pdf-ebookys Chapter 141 The Twin Stars of Goji Berries and Citrus Fruits wish everyone a Happy New Year!
Chapter 141 The Twin Stars of Goji Berries and Citrus Fruits wish everyone a Happy New Year!
Chapter 141 The Twin Stars of Goji Berries and Citrus Fruits wish everyone a Happy New Year!
"What Rasa wants is not just peace. He wants to use Kirigakure to eliminate a threat that keeps him up at night, a hero whose prestige is too high, whose achievements are too great, and whose influence within Sunagakure may even surpass his own as the Fourth Kazekage."
"And the Hidden Mist is the sword he borrowed to kill people."
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"But I, Koji Cheng, have never liked being used as a tool."
Yekura's heart skipped a beat.
"So, you want to—"
"I want Rasa to know that Kirigakure's sword is not to be lent out easily." Makoto Karatachi's tone was indifferent and stern: "Since he dared to hand over the sword, he shouldn't blame me for turning the tables and stabbing himself in the back."
Yecang took a deep breath, trying to calm her turbulent emotions.
She is not stupid; on the contrary, the fact that she has survived to this day in the cruel ninja world shows that her mind is far more profound than she appears.
She understood what Gouju Cheng meant.
He didn't just want to let her go; he wanted to use her to turn against Rasa and against Sunagakure!
"You want me to go back to Sunagakure and kill Rasa?"
"Kill him?"
Makoto Koji shook his head, a playful smile on his face: "Yakura, although I have high hopes for you, I don't think you can kill Rasa. Of course, if you do try and succeed, that would be for the best."
"If you kill him, Sunagakure will be thrown into chaos, which is undoubtedly a good thing for Kirigakure at this stage."
With two Kazekage dying in this war, and Sunagakure suffering repeated defeats on the front lines, it's questionable whether this village can even maintain its standing in the ninja world, let alone become one of the Five Great Nations!
Yekura's eyes turned dangerous.
"So your real purpose is to send me back to cause chaos in Sunagakure?"
"Don't you want to go?"
Gouju Cheng countered with a question.
"As a hero of Sunagakure, you risked your life for the village, fighting for it on the battlefield, but in the end, all that awaited you was betrayal."
"Tsk, if you're not angry at all, and don't want revenge, then we in Kirigakure will stop worshipping the Sage of Six Paths during festivals and start offering sacrifices to you instead."
Yes, how could Ye Cang not hate and be angry at such treatment and mistreatment!
However, if this happens, then Sunagakure will be—
She recalled the excitement of first wearing the Sand Village Jonin uniform ten years ago, the glory of being surrounded and cheered by her comrades after her first kill, and the admiring gazes of the children when she dragged her wounded body back to the village countless times.
Sand Hidden.
That was her home.
That village, deep in the desert, built with sand and rocks, was the place she protected with her life.
But now————
"What makes you think I'll believe you?"
Yekura raised her head, her gaze icy as she looked at Makoto Karatachi: "Even if what you say is true, even if Rasa really did abandon me, that's an internal matter for Sunagakure. What right do you, a member of Kirigakure, have to interfere?"
Gouju Cheng wasn't angry; instead, he smiled.
"Yakura, you're right. This is an internal matter of Sunagakure, and as an outsider, I really shouldn't interfere."
"But I want to ask you a question."
"Do you think that the way Luo Sha treated you is something only you've experienced?"
Ye Cang frowned slightly.
"What do you mean?"
"I mean—" Makoto Karatachi slowly stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the scattered buildings of Kirigakure outside: "A village that betrays heroes, a village that abandons its meritorious citizens, is it really worth protecting?"
"You are a meritorious veteran he fears today, so he wants to get rid of you. Tomorrow, will another person whose achievements threaten his authority be eliminated?"
"The day after tomorrow, will even more loyal ninjas be purged and abandoned because they might threaten his rule?"
He turned around and looked directly at Ye Cang.
"Is this the same Sunagakure you're willing to protect with your life?"
Yekura's body trembled slightly.
Every word Gouju Cheng said was like a knife, stabbing into the softest part of her heart.
She could hate Rasa, she could hate those high-ranking officials who betrayed her, but she never considered whether Sunagakure itself was still worth protecting.
"Yakura".
Makoto Koji's voice softened a little.
