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Chapter 1054: Someone Set a Bad Example!
Chapter 1054: Someone Set a Bad Example!
The Senju Ancestral Home!
As the founders of the village, the Senju Clan was far from poor, owning the best real estate, which was shared between the Senju and Uchiha Clans.
In a sense, the Senju Clan was the true 'landlords.'
However, after their decline, the Senju Clan's properties were all sold by Tsunade.
But this ancestral home was different.
Even if Tsunade was a compulsive gambler, she would never sell this spacious and serene estate, fearing that her grandfather would rise from the grave to strangle her.
The real reason she sold the Senju Clan's properties was that she no longer cared.
Yes, she simply didn't care anymore.
After Dan's death, she was the only one left of the Senju Clan. No matter how much wealth she possessed, it was useless. So she sold the properties and used the money to gamble.
If not for these properties, she wouldn't have earned the reputation of being a 'big fat sheep' in the Ninja World.
Almost all the properties she sold ended up in the hands of the Hokage Lineage.
From this, it was clear how ruthless these people were.
First, they swallowed the Senju Clan, then the Uchiha Clan, allowing the Hokage Lineage to firmly control the majority of commercial properties.
In this sense, the Hokage Lineage truly deserved to be cursed, as their actions could be described in a few words: "Eradicating the lineage!"
Though they did a lot of surface-level posturing, the truth was evident.
Tsunade wasn't stupid; she saw through everything. However, she no longer cared, so she went along with it and sold the properties to fuel her gambling.
Now, the Senju Clan in Konohagakure had only this ancestral home left.
In the once cold and quiet estate, many people had gathered, all looking at Tsunade, who was seated at the head of the room, flanked by Shizune and Ino.
"Tsunade-sama, what should we do next?"
Kozuki Heita asked, somewhat worried.
It wasn't that he wanted to betray her; he just wanted to know Tsunade's plans.
Anyone could guess that Asuma, as the Sixth Hokage, would declare war on the Blazing Sun Kingdom. When that happened, they would be 'utilized' and sent to the front lines as cannon fodder.
"We need to gather everyone as quickly as possible. We'll leave Konohagakure tonight!"
Tsunade revealed her plan.
She wasn't reckless and had long made contingency plans.
Ideally, she would become Hokage and fulfill her promise to Tang Ping. If that didn't happen, she would take some people with her.
As for those fools... let them fend for themselves.
"But..."
Nobita, standing on the other side, was shocked. He hadn't expected Tsunade to suddenly decide to take them away. Just as he was about to say something, he was interrupted.
"Don't worry", Tsunade glanced around at the gathered people. "The new Hokage won't be idle tonight, so this is our only chance to leave. If we stay, you know the consequences!"
If they waited until after today, Asuma would have full control of the village. While she could leave, she wouldn't be able to take many people with her. Therefore, they had to act tonight.
Run with your bucket!
The Uchiha Clan, the Hyuga Clan, the Inuzuka Clan, the Aburame Clan, and other ninja clans had all left this way. So, she would follow their example.
It could only be said that Tang Ping had set a bad example, and others had learned from it.
Moreover, everyone now knew how well the ninja clans that had moved to the Heavenly Guardian Tower were doing.
Apart from losing their clan rights, the Blazing Sun Kingdom didn't interfere with anything else.
For example, they could live together and practice their family techniques. The Blazing Sun Kingdom only required that everything be done according to the rules, ensuring that no clan's power exceeded that of the Blazing Sun Kingdom.
This was hard for the large ninja clans to accept, but it was almost harmless for the smaller clans and civilian ninjas, which was why they chose to follow Tsunade.
Moving to the Heavenly Guardian Tower was a benefit.
The Heavenly Guardian Tower, as the core of the Blazing Sun Kingdom, was no longer as open as it used to be. Anyone could come and go temporarily, but obtaining permanent residency was now extremely difficult.
