Chapter 150: Shadows of Betrayal

Terumi Mei dispatched an envoy to deliver a letter of state, intending to sign a peace treaty with Konoha and formally withdraw from the Fourth Shinobi World War.

Tsunade hesitated for a moment but finally agreed to Kirigakure's request. After all, the pressure on Konoha was truly immense. They were truly facing the entire ninja world with the strength of a single nation.

Of course, the specific details still needed to be discussed. Kirigakure boldly declared that they wanted to claim a piece of land from the Land of Fire, while Konoha also made a bold statement requesting part of its territory.

In reality, neither side believed that the other would actually give up land. But that's diplomacy. Making bold statements and bargaining are all normal tactics.

Revealing one's bottom line in a negotiation will only allow the enemy to take advantage and become even more unreasonable.

During this time, Natsuo remained on the front line against Kirigakure. Tsunade sent several letters, warning him to be careful of possible Kirigakure ambushes. For a ninja, sending a peace offering could also serve as a cover for their own actions.

Natsuo replied: "Yes, yes, you're right."

But in addition to strengthening Terumi Mei using the Renshu no Kankei and checking the status of the child she was carrying, he spent the rest of his time using the Flying Thunder God technique to rush back home.

Continuing to fight for the revival of the Uchiha clan.

Of course, just like before, except for some of his wives, no one else knew of his whereabouts...

But both countries genuinely sought peace.

So the negotiators from both sides started their discussions harmoniously, and it was expected that they would reach a complete agreement soon.

As the news spread, the other countries... They didn't show much interest.

After all, although the outcome was surprising, it was actually within everyone's expectations.

The fact that Kirigakure had been able to hold on until now was what surprised the other countries the most.

After all, the power displayed by Natsuo may not be on the level of Uchiha Madara, but it was still quite surprising to many, and that Terumi Mei was able to retain him, means that her strength is something they should keep an eye on.

With the start of peace negotiations between Kirigakure and Konoha, all ninja villages, including the impulsive Kumogakure, have reduced the intensity of their attacks and are constantly on guard against Natsuo who might come to support their own front lines.

Rasa has directly ordered the entire army to hold their ground and once again begin constructing fortifications and trenches. After all, once Kirigakure and Konoha sign the peace agreement, Natsuo will be able to free his hands and fully confront the enemies on other battle lines.

As a consequence, Konoha's pressure on all battlefields began to decrease. Konoha also breathes a sigh of relief, feeling much lighter.

"So this is Uchiha's deterrent power... I really wonder what kind of power Uchiha Madara had back then." Tsunade sighs.

The leaders of the main clans smile one after another. Although the agreement with Kirigakure has not been finalized, it is already close to completion.

Konoha's losses were stopped in time and what matters most to them is that the losses of the main members of their clans who participated in the war are not significant.

This is good news.

However, for some people, it is not good news at all.

Samui, who is pregnant, grits her teeth. "Will Natsuo go to the front line against Sunagakure or Iwagakure?"

"No!"

"If he returns, he will most likely go to the battlefield against Kumogakure!"

Samui does not have the intelligence support of Kumogakure, but just by listening to the discussions among the Konoha villagers, she can understand how terrifying the technique that Natsuo used on the battlefield against Kirigakure is.

Once Natsuo faces off against Kumogakure... Kumogakure's losses will be significant.

"And I still have a mission to complete!" Samui's eyes carry a hint of coldness.

She has a duty to Kumogakure and the expectations of Raikage A. She intends to carry the lineage of the Uchiha clan to Kumogakure.

"It looks like I'll have to change my approach..." Samui took a deep breath and decided to contact the village and take action.

And so...

Samui took the opportunity when Natsuo's stronger wives were not around and took immediate action.

Uchiha Goro, Anko's son, with his innate cunning, quickly noticed Samui's presence. Despite his young age, his awareness was always alert. He watched as Samui approached his brothers, and something in his instinct told him that he should stay close to them because something wasn't right.

"Would you like me to take you to buy candy, little ones?" Samui smiled kindly at Natsuo's youngest children. She couldn't risk getting close to the older children. Especially to Uchiha Raion, she felt that that boy was suspicious of her.

As for the servants, he simply said: "My child will be born soon, and I want to try taking care of them, as a practice for when my own child is born."

On the other hand, Uchiha Naomi, daughter of Kurenai, with her telepathic abilities, captured the presence of her brother among the group of children. Although she trusted her brother, her quirkiness sometimes made her uneasy. She decided to engage Goro in a mental conversation.

Naomi: 'What are you doing, Goro? Why did you join this group?'

Goro: 'I just want to see what she's planning. Raion said that he didn't trust Samui Kaa-san very much.'

Naomi: 'You have to be careful, Goro. We don't know what she's up to. Why don't you come with me, and we watch her from afar?'

Goro: 'No, Naomi! We are big and strong. We can protect our brothers!'

Naomi, knowing that she couldn't dissuade her brother so easily, decided to join the group to keep a watchful eye on Goro and at the same time make sure nothing bad happened.

Naomi: 'Why did you join them, Goro? I don't think it's a good idea.'

Goro: 'We have to be here to protect them, Naomi! Someone has to do it!'

Naomi: 'Okay, but don't do anything risky, okay?'