"I don't need you to betray Sunagakure immediately, nor do I need you to risk your life for Kirigakure."
"I just want you to understand a principle."
"In this world, some people are worth protecting with your life, and some are not. You protected Sunagakure for more than ten years and did right by everyone. But now, it is Sunagakure that has let you down."
"You don't owe Sunagakure anything anymore."
You don't owe Sunagakure anything.
These words struck Ye Cang's mind like a thunderclap.
She opened her mouth, wanting to refute, wanting to say something, but found that she couldn't utter a word at all.
Because what Gouju Cheng said is correct.
She really doesn't owe Sunagakure anything anymore.
Over the past decade, she has carried out hundreds of missions, including more than twenty S-rank missions. The number of enemies she has slain, whether from Konoha, Iwagakure, or Kirigakure, is countless.
She had been seriously injured, had been on the verge of death, and struggled on the edge of death countless times.
She never complained, never backed down, because she felt it was her duty, her honor as a Sand Village ninja.
But now————
"How Rasa treats you is a matter between you and him. How Sunagakure treats you is a matter between Sunagakure and you."
Gouju Cheng walked back to her, his tone calm.
"But you are standing here now, standing in front of me, the assistant of the Hidden Mist, holding your indenture in your hand."
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"I want to ask you, what are your plans next?"
Yekura remained silent for a long time.
As time passed, the sunlight outside the window moved from the east to the center, and the shadows in the living room gradually shortened.
Finally, she looked up at Makoto Koji in front of her.
"What do you want me to do?"
She didn't directly answer Makoto Goji's question, but her statement itself was the answer.
Gouju Cheng smiled.
It wasn't a polite laugh, but a genuine laugh of appreciation.
"What I want is very simple."
"Go back to Sunagakure and find Rasa."
"Whether you confront him or question him about why he betrayed you, what I want is for the Sand Village ninjas to see how their Kazekage treats their hero."
"As for what happens next—whether you want to kill him, overthrow him, or simply let him know that you have seen through his plot, it is up to you."
"certainly."
Gouju Cheng abruptly changed the subject, his gaze sharpening.
"If you really have murderous intent and want revenge, Kirigakure can also provide you with some necessary support. After all, as I said, the death of another Kazekage will definitely be beneficial to us."
Ye Cang looked at him, and a smile suddenly appeared on his lips.
That smile contained both bitterness and relief.
But the most common one was actually a kind of —
expect? !
"Lord Gojiju, do you know what you're saying?"
"Supporting a rogue ninja from Sunagakure to kill your own Kazekage is tantamount to starting a war."
"I know."
Gouju Cheng shrugged.
"But I also know about war. With Konoha just defeated by us, Kumogakure busy taking care of itself, and Iwagakure busy licking its wounds, if Rasa dares to start a war with Kirigakure at this time, he will be courting his own destruction."
Ye Cang looked at him, her expression becoming increasingly complex.
This young man is frighteningly cunning and ruthlessly cruel, yet he can still say things like, "You don't owe Sunagakure anything."
What kind of person is he?
"One last question."
Yekura took a deep breath, stood up, and looked at Makoto Kojiro at eye level.
Why are you helping me?
Gouju Cheng paused for a moment, then a smile appeared on his face.
A genuine smile.
"I hate traitors the most, and I hate even more those good-for-nothings who betray their own people."
"The reason why Konoha has become what it is today is because they killed White Fang. They love to do the same old things: once the birds are all gone, the good bow is put away; once the cunning rabbit is dead, the hunting dog is cooked."
"Just a few days ago, our Kirigakure publicly beheaded a major traitor, Suigetsu Fuguki, one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen and the vice-head of our Kirigakure Intelligence Department. But he betrayed his country and sold intelligence to the enemy!"
Yokura had already heard the news of Suigetsu Hobutsu's execution on his way to Kirigakure.
One of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen, the deputy head of the intelligence department, was publicly beheaded for treason.
It is said that on the day of the execution, the entire Misty Square was packed with people, and when the fat head rolled to the ground, cheers were deafening.
"So you understand what I mean?"
Goji Makoto looked at Yekura with a serious expression.
