Ignoring the corpses of the bounty ninjas, Iori glanced at the shadow of the glacier and continued to move forward.
In the cold wind, the blood quickly solidified, forming pieces of dark red ice crystals, adding a new touch of color to the ice and snow world, which looked unique to Iori.
Shortly after Iori left, a subtle cracking sound came from the shadow of the glacier.
An ice lens in the shadow shattered, and a ninja with purple-pink hair slowly ran over from a distance. It was Nadare Rōga, the jounin hired by Kazahana Dōtō.
He had been observing the battle between Iori and the bounty ninja from a distance using an ice lens.
Nadare Rōga's face was a little gloomy. "Did he already notice my existence with that glance just now? He is indeed a jonin of Konoha, he has such keen observation skills."
"There is also the power of Fire Release, which is simply a monster. However, my Ice Release is not a vegetarian. If we fight, we still don't know who will win."
"This is Land of Snow, the home ground of Ice Release. You actually took the initiative to fight in an environment that is not conducive to your fighting. You will pay the price for your arrogance."
Then he touched the Chakra Armor he was wearing. Thinking of the chakra enhancement and chakra defense wall that came with the armor, his confidence returned again.
After carefully examining the wounds of the bounty ninjas, he found that these wounds were purely physical injuries, with no traces of ninjutsu.
He silently made a note in his mind that the enemy was good at Fire Release and ninja weapon shooting, so he might be able to engage in close combat.
After enjoying the snow scene, Iori Projection took out a motorcycle and drove quickly in the snow. Soon the capital city of Land of Snow appeared in front of him.
When he came to the gate of the capital, the guards saw the Forehead Protector hanging on his waist and stopped him.
"Master Ninja, please wait a moment. Master Asama Sandayū will come to greet you soon. Please come here and wait for a while." The guard captain said to Iori.
He introduced Iori into the rest room near the city gate. Kazahana Sōsetsu had already ordered the ninjas from Konoha to come, but they did not expect that Iori would arrive so quickly.
If Kazahana Dōtō hadn't been cautious and ambushed early, the bounty ninjas might not have been able to block Iori.
Of course, for them, that might also be a good thing. Although the mission failed, they could still save a life.
Iori didn't wait too long, Asama Sandayū hurried over, covered with snow.
As soon as he entered the door, he bowed deeply, with a quick breath and a sincere apology in his voice. "I'm very sorry to keep you waiting for so long, and I was unable to greet you as soon as possible. This is my dereliction of duty."
Iori waved his hand and said calmly, "It doesn't matter, I came too fast, it's not your fault."
He thought secretly in his heart: [It seems that the situation of Land of Snow is indeed not optimistic. As a high-ranking minister, he bowed and apologized just because he was a little neglectful, without any aristocratic arrogance.]
[If the situation had not been extremely critical and I was their last life-saving straw, they would not have been so humble.]
"Please come with me, Lord Zaoyuki is already waiting in the palace." Asama Sandayū straightened up and said.
Iori nodded. "Then, please lead the way." Iori followed Asama Sandayū across the street and walked towards the palace.
Along the way, people were walking in a hurry, with worry and exhaustion written on their faces, as if the entire country was under a layer of invisible pressure.
[It seems that the floor heater did consume a lot of Land of Snow's resources. As a result, Kazahana Sōsetsu died in the hands of Kazahana Dōtō before it could be used and perfected.]
[No wonder Land of Snow seemed so calm after the coup. It turned out that they were not living well under the rule of Kazahana Sōsetsu. There is not much difference if they are replaced by Kazahana Dōtō.]
[The people have no idea that Kazahana Sōsetsu has been working hard for the future of Land of Snow. From their perspective, the old monarch is just a ruler who enjoys privileges and does nothing. He will die as soon as he dies.]
To be honest, Iori doesn't understand why he doesn't publicize his research to the outside world. After all, it is a good thing that benefits the country and the people.
But thinking about the abnormal phenomenon after the geothermal generator was turned on, Iori suspected that there might be something wrong with the source of the geothermal heat. It either contained the special Natural Energy or one of the fragments of Ten-Tails.
The door of the palace slowly opened, and Iori stepped inside. He saw a gentle man sitting on the throne. He was Land of Snow's name, Kazahana Sōsetsu.
Asama Sandayū saluted respectfully and introduced to Iori, "This is the great name of our country, Lord Kazahana Sōsetsu."
Kazahana Sōsetsu stood up, walked to Iori, lowered his head and begged Iori:
"Since you are here, I leave all this to you. If that doesn't work, please rescue my daughter Koyuki. She is still young and should not die here."
"There is no need to be polite, Daimyo-sama. Since I have accepted the task, I will complete it perfectly. But I have a question. Why did Daimyo-sama name me to take over the task?"
Iori asked curiously. In Ninja World, Iori's information was vague, and after it was spread, it was always considered to be inaccurate because the record was too exaggerated.
After all, in their eyes, Iori and Sannin jointly hacked Land of Wind. It's hard to say who is the culprit. It is reasonable for Kazahana Sōsetsu to name Sannin, but it is actually not normal to name Iori.
Kazahana Sōsetsu recalled it and said, "A noble under my command reminded me that you can defeat Land of Wind on your own, so it is no problem to fight against my brother."
"Then where is he now?" Iori raised his eyebrows slightly. For a nobleman from a remote area to swore unreliable rumors at this time, there must be something wrong.
Either there are other information channels, or they are bribed by the enemy.
"Unfortunately, he was bitten to death by a bear during a snow hunt not long ago. What happened? Are you asking, is there something wrong with him?" Kazahana Sōsetsu felt something was wrong from Iori's words.
"No, it's nothing. I'm just curious about why his information is so well-informed." Iori didn't say his guess, because it would be of no use.
No matter what the enemy's conspiracy is, Iori only believes in his own fists. No matter how you come, I will only go all the way. His own strength is where Iori's confidence lies.
At this moment, a burst of light footsteps broke the silence in the palace, and a girl came from a distance and slowly walked into the palace.
"Father, is this the Mr. Guard you are talking about?" Kazahana Koyuki blinked his big clear eyes and looked at Iori curiously.