Chapter 70: Successor
Arthur stood at the edge of the capital of the Water Country, a magnificent city with thousands of citizens.
He was currently disguised as John, the affluent businessman. He wore a tailored silk robe to add to his status. Every detail, from the gold chain adorning his waistcoat to the polished cane he kept tapping, screamed worldly success and authority.
Much like Wizened Town, the capital was a place of controlled chaos. Towering glass structures were several stories high. And monstrous carriages—pulled by horses—lumbered through the streets amidst pedestrians equally dressed like him.
Activating his Tamashii, his vision's range reached out and snaked through the city, seeking his target. He found who he was looking for nestled at the heart of the metropolis, a castle of steel and glass that was a tad taller than the other buildings—the feudal lord's residence.
A feudal lord holds absolute political power in their country. They make all the important decisions, from budgets to alliances, and even have the final say in appointing a Kage of their hidden village.
Why wouldn't Arthur target this country's feudal lord?
They are wealthy and well-protected, but their decisions can be selfish and create conflict. They may outsource jobs to cheaper ninja villages, causing resentment and even rebellion among their own people.
Arthur, who may not like it, understood the political game well. And these hypocrites were undoubtedly going to be used.
Upon looking at the castle, he judged the climb to be effortless. He could scale the structure easily, but such an approach lacked a certain finesse.
His appearance needed to be seen to arrive at a calculated purpose.
As such, he joined the citizens in their daily walk, gradually moving toward the castle with his cane tapping on the pavement.