Naruto: Nara's skill set is incredibly sneaky.

It was already late at night when Shika returned to Konoha Village.

He lay in bed, recalling what the White Snake Immortal had said.

"A massive amount of Yin-Yang chakra... isn't that the Rinnegan?"

To be honest, this was the first thing that came to mind when I thought of Lu Shi.

The problem is, the Rinnegan is now in Nagato's body, so I can't very well gouge out Nagato's eyeballs.

"who!"

"Lord Shikatoki, the Hokage urgently summons you." Owl appeared, his expression respectful.

"I understand, I'll be right there."

Shika quickly dressed and headed towards the Hokage Building.

"There's no one left in Konoha anymore, day after day."

Inside the Hokage's office.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura are both present.

The atmosphere also seemed somewhat serious.

"Lord Hokage, what brings you here so late?" Shika asked, looking puzzled.

"Shikatoki, there's an urgent mission right now." Hiruzen Sarutobi took a deep drag on his cigarette. "News just came from the Land of Fire that the Daimyo has gone missing. The Land of Fire has sent people to Konoha, and the mission requires us to find the Daimyo safely."

"What the hell?" Shika's eyes widened. "Lord Hokage, this joke isn't funny at all."

"This is no joke!" Shimura Danzo said sternly. "You will immediately travel to the capital of the Land of Fire and find the daimyo!"

Lu was speechless for a moment.

Looking at the entire history of Naruto.

The battles fought by ninjas rarely affected the daimyo of any country.

Speaking of which, the relationship between the Daimyo and the ninja villages in the Naruto world is also quite distorted.

They are said to be allies.

In reality, the daimyo controlled the ninja village's funds, supplies, logistics, and so on.

The ninja village is more like a military organization, possessing a large army.

According to Lu Shixue's history.

These two can only have a subordinate relationship, not an alliance.

You wouldn't expect a general with an army of 100,000 to bow down to a country that has virtually no military power.

"Shikatoki, regardless of whether the daimyo is alive or dead, you must investigate this matter thoroughly." Hiruzen Sarutobi handed the mission scroll to Shikatoki, his tone serious.

The deer nodded.

After packing his things at home, Lu Shi set off for the capital of the Land of Fire overnight.

Given Lu Shi's speed, he arrived in Daming Prefecture just as dawn was breaking.

Looking at the guards at the entrance, Shikatoki walked over and said, "Hello, Konoha ninja."

Upon seeing this, the guard immediately went inside to report.

A moment later, an old man came running out quickly.

"You've finally arrived!" The old man looked haggard, clearly having not slept all night.

"Konoha Village, Nara Shikatoki".

"You can call me Cang. I am a minister under the daimyo and also a retainer."

Cangye led Lu Shi into the reception room.

Inside, there was a burly man and a monk sitting.

Both of them had chakra fluctuations, so they must be ninjas.

"Let me introduce you. This is the renowned Shadow Ruler of Konoha Village, Nara Shikatoki." Aoya introduced the two, and then introduced Shikatoki, "These two are both members of the Daimyo's Twelve Guardian Ninja. The one on the left is Sanjo-kun, and the one on the right is Master Tenji of the Fire Temple."

The three of them exchanged glances.

Sanjo's expression was somewhat disdainful. "A mere child has come to Konoha? They really don't take the Land of Fire seriously at all. The Shadow Ruler, what a grand title, but I wonder how strong he really is? I hope it's all just hype."

Lu Shi frowned slightly.

The hostility this person showed him seemed to come out of nowhere.

However, Lu Shi is not one to suffer losses.

He doesn't care why! The key is to fight back first.

"Instead of wasting time mocking me, you should think about how the Daimyo disappeared. Otherwise, your job as a Guardian Shinobi might be coming to an end!"

"you!"

Sanjo stood up, his eyes fixed intently on Shikatoki.

"What are you looking at?" A massive aura erupted from Lu Shi. "Look again, and I'll gouge your eyes out!"

The deer's momentum comes and goes quickly.

In that instant, San Tiao felt his legs go weak and he fell to the ground.

"Ahem, gentlemen, let's get down to business," Master Tian Si said.

Cang quickly chimed in, "Yes, yes, the daimyo has been missing for almost three days now, and there's still no news of him."

"Could you elaborate on the situation?"

"Three days ago in the morning, I came to find the daimyo to sign his name, but I couldn't find him at the daimyo's residence. At first, I thought the daimyo was out, so I thought I could wait and there was no rush."

"The daimyo hasn't returned by noon, and I've noticed that all twelve of his guardian ninjas are in the mansion. Generally, when a daimyo goes out, he takes five or six guardian ninjas with him to ensure his safety."

"I immediately went to find Sanjo-kun and Master Tenji, but they both said that the daimyo hadn't gone out today!"

"I knew something was wrong right then and there, so I immediately notified all the guardian ninjas and the retainers to search for the daimyo, but the daimyo seemed to have vanished into thin air."

"When we asked for help, we searched the entire capital of the Land of Fire, but to no avail."

Cang briefly explained the situation and then unfolded a map of the capital of the Land of Fire, on which the location and situation of the search were carefully marked.

Lu Shi looked at Master Tian Si, "Master, did you notice anything unusual at the time?"

