Konoha: Start from untying the caged bird

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"Is that so..." Hinata Yuzuru said softly, letting out a meaningful sigh, and closed his eyes: "I'll rest for a while."

"Yes, it will take another full day to reach the Land of Iron. Lord Yuzuru can relax and rest."

After Itachi finished speaking, he paused for a moment before saying, "Once our domestic airport is completed this year, things will be much more convenient in the future."

"Hmm." Hinata Yuzuru responded with his eyes closed, and said, "If you're bored, turn on the radio."

"I need to wear headphones to stay connected... Does Yuzuru-sama need them too?"

"No, thank you for your hard work, Itachi."

"Yes, please get some rest."

Soon, only the two people's calm breathing could be heard inside the carriage.

As the vehicle travels along the highway, almost every hundred miles, one can see ninjas wearing Konoha insignia standing on both sides of the road. Along this route, ninjas, who are now spread throughout the entire Konoha Kingdom, will check and maintain the surrounding conditions of the road in advance to ensure that the vehicle travels smoothly and safely.

The vehicle traveled from day to night and back again, changing drivers only once along the way, from Itachi to Shisui, and then back to Itachi in the morning. It wasn't until the night of the second day that Hyuga Yuzuru officially arrived in the Land of Iron. After passing through immigration, he was guided by a special person to the capital of the Land of Iron and checked into a hotel.

The new hotel's facilities are up to the average standard in the ninja world, but that's just average. Hyuga Yuzuru, being an ANBU ninja, naturally didn't mind. However, after settling in, he didn't have time to sleep. Instead, he worked overtime and held video conferences with the think tank in Konoha to reconfirm the situation.

As soon as it was light, they went to the hotel lobby for breakfast. The five knights and their trusted right and left hands arrived at the restaurant around the same time.

"Long time no see, Fifth Hokage, you're still as dashing as ever!" Rasa smiled broadly, looking even more rosy-cheeked than he had a few years ago. He held Hyuga Yuzuru's hands tightly, looking almost like a 'lackey'.

Hyuga Yuzuru smiled gently: "The Fourth Kazekage also looks radiant."

"Thanks to you, haha." Luo Sha said a few polite words and left first. Before the Five Kage Summit, the two sides had already talked several times by phone and had a general idea of ​​what to be said at the Five Kage Summit, so there was no need to communicate again now.

Mei Terumi wore a dark blue dress, and the sexy fishnet stockings were replaced with simple black stockings. A blue gemstone necklace adorned her fair collarbone, and she wore a ruby ​​hairpin in her hair, which was neatly styled in an updo. She really looked like a noblewoman or a queen.

But when she saw Hyuga Yuzuru, her smile was as bright as ever: "Fifth Hokage, you promised to come to my Land of Mist and see it for yourself, but I've been waiting for so long."

"Once the airport is completed, I will personally take Konoha's No. 1 flight there—how long will it take for your progress?" Hyuga Yuzuru also smiled.

"Great! I've been curious about the airplane that Konoha has been promoting for so long. If such a thing really exists, it will be much more convenient for the people of the Land of Water to travel in the future."

Mei Terumi smiled and walked with him to the food selection area. The hotel breakfast was a buffet, but the preparation process, including before the meal, was inspected and monitored by medical ninjas. It was both simple and complicated.

In the restaurant today, half of the staff are tense hotel service personnel, and the other half are their respective security personnel. The five Kage chatted and joked with each other, grabbed some simple breakfast, and then sat down. The seats they sat in were all quite close to each other.

They were practically sitting across a table, making it easy to start a conversation.

"It will take at least another year for the airport in the Fog Kingdom to be completed—mainly because you set very high standards, and the training of personnel for the supporting facilities will also take some time. The radar and control tower you mentioned are all new things."

"It's a promise! Our Land of Mist's planes will be the first batch supplied." Mei Terumi smiled and winked, glancing around with a charming smile: "Didn't you bring your little secretary and the Anbu this time?"

Hyuga Yuzuru smiled and said, "I always need to leave some close people to handle my work in Konoha. What about you? Haven't you found the right people yet?"

