C91 What Are You Bragging About?

In the midst of his dire straits, every sound seemed to echo a hundredfold in his ears.

The sound initially brought a glimmer of hope to his heart, but upon laying eyes on Yang Ming, his expression quickly turned icy.

"Pfft..."

The people around him first stared at Yang Ming in shock, then couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"Hey, kid, whose child are you? You look like you're still half asleep!"

"Such a youngster, probably hasn't even grown into his clothes yet. Move along, this isn't a place for kids to chime in!"

Several Frost Ninjas were about to shoo Yang Ming away.

"I am Gekka Ming, a Junior Ninja from the Grass Country. Our nations have always been allies. Is this your way of welcoming guests? Besides, I didn't come here uninvited; Koyo asked me to join her."

Yang Ming responded calmly, in the face of the crowd's disdain.

"A Grass Ninja? A Junior Ninja that young?"

"Koyo invited you?"

The crowd was taken aback by his words. They glanced at the Grass Ninja headband atop Yang Ming's head, then all eyes turned to Koyo.

Koyo was visibly taken aback.

"To be a Junior Ninja at such a young age speaks to an impressive presence; you're destined for greatness."

Master Hundred Streams regarded Yang Ming with a mix of surprise and respect, then nodded in acknowledgment.

"The Grass Ninja have always had a strong rapport with us Frost Ninja. If you've achieved the rank of Junior Ninja so young, you must possess exceptional talent. We can't treat you like just anyone. So, tell us, what's your plan for reviving these Frosty Madness Ginsengs?"

"Master Hundred Streams!"

The crowd murmured, confused by the sudden shift in Master Hundred Streams' demeanor, but then understanding dawned as they noticed Kawabata Nozomu nearby.

The Grass Ninja and Frost Ninja have long been on friendly terms; it would be improper to be discourteous to a visitor from the Grass Country.

Especially in the presence of Kawabata Nozomu!

Kawabata Nozomu was no minor figure; his master was Chidzuru Koichi, a name that stood alongside the likes of Mifune and Hanzou.

Moreover, he was an unparalleled expert.

Realizing this, Frost Kage quickly came to his senses.

"Mr. Kawabata, my apologies for the earlier disrespect!"

He was expressing regret for his previous impoliteness.

"Truly, Master Hundred Streams is seasoned and wise. I nearly neglected such a distinguished guest!"

The others caught on and admired Master Hundred Streams with respect.

"Indeed, Master Hundred Streams is not only second to none in medical ninja techniques in the Ninja World, but he also handles affairs with exceptional thoroughness. Were it not for his advanced age, he would be far more than just a medical ninja!"

"To have both Lord Frost Kage and Master Hundred Streams is the supreme privilege of our Frost Country!"

"Yes, indeed!"

All eyes were on Master Hundred Streams with reverence, while Yang Ming had been all but forgotten.

Yet, someone had taken notice of Yang Ming.

"What a clueless kid. Lord Kawabata represents the Grass Country, and every word and deed of his reflects on our nation. The situation needn't have been this embarrassing; it's all because of this child who knows nothing, yet dares to claim he can revive the Frosty Madness Ginseng. Even Master Hundred Streams is at a loss—what could a mere child accomplish?"

"Exactly, he's just a little braggart. His ninja headband is likely nothing more than a toy. And him, a five-year-old Junior Ninja? Could that even be possible?"

"Impossible, of course. Looking across the Ninja World, the youngest known Junior Ninja is Konoha's prodigy, Kakashi, who achieved the rank at seven years old upon graduating from the Ninja School. Could he possibly surpass Kakashi's talent?"

These Frost Ninjas scoffed dismissively.

They didn't believe a word Yang Ming said, convinced he was just boasting.