Heavy snow fell from the sky again.
Land of Fire Elder was riding in a carriage, and the sound of the carriage galloping on the road made bursts of sounds.
However, there was deathly silence inside the carriage.
Grand Elder's calm face in the past has been completely distorted and deformed, and the scar under his right eye still has blood stains, which makes his expression even more ferocious.
Yes, he had just escaped death with his remaining family.
The family was eating hot pot and singing songs on the carriage when they were intercepted and killed by a group of elite and heavily armed ninjas. If it weren't for the dozens of guards following them who had been desperately resisting, Grand Elder felt that his body would have been dismembered by now when he was assassinated.
Grand Elder deeply felt the powerlessness of ordinary people facing ninjas.
As ordinary people, they are like chickens waiting to be slaughtered, but ninjas can easily kill them with just a move of their fingers.
This feeling is terrible and uncomfortable.
He has always been an aloof being, and even a village of shadows must respect him respectfully. However, this is the reality.
This time he had a thrilling walk on the edge of death!
Land of Fire Elder, who was both shocked and angry, met Daimyo as quickly as possible, not even caring about the dignity he usually cared about.
As soon as he heard that it was Grand Elder who was asking for an urgent meeting, Feudal Lord of the Land of Fire did not hesitate and quickly received him.
"Your Highness, someone wants to kill me!
"My beloved wife is dead, my youngest son is dead, my granddaughter... even me..."
The first time I saw Feudal Lord of the Land of Fire.
Grand Elder started shouting and couldn't help but burst into tears as he spoke.
His current condition is very bad, the joy of escaping from death has disappeared, replaced by endless sorrow.
I survived!
But his family, especially his beloved wife, his beloved youngest son, and his granddaughter... all died at the hands of ninjas.
Feudal Lord of the Land of Fire's face quickly turned ugly.
Grand Elder-level ministers were assassinated by ninjas, but this was an extremely rare case in Warring States Period.
Now there is peace in Land of Fire. The domestic ninja forces have either been absorbed by Konoha or absorbed by Akatsuki Ninja, and those who stray from Rogue Ninja have all turned into street rats under the joint strangulation of these two ninjas.
Now a group of ninjas appeared from nowhere to assassinate Grand Elder's family.
There is absolutely no way this is the work of a rogue Rogue Ninja!
Someone was deliberately plotting this assassination.
But this isn't an assassination attempt on Grand Elder, it's clearly a slap in the face!
"Reverse!!"
"It's all the opposite!!!"
"Catch!! Catch all these people and the masterminds behind the scenes, don't let any of them go!"
"Call Hokage, call Light Shadow, and ask them to check it for me!!
At this time, Feudal Lord of the Land of Fire's chest was filled with rage, his cheeks were red, and he looked extremely excited.
The attendants waiting outside the door lowered their heads shivering one by one, looking at their noses and hearts, not daring to make any sound.
Wait until you vent for a while.
Only then did Daimyo regain his senses. He leaned on the chair and looked at the embarrassed Grand Elder.
"Grand Elder, who do you think took action this time?"
"It's Akatsuki Ninja Village...
Akatsuki Ninja Village's name was mentioned first.
No way.
Uchiha Makoto has a criminal record and is so daring. He has trampled on the red line once, and if he does it again now, it will just add another sin to his body.
Facing Daimyo's inquiry, Land of Fire Elder did not speak immediately. He carefully recalled the details of the time in his mind.
It's a pity that everything happened suddenly, and these memories cannot allow Grand Elder to draw any useful conclusions.
At that time, in the flash of lightning, one of the guards beside him died on the spot, and the only memory left was of running away.
The only thing that impressed Grand Elder was the mask of "Nine of Circles".
Now he can only analyze and make logical deductions based on his past experiences... If he dies, who will benefit from it?
Akatsuki Ninja Village?
To be fair, Grand Elder believes that he maintains a relatively good relationship with Akatsuki Ninja Village. Their family's business has increasingly increased contacts with Akatsuki Ninja Village.
... Who doesn't like money?
But this is actually a statement.
However, the suspicion on Akatsuki Ninja Village has not been cleared yet.
After all, he secretly contacted Uchiha Clan behind Uchiha Makoto's back, secretly made suggestions to the Uchiha Clan, and launched several rounds of political attacks on the Senju Clan.
