At the center of Takigakure stood the Takikage's residence. Moonlight was obscured by clouds, leaving the courtyard dim.
The Takikage had long since taken his position at the rear of the courtyard. He wore a dark robe, with a short blade at his waist, his expression hidden in the shadows. He
was followed by dozens of ninjas clad in dark green armor, kunai in hand. Their fingers clenched tightly around their weapon handles, knuckles turning white.
Dozens of eyes stared fixedly at the white figure in the air, their gazes filled with anger.
Tianyi hovered overhead, his pale eyes sweeping across the crowd before finally settling on the Takikage.
The Takikage's voice was low and cold, carrying long-suppressed fury:
"So, it's the Hyuga Clan of the Leaf Village. It seems my captain of the guard is already dead. You came in the dead of night, invaded Takigakure, and killed my guards. Is the Leaf Village trying to declare war?"
"Hehehehe, hahahaha—" Tianyi burst into laughter, his voice echoing through the silent courtyard.
"I didn't expect your guard to be so loyal. His methods were indeed well concealed. Even I didn't notice when he sent you a warning. But it doesn't matter."
His laughter gradually faded, and his gaze sharpened.
"You just asked whether the Leaf Village wanted war? Has your long isolation given you some sort of misconception about the Leaf Village?
"You dare speak of declaring war on the Leaf Village? Take those words back. Otherwise, I wouldn't mind bathing your entire village in blood."
The moment he finished speaking, Tianyi's robes fluttered despite the absence of wind. An indescribable pressure erupted from him and spread outward with a roar.
That pressure was like a mountain crushing down upon them. Every ninja's knees weakened. Some dropped their kunai, while