"Naruto: Ice God"Chapter 193: Am I Not the Young Master Anymore?
Danzo was called away to a meeting and specifically instructed not to bring paper or pen, leaving only Feng Bai and Yamato at the Shimura residence.
Filling the bathtub with steaming hot water, Feng Bai had Yamato wash his hair under the nearby shower while he comfortably settled into the tub.
"Ahh..."
Feeling the hot water envelop him, Feng Bai let out a contented sigh.
Pure bliss.
Yamato on the side also wanted to enjoy the bathtub, but given his lower household status compared to Feng Bai, he could only watch helplessly as the other enjoyed himself.
"Come to think of it, Konoha's bathhouse business is quite good. Maybe someday I'll call Kakashi and the others for a group soak—a little team building."
Finding the bathtub somewhat cramped, Feng Bai recalled the bathhouse where Tsunade had once beaten up Jiraiya.
"The new hot spring at the west end of the village is pretty nice too."
Hearing Feng Bai mention going to the bathhouse, Yamato suddenly remembered the new establishment Itachi had mentioned to him recently.
"Really? I'll check it out when I get the chance."
Placing his hands behind his head as a pillow, Feng Bai kicked his legs to find a comfortable position, preparing to quietly enjoy his bath.
"Oh right, let me know when you're done washing your hair—I'll scrub your back for you."
Closing his eyes, Feng Bai didn't look in Yamato's direction, just gave a casual instruction.
Pleasant times are always fleeting. Before Feng Bai could properly wash away his fatigue, he felt Yamato grab his arm.
"Feng Bai-sama, someone's here."
Opening his eyes, he saw Yamato's serious expression.
"Someone? But this is Konoha."
Though he said this, Feng Bai still swiftly grabbed two bath towels, wrapped them around himself and Yamato, then pushed open the bathroom door.
Launching a sneak attack while someone's bathing is just too shameless—barely more honorable than attacking someone while they're using the toilet.
Outside the door, Asuma, now sporting stubble on his face, wore a grave expression. He waved away the steam that billowed out when the bathroom door opened, squinting at Feng Bai.
"Well, well, if it isn't Asuma. What's so urgent that you had to interrupt my bath?"
Feng Bai spoke casually while his eyes drifted to the people behind Asuma.
What's this—a group viewing of this young master's bath?
Alpha, Beta, Gamma Three, Delta Four...
All Root members.
"We came through the underground passage. Feng Bai, the Fourth Hokage has sent ANBU to take over Root."
Tossing Feng Bai's clothes to him, Asuma explained the situation in a serious tone.
"The Fourth Hokage, ANBU?"
Feng Bai's hand clearly paused as he caught his clothes, obviously shocked by the implications of this news.
Am I no longer the young master?
Has my plan to inherit the old man's legacy also gone bankrupt?
Wait, if ANBU is being sent to take over Root, why aren't they looking for my old man? What's the point of coming to me?
"Root's existence is necessary. Konoha needs us devotees to eliminate dangerous elements hostile to the village. The Fourth Hokage's decision is extremely irrational!"
Seeing Feng Bai's confusion, Asuma shouted loudly, venting his dissatisfaction.
"So what do you want to do?"
After getting dressed and helping Yamato put on his jacket, Feng Bai frowned at Asuma, whose mental state seemed somewhat off.
"Feng Bai, I want you to come with me to petition the Fourth Hokage and make him withdraw this decision!"
After Asuma finished speaking, the Root members behind him nodded in agreement, showing they stood with Asuma.
"Are you kidding me, Asuma? Since when can you represent Root?"
Looking at this clearly irrational Asuma, Feng Bai seriously suspected he might be under a Uchiha genjutsu.
"This..."
Feng Bai's words dealt Asuma a critical blow, but he quickly recovered, pointing at Feng Bai: "You're Danzo-sensei's son. We came to you because we want you to lead us."
"Danzo-sensei would never agree to this decision. He must be detained by the Fourth Hokage right now. Only you can carry on his will, Feng Bai."
Headache. Why does it feel like Sarutobi Asuma has turned into Shimura Asuma?
Who transformed that Will of Fire Asuma into this version?
Brushing dust off his jacket, Feng Bai silently complained.
Speaking of which, this outfit was what he wore on missions. He had planned to wash it after his bath, but ended up putting it back on.
Shaking the water from his hair, Feng Bai stopped looking at Asuma, pushed past him, and headed straight for the tunnel entrance.
"What are you going to do?"
"Go check on Root. How else will I know what they're really up to?"
Too lazy to look at the agitated Asuma, Feng Bai only left him with his back.
Yamato quickly followed, also ignoring Asuma.
Behind Asuma, the Root members he had brought saw this and all followed Feng Bai in unison, leaving only Asuma standing alone.
Snowflakes drifting...
In the tunnel, Shisui looked completely bewildered.
While fixing a light bulb, he first saw Asuma leading a large group rushing through toward the Shimura residence.
Then shortly after, Feng Bai led the same group hurrying toward the Root base.
What's this—are the Uchiha attacking again?
Wait, I'm also Uchiha.
Must be the evil Uchiha attacking again?
Forget it, never mind all that. Once I fix this last light bulb, I can clock out.
At this moment, Shisui just wanted to be a peaceful slacker.
Inside the Root base, ANBU directly under the Third Hokage were methodically cataloging the assets.
Fortunately, Danzo hadn't been involved in human experimentation or other activities unacceptable to society for many years, so no damaging evidence was uncovered.
Moreover, Sakumo himself had promised that whatever was discovered in Root, he would pretend not to see it, in exchange for Danzo's cooperation.
Leading the team was none other than Jiraiya, covering for his student.
At this moment, he was completely unlike his usual carefree self, instead staring intently at various intelligence and documents, afraid some shocking scandal might emerge.
"Please halt, Captain Feng Bai."
Feng Bai, who had just emerged from the tunnel, was immediately stopped by an ANBU member.
The man wore a white trench coat with two ANBU members beside him—clearly someone with authority in ANBU.
"You're Elephant?"
As Sarutobi Hiruzen's disciple, Feng Bai only hesitated for a moment before recognizing the other's identity.
This was one of Sarutobi Hiruzen's most trusted ANBU members.
"It's fine, Elephant. Let him through."
Jiraiya knew Feng Bai's character—in this situation, he wouldn't do anything rash, so he confidently let him pass.
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