The ninja world is always changing very fast. This is not a huge world, and the exchange of information is actually quite fast. With the existence of the profession of ninja, various means of communication are emerging in an endless stream. Mizuki can exchange information with Konoha Village over a long distance, and other villages can naturally do the same.

It is not surprising that the people from the Sand Village came to Mizuki first, but it is more difficult to talk to Chiyo. The difference in status is one aspect, but the key is the difference in age. There is a difference of two generations, and the generation gap in communication is a headache.

"Shuimu, will we be in trouble?" Yamashiro Aoba also felt that it was a bit difficult to deal with him. After all, it was Shuimu who killed the Red Sand Scorpion himself. Although it was on the battlefield, there was no chance to show mercy. However, no one could tell what an old lady who had just lost her grandson would think.

"It's okay. Nothing will happen."

Anyway, that's it. There's no point in talking too much about something that is irreparable.

Chiyo, who looked very old, was worried about the situation in the Sand Village as soon as she arrived. Although she had known that the village had suffered huge losses, she was still annoyed by the embarrassment of Maki and his group.

"I'm late..."

Chiyo said regretfully.

Leader Maki came forward and said respectfully: "We are extremely sorry. It is our incompetence that we failed to complete the mission and suffered heavy losses..."

"Incompetent? Maybe, Maki, are you resentful of me, a selfish old woman, for sending you to do this mission?"

"I dare not." Maki lowered his head, making it difficult for others to see his expression.

While the highly respected Chiyo was speaking, Ira remained expressionless. Temari and Kankuro remained silent. As for the other Sand Ninjas, they were trembling with fear and dared not speak.

"Okay, you've worked hard. I was just imagining things this time, but please also understand the feelings of an old man who hasn't seen his grandson for a long time..."

No Sand Ninja dared to respond to Chiyo's words.

"Let's talk about this when we get back, Maki. Now tell me, where is Scorpion?"

Chiyo, who has always longed to meet Scorpion of the Red Sand, came here just to see the appearance of Scorpion, who made her feel guilty.

Maki did not answer, but handed over a ring that was not scarred but still intact.

"What is this?" Chiyo took the ring and looked at it carefully. "I asked where Scorpion is. What do you want to give me this for?"

Maki shook his head regretfully and said, "This is all that's left..."

After hearing what Maki said, Chiyo was stunned at first, then she reacted.

"That's all that's left? How dare you say that."

The excited Chiyo tightly grasped the identity symbol of the "Jade Girl" code name in the "Akatsuki" organization, and her fist covered with age spots trembled constantly.

"I'm sorry, there's nothing we can do."

"Is it all over with just one sentence of powerlessness?" Chiyo, who was very angry, threw the "Jade Girl" ring heavily on the ground, "What use do I have for this damn thing?"

After several Ninja World Wars, Tsunade became a top-notch puppeteer who was feared in the Ninja World for his attainments in medical skills, puppetry and poisons. If Tsunade's medical ninjutsu had not shined in the Ninja Wars, making Chiyo pale in comparison, Chiyo's reputation would definitely be much greater than it is now.

Even though Chiyo is very old now, due to his years of accumulated power and anger, no one dares to dissuade him.

Looking at Chiyo who was so angry that she could hardly control herself, Yamashiro Aoba asked in a low voice: "Should we leave first?"

"No, we have a clear conscience, and I'm not the only one. Otherwise, they have the guts to kill Shukaku as well."

"How could you possibly do such a thing?"

"So, we don't need to worry. This kind of thing is common. It's not uncommon for ninjas to die on the battlefield. It's just that the person who died is a little special."

In fact, there is one thing that Shuimu didn't say. Except for some minor figures who were irrelevant to the overall situation, all the people who died in this conflict were Sand Ninja or former Sand Ninja. The important figures of other villages were basically safe and sound.

It was almost noon and the weather was already very hot. As the name suggests, a ninja is someone who can endure. However, if one can be more comfortable, there is no need to endure the unbearable heat. No one wanted to hurry on their way at this time. Especially Chiyo and the Sand Village, who were angry and excited, did not want to get into trouble at this time.

Staring closely at Maki who seemed to be admitting his mistake, Chiyo finally suppressed her excitement and said disappointedly: "Maki, I originally thought you could do better. The Fourth Kazekage is dead, and an elite like you should be able to take on the responsibility, but you disappoint me..."

