As the weather gets colder and colder... Although the war has not stopped, there have been no fierce and large-scale battles in the ninja world during this time.
The pace of the war seemed to have slowed down a bit due to the coming of winter, and the five great ninja villages seemed to have agreed to take a rest together this winter.
It could also be the calm before the storm. Maybe the five great ninja villages are secretly planning some big move?!
Therefore, the ninja world suddenly became much calmer at this time.
Compared with the calm winter, today's Kusanagi station is quite lively.
after all……
Today is the day to pay wages~
Early in the morning.
Many people came and queued up as requested with anticipation and apprehension in their hearts.
to be honest.
Although most of them were brought here by force, they are very satisfied now that they can have a stable job and provide food and housing.
But I didn't expect that what the grass ninjas said was true!
I actually get paid!
Therefore, early in the morning, when the weather was still cold, everyone came and lined up with anticipation and apprehension.
And at this time.
Looking at the familiar scene in front of him... those faces that were both worried and expectant, Hesuke, as the person in charge, couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
then……
Why isn't he like this?
With no food for the whole family, the whole family followed the leader to the Country of Grass with confusion about the future. When the first salary was about to be paid, they were equally anxious and looking forward to it.
Until now...he has returned to this country and has become the deputy factory director dispatched from Cao Ninja Village!
No more worrying about going hungry or cold!
Hesuke had a smile on his face, his eyes seemed to be slightly red, and then he wrapped himself in the raincoat and coat issued by the Kusanagi Village.
The winter in the Land of Rain is very cold, and it also rains. Therefore, you need to be protected not only from the cold, but also from the rain.
If it was back then...he should be with Shuko and Rukako now...the family is huddled together, enduring hunger and cold at home, looking at the rain outside the window, longing in the heart that the family can survive this winter.
!
At this time.
He seemed to have remembered something, turned his head and looked behind him, with a gentle smile on his face, and murmured to himself, "Shuzi should be on holiday almost by now! I don't know if Rukako will have a holiday earlier over there."
Have you studied hard? It’s almost time to take the exam!”
Although the leader allowed them to take a vacation during the New Year period and go home to see their families, as one of the leaders of the factory here, how could he drop everything and leave at this time?
Therefore, in order to complete his work better, he voluntarily chose to stay and did not go back with the large army.
I just wrote a letter to my wife and Rukako at home, and asked Kusanagi-sama to help me take it back!
I don’t know if Shuzi and the others have received it?
Just when Hesuke was missing his family, the assistant next to him said, "Deputy Director Hesuke, it's almost time. It's time to pay wages!"
…
Because of the special nature of the Kusnin's residence, the year-end salary payment here is not as lively as in the Kusunin Village.
Everyone lines up quietly, and then receives their share of wages based on their names. After that, the person in charge will explain the arrangements for this period of time.
It is impossible for them to leave here before the war is over!
Of course no one wanted to leave.
Nowadays, there is chaos outside, wars are going on everywhere, and even the rain ninjas have come here to work. What are they doing after leaving here?
Only a fool leaves!
Not for a while.
When everyone looked at the heavy salary in their hands, their eyes couldn't help but turn red, and then they carefully put the salary in their arms.
This is the first salary they have received in many years!
Think about it, since I came here, not only can I have enough to eat, I can also wear new clothes, I no longer have to worry about being killed by ninjas outside, and... I still get a salary!
It can be said that this year...
For the first time in so many years, they did not have to go hungry, endure the cold, fear war, and receive wages for the first time.
After hiding their wages close to their bodies, everyone bent down excitedly and shouted gratefully, "Thank you Mr. Hesuke!"
"The one you should be grateful to is Chief Mang! Not me! Also, please call me the deputy director!" Hearing everyone's gratitude, the corners of Hesuke's lips slightly raised, and he looked at the scene in front of him with emotion.
Back then... wasn't he like this?
"The factory will also provide meals during the two days of holidays. If you want to buy something, you can go next door and have a look. It was arranged by Kakuto-sama. The things are rich, the price is reasonable, and the quality is guaranteed! In addition, everyone next year
We must also work hard and strive to win the [Excellent Employee Award]!”
After briefly explaining what was going to happen, Hesuke said nothing more.
He estimated that this time... everyone would rather go back to their rooms, close their doors, and count their wages.
He and Shuzi were like this back then!
In the small room, with Rukako...the family of three happily counted their wages.
So, it’s better not to disturb everyone’s happy time at this time!
Hesuke looked at the people in front of him again, then turned around and left with his hands behind his hands and a smile.
When he first came here, he was a little worried, even afraid that he might have done something wrong and betrayed the trust placed in him by his superiors.
But during this period of time... he also understood that he only had to do his best to complete his tasks. As for the rest, the superiors would arrange it for him. Therefore, slowly, he no longer felt afraid in his heart!
At this time.
Just when Hesuke was about to enter the factory.
"Mr. Hesuke? Is that Mr. Hesuke?"
"???"
Hearing someone calling him, Hesuke stopped, his face slightly stunned, and then turned his head to look at the Kusanagi wearing a ninja forehead protector.
Kusanagi-sama?
What to do with him?
Is there another mission above?
Thinking of this, he walked up.
Unlike when he first met Kusanagi, he no longer felt intimidated or frightened when he saw Kusanagi now.
With a smile and respect on his face, he said, "Master Kusanagi, what do you want from me?"
"Are you Mr. Hesuke?"
"Yes!"
"Does Ms. Shuzi know?"
"That's my wife! What's wrong?" Hesuke was surprised, then said in a panic, "Did something happen?"
"Don't be nervous! I just have your letter!"
The Kusanagi smiled slightly, then lowered his head, as if he was searching for something. Hesuke took a look and saw that it was filled with letters. He seemed to understand something, and his heart suddenly felt warm.
It seems that this Kusanagi-sama worked very hard to bring everyone the letter from home!
"Okay! This is your letter, please sign for it! It's time for me to deliver the letter to the next person!"
"Thank you! Thank you for your hard work!"
"Hahaha, for us ninjas... this is nothing, not hard work at all!"
After the grass ninja turned around, Hesuke still stood there, watching him leave. He didn't lower his head until he disappeared from sight, and looked at the letter written by Shuko and the others in his hand.
He couldn't help but have a smile on his face, and he couldn't wait to open it to see what Shuzi and Liu Jiazi had written for him.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but opened the letter directly.
When I read the first sentence of the letter, I was suddenly stunned.
I saw it said...
【Dad, I miss you!】
His eyes couldn't help but turn red. He then rubbed his eyes and carefully folded the letter again without looking down.
Then.
He carefully placed it in his arms and walked inside with a smile on his face.
He planned to return to his room, close his door, and watch quietly by himself!
But nothing was found.
at this time.
Not far away...an old man wearing a gas mask was watching this scene calmly.
And he...
When wages were paid from the factory, I watched them here!