Chapter 249: Mei Terumi's Decision

But they also knew in their hearts that facing Naruto's powerful strength, their chances of winning were slim.

The atmosphere was extremely tense, as if a war could break out at any time.

Yu Gao was extremely anxious as he watched the two sides in a stalemate.

He didn't want to see a war started because of him, and he didn't want to put Naruto and the others in danger.

Mei Terumi's gaze slowly swept over the surrounding ninjas, and she clearly felt Naruto's power in her heart.

She knew very well that even if Naruto and his group were forced to stay at this moment, the Hidden Mist Village would pay a heavy price.

Looking at Naruto's appearance at this moment, the information transmitted from the Hidden Cloud Village two years ago involuntarily emerged in her mind.

He was a mysterious young man wearing an ice sculpture mask. He fought against the two tailed beasts and the Raikage alone. Ordinary ninjas didn't even have the chance to get close to him. They were frozen by the solid ice and had no power to fight back.

Mei Terumi's eyes swept back and forth between the young man Naruto in front of her, and then looked at the surrounding buildings covered with solid ice. She became more and more certain in her heart, isn't this the young man who caused such a big fuss in the Hidden Cloud Village back then?

The figure of the mysterious boy wearing the ice sculpture mask gradually overlapped with Naruto at this time, with the same powerful aura and the same terrifying strength.

Mei Terumi couldn't help but fall into deep thought. Facing such a person, the Hidden Mist Village really couldn't act rashly this time.

If they were forced to stay, the Hidden Mist Village would probably fall into an unbearable disaster.

She pursed her lips slightly, her eyes revealing a complex look, showing both fear of Naruto's strength and worry about the future of the Hidden Mist Village.

Then she seemed to have made a decision, and sighed helplessly, "I can let you go, and Yu Gao can go with you, but you have to tell me your purpose."

Naruto was slightly stunned when he heard what Mei Terumi said. He didn't expect Mei Terumi to suddenly change her mind.

He looked at Mei Terumi, his eyes revealing determination and sincerity.

"Lord Mizukage, you also know the usual situation of Jinchuriki in the village. They are often regarded as weapons and strictly controlled. They have no real freedom and respect. I just want Yugao to live a normal life, no longer bound, and be able to freely choose his own path." Naruto said sincerely.

Mei Terumi frowned slightly. She was of course aware of the situation of the Jinchuriki in the village.

As the Mizukage, she has also been trying to balance the relationship between the Jinchūriki and the village. "You are right, the fate of the Jinchūriki is indeed bumpy. But Yugao is an important force in the Hidden Mist Village after all, I can't let him go easily."

Naruto continued, "Mizukage-sama, I understand your concerns. But I can assure you that Yugao and I will not become enemies of the Hidden Mist Village. If one day the Hidden Mist Village needs his strength, we will definitely come back to help. Moreover, if Yugao leaves, perhaps he can find better opportunities for growth outside, become stronger, and better serve the Hidden Mist Village in the future."

Mei Terumi was silent for a moment, thinking about Naruto's words.

She knew that what Naruto said had a point, and she also felt Naruto's sincerity towards his friends.

Finally, she nodded slowly. "Okay, I believe you. Yu Gao can go with you, but you must remember your promise."

Naruto nodded slightly, then took out a talisman and handed it to Terumi Mei, saying: "Mizukage-sama, if anything happens in the village in the future, you just need to tear up this talisman. I will appear at the first moment."

Mei Terumi took the talisman, looked at it carefully, and a hint of surprise and relief appeared in her eyes.

She could feel the sincerity and responsibility in Naruto's words.

"Okay, boy, I'll remember your promise. I hope you'll keep your word." Mei Terumi said solemnly.

Naruto nodded slightly, his eyes firm. "Don't worry, Mizukage-sama, I will keep my word."

Yu Gao looked at this scene and was deeply moved.

He knew that Naruto made this promise for his sake.

"Naruto, thank you." Yugao said softly.

Naruto smiled and said, "We are friends, this is what I should do. Now, let's go."

At this moment, Mei Terumi looked at the group that was about to leave and asked, "Boy, tell me your name."

Naruto turned his head slightly. Indra, three words slowly came out of his mouth.

Terumi Mei held the talisman tightly, her mind full of thoughts.

She thought back to her earlier confrontation with Naruto and couldn't help but feel thankful that she had made the right decision.

She was deeply shocked by Naruto's powerful strength, and the magnanimity and responsibility he showed also made her look at him with admiration.

At this time, the ninjas of the Hidden Mist Village also breathed a sigh of relief.

They knew very well that if they clashed with Naruto, the consequences would be disastrous.

Now, although he lost the Jinchuriki Yugao, he got Naruto's promise, which is undoubtedly a huge gain.

In the days to come, Mei Terumi knew that the Hidden Mist Village would face various dangers and difficulties.

And this talisman will become a solid protection for the Hidden Mist Village.

She believed that as long as this "Indra" was there, the Hidden Mist Village would have a strong backing.

At this time, Qing came forward. Although the aura Naruto had just exuded was very strong, he still looked at Terumi Mei in confusion and asked, "Lord Mizukage, are we just going to let them go like this?"

Mei Terumi tilted her head slightly, looked at Qing, and said solemnly: "Qing, you should have also felt that powerful aura. This young man named Emperor Shitian has unfathomable strength. If we force them to stay, the Hidden Mist Village will suffer huge losses. Moreover, he gave us a promise. This talisman may become an important guarantee for us in the future."

Qing frowned, still a little unwilling, "But, Jinchūriki is very important to our village, it's a pity to let him go like this."

Mei Terumi sighed softly, "I understand your concerns, but we must weigh the pros and cons. The current situation is complicated, and we can't lose the big picture for the sake of the small. Moreover, Yugao may be able to have a better development outside, and may be able to bring greater help to the Hidden Mist Village in the future. In addition, have you forgotten the Ice Sorrow who attacked the Hidden Cloud Village two years ago?"

Qing was silent for a moment, as if trying to recall: "The death of ice, the death of ice—Emperor Shitian."

At this moment Qing suddenly came to his senses and couldn't help swallowing.

Then Qing continued slowly: "Lord Mizukage has considered everything. It is me who has not considered enough."

Mei Terumi's gaze lingered for a long time on the direction where Naruto and the others left, her thoughts surging in her heart.

She knew very well that in this turbulent ninja world, every decision could affect the future of the Hidden Mist Village.

By letting Naruto and the others go, although they lost the Jinchuriki Yutaka, they also gained Naruto's promise. This might be an opportunity.

"Ao, pass the order down and let the ninjas in the village step up their alert. At the same time, pay close attention to the movements of other villages and report any abnormal situations to me immediately." Mei Terumi said seriously.

Qing took the order and left, while Terumi Mei continued to stare into the distance, her uneasiness growing stronger.

She could sense that a huge storm was approaching, and the Hidden Mist Village had to be fully prepared.

In this ninja world full of challenges and opportunities, every village is working hard for its own survival and development.

Mei Terumi understands that only by constantly strengthening herself and uniting her allies can she stand firm in this storm.