Chapter 241
Of course, the most likely scenario is... the daimyo's relatives will flock to him, become the new daimyo, and rule the country.
However.
The true heir to the daimyo title should be the priestess's daughter... namely, "Shion".
"I..."
Upon hearing Akito mention her husband, the shrine maiden's face immediately turned grim.
Her suppressed emotions finally erupted, her eyes quickly reddened, and tears streamed down her face.
It is precisely because she deeply loves her husband that she... does this.
Seeing this still somewhat humane reaction, Akito knew he couldn't be 100% certain about the priestess's situation.
Because she has a 50% chance of being Kotoamatsukami.
There's a 50% chance they'll be possessed by a demon.
"Tell me, how do you intend to compensate Amegakure?"
If I hadn't arrived in time, Asuka and Pakura would have been in grave danger.
"I can... contribute all the Sealing Jutsu I know." The priestess nodded and immediately gave her answer.
A 1000-year legacy.
The Sealing Jutsu of the priestess lineage certainly have sufficient advantages, biases, and characteristics.
"Can ordinary people without blood ties learn this?"
Incorporating the shrine maiden's Sealing Jutsu into the Amegakure system would certainly be a good idea.
"Yes, yes..."
The priestess nodded.
"Some Sealing Jutsu require a unique bloodline. Others... are at a level that ordinary people can learn..."
"Take the time to copy the Sealing Jutsu. I'll be staying here for the next few days."
The Akito told the priestess his plans.
"Furthermore, the Land of Demons is leaderless and needs a new daimyo. The rightful heir to the deceased daimyo is your daughter, 'Shion'."
"No, you can't!"
The priestess immediately shook her head.
He clearly didn't want his daughter to become a political sacrifice.
Because she knew very well that once her daughter came to power, she would become a puppet to be manipulated at will.
She had already decided to give up her inheritance rights...
"Why not? Is it because you don't want to, or because you haven't truly considered your daughter's feelings?"
The Akito went directly to the front of the main hall and walked up step by step.
"If your daughter, Shion, relinquishes her inheritance rights, it means your husband's other relatives will take over. Perhaps they'll trust you both, perhaps... they won't. Assuming they trust you, your daughter can grow up safely, but then what? Become a breeding machine like you, giving birth to the next priestess? Don't dream about it. The Moryo is dead, and the mission of your priestess lineage is over. As a mother, you should truly consider your daughter's future!"
The Akito rebuked him.
"Her father went astray, and now you want to push your daughter into the fire again? She should have been enjoying all the love and affection, but now that she has lost her father, she still has to continue this bullshit witch's destiny?"
The Akito waved his hand and lifted the curtain.
We went straight inside.
The priestess sat on a prayer mat, dressed in a magnificent and solemn white robe with gold trim.
Wearing a golden hat.
It appeared... particularly solemn and magnificent.
It is also different from that of ordinary high-ranking officials and nobles.
Rather, it possesses a transcendent... unique charm.
That noble, dignified, and ethereal quality... was something the Akito had never seen in any other woman.
"Make your daughter a daimyo, and I will clear away all obstacles for her. That way, the remnants of the Land of Demons Ninja Group will obey your daughter and won't harm her. You... understand?"
Besides Yomi, a small number of Land of Demons Ninja Group also roam the area.
To pacify the Land of Demons.
It was essential for Shion to become a female daimyo.
--Like the Kazahana Koyuki snowflakes.
"And as an apology to you, and in return for my help... the Land of Demons will become an ally of my Land of Rain, just as the Land of Snow and we have a relationship..."
The Akito directly determined everything.
Even a priestess cannot refute absolute power.
Soon, Akito sent the intelligence back to Amegakure.
To put Asuka and Pakura at ease.
The letter stated that she would stay there for a few days to await the result of Shion's coronation as daimyo.
That evening.
The daimyo's relatives came to his door to discuss the succession of the new daimyo.
They seem to be quite clever; they didn't stage a coup or anything like that.
After the Akito demonstrated its strength, they engaged in "friendly" talks.
It has been confirmed that Shion will become the daimyo of the Land of Demons.
After the meeting, the dignitaries were allowed to rest.
Little Shion sat beside her mother, her face blank.
She still didn't know exactly what had happened.
"Shion..."
The priestess stroked her daughter's hair; her long, light platinum blonde hair made her look like a true priestess.
"Mother..."
Shion glanced at her mother, then looked at the mysterious and cold-blooded Akito.
Finally, a naive question was asked.
"Are you... my father?"
Witch: "..."
"Why do you ask that?" Akito stepped forward and stared at Shion.
A rare smile appeared on his lips.
"Because... you have the power to decide who becomes the new daimyo, which means you are the most powerful person in this country. And Mother said that Father is the person with supreme power in this country..."
After thinking for a moment, Shion spoke these words using the limited thinking that comes to mind at her age.
"I'm sorry, I'm not your father."
The Akito shook his head.
"However, for you, I can be someone no less important than your father..."
Akito spoke, he gave the priestess beside him a meaningful look.
The latter immediately lowered her head and whispered to Shion not to speak carelessly.
"Oh..."
Shion nodded, looking bewildered.
"But... I don't know if I want to be a daimyo..."
Shion was somewhat troubled.
"Then tell me, what is it that you want?" the Akito continued to ask.
Although Shion was just a child, the Akito did not look down on her in the slightest.
This action terrified the priestess even more.
Because she feared that the Akito had some even more cruel plans.
"I... I..."
Shion thought for a moment.
"At first, I wanted to learn barrier and Sealing Jutsu from my mother... Now, I want to become a powerful ninja!"
"Can."
The Akito nodded.
"Let's make a trade, Shion. You become a daimyo, and I'll teach you how to be a ninja. How about it?"
"Okay, it's a deal."
Shion nodded vigorously, reaching an agreement with Akito.
169. Did the Daimyo of the Land of Demons die in vain?
Preparations for the coronation ceremony of the Daimyo of the Land of Demons began in an orderly manner.
Following... the Land of Snow.
The Land of Demons will also fall into the hands of the Akito.
Although this country is a small, tiny nation.
But having one more is much better than having one less.
The Land of Demons is blessed with beautiful mountains and clear waters, and is not lacking in natural resources.
Many things are waiting to be discovered.
As a resource-rich country, it is a rather pleasant, secluded paradise.
The death of the Moryo brought the country into a permanent era of peace.
In the future, we will provide a stable supply of resources to the Land of Rain.
In exchange, their livelihoods will also improve.
From a period similar to the Heian period, we have developed to a level that meets international standards.
Meanwhile...
Konoha, thousands of kilometers away.
It took almost a week.
Itachi returned to the village.
The first thing he did upon returning to the village was, naturally, to report to his superior, Danzo.
Danzo, a high-ranking Danzo in Konoha High Command, an advisor to the Hokage, and also the commander of the Anbu.
Naturally, the weasel has command authority.
In the dark office, after Danzo stating his demands...
Itachi's eyes widened in disbelief. "You mean... you want me to cover up Shisui's true cause of death and make it look like suicide?!"
"Think about your people."
Danzo said calmly.
"Given that they were on the verge of a coup, what do you think they would think once they learned that Shisui Uchiha died on this long-distance mission..."