Grand Elder is also confident that he has done this matter airtight, even if it is Uchiha Clan, he has taken care of everything.
But what if?
There are no absolutes in this world.
But he still couldn't figure it out for a while.
Even if he was leaked to Uchiha Makoto by the Uchiha Clan and those Clan Elder, this should not be the reason for the Uchiha Clan to assassinate his whole family.
I am helping Uchiha Clan!
With an idea blocked, Grand Elder quickly changed his mind and targeted Konoha.
Compared to Akatsuki Ninja Village.
Konoha is more likely to launch an assassination.
Senju Clan... They suspect...
But Grand Elder still can't figure out some things in his mind.
Hashirama Senju doesn't look like this kind of person. He is obviously Hokage, and his own strength is still so strong. If he wants to resolve the dispute, he doesn't need to take action against himself.
Could it be Tobirama Senju?
But he has the courage and strength to do something to himself?
Isn't he afraid that Uchiha Clan will take this opportunity to stab him again?
If you're not careful... it could be a disaster.
This is really strange!
Konoha, Akatsuki Ninja Village, although the key suspects are all suspected of committing the crime, the motives for committing the crime are unexplainable.
It can't really be that a group of wanderers who don't know where they came from Rogue Ninja have the guts to attack your own family?
Land of Fire Elder had so many thoughts in his mind that he felt as if he was in a fog.
Who would have thought that this assassination was the work of a pair of sworn enemies who secretly colluded and planned together!
"Your Highness... I am not a ninja, and I cannot identify the origin of ninjas...
"But this time, I must find out the truth."
"If I don't avenge this revenge, how can I have the dignity to continue to stay in the position of Grand Elder!"
Land of Fire Elder couldn't figure it out for the moment, so he just stopped thinking about it.
No matter who is behind this incident, he must make the person behind it pay the due price.
"Grand Elder, I will give an order and this matter will be thoroughly investigated!"
"Thank you, Your Highness!"
Grand Elder nodded with red eyes.
At this point, he can only do so much.
I just feel sorry for his wife and son...
The dejected Grand Elder finally left Daimyo's bedroom, and Daimyo looked at Grand Elder's back with an indescribable feeling.
Thanks to the rapid development of the media industry.
As soon as the news broke that Land of Fire Elder's family was assassinated by ninjas, it instantly became the focus of the entire Land of Fire.
When such evil deeds occurred during such a joyful celebration of the festival, not only the nobles were filled with indignation, but also ordinary people became angry. It can be said that it ignited the anger of the entire Land of Fire, and the pressure soon came to Konoha and Akatsuki Ninja Village.
The one who is most nervous right now is Tobirama Senju... In fact, since the day Danzo returned from completing his mission, he has never stopped feeling nervous.
He even thought about silence for a time.
Yes.
That is to kill all the insiders of this matter.
However, this thought was dismissed by him not long after it appeared.
If you want to do such a heinous thing without leaving any evidence, the ninja who does it must be powerful and loyal to Senju Senma.
Such a confidant cannot be killed.
Of course... it would be a very stupid thing to silence him now.
Grand Elder's whole family had just been assassinated, and Konoha Anbu had killed several Anbu Ninja inexplicably. Anyone could see that there was something wrong with this.
And now things are developing in the most dangerous direction.
The news of the assassination of Land of Fire's family is still spreading in Land of Fire, and public resentment is boiling. Daimyo has personally conveyed the order, asking Hokage and Light Shadow to lead a team to personally investigate the matter.
Moreover, Uchiha Clan is also gearing up for Konoha, claiming that he must seek justice for Land of Fire Elder's family and kill the thieves with his own hands!
Tobirama Senju's big heart was beating fast because of this.
So, after much thought, he decided to contact Uchiha Makoto overnight. He, Light Shadow, and the mastermind behind the scenes, should also play a role.
"Tobirama Senju, do you have a problem with me?"
"I've been very busy recently. I can't even sleep well. A lot of scared nobles have almost filled my office. They demand to solve the case as quickly as possible, which makes me have to work overtime!"
"I'm obviously already on vacation... it's really distressing."
Tobirama Senju hasn't had time to speak.
Uchiha Makoto's complaints came from the shadow in front of him, complaining about working overtime... Although Uchiha Makoto often works overtime, it is really painful to have to work overtime during the New Year.
