clan?"

"You got this position entirely thanks to the support of our Bamboo Clan."

The Third Mizukage's expression changed for the first time.

This is the Achilles' heel of the Third Mizukage.

Back then, the Third Mizukage did indeed obtain the position with the support of the Kaguya clan.

However, the Kaguya clan used this as leverage to constantly demand, request, and even threaten the Third Mizukage. What the Kaguya clan gained has long exceeded what they paid for.

This matter was like a rope that bound the Third Mizukage to him forever.

It was like a thorn, piercing the heart of the Third Mizukage.

"I cannot give you the Forging Island, nor can I give you the ninja sword I repaired. However, I will keep my promise and can compensate you in other ways."

“I can give you another island.”

"You can also choose one of the three ninja swords: the Sewing Needle, the Helmsword, and the Flying Dagger."

"It's no less than what I promised you before."

Taketori Hikaru said with dissatisfaction.

"The other islands are of no use to our Bamboo Clan."

“Those three ninja swords are not suitable for our Kaguya clan. We have no use for them. If you, Lord Mizukage, insist on choosing one of the Seven Ninja Swords of Kirigakure for our Kaguya clan…”

"Then, we will only accept one of the following: Hiramekarei, Raikiri, or Samehada."

Hikaru Taketori could sense the extraordinary nature of the Blue Rose Sword.

However, Hikaru Taketori never actually witnessed the Blue Rose Sword's attack.

Therefore, Taketori Hikaru's assessment is that the Blue Rose Sword is likely better than many of the Seven Ninja Swords of the Mist.

However, if the Kaguya clan could obtain one of the following: flounder, thunder sword, or same skin.

I can also accept Taketori Hikaru.

After all, the strength of the Blue Rose Sword is unknown.

Hiramekarei, Raikiri, Samehada, and Taketori Hikaru are all known to be very strong ninja swords.

Compared to the other four Hidden Mist Seven Ninja Swords, it is on a higher level.

Within Kirigakure Village, there is a saying that circulates.

The Seven Ninja Swords of the Hidden Mist are divided into three upper swords and four lower swords.

The upper three cuts are much stronger than the lower four cuts.

The Third Mizukage remained silent for a moment.

"it is good."

"I will give one of your bamboo pluckers."

“However, Taketori Hikaru, I have already given the Forging Island to Uehara Osamu. The ninja swords forged by Uehara Osamu belong to him. No one is allowed to enter the Forging Island without my order.”

Taketori Hikaru shrugged and turned to leave.

"Understood, Lord Mizukage."

"boom!"

The door closes.

After a long while, a deep voice came from the Third Mizukage's throat.

"The Taketori Clan"

"I am the Mizukage!"

Upon returning to the Taketori clan, Taketori Hikaru reported the news to the clan leader.

The old man remained silent for a while after hearing Taketori Hikaru's report.

"Hikaru, you've worked hard. You should go back and rest now."

"Yes, Mr. Patriarch."

Only after Taketori Hikaru left did the old man let out a deep sigh.

"Shortsighted and self-righteous."

"The Kaguya clan has completely changed. The clan members are becoming increasingly uncontrollable. If this continues, they will become like the Uchiha clan in Konoha."

"The Uchiha clan, despite being one of the founders of Konoha, is now in an extremely awkward situation within the village."

"The conflict with the Konoha leadership is growing."

"The relationship with Konoha is getting worse and worse."

"Not even half a friendly ninja clan."

"If this continues, I'm afraid the Uchiha clan's fate will not be good."

The Kaguya clan and the Hyuga clan have been friends for generations, so they are very well-informed about news within Konoha.

The current situation of the Kaguya clan reminded the old man of the Uchiha clan.

The people of the Kaguya clan are just as extreme as the people of the Uchiha clan.

No, it's more extreme, more aggressive, and out of control.

And he's not very bright.

In the old man's view, Taketori Hikaru's actions were very unwise.

The benefits gained were insufficient, and people were offended.

It's absolutely the worst choice.

However, the old man could not change Taketori Hikaru's mind.

Even if one person, Hikaru Taketori, is changed, there are still many more people like him in the Taketori clan.

"The Kaguya clan did provide tremendous support for the Third Mizukage's ascension to the position, but they have already demanded a great deal from him without showing any sign of restraint."

"If this continues, kindness will turn into hatred."

"The Kaguya clan will become like the Uchiha clan of Konoha, suffering hostility, hatred, and alienation from the entire village, and their situation may even be worse than that of the Uchiha clan of Konoha."

"After all, the Kaguya clan does not have the strength of the Uchiha."

"The Kaguya clan has not had a Shikotsumyaku bloodline limit awakened for a long time."

"However, the Uchiha clan has a considerable number of Sharingan."

A look of self-reproach appeared in the old man's eyes.

“As the clan leader, I can do nothing. I am not worthy of this position.”

Chapter 23 Perfect-Level Water Release Talent

After finishing his business, the Third Mizukage immediately went to Forging Island.

The news that Uehara Shu had forged a second sword of the same caliber as the Seven Ninja Swords of the Mist was a huge surprise to the Third Mizukage.

Previously, the Third Mizukage thought that as long as Uehara Osamu could forge three swords of the same caliber as the Seven Ninja Swords of Kirigakure, he would be satisfied, as it would bring about significant changes to Kirigakure.

The Seven Ninja of the Mist can become the Ten Ninja of the Mist.

The overall strength of Kirigakure will be greatly improved.

More importantly, it can boost the villagers' confidence.

The Third Mizukage hadn't expected that Uehara Osamu would have already forged a second ninja sword so quickly.

At this moment, both Hiwa Juzo and Arafune Ji were carefully observing the Blue Rose Sword.

Congratulations, host, on completing the forging.

The Blue Rose Sword has been successfully forged.

Completion level: Good.

Congratulations, host, you have gained 1000 swordsmanship experience points.

The system's voice rang in Uehara Shu's mind the moment the forging was completed.

Immediately following this, information about the Blue Rose Sword flooded into Uehara Osamu's mind.

The Blue Rose Sword.

Type: Longsword.

Quality: Good.

Ability: Armament Complete Control Technique - Bloom, Blue Rose! Can create ice blocks and ice roses to attack and bind enemies; the strength depends on the user.

Note: According to the third principle of blacksmithing, this ninja sword cannot harm the blacksmith.

Uehara Shu looked at the semi-transparent panel in front of him.

Name: Uehara Osamu.

Overall strength: Chunin.

Swordsmanship: Familiar with 1300.

Forging Technology: Excellent forging island bonus.

Quest items: None.

Blacksmith reputation: 265.

Evaluation: As a blacksmith, the basics are quite good. Because he has his own forging site, his forging skills are enhanced, and he has a chance to create ninja tools of superior quality or higher.

As a ninja, his strength is questionable, and in war, he can only be considered high-level cannon fodder.