Chapter 1041: Killing the Heart!
Chapter 1041: Killing the Heart!
While others were busy, Tang Ping had already teleported back to the Heavenly Guardian Tower.
He rushed back to meet some people.
Tsunade, Tobirama Senju, Kurenai Yuhi, Anko Mitarashi, and Ino Yamanaka.
In the final battle, they did not participate but stayed behind to 'keep the house.'
It wasn't that he didn't trust them. Kurenai Yuhi was his sister, so Tang Ping naturally trusted her.
However, during the decisive battle, he had to deal a fatal blow to the Shinobi Alliance, which included Konohagakure. Therefore, he deliberately left them behind to guard the home.
As for Hina and the younger generation, they were less influenced by Konohagakure. After joining the Sunlight Kingdom, they had smoothly integrated, so there was no need to worry about them.
In the office of the Sunlight Tower,
"I believe you already know who the victor of this final battle is!"
Tang Ping's gaze swept across their faces, finally settling on Tsunade.
He had returned using the teleportation array, which was much faster than the spread of news, so they were still unaware of the battle's outcome.
However, seeing him return unharmed, they understood without needing to be told who the ultimate victor was.
"I never thought..."
Tsunade's expression was complex.
She was well aware of the final battle. Even though she had joined the Sunlight Kingdom, she did not want to take action against Konohagakure, so she remained neutral.
Now, knowing that the Sunlight Kingdom, not the Shinobi Alliance, was the final victor, her feelings were naturally mixed.
This meant that from now on, the entire Ninja World would be under the control of the Sunlight Kingdom.
Although this was a good thing for most people, Konohagakure was Tsunade's 'white moonlight.' The rise of the Sunlight Kingdom meant the decline or even destruction of Konohagakure, which couldn't help but make her feel conflicted.
"There are many things you didn't expect. If I told you that this final battle was a conspiracy by Madara, Black Zetsu, the Sage of Six Paths, and others, would you believe me?"
Tang Ping teased.
Now, there was no need to keep these secrets.
Especially the Doyume family's affairs—he had no obligation to keep them confidential. It was also a good opportunity to 'publicize' these matters, so the people of the Ninja World would understand that the countless wars over the years were all due to their 'family affairs.'
"How could that be..."
"The Sage of Six Paths!"
"..."
...
After Tang Ping recounted the details of the final battle, everyone was utterly stunned.
Who would have thought that behind the Akatsuki, there were so many people involved?
The fallen hero of Konohagakure, Obito; the demon of the Ninja World, Uzumaki Madara; the third son of Hagoromo Otsutsuki, Black Zetsu; Mikoto; and the Sage of Six Paths—all were completely unexpected.
Especially the last three, which were even more surprising.
Seeing their stunned expressions, Tang Ping was extremely satisfied.
Achieving such a glorious victory, it would be a shame not to show off a bit.
It was like a fisherman who, after catching a ten-pound fish, would not only parade it around the village but also start every conversation with, "Do you know I caught a ten-pound fish today?"
Tang Ping was feeling the same way.
With all his worries from his journey through the dimensions now cleared, and no longer having any concerns, he was content to celebrate. It would be a miracle if he didn't boast a little.
"Cough, cough", he cleared his throat to bring them back to their senses, then looked at Tsunade and said, "I want you to return to Konohagakure, take the position of Hokage, and then join the Sunlight Kingdom!"
Yes, that was the reason he came to see Tsunade.
Konohagakure's fighting force had been decimated on the battlefield. Although he had deliberately spared Kakashi, Naruto, and Sakura, the others were either dead or absorbed by the Shinju. Now was the time for Tsunade to step in.
This would also give the Konohagakure clans a chance to survive.
Of course, the Hokage lineage was out of the question.
Except for the Yamanaka clan, to which Ino belonged, the other two clans had brought their own demise upon themselves.
As for the Yamanaka clan, Tang Ping would give Ino a test.
