When unable to vent on external enemies, the Kaguya clan turned their spears inward toward the village.
At such a time, as the Fourth Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi did not intervene or pacify them. Instead, he adopted policies that seemed to indulge them.
Although the previous Hidden Mist Village was also known as the Blood Mist and had cruel internal rules, it was not as cruel as the current "Blood Mist Village" policy.
The most famous of these was the ninja graduation exam. Previously, the exam only allowed killing opponents. Now, it mandated killing half of them. Imposing a rigid death toll.
There were countless other cruel rules. The Kaguya clan's favorite was being allowed to kill comrades during missions as long as the mission succeeded.
"Yagura..."
Genji slightly opened his eyes. Recalling Yagura Karatachi's changes over the past two years, his heart sank.
"He indeed has become somewhat problematic."
Turning to look at Mei Terumi, Genji's voice slowly rang out.
"Mei. Your judgment is correct."
Mei Terumi nodded with a heavy expression. Ever since the end of the Third Shinobi World War, she had felt there was a problem with the Mizukage.
The formulation of certain policies, his way of handling matters, and even his entire demeanor were completely different from the Yagura Karatachi she once knew.
Thinking of his battle with the Uchiha of Konoha, she had always harbored suspicions.
"Elder. I suspect Lord Mizukage is under an Uchiha Genjutsu. But fearing to alert the enemy, I haven't taken any action."
Mei Terumi spoke softly.
"Lord Mizukage is a Jinchuriki. Ordinary Genjutsu simply won't work on him. And breaking it won't be that easy either."
Ao, standing nearby, spoke with a heavy face.
Genji nodded. Not acting rashly was correct. And right now it was just a guess. They weren't sure what kind of method was used.
"Specific actions can be discussed. But before dealing with the internal crisis, we must confirm that the Kaguya clan has left the village."
"Yes."
The Land of Water is mountainous and foggy. As an island nation, plains are a very precious resource.
As the Daimyo of the Land of Water, he possessed the largest plain territory. The Daimyo's residence, serving as the national capital, was built on one of these plains.
At this time, the Boar-Bear was leading a force of hundreds. Advancing toward the Daimyo's residence.
Almost all the chimeric soldiers in the entire force had awakened chakra. Those who hadn't awakened had either died in battle or been absorbed by other chimeric soldiers.
Besides the chimeric soldiers on land, a flock of bird-beasts flew in the sky.
Leading them was precisely the Bird-Headed Beast. One of the three beasts to awaken chakra first.
It slowly descended. Looking at the Boar-Bear with some confusion.
"Isn't our target the Hidden Mist Village? Why are we going to the Daimyo's residence?"
The Bird-Headed Beast's crisp voice rang out. Full of confusion.
The Boar-Bear turned its head and cast a cold glance at the Bird-Headed Beast. Only speaking after a moment.
"I've studied the relationship between the Hidden Mist Village and the Daimyo's residence."
"As long as the Daimyo's residence is in danger, that group of ninjas hiding deep in the mountains will take the initiative to appear before us."
These words made the Bird-Headed Beast even more confused.
"Don't we already know the general direction of the Hidden Mist Village? Just going straight there is enough."
Hearing this, the Boar-Bear didn't even have the thought of explaining. Turning its head and continuing forward. Ignoring this stupid bird.
"Stupid bird. Don't you even consider if we can beat them?"
A mocking voice rang out from the side.
The Spider-Monkey, wearing luxurious clothes, sat on the head of a massive chimeric soldier.
As they absorbed more information and chakra, the three of them with the highest degree of evolution became increasingly human-like.
Especially the Spider-Monkey. Standing about 1.6 meters tall. Wearing luxurious clothes. With skin as white and bright as silk. And a head of smooth white hair.
If not for its six eyes, it truly looked just like a human.
"Stinking spider. What did you say?"
The Bird-Headed Beast instantly bristled. The feathers all over its body shining.
That was all chakra. Various nature transformations casually converting within.
"You haven't forgotten our mission, have you? It's to become stronger and obtain more information. Not to engage in meaningless battles."
The Spider-Monkey lay on its side. Not caring about the chakra fluctuations nearby at all.
The sharp fangs in the Bird-Headed Beast's mouth ground together as it glared fiercely at the Spider-Monkey.
"Behave yourselves."
A cold voice rang out from the front.
Both of their hearts jolted. They immediately withdrew their chakra.
The Boar-Bear looked into the distance. Speaking slowly.
"Two more cities and we'll reach the Daimyo's residence of the Land of Water. Clear them out at the fastest speed."
"Yes."
Amidst the uneven shouts, many roars were mixed in.
Although all had obtained human information and chakra, not all chimeric soldiers completely symbolized human evolution.
After issuing the order, the army of hundreds immediately accelerated. Charging toward the city whose outline was already visible ahead.
And dozens of miles behind them, over two hundred ninjas of the Kaguya clan were running continuously.
One of the Kaguya ninjas looked ahead. Suddenly noticing something. He hurriedly ran over.
"Boss. This direction seems to be Hanami Castle. Behind it is Matsumoto Castle. And further back is the Daimyo's residence."
Kaguya Raido's expression became slightly serious. He was the Clan Head after all. He had some understanding of politics.
"These guys' target is the Daimyo? Don't worry about it. As long as we annihilate them, it's equivalent to nothing happening."
"The Boss is absolutely right."
"The Clan Head is right."
"Kill them."
The emotions of the surrounding Kaguya clan members ran high. Killing intent permeating the air. Some people's eyes were blood-red.
Ninjas are very fast and have strong stamina. When they approached Hanami Castle, almost no one was panting.
Not even the teenagers around ten years old were panting.
Hanami Castle, illuminated by moonlight, radiated the glow of fire. The giant city gate had been directly smashed open with a large hole. There were collapsed sections nearby.
Two chimeric soldiers stood by the city wall. One had a carapace all over its body. Like a combination of a crab and a lobster.
The other resembled a crocodile.
"So many... people."
The chimeric crab spoke immediately upon spotting the Kaguya clan.
The next moment, a pale figure charged over.
The chimeric crab and chimeric crocodile were like cannonballs. Smashing into the city wall.
BOOM. BOOM.
The two soldiers were embedded entirely into the city wall. Cracks spreading across it.
A fist imprint was caved into the chest of the crocodile soldier. Fresh blood flowed from its mouth.
On the chest armor of the other crab soldier, only shallow imprints and a few fine cracks appeared.
Two small eyes glared fiercely at Kaguya Raido.
"What a tough guy."
Kaguya Raido grinned.
White bones rapidly grew from his arms and shoulders. Twisting and wrapping around his arms to turn into two large spears resembling drills.
Instantly turning into a white blur, the two drill spears slammed into the two soldiers.
Directly piercing through their defenses. Large holes were blasted through their entire bodies.
Feeling that degree of hardness, Kaguya Raido couldn't help but laugh out loud.
With high fighting spirit, he charged into the city.
Like a bulldozer, he pierced through every soldier he encountered.
"Not enough. Not enough. Not enough."
"I want stronger enemies."
A roaring sound came from Kaguya Raido's mouth. His face was hideous. His entire body radiating scorching fighting spirit.
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