Looking at Gekko Chizan's grinning face, the daimyo was even more certain that this kid hadn't had a good life in Konoha.
Oh, right, this kid was even married, and it was said that his partner was also a competent kunoichi.
"Chizan, why didn't you bring your newlywed wife along? It would have been nice to let me show some hospitality."
"Ever since we last parted, I've been missing you."
"What? This time you came, does that mean you won't be leaving?"
The daimyo also wore a smiling expression. The two just smiled at each other, though their smiles were mixed with many other things.
After all, they were thousand-year-old foxes; who could really harm whom?
"Hi, daimyo-sama, you jest."
"Since we've just arrived, shouldn't we arrange something first, maybe rest a bit?"
"I still remember the residence of the daimyo's mansion. Tsk, tsk, it's super luxurious."
While smiling, Gekko Chizan's expression suddenly changed, becoming somewhat displeased.
"But, daimyo-sama, the soldiers and ninjas we have stationed here do have some problems. After all, I am a notable figure in this war, right?"
"Samurai not recognizing me is one thing, but how come even the ninjas don't know me?"
"Are people like this really ninjas? You should know, as Konoha's twin star, my fame and strength are both quite high."
Watching Gekko Chizan frown and listening to his complaints,
the daimyo showed a hint of surprise.
It seemed that the people under his command had rather low standards. How could they not even recognize Gekko Chizan? And still manage to have conflicts with him?
What was going on? With a puzzled look, he turned his gaze to Yukimura.
Yukimura quickly stepped forward.
"Daimyo-sama, that ninja has already been screened; he's completely a fraud."
"I've arranged for someone to punish him."
"And I've also told Kazuma to strengthen the screening of ninja units in the future."
Hearing this, the daimyo nodded with satisfaction, while Gekko Chizan silently cursed in his heart: old fox.
The guard at the gate was obviously a ninja, yet this old man immediately labeled him a fraud with just a few words?
He had come along, so when did this old man tell anyone that? Nonsense.
However, the name Kazuma did catch Gekko Chizan's attention.
The radical of the Twelve Guardian Ninjas, Kazuma, was a ruthless man.
For his ideals, he could even use his own son as a weapon.
The daimyo nodded immediately after hearing this.
"Well done, Yukimura. For people like this fraud, they must be severely punished."
"Chizan-kun has come from afar; how can we let such people disrupt his mood?"
"Alright, Yukimura, take Chizan-kun and his disciples to rest first."
"Come to my mansion for dinner tonight, Chizan-kun. I've recruited some excellent chefs, ensuring you'll be satisfied."
Gekko Chizan once again put on a smiling expression, his voice carrying a hint of delight.
This obvious change pleased the daimyo greatly.
"Thank you very much, daimyo-sama. We'll rest first. Afterwards, I will have my disciples patrol the daimyo's mansion."
"After all, there are too many frauds; we still need to be cautious."
As soon as he finished speaking, Yukimura gestured politely.
Gekko Chizan, Uchiha Obito, and Uchiha Shisui followed Yukimura as they left.
After they departed, the daimyo turned to Masaki and asked:
"What do you think now?"
"Should be fine. His situation is roughly what we expected, maybe even more severe. He's already starting to vent under pressure."
Masaki also relaxed a little. After all, that kind of venting behavior wasn't fake.
"I think the same. In that case, go inform Kazuma and the others."
"Find a chance to test him."
"Although his reputation is made, we still need to observe him personally."
"As for winning him over, let Yukimura handle it."
Masaki nodded and was about to leave, but just as he was about to step out, the daimyo called him back.
"Also, notify all the gambling dens. If friends cheat, avoid anger if possible."
"I still remember last time vividly. My daimyo mansion doesn't lack money, yet they ruined my affairs."
"As for the ninja who angered Gekko Chizan, let Kazuma handle it. People with no sense of discretion are unnecessary in my daimyo mansion."
For the daimyo, he needed obedient subordinates.
Subordinates who caused trouble? Hmph, the faster they're dealt with, the better.
Gekko Chizan and his two companions arrived at a luxurious mansion led by Yukimura.
"Chizan-kun, this is it. If you need anything, just tell the steward directly."
"I'll take my leave now."
"By the way, Chizan-kun, if you plan to go to the gambling dens, don't repeat what happened last time. If you're short on money, just let me know."
Yukimura had learned his lesson. After all, last time, when Gekko Chizan brought his disciple Uchiha Obito to cheat in a gambling den, it caused quite a stir.
Fortunately, he handled it without causing him any trouble.
After all, the two ministers of the daimyo mansion: Masaki was mainly responsible for security, and he for daily affairs.
"Hahaha, don't worry."
"Although I haven't been living well recently, I still have money. But since you mentioned it..."
"Why not give me a few million ryō?"
Would Gekko Chizan miss such an opportunity?
Seeing this, Yukimura shook his head helplessly and reached into his chest.
"Take it, this is two million ryō, consider it my personal sponsorship."
"But, Chizan, do you remember what I told you before?"
As expected, he knew this money wasn't easy to take.
This old man really seized every opportunity.
"Hahaha, of course I remember, but I still need to consider this matter carefully."
"After all, as you know, I'm not single anymore; my wife is still here."
"Old Yukimura, you understand, right?"
Yukimura nodded with a smile. Of course he understood.
After all, their intelligence wasn't gathered for nothing.
Pakura from Sunagakure had been captured and made his hostage wife. This kid was quite devious.
"Hehehe, rest first. If anything, just come to find me."
The old man Yukimura didn't continue questioning but just replied casually and left.
Gekko Chizan kept watching him leave.
"Sensei, is the daimyo trying to win us over?"
"I think so too. The intention is too obvious."
Back inside, the two Uchiha kids couldn't wait and asked questions.
As a result, they each received a heavy punch from Gekko Chizan.
One each, none could dodge.
"Ow! Sensei, why did you hit me!"
"It hurts!"