"I, Makoto Karatachi, or rather, Kirigakure, never mistreat our own people. We reward those who have rendered meritorious service and punish those who have committed wrongdoing. When Fuguki betrayed us, we cut off his head. You, Pakura, risked your life for Sunagakure, yet Sunagakure offered you to us as a sacrifice."
"I'm not helping you, I'm just letting some people know that it's best if I don't see this kind of dirty stuff."
Yekura remained silent for a long time.
Finally, she slowly stood up and bowed slightly to Makoto Koji.
"Yakura will remember Lord Gojiki's kindness."
"If one day Yekura has the opportunity—I will repay you tenfold!"
Gouju Cheng waved his hand: "You just need to get back alive first, and then let Luo Sha know that you, Ye Cang, are not so easy to sell, that's all."
"As for repaying the debt of gratitude, let's talk about that later."
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This young man from the mist is shrewd and ruthless, yet he possesses a mysterious and convincing aura.
He could have easily taken me down, but he chose to let the tiger return to the mountain.
He could have simply watched the Sand Village descend into chaos, but he chose to ignite the fire himself.
What exactly is he planning?
Yecang didn't know.
But she knew that from this moment on, her life, Yekura's life, would no longer belong to Sunagakure, no longer belong to Rasa, but—
It belongs to her.
Goodbye.
Ye Cang turned around and walked outside.
Her steps were firm, and her back was straight.
Gouju watched her figure disappear, a satisfied smile curving his lips.
"I have to say, her back is almost as long as that of Michael Jackson's backup dancers."
"Captain, you're really letting her go?"
Hozuki Mangetsu leaned closer, looking completely puzzled.
"put."
"What if she goes back, makes up with Luo Sha, and then turns around and bites us again?"
Gouju Cheng glanced at him and smiled.
"Full Moon, let me ask you, if you were pushed into a fire pit by the person you trust most, what would you do?"
Full Moon paused for a moment.
"I—I'm definitely going to kill him!"
"That settles it then." Makoto patted his shoulder. "Yakura is a smart person; she knows what to do."
"Besides, if she can really reconcile with Rasa, I don't care. After all, she's just a pawn that's been handed to us. Don't forget, we're fighting Konoha now, not Kirigakure."
"If their combat strength is higher, they can fight Konoha more fiercely, and we can enjoy watching the show more, right?"
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Hozuki Mangetsu, who was standing to the side, was stunned for a moment. After thinking about it carefully, it seemed that it was indeed true!
"—Awesome."
Two days later, somewhere on the border.
Yekura stood on a weathered rock, looking back towards the east.
That's the direction of Kirigakure (Hidden Mist Village).
In two days, she had completely left the territory of the Hidden Mist Village and stepped into the land of the Wind Kingdom. Sand began to appear beneath her feet, and the air was filled with the dry scent of dust.
This is the taste she knows best.
But at this moment, this land she had protected for more than ten years felt completely unfamiliar to her.
"Lord Hayakura!"
Shouts came from afar.
Ye Cang frowned slightly and looked up.
Several figures were rushing towards her. The one in the lead was a middle-aged man wearing a Sand Village Jonin vest. He had a resolute face and his brows were filled with anxiety.
"Yura?"
Ye Cang looked at the newcomer coldly.
Yura was Rasa's confidant and also one of the people who escorted her to Kirigakure.
However, Yura left early halfway there, citing another mission, and now it seems—
"Lady Yekura, you—you're back so soon?" Yura was startled to see Yekura and rushed over. "Are the negotiations over? What about Kirigakure—"
"negotiation?"
Yekura sneered: "Yura, tell me, what kind of negotiation requires a handover document personally signed by the Fourth Hokage?"
'
Yura's face turned deathly pale instantly.
"Lord Yekura, please let me explain—"
"explain?"
"Yura, you've followed me for so many years. I, Yekura, have never treated you badly. I've saved your life countless times on the battlefield, but what have you done in return!"
"What do you take me for, a sacrifice?!"
"Lord Yekura, I was only following orders!" Yura retreated repeatedly, cold sweat pouring down his forehead. "I dare not disobey the Fourth Hokage's orders! You—you must understand—"
"understand?"
Yekura's laughter grew even colder.
"Okay, I understand."
"Then you should try to understand me too."
Before he could finish speaking, Ye Cang's figure suddenly vanished from the spot.
Yura's pupils contracted sharply, and he instinctively tried to dodge, but how could he compare to the speed of the Scorching Release user?
