Traveling through Naruto with Heroes of Might and Magic

Chapter 112 The Daimyo's Reward

The two people Danzo sent were, firstly, only slightly stronger Chunin level, and secondly, barely reaching Jonin level.

Against such an opponent, Qingwu naturally didn't need to go all out.

He also took the opportunity to test his physical skills.

The second one took a little longer; the first Root ninja was kicked out of the arena before he could react.

After Asma finished laughing, he said with a worried tone:

"However, if it were me who took action, Danzo probably wouldn't do anything, but Qingwu... I'm afraid Danzo won't let this go easily."

"If he dares to come, I'll take him on!" Qingwu said nonchalantly.

Since the Third Hokage privately told him to sabotage Danzo's plan, it means that the Third Hokage must have a way to restrain Danzo.

As for the Root organization now, apart from Danzo himself, there's no one else... Qingwu isn't afraid of.

"There have been many eyes watching you these past two days," Tianzang said softly, pointing out the window.

"From the moment I arrived in the capital, many pairs of eyes appeared around me, from the Root... and from other ninja villages."

Tianzang, who came from the Roots, was most familiar with the ways of the Roots.

Moreover, being cautious, he was always on guard against anyone harming Qingwu.

"That's normal!" Asuma said, lighting a cigarette. "Qingwu is quite famous now, and there are plenty of forces trying to find out about him."

"Let them see!" Qingwu walked to the window and looked at the night. "I actually hope someone dares to lay a hand on me."

He was somewhat dissatisfied with the selection process for the Guardian Ninja.

The fighting style, which only uses physical skills and involves punches and kicks, gave him a great sense of novelty.

Of course, he wouldn't forget what he lacks most right now.

Just then, a knock sounded at the door.

"Go!" Asma shouted.

No chakra could be sensed from the newcomer.

The door opened, and a bespectacled, refined-looking young official entered.

The official waved for the two attendants carrying the box to enter, then bowed and said:

"My lords, I have delivered the reward that the Daimyo promised. Also, the Daimyo requests that Lord Asuma come over."

Asma seemed to have been prepared, nodded to Qingwu and the others, and followed the official.

Qingwu rubbed his hands together. The biggest gain from this trip for him... had arrived!

The heavy box was opened, and a flash of golden light appeared.

It was gold… Qingwu’s eyes shone brighter than gold.

Kurenai Yuhi chuckled, "I'd heard you were greedy, but I didn't expect you to be so blatant about it."

The description of Qingwu as "greedy" displeased Tianzang, who explained in a low voice, "Qingwu often sponsors orphanages."

Kurenai paused for a moment, then apologized, "I didn't mean anything by it. The rumors in the village are never true."

Qingwu waved his hand dismissively, saying, "There's nothing wrong with being greedy. I am indeed short of money. Hmm, is this gold a reward from the lord to just one person?"

Kurenai covered her mouth and chuckled, "Since none of us played, it's naturally for you alone."

Tianzang also said, "There's no need to share with us."

"Hehe..." Qingwu glanced at the neatly stacked gold ingots in the box, "Let me see how many there are."

After a moment, Qingwu said with slight disappointment, "So the bottom was padded."

Damn it, there's only one layer of gold on top; the bottom is hollow and lined with red silk.

When I first saw the two servants carrying it in, I thought there was a lot inside the heavy box.

Kurenai walked over and picked up a gold ingot. "This is quite a lot. This amount of gold is equivalent to the reward for several S-rank missions."

Qingwu really didn't know the exchange rate between gold and official banknotes, so he quickly asked carefully.

Born into a privileged family, Yuhi Hong quickly estimated the amount and held up her delicate white hand: "Five million taels, Qingwu, you've struck it rich."

Qingwu paused, then clicked her tongue in amazement.

As expected of someone with such a reputation, he can casually spend so much money.

He immediately accepted the amount, as the money was indeed "earned" very easily.

Go back and build the [Deadwood Arch] first, and you can also replenish the troops that have been accumulating in the barracks for so long.

"It's inconvenient for you to carry this with you." Kurenai put the gold ingot back and casually kicked the box. "You can deposit it in the bank in the capital tomorrow."

"Thank you. I really do need to get out and see more of the world," Qingwu said with a smile.

Kurenai yawned. "It must be tiring dealing with those nobles every day. I'm going back to rest."

Tianzang also took his leave; he lived next door to Qingwu.

The room fell silent. Qingwu smiled and placed her hand directly on the box. "Exchange for gold coins!"

【Ding! 】

[Receive 50000 Gold Coins]

The box immediately became empty, revealing only the red silk cloth underneath.

Qingwu secretly praised Xi Ri Hong for her accurate judgment.

At the same time, the fact that he had exchanged so many gold coins for the first time filled him with excitement, and he couldn't wait to rush back to his territory.

……

The next day, at the city gate.

Asuma wore a belt with the character for "fire" printed on it. A complex look flashed in his eyes as he looked at Kurenai Yuhi. "Konoha... I'm entrusting it to you."

Kurenai frowned. "I'm just a special Jonin, don't put pressure on me, you bastard Asuma!"

Asma chuckled twice, then turned to Qingwu and said, "Do you know why the Great Name bestowed so many rewards upon you?"

Qingwu rolled her eyes. "Because of... Danzo!?"

"You...you don't seem like a fourteen-year-old at all!" Asuma remarked.

"The Daimyo disliked the Root ninjas, thinking they were... sinister and ominous. In fact, Danzo had arranged for Root ninjas to become Guardian Ninjas a few years ago."

However, the daimyo rejected it on the grounds of "not being qualified".

"Therefore, Danzo sent people to try to recruit the Guardian Ninja through the normal selection process for this selection."

After a pause, Asuma continued:

"The daimyo was actually very annoyed, but he couldn't openly oppose it."

"At this moment, your decisive elimination of Danzo's men not only slapped Danzo in the face but also gave the daimyo a perfect opportunity to refuse."

Kurenai Yuhi suddenly realized, "So those rewards..."

"That's right." Asuma nodded. "It's a gift of gratitude, and also a statement that the Daimyo is very satisfied with the old man and the Shadow Guard!"

No wonder the famous one was so generous… Qingwu raised an eyebrow.

It wasn't just because he won, but also because he unintentionally became the "knife" used by the daimyo to punish Danzo, and a sharp, useful knife that didn't require him to get his own blood on it.

Politics is truly everywhere.

"But you still need to be careful," Asuma said. "Qingwu, Danzo has lost face this time and he will not let it go. You... must be vigilant when you go back."

As Asuma said this, he looked at Kurenai again, as if he was very worried.

Kurenai smoothed her hair, feigning nonchalance, and asked, "Then why did you stay behind as a Guardian Shinobi?"

Asma fell silent.

A moment later, he patted the "fire" character on his belt and said, "Let's go, or we won't make it back to Konoha before dark."