chsdbacks Chapter 169 Sarutobi Asuma was castrated and became a eunuch.
Chapter 169 Sarutobi Asuma was castrated and became a eunuch.
The night in the Daimyo's mansion in the Land of Fire, having shed the hustle and bustle of the day, exudes a sense of tranquility.
After finishing her paperwork, Kurenai was preparing to return to her temporary residence.
But as she passed through the west corridor, a familiar yet repulsive figure suddenly emerged from the shadows and blocked her path.
"Red." Sarutobi Asuma's voice was low, with a hint of urgency and a barely perceptible tremor.
His bangs obscured his eyes and eyebrows, and he was clutching a red rose in his hand.
When Hiruzen Sarutobi and the Sarutobi clan's corruption scandal was exposed, the evidence of the entire clan embezzling Konoha's public funds and exploiting civilians was laid bare, ultimately leading to the Sarutobi clan being expelled from Konoha and losing all their reputation.
Asuma, as the young master of the Sarutobi family, although he did not directly participate in corruption, he still enjoyed a comfortable life brought by the family's ill-gotten gains, which made Kurenai Yuhi despise him from the bottom of her heart.
Kurenai Yuhi didn't back down. Instead, she looked directly at him, her tone icy, her eyes filled with disgust: "Sarutobi Asuma, aren't you afraid of adding new evidence to the already infamous Sarutobi family by trespassing into the palace? I advise you to leave immediately, or I'll call for help!"
Sarutobi Asuma was surprised by Kurenai Yuhi's attitude, and his eagerness turned into astonishment.
Then a surge of resentment rose within him: "Red, how can you say that? Clan affairs have nothing to do with me! You know perfectly well that I love you, so why did you go to the Land of Water to become the secretary of that Uchiha Sanfeng? He has six queens by his side, plus Shizune. What can you gain from being with him? Come with me, and I will find a way to revive the Sarutobi clan and make you my wife!"
As he spoke, he reached out to grab Kurenai's wrist, trying to move her with their past affection.
Kurenai Yuhi had already completely lost faith in him. Seeing him make a move, she took a step back without hesitation and shouted loudly, "Guards! An assassin has trespassed into the palace!"
Her voice was exceptionally loud in the quiet night, and it quickly alerted the guards hiding in the shadows.
Several dark figures suddenly emerged from the surrounding shadows, wielding ninja swords, and instantly surrounded Asuma.
Leading the group was Raiga Kurosuki, one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. His Raiga sword, Kiba, gleamed coldly in the moonlight, pointing directly at Asuma's throat.
"You audacious scoundrel! How dare you trespass into the royal palace and harass His Excellency's secretary!"
Raiga Kurosugi's voice was filled with murderous intent, and the surrounding Anbu members drew their weapons, completely subduing Asuma.
Sarutobi Asuma struggled to explain, but the Anbu members pinned him to the ground, rendering him unable to move.
This commotion quickly alarmed the daimyo of the Land of Fire.
Everyone gathered in the side hall, where Sarutobi Asuma was tied to a pillar, his face full of resentment and a sense of relief.
He thought that since he was Hiruzen Sarutobi's son, the Daimyo of the Land of Fire would protect him out of consideration for their past relationship, and at most he would only be reprimanded, but there would be no serious punishment.
"Asuma, do you know your crime?" The voice of the Fire Country Daimyo was filled with anger, yet also with a hint of helplessness.
He did want to protect Asuma, after all, Hiruzen Sarutobi was now his capable subordinate.
But since this matter involves the Uchiha Sanfeng, he doesn't dare to show too much favoritism.
Sarutobi Asuma, his neck stiff, kept his gaze fixed on Kurenai Yuhi, his tone tinged with grievance: "I'm innocent! I just came to talk to Kurenai, to have a proper chat with her! She made a mountain out of a molehill, deliberately ordering people to arrest me!"
Just then, Uchiha Mitsunori, holding the little purple dragon's hand, slowly walked into the side hall, with Tsunade following behind.
He glanced at the bound Asma, his eyes showing no emotion, yet the temperature in the entire side room seemed to drop several degrees.
Upon seeing this, the daimyo of the Land of Fire quickly stepped forward, his tone pleading: "Nephew Mitsumine, Asuma is young and impetuous, and made a mistake in a moment of confusion. His father, Hiruzen Sarutobi, is a close friend of mine. For my sake, please be lenient and give him a chance to reform."
Uchiha Mitsunori ignored the pleas of the Fire Country Daimyo and went straight to Kurenai Yuhi's side.
Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, he reached out and gently pulled her into his arms, his movements tender yet carrying an undeniable possessiveness.
He looked down into Kurenai's eyes, then looked up at the crowd, his voice icy cold: "Kurenai may be my secretary, but she is also my betrothed. Anyone who dares to touch her is making an enemy of the Uchiha Three Peaks!"
These words struck the side hall like a thunderclap, leaving everyone stunned.
No one expected that he would publicly declare Kurenai Yuhi's special identity.
Sarutobi Asuma's eyes widened, the glimmer of hope on his face instantly replaced by disbelief, and then overwhelmed by despair.
The daimyo of the Land of Fire wanted to plead for mercy again, but was stopped by a cold gaze.
Uchiha Mitsunori's gaze fell on Asuma, his tone devoid of any emotion: "Sarutobi Asuma, you dared to trespass into the royal palace's backyard and harass my intended queen. You may be spared death, but you will not escape punishment."
He turned to look at Kurozuki Raiga and ordered, "Castrate him. Let him remember that there are some people and things that he cannot covet."
A ruthless glint flashed in Raiga Kurozumi's eyes as he replied, "Yes!"
He then brandished his Thunder Blade, Fang, a flash of cold light, and with Asuma's piercing scream, blood stained the ground.
"It's gone... my baby is gone... my baby is gone..."
Sarutobi Asuma convulsed in pain, his clothes instantly soaked with cold sweat. He looked down at his wounds, and the despair in his eyes was gradually replaced by resentment.
He hated the ruthlessness of the Uchiha Mitsurugi, and even more so, he hated Kurenai Yuhi's "heartlessness".
The once ardent love, catalyzed by excruciating pain and humiliation, was completely twisted into a deep-seated hatred.
"Kurenai Yuhi... Uchiha Mitsurugi... I will not let you go... I want you dead..." Asuma roared through gritted teeth, his voice filled with resentment and bitterness.
The side hall was deathly silent; no one dared to speak, and even their breathing became slightly softer.
Seeing the tragic scene before him, the daimyo of the Land of Fire dared not plead for mercy any further.
Uchiha Mitsunori released Kurenai from his embrace, gently tidied her messy hair, and said in a gentler tone, "Don't be afraid, no one will dare to bother you anymore."
He then looked at the daimyo of the Land of Fire, his tone calm yet imposing: "Regarding today's events, I urge my maternal uncle to restrain the people of the Land of Fire and prevent similar incidents from happening again. Otherwise, the punishment next time will not be so simple."
The daimyo of the Land of Fire nodded hurriedly, "Yes, yes, I will definitely keep a close watch on things and never let anything like this happen again!"
Uchiha Sanfeng said no more, took Kurenai Yuhi's hand, and led Tsunade and Koshiryu away from the side hall.
Those who remained felt a chill run down their spines as they looked at Sarutobi Asuma lying on the ground.
Asma was dragged away for treatment, the hatred in his eyes did not diminish at all.
He lay in his hospital bed, his mind replaying the scene of Kurenai Yuhi calling for help and the disdainful look in Mitsumine's eyes.
He secretly vowed in his heart: as long as he lives, he will definitely take revenge and make these two people pay the price!