If Terumi Mei becomes the Mizukage, such things wouldn't happen.
Therefore, with the dual support of the most respected Elder Master in the Hidden Mist and the current Mizukage, it's almost certain that she will succeed as the Fifth Mizukage.
Ao has no objections to this.
No matter who becomes the Mizukage, as long as they can lead the Hidden Mist Village to become stronger and avoid repeating the tragedies of the Bloody Mist era, that's enough.
It doesn't make much difference to Ao whose command he serves under at that time.
His relationship with Terumi Mei is usually harmonious, after all, she is currently serving as a guard to the Mizukage, though she rarely comes here.
"Before that, I will arrange everything for Mei."
Yagura sat back in his place and said this.
Not being able to continue as Mizukage is indeed a great regret.
But compared to the path of reform and strengthening of the Hidden Mist Village, the position of Mizukage is trivial.
Moreover, as the Three-tailed Jinchuriki, he will eventually become a target of the Akatsuki.
If something unexpected happens and he unfortunately falls into the hands of the Akatsuki, the Hidden Mist Village shouldn't become leaderless and fall into passivity... Always prepare for the worst.
Planning for a rainy day and considering all possibilities is also the responsibility of a Mizukage.
"I always feel that the Mizukage-sama is misunderstood by many people."
Ao sighed.
Lifting the banner of eradicating the Blood Mist Faction alone, it's hard to imagine the heavy pressure that person would have been under at that time to rise to power by means of a coup.
The facts proved that Yagura's approach was correct; a sharp pain is better than prolonged pain.
Although the eradication of the Blood Mist Faction severely weakened the Hidden Mist Village, it brought about long-lasting peace and laid a solid foundation for the future development of the Hidden Mist Village.
They also secretly obtained new technological support from the Land of Demons, take Medical Ninja for example, with secret assistance from the Land of Demons, the medical system of the Hidden Mist Village underwent revolutionary changes. Over the past few years, the number of deaths in Ninja Squads from the Hidden Mist Village while on missions has decreased annually, which can be said to be a very wise move.
"Such matters are inconsequential, after all, I did have aspirations for the power of the Mizukage at that time. Alright, no more of that, this year, is there any talent from the Ninja School that stands out?"
Yagura turned to ask about this matter.
The Ninja School is the most important ninja training institution of a Ninja Village, training countless excellent ninja for the village, and is undoubtedly indispensable.
Yagura also places great importance on the Ninja School.
"There are several, especially the Kaguya Clan. Their children have achieved practical results at this year's Ninja School that many Genin find difficult to reach."
Ao picked up a report, glanced over its contents, and reported to Yagura.
"Kaguya? That family of mostly insane people? I thought all those battle maniacs had died out."
"Please refrain from making such horrible jokes, Mizukage-sama. After all, their clan possesses Kekkeigenkai. Ninjas in the Ninja Realm who can compete with them in Taijutsu are quite rare."
Ao said seriously.
The Kaguya Clan is a clan of ninjas passionate about combat, possessing a Kekkeigenkai known as 'Dead Bone Pulse'.
However, due to the rarity of those who awaken this Kekkeigenkai, throughout the several decades of the Hidden Mist Village's history, Kaguya Clan ninja with the Dead Bone Pulse are few and far between.
But undoubtedly, any Kaguya Clan ninja who awakens the Dead Bone Pulse has incredibly fearsome Taijutsu.
Their clan's fervor for battle is as intense as that of Konoha's Uchiha Clan.
Throughout history, the ninja of this clan have fearlessly charged at the forefront of battle, fighting the enemy bloodily.
Sometimes, even the Mizukage as the ruling authority finds this group of battle fanatics a headache.
"Is that so? And besides them?"
"The children of the Yuki Clan have also excelled in the Ninja School."
"Kekkeigenkai... truly an exceptional talent."
Facing Ao's response, Yagura sighed.
The Yuki Clan, like the Kaguya Clan, is a rare ninja clan possessing Kekkeigenkai.
Ninja of this clan have the 'Ice Style' Kekkeigenkai, but the probability of awakening this Kekkeigenkai is higher than that of the Kaguya Clan.
"Bloodlines are also a form of strength, there's nothing wrong with that. This is the precious legacy left by their ancestors, but mastering its application is no simple matter."
Ao nodded, acknowledging that in many cases, the upper limit of Kekkeigenkai Ninja as ninjas often surpasses that of ordinary ninjas.
This is an unshakeable fact.
Thus, regarding bloodlines as one part of a ninja's strength is without question.
"What are their names?"
"Kaguya Kimimaro and Haku, both are in their fourth year at the Ninja School, but according to the school, graduating early would pose no issue. Both of them have already surpassed the strength of most Genin. And... they both show signs of having awakened their Kekkeigenkai."
Ao answered solemnly.
The 'Ice Style' of the Yuki Clan is very powerful, but its higher awakening probability is not particularly surprising to Ao.
However, the 'Dead Bone Pulse' of the Kaguya Clan is an extremely rare talent.
The ability to freely manipulate the bones of their body, with hardness surpassing even steel, serves as both a sharp spear and a sturdy shield.
"Is that so? Then it seems these two are first and second in their grade."