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Chapter 1047: The Nara Clan in Peril!
Chapter 1047: The Nara Clan in Peril!
The Nara Clan!
Though they have never produced a Hokage or an elder, their status in Konohagakure has always been high, serving as the brains of the "Ino-Shika-Cho" trio.
This is due to the clan's exceptionally high intelligence.
In essence, the position of Konohagakure's military strategist has never been held by anyone outside the Nara Clan.
Unfortunately, the Nara Clan now finds itself in a dire situation.
First, the former clan head, Nara Shikaku, was assassinated on the battlefield, later confirmed to be the work of Hyuga Aikotsuki.
Then, the new clan head, Nara Shikamaru, also went missing during the final battle.
That's right!
He is only missing for now, and his death has not been confirmed.
Many ninja are still connected to the Shinju, serving as 'Batteries.'
This news was brought back by Asuma, Naruto, and others.
Losing two clan heads would be manageable, given the Nara Clan's status and influence in Konohagakure, and they would still stand firm.
However, after Tsunade, Shizune, and Ino returned to the village, a rumor began to spread.
The rumor was that the Lord of Liangyang had declared, "Konohagakure can be spared, but the Nara must die."
Ordinary rumors are usually dismissed, but this one gained traction because everyone knew how much Nara Shikaku had targeted Tang Ping.
It was purely personal enmity.
After his disappearance, some already suspected it was an act of revenge, though there was no evidence or leads.
Then, when it was revealed that Hyuga Aikotsuki was the one who acted, the suspicion was confirmed.
There was indeed a grudge!
So when this rumor spread, many people 'woke up.'
The rumor only appeared after Tsunade and the others returned to the village, indicating that this was a precondition for Konohagakure's surrender to the Blazing Sun Kingdom.
Thus, the Dove Faction, including civilian ninja, small ninja clans, and ordinary villagers, began to fan the flames.
Don't think this is impossible.
In the past, Konohagakure had to hand over Hyuga Hiashi's body to the Cloud Ninja Village to settle a dispute over a false accusation.
The Nara Clan's situation is far more severe now.
The Blazing Sun Kingdom's strength far surpasses that of the Cloud Ninja Village, and it borders the Land of Fire. If they attack, they could be at Konohagakure's gates by evening.
The power disparity is immense!
The Blazing Sun Kingdom alone could once challenge the Shinobi Alliance.
Now, it's revealed that the Sand and Mist Ninja Villages are also part of the Blazing Sun Kingdom.
This news sent shockwaves through the entire ninja world.
Already struggling against the Blazing Sun Kingdom, the defection of two of the Five Great Ninja Villages left Konohagakure with no chance.
Faced with such a powerful enemy, many in Konohagakure began to see joining the Blazing Sun Kingdom as a viable option.
After all, the benefits and treatment would be better, and many of its members are from Konohagakure. Plus, there's Tsunade, one of the Sannin, to provide moral justification.
With both threats and incentives, it's no wonder the Dove Faction has grown in numbers.
The Hawk Faction, if not for the support of major forces with money and manpower, would have no chance against the Dove Faction.
To ally with the Blazing Sun Kingdom, the Nara Clan must be dealt with, which is why many now want to drive them out of Konohagakure.
Once they leave, dealing with them outside the village would be much easier.
Don't blame them for lacking loyalty; in the face of clan survival, everything else can be ignored.
Today, the Nara Clan is surrounded.
Hundreds of Konohagakure villagers encircle the Nara Clan's compound. If not for the guard team holding them back, they might have already stormed in.
"Get out of Konohagakure!"
"Bringer of disaster!"
"Troublemaker!"
...
Such cries echo continuously.
Among the crowd are many civilian ninja.
The smaller ninja clans dare not stand up now.
It's one thing to deal with villagers and individual ninja, but it's another to deal with a small ninja clan.
Even if they can't act openly, subtle manipulations in missions and resources can easily bring down a small clan.
This has happened before.
Indeed, when Danzo was in power, many such incidents were uncovered during the revelation of his crimes.
The current Root organization has been restructured by Tsunade's Advisor Koharu. While it’s not as ruthless as before, it’s still far from being benign. Anyone who dares to oppose the Hokage system has a particularly high chance of meeting with an 'accident.'
