1 Ch-01 Senju Clan members trapped!?

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In the opulent and expansive residence situated within the Senju Clan Compound, an air of tranquility enveloped the hall as a red-haired woman engaged in deep meditation. The serenity of her contemplation was abruptly shattered when a stealthy ninja, draped in black attire, materialized behind her and gracefully assumed a kneeling position on one knee.

This red-haired woman was none other than Senju Mito, esteemed wife of the First Hokage. Mito, with a composed demeanor, gently opened her eyes and inquired, "Your emotions seem agitated. Kindly, enlighten me on what has transpired."

"There is urgent news from the battlefield," the kneeling ninja revealed, a momentary hesitation coloring his delivery.

"Why the pause? Share the information in its entirety. What is the news?" pressed Mito, her gaze steady.

"The news is undeniably somber. A Konoha squad finds itself ensnared by Suna ninjas," disclosed the kneeling ninja.

"Indeed, a sorrowful revelation. However, your presence here suggests there is more. Is it connected to the fate of the Senju clan?" probed Mito.

"Yes, it is. Approximately 80% of the Konoha squad, totaling around seventy individuals, bears the esteemed mark of the Senju clan and is presently ensnared by Suna," elucidated the kneeling ninja. 

"Correct me if I'm mistaken, but based on my recollection of our Senju Clan, the number of individuals who actively participated in the Second Ninja World War amounted to 100, is that correct?" Mito inquired, maintaining a composed expression.

"Yes," responded the kneeling ninja.

"Furthermore, has it come to pass that 20 ninjas from the Senju Clan have already made the ultimate sacrifice in the ongoing conflict?" Mito sought clarification.

"Yes," affirmed the kneeling ninja.

"In light of this distressing news, what actions has Hiruzen taken?" Mito pressed further.

"As soon as the Hokage got wind of the situation, he promptly dispatched a squad of skilled Konoha ninjas to Sunagakure in a bid to rescue our comrades. Regrettably, this noble effort was thwarted midway by Amegakure," the kneeling ninja elaborated.

Mito, her eyes closed, conveyed a poignant sense of helplessness, her fist clenched in frustration. After a brief period of contemplative silence, she reopened her eyes and, recollecting something, asked, "Have you conveyed this information to him?"

The kneeling ninja swiftly comprehended the identity of the person indicated by the pronoun 'him.' Without hesitation, he promptly responded, "No, as of now, I haven't conveyed this information to him."

"It's advisable not to burden him with this. He has already dedicated a significant portion of his life to the service of our Senju Clan, and considering his limited lifespan, let him find solace in the remaining years," Mito expressed with a deep sigh.

The kneeling ninja nodded in agreement, supplementing the conversation, "Even though I won't directly inform him, it's worth noting that he has taken in a group of orphans, nurturing them into staunch defenders of the Senju Clan. Among them are individuals currently part of the Konoha squad facing adversity. They are more loyal to him then they are to Konoha and Senju Clan. I strongly suspect he might already be aware of the predicament."

Acknowledging the complexity of the situation, Mito responded, "I understand. I'll approach him and discuss the matter."

Having made this decision, Mito began to rise from her seated position. The kneeling ninja, who had been respectfully kneeling, stood up as well, extending a helping hand to assist Mito in standing.

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Mito soon reached the entrance of a small wooden house, a humble abode that seemed designed for a solitary dweller. Standing in front of the dwelling was a bald man in his fifties, distinguished by a black beard on his face. His physique, marked by well-defined muscles, six-pack abs, and scars that told tales of battles fought, unmistakably identified him as a seasoned and battle-hardened warrior.

The rhythmic sounds of "Shiiiing… Shiiiing…" filled the air, resonating from the man's dedicated effort to sharpen his axe on a stone.

Even as Mito approached and positioned herself before him, the man exhibited no intention of halting his meticulous axe-sharpening motion. Taking note of this, Mito commented, "It seems that you've already received the news about the Senju Clan being trapped by Sunagakure."

"Hmm," the man responded, the sharp "shing" persisting as the blade continued to be honed.

"Kratos, you don't have to do this. Your contributions to the Senju Clan have been substantial. Now, it's time for you to take a well-deserved rest," Mito urged with a tone of concern.

Kratos eventually concluded the rhythmic process of sharpening his axe, and the distinct "shing" sound ceased. After this, Kratos stood up, towering at a height of over 2 meters, creating a noticeable contrast with Mito's stature. Moving toward a small tub, he commenced the meticulous task of washing his axe. While immersed in this activity, he opened up to Mito with a poignant and deeply personal narrative.

"You know, when I was a mere 10 years old, tragedy struck as my parents were mercilessly killed, and my brother and I were ruthlessly captured as slaves. Our days were consumed by toil and hardship. Sadly, my brother, lacking the innate physical strength that I possessed, was perceived as a burden. He became the target of their cruelty, and they heartlessly snuffed out his life right before my eyes. In desperation, I pleaded with them, offering to shoulder his workload and pledging to work even harder. Despite my impassioned pleas, they callously took his life, and he drew his last breath in my arms. It was at that heartbreaking moment that I made a solemn vow - if ever given the chance to avenge his death, I would devote my life to serving justice," Kratos recounted. As he spoke, the enduring pain of losing his brother reverberated in the raw emotion evident in his voice. 

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