It was only because of this that Minato had been able to learn what had happened in the Land of Whirlpools. After Torikaze heard Minato's news, he chose to come and take a look.
The facts proved that Torikaze had been right to make the trip.
Although Ran was young, he was indeed on a completely different level from his father and those uncles.
His abilities in every respect far surpassed theirs.
"Tomohiro, what do you think of this Daimyo?"
Torikaze asked after leaving the Daimyo Estate.
"I think he's quite impressive. To possess such a mind at such a young age, he's an exceptionally outstanding young man."
Then he sighed. "If my family had a young heir like that, I'd be laughing in my dreams."
Torikaze shook his head slightly. "It can't be helped. The Land of Whirlpools has been building itself up overseas for so many years, while your family declined for so long. Now that you're setting sail again, you'll naturally have to put in more effort."
Tomohiro understood that as well. He was merely feeling sentimental.
He had gone to great lengths to cultivate an heir. He did not know when he would finally be able to retire completely.
Led by an attendant, Torikaze and Tomohiro arrived at the apartment meant for Konoha's distinguished guests. Its exterior was indeed no different from those in Konoha—square and orderly.
Torikaze pushed open the door. The room was neat and bright, and every electrical appliance was Amado's latest design.
Torikaze was very satisfied with this.
"It seems he put some thought into this. Perhaps he had been planning how to restore relations with Konoha ever since he became Daimyo."
Everything Ran did was for the better development of the Land of Whirlpools, and Torikaze fully approved of that approach.