Chapter 138

Hiruzen Sarutobi has resigned from his position as the Third Hokage.

However, he will temporarily handle village affairs until the fourth generation is chosen.

Shikaku Nara's experiences in Amegakure.

This once again proves that Amakawa Akito is a highly dangerous individual.

--Just like Hanzo of the Salamander and Nagato.

However, he is more extreme than the former two.

Whether in words or thoughts.

They are all trying to overturn the various ironclad rules of this ninja world.

"Sarutobi, we must choose Fourth Hokage immediately."

Mitokado Homura frowned.

The current situation no longer allows Konoha to delay any longer.

A new Hokage must be chosen immediately to extinguish the Uchiha's ambitions.

The best course of action would be to use the Uchiha to attack Amegakure.

In this way, the village's internal and external troubles can be resolved.

"I have already informed Amegakure of what happened in Sunagakure."

Danzo to the side, his face expressionless.

But secretly, he was delighted.

Because his colleague... the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, had finally stepped down.

Next, if Orochimaru, whom I've been supporting, has any hope of being competent.

The entire village will fall into his hands.

My long-held dream... is finally about to come true.

However, Danzo also knew that Orochimaru's reputation was somewhat problematic.

It's still hard to say who will become the fourth generation.

After some discussion.

The three senior executives made the decision.

This afternoon, Utatane Koharu and the Jonin stationed at the border between the Land of Rain and the Land of Fire will withdraw.

Take advantage of this gap.

He announced to the villagers that the election ceremony for the Fourth Hokage was officially beginning.

Mitokado Homura: "Inform her daughter of the news of Shinku Yuhi's death."

Danzo: "As for the lull during the election period, I will inform our allies... Ryugakure Village, and have them send troops to harass the borders of the Land of Rain."

Hokage selection.

Besides bringing the daimyo from the capital of the Land of Fire.

They also need to summon all the Jonin back to the village to participate in the vote.

This would inevitably give Amegakure an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.

Therefore... inciting the Ryugakure Village to send troops to the Land of Rain is a suitable delaying tactic.

"Will Ryugakure Village listen to me?" Hiruzen Sarutobi felt uneasy.

Although Ryugakure Village is a small ninja village.

However, its national strength is comparable to that of the Land of Rain, and its economy is even more prosperous.

Relying on natural barriers.

Ryugakure Village survived three Shinobi World Wars unscathed and still stands strong.

With the power of the "Seven-Tails" and the "Hero Water," they have turned the tide of battle many times.

There are numerous instances of foreign countries forcibly attacking Ryugakure.

In the end, however, he could only leave in disgrace.

For this reason, Konoha's strategy was to form an alliance and then peacefully evolve it, weakening the power of Ryugakure.

How to put it.

Both the Seven-Tails and the Hero Water are powerful weapons.

It would be too extravagant for a small country to have that in its hands.

"That's why we need to force them to send troops."

Danzo said with a gloomy expression.

War is not just about defeating the enemy.

We also need to weaken our alliances.

Use this opportunity to weaken Ryugakure Village even further, causing both Longyin and Amegakure to suffer heavy losses, thus benefiting Konoha...

Afternoon.

After finishing her training, Kurenai Yuhi returned home, feeling somewhat uneasy.

She looked at the potted plants she had cultivated by the window.

One of the potted plants was placed in a transparent glass vase.

It was a quiet afternoon, and there wasn't a sound in the room.

But suddenly...

Click

The glass vase... cracked.

Knock knock knock.

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Kurenai Yuhi looked at the vase, a growing unease in her heart. "They've arrived."

She quickly left the living room, went to the entryway, and opened the door.

Instead of his father returning home, he was greeted by... Shikaku Nara was on a mission with his father.

"Mr. Shikaku..."

A hint of hesitation lingered on Kurenai Yuhi's chubby, pretty face.

Shikaku Nara's expression darkened. After a moment of contemplation, he said, "Kurenai Yuhi... your father, Mr. Shinku Yuhi... has fallen in battle."

Thump.

Kurenai Yuhi collapsed to the ground.

She was stunned for a moment, then burst into tears.

Shikaku Nara stood there, his face somewhat pale.

The fault for this mission lies with Konoha.

However, the official narrative was that "the evil Amegakure violated the international rule of not killing envoys and cruelly murdered diplomat Shinku Yuhi."

This is politics, this is... reality.

The seeds of hatred will be sown in the heart of this young girl.

Then one day it will grow into a forest of thorns.

For the sake of the village's politics and interests.

She will harbor unfounded hatred and loathing for the ninjas of Amegakure...

At the same time, in Amegakure.

"Pakura hasn't been in a good mood these past few days... she seems... particularly violent."

Guren carefully chose her words.

Two days ago, during the diplomatic incident, Sunagakure not only failed to admit their mistake, but also shifted the blame to Amegakure, claiming that Pakura had been controlled by Genjutsu.

How could Pakura not be furious?

It is obvious that Rasa and the elders of Sunagakure are in cahoots, distorting the truth.

It's obvious they're trying to screw her over.

Negative emotions accumulate in the heart, becoming increasingly violent.

The hatred and pain that had nowhere to go made Pakura's personality become awkward.

"This is a good thing."

Akito casually remarked.

Without experiencing extreme hatred, Pakura would never have seen the true nature of Sunagakure.

In the end, she was verbally sparred by her disciple Maki, in just a few words; that would have been a joke.

Only through a deeper, more profound experience can one truly understand the cruelty of reality.

Only then will Pakura understand.

What's gone is gone.

Even the last glimmer of hope in one's heart will be extinguished.

"Just keep an eye on her, make sure she doesn't cause any major trouble."

No matter how extreme Pakura is, it's fine.

Because this is controllable.

When the time comes, you can cast the Dark Chakra Formula on her again to absorb negative emotions.

"As for Miss Asuka, the 'Five-Seal Barrier' has been successfully cast... She made some minor modifications, feeling it should be even stronger, so..."

Guren raised her head, her eyes blank.

"She turned the Five-Seal Barrier into a 'Six-Seal Barrier'..."

Akito: "..."

I really didn't expect someone who was proficient in Sealing Jutsu.

Asuka's sudden inspiration and "casual" modifications were an insurmountable obstacle for ordinary ninjas.

"All you need to do is activate it with Chakra in the past..."

After Guren finished her report, she glanced at Akito.

"Okay, I'll be right there."

The Akito were in high spirits.

Asuka is not only skilled in "sensory perception," but also has a talent for "Sealing Jutsu," which is truly... impressive.

Try to win her favor more often.

Then, one day, we'll make her the same as Guren.

74. Black Prison

Guren followed Akito into the underground space.

They prepared to activate the "Six-Seal Barrier" set up by Asuka.

"The structure here seems to have changed slightly?"