Ch-6 Going to the Land of rivers.

Currently, Uchiha Karan was on his way to the Country of Rivers, accompanied by a group of 20 children who were walking behind him. These children were previously labeled as rebels, and they understood that their only option for returning home was to become stronger individuals under the guidance of their leader.

All of a sudden, Uchiha Karan abruptly stopped in his tracks, sensing that the chakra that was sealed within the Anbu member had been activated. Since it wasn't a shadow clone, he was unable to discern the expressions of everyone who was present there.

"I hope you all bear my words in your mind, or else..." Karan warned while gazing towards the direction of the Konoha village.

Resuming his journey, he uttered, "Let's proceed." as he led the group towards the Country of Rivers. The children who were following him knew that they had to stick together and continue to build their strength if they hoped to overcome the challenges that lay ahead. They were aware that being labeled as rebels made their situation precarious and that they needed to be wary of their surroundings at all times.

As they continued on their journey, Uchiha Karan remained vigilant, always alert to any potential threats that may arise. The safety of the children was his top priority, and he would do whatever it took to ensure their well-being. As they trekked through the rugged terrain, the children looked up to Karan as their mentor and leader, and they were determined to follow his example and become stronger individuals themselves.

"Master Karan, may I know where we are heading next?" Uchiha Aiko inquired.

"We require a place to practice and expand our strength. Additionally, we need to enlist more soldiers. Can you suggest the ideal location?" Uchiha Karan questioned.

"The most suitable location for such purposes would be the Daimyo mansion of the country of River," Aiko hesitantly answered.

"Correct, we are planning to take control of the Daimyo of the River Country. Our aim is to reach the location as soon as possible," Uchiha Karan exclaimed, full of excitement and anticipation for the future.

"But isn't that morally wrong? As ninja, we do not generally attack the Daimyo," Uchiha Nakamura questioned.

"Keep in mind, in this war-torn era, only those with greater strength have the right to speak," Uchiha Karan retorted, his tone unwavering and filled with arrogance.

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After a tiring journey that lasted the entire day, they finally reached their destination: the capital of the Country of Rivers. Uchiha Karan, the leader of the group, instructed the children to rest for a while before moving forward to capture the Daimyo mansion that very night.

Karan reassured the children that he would be observing their performance that night, urging them not to disappoint him. He also made sure to remind them that they could fight without any worries, as he would not let any harm come to them.

Despite their average talents, this group of 20 children was not weak. Among them, Uchiha Aiko stood out as the most powerful, only a thin line away from becoming a Chunin. Karan knew that he just needed to keep an eye on them. Although he could have easily captured the Daimyo mansion by himself, he chose to let the children fight. He believed that it was only through fighting that they could grow stronger and become more powerful.

"Alright, it's time to begin our mission," declared Uchiha Karan as he turned to address the children.

Without wasting any time, they swiftly made their way into the capital. However, just as they were about to continue their mission, they sensed a team of guards approaching them. Uchiha Aiko, who was known for her exceptional combat skills, stepped forward and quickly neutralized them. Despite the fact that they were planning to take over the Country of Rivers, Aiko chose not to take their lives. Instead, she approached them and knocked one person out while kicking another person away. She then proceeded to close the mouth of the last person, causing them to faint. She carefully placed the unconscious guard on the ground before returning to the group. All of this took her only two minutes to accomplish.

The group had made their way towards the Daimyo mansion. They had moved with great caution and precision, avoiding any unnecessary confrontations as they traveled. Despite the relative ease of their journey so far, they were not naive enough to believe that they would encounter no resistance as they approached the heavily-guarded Daimyo mansion.

As they arrived at the mansion, they were surprised to find that there was little to no security in place. This was particularly unusual given the mansion's importance and the valuable assets it held within its walls. However, they did not let their guard down, as they knew that there must be a reason for the lack of security.

Unbeknownst to them, a sensory ninja was keeping a close eye on their movements. The ninja quickly reported to their superior that a group of 20 Genin had arrived outside the mansion. The superior was immediately suspicious of their presence and suspected that it could be a diversionary tactic to distract them from the real attack.

He ordered his subordinates to thoroughly investigate the situation and to send a team of Chunin to deal with the intruders swiftly. The ninja team quickly arrived on the scene, ready to defend the Daimyo mansion at all costs.

Aiko and her group were moving stealthily inside the opulent Daimyo mansion, well aware of the possibility of traps laid out to thwart their progress. As they crept through the shadowy hallways, they suddenly encountered a group of ten individuals heading in their direction.

One of the Chunins in Aiko's group spoke up, questioning the necessity of bringing so many skilled individuals to deal with a mere twenty Genins. "Master Shak," he began, "do all of us really need to be here to handle just 20 Genins? We have three Chunins and you, an esteemed Elite Chunin. Any one of us, with the assistance of the Genins we brought with us, can easily take care of them. I don't understand why our leader sent us all here."

Master Shak listened intently, weighing his options carefully. While he knew that his team was formidable, he also understood that the leader's orders were not to be taken lightly. "We may be over-prepared," he admitted, "but we must follow the leader's instructions. Besides, it never hurts to be cautious. Let us proceed with our mission." With that, the group resumed their journey through the mansion, their senses heightened and their weapons at the ready.

As the two groups faced each other, Uchiha Aiko tried to remain composed, despite feeling a sense of intimidation from the three individuals in front of her. From their auras, she could tell that they were all skilled chunin-level shinobi, and one of them seemed to be even stronger than the others, possibly an elite chunin.

Aiko took a moment to assess her opponents, trying to gauge their strengths and weaknesses. She knew that her own abilities would be put to the test in this encounter, and she needed to be ready for anything.

On the other side, as the group of 20 children attempted to enter the mansion, the protectors of the estate were left speechless. They couldn't believe that such a large group of children would dare to try and enter the premises, and they were unsure of how to proceed.

"I cannot believe it. These children are no more than 12 years old. Are we really here to deal with such young and inexperienced shinobi?" one of the chunin said with disdain.

As Master Shak heard the chunin's disrespectful words towards the young intruders, he spoke up firmly. "Age does not determine one's ability or worth as a shinobi. These children may surprise you with their skills and determination. And as protectors of the Daimyo mansion, it is our duty to ensure that the laws are upheld and those who trespass are punished accordingly."

He turned to the children and spoke in a stern but calm voice. "You are all aware of the seriousness of your actions. I advise you to explain your reasons for being here and cooperate with us. This way, we may be able to resolve this situation peacefully."