Kazekage Ninja: The Rise of the Hidden Sand-Chapter 149 - 44: A Better Tomorrow

"Alright, Raikage-sama, let it go. If you keep this up, it's like you're not treating me as a friend."

Jinghang said generously.

The Third Raikage was a bit emotional at this moment. He initially called Jinghang out during the match to dampen his spirits, but he didn't expect the young man to be so strong and magnanimous, repaying grievance with virtue in a life-and-death duel. Such a friend is definitely worth having.

"No, I must do something for you, or I won't feel right!"

The Third Raikage's eyes were sincere, full of earnestness.

Jinghang felt quite touched. This guy might look big and burly, but deep down, he's a straightforward man. Such a person is worth befriending. Originally, he was thinking about how to deal with the Raikage and Kumogakure, but now he dismissed the idea.

"Hehe, in the future, Raikage-sama, just come to my Yuexi Peninsula often and have fun. Consider it as returning the favor."

Forget it, spending some money at the casino is enough. Leave some room for future encounters; you never know when you might need their help.

"What kind of thing is that? Your place is full of good food and fun, and you call that doing something? Are you looking down on me, little brother?"

The Third Raikage seemed displeased.

"But I really don't have anything to trouble you with right now. How about we owe it for now?"

This guy is really stubborn. I can't just ask you for money directly, can I?

The Third Raikage was silent for a moment and then said.

"Alright, from this moment on, Sunagakure is the best friend of Kumogakure. As long as you say a word, through fire and water, A will not frown."

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Coming out of the ward, the Third Raikage couldn't help but sigh deeply.

"The young are to be feared, the young are to be feared indeed."

At this moment, Tsukigami Kouichi no longer had his previous arrogant demeanor. He was genuinely impressed with Jinghang's skills and character. The person he admired most in his life was his father, and he respected someone who could defeat his father.

"Kouichi."

The Third Raikage turned his head towards his son.

"Father."

Tsukigami Kouichi answered honestly.

"Among your generation, the Kazekage is undoubtedly the best, both in terms of ninjutsu and character. You should learn from him."

"Yes, Father, I know I've fallen behind quite a bit, but I'll catch up soon."

Tsukigami Kouichi's personality was quite similar to the Third Raikage's. He seemed hot-tempered but was actually very straightforward. He was a man with responsibility.

"Good, very good. Admitting the gap is the first step to catching up. I'm glad you think this way."

The Third Raikage nodded.

"The future belongs to your generation. Having a partner like Sunagakure is not a bad thing for Kumogakure. At least it's a check on Konoha. Maintaining this friendship is beneficial.

Also, this time I owe someone a favor. If I can't repay it in my lifetime, you must repay it for me. The Tsukigami family doesn't owe favors."

"Yes."

Tsukigami Kouichi replied respectfully.

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The World Ninja Tournament officially ended, and the detailed maps of the Five Great Ninja Villages were also completed. Next, the matter of the Ninja Alliance should be discussed. However, due to the injury of the Third Kazekage, Jinghang, who needed half a month's rest, the meeting had to be temporarily postponed. Hiruzen Sarutobi, Ziren, and A discussed and each sent a team to form a joint boundary survey team, setting boundary markers along the pre-marked points on the map. freeweɓnovel.cѳm

There was nothing else to do, just waiting for Jinghang to recover. Once the charter of the Ninja Alliance was established, the second Five Kage Summit could come to a successful conclusion.

But now, being idle was idle. The Yuexi Peninsula was such a great place, so why not take a vacation? After fighting for so many years, it was time to enjoy.

As a result, dignitaries from various countries and upper-level figures from each ninja village flocked to the food street, Crystal Palace, and Kabukicho like dumplings into a pot, spending money lavishly. Every shop was busy day and night, and the daily turnover skyrocketed. Hirai Kōzaburō couldn't stop smiling. The money earned from this Five Kage Summit was worth more than half of his fortune.

"So much! Maybe I should stay in bed a bit longer!"

Jinghang exclaimed in surprise, looking at the report handed over by Hirai Kōzaburō.

"Haha, little brother, you really understand. Just lie down for two or three months, and you'll earn this amount."

Hirai Kōzaburō boldly held up five fingers.

"No, no, just ten more days. There are so many things to do. Besides, if you really empty their pockets, they won't come next time. You have to leave them some travel expenses."

"Hehe, just kidding. How could I not understand this after so many years in business? Don't worry, ten days is enough."

"Is our Daimyo enjoying himself?"

Jinghang suddenly asked.

"Oh, don't mention it. He's having the time of his life, almost treating the Wind Hall as his home."

Hirai Kōzaburō chuckled.

"Oh, tell me more."

Jinghang perked up and sat up.

Hirai Kōzaburō calculated with his fingers.

"Today is his twenty-third day gambling inside. Every day, he wakes up and hits the tables, goes back to sleep when he's tired, and eats, drinks, and everything else in the venue. Initially, he came and went by sedan chair every day, but later he found the travel time-consuming, so he asked someone to arrange a free luxury suite for him at the Crystal Palace. I did it right away. Now he's saved all the trouble of coming and going!"

Jinghang was thrilled, applauding.

"Wow, our Daimyo has quite the gambling addiction. Brother, well done! I wonder how he's doing with winning and losing. We must control the scale, so he doesn't catch on."

Hirai Kōzaburō laughed heartily.

"Little brother, don't worry. I know the scale. Advance five, retreat three; advance three, retreat four. So far, he's been winning a little, and he really thinks he's a gambling god."

"Hahahaha."

The two exchanged a glance and laughed heartily.

"When do you think it's appropriate to reel him in?"

Jinghang asked.

"Soon, soon. As they say, no one wins forever. His luck is almost exhausted, and he's starting to decline. Don't worry, by the end of the Five Kage Summit, I'll make sure he leaves the same way he came!"

This was the brilliance of Hirai Kōzaburō and Jinghang. First, let the Daimyo of the Land of Wind win fifty to sixty million, then pin him to the card table. But after working hard for two months, he ends up with nothing, feeling a sense of loss. At this point, without anyone urging him, he'll gamble on his own, and he'll come to the Crystal Palace. Which casino can match this place's service? By then, they can make him win or lose at will.

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