Chapter 145: Blondie VS Blondie
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As Uchiha Douhuan's words fell, the Land of Grass Daimyo's face turned the color of pig liver, while Onoki, beside him, also felt somewhat awkward.
[Buddy, if you didn't want to bow, you should have said so earlier! By doing this, doesn't it make me look awkward for having bowed to this fellow just now?]
"Hehe, I've heard the new Grand Minister of State of the Land of Fire is a young hero. Seeing you today, your reputation is indeed well-deserved," just then, a robust middle-aged man dressed in luxurious formal wear walked over with a smile.
Seeing the newcomer, Onoki bowed slightly in greeting: "Your Highness the Daimyo."
Uchiha Douhuan also smiled slightly upon seeing the newcomer, bowed slightly, and said, "Greetings, Your Highness the Daimyo."
"No need for formalities," the Land of Earth Daimyo nodded and stepped forward to shake Uchiha Douhuan's hand cordially.
This Land of Earth Daimyo and Onoki could be said to be a model example of ruler-minister harmony in the ninja world. The reason the Land of Earth could develop to its current scale, besides Onoki's efforts in Iwagakure, was also inseparable from this Daimyo's strong support. It could be said that among the five Daimyos of the Five Great Nations, this Daimyo named Uesugi Hidekoshi was the most wise and enlightened.
Therefore, Uchiha Douhuan didn't mind showing him some respect. After all, according to rank, this Daimyo was on the same level as their Land of Fire's Daimyo – a Daimyo of a major power.
Seeing Uchiha Douhuan bow, the Land of Grass Daimyo's face turned from red to purple.
"Brother Ikezawa, what are you still doing here? The matches are about to begin," Uesugi Hidekoshi said, looking at the Land of *Grass* Daimyo. "By the way, how come I haven't seen any ninjas from your Land of Grass participating this time?"
Seeing this, Uchiha Douhuan also wore a faint smile. It was clear this Land of Grass Daimyo wasn't very popular among the Daimyo group either.
"Oh, look at my memory, I almost forgot," Uesugi Hidekoshi chuckled. "Your Land of Grass's ninja village probably can't field a suitable team right now. In my opinion, this is where your Land of Grass is wrong. The Hokage already issued a declaration to the entire ninja world, yet Kusagakure still insisted on its own course. You can't blame others for what happened."
"His Highness the Daimyo speaks correctly," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled. "Moreover, Konoha already gave Kusagakure plenty of chances. Unfortunately, some people just don't understand the meaning of being a great power."
"Faced with that situation, Iwagakure would also make the same choice," Onoki added from the side at this moment.
Subsequently, the three laughed heartily together, leaving only the Land of Grass Daimyo alone, becoming the biggest clown of the day under the gaze of the assembled guests.
"The matches are about to begin, right? I wonder if Konoha has any geniuses participating this time?" Uesugi Hidekoshi smiled. (*Note: Typo in original text, name changes from秀越 to 秀一, likely meant Hidekoshi*)
"Dare not claim genius, just two unaccomplished clansmen," Uchiha Douhuan replied.
"The Hokage is quite strict with his clansmen. An Uchiha with double tomoe Sharingan, if their ninja skills are adequate, would already qualify to become a Jounin in our village," Onoki remarked. "I expect the champion of this tournament will be taken by him."
"Just a lucky eye awakening," Uchiha Douhuan waved his hand dismissively. "Compared to true powerhouses, he still has a long way to go."
"Hehe, hearing you both talk like this, I'm also getting somewhat expectant," Uesugi Hidekoshi said. "Please, Grand Minister of State."
"You are the Daimyo; you should go first," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled.
The three chatted and laughed as they arrived at the VIP area. By now, the venue was set up, and the matches were about to begin.
After the three sat down, Uchiha Douhuan suddenly spoke up, "Lord Tsuchikage, before the matches begin, how about a little warm-up performance?"
Hearing this, Onoki looked at Uchiha Douhuan somewhat puzzled. "Does Lord Hokage have any good suggestions?"
"Suggestion is too strong a word," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled. "Our disciples are of similar age. How about a little spar in front of all the spectators before the main event begins?"
Hearing this, Onoki narrowed his eyes, looked at Uchiha Douhuan for a moment, then finally said, "Since the Hokage has this idea, then our Iwagakure village cannot spoil the guest's fun."
Onoki waved over an Anbu member and instructed him, "Find Deidara and bring him here."
"Understood," this Anbu member accepted the order and left.
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At this moment, Deidara and Kurotsuchi, together with Naruto and the other two, happened to run into each other again in the venue.
"Big Bro!" Upon seeing Deidara, Naruto couldn't wait to wave and greet him! Deidara forcefully taking the blame for him that day made Naruto genuinely recognize this good big brother whose hair color was similar to his.
"Little Bro!" Deidara was also pleasantly surprised to encounter Naruto. After all, growing up, only Naruto was willing to delve into art with him and even gave him such a good suggestion. He was very satisfied with the explosive fireworks that day.
