On the other side of the Land of Rain, the headquarters of Akatsuki remained hidden in that once-unremarkable small mountain village.
Unlike when Kakashi and the others had last visited, the village was now bustling with a steady stream of people and a lively atmosphere. Quite unlike the residents of other villages in the Land of Rain, the villagers here often wore smiles on their faces, and their complexions were much healthier, as if they had found a haven of peace amidst this chaotic world.
"Leader, our funds are running low lately; we can no longer afford to keep aiding the refugees," Hatoyama's voice broke the tranquility inside the room. His face was full of worry, and his brow was deeply furrowed.
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