Additional Conditions

In the conference hall, the high-ranking officials of the Land of Demons and the Land of Birds all changed expressions after hearing Nawaki's ruthless and blunt question. If Konoha refused to save them—or even took advantage of their plight—they would truly be finished. Not only would the Land of Demons perish, but the tens of thousands of shinobi from the Land of Birds would have nowhere to flee.

"Lord Skywalker! We were in the wrong before. I now agree to Konoha's terms on behalf of the Land of Demons. Please help us destroy Moryo. Afterward, the Land of Demons will surrender to Konoha as agreed!" Miroku lowered her stance and pleaded sorrowfully.

The Land of Birds' officials present revealed looks of delight. They had long wanted to surrender; as for Moryo, it could go to hell! The opposition faction of the Land of Demons opened their mouths as if to protest, then fell silent. In their current circumstances, they had no bargaining chips left. Besides, after surrendering, they could still serve as nobles in the Land of Fire. Though their authority would be greatly diminished, it was still better than national destruction, wasn't it?

Unfortunately, Nawaki had no intention of letting them off so easily. Ignoring Miroku's plea, he said coldly, "Times have changed! If you hadn't delayed again and again, I would have dealt with Moryo long ago. How could today's disaster have happened? You brought this upon yourselves! Therefore, the Land of Demons must pay a price. If you want my help, surrendering alone is not enough. You must also agree to several additional conditions!"

The Land of Demons' officials looked ugly when they saw Nawaki trying to raise the price. Miroku took a deep breath and said calmly, "Lord Skywalker, please state your conditions. So long as