Mei Terumi, her sore spot touched, sighed, "Since becoming the Mizukage, I haven't had any time to find a suitable man... In a few more years, I might really become an old woman. Fifth Hokage, what am I going to do?"

"Don't ask me, I'm worried about it myself..." Hinata Yuzuru sighed, while Terumi Mei teased, "Are you worried about having too many brides to arrange when you get married?"

“Uh, two brides, so... it’s not that difficult…” After Hinata Yuzuru finished speaking, everyone looked at each other and smiled. No one thought that his approach was completely unacceptable.

Ultimately, it's because this semi-feudal society is always too lenient towards powerful men—although his philandering might seem a bit incomprehensible to the ninja community, which is generally monogamous, it's not entirely unacceptable. It's consensual, so what's wrong with it?

"Don't forget to invite me to your wedding. Even if I can't make it, I'll definitely give the Fifth Hokage a generous dowry." Mei Terumi smiled, but then looked around, suppressed her smile, and whispered, "I hope the Fifth Hokage will also give me his support during the meeting later."

"I'll agree to anything that won't harm the environment," Hinata Yuzuru reassured her. Although he didn't say he would definitely help her, he would never refuse as long as what she proposed at the meeting wouldn't affect the ecosystem of the ninja world.

Mei Terumi blinked: "Uh, it's about territorial waters and customs duties."

“I will support you.” Hinata Yuzuru suddenly realized, but then added, “I will stand by your side on matters related to territorial waters.”

Mei Terumi was overjoyed. The country with which she now had a maritime dispute was none other than the Land of Lightning.

The Land of Lightning is located by the sea in the north, while the Land of Water is an island nation. The two countries often have friction over maritime trade, marine hunting, and the exploration and ownership of marine resources. The Land of Mist is not in a position to speak to the Land of Lightning as assertively as the Leaf Village. Only with the support of the Leaf Village can the Land of Lightning have the right to discuss these matters with the Land of Lightning, even if it means fighting for every inch of land.

After exchanging a few more quiet words, Mei Terumi left the time for Yuzuru Hyuga and the Land of Rock.

Onoki looked as dashing as ever, no different from when we last met. This little old man looked like he could hold on for at least another twenty years, truly deserving of being one of the strongest Kage in the history of Iwagakure.

"Fifth Hokage, how have you been?" He greeted him with a smile, and Hyuga Yuzuru returned the smile: "Everything is going well. And the Third Tsuchikage? How is your health?"

"Haha, I'm definitely not as good as you young people, I can barely move." Although the old man said this, his voice was still full of energy. He said gently, "I hope this meeting can bring complete stability to the ninja world."

“I share the same wish.” Hyuga Yuzuru smiled, but glanced at the Raikage beside him without making a sound, and said sarcastically, “I just hope that everyone can accept the changes of the new era, follow the trend, and consider the future of the entire ninja world.”

"Fifth Hokage, I'm exhausted by all the new gadgets you've developed... things like cell phones and cars. Learning to use these things is much more troublesome than learning new ninjutsu."

Onoki pretended not to understand and chuckled as he spoke, quickly ending the conversation.

Breakfast was quickly finished, and everyone left. However, they gathered in small groups in private. Rasa and Mei Terumi took the initiative to find Yuzuru Hyuga to chat, while Onoki and Ai also got together.

After a brief conversation in the morning, everyone had a general idea of ​​what each other wanted to say. The afternoon meeting started on time and, under the coordination of the Daimyo of the Land of Iron, the Five Kage Summit was held in the Daimyo's usual meeting room.

The first day of talks was relatively low-key, with no media or similar entities involved. It was solely for the five Kage to discuss matters. For security reasons, each clan was allowed only two ninjas to accompany them into the meeting. Hyuga Yuzuru was accompanied by the Uchiha brothers, while the Raikage was accompanied by two Jinchuriki, and the Iwakage was also accompanied by two Jinchuriki.

As the ninja world undergoes a major upheaval, Roshi, the Jinchuriki of Iwagakure who had once wandered the ninja world, returns to Iwagakure, reconciles with Onoki, and rejoins the work. Han, the Five-Tails Jinchuriki, known as the Steam Ninja, is also alive and well, having not been killed by the Akatsuki organization and stripped of his Tailed Beast.

