"This should be a very important reason. However, the current Fifth Mizukage Mei Terumi seems to have the idea of ​​making a change. This is the basis for the cooperation between the Hidden Mist Village and Konoha. Otherwise, with an ally that makes people worry, and a ninja village that may change at any time, any covenant is just a piece of paper and may be torn up at any time."

Now that the Hidden Mist Village has taken the initiative to seek cooperation, it is also a rare opportunity for Konoha. Konoha, which has just suffered a heavy blow and is licking its wounds, also needs a stable external environment. The two can be said to hit it off. Therefore, Konoha also attaches great importance to this test.

"The Land of Water is still too complicated." Kakashi was also a little troubled by this mission. There were too many things besides fighting.

"There's nothing we can do about it. It's a special situation caused by the geographical environment."

The Water Kingdom was also in chaos in the past, and the fighting between ninjas was the main culprit.

In the Land of Water, besides the Kirigakure, there are many ninja families, big and small. And many of them have their own family territories. A family with a little strength will occupy one or two small islands suitable for living, and then close the door to be a local tyrant, pretending to obey the daimyo, and ignoring the orders of the Kirigakure. Private fights are rampant, and rebellions are also one after another. The Kirigakure is the only one whose control over a country is so weak.

"Will the Hidden Mist Village continue to be in such chaos? The village seems to be getting weaker and weaker. Is the future of the 'Land of Blood Mist' so hopeless?"

"No, Kakashi, Konoha Village may have to face a growing Mist Village in the future."

"Growing? Is that possible in this situation?"

"You also understand the principle of breaking down and then rebuilding, and rebirth from the ashes. Although the policies of the Fourth Mizukage Yagura have made the Land of Water infuriating, the internal cleansing over the years has been quite effective. The rebellious ninja families and organizations have basically been killed outright. Even the two powerful bloodline limit families, the Kaguya clan and the Mizunotsuki clan, have been wiped out. So, Kakashi, the real rebels who can really stand up to the public actually don't exist. Look at the few rebellious ninjas below who seem to have a strong aura..."

Everyone followed Mizuki's finger and looked down at the battlefield. Even with the help of the giant summoned beast, they were still no match for the Mist Ninjas.

"They are just a bunch of incompetent wretch. Their ambitions are great but their talents are inadequate. In the end, they will only be minor troubles that will not cause any harm. They will only become the sharpening stone for the Fifth Mizukage to control the Hidden Mist Village."

The new Mizukage was able to overthrow Yagura's rule in one fell swoop when faced with internal and external difficulties. The strength and means of the new Mizukage are not comparable to those guys who are only thinking about muscles. Mei Terumi is the miracle created by years of accumulation of the Hidden Mist Village. The opportunity to end the "Land of Blood Mist" lies with her. She, who carries the expectations of everyone, cannot be stopped by these small means. Those who are tired of endless killing are all her supporters. How can she be influenced by a few rebel ninjas?

"You think so highly of the Fifth Mizukage? It seems that when Lady Tsunade came back, she didn't even hear you speak so highly of her, right?"

Kakashi said with a smile.

"My qualification to become a jonin was decided by her words at that time, so why would I feel uncomfortable? When our Hokage stops drinking and gambling, I will go and flatter him. I can't say it now..."

"I'm going to write this down and put it in the report..." Kakashi took out a small notebook and pretended to record it.

The few Genin nearby turned their heads away and pretended not to hear.

…

The battle was quite intense, but there was still a gap in strength. The rebels were no match and were quickly defeated. The Jounin Ao from the Hidden Mist Village began to clean up the battlefield with his men.

Although Shuimu didn't think much of this short battle, the damage it caused was considerable.

After the battle, Kakashi went to discuss the situation with the captain and brought back some bad news.

"The cabin is damaged?" Shuimu had a bad feeling. "Can we still move forward?"

"That's not a problem. There are just some damaged areas where water has leaked in. But safety can still be guaranteed. It's just that the speed of sailing will be greatly reduced."

"Is that so?" Mizuki was relieved. In fact, even if the passenger ship was blown into pieces, the ninja could still walk on the water to reach the Water Kingdom. However, the chakra and physical strength consumed in this way would be too great. Who would be willing to spend the energy to walk when they can reach the destination comfortably?

The damage to the passenger ship was only caused during the first collision. By the time the enemy reacted, they couldn't even escape. It was bad luck for them. Moreover, the damage was not great. Large passenger ships are generally waterproof. As long as there is no large-scale damage that causes water ingress, they will not sink. At most, their performance will be affected a little.

The leisure time was interrupted and everyone had no mood to have fun. This attack also reminded everyone that there are too many unexpected situations when you are out, and it is still unreliable to relax your vigilance and rely on others.

Nearly another day passed, and at noon the next day, the ship finally arrived at the port of the Water Kingdom.

"We're finally here." Naruto Uzumaki, who had been stuck on the boat for several days, was already impatient. He jumped off the side of the boat and ran towards the shore, eager to relive the feeling of being on solid ground again.

"Is this the Land of Water?" It was not the first time that Shuimu had set foot on the land of a strange country since his time travel. The farthest place he had reached was the Land of Waves. Some scheduled ships with insufficient endurance had to stop at the Land of Waves for supplies, but this kind of large passenger ship generally did not need to do so. As long as they brought enough food and water, they could basically go directly there.

"Now you have to use your strengths and take a good look at this country."

"You don't need to remind me, Kakashi." Mizuki said with a smile, "I am also very interested in this country. I want to take a good look at what this country, which was once ruled by killing and fear, is like now."

"As long as you pay attention to it." Kakashi nodded. "Although the conclusion of the covenant is almost certain, how to formulate the covenant and whether it is implemented, the status of our allies are important reference bases."

The group of people from Konoha were walking in this small seaside town. Due to the convenience of sea transportation, this place seemed to be quite popular. The arrival of merchant ships every now and then always added a lot of gains to this small town. In Mizuki's sight, there were actually some Genin wearing ninja forehead protectors who were maintaining order.