Chapter 252:
Yahiko had short orange hair and a lively, cheerful personality, his demeanor naturally drew people in. It was a type of charisma reminiscent of Nawaki or Naruto, as if his very presence radiated sunlight. He had an energy so inviting that others couldn't help but feel a connection with him.
In the original timeline, he was meant to lead Akatsuki in Amegakure. However, fate had taken a different path. Orochimaru had brought him to the Sound Ninja Village, where he had lived ever since.
Some people in this world had talents that set them apart, and Yahiko was one of those rare individuals.
His combat ability wasn't exceptional. Even after years of training in ninjutsu under Jiraiya, his skills were at best comparable to an average jounin. But his true strength wasn't in physical prowess, it was in his mind. Yahiko had an innate ability to inspire others and make decisive, effective judgments. He had been the emotional backbone of his trio since childhood, possessing leadership qualities that neither Konan nor Nagato could fully match.
Yet, he was only fifteen. It wasn't surprising that Kana doubted whether he could handle the weight of negotiation, especially with someone as powerful as the Fourth Raikage. But with no one else available to consult, she reluctantly brought Yahiko, Nagato, and Konan to the negotiations with Kumogakure.
"A woman?" A frowned, his sharp gaze settling on Chana, who had appeared as the leader of the Sound Ninja Village at the border of the Land of Sound.
He hadn't expected this. A frail woman leading the village?
But something quickly struck him as odd. Chana's behavior and speech didn't carry the commanding aura of someone in charge, nor did she exude the presence of a powerful shinobi.
"Are you seriously the leader of the Sound Ninja Village?" A's confusion was evident.