Chapter 144: 144.Paying Debt

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“Alright, Tsunade, getting angry won’t help. Let’s just let it go for now. In the future, make it up to the Uchiha and Naruto as well.”

Just thinking about Danzo and his scheming, Jiraiya wanted to pummel him. It was infuriating. Turning Naruto into a target of everyone’s hatred – what good did that do? Could he be any more vile? Naruto was just a kid back then!

Tsunade fumed, her clothes almost bursting at the chest. “I can’t stand that a scumbag like him is lounging comfortably in prison. Ugh! He’s clearly not scared of anything, thinking the old man wouldn’t do anything to him. I’d like to see how he copes when Kazuki watches over him personally.”

Tsunade had never outright said it, but she knew Kazuki harbored deep resentment towards Danzo. If the Uchiha were to send someone to monitor Danzo, Kazuki would be the first to volunteer.

’I may hold back because of the old man’s memory, but someone will make him pay,’ she thought. ’Just wait, Danzo. Your days of comfort are over.’

That night was filled with events affecting many people.

In small groups, members of the Anbu entered the Intelligence Division for questioning and investigation. Only those who passed could stay. No one could shake Tsunade’s resolve to clean up and reform the Anbu.

As for Danzo, Tsunade had already left him in the past. Someone would take care of him.

Kurenai had left the village on a mission. Fugaku was preparing to confront the elders, while Tsunade remained busy with village affairs.

Kazuki, having returned to his normal life, led a team to Konohagakure Prison, where he’d be stationed for the next while, keeping a close eye on Danzo.

Konohagakure Prison was located behind the police headquarters, purposefully built there to intimidate the prisoners inside. After exchanging the appropriate passwords, Kazuki and his team entered the prison, heading straight to Danzo’s cell.

The prison was divided into sections; short-term prisoners were kept in general cells, while serious offenders were held deeper inside.

As for Danzo…

Good grief.

Kazuki was amazed – they might as well have built him a five-star hotel!

“So he’s just staying here comfortably, enjoying life?”

Kazuki’s expression soured. The shinobi guarding Danzo awkwardly explained, “These were the Third Hokage’s orders….”

“I see.”

Kazuki didn’t make it hard on them. The Third Hokage’s orders meant they had to cater to Danzo. His cell had been converted into a comfortable living space, essentially letting him retire in luxury.

But those days were over.

The Third Hokage’s orders didn’t matter anymore, and Tsunade hadn’t ordered special treatment for Danzo.

So, why should he be given any privileges?

“Danzo, we meet again.”

Through iron bars lined with numerous seals, Kazuki faced Danzo.

Danzo huffed, turning away arrogantly, not willing to even acknowledge Kazuki. He was certain Kazuki wouldn’t dare do anything to him.

Great, Kazuki thought. He likes to act tough – I like that.

“If he weren’t so smug, it’d be harder to mess with him.”

“Bring some yarn, knitting needles, and books on knitting here. Make sure the tools are wood and low quality.”

“Uh?” Someone asked, baffled. “You’re going to knit in prison, Captain?”

The shinobi who received Kazuki’s instructions was puzzled – he hadn’t expected Kazuki to have such a hobby. But, confused or not, he went ahead to arrange it.

“Kazuki!!!”

Danzo immediately realized these items were intended for him, and he couldn’t keep calm.

“Knitting?!” Danzo exclaimed. “Are you seriously making me knit?!”

Through the bars, Kazuki gave a small smile, saying gently, “Danzo, you’re a criminal of this village, but even here, you’re living in comfort. Don’t you feel ashamed? Think of those others here, who work tirelessly. What must they think of you?”

He continued, “You should have some conscience, so I’ve arranged something for you – a productive hobby that helps you relax, a win-win. Isn’t that wonderful?”

“Don’t think you can humiliate me!!” Danzo snapped. “Knitting?!”

“Ha! Over my dead body will I knit anything!” He turned his back on Kazuki, refusing to acknowledge him further. Kazuki didn’t mind. There was plenty of time, and he’d stay to play this game with Danzo. Even if he left, Shimei and Kazuki’s men would take over.

Items were brought in, and although the guards were curious why Uchiha needed these things, they didn’t stop them.

Before long, lunchtime arrived. When Danzo’s meal was brought, Kazuki picked it up, pouring the fragrant dishes into a bucket and leaving only two rice balls for Danzo.

“Quite the meal, but people who don’t work don’t get the privilege of enjoying it. Two rice balls should be enough to keep you going.”

In his cell, Danzo stared at Kazuki coldly, realizing Kazuki was deliberately tormenting him. He was set on humiliating him.

’Knitting? If he really made me do it, people would laugh me to death.’

“Don’t look at me that way. I’m just here to collect the interest on your debt. This is only the beginning. I’ve got plenty of time to draw this out. By the way, I received notice: your special privileges have been revoked, under orders from the Hokage herself.”

Kazuki wasn’t worried about Danzo lashing out, announcing the news without hesitation.

“Don’t expect support. It’s gone. Even the Third Hokage, who cherished you most, is gone. Understand?”

“Ridiculous! Sarutobi would never allow this!!”

Danzo glared at Kazuki, clearly unsettled by these words and refusing to acknowledge Kazuki before.

Kazuki took a few steps towards the cell, casually placing the tray with rice balls on a small platform. Hearing this almost made him laugh.

“I hate to break it to you, but the Third Hokage wouldn’t do this – he was your good friend, your dear comrade. But the CURRENT Hokage will. Do you understand?”

Danzo’s fierce demeanor immediately faded as his face changed color.

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