Sosetsu Kazahana glared angrily at Santa Asama, her expression filled with confusion.
As the woman of Mirai Uchiha, she naturally knew about the Kara organization.
It was an organization founded by Isshiki of the Otsutsuki Clan with the goal of destroying the entire ninja world.
Santa Asama had followed her all his life and had now become the ruler of Snow Country.
Although he was still under surveillance from Uchiha shinobi of Konoha, he had already become one of the most powerful figures in Snow Country.
Plus, with her around, she could help him ask Mirai Uchiha for assistance whenever needed.
Under these circumstances, why would Santa Asama betray the Shen Nation and serve Kara?
"Princess Sosetsu, I..."
Santa Asama knew there was absolutely no way he could escape today, so he could only sigh helplessly.
Seeing his expression, Sosetsu Kazahana couldn't help asking, "Were you threatened?"
The Santa Asama she once knew had always been loyal to her, risking his life to come to Snow Country to help her defeat Doto Kazahana.
How could such a loyal person possibly betray her?!
After hearing Sosetsu Kazahana's words, Santa Asama hesitated slightly.
However, upon meeting Mirai Uchiha's calm gaze, he gave up any thoughts of defending himself.
In front of this Emperor, wouldn't any lie be exposed?
Thinking this, Santa Asama honestly revealed everything.
"After you followed the Emperor and left back then, I was appointed as the official leader of Snow Country.
At first, I was full of ambition, determined to develop Snow Country into a place as prosperous as the Land of Fire, letting all the people live affluent lives. Only this way could I repay your and the Emperor's recognition.
But later, I realized that the development of Snow Country had already been mostly planned out—I just needed to follow existing plans step by step.
Gradually, I felt emptiness inside... and learned how to enjoy myself.
I originally thought my life would end peacefully like this, until an incident completely changed its course."
At this point, Santa Asama's face showed a look of resentment.
"I discovered someone spreading a new religious belief in Snow Country—and there were quite a few followers.
At first, I intended to report this matter, but a man named Bolo approached me.
He promised me eternal life in exchange for turning a blind eye to their religious activities."
Santa Asama suddenly gritted his teeth. "Once, I didn't care about the luxuries of power and privilege—I was ready to give my life for my ideals… but that was before I ever tasted such pleasures."
"Princess Sosetsu Kazahana, I've disappointed you, but I don't regret it."
"Bolo didn't break his promise either—he performed surgery on me."
"Not only did I gain tremendous strength, but my body also felt completely revitalized."
"The feeling of my body being revived was absolutely amazing!"
Santa Asama looked at Princess Sosetsu Kazahana, who had stood by her side faithfully for many years, unsure what to say.
Eventually, she silently returned to Mirai Uchiha's side without another word.
Mirai Uchiha naturally had no desire to waste words with Santa Asama. She directly scanned the information within his mind before ending his life.
Looking at Santa Asama's corpse, Sosetsu Kazahana felt mixed emotions.
Mirai Uchiha gently comforted her: "Everyone in this world has their own thoughts. It's common for people to become enemies because of differing positions."
"When our purposes align, we can speak of feelings. But when they don't, we must stay true to our inner paths."
Hearing that, Sosetsu Kazahana nodded quietly and murmured, "I understand, but I just can't quite understand why Santa Asama became like this."
"People change. Even the most stubborn person will one day change their mind," Mirai said indifferently. "Unless they die before they have the chance to change."
Having lived two lifetimes and gone through so much, Mirai had already foreseen something like this happening with Santa Asama.
Shen Nation is vast, and the hearts of men are complex; there's no way everyone will remain loyal forever.
But Mirai wasn't particularly bothered by it.
After all, those who betrayed him lacked the ability to threaten him. Once discovered, they could simply be eliminated.
"All right, according to the information from Santa Asama's mind, some Kara members will arrive at the palace for a secret meeting three days later. Do not let news of his death spread."
"Mm, I understand."
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In the dead of night.
Outside a secret underground chamber beneath the palace in Snow Country's capital city, Kokuto.
Three figures knocked on the door with a specific rhythm.
The next second, the door swung open.
"Santa Asama, Lord Bolo has new orders..."
Before the sentence finished, the three saw Mirai Uchiha seated quietly inside the room.
Realizing something was wrong, the group immediately tried to flee.
"Want to live? Then come in quietly."
At the sound of Mirai Uchiha's voice, two of them froze instantly.
Only one still tried to retreat outside.
Bang!
With a muffled sound, the escaping man's body exploded, splattering blood and flesh onto the other two.
Pant… pant…
The remaining two breathed rapidly, feeling immense pressure build inside them.
What bizarre techniques.
If they hadn't obeyed obediently, they probably would've been dead by now too, right?
"You should know who I am," Mirai Uchiha spoke calmly. "If you want to survive, introduce yourselves first."
Two members of the Kara organization exchanged glances before one of them spoke up: "I'm Touno Shinshi."
"I'm an Outer Faction member of Kara," the other replied.
A muscular, masked man rumbled, "I go by Garo. I'm also part of Kara's Outer Faction."
"Are you truly the legendary Emperor, Mirai Uchiha?"
The moment Garo finished speaking, his face suddenly twisted in agony.
Moments later, his head rolled straight onto the ground.
"I never said you could speak."
Blood splattered Touno Shinshi's face again.
Touno's pupils shrank as his complexion turned deathly pale.
In just moments, both his comrades had died right before his eyes...
This was truly the ruler of the entire ninja world?!
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