Master Tenji shook his head. "No, there was no chakra fluctuation at all, or rather, the disappearance of the daimyo made me feel more like it was a space-time ninjutsu."

"Space-time ninjutsu?"

Lu Shi frowned slightly.

In the entire Naruto series, the number of people who can use space-time ninjutsu is extremely limited.

People who know this in this era, Lu Shi knows.

These people have no motive whatsoever!

Does Daiming have a son?

"Ahem!" Cang coughed twice and quickly whispered, "Shikatoshi-kun, be careful what you say! The daimyo has three sons and two daughters. We understand what you're saying, but since it involves the daimyo's offspring, we can't investigate."

"What do you mean?"

"The news of the daimyo's disappearance is still being suppressed, and the daimyo has not yet decided on the next successor. Once these heirs find out about the disappearance, Shikatoshi-kun should be able to guess what will happen."

The deer naturally understands.

It's all about vying for the position of Daimyo.

Shika asked this question in the first place to ascertain whether these descendants would take action against the daimyo.

After all, they came from the Dragon Kingdom.

This is a rather sensitive area.

"So, you didn't investigate at all?"

Cang Yeqian smiled and nodded.

"I understand. Give me all the detailed information on the daimyo's offspring, and I will investigate them one by one." Shikatoki was from Konoha Village, and he would return after completing the mission. He didn't have as many concerns as Aoya.

Upon hearing this, Cang immediately took out a scroll and handed it to Lu Shi.

Taking the reel, Lu Shi looked surprised. "Heh, you all talk a good game, but you're just waiting for me to be the bad guy, aren't you?"

Master Tian Si closed his eyes again.

San Tiao turned his head away somewhat guiltily.

Only Aoya forced a smile and said ingratiatingly, "Shikatoshi-kun, the power structure in the Land of Fire is complex. As a Konoha ninja, it will be easier for you to act."

"Forget it, you just don't want to take responsibility. Anyway, find me a quiet room."

Upon hearing this, Cang immediately said, "This way, please."

Back in the room, Lu Shi turned on the scroll.

First and foremost is the eldest son of the daimyo, Fujiwara no Masanobu, who is also a strong contender for the position of daimyo.

At least that's how Lu Shi thought.

After all, it's about the eldest son.

"Ten years old?!"

The first thought that came to mind when I saw Lu Shi at this age was...

"Is there ever a crown prince who reigns for 40 years?"

It's important to know that in the history of China, an emperor living too long is not good news for his eldest son.

Just like it is now.

Even if the daimyo dies and his eldest son Fujiwara Masanobu succeeds him, how many more years can he remain a daimyo?

Keep reading.

The eldest son in the document is adept at managing the affairs of the Land of Fire and handling diplomatic matters. The daimyo does not have much suspicion about him, and the relationship between father and son has always been good.

When the daimyo disappeared, he was handling official business in the daimyo prefecture, so he seems to have a complete alibi.

But Lu Shi still kept him as a key focus.

The second son, Fujiwara no Tadakatsu, clearly expressed his desire for the position of daimyo.

He's only 36 years old, which is considered to be in his prime.

When the daimyo went missing, he wasn't in the capital of the Land of Fire. Like Shikatoki, he only arrived today.

The youngest son, Fujiwara Takakage, is 26 years old and a complete playboy.

The remaining two are daughters.

Originally, Lu Shi glanced at it and was about to skip it when he suddenly saw the information about his eldest daughter, Fujiwara Ayano.

"When the daimyo disappeared, this guy also vanished?"

"Regardless, let's go and test these guys first."

Lu Shi rolled up the scroll and went outside.

But my heart is filled with helplessness.

Shouldn't the Naruto world be one where strength reigns supreme?

I originally thought that with his strength, he should be able to do whatever he wanted.

As a result, during the previous incident involving the demon spirits of the Land of Demons, the demon spirits possessed Akane, rendering him unable to act.

This time, regarding the Land of Fire incident, they couldn't take action against the daimyo's children.

"I'm not good with brains!" Lu Shi sighed slightly.

"Lu Shi-kun, I've had some food prepared. Shall we eat something first?" As soon as Lu Shi-kun opened the door, Cang came to greet him.

"No wonder you became a powerful minister!" Lu Shi thought to himself, but remained outwardly calm. "Alright, there are some things I want to discuss with Lord Cangya."

"please."

The two took their seats in the reception room.

Shikaji bluntly stated, "I need a reason to visit each of the daimyo's children."

Without hesitation, Cang immediately took out a token. "This is the token of the Daimyo's residence. Shikatoshi can use his title as the Chunin Exam champion as a pretext to say that the Daimyo sent him to check the safety of the residence's personnel."

Lu Shi accepted the token.

"You've all come so well prepared, you were just waiting for me to arrive!"

"The capable should do more work, the capable should do more work!" Cang said with a fawning smile.

Lu Shi also figured it out.

Those who can make a living in Daming Prefecture are all extraordinary individuals.

Cang Ye held a high position and wielded great power, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he was the number one person under the daimyo, yet he was able to greet Lu Shi with a smile and adopt a humble attitude.

They are tactful and well-prepared.

He was the one who prepared everything, but in the end, he was always the one on the very edge.

I'm not kidding.

Lu Shi suddenly felt that Cang Ye didn't seem like a good person either!