If she passed, the Yamanaka clan could remain. If not, he would have to apologize.
Although he enjoyed having a harem, he was not without principles.
He would not spare the Nara clan.
They must die!
Just like the four ninja clans behind the Leaf F4, they must all be annihilated; there's no room for negotiation.
After all, he is just that petty.
If someone displeases him temporarily, he will make sure they suffer for the rest of their lives.
He takes life and death lightly, and if you don't comply, he'll take action.
Even if this capriciousness leads to Tsunade's mission failing, he doesn't change his stance.
Or perhaps, Tang Ping is being deliberately obstructive.
He wants Tsunade to fail!
If she fails, it means Konohagakure is ripe for the taking, and the Sunlit Nation can make their move.
While a direct attack is not impossible, there are quite a few Konohagakure loyalists within the Sunlit Nation, and their opinions must be considered.
Even with his prestige, he is not afraid of the Konohagakure faction turning against him.
But Tang Ping seeks a life of leisure and harem-building, not a game of "Infernal Affairs." Besides, many of the girls in his harem are from Konohagakure, and he needs to show them some respect.
That's why he deliberately let Naruto escape.
With his double standards, others can move against Konohagakure, but Konohagakure moving against others is strictly forbidden.
The double standards are that obvious.
Once Tsunade's ascension to Hokage is known to be for the sake of serving the Sunlit Nation, she will surely oppose it in the name of "protecting Konohagakure."
Kakashi is another deliberate move by Tang Ping, meant to aid this plan.
If Tsunade brings Konohagakure into the fold, it won't be easy to settle the score. But if she opposes it, then after Konohagakure is conquered, anything goes.
Because... the defeated have no choice.
So, Tang Ping is very curious to see if Tsunade can still become Hokage, given his covert sabotage.
He isn't worried about Tsunade refusing the mission.
After all, it's an opportunity for her to save Konohagakure. Refusing would only push it into the abyss.
"I'll set out immediately!"
Tsunade understood why Tang Ping gave her this task and immediately accepted it.
After all, the Sunlit Nation has long wanted to "purify" the decaying Ninja World, but they were always suppressed.
Now, with no opponents left in the Ninja World, Konohagakure is in grave danger.
And since it borders the Sunlit Nation, an attack would be effortless.
Therefore, time is of the essence.
"Wait!" Tang Ping called out to Tsunade, his gaze meaningfully falling on the blonde girl in the office. "Take Ino with you and have her 'personally' eliminate either the Nara or the Akimichi Clan. What do you think of this task?"
Killing to break the spirit!
Since Ino has been using the "Honey Trap" as ordered, Tang Ping now wants to test her.
He will use the Nara and Akimichi Clans to test her, making her choose one to eliminate.
The Ino-Shika-Cho trio is known for their unity in life and death.
Now, making her choose one of them will reveal her true intentions.
If she defects, it gives Tang Ping the perfect excuse to purge the three clans.
But if she doesn't defect, she must choose between the Akimichi and Nara Clans.
Tang Ping is genuinely curious to see her choice.
"I..."
Ino's face turned pale, unable to believe she was singled out.
Although she has successfully integrated into the Sunlit Nation with the help of the "Konohagakure faction", her interactions with Tang Ping have been limited, and she has only gathered some basic information, none of which is particularly valuable.
She was still considering how to gain Tang Ping's trust to infiltrate higher circles when this task was unexpectedly given to her.
Letter of Allegiance!
She immediately recognized the nature of this task.
Tang Ping's dislike for the "Leaf F4 and Nara Clan" is no secret.
So, Ino knows that this task isn't necessarily a sign of suspicion, but rather a way to make her sever ties with Konohagakure.
"Ino, if you don't want to do this task, it's not—"
Tang Ping began, but Ino interrupted him.
"Please, Lord Tang Ping, rest assured and entrust this task to me!"
Ino's tone was resolute.
She had a reason for this.
Someone had warned her.
(End of Chapter)
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