Such an official, such a position, is truly shameful beyond belief.

The atmosphere inside the hall became quiet and oppressive due to the surrounding environment.

Just then, another series of hurried footsteps came from outside the hall. Everyone in the hall was startled by the noise and snapped out of their thoughts, looking in the direction of the sound.

The newcomer was a young man dressed in a standard bodyguard uniform with a samurai sword at his waist.

"Your Majesty, the ninja from Konoha is currently distributing the funds he acquired at the East, South, and North district branches."

Ignoring his breathlessness from running back, he knelt down on the ground and respectfully and somewhat excitedly reported the current situation.

After all, the money distributed to the common people was plundered from the thugs and ruffians who occupied the Land of Hot Water!

They were a group of evil forces that even they could not control, and could only let them grow wildly!

Upon hearing this, everyone present, whether ordinary guards, officials, or daimyo sitting on the throne, was astonished.

Could it be that...?

Could it be that guy really wants it?

Nishitani Hiroaki's expression shifted between light and shadow.

Only by sitting in this position can he see more things clearly.

To gain control of a kingdom, one never needs the consent of its ruler; the Kahn faction, entrenched in the North, is the best proof of this.

What is truly needed is the support of the people.

Therefore, thugs and hooligans can only ever be a bunch of lowly rabble who put their own interests first, and such behavior will never shake their position.

However, the man's actions were completely contrary to those of the rabble. He directly divided up nearly half the country's wealth. How much courage did that take?

One could tell from the delighted expression and excited voice of the messenger guard!

Even they were excited and showed their approval of such behavior, let alone the ordinary residents who are usually exploited and charged protection fees?

"Your Majesty?"

"What do we need to do?"

The messenger guard, trying hard to suppress his excitement and righteous indignation, asked.

It is truly gratifying to see those arrogant villains driven away and brought to justice.

Of course, there are those who are happy about it, and there are also those who are gloomy and restless upon hearing the news.

They had already changed their minds under this irreversible trend, protecting the shady businesses of those hooligans. After all, how many people can resist the temptation of money and the trend of the times?

"Let it go unchecked."

"No need to get involved."

After a long time, Nishitani Hiroaki made up his mind.

This is the most moderate approach, one that avoids offending either side and allows for flexibility in both advancing and retreating.

Ultimately, no matter how strong or arrogant Uchiha Ara was, he was still just a ninja belonging to Konoha. Even adding the entire Uchiha clan wouldn't make him a significant bargaining chip.

Such leverage is truly insignificant in the face of Konoha and Kumogakure, and there is no need for me to get involved in this mess.

Moreover, the Uchiha clan of today is not the same as the original Uchiha clan. It is already quite rare for one of them to not leave the clan.

Could another powerful figure like him possibly emerge?

impossible!

As for praise or recognition, Hiroaki Nishitani naturally couldn't bring himself to say it.

This is tantamount to tacit approval, further pushing public opinion towards that person.

"Yes."

"My subordinate understands and will do it now."

With a brief reply, the slightly younger guard hurriedly retreated. Although Yu Zhi felt a slight sense of inadequacy, this feeling was quickly dispelled compared to the fact that ordinary people could reclaim their rightful property.

Only a subtle thought resonated within his mind.

The Uchiha clan ninjas don't seem to be as arrogant and unapproachable as rumored.

However, its strength is undeniable!

.........

As the daimyo's guards in the Land of Hot Water said, Ara began distributing the property that the common people had been plundered and exploited in their daily lives to the three regions of East, South, and North.

Of course, not everyone gets it.

after all,

'Boom! '

A sleazy-looking guy with narrow eyes was kicked to the ground, accompanied by a loud thud and a low, mournful groan of bones.

"You, cough, you, cough cough, how dare you hit someone like that!"

"Cough cough cough......"

The man roared with all his might, and in his anger, a trickle of blood slowly seeped from the corner of his mouth.

Faced with such brutality, even some civilians who had gathered around involuntarily retreated.

Huang showed no emotion in response. Instead, he looked down at the man who was trying to take advantage of the situation, his scarlet eyes radiating extreme coldness.

“I don’t recall ever saying that anyone could receive this money.”

After all, no lie can escape the Sharingan's gaze!

Upon hearing this, the lewd-looking man's face suddenly flushed with shame and indignation, and under the gaze of countless residents around him, a dark cloud seemed to rise within him.

"You, you, the Uchiha clan is indeed as brutal and unreasonable as the rumors say!"

"Everyone, cough cough, don't be attracted by appearances."

"This guy, cough, this guy just wants to monopolize more of the property, so he's putting on this act!!"

He screamed desperately, and the blood he coughed up, along with his image as a vulnerable man, garnered him some sympathy.

Of course, there is only one reason that prompted them to do this:

That is because they were certain that the boy in front of them would not do anything to them in front of everyone!

Such remarks have sparked some controversy, most of which concerns the Uchiha clan!

It can be said that this family's name is the most resounding in the entire ninja world, without exception!

Even the Senju of the Forest, who were once able to rival and contend for supremacy, and even the Kaguya clan, who were warlike, did not have a name as resounding as this clan.

However, just as the common people were discussing the matter and an unfriendly atmosphere was beginning to ferment, a voice, not loud but made sure everyone could hear it, rang out:

"Ryuichi Yanase, a pickpocket who frequents the East and South districts, is missing his right little finger, which was cut off on the spot by a butcher."

"If you look closely, I believe some of you will be able to recognize his face."

It's Fushima Sei.

As an intelligence broker, he remembered every faction and every shady agent in this land very clearly.

Upon hearing this, the entire scene became bizarre. Even the lewd man lying on the ground was stunned, never expecting that someone would recognize him at a glance in such a chaotic situation!

It's important to know that simple disguise is a basic professional skill for a pickpocket!

"Look, his right hand really only has four fingers."

"Oh right, I recognize him. This guy did indeed steal from the port!"

"........."

This identification sparked a lively discussion among the crowd.

At the same time, Ryuichi Yanase, who was lying on the ground, instantly recognized the person who had exposed him.

"It's you! It was you, Fushima!"

"How dare someone like you stand here with such prestige..."

These words immediately caused Fushima Sei's face to surge with unease and guilt. Indeed, compared to the other person, he was no better off.

He simply gritted his teeth, offering no rebuttal and awaiting the former's verbal verdict.

just,

"what!!"

Ryuichi Yanase couldn't continue speaking; instead, his words turned into a shrill scream.

Fushima looked up in a panic, only to see that the boy for whom he was willing to be 100% loyal had already stepped on the other's hand bones.

"If you understand, then get lost."

"If I see it again, it might not just be broken bones."

He spoke with a blank, indifferent expression.

Using one's image to threaten oneself is truly laughable.

You should know that Konoha's methods are a hundred times more sophisticated than this guy's!

Upon seeing this scene, Fushima's heart was instantly and deeply moved, as if touched by something invisible.

For someone like me,

【My lord, you........】

As if he had made some kind of decision in his heart, he raised his face and revealed:

"I, Fushima Sei, was originally an information broker who traveled around the Land of Hot Springs."

"I'm sorry for what I did that I feel bad about!"

"Last night, I had the good fortune to meet this adult from the Uchiha clan, and under his guidance, I decided to turn over a new leaf."

"I don't ask for everyone's forgiveness, but if I do anything again that would offend you,"

"Just like this finger!"

As he spoke, his face suddenly contorted into a ferocious expression, and he pulled out a small cleaver from his pocket, slashing at the little finger of his left hand.

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