The next moment, a sharp kunai was already pressed against Yura's throat.
"Lord Ye, Lord Yekura—please—please spare my life—"
Yura's face turned deathly pale. Yekura looked at his face, which was contorted with fear, and suddenly felt a strong sense of disgust.
These are the ninjas of Sunagakure.
This is the person she has protected for more than ten years!
"Don't worry, I won't kill you."
Ye Cang released his grip, and Yura fell heavily to the ground, clutching her throat and coughing violently.
Ye Cang looked down at him with a cold gaze.
"Go back and tell Luo Sha."
"I, Yekura, am back."
"Let him prepare to welcome his hero."
After saying that, Ye Cang turned around and strode away, quickly disappearing into the swirling sandstorm.
Yura slumped to the ground, staring in the direction she had disappeared, trembling all over, unable to move for a long time.
Meanwhile, in Kirigakure Village.
Gouju Cheng stood at the entrance of the village, looking at the slightly old building not far away, a smile appearing on his lips.
That was the administrative center of Kirigakure, and the place where the Mizukage Tournament was about to be held.
In a few days, it will be the New Year.
At this time of bidding farewell to the old year and welcoming the new, Kirigakure will also usher in a brand new era.
Yagura Karatachi, his cousin, is about to officially take over as the Fourth Mizukage.
And Makoto Karatachi will become the youngest Mizukage's assistant in Kirigakure's history, second only to the Mizukage and above all others.
"What are you thinking about?"
A familiar voice came from behind me.
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Makoto turned around and saw Mei Terumi walking towards him.
Today she wore an elegant kimono, her long reddish-brown hair piled high, revealing a section of her fair neck. Her delicate face appeared exceptionally soft in the sunlight, a stark contrast to the coldness she displayed on the battlefield.
"I wasn't thinking about anything," Makoto Koji smiled. "I was just remarking how fast time flies."
"Yes." Mei Terumi walked to his side and stood beside him. "At this time last year, you were still squandering your life in casinos, while I was being pressured into an arranged marriage within my clan. Who could have imagined that a year later—"
Gouju Cheng laughed heartily.
"That shows you have good judgment; you saw my potential back then."
"Stop being so glib." Mei Terumi rolled her eyes at him, but she couldn't hide the smile on her lips.
The two stood side by side, watching the busy villagers in the distance, and the red lanterns and New Year decorations that had already begun to be hung up, speechless for a moment.
After a moment, Mei Terumi spoke softly.
"I heard you've already met with Ye Cang and actually let her go?"
"Um""
"Aren't you afraid that once she goes back, she won't follow your script?"
Gouju Cheng shook his head.
"Don't worry. Yekura is a smart person; she knows what to do. Besides—"
He paused, a glint of shrewdness flashing in his eyes.
"Even if she does nothing, just her return to Sunagakure alive would be the biggest blow to Rasa."
"A betrayed hero has returned alive. What do you think the Sand Village ninjas will think? How much will this impact Rasa's prestige?"
Mei Terumi nodded thoughtfully.
"So, your real purpose is not to have Yekura kill Rasa, but to make the people in Sunagakure panic and lose their composure?"
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"clever."
Gouju looked at her with genuine admiration.
"War is never just about swords and shadows. The battle of hearts and minds is often more deadly than actual fighting."
"Let's go." Makoto Koji suddenly took her hand. "Come with me to the village and see how the preparations for the New Year are going."
"This is my first New Year since becoming the Mizukage's assistant, so it should be lively."
Mei Terumi paused for a moment, then nodded slightly.
The two walked hand in hand along the main road of the village.
Along the streets, villagers were busy decorating for the New Year. Some were hanging lanterns, some were pasting couplets, and others were preparing New Year's goods. Children ran and chased each other through the crowd, their joyful laughter ringing out.
"Greetings, Lord Cheng! Greetings, Lord Ming!"
Happy New Year, Mr. Cheng!
The villagers along the way stopped what they were doing and bowed to the two men.
Makoto nodded in response, a warm smile on his face, a stark contrast to the ruthless swordsman he was on the battlefield.
"You seem to be quite popular," Mei Terumi said softly.
"That's right." Gouju Cheng proudly raised his chin. "I'm always kind to people and never put on airs."
