Ran's anxiety over his country stemmed precisely from this.
If there were parasites, they could simply be cut away decisively. But spiritual problems needed to be changed bit by bit; they could not be resolved overnight.
That was why he had such a headache. This was different from the Uzumaki Clan's situation.
They had the awareness to save themselves, but the Land of Whirlpools did not. So there was no point even talking about introducing something like the Star Plan.
Even if stars were sent directly into the Land of Whirlpools, no one would spare them a glance.
Because they had already grown accustomed to living on their own little island, believing that the Land of Whirlpools was all there was.
"Don't worry. Every problem has to be solved bit by bit, and the Land of Whirlpools' situation isn't beyond saving."
Ran nodded bitterly. "Yes, it's just very hard to set right. But even so, for the sake of the country and its people, I have to keep trying."
"If even I, their Daimyo, give up on them, then who will save them?"
Ōnoki immediately raised a thumbs-up. "Not bad. You're a responsible young man. No wonder Torikaze thinks so highly of you."
"If you run into any difficulties in the future, just tell us at Iwagakure. As long as it's something we can help with, we certainly won't be vague about it. The other Kage and Torikaze are here to bear witness, so I can't go back on my word."
Ran was rather surprised. Saying that in front of so many people was completely different from making empty promises during a private chat.
If Ōnoki failed to honor his promise later, he would lose credibility before the other Kage. That was what important figures feared most.
They would rather