As the weather gets colder... Although the war has not stopped, Shinobi World has not seen any fierce and large-scale battles during this period.
The pace of the war seems to have slowed down a bit because of the coming of winter, and Five Great Ninja Villages seems to have agreed to take a rest together this winter.
It could also be the calm before the storm. Maybe Five Great Ninja Villages is secretly brewing some big move?!
Therefore, Shinobi World suddenly became much calmer at this time.
Compared with the calm winter, today's Grass Ninja station is quite lively.
After all...
Today is the day to pay wages~
Early in the morning.
Many people came and lined up as required with anticipation and apprehension in their hearts.
to be honest.
Although most of them were brought here by the police, they are now very satisfied to have a stable job and provide food and housing.
But I didn't expect that what the adults Grass Ninja said was true!
I actually get paid!
Therefore, early in the morning, when it was still cold, everyone came and lined up with anticipation and apprehension.
And at this time.
Looking at the familiar scene in front of him... the faces that were both worried and expectant, Kawaisuke, as the person in charge, couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
Back then...
Why isn't he like this?
With no food for the whole family, the whole family followed the leader to Land of Grass with confusion about the future. When the first salary was about to be paid, they were equally anxious and looking forward to it.
Until now... He has returned to this country and became the deputy director of Kusagakure!
No more worries about going hungry or cold!
Kawaisuke had a smile on his face, his eyes seemed to be slightly red, and then he wrapped himself in the raincoat and coat issued by Kusagakure.
Land of Rain's winter is very cold, and it's also raining. Therefore, you need to be protected not only from the cold, but also from the rain.
If it was back then... he should be with Shizuko and Ryukako now... the family is huddled together, enduring hunger and cold at home, looking at the rain outside the window, longing in the heart that the family can survive this winter!
At this time.
He seemed to have remembered something, turned his head and looked behind him, with a gentle smile on his face, and murmured to himself, "Shizuko should be on vacation almost! There will probably be an early vacation over there, and I wonder if Ryukako is studying hard? It's almost time for the exam!"
Although the leader allowed them to take a vacation during the New Year period and go home to see their families, as one of the leaders of the factory here, how could he drop everything and leave at this time?
Therefore, in order to better complete his work, he voluntarily chose to stay and did not go back with the large army.
I just wrote a letter to my wife and Ryukako at home, please help Grass Ninja to take it back!
I don't know if Shizuko or the others have received it?
Just when Kawaisuke was missing his family, the assistant next to him said, "Kawaisuke Deputy Director, it's almost time. It's time to pay wages!"
Because of the special nature of Grass Ninja, the year-end salary payment here is not as lively as it is in Kusagakure.
Everyone lined up quietly, and then received their share of wages based on their names. After that, the person in charge would just explain the arrangements for this period of time.
It is impossible for them to leave here before the war is over!
Of course no one wanted to leave.
Nowadays, there is chaos outside, and wars are happening everywhere. Even Rain Ninja has come here to work. What are they doing after leaving here?
Only a fool leaves!
Not a moment.
When everyone looked at the heavy salary in their hands, their eyes couldn't help but turn red, and then they carefully put the salary in their arms.
This is the first salary they have received in many years!
Think about it, since I came here, not only can I have enough to eat, I can also wear new clothes, I no longer have to worry about being killed by ninjas outside, and... I can still get a salary!
It can be said that this year...
For the first time in so many years, they did not have to go hungry, endure the cold, fear war, and receive wages for the first time.
After hiding their wages close to their bodies, everyone bent down excitedly and shouted gratefully, "Thank you Mr. Kawaisuke!"
"The one you should be grateful to is Leader Mang! Not me! Also, please call me the deputy director!" Hearing everyone's gratitude, the corners of Kawaisuke's lips curled up slightly, and he looked at the scene in front of him with emotion.
Back then... wasn't he like this?
"The factory will also provide meals during the two days of holidays. If you want to buy something, you can go next door and have a look. It is arranged by Mr. Kakuzu. The things are rich, the price is fair, and the quality is guaranteed! In addition, everyone should work hard next year and strive to get [Excellent Employee Award]!"
After briefly explaining what was going to happen next, Kawaisuke said nothing more.
He estimated that this time... everyone would rather go back to their rooms, close their doors, and count their wages.
It was the same with him and Shizuko back then!
In a small room, with Ryukako... a family of three happily counting their wages.
So, it's better not to disturb everyone's happy time at this time!
Kawaisuke looked at the people in front of him again, then turned around and left with his hands behind his hands and a smile.
When he first came here, he was a little worried, even afraid that he might do something wrong and betray the trust placed in him by his superiors.
But during this period of time... he also understood that he only had to do his best to complete his tasks. As for the rest, the superiors would arrange it for him. Therefore, slowly, he no longer felt afraid in his heart!
At this time.
Just when Kawaisuke was about to enter the factory.
"Mr. Kawaisuke? Is that Mr. Kawaisuke?"
"???"
When he heard someone calling him, Kawaisuke stopped and his face was slightly stunned. Then he turned his head and looked at Grass Ninja with the ninja Forehead Protector.
Master Grass Ninja?
What to do with him?
Is there another mission above?
Thinking of this, he walked up.
Unlike when he first saw Grass Ninja, now he doesn't feel intimidated or frightened when he sees Grass Ninja.
With a smile and respect on his face, he said, "Master Grass Ninja, what do you want from me?"
"Are you Mr. Kawaisuke?"
"Yes!"
"Does Ms. Shizuko know?"
"That's my wife! What's wrong?" Kawaisuke was surprised, then said in a panic, "Did something happen?"
"Don't be nervous! I just have your letter!"
Grass Ninja smiled slightly, then lowered his head, as if he was rummaging for something. Kawaisuke took a glance and saw that it was full of letters. He seemed to understand something, and his heart suddenly felt warm.
It seems that Mr. Grass Ninja worked very hard to bring everyone the letter from home!
"Okay! This is your letter, please sign for it! It's time for me to deliver the letter to the next person!"
"Thank you! Good job!"
"Hahaha, for us ninjas... this is nothing, not hard work at all!"
After that Grass Ninja turned around, Kawaisuke still stood there, watching him leave. He didn't lower his head until he disappeared from sight, and looked at the letter written by Shizuko and the others in his hand.
A smile appeared on his face, and he couldn't wait to open it to see what Shizuko and Ryukako had written for him.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but opened the letter directly.
When I looked at the first sentence of the letter, I was suddenly stunned.
I saw it said...
[Dad, I miss you!]
His eyes couldn't help but turn red. He then rubbed his eyes and carefully folded the letter again without looking down.
Then.
He carefully placed it in his arms and walked inside with a smile on his face.
He was going to go back to his room, close his door, and watch quietly by himself!
But nothing was found.
at this time.
Not far away... an old man wearing a gas mask was watching this scene calmly.
And he...
When wages were paid from the factory, I watched them here!
Just watching calmly...