Household registration affects every aspect of life, so it's not easy to obtain one for the Heavenly Guardian Tower.
However, with Tsunade's recommendation, things are different.
This single benefit is enough to make people willing to take the risk.
The subsequent discussions all revolved around the migration planned for tonight.
Ordinary people require a lot of preparation time for relocation.
But for ninjas, they can truly 'pack up and go,' and their efficiency is astonishing.
Most importantly, the Heavenly Guardian Tower offers generous benefits to ninjas, so there's no need to worry about financial issues.
The various ninja resources are the strongest in the Ninja World, and as long as you contribute, you can exchange for them without having to pledge loyalty to anyone or pay any price.
In Konohagakure, no matter how much you contribute, if you want to exchange for high-level ninja techniques, you need the Hokage's approval. If the Hokage disagrees, your contributions are meaningless.
This was well portrayed in the original plot.
All high-level and forbidden techniques can only be exchanged in the Hokage's office, and you need to satisfy Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Tsk!
To satisfy him, you naturally need to have the 'Will of Fire.'
This explains why, in Konohagakure, most strong individuals have a strong Will of Fire.
Without the Will of Fire, you can't become strong.
Unless you have a family legacy!
For the major ninja clans, they have their own secret techniques and don't need the Will of Fire.
Just consider how many strong individuals come from the Hokage Lineage, and you'll understand how effective this strategy is.
It's almost inhumane!
No wonder there are so few famous non-Hokage Lineage civilian strong individuals.
For civilian ninjas, without the Will of Fire, you can't turn your life around.
Take Minato Namikaze and Maito Gai, for example. Though they are civilians, their Will of Fire is intense, and combined with their natural talent, they were able to acquire the techniques that changed their lives.
Will of Fire + talent!
You can't do without either.
So, once civilian ninjas break free from the brainwashing of the Will of Fire, they instantly become clear-headed.
Yes, this is thanks to Tang Ping.
His book, "My Struggle", exposed the double standards of the Hokage Lineage. The Will of Fire is just used to brainwash civilians, and the Hokage Lineage themselves don't even believe in it.
Add to that the exposure of various scandals, and it's no wonder Konohagakure's civilian ninjas have awakened.
Now, the Will of Fire is something even dogs wouldn't believe.
Didn't you see Asuma, in his speech, talk about 'restoring Konohagakure's glory, our duty'? He didn't dare mention the Will of Fire.
Not long after, the people gathered at the Senju Ancestral Home all left.
Tsunade retracted her gaze and looked at Ino beside her, asking:
"How's your plan coming along?"
Yes, when she said Asuma would be too busy today to stop them from leaving, it wasn't just talk.
Because the plan Ino was preparing would keep him too busy to interfere.
"It's almost ready!"
Ino's eyes flashed with a hint of sadness, but she nodded, indicating that everything was set.
"Once you've made up your mind, don't regret it!"
Tsunade reminded her.
"Understood!"
Ino nodded slightly, but her expression didn't improve.
It's not easy, considering that once her plan is used, the Nara, Akimichi, and Yamanaka Clans might become history.
Explosive tags!
Those who understand know their purpose.
Using the opportunities to enter and leave the Nara and Akimichi Clans, she planted a significant number of explosive tags inside.
Thanks to her identity and familiarity with the two clans, she was able to carry out this task smoothly.
If it were anyone else, it would have been impossible.
But for her, who grew up in the Three Clans and can now enter and leave the two clans, it wasn't difficult.
Originally, it was just a contingency plan, something Ino learned from Tang Ping—always have a backup. But she never expected it to be used.
It can only be said that Tang Ping's actions have been emulated by many.
He didn't just blow up Konohagakure once, and Ino learned a lot from him, applying the knowledge directly.
Of course, the explosive tags were purchased with Tsunade's help; Ino herself didn't have the qualifications.
Soon, it was late at night.
(End of Chapter)
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