"Yeah?"
Mei Terumi looked at him with a half-smile: "I heard that all the female ninjas in the village like to ask you for help, but when the male ninjas come over, you always say you're busy."
"Cough cough————"
Gouju Cheng coughed twice.
"No, I was really busy, otherwise why wouldn't I help?"
"Hmph, you'd better really be one!"
Mei Terumi gave a soft hum.
This guy is sometimes as deep and cunning as an old fox, and sometimes he's like a child who hasn't grown up.
But in any case, she found herself liking the feeling more and more.
I like walking alongside him, I like watching him greet the villagers, and I like his occasional roguish smile.
Perhaps this is what they call fate.
A few days later, it was New Year's Eve.
The Hidden Mist Village was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and a festive atmosphere filled the air.
The lobby of the administrative center had been transformed into a grand banquet hall. Red lanterns hung high, and gold...
Colorful decorations adorn the space, and the long table is laden with a variety of delicious foods and wines.
Today is New Year's Day, and also the day the Fourth Mizukage officially took office.
Inside the hall, the clan heads, elders, and powerful figures of the various ninja clans of Kirigakure were gathered. The Hozuki clan, the Hoshigaki clan, and...
The Ringo clan, the Minazuki clan, the Kaguya clan—almost every clan that could be named sent representatives.
Gouju Cheng stood in the crowd, smiling, and exchanging pleasantries with the guests.
Mei Terumi remained by his side, never leaving his side. Today, she wore a more formal dress, which made her look even more elegant and refined.
"Lord Cheng, congratulations!"
"Oh, congratulations to you too!"
"Lord Cheng's youthful talent is truly a blessing to our Wuyin!"
"You're quite capable, quite capable indeed! You're too kind!"
"Lord Gojiju, please take care of me from now on!"
"Of course, of course."
Compliments came flooding in, and Gouju Cheng handled them all with ease.
Not far away, Hozuki Mangetsu, Hoshigaki Kisame, Hayashi Yuri, and Minazuki Yuki stood together, all smiling as they watched their captain being surrounded by the crowd.
"Makoto is really amazing." Hozuki Mangetsu exclaimed sincerely, "I used to think he was a real playboy."
"Isn't that what you thought before?" Ringo Amori bluntly exposed her.
"Ahem—that was before, before!" Full Moon scratched her head awkwardly.
Kisame Hoshigaki was taciturn, but a rare smile appeared on his shark face.
Minazuki Yuki stood to the side, her gaze occasionally drifting towards Makoto Karatachi and Mei Terumi before quickly returning to her side, her cool face revealing no emotion.
"The Third Hokage has arrived! The Daimyo has arrived!"
With a loud announcement, the hall gradually quieted down.
All eyes were drawn to the high platform directly in front.
There, a simple yet dignified chair was placed.
The Third Mizukage and the Daimyo of the Land of Water, supported by two guards, slowly walked up the high platform.
The two exchanged a glance, and after the daimyo nodded slightly, the third daimyo spoke first.
"Gentlemen."
"Today is the New Year in Kirigakure, and the beginning of a new era."
"I have been here for decades and have witnessed the rise and fall of the Hidden Mist Sect. Now, I am getting old and my energy is failing. It is time to hand over this heavy responsibility to the younger generation."
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He paused, then looked down at the audience.
"Yagura, step forward."
The crowd automatically parted to make way for a passage.
Yagura walked steadily toward the platform, his face serious, his eyes firm, each step carrying a composure beyond his years.
Upon arriving at the platform, Yagura bowed his head in respect.
The Third Mizukage looked at him, a hint of relief flashing in his eyes.
"Yagura, you have shown extraordinary talent and responsibility since childhood. Over the years, you have made great contributions to Kirigakure. Both your strength and character are more than enough to make you worthy of the position of Mizukage."
"Today, the old man and the daimyo entrust this power to you. We hope that you will prioritize Kirigakure and the villagers, and lead us to a stronger future."
He took off the straw hat that symbolized his identity as the Mizukage and handed it to the daimyo beside him. The daimyo solemnly placed it on Yagura's head.
"I believe you can lead Kirigakure to a better future."
"Thank you, Your Excellency!"
"Yes, from this day forward, you shall be the Fourth Mizukage of Kirigakure!"
