What's wrong with having a large harem if you're the emperor of the ninja world?

Uchiha Tetsuka raised his foot and kicked out, followed by a series of kicks and punches...

He vented his anger for a while, only stopping when Kiba Inuzuka was almost silent.

"If His Majesty hadn't spared your lives, I would have killed you right now."

Uchiha Tetsuka spoke coldly.

"Live well."

Tie Huo's voice remained icy cold, "His Majesty said you are still useful. Don't torture yourselves to death."

He stopped looking at the two people lying on the ground like mud and turned away.

They left the dungeon silently, just as they had come.

The heavy iron gate closed again.

In the dungeon, only Kiba Inuzuka's heart-wrenching cries and the sound of vomiting remained.

And Shino Aburame's suppressed, heavy breathing, like that of a wounded lone wolf.

……

at the same time.

Hinata Hyuga's consciousness slowly rose from the dark abyss like a sunken ship.

She suddenly opened her pure white eyes.

A strong sense of vigilance instantly swept over my entire body!

The last scene before he fell into a coma was clearly imprinted in his mind... the eerie crimson light in the young emperor's eyes.

It swallowed her consciousness like an abyss.

She instinctively wanted to sit up and mobilize her chakra.

But I felt weak and powerless.

Looking around, she found herself lying on a soft, large brocade bed.

The room was decorated with breathtaking luxury, adorned with gold and jade, and filled with the fragrance of incense.

It's a world apart from the cold, hard prison.

And sitting by the bed was a familiar figure... Ms. Kurenai Yuhi.

Kurenai's face looked unusually haggard.

Those red eyes, which always exuded maturity and confidence, were now dull and lifeless.

The bruises are clearly visible.

A hint of surprise flashed in her eyes when she saw Hinata wake up.

He quickly suppressed the bitterness, exhaustion, and indescribable pain on his face, forcing out a weak smile.

"Hinata? You're awake? How are you feeling?"

Kurenai's voice was a little hoarse, but it carried a deliberately softened concern.

She endured the excruciating pain deep within her body, as if being torn apart, and dared not show any vulnerability in front of Hinata.

As a teacher, the instinct to protect students overwhelmed my own pain at that moment.

Hinata felt a little relieved to see her teacher was safe, but immediately thought of her companions:

"Teacher Hong! I'm so glad you're alright!"

"Where are Ya-kun and Shino-kun? Where are they?"

She struggled to sit up.

Kurenai quickly pressed her down, a shadow of gloom and helplessness flashing in her eyes:

"I...I don't know either. I woke up here and haven't seen them before."

This answer made Hinata's heart sink.

The two looked at each other and saw the worry in each other's eyes.

Trapped in enemy territory and a prisoner, he was unaware of the fate of his comrades.

They had no idea how the capricious and ruthless emperor would deal with them next.

The fear of the unknown coiled around their hearts like cold vines.

Kurenai took a deep breath, suppressing the humiliation and fear in her heart.

A flicker of determination, characteristic of a Konoha Jonin, rekindled in his red eyes:

"Hinata, listen, we can't just sit here and wait to die."

"That Di Yan is a wolf in sheep's clothing. He doesn't just want to deal with us; he wants to overthrow the entire Konoha!"

"We must send the message back to the Hokage."

She lowered her voice, her tone resolute, "I will find a way, create an opportunity, for you to escape!"

"You must return to Konoha and tell the Hokage everything that happened here!"

"Only the Hokage can stop this demon!"

"But...Teacher Hong! How can I leave you behind..."

Hinata shook her head urgently, her Byakugan eyes filled with worry and reluctance.

Abandoning her companions to escape alone went against her inner principles.

This is not abandonment!

Kurenai gripped Hinata's hand tightly, so tightly that Hinata felt a slight pain. "This is a mission! Hinata!"

"You are the eldest daughter of the Hyuga family, and your Byakugan has an irreplaceable advantage in reconnaissance and escape!"

"This is the most likely solution to succeed! For Kiba, for Shino, for Konoha, you must live."

"You must bring this intelligence back! Understand?"

Her gaze was unwavering, carrying an unquestionable command.

Hinata looked at the resolute determination and entrustment in her teacher's eyes, and tears welled up in her own.

She finally bit her lip and nodded forcefully:

"I...I understand, Teacher Hong!"

Just as the two were discussing the details of a possible escape plan in hushed tones.

An incredibly enticing, rich aroma of meat, like an invisible hook, wafted into the room through the crack in the door...

.......

13 Let's have some dog meat hot pot together.

"Gululu..."

Almost simultaneously, both of their stomachs began to rumble loudly in protest.

They then realized.

They had not eaten for a long time since they were captured.

The intense hunger instantly eased the tense atmosphere.

Kurenai and Hinata exchanged a glance, both seeing the helplessness and longing in each other's eyes.

"Go out and take a look?"

Kurenai suggested, her voice weak, "At least... find out what's going on outside, and find something to eat to replenish our strength."

Escaping also requires strength.

Hinata nodded.

The two straightened their somewhat disheveled clothes.

Kurenai was especially careful to conceal any marks that might be present on her neck.

The two women, on high alert, gently pushed open the door.

The gate leads to an exquisite and elegant courtyard.

Artificial hills and flowing water, exotic flowers and rare plants, create a unique scene at dusk.

However, the scene in the center of the courtyard made Kurenai and Hinata, who had just stepped out of the room, freeze in place, as if struck by lightning!

In the center of the courtyard.

Four people were enjoying dinner around a beautiful stone table.

In the main seat was none other than Di Yan, whom Kurenai Yuhi hated with a passion!

He changed into comfortable casual clothes, his posture relaxed and casual.

Surrounding him were three women with distinct personalities, yet all equally breathtakingly beautiful!

She possesses a mature and gentle temperament, like a lily under the moonlight.

It was Mikoto, who had been held in Di Yan's arms earlier.

She was carefully serving food to Di Yan, her movements gentle.

There was a faint sadness in his eyes and brows, yet also a strange kind of obedience.

A woman dressed in dark, close-fitting clothes, with a lithe and upright figure, a beautiful face but sharp, piercing eyes.

It was Uchiha Izumi who had previously carried out a mission.

She sat upright, eating in silence.

Occasionally, he would glance around, his eyes filled with a distinctive alertness.

But the most eye-catching figure was a petite one sitting right next to Di Yan... Uchiha Hikaru!

She's like a real little girl.

Holding a piece of stewed meat bone that was tender and fragrant, he was taking small bites of it.

There was a little oil stain on her rosy cheeks.

His big eyes squinted contentedly, looking completely innocent and naive.

Di Yan's hand was still resting affectionately on her small shoulder.

The warm yellow light of the lanterns spilled down, and the steaming dishes on the stone table emitted an enticing aroma.

Di Yan whispered something to Mikoto, occasionally teasing Hikaru.

This made the little girl giggle.

The spring stood quietly guarding its side.

Against the backdrop of the luxurious courtyard, this scene appeared incredibly harmonious and warm.

Just like a happy family dinner!

However, this heartwarming scene was witnessed by Kurenai and Hinata, who had just experienced the disappearance of their comrade, the humiliation they suffered, and the fear they felt for the future.

It was like the sharpest irony and the coldest chill!

Wait, this is...

The moment Kurenai Yuhi saw Mikoto Uchiha.

Her pupils shrank slightly.

She recognized her; this was the wife of the Uchiha clan leader.

Wasn't she killed on the night of the massacre? How did she end up here?