Fleeing from Konoha

Chapter 854: Chapter 31: Statue Soldiers (Part 2)

Growth is not something that can happen overnight. Only by applying what you learn can you better understand the landscape and see the road ahead.

Apart from these, Ichihime also mentioned other things, but generally speaking, the others are secondary issues.

"So, how do you think we should break this stalemate?"

"What method? Old man, haven’t you already taken action?"

Ichihime was quite disdainful of Hakushi’s asking the obvious.

It’s nothing more than using war to push the era forward, completely destroying and trampling the old order.

The current structure of the Ninja Realm has long been solidified. The Daimyo and nobles possess considerable wealth, while the laborers at the bottom have none. However, the wealth accumulated by the Daimyo and nobles over generations was plundered from the lower classes. They plundered most of the world’s wealth only to maintain their status and authority as those in power, without fulfilling the responsibilities they should bear.

The same goes for the Ninja; unknowingly, they have become tools for the Daimyo and nobles to oppress the lower classes.

As the vested interests, they were enemies from the start.

With the disparity between systems, one day, if the Land of Demons doesn’t strike the Five Great Nations, the Five Great Nations will extend their claws of war toward the Land of Demons.

Rather than that, it is better to accumulate strength, seize the initiative, and fully control the situation.

This way, not only can time be gained, but the connections between the Five Great Nations can also be disrupted, with Hidden Mist Village being the best example. fгee𝑤ebɳoveɭ.cøm

"Is that so? It seems you still remember what I told you about the ’Akatsuki’. You haven’t disappointed me."

Hakushi smiled slightly.

The ’Akatsuki’ he referred to was not the organization currently controlled by Nagato, but rather a patriotic organization spontaneously formed by many passionate young people of the Land of Rain to save their country.

They had no accumulation of knowledge, nor any military or economic foundation, relying solely on their passion to try to save their country and people.

Many years ago, Hakushi predicted that this organization would end in a tragic manner.

The confusion and despair this organization experienced are also recorded in the history books of the Ninja School in the Land of Demons, serving as a significant negative example.

Ichihime’s ability to provide such an answer clearly showed she was also well aware of this history.

The Akatsuki led by the Hidden Rain Village’s Yahiko was not so much a product of the Great Ninja War, but rather a result of the prolonged oppression of the lower classes, naturally leading to someone speaking out for them.

When people can’t survive, resistance naturally occurs.

This is also why there are endless bandits within the Five Great Nations.

These bandits were formerly the most oppressed lower-class people, who could only survive in this way.

Eradicating banditry is never about relying on the Ninja’s violence. When there are problems within the system, using violence to resolve them only creates more resistance.

In such a time, there are countless fearless people who can never be entirely eliminated.

"Rest at home for a while, and then I will arrange for you to study in the Hidden Mist Village. I have already made arrangements with the Fourth Mizukage Yagura, so you can study there with peace of mind."

Hakushi said to Ichihime.

Ichihime nodded.

Having experienced the conservative Konoha and the Land of Fire, next she was going to witness the Hidden Mist Village’s alliance with the Land of Demons, which is a chance for change.

Moreover, the Hidden Mist is a hidden ally Ninja Village of the Land of Demons. Her visit there is to strengthen the connection between the two sides, not just to undertake any study or research tasks.

Hakushi put away Ichihime’s thesis materials, was about to continue speaking when the device on the desk suddenly started operating.

A paper with writing on it was fed out.

It was an urgent report.

Hakushi glanced at the content of the urgent report and his expression turned serious.

"I wanted to talk to you about something else, but it seems there’s no more time now. Ichihime, do not wander around here. I will be away for a few days to solve some trouble."

The content of the urgent report was sudden; in the western coastal areas, the central mountains, and the southern forests of the Land of Demons, large numbers of stone soldiers suddenly appeared, attacking nearby towns from various directions.

These stone soldiers even launched indiscriminate attacks on areas outside the Land of Demons, targeting surrounding countries.

It is vital to suppress this turmoil before it escalates.

The mastermind behind these stone soldiers, Hakushi naturally knew who it was. The demonic creature that has survived since ancient times, Mōryō, only Mōryō could achieve such things in the Land of Demons.

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Shrine.

Only a few maids dressed in Witch’s Attire were guarding here, as the owner of the Shrine, Mire, had long disappeared.

Hakushi only learned this upon arriving at the Shrine.

Entering the side hall of the Shrine, he found the ancient stone gate at the center of the circular altar had opened at some point.

The air in the side hall was filled with natural freshness, unlike the oppressive and stuffy atmosphere of the past, but Hakushi felt no joy from this.

This stone gate was a crucial tool for sealing Mōryō’s soul.

The stone gate’s opening meant Mōryō’s soul had broken free of its shackles.

His hand touched the open stone gate. freeweɓnovēl.coɱ

From the traces, it seemed Mōryō’s soul breaking free happened not long ago.

The floor and walls of the side hall bore significant wear marks with many cracks.

It was evident that a battle had taken place here.

It was no surprise that this scene was likely caused by a clash between the Mire Witch and Mōryō’s soul.