Chapter 139: Chapter 139 Back To The Village, Brother-In-Law Gaara's Divine Assist
The Next Day
"…
Then let's go back to the village now!"
Under Sako's murderous gaze, Naruto spoke cheekily to Tsunade, Sakura, and Shizune.
However, everyone seemed absent-minded and didn't pay much attention to Sako's expression.
Last night, after Naruto got angry, he transplanted Tsukuyomi's left eye and Kamui's right eye into Little Sakura.
Afterward, Naruto rested at Little Sakura's place, and then went to Tsunade again.
As usual, he gave her a burst of fiery appeasement, leaving Tsunade a little dazed now!
Who let Naruto use the Micro Part Expansion Jutsu on a whim and catch Tsunade by surprise?
"J..."
Naruto, being stared at by Sako's murderous eyes, awkwardly said, "Renshen."
Then, he quickly turned around and ran off in a hurry.
As for dealing with Orochimaru, Naruto had let a Shadow Clone handle it for him.
When Naruto and the others returned to Konoha, the aftermath of the Konoha Collapse Plan had begun to make waves in the ninja world.
The Cloud Shinobi and Rock Shinobi sent ninja spies to gather intel on Konoha and Sand Shinobi.
Mist Shinobi, still nursing its wounds after Obito's attack, had not taken any action.
Sunagakure
"It has now been confirmed that Orochimaru killed the Fourth Kazekage and impersonated him to launch the plan to invade Konoha.
We are left with only two options now: either seek peace or continue the war, which would trigger the Fourth Ninja World War.
My opinion is to use Orochimaru's actions as an excuse to propose a non-indemnity negotiation to Konoha.
Presumably, Konoha, now suffering, will not refuse this request.
According to information from Baki and other Sand Shinobi, Uchiha has reappeared in Konoha.
There are also two pairs of Mangekyō Sharingan within the Uchiha clan.
Jiraiya and the Nine-Tails Jinchūriki are not simple opponents either.
Continuing the war will do Sand Shinobi no good.
At the same time, we must select a Fifth Kazekage as soon as possible to stabilize Sunagakure!"
After analyzing the pros and cons, Elder Chiyo looked at the group of Sand Shinobi elders and spoke solemnly.
"I agree with Elder Chiyo's proposal!
Fighting with Konoha would benefit Sand Shinobi in no way. It would only drag us down further.
So, who will be chosen as the Fifth Kazekage?
The strongest ninja of this generation is Baki Jōnin.
But his strength has not reached the level of a Kage."
A Sand Shinobi elder agreed with Chiyo's proposal, but his face showed bitterness as he spoke.
When everyone heard this, they looked bitter and speechless.
It seemed that the only options left for Kazekage were Chiyo and Ebi!
But both were too old to be suitable for the role anymore.
Elder Chiyo looked conflicted, considering whether to make an exception and let Baki try.
"Since there is no one else to choose, let's make Temari the Fifth Kazekage!"
Suddenly, a slightly immature voice sounded from outside the door. Then, the door was pushed open by the sand, and three figures walked in.
"Gaara, Temari, Kankuro??
This is not a place for you to participate. Get out..."
One of the elders, a Sand Shinobi, scolded the three siblings, who were only Chūnin.
Moreover, the leader of the group was Sand Shinobi's weapon, Kankuro!
After returning to Sunagakure, the Gaara siblings had all been promoted to Chūnin.
"Elder Chiyo, I have already been approved by Shuhe!
I am confident I can become the Wind Shadow Guard.
I will protect the Fifth Kazekage and the village as it grows,"
Gaara ignored the elder's words, looked at Chiyo with gentle eyes, and spoke solemnly.
As he spoke, Gaara's khaki Chakra coat flared up, and the One-Tail Crane Watching mode emerged once more!
Under everyone's amazed gaze, the overwhelming aura and Chakra's pressure began to bear down on them.
In an instant, all the Sand Shinobi elders were overwhelmed by this immense pressure, breaking out in cold sweat.
Temari and Kankuro stood there in a daze, particularly Temari.
She had been pulled here by this younger brother, who had completely changed his temperament, asking her to become the Fifth Kazekage.
Temari couldn't even fathom such a thing!
"Gaara, what kind of power is this?"
Elder Chiyo narrowed her eyes, staring at Gaara's state, and asked in surprise.
