Ninja Ice House

The news that Jiraiya was seriously injured and unconscious spread throughout the Leaf Village. Tsunade and a group of advisors and elders wanted to keep it a secret, but this was something they could do without making it public?

Since Tsunade succeeded to the throne as the Fifth Hokage, Konohagakure has experienced smooth sailing and basically no major risks.

The greater risk for Uchiha Sasuke's defection is the loss of reputation in the future. In fact, there is no substantial harm to the majority of villagers.

Jiraiya was severely injured and it was different.

Apart from Tsunade, the descendant of the Senju, most of the strength of the Leaf Village is supported by Toad Sage Jiraiya.

Heroes with outstanding merits bring too much sense of security to people in this era.

If Jiraiya was gone, the sky in Konoha Village would have collapsed by almost half.

If something happens to Tsunade again, Konoha Village will really be unable to find a young and prestigious Hokage successor.

Kakashi Hatake is actually pretty good, but I always feel that he is a bit different from Namikaze Minato and the Sannin.

Last year they were still joking about Suna Ninja not being able to choose the Kazekage, but now the situation in Konohagakure has become serious.

In the past few days, Tsunade, who hadn't even drank much but was getting angry with anxiety, couldn't help but feel extremely anxious when she looked at the documents on the table full of things to be processed.

When Mito Menyan and Koharu came to the meeting together, they were eager to get drunk and relieve their worries.

"Jiraiya, is there really nothing we can do?"

Mito Monobu asked very seriously,

"Even Madara Uchiha couldn't do anything to him, so why did he suffer such a big loss in the Land of Rain?"

"Insufficient information, he must have suffered a big loss. In short, he insisted on going there, isn't it just for the information that we didn't know before?"

"It's just that the price is too high."

Now, when the situation in the ninja world is in turmoil, the temporarily reorganized Class 7 and Class 10 are fighting against the people of the "Akatsuki" organization, and finally curbed the advancing momentum of Kakuzu and Hidan. The two possess immortality. If a person is beheaded, he is probably dead.

Except for Sarutobi Asuma, who was seriously injured, most of the others were fine. With the support of precious medicines, they finally made it through without any danger.

As a result, before long, something went wrong on Jiraiya's side.

After turning to bed, Xiaochun complained uneasily:

"Starting from this year, the problems in the ninja world have become more obvious. Our village is also experiencing constant bad luck. We always feel like a storm is coming."

There are many disharmonious things because the contradictions are so sharp that they cannot be reconciled. If we put them in the past, it proves that the Ninja World War is not far away.

But now, the strength of the major ninja villages has not been fully restored. It stands to reason that in a few years, the risk will explode and a big fight will occur.

So, what is the reason for the current turbulent situation in the ninja world?

"Our problem is that we shouldn't think about dealing with the Akatsuki organization on our own. This is no longer a matter for our Leaf Village, but a problem for the entire ninja world. The Five Shadows Conference was postponed because of Raikage's opinions. , it is estimated that there will be no time to hold it until the end of the year.”

"Then...is it too late?"

Tsunade's words made the two elders look at each other.

"Why the delay?"

"Without going into details, it seems to be an internal matter that needs to be dealt with."

"He is usually arrogant and domineering, but he is useless at critical moments."

Xiaochun snorted coldly when he went to bed,

"Damyo and Furugi, do you have any opinions?"

"Concerned, but nothing superfluous to say."

It's still the same old story. As long as it doesn't actually affect their own interests, secular nobles will not directly intervene in the disputes in the ninja world.

During the Third Ninja World War, when Konoha Village was at its most dangerous, facing a three-party siege, the Kosugi family only provided material and logistical support, with no intention of ending the war directly.

Danzo Shimura once wanted to recruit Fusugi Bosui and send him to the battlefield to indirectly drag the Fusugi family into trouble, but Sarutobi Hiruzen did not agree.

Regardless of whether it is Major Governor Gusugi or the family behind him, it is easy to let them join the game, but since they participate, they have the right to distribute after the war. Konoha Village naturally does not have the power to order the Gusugi family. It is impossible to win the battle. The biggest benefit is Someone else took it.

As long as there is no ninja war, killing all the "Five Kages" and killing a group of masters is no big deal. In a few years, the next generation will grow up and regain its momentum.

Time can hide all unimportant things.

"Gusugi...are you indifferent to Jiraiya's injury? He is not an ordinary ninja..."

