Supporting the Kazekage

The affectionate interactions between teacher and student, Pakura and Maki, caught the attention of many ninjas in Sunagakure.

Sunagakure suddenly realized that it seemed Pakura still had feelings for Sunagakure.

Several Sunagakure ninjas stood up and said, "Pakura-sama, please help the Village of Sunagakure!"

"The Village of Sunagakure is in the most critical moment!"

"The Village of Sunagakure needs you!"

Pakura did not lift her head, but waited until Maki wiped her tears and slowly raised her head before making any movement.

"Let's go. When we return to the village, I will check if your strength has increased."

Her palm gently stroked the top of Maki's head.

Maki lifted her head and looked at her with a pair of big, tearful eyes.

"Sensei... you mean..."

Pakura smiled and said nothing, staring at the Sunagakure ninjas in front.

The Sunagakure ninjas in front expressed their opinions one by one: "Pakura-sama! Sunagakure needs you to become Kazekage!"

"We support Pakura-sama as Kazekage!"

"Pakura-sama, become Kazekage! Save the Village of Sunagakure!"

Then these voices quickly spread to the more than 5,000 remaining and defeated Sunagakure soldiers.

These Sunagakure ninjas found their backbone and hope for survival.

Therefore, the idea of supporting Pakura to become Kazekage quickly spread.

The former Kazekage, Rasa, had died, as did the two most prestigious puppet masters in the village.

Even Shukaku and the Jinchūriki Banpuki, who were considered weapons, were now dead.

Essentially, the only person in the Village of Sunagakure capable of becoming Kazekage was Pakura.

There was no more suitable candidate than her.

Rasa's wife, Karura, had good strength and a gentle personality, but she lacked military exploits and was currently pregnant, making her the posthumous mother of Rasa's child. Naturally, it was difficult for her to take the position of Kazekage.

Karura's younger brother, Yashamaru, had assisted Rasa in several military exploits over the years, but his strength was too weak and far inferior to his sister and brother-in-law.

This applied to the Kazekage lineage, but it was even worse for the puppet lineage. Chiyo's grandson, the famous puppet genius of Sunagakure, Sasori, killed the Third Kazekage and defected. The other puppet masters could not bear such heavy responsibilities.

On the other hand, Pakura was strong and had outstanding military exploits. She made significant contributions in battles against Iwagakure and Kirigakure. Therefore, supporting her was a reasonable choice for the Sunagakure ninjas.

If it were a normal situation, even if Pakura had prestige, she would not be so popular.

But now the remnants of Sunagakure were besieged by Konoha, and Sunagakure had to choose a new leader to negotiate with Konoha.

That's why the voices supporting Pakura were so loud.

The corner of Pakura's mouth lifted slightly, and as the voices of the Sunagakure ninjas gradually subsided, she then said loudly, "Since you all want me to be Kazekage, I will take on the responsibility of Kazekage!"

"Great!"

"Long live Pakura-sama!"

"Long live Kazekage-sama!"

Pakura accepted the cheers and adoration of the Sunagakure ninjas, her eyes full of confidence and excitement.

Watching all this, Shintaro could only sigh, "This arrogant and confident woman has returned."

Jiraiya stared lustfully at Pakura's back. After hearing Shintaro's words, he turned and asked, "Hey, Shintaro, do you know her?"

Shintaro nodded lightly and said, "We crossed paths."

Jiraiya immediately showed a gossiping expression and leaned to Shintaro's ear, "This Pakura is very beautiful, almost as beautiful as Tsunade. You don't like her, do you?"

Shintaro replied helplessly, "We just fought together during a mission."

He knew Jiraiya was not serious, but he didn't expect it to become so serious. He deserved to be the author of Icha Icha Paradise.

Minato noticed the conversation between Jiraiya and Shintaro and approached, saying, "Jiraiya-sensei, Shintaro has Yuhi Kurenai in the village, so don't think about others."

Jiraiya suddenly understood and nodded, "Yes, I forgot this guy is good at wooing women like you. He has already succeeded in wooing someone."

Minato chuckled.

As the three of them chatted and joked, Pakura had already received the support of the Sunagakure forces and was recommended by everyone as Kazekage.

Although this Kazekage position had not been discussed by high officials, had not passed the Jonin meeting, and had not been approved by the daimyo, Pakura had the support of the last remaining forces in the Village of Sunagakure.

With this most fundamental and effective support, her position as Kazekage was now secure.

It was almost impossible for anyone else to use other methods to push Pakura from the Kazekage throne and replace her.

The first thing she did after becoming Kazekage was to go alone to the three people in front of Konoha.

"I am Pakura, representing the Village of Sunagakure, and I am here to negotiate as Kazekage."

Her tone was neither humble nor arrogant, and she was not affected at all by Sunagakure's defeat.

Jiraiya's eyes stared at Pakura's upright breasts for a long time, not noticing what she said.

Minato next to him seemed helpless and negotiated with Pakura on behalf of his lecherous teacher.

"Namikaze Minato, please advise me."

"Konoha hopes to reconcile with your village."

Minato extended his hand and shook Pakura's hand, stating his purpose.

"There is no problem with reconciliation, but I want to know Konoha's conditions."

Pakura spoke calmly. After experiencing so much, she was no longer the brainless big-breasted woman.

Minato was stunned by her words.

He said, "Why don't I listen to what you have in mind."

Pakura glanced at Shintaro unintentionally, and they exchanged a glance before looking away.

Then Pakura stated her conditions.

"First, Sunagakure and Konoha announce a ceasefire."

"Second, Sunagakure and Konoha form a military alliance for twenty years."

"Third, Sunagakure and Konoha will not attack each other's borders and will respect each other's sovereignty."

She presented her three main conditions.

These conditions were fairly balanced and had both advantages and disadvantages for both sides.

After thinking for a moment, Minato added, "Regarding the second point, I object to forming a military alliance."

Pakura looked at him, waiting for Minato's next words.

"Will this alliance be dominated by Konoha?"

Minato's words made Pakura think.

After a while, Pakura slowly spoke, "If Konoha needs it, Konoha can lead."

After all, the current battle situation was in favor of Konoha, so she wouldn't force an entirely equal alliance with Konoha.

Minato nodded and looked at Shintaro and Jiraiya beside him.

"What do you think?"

Shintaro nodded calmly, not surprised at all by Pakura's conditions because this was what they had discussed before.

And Jiraiya finally turned his face away from Pakura's big breasts, "Minato, what do you say?"

A few black lines seemed to appear on Minato's forehead, and he repeated Pakura's conditions with an embarrassed smile.

But Jiraiya said nonsense seriously: "I can do it, but you have to listen to the Third Hokage."