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"A Lightning Release Shinobi, while training his son Storm Release, accidentally collided with a—bodybuilder, resulting in the child's death. How should we handle this?" one elder asked.
"We can't—repeat Kirigakure's mistakes. Bloodline limit clans require special consideration. We can't—alienate them."
"Issue a verbal warning to the father. As for the bodybuilder, a thousand ryō fine and ten days' confinement."
Periods of large-scale cultural integration often coincided with—war. The larger the war, the greater the integration.
Like the destruction of Uzushiogakure before the First Shinobi World War, scattering the Uzumaki clan. Or Konoha's near-destruction in the Third War, potentially scattering its clans throughout the Shinobi World.
And these periods of integration and migration were always turbulent.
Unseen currents flowed beneath the surface.
The conflict between Konoha and Kumogakure had driven many from the Land of Lightning to seek refuge in the Land of Fire, their pockets filled with cash.
They'd chosen the winning side.
This influx of refugees, however, created problems. The Land of Fire's local—entrepreneurs saw an opportunity.
But Konoha, under Gojo Kaigetsu's influence, was a village of laws.
The old ways masked robberies—no longer worked. Konoha had issued long-term bounties on such activities. Even if successful, the perpetrators would be caught. They'd be enriching Konoha's coffers, not their own.
But against these newly arrived immigrants, there were—other methods.
First, gambling.
A legitimate business in Konoha. Establish casinos, hire attractive—hostesses, and lure the wealthy into—spending their fortunes.
But gambling had its limits. And the Land of Lightning had its own casinos. This was a—short-term solution.
Then, there were drugs.
Strictly forbidden in Konoha. Even influencing people's minds was frowned upon, let alone using substances.
Such activities earned a place on Konoha's "Most Wanted" list.
Finally, there was sex work.
Konoha's stance was—ambiguous. Forbidden within the village itself, but outside—as long as there were no reports of forced participation or coercion, Konoha turned a blind eye. Otherwise, it was on the "Most Wanted" list.
The entrepreneurs focused on this avenue.
They established "underground clubs," recruiting—willing participants, offering exclusive services. But Kumogakure's refugees, accustomed to such—establishments, weren't easily impressed.
And so, in the shadows, Konan and Black Zetsu infiltrated the Land of Fire.
"The Land of Fire is—my responsibility. Why are you here?" Konan asked, her voice flat, her gaze fixed on Black Zetsu.
"Market research. I need materials," Black Zetsu replied casually. "You should establish a presence here. You'll handle the organization's operations in the Land of Fire."
"Once I've completed my research, I'll deliver the necessary components. You can then—distribute them to your clients."
Konan's expression remained neutral. She didn't respond, a tacit agreement.
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