A carefully appraising eye would watch for any sign of deceit from the former med-nin Chief, but Migoya was satisfied that Ziren was indeed telling the truth. The plainness of his words - the authenticity - was somewhat refreshing. As he spoke of his wife Migoya's grip on the Kappa grew tighter, but he quickly took hold of the situation as Ziren called upon his blood to form a sword. It was the act of someone who was clearly upset, and hurt, but here was not the place.
"I... I never knew that Ziren-san, that... that is horrible." Migoya stated, adding an honorific. "He truly is a monster. Come then - I will talk about Konoha, away from... other interested parties." Migoya would place the stuffed toy down, and motion for Ziren to follow him outside, if he indeed wanted to. If he were to follow Migoya would guide them to a nearby Ramen shop, its smells bringing back painful memories of another famous Ramen establishment. Coming in from the storm, Migoya would motion towards a booth towards the back of the restaurant, one with a clear view of the doorway.
"Its the closest I can find to the flavours of Konoha. In any event, it will give us some measure of privacy. I understand your emotions, better than most, but this land is not a place to demonstrate chakra abilities lightly. The Shrine keep tabs on everyone... so please be careful." Indeed, the Shrine was everywhere, controlled almost everything, and watch very closely for any sign of disruption. Migoya ordered two 'traditional' chicken broth ramens quickly, sending the waitress away before she could speak to them.
"Well. I'll make the story quick and easy. Takeshi instituted 'new' and draconian laws, aimed at solidifying his own power base against the rights of the citizens of Konoha. I wished to create a scene - one that would wake up the citizens of the land, let them know who their 'leader' truly was, and try and establish a new leader. Mikasa."
"To do that was... difficult. I decided to focus my efforts on the only person in Konoha that still had a measure of the Will of Fire and, by humbling him, remind the citizens that Takeshi's little power base of unintelligent sycophants were not infallible, teach the idiot Kenshin a lesson in humility, and hopefully make him a better leader and example. It would also draw Takeshi out and permit me to truly show what he is to the people."
Migoya sighed quietly.
"That was the plan. It was working. A message was sent throughout Konoha highlighting Takeshi's hypocrisy... a message that was received by most. Regrettably, a group of young people... a group of children got hold of the message and thought it was worth repeating on the civilian channel. They apparently hijacked a radio tower and repeated the message."
At this point the normally stoic facade on Migoya's face leaked an amount of emotion.
"The... the ANBU were sent in. They killed the children. They killed children...for spreading the truth." Migoya said through gritted teeth.
"I decided then and there that I would not let my clan have anything to do with Takeshi's regime of child murderers. He probably promoted those who did it. Nevertheless, the message was sent. I was demoted, as was my clanmates, and knowing the situation as it was and that nothing would change whilst Takeshi lived, we fled. My only regret is we left Mikasa behind..."
The red eyes would once more meet Zirens.
"I have heard whispers that several Leaf shinobi have also left the village. I have informed the other two villages of Takeshi's crimes in an effort to help those who wish to relocate with a corroborating story. If you have been away for so long, perhaps they think you have done the same. In any event, I would suggest you travel to Cloud country to be with your family. Perhaps you might find some of our refugees there. I would ask a favor however - I am trying to gain intelligence on the opinions of the villages against Konoha... If they are indeed allied with child killers then this world is..." Migoya left the statement unfinished.
"If you wish to return to the hidden Leaf... please. Please let Mikasa know that I am... I am sorry."
The story was told openly, for the first time, and Migoya seemed relieved to have let it out. "Do you have any questions? Anything specific you want to know? And... and if I can help you overcome your trauma, or perhaps give you a new arm, just let me know. I am sort of ok with medical ninjutsu," he added with a sad grin.