pjbooks Chapter 155 Zhi Shui's Struggle
Chapter 155 Zhi Shui's Struggle
Sand Village, located on the border between the Land of Wind and the Land of Fire.
After Rasa was defeated and fled, Sunagakure was completely controlled by Shisui, and all the high-ranking members were implanted with Kotoamatsukami, becoming absolutely loyal to Konoha.
As for the Kage of Sunagakure, Shisui chose Gaara, the second Kage with impeccable lineage.
With her around, many of Rasa's wavering remnants chose to back down, mainly because... following Konoha really guarantees a good life!
As ninjas evolved from mercenaries into a national armed force, Shisui made several decisions that were incomprehensible to everyone at the time.
Originally, one only needed to graduate from the Ninja Academy to become a Genin, but nowadays one must undergo various rigorous exams and background checks to become a true Genin.
Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu were initially protesting, believing that doing so would cut off the survival of most genin.
Raising the standards for genin to an extreme will only lead to a shortage of manpower in Konoha.
But Shisui retorted with, "I am the Hokage!"
Two old guys who have dedicated most of their lives to Konoha can only silently wait for Shisui to mess things up and then clean up the mess.
As it turned out, Konoha was actually better than before!
Although Zhishui is simple-minded, he has been with Ningxia for so long that he remembers some things. At the very least, he has Xiyan's notebook, which records Ningxia's daily words and actions.
Whenever Zhi Shui felt lost, he would open his notebook to find inspiration, and this streamlining of administration and personnel was something Ningxia had mentioned before.
In the past, ninjas were mercenaries, so it wasn't a big deal that their quality varied, since most of them were just filler characters.
But now ninjas are a regular armed force, so they must be disciplined and have standards.
Although Shisui admitted that there was an element of gambling involved, she gambled correctly. After a series of reforms, the quality of Konoha's ninjas improved dramatically, and they no longer had to run around for missions every day, but could instead focus on training.
While missions certainly require ninjas to carry them out, low-level missions can all be assigned to trainee ninjas who haven't yet become genin, allowing them to earn a living.
Intermediate-level missions are assigned to the ninja army as military exercises to increase the army's experience.
Advanced missions are assigned to sufficiently powerful Jonin to avoid unnecessary complications.
As for the military's expenses, they will naturally be supported by taxes. I'm president now, so it's normal and reasonable for me to support an army, right?
Following Ningxia's instructions, Zhishui successfully governed the Fire Kingdom and the Wind Kingdom in an orderly manner.
Ordinary people live in peace and prosperity, ninjas have stable incomes, both countries are strong, and everyone has a bright future.
Even Zhishui couldn't help but sigh, "If Ningxia were still here, she would definitely love herself now."
pity……
Shisui, his eyes glowing red, looked at the replica of the Hokage Rock and the statue of Uchiha Madara inside the presidential palace.
After all, she now wants to follow Madara Uchiha's path, unify the five great nations with armed forces, create a peaceful world to fight against the Otsutsuki, and find Ningxia.
Therefore, Madara Uchiha, who was originally rejected by the Will of Fire of Konoha, was vindicated by Shisui and became the current spokesperson for the Will of Fire.
"Madara, your punches weren't fast enough or ruthless enough back then, but don't worry, with me here, the Uchiha and Konoha will never lose to other villages again."
"I will definitely do what you can't do and make Konoha the number one ninja in the world."
Shisui clenched her fists. It's all Orochimaru's fault! If it weren't for that guy making a batch of anti-Kotoamatsukami contact lenses for the Mikami Alliance, she would have used Kotoamatsukami to control the three Kage and unify Konoha long ago.
She's currently writing a book to promote her story and boost morale, but she hasn't decided on a title yet... What should she call it? It's so hard to think of one...
Just as Shisui was contemplating the future, a young girl arrived in Sunagakure.
"You've arrived."
Gaara had his back to Naruko. Long ago, Naruko had left the Flying Thunder God Technique on everyone.
However, Naruko's original intention was to save them in times of danger, but now it has become a convenient means for her to come and go without a trace.
"It's been a long time, Gaara."
Naruko greeted him softly. She hadn't seen Gaara in a long time; since her defection, she had almost completely severed ties with Konoha.
She only met Zuo Yue once, when Zuo Yue took the initiative to bring people to find her.
"Did you come here to guard the cranes?"
As Gaara spoke, a chibi version of Shukaku appeared beside him. Even though Ningxia had left, she still kept her promise to Ningxia and did not possess Gaara.
"Yes, I need Shukaku's power."
"Is that so...?"
Gaara stood up, forming a standoff with Naruko. Naruko was also ready to capture Gaara. She was sorry, but she had no choice.
"I'm willing to give it to you."
Gaara's words broke the tense atmosphere. Naruko was a little confused as to why Gaara would suddenly agree, since having his tailed beast extracted would result in death. And what about Shukaku's opinion?
"I have no problem with you looking at me like that."
Shukaku said, hands on his hips, then turned his face away somewhat awkwardly.
"Naruko, I can give you Shukaku, but you have to promise me one thing."
Gaara's expression was serious, and Naruko nodded gently. As long as it was within the scope of her abilities, she would definitely help Gaara complete it.
"Help me... find Ningxia, you must find him!"
Looking at the serious Gaara, Naruko made a very earnest promise that she would definitely do it!
"Extracting the tailed beast will be a bit painful, but don't worry, I'll finish it as quickly as possible."
Shukaku was swiftly extracted from Gaara's body and absorbed into Naruto's golden Rinnegan with nine tomoe.
When Gaara lost his tailed beast, he was on the verge of death. Seeing this, Naruto formed hand seals and used Rinne Tensei to pull Gaara back to life.
"I would never kill my friend."
Seeing Gaara's surprise, Naruko finally smiled; she knew Gaara would understand her.
"Is that so... Then I want to leave with you."
Gaara suddenly realized what was going on and immediately offered to follow Naruko, because she didn't find being the Kazekage enjoyable at all, and would rather use this opportunity to fake her death and escape.
The Sand Village is now completely under the control of Konoha, so even if the Kazekage changes, it will not affect the internal stability.
She has fulfilled Shizusui's request and now only wants to help Naruko fulfill her long-cherished wish of finding Ningxia.
"Alright, let's go." As Naruko spoke, she tapped Gaara's lower abdomen, and a chibi version of Shukaku reappeared. She was never a heartless person.
However, Ningxia was superior to the others. After seeing the two women willingly go to their deaths, Naruto used the Samsara of Heaven technique to revive Gaara and left some chakra for Shukaku to maintain his body.
Although this will make the Ten-Tails incomplete, it's worth it, otherwise Ningxia will definitely be very disappointed in him when he comes back.
Donning the black robe prepared by Naruto, Gaara left Sunagakure silently, as if she had never existed.
It wasn't until the next day that Sunagakure discovered their Kazekage was gone, but by then the two women had already left the Land of Wind to search for the Three-Tails.