But things were different now. Of Ashina's nine sons, six were involved in the rebellion.
Some were deeply involved, while others were merely skirting the edges.
But once the Daimyo stepped down, every one of them would definitely fight for the position!
By then, it would not be something that could end in a year or two. The entire Land of Whirlpools would likely be split into six parts and descend into endless chaos until a true Daimyo was finally chosen.
But by then, the Land of Whirlpools would surely be battered and devastated. Could it still even be called a country?
"I understand everyone's concern for the nation and its people, but please do not panic. The Daimyo commands sixty percent of the country's elite ninja, so it is naturally impossible for him to be forced to abdicate."
"At most, some negotiations will be reached. After all, the country's various resources and economy are all controlled by these parasites. To make them loosen their grip, there must be some show of goodwill."
Second Prince: "I agree with this gentleman. Right now, there is nothing we can do. We are even merely guessing why the Daimyo invited these parasites to a banquet. We should first hold our ground and not panic too much."
The Second Prince in the Land of Whirlpools Library put down his phone.
He walked alone to the window and watched smoke rise from the kitchens of the Daimyo Estate, feeling an inexplicable sense of calm.
He sensed no danger, nor did he have the slightest premonition that the Land of Whirlpools was about to fall apart.
"What exactly are you planning, Ran? Since more than a year ago, you have become somewhat impossible for me to see through. And now that you have acted, it is