"This is the power of the perfect Jinchūriki, One-Tail Crane Mode.
This is the power beyond shadows!
Elder Chiyo, I have the confidence to use this power to help my sister protect Sand Shinobi."
Gaara looked at Chiyo sincerely and spoke each word firmly.
Because of Naruto, Gaara still had a lot of respect for Chiyo. She was the one who had once given up her life to help resurrect him.
"Is that so...
It seems Baki was right. You have indeed changed a lot!
Gaara, since you have the heart to protect Sand Shinobi, why don't you take the role of Fifth Kazekage? I think Temari should become Fifth Kazekage. If it were you, I would support you as Kazekage."
Elder Chiyo pondered for a moment, considering Sand Shinobi's current situation. She gritted her teeth and made a decision.
Finally, a combat power surpassing the Kage level had appeared—how could she give that up?
As for Gaara's identity? Well, he was not just the One-Tail Jinchūriki, but also the son of the Fourth Kazekage. Now, he was no longer a dangerous person who might go berserk.
"Elder Chiyo...
If it were before, I would probably have become Fifth Kazekage. But now, I have my reasons for not wanting to take the position.
I will support my sister Temari in becoming Sand Shinobi's Fifth Kazekage!"
Gaara thought of the future that Naruto had shown him and spoke firmly, his eyes filled with resolve.
He didn't want to attract the Akatsuki's attention to Sand Shinobi in the future. He preferred to fight alone, freely!
Since Naruto had said he was his brother-in-law, then making Temari the Fifth Kazekage and having Naruto help take care of Sunagakure felt like the right choice.
Having seen Gaara in Kurama Mode, Naruto's terrifying power was undeniable.
Poor Gaara didn't know yet that the Akatsuki organization had been completely transformed by Naruto!
And that brother-in-law of his had also tricked him.
"Even so...
Temari is just a Chūnin. It may be difficult to convince the public to make her Kazekage.
Gaara, I'll give you one year. If Temari can defeat Baki within that time, then I will support her as Fifth Kazekage.
If not, you'll be the Fifth Kazekage in a year.
This year, the group of elders will be in charge of the village's affairs."
Elder Chiyo thought for a moment, then spoke seriously to the three of them.
With Gaara's superpower, Sunagakure was impenetrable. For now, there was no need to worry about the instability of Sand Shinobi.
"Alright! Then we'll discuss things with Baki-sensei about going to Konoha."
Gaara wanted to refuse but then thought of Naruto and agreed.
If anyone could understand the future development of Temari and quickly enhance her strength, it would be Naruto.
"Go ahead. You go back first. We will discuss some village matters," Elder Chiyo agreed, nodding to the three of them.
Gaara could go to show off the power of Sand Shinobi and make sure Konoha didn't underestimate them.
After Gaara, Temari, and Kankuro left, the elders started questioning.
"Elder Chiyo, isn't this too childish?"
"Yeah! Even if Temari beats Baki, she's just a Jōnin..."
"But Gaara is Sand Shinobi's weapon. How could he become Kazekage?"
After the three of them left, the Sand Shinobi elders were in a hurry to voice their concerns.
Just a moment ago, Gaara's presence was so overwhelming that none of them had dared to speak.
"Hmph...
You guys still don't understand the current situation?
If you don't agree, do you think that with Gaara's temper, he wouldn't release One-Tail Shukaku here?
We, Sand Shinobi, don't have the strength to handle Shukaku now.
What's more, that state of Gaara's just now... was very unusual!
I proposed a year not only to delay, but also to observe Gaara's progress in secret.
It's impossible for Temari to defeat Elite Jōnin Baki within a year.
Gaara is the true choice for Fifth Kazekage!"
Looking at the group of questioning elders, Chiyo sighed in frustration.
At the same time, she felt more disgusted with the pointless power struggles in the village.
Fortunately, it was only a year. She hoped that time would pass quickly.
"Is this really the candidate for Kazekage?"
After leaving the conference room, Temari looked at Gaara and Kankuro blankly, murmuring in disbelief.
"Of course, that guy will make you defeat Baki as soon as possible.
Maybe, in less than a year, you'll become the first female Kazekage of Sand Shinobi!"
Gaara, watching Temari's stunned expression, gave her rare words of encouragement.
"The first female Kazekage!!"
Temari repeated this title unconsciously, her eyes shining with infinite longing.
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