277. Shisui: "Oh."

"Great news, it seems that old man Danzo is really in a coma!"

Darui looked at the intelligence in his hand, feeling nothing but excitement.

As a participant in that great battle, he had witnessed firsthand how Danzo had single-handedly fought against two Kage, forced Kumogakure to retreat, and sent Iwagakure fleeing in disarray.

Therefore, in his eyes, the most fearsome figure in Konoha was none other than the "Darkness of the Shinobi."

Even the current Hokage, Minato Namikaze, known as the "Yellow Flash," and the previous Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, known as the "Professor," paled in comparison to Danzo!

To be honest, if it weren't for Danzo being severely injured and comatose,
Kumogakure wouldn't dare to pressure Konoha to such an extreme extent, even if they were given a hundred hearts.

At most, they would have skirmished at the border, all while worrying about Danzo's retaliation.

They would never have been able to act so arrogantly as they were now.

As for the authenticity of this information, Darui leaned toward believing it was true.

The source was a spy Kumogakure had planted in Konoha many years ago.

This spy had worked diligently in Konoha Hospital for over a decade and was even considered one of the hospital's veterans.

He was deeply trusted by Koharu Utatane, the head of the medical department.

This was also why he had been able to gain access to Danzo.

Given this context, all the Kumo-nin present couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.

"Darui, what do we do next?"

They stared at the Raikage's trusted subordinate.

Although the village's orders were for them to handle negotiations with Konoha,
Both they and all the spies within Konoha had one top-priority mission.

And that was...

To eliminate Danzo!

If they could kill Danzo, the soul of Konoha, the entire village would instantly fall into chaos!

As Konoha itself claimed, Danzo was the root of the village.

When this root was cut off, removed, and left to rot, the great tree of Konoha wouldn't last much longer.

This was a consensus among everyone.

Darui believed that killing Danzo was far more valuable than obtaining reparations or the Byakugan!

Even if it meant sacrificing their lives, it would be worth it!

On the other hand,
Even if the assassination failed and they were captured, would Konoha, in its current state, dare to risk an all-out war with Kumogakure by harming them?

Judging by the behavior of the two Konoha elders today, Darui didn't think so.

In that case, why not give it a try?

After careful consideration, Darui decided it was worth the risk!

Thus, his eyes gleamed with the wild arrogance of a wolf.

"Everyone, are you afraid of death?"

Facing his question, the Kumo-nin all understood what he meant.

They grinned, like a pack of wolves ready to hunt.

"Afraid of death?"

"If we were afraid of death, we wouldn't be here!"

"Kumogakure has no cowards!"

Seeing their morale was high, Darui nodded in satisfaction.

"In that case, you two, come with me!"

"The rest of you, stay here and be ready to provide support!"

Darui selected his two strongest subordinates and immediately sent a message back to the spy.

Then, one of the Kumo-nin pretended to be sick, prompting the Konoha ANBU guarding them to take them to the hospital.

Hearing this, the ANBU members immediately showed signs of hesitation.

After all, the higher-ups had ordered them to keep a close watch on these Kumogakure "envoys."

In theory, they weren't allowed to leave the compound.

But faced with the Kumo-nin's insistence, they didn't dare to outright refuse.

Given the special circumstances, they couldn't risk a diplomatic incident over such a small matter.

Just as they were struggling with what to do, Shikaku Nara arrived.

"If the Kumogakure envoys are feeling unwell, then take them to the hospital."

As the Jonin Commander, Shikaku's words carried weight.
The Konoha ninja immediately let the Kumo-nin go.

Darui glanced at Shikaku and said:
"You're from the Nara clan, right? Good call."

With that, they carried their "sick" comrade and quickly headed toward Konoha Hospital.

Watching the Kumo-nin disappear into the night, Shikaku narrowed his eyes slightly.

Upon arriving at the hospital, Konoha's medical ninja immediately began treating the "sick" Kumo-nin.

Meanwhile, Darui took the opportunity to use the restroom and contacted the spy.

"Is this Danzo's room?" In the dimly lit hallway, Darui stared at the hospital room before him.

Standing beside him was Koharu Utatane's trusted subordinate and the vice-director of Konoha Hospital—
Mitarashi Mayoi.

Her true identity was actually a high-level spy Kumogakure had planted in Konoha.

"The Root ninja guarding Danzo have all been knocked out by my gas." Mayoi's voice was icy cold.

Her usual gentle demeanor was gone, replaced by a frosty expression.

Her parents had been killed by Konoha ninja.

After lurking for so long, she had finally found the perfect opportunity for revenge.

If they could kill Danzo, Kumogakure's forces would crush Konoha with unstoppable force!
With this in mind, she slowly pushed open the door.

Inside, the severely injured Danzo lay quietly on the hospital bed.

The Root ninja tasked with protecting him had already been knocked out by the gas.

Looking at Danzo, Darui's eyes burned with intense killing intent.

This was the man who had caused countless Kumo-nin to die on the battlefield!

This was the man who had stood in the way of Kumogakure's rise to the top of the shinobi world!

Thinking this, Darui without hesitation drew the ninja sword at his waist.

"Die, Danzo!"

He let out a low growl as black lightning silently surged from the blade, aimed directly at Danzo.

As the blade fell, both Darui and Mayoi's faces were filled with the joy of revenge.

But in the next moment, their expressions froze.

Because green chakra surged from Danzo's body, forming a sturdy skeleton that blocked the blade!

Then, the "Danzo" on the hospital bed opened his eyes.

A pair of crimson Sharingan spun wildly in the darkness.

A massive skeletal hand grew from the skeleton and reached out to grab the two of them.

"It's a trap, retreat!"

As a combatant, Darui reacted quickly.

The moment he realized something was wrong, he immediately retreated.

But Mayoi, being a medical ninja, wasn't so lucky. She was grabbed by the giant green hand and lifted into the air.

Looking at the suddenly awakened "Danzo," Mayoi's face was filled with disbelief.

"This can't be! I checked your body—there were no signs of you waking up!"

Gritting her teeth through the pain that threatened to crush her bones, she forced out these words.

In response, "Danzo" simply sneered and didn't bother to answer.

Still unwilling to give up, Mayoi activated her sensory abilities.

Only then did she notice something off about the other's face.

"You're not Danzo!"

The exposed "Danzo" no longer bothered to hide.

He reached up and tore off the skin mask, revealing his true face— Shisui Uchiha!!

"Fools, relying solely on sensory ninjutsu to confirm a target's identity."

"This world isn't just about ninjutsu." Shisui's gaze was utterly indifferent.

The real Danzo had long been taken to the heavily guarded Root headquarters.

What remained in the hospital was simply Shisui in disguise.

And this foolish Kumo-nin spy had only used sensory ninjutsu to confirm that the "Danzo" on the bed wasn't a clone or a substitute.

Coupled with the identical appearance, she had confirmed the target's identity.

Little did she know, this was all a trap set by Shisui.

"Next, it's your turn."
"Stupid Kumo-nin rat."

Facing the murderous Shisui, Darui still tried to maintain his composure.

"Shisui the 'Body Flicker'..."

"Don't forget, I'm currently an envoy sent by Kumogakure for negotiations!"

"If you kill me, the Raikage will never let this go!"

"Once war breaks out, Konoha will be destroyed!"

Facing his threats, Shisui slowly drew the short sword from his back and replied expressionlessly:
"Oh."