As soon as he finished speaking, thunderous applause and cheers erupted in the hall.
Yagura stood up, faced the crowd, and slowly removed his straw hat, revealing his young but resolute face.
His gaze swept across the entire room, finally lingering on Makoto Kojima for a moment before he nodded slightly.
Makoto Koji smiled and nodded in response.
At this moment, the two brothers' eyes met, and without any words, their hearts were already in sync.
"Thank you for the trust of the Third Hokage and the Daimyo, and thank you all for your support."
Yagura's voice was steady and powerful: "I, Yagura Karatachi, will do my utmost to live up to your expectations!"
The applause rang out again and lasted for a long time.
Yagura's gaze swept across the room, finally settling on Makoto Karatachi.
"Acheng."
Gouju Cheng straightened his robes, stepped forward, and nodded slightly.
Yagura looked at him, her eyes filled with complex emotions.
There was relief, gratitude, and a hint of something barely perceptible—
rely?
"Makoto, since the formation of the Mist Blade Squad, you have repeatedly performed outstanding feats and made great contributions to the victory of the Mist Village over the Leaf Village. Whether it was killing the Hokage's son or destroying the Leaf Village's logistics, your name has resounded throughout the ninja world."
"The Third Hokage has appointed you as a hero of Kirigakure, the Blade of the Mizukage, and the assistant to the Mizukage. But with greater rank comes greater power and responsibility. From now on, I hope you will assist me in handling village affairs and continue to lead the Kirigakure Blade Squad, fighting for the peace and strength of Kirigakure!"
Makoto Karatachi looked up and winked at Yagura.
"Thank you for your trust, Fourth Hokage. I will do my utmost to live up to your expectations."
"good!"
The two stood side by side, facing the crowd.
At this moment, the two stars of the Gouju clan shone brightly, and everyone in the entire Wuyin Village knew of them.
In the audience, Gou Juhui's eyes were slightly red.
His son and his nephew now stand atop the Hidden Mist Peak.
At this moment, the glory of the Goji Berry family reached an unprecedented height.
"Good! Good! Good!"
He said "good" three times in a row, tilted his head back and drank the wine in his glass, laughing heartily.
Mei Terumi stood in the crowd, looking at the spirited young man on the stage, a smile unconsciously appearing on her lips.
This man is her fiancé.
That once-mocked playboy is now second only to the leader of the entire Hidden Mist Village.
And she will join hands with him to move towards the future.
The banquet officially started.
Amidst the clinking of glasses and laughter, the entire hall was immersed in a festive atmosphere.
Surrounded by the crowd, Makoto Karimoto was toasted one cup after another. His alcohol tolerance was already astonishing, and in his cheerful mood, he accepted every toast, much to the worry and helplessness of Mei Terumi, who watched from the side.
"Captain, I salute you!"
Hozuki Mangetsu leaned closer, holding a sake glass, a worshipful smile on his face: "From now on, I'll be following you, so don't forget me!"
Gouju Cheng laughed and patted him on the shoulder.
"Don't worry, we, the Mist Blade Squad, will always be brothers!"
Kisame Hoshigaki also came over with a sake glass in hand, a rare genuine smile appearing on his shark-like face.
"Captain, please feel free to give orders if you need anything in the future."
Gouju Cheng looked at him and nodded seriously.
"Kisame, you're a good brother. Let's do something big together."
Ringo Ameyuri squeezed in, raising her glass and shouting, "Captain, I'll toast you! If you don't take me on missions from now on, I'll expose all your embarrassing secrets!"
"What embarrassing thing could I possibly do?" Makoto Koji raised an eyebrow.
"No? Then I'll make up a few!"
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The crowd laughed, and the atmosphere became even more lively.
Minazuki Yuki stood a little distance away, quietly watching this scene, a faint smile appearing on her usually aloof face.
Qing walked over.
"Xue, aren't you going to offer the captain a toast?"
Minazuki Yuki shook her head.
"I'm not used to this kind of occasion."
Qing glanced at her but didn't say anything more.
He knew that the girl's feelings for the captain were probably more than just simple camaraderie; their relationship had progressed rapidly during missions, especially in the Land of Hot Springs.
But----
Looking at Mei Terumi standing next to Makoto Karimoto, Ao could only say that it was very difficult.
Xiaoxue, you need to work hard!