Chapter 352: Akatsuki’s Hidden Village
Konohagakure, Hokage Building.
"Lady Hokage, there's a new update," Shōta said with a slight smirk, glancing at the document in front of him.
"What is it?" Tsunade, feeling a bit fatigued, set down her pen and looked up at him.
"The Land of Rain has established a new ninja village— Akatsukigakure."
Shōta tossed the document toward her, and Tsunade caught it effortlessly.
"The news is a bit late," she remarked, an almost imperceptible smile forming on her lips—a subtle reproach for the delay in receiving information.
Tsunade already knew about Yahiko's plans to create a new ninja village. On the night the Land of Rain was unified, Yahiko and his companions had communicated with Katsuyu to other key figures to share their intentions. However, she hadn't expected them to act so quickly; it had barely been a week since then.
"Haha~ That's right, I'm being nosy," Shōta admitted sheepishly, realizing Tsunade would never have been left unaware of such developments.
"They're doing a good job. If they need any supplies, make sure they're delivered quietly," Tsunade instructed. She understood the hardships the Land of Rain had faced for years and knew that Yahiko and his group would need significant resources to rebuild their nation.
"No problem, leave it to me," Shōta agreed easily. He was confident that Yahiko and the others would remain loyal to Konoha. From a practical standpoint, this was a worthwhile investment even without personal sentiment.
"I'm exhausted. I'm going for a walk," Tsunade said as she stood, stretched her neck, and headed for the door.