In comparison, the Sand Village and Mist Village have far fewer cards.

Beside Rasa were two relatively unknown Jonin, and the same was true for Mei Terumi. Although they were not weak in terms of aura, they were still much inferior to the people from Iwagakure, Raigakure, and Konoha.

There was nothing that could be done about it. Sunagakure was already weak, and only a few new talents could emerge. Gaara, the most talented one, was even taken to Konoha.

Needless to say, Kirigakure was in a similar situation. Even though the situation had been improving recently and the village had begun to recover, the Blood Mist period brought by Yagura Karatachi still caused Kirigakure to lose too much.

The reason why great ninja villages can become great ninja villages is because they can always produce genius ninjas generation after generation. Given time, there will surely be more powerful ninjas who will bring them their own glorious era.

"Let's begin the Five Shadows meeting."

The five people sat down at the round table, each in a corner, and Hyuga Yuzuru simply started the meeting.

"Fifth Kage, I'd like to hear your thoughts first... What do you have to say about this Five Kage Summit?"

Lei Ying Ai raised his teacup, took a small sip, and raised an eyebrow. He could tell that it was tea imported from Konoha.

Hyuga Yuzuru looked around and saw that everyone was looking at him, so he did not refuse. He calmly placed his straw hat on the table and slowly said, "I don't have much to say this time. Apart from some minor matters related to Konoha that need to be coordinated with you all, there are only three major issues."

First, I hope to consult with you all to establish a United Nations Council, with the five of us leading the effort as the five permanent members, to form a council that is jointly participated in and deliberated by the leaders of all nations in the ninja world.

Every year, they can hold regular meetings to negotiate, mediate, and resolve disputes and problems in the ninja world, with the aim of maintaining overall peace and justice in the ninja world, and vote on the current mainstream international regulations.

The five major powers possess veto power.

Secondly, I hope to establish international security regulations, with the five major powers agreeing to restrict the use of ninja power to prevent and regulate the use of force for oppression and aggression. These regulations would involve mutual oversight and cooperation, prioritizing the maintenance of international security and peace, and establishing rules to jointly sanction and punish countries that violate them.

The Raikage fell into deep thought, his expression slightly gloomy. Onoki listened and nodded, while Rasa and Mei Terumi responded enthusiastically.

"As expected of the Fifth Hokage, I also feel that the current ninja world is indeed unfair to small countries, and they even have no voice. Their connections with each other are too loose. If a United Nations could be formed, they could have more contact with each other."

Mei Terumi agreed.

Luo Sha then pressed on, "I don't know, what is the third important matter?"

Hyuga Yuzuru calmly said, "I hope to take this opportunity to thoroughly clarify the territorial issues of various countries, including airspace rights, territorial sea rights, and territorial boundaries."

Mei Terumi was overjoyed, as this was also something that urgently needed to be addressed by her.

The Land of Mist and the Land of Lightning seem to have nothing to do with each other, but they do have a lot of disputes over maritime rights. This is mainly because, in the past, people rarely realized the importance of marine resources. However, with the advancement of technology and the high development of the market, there are now many disputes over the exploration and ownership of land beyond the ocean.

Beyond the meaning of the ninja world, there are still many unknown islands and continents in the vast ocean, waiting for people to discover and explore.

Similarly, the Land of Fire also possesses some maritime power, which is disputed with the Land of Hot Water and the Land of Tea. Moreover, the Land of Fire's port location and maritime geography are equally important in today's business environment, boasting the largest port among landlocked countries.

“These things are probably hard to say even if we say them,” Ai said calmly, taking the initiative to speak up: “For example, the Thunder Kingdom has a dispute with the Moon Kingdom over some of its naval rights. If the other side does not participate in the meeting, even if we negotiate, they may not agree.”

"That's why I mentioned the first two items first."

I hope that starting today, a United Nations conference will be established, and through this conference, disputes between our large and small nations can be resolved, and through peaceful coordination, each country can determine its rightful maritime and air rights based on history.

After Hyuga Yuzuru finished speaking, Ai coldly replied, "I can accept the terms of the United Nations, but I refuse to sign the international security terms."