After a pause and calming down his thoughts, Chiyo continued, "Let's not talk about these for now. Tell me the details. I want to see what caused my grandson to be killed. I can't even see him. Even you can't stop him..."

"I see."

Maki handed the report he had prepared long ago to Chiyo, and then waited quietly for Chiyo to read it carefully.

…

When the weather is hot, people will sweat profusely, but sometimes, it will also make people sweat coldly, just like Shuimu now, who is being stared at by an arrogant and angry old lady. This kind of pressure is really uncomfortable.

"My dear senior, is there anything I can help you with? We are happy to strengthen cooperation with our ally, the Sand Village..."

"Your name is Mizuki, right? I've heard your name a few times recently. Did you kill Scorpion?"

Chiyo, who seemed to have controlled her excitement, asked Mizuki.

"Yes, but Scorpion was killed when fighting the Jinchuriki." Mizuki tried to force a smile and replied, "It is our unshirkable responsibility to fight alongside our allies and defeat powerful enemies."

"Hehehe..." Chiyo seemed to have heard something funny and started laughing angrily.

"Haha..." Shuimu also laughed, "It's a good thing to defeat such a strong enemy."

After restraining her inappropriate demeanor, Chiyo continued, "You are very eloquent, better than any other Konoha ninja I have ever seen, but I don't know if you have the strength of Hatake Sakumo."

"I am just an ordinary Konoha ninja. How can I be compared with the Konoha White Fang who dominates the ninja world?"

Chiyo mentioned Hatake Sakumo, which made Mizuki extremely embarrassed. Chiyo's son and daughter-in-law were killed by Konoha White Fang, and now her beloved grandson died at the hands of Konoha ninjas, even more tragically, with no trace of his body left. Chiyo, who missed him for a long time, didn't even see him for the last time.

"Konoha is really a place where geniuses gather. There are so many masters like Mizuki Jonin. It's really enviable."

"Thank you for the compliment. The Sand Village is also full of heroes. I admire them very much."

Mizuki didn't believe Chiyo's words at all. This was what Chiyo really said. This old woman had been struggling in the chaotic ninja world for decades, and the result of surviving hundreds of battles was that her relatives died one by one. This old lady, who was full of hatred for other ninja villages in her heart, was not the Chiyo who could restrain her temper and let go of her hatred three years later.

"However, Mizuki Jonin seems to be a little injured now. Do you want me to help take a look?"

"No need. In fact, I have made some achievements in medical ninjutsu. It's just a small matter, so it's nothing to worry about."

Chiyo's medical ninjutsu is beyond doubt. The person who can develop the forbidden technique, the amazing ninjutsu of the self-reincarnation, has completely surpassed the category of ordinary medical ninjutsu. She doesn't have the Samsara Eye, the Samsara Eye, the Impure World Reincarnation, or even the Immortal Technique. She can just transform chakra into vitality, revive the dead, and give puppets life. This ninjutsu that even Mizuki is dumbfounded about, if Chiyo is willing to teach Mizuki, it would be fine for her to beat him up to vent her anger, but this daydream can only be a casual fantasy.

"Oh? Mizuki Jonin is so unsure of his allies?"

"Why, you are joking."

He was indeed very worried. Mizuki's physical condition wasn't very good to begin with, and it would be troublesome if a medical ninja and puppeteer like Chiyo, who knew the human body well, did something to him.

Looking at Chiyo who was still speaking calmly and even had a smile on her face, Mizuki became more and more alert and confident. He secretly made a gesture to Yamashiro Aoba who was not far behind him, then endured the pain in his body, silently circulated chakra, and was ready to counterattack at any time.

At this critical moment, a voice came from behind.

"Hey, someone got here first?"

On a tree trunk not far behind him, there were three Konoha ninjas standing. The leader was the energetic Anko Mitarashi, followed by Genma Shiranui and Leidung Bizu, who were holding toothpicks in their mouths with a relaxed look on their faces.

"Finally, we arrived in time..."

Shuimu, feeling relieved, also understood that a meaningless fight could no longer be started.

Although it was just an old lady venting her anger and sorrow over the death of her grandson, there would not be much danger, but Mizuki, who was unwell, plus Yamashiro Aoba, and two Genin who needed to be taken care of, there was really no need to eat a beating in vain. At this time yesterday, Mizuki might have been in the mood to "exchange" ninjutsu with Chiyo. But now, forget it.