Mito Monoyan asked in confusion,

"The weakening of Konoha Village is not a good thing for them, right?"

Tsunade spread her hands helplessly.

"Gusugi's position has never changed from that of individual Konoha ninjas. They only care about the relationship and interests between the world and the ninja village. One or two ninjas, even the Hokage, don't really care. Unless …”

"Unless what?"

"Have a personal relationship."

To put it bluntly, Major Governor Kosugi and Jiraiya had no friendship at all. They had never even spoken to each other a few times, and they had never had a heart-to-heart talk.

A Konoha ninja whom I didn't know very well was seriously injured but not dead. What was there to be concerned about?

Rather than caring about Jiraiya's situation, Kosugi Fusui himself is probably more concerned about the Hyuga family. After all, their next generation has decided to marry.

None of the cadres of the Kosugi family stationed in Konoha Village went to visit. After all, the news that Jiraiya was seriously injured was still kept secret and was not directly announced to the outside world.

In this case, the Gushan family was happy to remain unaware.

Speaking of these things, the two elders were at their wits' end.

"Then...can any of the Furusugi family's secret medicines be able to cure Jiraiya's injuries?"

"Different."

Tsunade also answered the questions of the two elders in great detail,

"Jiraiya's physical injuries are not too serious. The key is that his mind and soul were severely damaged. At present, there is no similar special medicine in the ninja world."

This is like a person's three souls and seven souls being scattered in all directions after being scattered. All methods used are in vain, and Jiraiya can only rely on Jiraiya's recovery ability to slowly recover.

It is even unknown whether he will wake up in his lifetime.

Humanity's understanding of the spirit and soul is still too shallow after all.

As strong as Tsunade, there was actually nothing he could do to save Jiraiya's life despite such a serious injury. It was already amazing.

"Then...does the Uzumaki clan's secret blood technique and physical healing have any effect?"

"It's not a systematic thing."

Tsunade helplessly shook her head,

"I have also studied that secret technique. It is indeed very powerful, but it is of no use for injuries to the spirit and soul. If it was really effective, I would have prepared enough gifts to ask for it."

"Isn't there anything to say about Miaomu Mountain?"

There was no answer, which was embarrassing.

Now there is no Miaomu Mountain, only a group of wandering toads whose home has been trampled to the ground.

Whether it can be rebuilt in the future is unknown.

The three of them discussed for a long time, but still had no idea. Finally, Mito Monoyan suggested:

"No matter what, you have to have an attitude when you go to Major Governor Gushan and ask. Maybe they can find a way."

"Okay. But...who to send?"

"It's best to be an acquaintance who knows the inside story and has a relationship with Major Governor Gu Shan."

Is there such a person in Konoha Village?

"Hyuuga clan leader, Metkai, or..."

Several names were called, but Tsunade felt that they were unreliable.

"No need to be too formal, let Yuhi Kurenai, Mitarashi Anko, or Inuzuka Hana go."

"This……"

As both a female ninja, Tsunade looked thoughtfully at Koharu who made the suggestion.

"Isn't it too serious?"

"This is not something that needs to be discussed in a big way. Let's face it, we are embarrassed. It is better to find out in private."

"Alright."

Tsunade thought about it for a while and felt that this matter really shouldn't be brought to the table.

"The mission of Class 13 has been completed. Yuhi Hong is resting at home..."

It was just a mission to suppress the rebellion of a small northern country. To send so many elite soldiers there was to worry about the interference of the Iwa Ninja and Kumo Ninja, and ordinary ninjas could not handle it.

The reason why Class 13, which has been effectively disbanded, has a joint mission is to deepen the bond and prevent them from becoming estranged after not being in contact with each other for a long time.

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Two days later, Yuhi Hong called Mitarashi Anko, who originally didn't want to move, and asked Furugi Fusui out to have a few drinks after a long absence.

While he was concerned about the training progress of Uchiha Sasuke, who had successfully escaped from the Land of Rain, Major Governor Gusugi, who was a little idle, readily accepted the banquet.

When he arrived at a newly opened izakaya, Fusugi Bosui had already sensed that some of the diners inside seemed to be ANBU in disguise and were here to monitor them.

Gushan Bushui didn't pay attention and went straight to the reserved box and met the two female ninjas who had been waiting for a long time.

"haven't seen you for a long time."