Even though the village has tried to keep these incidents under wraps, the Blazing Sun Kingdom has been more than happy to 'remind' everyone through various channels, thereby tarnishing Root’s reputation considerably.
Outside the Nara clan’s main residence, there are several ninja from other villages who have come to see the spectacle.
Given the large number of non-Konohagakure ninja currently in the village, this situation is not surprising.
"Tsk, tsk, no wonder Konohagakure is known as the land of the Feudal Lord’s notorious citizens!"
Upon arriving and assessing the situation, Tang Ping surveyed the densely packed crowd of villagers below and the massive, sprawling Nara clan main residence in front of him.
He could only describe the building in one way:
Low-key luxury with depth!
It had everything: small bridges, flowing streams, pavilions, cherry blossom trees, and training grounds.
As a core clan of the Hokage system, the Nara clan having such a place is not unusual.
As for why Tang Ping referred to the agitated crowd below as notorious citizens, it’s because this isn’t the first time they’ve acted this way.
From the White Fang incident, to the Cloud ninja scam, to the Uchiha clan’s extermination—these notorious citizens have always been there to fan the flames.
In the past, it was always Danzo and Root who set the tone, but now that Danzo is dead, the rhythm setters have naturally become the Dove Faction.
As for the new Root, Tsunade's Advisor Koharu is on the Hawk Faction’s side, so she wouldn’t be setting the tone. It must be the Dove Faction.
It’s just a matter of whether it’s Tsunade or Ino.
Tang Ping could see a lot with just one glance.
His gaze towards the Nara clan’s territory was particularly hostile.
Although he now has the power to reduce it to ashes with a single move, he wouldn’t do that.
Killing them would be too merciful!
It would be much better to let Ino handle it. Even if she fails, it would give the others a chance to witness Konohagakure’s downfall slowly.
Unfortunately, Nara Shikamaru is either dead or hanging on the Shinju. At least, Tang Ping didn’t see him die when he surveyed the battlefield.
If he could be here to witness this scene, it would be perfect.
It would also give Tang Ping a chance to vent his frustration.
In the original plot, Shikamaru had the ability and talent but chose not to work hard, to be lazy, and to play.
It’s infuriating!
Even someone as laid-back as Tang Ping, who aspires to do nothing, still makes an effort.
But the Nara clan, with their sharp minds, often say things like "It’s too troublesome", which is just plain annoying.
He was already annoyed, and then Nara Shikaku targeted him relentlessly.
Death has its way!
So, Tang Ping first sent Nara Shikaku to the Pure Land for a "vacation", and now he plans to level the entire clan.
Isn’t Hina always saying "It’s too troublesome" and that she likes playing chess and being lazy?
Fine!
She won’t have to worry about these things anymore.
Of course, this has absolutely nothing to do with the personal grudge he harbors because Shikamaru ended up marrying Temari in the original plot.
Absolutely nothing!
Regardless of whether others believe it, Tang Ping believes it.
The surging crowd below, seeing no one stopping them, grew even more emboldened, shouting for the Nara clan to leave Konohagakure.
Tang Ping, meanwhile, released his spiritual perception to assess the situation inside the main residence.
It was quite lively inside.
The Ino-Shika-Cho trio was there.
Most importantly, there was a presence he recognized very well.
Ino!
She was in the main hall, surrounded by several powerful ninja.
No wonder the Nara clan didn’t come out to disperse and stop the commotion outside; they were all gathered in the hall.
With this in mind, Tang Ping appeared to remain still, but in reality, he had left behind a shadow clone.
His true form had already entered the Nara clan’s main residence.
How did he get in?
As a deity, he had plenty of ways. Even if there were Kage-level ninjas around, they wouldn’t be able to detect him.
Like now!
Even as he walked through the clan’s territory, within the sight of Nara clan guards, no one found it strange.
Presence!
Even without this innate ability, his overwhelming spiritual power allowed him to simulate it easily. At least, Kage-level ninjas wouldn’t notice unless they were as perceptive as the Sage of Six Paths.
To those around him, Tang Ping was like a leaf, naturally drawing no attention. This allowed him to enter the polished wooden hall.
Outside, over a hundred chunin from the three clans were guarding.
Inside, there were about a dozen jounin and Ino.
They were currently in the midst of a heated argument.
(End of Chapter)
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