Chapter 1030: , well-deserved

As the leader of the Rain Ninjas, Hanzo of the Salamander, showed a posture of submission, Mizunuki Ryosuke also completely solidified the title of "Mizukage."

Any ninja village in the Ninja World that had anything to do with the name "Water" had now been brought under Ryosuke's control.

What?

You say the Land of Hot Water?

As a weak small country known for tourism, the Land of Hot Water had no ability to form a violent organization like a ninja village.

Therefore, there was no existence of a ninja village within the Land of Hot Water.

So, after governing the leaders of the two small country ninja villages, the Rain Ninjas and Waterfall Ninjas, Mizunuki Ryosuke's name as "Mizukage" was completely well-deserved.

Seeing Hanzo of the Salamander bowing before him, although Ryosuke was very satisfied in his heart, even so, the posture of "respecting the virtuous and condescending to the scholars" that should be maintained on the surface still had to be maintained somewhat.

After all, as a dignified Mizukage, his "eating manner" could not look too ugly.

Moreover, with Hanzo of the Salamander's status and seniority in the Ninja World, the set of intimidation and threats was not applicable to the other party.

"What is this for, Leader Hanzo?"

"Although you will be my subordinate in name from now on, I still hope we can get along in a friendly relationship."

As he spoke, Ryosuke hurriedly bent down and reached out to support Hanzo of the Salamander's arms.

Under the half-pushing and half-pulling, Hanzo of the Salamander still straightened up.

He looked at Mizunuki Ryosuke before him with complex eyes; although his submission to Mizunuki Ryosuke was mostly because of the temptation of interests and the pressure of the situation.

But Hanzo of the Salamander knew in his heart that from beginning to end, he had never truly seen through Mizunuki Ryosuke.

Until this very moment, although he already knew quite a bit about Mizunuki Ryosuke's planning, he still felt that this might just be the tip of the iceberg.

Beneath the bottomless sea, Mizunuki Ryosuke absolutely had even more magnificent and profound plans.

Seeing that Mizunuki Ryosuke had already given him a way out, Hanzo of the Salamander was naturally not a fool who didn't know what was good for him.

Therefore, he simply followed the way out given by Ryosuke and went down with the trend.

"I dare not be compared with Lord Mizukage."

"In the future, if there are any instructions, please feel free to order."

Hanzo of the Salamander said in a muffled voice, his attitude no longer having the previous arrogance.

Seeing Hanzo of the Salamander being so sensible, Mizunuki Ryosuke also immediately revealed a knowing smile.

"Alright then."

"Leader Hanzo, let us 'discuss' the next plan."

Mizunuki Ryosuke said slowly, a sharp glint also directly bursting out in his eyes.

"Yes."

At this moment, Hanzo of the Salamander just nodded in response.

Hanzo knew very well in his heart that rather than saying "discuss," it would be more appropriate to say "instruct."

At present, all Hanzo of the Salamander could do was follow Mizunuki Ryosuke's arrangements.

After all, since he had already bet his winning move on Mizunuki Ryosuke, he could only follow Mizunuki Ryosuke "all the way to the dark."

Soon, following Mizunuki Ryosuke's narration, a trace of surprise appeared in the depths of Hanzo of the Salamander's eyes.

Land of Fire, Konoha.

A ninja with a weary expression and covered in dust stared at the outline of Konoha Ninja Village not far away, lost in thought for a long time.

He was none other than the meritorious official who had recently made great achievements for Konoha on the Land of Wind battlefield and had fought for the nickname "Konoha's White Fang"—Hatake Sakumo.

Under the secret order of the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, Danzo had taken over all matters of Hatake Sakumo on the front line.

And Sakumo himself was ordered by the Third Hokage to return to Konoha immediately.

Regarding the Third's order, Hatake Sakumo was puzzled, but he did not doubt it; after a simple handover, he abandoned all affairs on the Land of Wind battlefield and rushed back to Konoha without stopping.

Hatake Sakumo looked at the thriving village, a trace of gratification flashing in his eyes.

Wherever the leaves dance, the fire will burn.

After the continuous rendering of the three successive Hokages, this concept of Konoha had long been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

Hatake Sakumo, who grew up under this concept, was naturally a loyal supporter of this concept.

At this moment, Sakumo only had one thought in his heart.

"As long as I see the village intact, it doesn't matter how hard I work on the front line."

Thinking of this, Sakumo recalled his young son.

Thinking of his son, a trace of tenderness could not help but flash in Hatake Sakumo's eyes.

Even for this ninja who was as firm as steel, there was always a soft spot in his heart.

Out of the ninja concept, Hatake Sakumo hoped that his son could become an excellent ninja in the future, so he named him "Kakashi."

But even though Sakumo was incomparably missing Kakashi at this moment, with duty on his shoulders, the first thing he had to do after returning to the village was to go to the Hokage's office to report to the Third...

Thus, Hatake Sakumo no longer hesitated, directly entered the village, and ran towards the Hokage Building.

Inside Konoha Village.

Along the way, many ninjas who were familiar with Hatake Sakumo revealed a trace of surprise after seeing Hatake Sakumo.

In their cognition, as the commander of Konoha's war against Sunagakure, Hatake Sakumo should be in the Land of Wind at this moment.

Soon, this trace of surprise faded away, replaced by a trace of reverence. ===== CHAPTER 1032 =====