Thinking of this, Shuimu dispersed the gathered chakra. In just a moment, he couldn't bear so many acupoints and meridians, and felt a bit of unbearable pain. It seems that he will need some time to recover.

"Since Konoha's comrades have arrived and Mizuki Jonin doesn't want to help, I won't interfere. I hope I can have the opportunity to visit the Sand Village."

"Thank you for the invitation. I will definitely go when I have time."

Shuimu answered politely, but he was thinking in his heart that he really didn't dare to put himself in danger in the short term.

Looking at Chiyo's desolate back as she turned and left, her relatively steady steps, and her aged body, Mizuki felt a sense of emotion.

That's right, Mizuki deliberately burned Scorpion to ashes. In addition to eliminating the influence of the Impure World Reincarnation, Chiyo's forbidden technique - the Self-Reincarnation Technique is also one of the key points. Chiyo's forbidden technique is too powerful. Reviving a Scorpion in good condition is something Mizuki cannot accept. Maybe Chiyo came here excitedly just to revive Scorpion, but how could Mizuki let such a thing happen?

…

With three special jonins who are quite powerful and all of them are combat-oriented, Mizuki is relieved. With Mizuki out of form and Yamashiro Aoba no longer alone, this matter is almost over. Soon after, the elite jonins from Iwagakure arrived with a support team. There was no need to continue the escort mission. With the strength of each village, there was no need to unite with other villages. Of course, some minor incidents occurred during the period. The fake Deidara was discovered shortly after the support from Iwagakure arrived. Then, this dispensable White Zetsu clone was killed after it was found that he could not get any information.

The Iwagakure Village, which had accidentally lost its people, did not have the face to cause trouble for the Konoha people again, so they took the responsibility of taking Deidara back. It could not be blamed on Konoha that their people were incompetent and allowed Deidara to escape.

A small change did not have much impact. Since the matter was done, the teams of the three ninja villages were completely disbanded.

On the way back, Mizuki seemed to be perfunctorily chatting with a lot on his mind. Mitarashi Anko and Yamashiro Aoba had a lot to say, especially Mitarashi Anko, who seemed to be quite interested in the mission process of Mizuki's team, and Yamashiro Aoba also seemed to have some experience in storytelling, and he talked endlessly. The two Genin were silent and followed silently.

"Shuimu, is your mission completed this time?"

Shiranui Genma and Mizuki were quite familiar with each other, and they had dealt with each other quite a lot during the Chunin Exams, so they could be considered as companions with some common language. However, the two of them were similar, but Mizuki was not so familiar with them.

"It should be fine." He had done what he should do. As for letting Deidara escape, it was none of his business, and he didn't say he had to kill him anyway. It made sense to change it to Scorpion.

"That's great, I'll have another capable helper."

Bingzu Leitong at the side also said: "We have been very busy recently. Having another jonin is really a timely help. We can relax a little bit now."

"I am now an injured soldier and need a vacation to recuperate."

"Recuperation?" Mitarashi Anko turned to Mizuki and said, "With Lady Tsunade here, you won't have a chance to pretend to be injured and be lazy. Just give up."

"That makes sense, Mizuki..." Shiranui Genma patted Mizuki's shoulder, "The Fifth Generation is much more resolute than the Third Generation, and there is a shortage of manpower everywhere. If you want to get the salary of a jonin, you'd better work honestly."

"Is the village so short of manpower?"

"How should I put it? Elite jonin with strong combat power like Kakashi and Gai have gone to various places to suppress those guys who are ready to make trouble. For people like us, the tasks of patrolling and mobile support are very heavy. We don't have enough manpower and we can't always take care of everything. Although there is no risk of war breaking out for the time being, it is true that we are a little overwhelmed recently. Even with the large number of Anbu sent out, we still can't take care of everything."

"Is it because of the recent losses?" Mizuki sighed. In the Chunin Exam, Konoha suffered a huge loss far beyond the original story, and the impact was slowly expanding. Konoha's constant attacks were just to cover up its weak nature and buy time to recover. Therefore, the appearance of a jonin made everyone feel sincerely happy. In the past, although the promotion of jonin was also a big deal, it would never be as urgent as it is now.

"Oh, there's something I forgot to give you." Mitarashi Anko seemed to remember something, and took out a letter from the ninja tool bag behind her and handed it to Mizuki, "Lady Tsunade has ordered that you destroy it immediately after reading it..."