Chapter 143
Ladies and gentlemen, we have arrived.
Chapter 143 Ladies and gentlemen, we have arrived.
In the Hidden Mist Hospital, lying in a private luxury ward, Bai Lian weakly looked at her subordinates around her.
First, there was his old friend, Master Yuan, whose eyes were filled with tears as he tightly grasped Bai Lian's hand.
Perhaps because she had no regrets in life, Bai Lian's spirit dissipated even earlier, and her physical condition deteriorated faster than Jie Luo had predicted. She had reached the end of her life, and the time she could hold on for another month or so was no more.
"It's a real pity that I couldn't witness the great battle between the God of Shinobi, Hashirama Senju, and Madara Uchiha. I'm a little disappointed." The old man, Byakuren, laughed heartily. "However, it's alright. Such a rare occasion..." Byakuren looked at the seven people, including Yura, and said, "You can go and see for me."
"Old man..." Huan Yue choked up a little, his eyes reddening as a man.
Cai Zang stood to one side, head bowed, looking dejected.
They had followed Bai Lian for far too long; in their hearts, Bai Lian held a position no different from their father.
Shishikagura leaned against the wall, looking at her uncle, Byakuren, with a complicated expression. The image of the old man Byakuren chatting idly with a smug grin flashed through her mind, and sadness flickered in her eyes.
"Master Yuan..." Bai Lian looked at Master Yuan.
"I am..." Yuan Shi said. When Bai Lian's body collapsed, he was in charge of all the affairs of the village. This experienced and capable internal affairs ninja could be said to have supported most of Kirigakure.
"I'll be entrusting the village to you for a while..." Byakuren said with a smile, "According to the established rules, the Mizukage must be the strongest of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. You'll preside over and witness this moment for me. This is the foundation of the village's standing in the ninja world, and it must not be allowed to be undermined!"
"Yes!" Master Yuan nodded emphatically and said, "Don't worry!"
Bai Lian turned to look at Jie Luo. He knew in his heart who the final outcome would be. In the end, Huan Yue still couldn't catch up and achieve Immortal Mode, although Jie Luo also failed to do so.
"Just say what you want to say, old man," Jie Luo said with a light smile. "Don't get too sentimental with me. If possible, I'll try my best to complete it."
"I'm relieved to hear that." After thinking for a moment, Bai Lian said, "Go easy on me..."
"Old man!!!" Huan Yue raised her voice and shouted, "What do you mean!?"
What do you mean? I'm afraid you'll get killed by Jieluo.
Bai Lian looked at Huan Yue for a long time, then sighed and said, "Good luck, Huan Yue."
"9
Huan Yue has personality flaws; compared to a qualified Shadow, he is more suited to be a top-notch henchman. This is also an important consideration for Bai Lian.
Conversely, over the years, Byakuren has clearly realized that the Mist Village he founded will be elevated to an unprecedented level by Kisara, making him the most suitable successor.
Bai Lian was really curious. Seeing how confident Jie Luo was, she wondered what method Jie Luo would use to make money and fill the hole in Wu Yin.
Huan Yue felt a deep sense of powerlessness. If it was just for the sake of saving face, was there any point in continuing?
In recent years, with the support of the Ninjutsu and Ninja Tool Development Department, the large-scale promotion and modification of prosthetics, and the publication of simplified hand seals and improved Water Release techniques, Yura has accumulated a terrifying reputation among the Hidden Mist Village and is already recognized as the Second Mizukage.
Especially when news broke of tailed beasts going berserk in the neighboring villages of Iwagakure and Kumogakure, causing chaos and numerous deaths throughout the village, Yura's reputation was further solidified.
Everyone in the village knows that every now and then, Captain Yura of the Seventh Division would spar with the two free-roaming wild Tailed Beasts. Anyone could see the Tailed Beast Ball explosion effect rising from the other side of the mountain.
Unlike his combat unit, which not only failed to gain reputation, but also ruined it along with his own.
