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In the command tent, Danzō’s face was dark. Most of the Jōnin were present, but some were missing.
Tsunade wasn’t there, and neither was Uzumaki Shin. Shin wasn’t technically required to attend, but Danzō had sent someone to summon him.
Their absence was a sign of disrespect. Danzō was furious.
“Tsunade remained at the base, and Suna attacked our supplies. She is responsible for this loss.”
Danzō didn’t care if Tsunade was present or not. He threw the blame on her.
“Uzumaki Shin failed to protect the supplies. He is also responsible.”
He then blamed Shin. The other Jōnin exchanged uneasy glances.
Blaming Tsunade was one thing, but blaming Shin? He wasn’t even in charge of the logistics department.
Shouldn’t the head of the department be held accountable?
“Danzō-sama, perhaps this isn’t appropriate,” Orochimaru said.
He looked at Danzō, knowing he was deliberately targeting Shin. Normally, Orochimaru wouldn’t interfere, but Konoha was currently at a disadvantage. Suna and Ame had joined forces. This wasn’t the time for internal strife.
“I’m not discussing this with you,” Danzō said dismissively.
“Then I hope you won’t regret this.” Orochimaru didn’t argue.
“Who will summon Tsunade and Uzumaki Shin for questioning?” Danzō looked at the Jōnin.
The Jōnin all looked away. No one wanted to volunteer for this task.
Danzō’s expression remained unchanged, but he was seething. He ordered one of his Root agents to go.
The Root agent returned a while later, his face swollen and bruised. He hadn’t brought Tsunade or Shin.
“What happened?” Danzō demanded.
“Danzō-sama, Uzumaki Shin attacked me.”
“Tsk.. fine i’ll do it myself.” Danzō’s eyes narrowed. Shin had assaulted his subordinate. This was a slap in the face.
Danzō stormed out, heading towards Shin’s tent.
The Jōnin looked at each other, then at Orochimaru. What should they do?
Orochimaru ignored them and followed Danzō. The other Jōnin, seeing this, followed as well.
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At Shin’s tent…
“You attacked Danzō’s subordinate. He won’t let this go.”
Tsunade sat next to Shin, enjoying the barbecue Mikoto had prepared.
Shin rolled his eyes. “Why didn’t you say anything when I attacked that Root agent before?”
“He deserved it.” Tsunade wiped her hands on Shin’s shirt.
Shin stared at the grease stains on his shirt, contemplating punching Tsunade.
“Looks like they’re here. That was quick.”
Shin sensed Danzō’s approach. His good mood evaporated.
He set aside his food and stepped out of the tent. Tsunade, Kushina, Mikoto, and Konan followed.
Danzō stood outside, his face a mask of fury. Shin felt a wave of disgust.
“Danzō-sama, to what do we owe the displeasure?” Shin asked calmly.
“Uzumaki Shin, you are guilty!!”
Shin’s lips twitched. This sounded familiar. Should he say “Guilty of what?” or “I’ve been wronged!”?
“The supply depot was attacked. As a member of the logistics department, you are responsible for this loss!”
Danzō glared at Shin.
Shin stared at him, incredulous. He knew Danzō would try to find fault with him, but he hadn’t expected such a ridiculous accusation.
“If a Chunin like me is responsible, then I can’t imagine how much responsibility the commander should bear.”
“And I hear you suffered a crushing defeat, Danzō-sama, resulting in heavy losses for Konoha. Perhaps you should apologize to the entire village.”
Shin smirked.
“Danzō, are you bullying my student?” Tsunade glared at Danzō.
“Tsunade, you were left in charge of the base, yet you allowed Suna to attack our supplies. You are also responsible.”
Tsunade’s anger exploded. She punched Danzō with her monstrous strength.
Although caught off guard, Danzō was still a skilled Shinobi. He used the Body Flicker Jutsu to dodge.
“Tsunade, you dare attack me? You know the consequences of assaulting the commander, don’t you?”
Danzō sneered. Tsunade had attacked him in front of everyone. Even she wouldn’t escape punishment for this.
“Tsunade, hit him as much as you want.”
Shin said with a smile.
Tsunade looked at him, confused. She had acted out of anger, but attacking the commander was a serious offense.
“I’ll have to show you how it’s done.”
Shin stepped forward and slapped Danzō across the face. Danzō was sent flying.
No one reacted, not even Orochimaru. It was as if they hadn’t seen Shin slap Danzō.
“Third Kazekage, what are you doing here?”
Danzō scrambled to his feet, his face contorted in shock.
“What’s going on?” Tsunade looked at Shin. Why was Danzō talking to thin air? Had he lost his mind?
“It’s a Genjutsu. The Kurama Clan’s Five Senses Control. They see and hear what I want them to see and hear.”
Shin explained with a smile.
To Orochimaru and the others, Danzō was still talking to Shin.
But to Danzō, the Third Kazekage had suddenly appeared and attacked him.
Tsunade looked at Danzō, who was now attacking the air with Ninjutsu, then at Orochimaru and the others, who seemed oblivious. She gasped.
“The Kurama Clan’s Kekkei Genkai is that powerful? And how did you get it?”
Tsunade was curious, as were Kushina and Mikoto.
“Instead of asking questions, why don’t we take this opportunity to teach Danzō some manners? I can’t maintain this Genjutsu for long. Strike while the iron is hot,” Shin said with a shrug.
Tsunade didn’t hesitate. She had wanted to punch Danzō for a long time. Now was her chance.
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