Following Lord Danzo's instructions, they deliberately spread the news, then observed the other party's ability to strengthen ninjas. The results differed greatly from what they had expected.
Turning a Chunin into an Elite Jōnin in a single step was an immense leap. Let alone wandering ninjas, even the Root ninjas before them were deeply tempted.
Even if there was a price to pay, how could one gain power without paying a price?
"Record everything and report it to Lord Danzo."
During their last investigation, Shikaku Nara had guessed that members of the Hyuga clan were inside. Thus, these ninjas did not dare approach. Once they had obtained what they wanted, they left immediately.
Kamizuru Poison Butterfly's strength still needed improvement. Her abilities were enough to deal with some small fry, but given her personality, she would need some psychological counseling when there was time.
"Muzan, we've run into a problem with our funds recently."
Kakuzu's words drew Muzan's attention. Kakuzu controlled Blood Moon's financial affairs. Everything they had now was built upon money, and Muzan himself had once struggled terribly over funding.
"What happened?"
There had not been any particularly expensive projects lately. Muzan looked at Kakuzu with confusion in his eyes.
"It's still the matter of bad debts. Our bills are not only owed by ninjas, but also by some nobles. Those nobles are the real trouble."
Although Zabuza's Demon Men had become a debt-collection squad and could use force against ordinary ninjas to seize their property, nobles were different.
Most of them had money, but they refused to repay it. Moreover, the laws issued by the Land of Fire's daimyo prevented ninjas from entering their residences.
Considering the Land of Waves' current circumstances, it was not wise to make too many enemies. Zabuza therefore told Kakuzu about the