"Let's go. At the village chief's house ahead, as long as we show him this stone, I'm sure he won't drive us away." He understood that the village chief ahead was probably a reasonable man and would not treat them the way he had before.
When they finally reached the village, they found the village chief at the door, sweeping up the fallen leaves that had been blown about.
To the village chief, this was something within his capabilities—a small task that had to be done. Otherwise, the people in the village might have complaints about him.
Seeing this, Uchiha dismissed all the doubts he had held yesterday. He felt that this village chief was quite considerate and could handle other matters properly without relying on any force.
"Hello, Village Chief. We've come again. How are you feeling now?" Uchiha stepped forward and asked after him. At that moment, the village chief set down his cleaning tools.
She adjusted her glasses and saw that Uchiha Hiko was indeed standing before her. She went forward to greet them, knowing that the Second Prince's status was quite special.
The village chief before them did not know what changes had taken place in the Royal Palace, but he clearly understood that since the Eldest Prince had ascended the throne without eliminating the Second Prince, the Second Prince must possess considerable power.
"The Second Prince of the dining hall pays his respects to Lord Uchiha Hiko as well. Thank you for honoring us with your presence. Our humble little village is truly blessed by your arrival." The village chief once again invited them into the house and continued to entertain them as he had yesterday.
"There's no need to trouble yourself, Village Chief. I think you know what we came here for, but this