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No Matter How You Look at It, He’s a Kid

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“‘Chonmage… pfuahaha…’” (Arc/Iris)

“I’ve heard about it, but what an interesting hairstyle… kukuku.” (Henriette)

Whether it was because Hideatsu’s unique head was a perfect target, the twins looked at each other and burst out laughing. Meltera also made a throat sound as if holding back laughter.

“Isn’t it super cool? These days, young people have completely lost it, but a samurai has to look like this. It’s really a shame.” (Hideatsu)

Despite being mocked, Hideatsu proudly puffed out his chest. Apparently, he liked this hairstyle and wore it willingly.

“More importantly, what exactly is going on here?” (Kanae)

“That’s a very serious problem that concerns the fate of this country.” (Hideatsu)

When Kanae asked, Hideatsu’s face became serious. Though his wording lessened the gravity a bit, Kanae’s expression turned serious upon hearing it involved the country’s survival.

“What do you mean?” (Kanae)

“Hmm. Actually, there are people targeting the Toyotomi family’s sacred treasures.” (Hideatsu)

“Sacred treasures?” (Kanae)

“…What is that, Kanae?” (Henriette)

Henriette tilted her head. Instead of Kanae answering, Hideatsu explained.

“As you know, this country is divided and ruled by four shogun families. But originally, the ones who should govern are a family called the Heavenly Emperor family. We shogun families are, so to speak, their proxies. We are entrusted with the country on behalf of the Heavenly Emperor family.” (Hideatsu)

The Heavenly Emperor family. They are said to be the oldest and most honorable family that founded this country. According to mythology, they descended from heaven and carry the blood of the gods. Yamato country has prospered under them.

“However, about two hundred years ago, warlords everywhere sought to expand their own domains, turning the land into a bloody battlefield. The Heavenly Emperor family, saddened by this, left somewhere far away. After that, unprecedented natural disasters struck this island nation. Seeing this as a serious problem, four warlords joined forces and ended the fighting. Then, mysteriously, four sacred treasures said to have been passed down from the Heavenly Emperor family descended to those warlords. Those four warlords are today’s Tokugawa, Toyotomi, Date, and Mori families.” (Hideatsu)

In other words, Hideatsu continued.

“The sacred treasures are extremely important because they prove our legitimacy as the Heavenly Emperor family’s proxies. Trying to steal them is outrageous.” (Hideatsu)

“That explains the high alert. But invading Osaka Castle and stealing the treasures? Normally, that kind of thing can’t be done, right?” (Kanae)

“That should be the case, but…” (Hideatsu)

Lowering his voice as if the information was dangerous if it leaked, Hideatsu said.

“Actually… the treasures held by Date and Mori families have already been stolen.” (Hideatsu)

“W-what!?” (Kanae)

Kanae raised her voice without meaning to.

“It was a bolt from the blue. Naturally, they weren’t as cautious as they are now at Osaka Castle. Still, the intruders quickly entered the castle and took the hidden treasures. It seems many powerful samurai were defeated during that time.” (Hideatsu)

“W-who exactly were those people?” (Kanae)

Hideatsu, who had been cheerful until moments ago, shuddered and nervously answered.

“Ninjas.” (Hideatsu)

Ninjas. They were a destructive group that operated in secret during the Sengoku era. Their origin was unclear. However, with their highly trained bodies and exceptional stealth, they contracted with various warlords, sneaking into enemy territories to gather intelligence, conduct sabotage, and even carry out assassinations.

Whereas samurai idealized honorable combat, ninjas did not hesitate to use any means to achieve their goals. It was because of that, they were greatly feared but were supposed to have disappeared after the warring states period ended.

“Why they have appeared now… and why they want the sacred treasures…” (Hideatsu)

Either way, the Toyotomi family’s prestige would not allow them to lose the treasures.

“Besides, under the head’s orders, the best samurai from all over Osaka have gathered inside the castle. The surrounding area is strictly guarded, so not even a mouse can enter the castle.” (Hideatsu)

Hideatsu said confidently.

“By the way, where exactly are those sacred treasures kept?” (Kanae)

“I don’t know either. Probably somewhere inside the main castle, but only the head knows the exact place. Of course, the main castle is guarded by the strongest samurai in Osaka.” (Hideatsu)

Kanae muttered, thinking she had come at a tough time.

“Well, even though we don’t look like it, we’re pretty strong. If anything happens, we’ll lend a hand.” (Kanae)

“Haha, well, I’ll gladly accept your goodwill.” (Hideatsu)

“No, really. Especially this Leon-han.” (Kanae)

“No matter how you look at it, he’s a kid.” (Hideatsu)

“That may be, but even all the samurai gathered here couldn’t beat him if they teamed up.” (Kanae)

Kanae felt triumphant even though it wasn’t about herself.

Leon thought silently.

Don’t just bring up my name without permission.

“That’s something I can’t ignore, Kanae.” (Hideatsu)

Cutting in was Kanae’s cousin, Hidekatsu.

“All the samurai gathered here are either masters at well-known dojos or have full licenses in their styles. It would be ten years too soon to even compete with them.” (Hidekatsu)

“Well then, shall we give it a try?” (Kanae)

“You sound pretty confident. Fine by me.” (Hidekatsu)

And for some reason, Leon ended up sparring with the samurai.

“Ehhh…” (Leon)

 

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