Chapter 50: Departure

"Your Highness, pay attention to security," said the heavily armed soldiers behind Akira before they reached the port. Kitano trembled and moved the corner of his mouth. He had seen the terrifying power of these weapons with his own eyes. Even a Jōnin would be defenseless.

Although the others didn't say it, they were also a little worried.

"Hey, hey, guys, it'll be fine if I'm here," said Crocodile, hooded, emerging from the crowd, biting a cigarette with a fierce look on his face.

"No, Crocodile, you're staying here," Akira suddenly said, looking at Crocodile.

"Huh?" Crocodile was stunned. Akira had sent Vergo to capture sea beasts, and didn't need him to follow.

"I'll take Lucci, Kaku, and Blueno with me. I entrust you with keeping Cardan Island safe," Akira said solemnly.

The warships of the Navy leaving Cardan Island at this time would definitely be informed to the Water Country in the shortest possible time, and even the people of Kirigakure would come immediately. At this time, the security of Cardan Island must be guaranteed.

"Okay, but with these things, I can't guarantee Your Highness's safety," Crocodile nodded. Of course, he wouldn't disobey Akira's order, but he still said it, which made Lucci and the three of them stunned.

"Hahaha, Lucci, you're actually underestimated by others. If you let Your Highness suffer a little harm, you can commit suicide," Jabra's arrogant voice sounded immediately.

"Don't worry, with me, Your Highness will never be in danger. Your Highness, let's go first," Lucci said. He didn't like communicating with people much. He only pretended not to hear Crocodile's words. He knew that except for Jabra, who always wanted to take advantage of his words, Crocodile was the most arrogant with everyone.

As Akira had guessed, four warships left Cardan Island one after another, and messenger birds immediately transmitted the news.

In less than half a day, the news of the departure of a large number of troops from Cardan Island had spread throughout the Water Country.

"Blu blu blu!" Akira was already in the waters of the Root Country when his phone rang.

"Your Highness, it's not good. The Water Country is now sending many ninjas and troops, planning to attack Cardan Island," the snail immediately mimicked Chiba Hai's anxious and nervous face.

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["Ding! Mission activated: Enemies in the front and back!"]

["Mission Requirements: Successfully resist the attack on Cardan Island by the Water Country and capture the Land of Roots in one day."]

["Mission Reward: [King's Fist] ability, a random lottery draw."]

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Immediately after the task notification, a chain of red numbers appears behind it, which is a 24-hour countdown.

"Okay, I understand. Keep monitoring the movement of the Water Country."

"Gacha!!!!"

Akira responded, completely ignoring Chiba Hai's concerns, and hung up the phone.

"Land of Roots, it seems like you can't escape from my hands."

Looking up at the coastal island of Neonokuni, which was already in front of him, Akira, who received the mission, narrowed his eyes and thought to himself.

Seaside Island is the only island in the Land of Roots. The area of the island is more than five times that of Cardan Island. There are forests and volcanoes on it. In the center of the coastal island, there is a continuous mountain range.

Even white snow can be seen on the mountains.

In the port of the Land of Roots, there are countless troops with Water Country armor patrolling, and among them is a ninja wearing a Kirigakure forehead protector, which is not like the defensive power a dependent small country should have.

Obviously, Water Country and Kirigakure troops have been stationed to reclaim the Sea Country in Akira's hands.

"It seems like the Water Country has long planned to use the Land of Roots as a springboard to attack the Sea Country."

Akira looked towards the port with sentinels almost within arm's reach and said.

At the same time, the port sentinels also discovered Akira and his warships for the first time.

"Indeed, fortunately His Excellency Daimyo had the foresight to let me bring the army to the garrison ahead of time."

The Water Country Vanguard General immediately sneered when he heard his subordinates' report.

"Go ahead, all gunners are ready, start attacking the enemy warship immediately after it enters the 30-kilometer attack range."

After a pause, the vanguard general ordered to descend immediately.

Even the ninjas who were resting noticed the sudden lively scene outside and came out of the hall one after another.

"Your Highness, we have entered the 50-kilometer attack range."

As Akira continued to observe, T Bone approached to report.

"Has the location of the Land of Roots capital been confirmed?" Akira nodded and asked.

"It has been confirmed that the interior of the coastal island is about 40 kilometers from the port. In addition, according to the military map provided by Kitano, there is also an inland waterway that connects the sea in the country, which can be entered directly. If necessary, depending on the distance, the warships in the port can provide artillery support."

T Bone nodded. The Land of Roots is a vassal of the Water Country, and Kitano was originally a samurai in the Daimyo mansion of the Water Country. Before being organized on Cardan Island, he already knew the precision of the countries around the island.

"Well then, let the artillery bombardment begin immediately."

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