Chapter 465: The Measure of the Fourth Raikage

"The village's success today is not just my own achievement."

"Jonin Jiang, you are being too modest."

Mizunuki Ryosuke spoke with a feigned look of displeasure, yet those familiar with him could see a hint of gratification in his eyes.

"As expected."

At this, the "trio of trusted aides" at the table silently sighed in their hearts.

"The reason I asked you this is to tell everyone present one thing."

"For Kirigakure to reach where it is today, if we wish to go even further, relying solely on reform and development is no longer enough."

"The path to the summit is always carved out by one's own hands through bloodshed."

"No one will share the view from the peak with those beneath their feet."

"If you want to have the last laugh, you must rely on your own strength!"

"If a new king wishes to ascend the throne, he must pull the old king down!"

"This is the fundamental reason for everything. And the coming war is the necessary path for Kirigakure to reach the summit!"

After these words, the table fell into a deathly silence; everyone was conquered by Mizunuki Ryosuke's aura.

His eyes were filled with ferocity, and an indomitable momentum radiated from him; his powerful presence made everyone feel a tightening in their chests.

Following closely behind was a touch of fanaticism.

At this moment, they were absolutely certain that by following this man before them, the long-cherished wish of Kirigakure's rise could definitely be realized.

"Lord Mizukage, what do you need us to do?"

To Mizunuki Ryosuke's right, Tian Yuanshi, a veteran official who had served three generations of Kirigakure, asked him.

After all, Ryosuke had already communicated with his trusted aides about his intention to participate in the Ninja World War sooner or later, so Tian Yuanshi naturally had no objections.

"No rush for now."

"Do not be in a hurry to easily agree to Kumogakure's demands."

Mizunuki Ryosuke shook his head gently, a mysterious and unfathomable emotion appearing on his face.

"I understand."

Seeing this, a look of deep conviction flashed in Tian Yuanshi's eyes.

To agree to Kumogakure's request too easily would only make Kirigakure's aid seem too cheap.

Whetting Kumogakure's appetite was not a bad thing.

"Department Head Hozuki, Department Head Kaki."

"There may be major movements soon, so prepare yourselves."

Subsequently, Mizunuki Ryosuke gave instructions to the two main military officers of Kirigakure, the heads of the Mist Anbu and the White Shark Force.

"Yes, Lord Ryosuke."

The two looked at each other and nodded at Mizunuki Ryosuke respectively; a fighting spirit simultaneously emerged from both of them.

Both men, currently in their prime, had long wanted to show their skills in the Ninja World War.

Ryosuke's order naturally played right into their hands.

"Come, let me see what the future Fourth Raikage's measure really is."

A sharp glint flashed in Mizunuki Ryosuke's eyes as he revealed a half-smiling expression.

After noon, the Kumogakure trio found Kuroshima Morita again to express their request to meet the Fourth Mizukage.

But to their surprise, Kuroshima Morita showed a troubled expression as he said to the three.

"It is truly unfortunate, but today is Friday, and Lord Mizukage generally does not work on Friday afternoons."

"So, if you wish to meet Lord Mizukage, the three of you will need to wait."

Kuroshima Morita said sheepishly, his demeanor like that of a kind uncle next door, with not the slightest hint of intentional obstruction.

Clearly, Kuroshima Morita had received instructions from Mizunuki Ryosuke and was deliberately putting them off.

"Understood."

Upon hearing this, Bee could only clench his fists and then slowly nod.

He knew it wouldn't be that easy to see the Fourth Mizukage.

"Let's go!" ===== CHAPTER 467 =====