The cold morning wind was biting, like a cold, sharp blade gently scraping across people's faces.
It brought wisps of coldness, seeping in through the gaps in people's clothing, making them feel a bone-chilling cold and causing them to shiver involuntarily. However, despite the raging cold wind, the streets of Wave Country were filled with a vibrant scene.
A large number of workers had already eagerly embarked on the road to the construction site. They strode with firm steps, their faces filled with anticipation and love for their future lives.
Despite experiencing a long-awaited holiday, it did not diminish their enthusiasm for labor in the slightest.
Warm houses, ample food, and the happy smiles of their families made them understand that all of this was earned through their hard work during this period. To make life better, they couldn't wait to start new work.
Every worker harbored aspirations for the future, using their own hands to build their own happiness bit by bit.
In this atmosphere, a large bird with a massive body flapped its huge wings, stirring up gusts of wind and snow, soaring into the sky and heading north.
On the back of the bird stood three figures. After discussing it with the director, Kazahana Koyuki and Asama Santarō requested a not-short vacation, but also guaranteed that they would complete the filming of Wind and Cloud Princess.
"I must say, you really are a great Leader."
On the bird's back, Kazahana Koyuki looked at the ground gradually receding beneath her feet, and the increasingly tiny, ant-like residents of Wave Country, and couldn't help but express her admiration to Naruto.
Someone had already proven Naruto's identity to them, and she had personally heard about the past of this country from Tazuna's mouth. In the midst of chaos and poverty, although it had not reached the point of cannibalism, it was probably close. How could a young Leader who could change all of this in just half a year not be great?
The bird flew very fast, but with Naruto's Chakra shield blocking the wind, not even the corners of their clothes fluttered.
Naruto just chuckled lightly: "The one who really changed all of this is not me, but themselves."
"What do you mean?" Kazahana Koyuki was a little puzzled.
"I just gave them a glimmer of hope when they were in despair. It was they who seized the opportunity. If they didn't want to seize this opportunity, nothing could be changed, just like Princess Koyuki."
Naruto thought of the ending of Wave Country in the original story. Even though they were frantically squeezed, exploited, and oppressed by Gato, they still resolutely chose to build the bridge, wanting to change the situation at that time.
This also shows that Wave Country really had the idea of self-help. Only those who want to save themselves are qualified to be saved. Wave Country had this awareness, and he happened to give Wave Country a straw.
The future is to be created by one's own hands.
Hearing this, Kazahana Koyuki's expression became even more complicated.
After a long time, she sighed faintly.
"Perhaps, under your guidance, the Land of Snow will have a better future."
Kazahana Koyuki understood her own abilities and situation, so she never harbored extravagant hopes for anything.
"Princess..."
Asama Santarō, who was kneeling behind, had a somewhat miserable expression. He wanted to let the Princess return to the Land of Snow, but he didn't want the Princess to return to the Land of Snow in this way.
Originally, he was thinking of waiting until Kazahana Koyuki grew up before revealing his identity to her, and then returning to the Land of Snow together, and working hard with other subjects who supported Kazahana Koyuki to regain the position of Feudal Lord.
But now...
Kazahana Koyuki actually agreed to the Wave Country Leader's conditions, which was no different from betraying the country.
Naruto did not show a happy emotion because of Kazahana Koyuki's flattering words, but instead looked at Kazahana Koyuki with interest and asked.
"You don't seem to be interested in the position of Feudal Lord?"
Kazahana Koyuki was stunned for a moment, then silently lowered her head.
"From the day I left the Land of Snow, I never thought about going back, only my father's revenge..."
"I often dream of the scene of my father's death. I had no way and no courage to take revenge on Kazahana Dotō before, but now, the opportunity for revenge is right in front of me..."
So it's because of hatred that she chose to accept? However, this is exactly what Naruto wants.
"But... Lord Naruto, can you really defeat Kazahana Dotō by yourself? Kazahana Dotō controls all the Ninja of the entire Land of Snow, as well as various Chakra Armor. It may be difficult to rely on one person alone."
Kazahana Koyuki's face showed a hint of worry. She originally thought that the other party would bring a group of elite Ninja squads from Wave Country, but she didn't realize until this morning that the only one who set off with them was Naruto.
"Don't worry, as the Leader of Wave Country, it is naturally impossible for me to put myself in danger."
Naruto didn't explain anything. His identity is the best explanation. If he wasn't confident, would he run to someone else's country alone? That would be purely courting death.
Kazahana Koyuki understood and the worry in her heart was reduced a lot.
"Since that's the case, then I'll wait and see."
"You won't regret today's choice."
Naruto chuckled lightly, then looked at Asama Santarō, who was kneeling behind him with a decadent expression, and said.
"I will only arrange a general direction for the Land of Snow. As long as the Land of Snow provides Wave Country with a certain amount of resources every month, I will not interfere too much with the development of the Land of Snow."
The current Naruto just wants a piece of land under the sun that can stably generate gold coins for Wave Country.
After all, the current talents within Wave Country are not even enough to cover one Wave Country, and many people hold multiple positions.
Let this group of ministers who support Kazahana Koyuki help manage the Land of Snow first. After they have cultivated their own people in the future, they can slowly take over, and it can also be used as a trial point.
If he can't manage a Land of Snow well, how will he manage the huge foundation that covers the entire Shinobi World in the future?
Asama Santarō immediately raised his head when he heard this, the decadence on his face dissipated a lot, and he asked excitedly.
"Does Lord mean that as long as we provide resources to Wave Country, Princess will still manage the Land of Snow in the future, is that right?"
If that's the case, then it's not considered selling the country, just treat it as a commission for paying benefits.
However, Naruto's eyes narrowed, staring at Asama Santarō.
This old thing seems a little dishonest.
Naruto clearly felt that the malice on the other party's body seemed to have increased a lot.
"L, Lord, what's wrong?"
Asama Santarō's scalp was a little numb from Naruto's gaze, and his heart couldn't help but tremble.
This Feudal Lord of Wave Country... shouldn't have mind-reading abilities, right...
He was just thinking that since Naruto doesn't care about the affairs in the Land of Snow, then after Naruto leaves in the future, he might not have to listen to the other party.
With the national strength of the Land of Snow, it shouldn't be difficult to block a Wave Country.
The corners of Naruto's mouth raised slightly, he shook his head at Asama Santarō, and stopped talking.
As for those who are clever, let him recognize reality.
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