So upon meeting now, the two quickly huddled together and began introducing each other to their respective companions.
"Sasuke, Neji, this is Big Bro Deidara," Naruto introduced to the two.
"Kurotsuchi, this is my little bro whom I just met recently..." Deidara wanted to introduce Naruto to Kurotsuchi but suddenly realized he didn't seem to know Naruto's name yet. "By the way, what was your name again?"
"Big Bro, my name is Naruto, Uzumaki Naruto!" Naruto said grinningly.
Sasuke and Neji looked at Deidara. They suddenly understood why these two could play together; they sensed the aura of an idiot/goofball from this new blonde as well.
Meanwhile, Kurotsuchi also sized up Naruto, thinking inwardly.
[So Konoha also has idiots like senior brother?]
"Little Bro Naruto, come with me later. I'll take you to find a good spot to watch the matches," Deidara patted his chest and said.
"Then I'll be counting on you, Big Bro Deidara!" Naruto said to Deidara, his face radiant with smiles.
However, before Deidara could take the three to find a good spot, an Iwagakure Anbu came before Deidara: "Deidara, Lord Tsuchikage is looking for you."
"The old man is looking for me at this time? Not going," Deidara directly waved his hand dismissively. "Can't you see I'm busy right now?"
Seeing Deidara being impervious to reason like this, this Anbu member also felt a headache. It wasn't because this kid was the Tsuchikage's direct disciple, but because this kid was petty and held grudges. Anyone in the village who offended this kid, whose main gate hadn't been bombed? If offended severely, this child would even go bomb your family's toilet!
Fortunately, just then, a Konoha Genin who had come to participate in the Chunin Exams but was eliminated in the survival test found them and said to Naruto and the other two, "Lord Hokage is looking for you three."
"Sorry, Big Bro Deidara, my teacher is looking for me," Seeing this, Naruto could only scratch his head and say to Deidara. He wasn't fearless like Deidara; back in the village when he was mischievous, Kakashi and Uchiha Douhuan really did beat him!
Seeing his little bro was about to leave, Deidara also felt bored and said to the Anbu member, "Well, in that case, I'll go see the old man with you."
Hearing this, the Anbu member also breathed a sigh of relief. Deidara cooperating was the best outcome.
Then, the two blonde kids discovered their destination was the same.
"Old man, what do you want me for?" As soon as Deidara arrived at the VIP area, he spoke disrespectfully to Onoki.
Onoki's face twitched, but due to the presence of so many dignitaries, he restrained the urge to educate his unruly child in public and patiently said, "Lord Hokage wishes to see your strength, so he wants his disciple to spar with you."
"Hokage Uncle, you want me to spar with your disciple?" Deidara turned his head towards Uchiha Douhuan.
"Brat, actually I'm only eight years older than you. You really don't need to call me Uncle," Uchiha Douhuan's face also twitched. At the same time, he made a mental note to definitely pay attention to the education problem of children in the village in the future.
"Hah, that's not important," Deidara waved his hand, looked at Naruto and the other two, then said, "Let's forget about the spar. They are all younger than me; let's not waste time on this. With this time, we might as well discuss some new art."
In Deidara's view, if his disciple Naruto could give him new inspiration, then Uchiha Douhuan as the teacher must be incredible. Therefore, now having the chance to consult about art face-to-face, Deidara naturally didn't want to waste time bullying children.
Hearing Deidara's words, Sasuke and Neji narrowed their eyes. Were they being looked down upon?
"Deidara! Do not be rude to Iwagakure's guests!" Onoki reprimanded in a low voice.
"Hehe, no matter," Uchiha Douhuan said with a chuckle. "You want to discuss art with me? How about this: as long as you win against my disciple, I will tell you what the ultimate art is."
"Are you serious?" Hearing Uchiha Douhuan's words, Deidara's eyes lit up. The ultimate art? Sounded very exciting.
"Serious," Uchiha Douhuan smiled and nodded.
"Teacher, let me do it," Sasuke stepped forward at this time, his face cold, volunteering for battle.
"No, Teacher, I'm only one year younger than him. Let me do it instead," Neji also spoke up at this point.
Looking at his two disciples volunteering, Uchiha Douhuan smiled, beckoned to Naruto behind them: "Naruto, you're up for this match."
"Huh? Me?" Naruto pointed at himself, asking in disbelief.
"Yes, it's you," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled. "Aren't you two already friends? Then, just treat it as a spar between friends."
"Alright! Then I'll go!" Naruto nodded confidently.
Hearing Uchiha Douhuan's choice, Onoki's eyes narrowed, his brow furrowed. He really couldn't figure out Uchiha Douhuan's purpose now.
Soon, the two blonde kids, one big and one small, stood at opposite ends of the arena under the watchful eyes of tens of thousands.
"Little Bro Naruto, be sure to speak up if you can't handle it," After the two formed the opposition seal under the witness of the two Kage, Deidara even reminded Naruto.
"Don't underestimate me, Big Bro Deidara!" Naruto said, rubbing his fists together eagerly.
(End of Chapter)
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