"Hey, I haven't seen you for a while. Your temperament has changed a lot."

Mitarashi Anko glanced at Furugi Bushui a few times and asked strangely,

"I don't think anyone else has changed much. Why do you seem to be a different person?"

"Have it?"

In the past, Gu Shanbu Shui had normal black medium hair. He would wear a tiara on formal occasions, and usually wore a lazy shawl over his ears. Occasionally, he was too lazy to take care of it, and even had a short-haired hedgehog haircut. It's different now. Her dark chestnut-black hair color has turned into pure black and shiny, even with a blue-silver metallic texture. Her long hair reaches past her shoulders and can be easily tied up and thrown behind her.

The biggest change is that my skin tone has become lighter.

Logically speaking, a man in his thirties who is still a practicing ninja should be more mature and sophisticated.

But Gu Shan Bu Shui was different. He became more ethereal and inhuman.

"The aura of the great nobles is getting stronger and stronger, making people afraid to look directly at them."

"You are exaggerating."

The Otsutsuki clan are aliens from outside the world, and they are indeed quite different from the natives of the ninja world.

But in essence, Gushan Bushui is still a local, but the increase in strength makes his appearance a little different from before.

This is the case in the ninja world where chakra manifests. Changes in the spirit and soul will sooner or later show up on the outside, and Zangdu cannot hide it.

"I still like drinking. Unfortunately, Kai, Genma, and Aoba are not good drinkers."

"Can you still talk to them?"

"It's not bad, Kai is a very pure person. Although Genma and Aoba sometimes like to be clever, they are still relatively simple in nature, and there is not much pressure in their dealings."

"In other words, Kakashi and Asuma have too many thoughts on their minds and you don't want to interact with them?"

"No! They are in a lot of trouble."

Gushan Bushui sat down, filled his own cup, took a sip and said,

"It's like drinking alcohol. Some are refreshing at the time, but cause headaches and discomfort afterwards. Some are warm and mellow, but have no stamina and are not harmful to the body."

"You are not someone who is afraid of trouble."

"Useless trouble should be avoided if possible."

Gushan Bu Shui smiled lightly,

"Tell me, what does the Godaime want you to tell me?"

Yuhi Kurenai and Mitarashi Anko looked at each other, and then responded calmly:

"As expected, I can't hide it from you. You know what happened to Master Jiraiya, right? Is there any good way to do it?"

"Jiraiya's side... it's not a simple heavy injury, but a damage to the foundation. It's like a giant tree that was cut in half. Although there is still hope of growing new branches,... whether it can succeed or not, it's not It’s actually hard to say what it looked like originally.”

"Is it that much trouble?"

Before the two came, they had already met Jiraiya. Yuhi Kurenai also used genjutsu to explore Jiraiya's mental state. Although it seemed to be riddled with holes, his physical condition was excellent and there was no problem.

Logically speaking, there should be great hope for recovery.

"The soul is not that simple. Now, Jiraiya's situation is a paradox. If he can move freely and show vitality, he can gradually recover, but now he can't move and his body has no cells. Although it is active, it cannot be gathered into complete vitality, and even refining chakra is problematic."

This is the question of which came first, the chicken or the egg. The two keys are based on each other. If one of them can be solved, a positive cycle can be formed and recovery can be achieved slowly.

The question is, who has the ability to break the deadlock without affecting Jiraiya's own condition?

"I... I thought about it before we came here. Since you already knew what we wanted to ask and you are still willing to come to the appointment, you must not just come for a drink, but you really have a way to solve the problem, right?"

Gushan Bushui glanced at Yuhi Hong, who was speaking solemnly, and was a little surprised. Unexpectedly, she was still a person with some ideas and judgments, and she still knew a lot about Gushan Bushui's style.

"As you may think, I have a way. However, it is impossible for such a serious injury to be recovered so easily without paying a price. It is not even easy to gain a chance."

"In other words, isn't it definitely possible?"

"There is still great hope."

Gushan Bu Shui spoke reservedly, without finishing his words.

With Jiraiya's current situation, it was as difficult as a willow tree being cut off at the root and growing into a complete tree again by inserting the living willow branches into the soil.

If you don't know how to create good conditions, it will be difficult for old trees to sprout new ones.

If Kosugi Bosui had not intervened, Jiraiya would probably have been a vegetative for the rest of his life, and in the end he would have exhausted his vitality in ignorance and died on his bed.