So while Samui finished informing her servants and guardians, Naomi joined the group without her noticing. Meanwhile, the rest of their siblings, oblivious to Goro and Naomi's concern, were excited at the idea of buying candy. Laughing and playing, they walked towards the commercial street, unaware of the tense background that surrounded their exit.

As for the very young babies who could not yet walk on their own, Samui did not try to approach them. After all, many of the babies had their own mothers nearby and it would be inconvenient to carry them in front of them.

It was easier to attract children who could run and jump. Their mothers gave them more freedom and the only ones who watched over them were the servants or tutors who were in charge of their education.

Furthermore, Samui was not a stranger, so there was no need for excessive caution.

While Samui bought them everything the children asked for, Goro and Naomi shared a telepathic connection, their minds intertwined feeling the strange presences around them.

Goro: 'Hey, Naomi! There's something strange here! Isn't that exciting?'

Naomi replied seriously 'Goro, stay calm. This is not a joke. There's something dangerous happening.'

Goro: 'But it could be fun! We could...'

Naomi interrupted him 'No. Listen to me. This is serious. We can't take the risk...'

The explosion interrupts their telepathic conversation, unleashing chaos and panic.

The surrounding pedestrians were shocked, and the children panicked even more.

"Oh no, it's an attack by enemy ninjas!" Samui took the opportunity to shout. "Is there anyone kind enough to help me take care of the children?"

Several Kumogakure spies who were nearby immediately stepped forward excitedly and said: "We will help you! As Konoha ninjas, safeguarding children is the first thing we should do."

Upon hearing this, Samui said: "Then I'll leave it to you..."

After exchanging signals with the Kumo ninjas, Samui approached the children with false urgency. "Children, Konoha is under attack now, so you should stay with your brothers and sisters around you."

To be honest, this acting wasn't particularly skillful. But she was only facing a group of children.

Noticing the chaos increasing, Samui told the children: "We need to move fast, children! Konoha is in danger. Come with me to be safe."

The children, confused and scared, follow Samui's instructions. Naomi and Goro, aware but hiding their alert, follow the flow.

So, Samui easily led them away, using the excuse of heading to a shelter, bringing them closer to the outskirts of Konoha.

Goro, with his fearless nature, feels the urge to act impulsively when they are about to leave Konoha.

Naomi, calmer and more focused, notices that Goro is getting restless and communicates telepathically with him to stop him.

Naomi mentally tells him: 'No, Goro! Wait. Now it's not the moment. We must stay calm and wait for an opportunity...'

However, before they can finish their conversation, because some of the children began to get restless as they realized something was wrong, the Kumogakure spies acted one after another, knocking them unconscious and quickly taking them away.

They were well prepared. As they approached the edge of Konoha Village, the nearby Kumo ninjas immediately used explosive tags to create more chaos. Then, they left Konoha Village, with many Kumo ninjas acting as bait, scattering in all directions...

"It will work! It will definitely work this time!" Samui's eyes gleamed.

This time, the Kumo ninjas who will sacrifice themselves to buy time will be significant. Basically all the ninjas who were left to create chaos and some of those who were used as bait, will not survive and will definitely be caught by Konoha.

And at such a great cost, she also brought along ten children.

They are all between two and three years old... They will become the first members of the Uchiha clan in Kumogakure.

"Although I feel bad for betraying Natsuo like this..." Samui's eyes darkened slightly, but quickly returned to normal. Although Natsuo was good to her, her loyalty to the village was even greater.

Not all kunoichi would abandon their missions for the tenderness and financial satisfaction that a man can bring them.

Samui is a ninja absolutely loyal to Kumogakure. Even if she sacrifices her body and her emotions, she will always be loyal to Kumogakure.

'Moreover, Kumogakure won't mistreat these children. They are still young and can be transformed into true Kumo ninjas without being discriminated against by the villagers.' Samui thought to herself. 'The village will even provide them with wives and husbands in the future.'

'Although their lives may not be as good as in the Uchiha clan, they definitely won't suffer!' With this thought, the guilt in her heart diminished a bit.

"Let's go! Hurry up!" Samui, with her big belly, said to the people around her who were carrying children. "The pursuers from Konoha Village could appear at any moment, so we need to hurry!"

"Raikage-sama has already sent troops to support us!"

"Keep going! Once we pass this section, we can go home!"

As spies who were inside Konoha for years, isn't the most anticipated day the day when they can openly return home and live a normal life? Thinking about it, all of the ninjas suddenly felt a surge of strength run through their bodies.

And this time, they have completely accomplished their mission, with one fundamental difference from their colleague who tried to infiltrate the Hyuga clan and kidnap the patriarch's daughter back then.

Everyone will be heroes of Kumogakure!

Thinking this, their eyes sparkled.

However, at this moment, a cold voice sounded. "No, none of you can go home."

The Kumogakure spies' footsteps stopped abruptly, their eyes looking towards the direction where the voice came from.

Samui was the same, and when she saw the person who came, her pupils instantly contracted. "Natsuo? Why are you here? Aren't you supposed to be on the battlefield against Kirigakure?"

Sensing their Father's presence, Naomi and Goro quickly regained consciousness, Naomi immediately communicates with Goro.

Naomi telepathically tells him: 'Keep your composure. Wait. Don't cause problems for Dad.'

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