Chapter 159
Haruto Saito maintained his stance, his hand pressed firmly against the table as he locked eyes with Mifune. The reception room was deathly silent.
Sarutobi Hiruzen looked visibly shocked, his head turned toward Haruto, eyes widened unnaturally. His hand rested on the long wooden table in front of him, which had already developed visible cracks due to his unintentional grip strength.
Three hundred million!
Three hundred million ryo!
Haruto truly dared to ask for it!
This wasn't just a case of making an outrageous demand; calling it extortion by a tailed beast would be more appropriate!
Mifune's eyes remained fixed on the decree in Haruto's hand, his breathing growing rapid, and his gaze reddening from the surge of emotions.
Suddenly, Haruto flicked his wrist, causing the hanging scroll to roll up instantly. With a swift motion, he tossed the scroll onto Sarutobi Hiruzen's desk. "Lord Hokage, please hold onto this for now. I might not be able to beat this guy."
Having said that, Haruto resumed his seated position, blinking innocently at Mifune.
Who knew if Mifune, overwhelmed by the situation, would act impulsively? Entrusting the scroll to Sarutobi Hiruzen for safekeeping provided a sense of security. No matter how heated Mifune became, he wouldn't be able to overpower Sarutobi Hiruzen.
"Decree... decree... three hundred million... three hundred million..." Mifune murmured repeatedly, his face flushing with an unusual red hue. He appeared both exhilarated and troubled.