Naruto: Long Live Hokage's

Chapter 32: 108 Shinobi

In the morning of the next day, Masahiko followed Tobirama to “see” Daimyo from the country of fire.

Fortunately, Daimyo is not such a sissy, he shows himself in the meeting.

At the same time, Masahiko and Tobirama meet his famous rivals Uchiha Izuna and Uchiha Senso. The current patriarch, Madara, of course, could not come.

Uchiha Izuna looked at Masahiko and sneered, “Did Uzumaki really become a Senju dog? This old man followed you even to this place?”

“Old man? Are you sure he's not older than me?” Masahiko smiled and said, relying on his 48-year-old face, Masahiko could see Uchiha Senso's expression filled with a hint of contempt.

“Older, ignore him, there is no way he is younger than you.” Izuna saw how the elder looked embarrassed and tried to comfort him.

Unfortunately, everything that has been said …

In short, Masahiko felt happier when the elder's face reddened.

“Coughs...” With a single cough, Daimyo in the middle of the stage caught everyone's attention, and his murmur stopped.

Seeing the silence, Daimyo said, “This time, I called all of you here today, because of the assassination attempt on me by a Shinobi, which happened a few days ago.”

“After Santaro's death, none of my bodyguards can make me feel safe again.”

“Of course, you were not summoned here because I suspect that the killers were sent by you, but because I feel my safety is threatened.”

“I hope the main clan can send some elite shinobi to protect me and form a group consisting of 12 guards.”

“And of course, I will reward anyone who participates, so what do you think?”

Some people in the audience looked at each other but said nothing.

The Main Clan recognized Daimyo's status and understood his current situation. First, because the Daimyo had managed to improve the state of the Fire Nation's economy, thus making the country prosperous.

Of course, shinobi's income also increased. Secondly, because the Daimyo did not have enough fighting power compared to the shinobi clan, and that was the main reason why they did not have any problems with it.

Daimyo asked to form 12 shinobi protectors to protect him; it was like a form of direct military work from Daimyo, not the state. This is not like conscription from the state, but since this is a request from Daimyo himself, regarding his security matters, they cannot refuse.

This may seem like a simple matter, but by becoming Daimyo's shadow protector, the group will be authorized to conduct clandestine operations, and they can even act on behalf of the Fire Nation. So that the formation of this group can shift the balance between clans. This is why this problem is not as mild as it seems.

The Uchiha Senso raised his hand, then stood up, “Daimyo, I'm sorry, but we have to think about this matter further with our clan.”

Tobirama winks at Masahiko, of course, he will also object, and as a team representative, Tobirama cannot make a decision. So he relies on Masahiko to solve the problem.

Masahiko stood up and smiled at Daimyo, then he said, “O Daimyo, for your safety, it is understandable if you form twelve ninja guards. But the killer may not only be after you, your wife and child are also threatened.”

“So for the safety of the nation and the government, how can 12 people do it? I think it would make more sense to form 108 Shinobi guards instead.”

The Uchiha duo looked at Masahiko with wide eyes, they looked extremely shocked. At that moment, Masahiko did not dare to turn around to look at Tobirama.

Then Masahiko continued to defend his argument. If 108-Shinobi is found, then it will greatly change the story; thus, he will produce many testimony points.

On the podium, Daimyo smiled and said, “Oh, thanks for your suggestion, I will consider the idea to form a further 108-Shinobi tram!”

Some representatives said goodbye to Daimyo and returned to their rooms.

“Tobirama, i.”.

“Second Grandpa, your solution is perfect!” Masahiko tries to apologize to Tobirama, but Tobirama cuts him off out of excitement.

“Hah...” Masahiko was confused, and he did not know what to say.

“If Daimyo forms twelve guardians, then the smaller clans that are summoned can join, their position will rise, and the other powerful families, will definitely not be able to resist. But if he wanted to form a team of 108 shinobi, all the victorious clans eventually refused, and the whole proposal would be in vain.”

“Truely, carrying you is the right choice!”

Right now, Masahiko had frozen in place and felt like he was about to faint. He did not think that his words would have such a deep evaluation.

“Ah, yes, yes..” Masahiko reacts, “Persis as I thought. I didn't expect you to reveal it so soon.” Masahiko went along; he estimated that the witness points wouldn't be that much.

As Tobirama expected, Daimyo had summoned the Senju and Uchiha, and other clans again. Not to discuss the formation of 12 ninja guards, but to discuss the formation of a team of 108 shinobi.

Sure enough, even a small family who could benefit from this had rejected Daimyo's proposal.

In a room, on the other side of the Daimyo plantation, the Ino-Shika-Cho clan gathered there.

The Yamanaka looked very concerned about this, and said, “What should we do about Daimyo now? If a team of 108 Shinobi will be formed, with this kind of strength, I fear they will attack us someday!”

As he said, he looked to the other two patriarchs, “Daimyo is a pretty smart person. If Uchiha gets a good chance, it might be the end for us..”.

Patriarch Nara shook his head, “Not necessarily Uchiha, maybe Senju..” When he said this, he remembered Masahiko's slender face.

“Akimichi, what do you think?” The two looked at patriarch Akamishi at the same time.

“Hmmm... Ahh.. I think the buffet from Daimyo yesterday was delicious. Maybe I should let my family chef come to learn it.”

The other two could only sigh and shake their heads. They ignored the patriarch Akamichi and continued their discussion.

The other clans took the same decision as Ino-Shika-Cho and rejected Daimyo's proposal, but in the end, he was still Daimyo, and they had to find the right way to reject this proposal.

The next day, Daimyo summoned Senju and Uchiha again.

Compared to yesterday, Daimyo's face looked displeased, especially when he saw Masahiko.

Masahiko wants to prove his innocence, and swears that he is on Daimyo's side.

Before Daimyo could say anything, Masahiko opened the conversation, “108 Stars of Destiny that I proposed yesterday. And Daimyo doesn't really need that many people. Recruitment, maintenance, and how to make sure they work well together will also be a problem. I still think that 12 is not enough, what about 24?

Daimyo somehow became calmer. He sighed and said, “I didn't think about it yesterday either. I think I can't even afford to pay the cost of this job. As for the specific amount, I think I should consider the need first.”.

“I will have a banquet at night to gather you all, and we will talk about it again later.”

Masahiko and the others nodded and said goodbye to Daimyo.

While walking, Tobirama said to Masahiko, “Daimyo is indeed a strong person, he will rethink his proposal, and solve this problem. But thank you, everything worked out for both sides, Grandpa! ”

“Ha ha ha!” Masahiko laughed proudly…