The train soon entered the next fortified station, Shitori Station!
Normally, everyone would have undergone a full-body inspection, but Hiruzen and the others had no time for that. They simply announced that the Ten Thousand Worlds Ninja Nation would take control of the place.
Rat-tat-tat! More than twenty bullets fired at once.
Earth Release: Earth Style: Earth Flow Wall!
Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately formed hand seals, and a towering earthen wall rose before them, blocking the bullets.
Wind Release-Great Breakthrough!
A fierce gale blasted from Danzo's mouth, sending the City Defense Force soldiers tumbling.
"Tell us the truth. Where's your lord?"
Scared out of his wits, the garrison soldier shakily pointed toward the building at the very center of the station.
"Monzaemon, take control here. Let's go!"
The others darted forward.
Bang! The wooden doors of the Lord's Mansion were kicked open.
"Who's the lord of Shitori Station?"
Inside, the lord had still been enjoying his sashimi. He immediately slammed his hand on the table with a crack!
"And who are you? Guards, tie them up!"
Inuzuka Hu grinned viciously. "Go ahead and shout. No one will answer, even if you scream yourself hoarse."
"What have you done?"
Hiruzen offered a choice in a grave voice. "Surrender or die."
"I... I surrender. My name is Mino, lord of Shitori Station. In truth, I lost faith in the Shogunate long ago. I've been hoping a hero would come and lead us out of this wretched age."
"Now, the heroes I've been waiting for have finally arrived."
"Heh, quite the smooth talker."
"We won't be staying long. Behave yourself, and you can keep your position."
They continued making arrangements, sending their subordinates to buy supplies.
With two rare days to relax, Ikoma and the others all enjoyed a good rest.
Then came the