Obviously he wanted to spend more time with Tsubaki Uzumaki and his son.
"What the hell!"
"Now that things are like this, who do you think it's because of?"
"You don't have to attack Land of Fire Elder, otherwise, you would be so busy during the Chinese New Year?"
As soon as Tobirama Senju heard Uchiha Makoto's lazy voice, he immediately became angry.
If this bastard Uchiha Makoto hadn't forced him to assassinate Grand Elder's family, then he wouldn't have had to worry during the Chinese New Year.
"Shouting! It wasn't me who made the move!"
"What do you mean? You don't want to sell me, do you? Believe it or not, I will die with you!"
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Uchiha Makoto picked his fingers casually, with a playful tone.
Of course he knew very well why Tobirama Senju contacted him urgently at this time - he was a little panicked.
Tobirama Senju on the other side heard such irresponsible remarks from Uchiha Makoto.
He was really frightened.
Because Uchiha Makoto, the Uchiha brat of Naturally Evil, is indeed possible to sell him, and Uchiha Makoto, as the Light Shadow of the village, is the first-in-command of Akatsuki Ninja Village, and he is not even the second-in-command in Konoha.
Even if they betray each other, Tobirama Senju knows that he is likely to die without a burial place. Even if he is still alive, he will be imprisoned for life.
But Uchiha Makoto will not suffer much loss.
As long as he refuses to admit it, even Daimyo has no way to punish him.
"Do you think you can die with me? I am Light Shadow. I have not been defeated. Why should I be judged?"
"I don't care, you must be responsible for me!"
"As a man, what is your responsibility? You cannot go back on your word!!"
Uchiha Makoto said this deliberately.
Think of it as adding some spice to your boring overtime hours.
As expected.
The roar of Tobirama Senju was immediately heard from the other end of the ring.
"Then please beg me."
Heart... I beg you, okay, please don't make such a joke with me at this time."
"Tobirama, where did your previous backbone go? I thought you would have to be tough for a while before giving in. It's really boring."
"I still like your unruly look before."
Tobirama Senju has become accustomed to Uchiha Makoto's shameless bad taste.
This time it's like begging for mercy at the speed of light. (Well... poor Tobirama Senju has been adjusted)
Uchiha Makoto curled his lips in disbelief. He still liked the unruly Tobirama Senju before. After being stubborn for a while, he reluctantly gave in.
In this case, it would be interesting.
"What should we do now?"
"Brother, I will find a way. You must not let the chain slip. There is also Uchiha Clan who is also watching."
"There is still public opinion, and we must find ways to calm it down. The bigger the commotion becomes, the harder it will be to end it.
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Tobirama Senju breathed a long sigh of relief.
Sooner or later he will kill Uchiha Makoto, and before killing him, he will have to play with him as hard as he played with himself for several years!!
But... that's all a story for another day.
The most important thing now is to solve the matter at hand.
So Tobirama Senju rambled on for a long time and came up with all the solutions he could think of.
And Uchiha Makoto has already heard it, and this time Tobirama Senju is really anxious.
However, it is indeed understandable for Tobirama Senju to be so panicked.
Because things are really bad right now.
Especially the public opinion aspect.
Even Uchiha Makoto did not expect that the public opinion would be so fierce this time.
He not only underestimated the status of Land of Fire Elder compared to Land of Fire, but also underestimated the impact of major vicious events during the Chinese New Year.
Of course... there must be someone who is adding fuel to the fire.
Not only people like Daimyo and Grand Elder, but also competitors who had conflicts with Akatsuki Ninja Village in the business field.
There are many people who have been unhappy with Akatsuki Ninja Village for a long time.
Now that I see an opportunity, I naturally attack ruthlessly immediately.
A public opinion field has even emerged questioning whether Konoha and Akatsuki Ninja Village have the ability to protect Land of Fire.
To the Ninja Village, such remarks are the same as slapping the Ninja Village.
However, although these public opinion disturbances exceeded Uchiha Makoto's expectations, they were actually within control.
He also has a big diversionary news that he has not revealed to the outside world.
-The marriage between the son of Light Shadow and the granddaughter of Hokage. The marriage between the Uchiha Clan and Senju Clan is something that has never happened in thousands of years.
As soon as this incident broke out.
But many people will not be able to sleep because of this.