The Shadow of Konoha

The ninja tools held by Kinkaku and Ginkaku are the most important assets of the entire Kumogakure. Some of them are even used to control the two tailed beasts of the ninja village... Therefore, if these things are returned in full, Konoha will be in a more advantageous position in the subsequent negotiations.

Therefore, despite being aware of the great power of the ninja tools, Sansho and the others never planned to bring these powerful ninja tools back to Konoha. However, despite saying so, they did not choose to bring these things directly to Kumogakure, but hid the ninja tools along with the remains of Kinkaku and Ginkaku on the spot.

Afterwards, the group continued on their way to the Land of Thunder.

"Teacher Sansho, I have a question. Although the rebellion that occurred at the previous alliance ceremony was definitely not the original intention of Kumogakure, the nature of this incident is that Kumogakure broke its promise to Konoha. Therefore, even if the two sides need to repair their relationship again, Kumogakure, as the party in the wrong, should take the initiative to go to Konoha, instead of the other way around, right?" While moving, Hanyu thought about it and finally asked this question.

"Well, logically speaking, Kumogakure should have taken the initiative, but now is not the time to argue about reason. In the previous incident, Konoha's loss was limited to the loss of the Second Hokage. In comparison, Kumogakure's loss was much greater. The rebellion was initiated by a group of elite Kumogakure ninjas led by Kinkaku and Ginkaku, who were the most sophisticated and elite pillars of a ninja village. When the rebel ninjas took action, they killed and injured a large number of ninjas from the same village, and the sacrifices that Kumogakure had to make in order to extinguish the rebellion afterwards can be imagined... In fact, because of this rebellion, the operation of the entire Kumogakure has been half paralyzed. Therefore, it is much more difficult for the Third Raikage to secure his position than for our Third Hokage... At this time, we have to send out liaisons again." Sansho said.

This explanation is reasonable, but Hanyu always feels that Sansho is gritting her teeth when she says that "Konoha's sacrifice is limited to the Second Hokage. "

The situation in Kumogakure is indeed worse than that in Konoha. In general, compared to the prosperous country and village of Konohagakure in the Land of Fire, the Land of Lightning and Kumogakure are typical military powers. Such a tough country can't even guarantee the safety of its allies. There is no doubt that this will seriously damage their reputation and national credibility.

The task that Sansho and others have is somewhat like enduring humiliation and bearing heavy burdens.

"Not to mention that the two countries have already reached a consensus on forming an alliance. Even if it is only because both countries have suffered losses and the situation within the ninja village is turbulent, both Konoha and Kumogakure have the desire to stabilize their internal situation. In addition, enemies such as Iwagakure are eyeing them covetously. At this time, the two sides can no longer rub against each other and consume their manpower... With the chips in our hands, we can help the Third Raikage stabilize the situation within Kumogakure, so there should be no problem in re-establishing the alliance." Sansho thought that Hanyu was worried about the subsequent safety issues, so she explained.

There is an Uchiha in this team. Considering their stay in the Land of Rice, Hanyu roughly guessed how they would help the Raikage stabilize Kumogakure. After thinking about it, he said, "Because of the previous betrayal, Kumogakure owes Konoha a serious debt of national trust. In addition, if we ask for helping the Raikage stabilize the village, our request should not be as simple as an alliance..."

"What do you mean?"

Hanyu gritted his teeth and finally spoke out his suggestion, "Request Kumogakure to withdraw the defense line against Konoha and order their ninjas to move toward the Frost Country, Water Trap Country, Grass Country, and Rain Country."

As he finished speaking, the rapidly advancing team suddenly stopped in place, and Sansho, Mitokado Homura and Uchiha Kagami all looked towards Hanyu.

The Frost Country, the Water Trap Country, the Grass Country, and the Rain Country are all small countries sandwiched between the Earth Country and the Fire Country. According to Hanyu, if the ninjas of Kumogakure continue to infiltrate the Rain Country, they will confront Iwagakure head-on and at the same time separate Konoha from Iwagakure.

After Konoha renewed their alliance with Kumogakure, the only enemy they had left in the Ninja World War was Sand Village - from one against three to just Sand Village, Konoha's entire war situation suddenly became clear.

This kind of strategic arrangement was actually proposed by a "kid" like Hanyu who hasn't even grown all his hair yet... As the saying goes, those who are involved are often the most confused. Before, Konoha was anxious to restore its relationship with Kumogakure, but it didn't expect that there would be such a thing to do here.

But because of everyone's sharp gazes, Hanyu now regretted saying this .

"Go on."

However, since he had started, he had to continue the topic. "If our arrival is of great significance to Kumogakure, then this condition is not difficult to achieve. Kumogakure and Iwagakure are old enemies. This tactical arrangement does not cause any loss to them. The reason they did not make such an opposing stance before is simply because they did not want Konoha to benefit. At the same time, this arrangement will make Kumogakure worry that Konoha will cut off their overly long battle lines and supply lines at any time... But if the two sides form an alliance, such worries will no longer exist."

"Of course, in order to enhance mutual trust between the two sides, Konoha should also reduce the number of ninjas deployed in the direction of Kumogakure, and even hand over the line adjacent to the Land of Earth to Kumogakure for control... As long as the ninjas of Kumogakure do not break into the Land of Fire, everything will be fine. At the same time, as a condition of exchange, Konoha can help Kumogakure monitor the movements of Mist Village, and the two sides can even establish a new joint intelligence system targeting the Land of Water and share intelligence in this direction."

It is impossible to ask Konoha and Kumogakure to completely cancel their mutual combat deployment. Even after forming an alliance, they will not be able to trust each other to that extent. But according to Hanyu, both sides only need to leave a small number of reconnaissance ninjas on the border to monitor each other to prevent the other side from crossing the line and breaking the alliance.

"That makes perfect sense. No... our mission is not arranged this way. It is not advisable to create unnecessary complications, but... but..."

Hanyu's strategy caused Homura to struggle severely.

Hanyu's current performance is far more surprising than his previous use of water escape, because... this kind of problem is always what the Hokage should think about and solve. The problem Hanyu is considering is neither ninjutsu nor tactics, but the real "strategy".

After a lot of struggles, the oldest one, Sansho, finally made up her mind first, "Let's talk about it as Hanyu said. Although it will add some risks to our original mission, this risk is insignificant compared to the benefits it will bring."

This strategy is enough to overturn Konoha's current war situation, and it is impossible for anyone not to be tempted.

Just like that, before entering the Land of Thunder, a new negotiation and mission objective was put forward, and then everyone stopped and began to race against time to perfect the specific negotiation strategy.

Half a day later, the team set out again.

When they were approaching the border of the Land of Lightning, a Hidden Cloud Ninja appeared in front of them. He was the ninja who was arranged to welcome the Konoha group.

"Your number is wrong. There is one more than previously reported." The ninja glanced at the team of Konoha people and instantly found the problem... This team should only have four people, but now it has become five.

"The extra person is my disciple. He is a talented young man and can be helpful to our trip, so he participated in this secret mission... There is no big problem. No matter what, our sincerity in peace talks and alliances will never change." Faced with this accusation, Sansho stood up and explained to the ninja.

It should be a good thing to be praised, but such "praise" was explained to the enemy, which made Hanyu's face turn green.

He was somewhat regretful for having said too much before. Who knew if Cloud ninja would pay too much attention to him because of Sansho's explanation?

Sansho noticed the subtle change, and she knew that the young man was feeling the pressure.

That's good.

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