Naruto: From Capturing the Main Clan to Becoming the Mastermind

Chapter 108 The Sun Rises Over Konoha

A young nobleman, seemingly visiting for the first time, looked at the two red-haired girls serving him and asked:

"You seem to be ninjas from the Uzumaki clan, right? If you were for sale, how much would you be worth?"

One of the girls trembled upon hearing this and lowered her head, saying, "My lord, the Uzumaki clan's strength lies in sealing techniques. When we left the Land of Whirlpools, we were very young and only learned chakra refining. We didn't know sealing techniques and were no match for those bloodline ninjas."

"So you mean it's worthless?"

The noble boy frowned, approached a merchant, and asked if the two sisters could exchange their services for a powerful ninja. After receiving a negative answer, he gave them a cold look.

He had heard about the rules of the game before he came.

People with recognized status and wealth enjoy themselves and trade here. Various bloodstained ninjas are their playthings, put into the arena to compete, and the owner of the winner gets ownership of the loser.

On this island, ninjas are treated like slaves.

He had originally planned to trade two of his ninjas for a powerful one, to "gamble" a bit, but he never expected that the supposedly strong Uzumaki clan would be so weak...

The merchant who sold it to the two sisters was really good at bragging, saying that the Uzumaki clan was very valuable and such... Aren't they just two pieces of trash?

It actually cost him ten million taels of silver. He should just go back, play with it for a bit, and then throw it away.

"He seems to be a little lacking in strength, but he's in good physical condition."

Just as the noble youth made up his mind, the merchant he had asked suddenly smiled meaningfully and said, "The ninjas of the Uzumaki clan have excellent physiques; some people like them. Would you like me to introduce you to someone?"

The Whirlpool Sisters stared wide-eyed, filled with fear, instinctively huddling together, yet daring not to run away.

Only authorized individuals are allowed to bring people in and out of this island.

The rich, nobles, and ninjas renowned throughout the ninja world... but they are definitely not among them.

The outcome was predetermined from the moment they were brought here.

The young nobleman's eyes lit up. "Could we sell them for a good price?"

"Of course!" the businessman chuckled.

Witnessing this scene, Ashina Uzumaki was enraged, his eyes flashing with murderous intent.

His own people... had actually become slaves who could be bought and sold at will?!

A terrifying burst of chakra erupted from Ashina Uzumaki, causing those around him to quickly retreat and drawing the attention of many ninjas to the four of them.

A black cloak covered his entire body and concealed his face.

He seemed somewhat out of place among the surrounding nobles, but the underground black market was a complex place where all sorts of people mingled.

Rogue ninja, wandering samurai, a businessman who has offended high-ranking officials...

There are too many people who can't stand the light of day, so originally no one paid attention to them.

But things are different now.

Even here, very few people possess such chakra.

Just as some of the ninjas following the merchant were on guard, a hand was placed on Ashina Uzumaki's shoulder, causing his aura to weaken.

"Don't get too excited, just do whatever you want later."

Wearing a black trench coat, without a Konoha headband or face covering, Hyuga Yu appeared beside Uzumaki Ashina.

There were many knowledgeable people around who naturally knew about Hinata Yu's appearance.

A middle-aged nobleman narrowed his eyes and chuckled, "What brings the Hokage here? Surely he doesn't intend to kill us?"

"The Konoha ninja recently swept through the underground black market of small countries. Out of respect for your village, we stepped back and gave up those businesses."

"But it's different. The top leaders of the five great nations have all invested in development here. Does Konoha's sun really want to shine here? Too much of a good thing is bad. Konoha's sun should just rise in Konoha; there's no need for it to shine here. What do you think, Assistant Yu?"

Seeing that Hinata Yu did not answer, the middle-aged nobleman's smile widened.

"Of course, if the Hokage's assistant is here as a guest, we would certainly welcome you. We might even be able to give you some gifts."

The middle-aged nobleman clapped his hands, and two ninjas stepped forward. "These are ninjas with the bloodline limits of Swift Release and Dark Release. They can't compare to the Jonin of Konoha, but with their bloodline limits, they still possess the strength of a Special Jonin. What do you think?"

Hinata Yu ignored him and turned her gaze to the Uzumaki sisters and the merchant who wanted to act as a middleman.

"Soma Takuya, the cousin of the Daimyo of the Land of Forest, is the noble buyer you wanted to introduce, right? He's already bought two Uzumaki clan members, but Konoha hasn't even found their bodies... As a partner, where do you think they went?"

The merchant glanced back at the black market ninjas who had gathered, and feeling more confident, he turned his gaze to the two trembling, huddled-together Uzumaki clan members, ignoring Hyuga Yu, and smiled slightly.

"Look, Yu Fusa, these two sisters clearly know your identity, yet they haven't even glanced at you. Obviously, they trust us more than Konoha. Although the Uzumaki clan is Konoha's ally, shouldn't you respect your ally's opinion?"

"Moreover, after the Kingdom of Whirlpools was destroyed, we merchants provided some of the people of the destroyed country with food and funds to survive. This was a good deed, and it is only right that they repay us."

When asked where the body was,

Of course it's inside that person's stomach!

What do people want after they have wealth and power?

life!

To enjoy their long lifespan!

These human traffickers simply spread some false information, saying that the flesh and blood of the Uzumaki clan could grant longevity. Combined with the Uzumaki clan's inherently vigorous vitality, they actually found some buyers and sold the originally worthless Uzumaki ninjas for exorbitant prices.

As for Konoha's revenge after they find out?

They've done utterly immoral things, crossing all the lines. They're already making money on the edge of a knife, so what are they afraid of?

He had earned enough money to live on, and at worst, he would stay in this isolated island paradise. He didn't believe Konoha could do anything to him.

This is a lawless land, a sanctuary for all dark industries. The daimyo of various countries have tacitly approved of its existence and sent people to join it. Does Konoha really want to be an enemy of the entire world?!

The nobleman, whose expression had been relatively amiable before, turned serious after being ignored by Hyuga Yu. "Is Konoha trying to dredge up old grudges? Konoha didn't even come knocking when the Land of Whirlpools destroyed our country. Isn't it a bit late to bring this up now? Besides, these ninjas all have masters. Aren't you going to ask their masters?"

"That's right, what's it to you?" The young nobleman, finding an opportunity to interject, nodded, frowning at Hinata Yu. "They're my possessions; I can trade them however I want!"

Hinata Yu glanced at them and chuckled, "It really has nothing to do with me, but they... really want to talk to you."

Ashina's eyes were dark as he rapidly formed hand seals.

"Spiritual communication!"

Dozens of coffins rose from the ground.

(End of this chapter)