I can agree that the five great nations should maintain peace among themselves, but those smaller nations... the very existence of the Ninja Kingdom is that, when necessary, ninjas can be used to expand territory.

Hyuga Yuzuru calmly replied, "What if I were to say no?"

Ai stared intently at him, her voice icy: "What?"

"I hope for peace in the ninja world. If peace cannot be maintained... then let's have a thorough war and see who wins."

Hyuga Yuzuru calmly said, "If you have the ability, you can expand the territory of the Land of Lightning through economic and political means. No matter what method you use, I can't be bothered to interfere."

But if you're determined to use ninjas and force to expand your territory...

The Konoha peacekeeping force is willing to exchange a few blows with you.

"Once the Land of Lightning becomes a defeated nation, I think the terms will be much easier to negotiate."

“Ridiculous…” A felt humiliated and glared angrily at Hyuga Yuzuru: “Do you really think you’re the ruler of the ninja world now, and that your word is law?!”

"No, I don't consider myself the ruler of the ninja world."

Hyuga Yuzuru gazed at him calmly, smiling slightly: "I prefer to use another term... God of the Shinobi World, what do you think?"

Upon hearing this, the meeting room fell into a deathly silence.

Finally, all that remained was the abrupt, loud clatter of a stool being pushed aside.

Ai's tall figure stood there, his fighting spirit surging: "Since that's the case, then we have nothing more to discuss!"

Hyuga Yuzuru looked at Onoki, Rasa, and the others, and said calmly, "There is an opportunity, but only one."

If you agree to this, let's sign a joint agreement now and formally regulate the current chaotic and barbaric ninja world according to the rules I envision.

If you disagree.

He could do what the Raikage did.

I welcome your declaration of war against Konoha.

Or rather...

Today, Konoha declares war on all ninja nations that yearn for expansion through violence and do not recognize the rules set forth by Konoha.

Hyuga Yuzuru sat there, gazing at Ai.

“I wouldn’t mind reigniting the Fourth Shinobi World War, A.”

But you'd better think it through; if you lose, you'll lose even more than you're going to lose today.

Ai glanced at him coldly, then turned and left: "I'll be watching."

Onoki picked up his teacup, took a sip, and seemed to be deep in thought. But in the end, he shook his head and said calmly, "Fifth Boss, there's no need to rush things."

“I’m in a hurry.” Hyuga Yuzuru also stood up and gently pushed his chair back: “Mr. Ohnoki, the ninja world changes very quickly. I like how it changes, but I like it even more when it changes into the way I like.”

I won't tolerate it being the way it is just because I have a long life ahead of me. I want it to become the way I want it right now so I can leave work early and enjoy the wonderful life of retirement. This is probably a thought that someone like you, who has sat in the position of Tsuchikage your whole life, can hardly understand...

However, I hope you understand and make a decision soon.

The world is vast, but the ninja world is small.

I don't think that establishing rules in the ninja world requires a complicated process.

Since some people believe that ninjas should decide everything based on the power they believe in.

Let me see.

"The so-called power of ninjas that you speak of."

Hinata Yuzuru smiled with a hint of regret on his face: "The meeting will still proceed tomorrow. If the Raikage leaves, it will be four people talking; if the Iwakage leaves, it will be three people talking."

The rules we discuss today are the rules we will follow in the future.

"If you're not in a hurry to go home and declare war on Konoha, you can stay another day to discuss the rules before you leave. What do you think?"

Mei Terumi nodded with a complicated expression.

Onoki chuckled and said, "Please, Elder Xu, think it over carefully."

“Uh, Fifth Generation, the Land of Sand is now…” Rasa also looked embarrassed.

Hinata Yuzuru glanced around and finally nodded slightly.

"Alright, then it seems there's no need to talk any further."

"It's a pity that this Five Shadows meeting will have to end abruptly."

"Then let's all go our separate ways after we've participated in tomorrow's media day."

Hyuga Yuzuru also turned and left the meeting, leaving behind only Terumi Mei, Rasa, and Onoki, who hadn't even had a chance to sit down yet, along with the ninjas behind them who looked shocked.

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