Just thinking about it fills me with sadness, and I wish I could slap my past self, especially that Yumaru. He's like a rock in a latrine, stinking and stubborn. Huan Yue hates him so much that he ruined half of her reputation! And yet, that kid somehow became the vice-captain, and everyone is convinced of his abilities!
If I continue to persist, all I'll get is a beating.
But, let's just beat them up then, this fight is inevitable!
"I know without you saying it, old man!" Huan Yue held back her tears, too lazy to shed them for the old man, and said through gritted teeth, "You're about to die, there's no need to deliberately make me angry!"
"You brat!" Bai Lian chuckled and waved her hand, saying, "Go on! This mission is the Seven Ninja Swordsmen's first group mission! You'll lead the team, Oni-hime!"
"Yes!" Jieluo accepted the order.
On that day, the Seven Ninja of the Mist set out. This time, no other Mist Ninja were brought along, but the entire Mist Village was in an uproar, discussing the details of the mission.
"Do you think that if the fight goes to the very end, and Hashirama Senju is critically injured and on the verge of death, will Lady Oni-hime just launch a ruthless attack to kill him?"
"Highly likely! Given Lady Oni's style, it's extremely possible!"
"If that's the case, wouldn't the ninja world change drastically immediately?"
"Not necessarily. The people of Konoha aren't stupid. Tobirama Senju will most likely protect them in time."
"Now we're in for a good show. Let's wait and see how it goes; war might start any minute now."
The speed at which news travels in the ninja world is extremely fast. With the help of spatial teleportation techniques and various summoning beast groups, information travels much faster than a ninja's footsteps, even if the person is Uchiha Madara.
Along the way, the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist set off at top speed, maintaining an ultra-high-speed march throughout, crossing the sea and heading straight into the Land of Fire. In less than half a day, they were about to land on the coast of the Land of Fire. Along the way, they passed through the Land of Waves, a bustling port with ships coming and going in an endless stream, already showing signs of its former scale.
On the sea, Hongshi Cao's massive figure moved nimbly and swiftly like a fish. She was faster underwater than running. On her broad back stood the six members of Jieluo, and behind them, a wave surged.
Looking at the scenery at sea and the flocks of seabirds circling overhead, Yura turned to Mito and said, "Aren't you going home to visit?"
"You only bring this up now that we've already passed by?" Mito said with a smile. "It's only been a little over a year, and it seems to have developed very well."
"How is your grandfather?" Jie Luo asked.
After a moment of silence, Mito smiled and said, "It will be soon."
"Then let's go home for the return trip," Jieluo said.
"Alright," Mito nodded with a smile. "Everyone, what do you think is the meaning of life?"
Over the years, Mito has built a good reputation among the seven.
Mentioning this made everyone more alert during the tedious journey.
"Eat, sleep, have babies!" Red Persimmon Cao surfaced from underwater and was the first to reply, "And there's still fighting!"
"The earlier ones didn't work, but the later ones are fine." Huan Yue put her hands in her pockets and said, "Damn, you're pretty magnanimous."
"Two brutes," Cai Cang mocked. "Don't spout your ridiculous ideas, Huan Yue. The meaning of life is to achieve something. Lord Bai Lian has no regrets in his life."
Shishikagura said in a deep voice, "Heaven's punishment! Punishment on behalf of Heaven! My sword will only kill the wicked!"
Upon hearing this, Yukihime rolled her eyes and said, "Then just chop us all up, especially the one in front of you, go ahead and chop him up."
Shishi Kagura fell silent. I need to have that kind of strength too.
Yukihime said, "I think Cao is right about the first part, but not about the second. If possible, I'd like to secretly get married."
Everyone's eyes twitched slightly.
Any woman who sees your face, especially if it's not very pretty, wouldn't have the courage to agree to face you every day.
Looking at her group of friends with their diverse personalities, Mito chuckled softly.
Before them, the coastline of the Land of Fire came into view. Yura stood up and said, "Everyone, we've arrived."
Everyone's eyes turned solemn.