The Adventurous Gamer Ninja - Daichi Hekima [Vol. 02]

Chapter 351 - Danzo's Plan: A Risk Worth Taking?

The dimly lit corridors beneath the Hokage Tower were eerily silent as Hiruzen Sarutobi and Tobirama Senju made their way to Danzo's cell.

'This is a necessary risk.' Hiruzen thought, glancing at Tobirama. 'Danzo's worked with Orochimaru on multiple occasions. If he can help us now....'

'We need every piece of information we can get. If it means getting Tsunade back, then I suppose this must be done.' Tobirama had a grim expression.

They reached the heavy iron door guarded by two ANBU members. With a nod from Hiruzen, one of them unlocked it, and the door creaked open.

Inside, Danzo sat on a simple wooden bench with his limbs in chains. There was a special sealing tag on his bare chest that stopped him from molding chakra. The most eye-catching item was the metal contraption around his neck.

Despite the dire situation he was in, Danzo looked calm as if he was meditating. When the door opened his single eye watched them intently as they entered his cell.

"Hiruzen. Lord Second," he greeted, his tone measured. There was neither anger nor fear on his face or in his voice.

"Danzo. I see you're getting comfortable in your new quarters." Hiruzen spoke with a calm expression as he looked at his old rival.

"I adapt. I always have. You should know that about me Hiruzen." Danzo replied with half lidded eyes.

"Hmm..." The third Hokage crossed his arms and looked at the prisoner.

"So what brings you two here?" The former Root commander didn't waste time and asked.

"Danzo," Tobirama replied evenly. "We have some questions for you."

Danzo leaned forward slightly. "Questions for me? And you two personally came here... This must be serious... Alright. What do you want to know?"

Tobirama crossed his arms. "What can you tell us about the current situation in the Land of Earth, specifically regarding their royal court—the ministers and high-ranking officials?"

Danzo leaned back slightly. "The Land of Earth's royal court huh... Well to begin with, that court is a web of politics and power plays. The ministers wield significant influence, sometimes more than the Daimyo himself."

Hiruzen nodded. "Any particular figures of note?"

Danzo's eye narrowed thoughtfully. "The royal court is dominated by four key ministers: Minister of War, Minister of Agriculture, Minister of Finance, and Minister of Intelligence. There are others in important positions of course but these four are the most influential. They each control significant assets and wield considerable power."

Hiruzen nodded. "What can you tell us about them individually?"

Danzo closed his eye for a moment as he recalled the details. "The Minister of War is a seasoned general. He oversees the Daimyo's military, formulates defense strategies, and the protection of the kingdom. That man is fiercely loyal to the Earth Daimyo but he is also ambitious. Now, the Minister of Agriculture controls the nation's food supply. Because of the rocky terrain of their country, farming is difficult. So he controls major food imports and exports from all over the world. And that makes him indispensable."

Hiruzen and Tobirama quickly absorbed the information. The third Hokage wasn't surprised at the intel Danzo had on their rival nation. 'I know he would have intelligence on the Hidden Stone village but I didn't expect he'd keep his eyes on their Daimyo as well.'

Danzo continued unaware of Hiruzen's thoughts. "The Minister of Intelligence is a cunning man. He manages an espionage team, gathers intelligence on rival nations like ours and monitors both internal and external threats. He always tries to be ahead of his enemies, and he keeps tabs on everyone—including his fellow ministers."