Konoha: We, the Uchiha, are ready to give up!

Fortunately.

Regardless of what the final outcome of the discussion, at least Uchiha Jin is safe.

Just then, Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke.

"Shikaku, tell me."

I want to know what you think!

As the Hokage spoke, everyone else's gaze also focused on Nara Shikaku.

Yes.

When it comes to playing mind games, the Nara family is the undisputed champion in the entire Hidden Leaf Village.

You can completely trust Nara's wisdom.

Meanwhile, on the other side...

Nara Shikaku was holding his chin with his left hand, and had been thinking since earlier.

now.

When he saw everyone looking at him, he let out a breath of stale air and then spoke with a hint of doubt.

"Actually, I've been thinking about it."

"Have we complicated things?"

"Perhaps this matter is actually quite simple."

"How about this."

"Let me start from the beginning, and everyone can think about whether my guess is reasonable."

"Two years ago, a small team from Kumogakure came to Konoha to capture a bloodline limit, but as everyone either died or was captured, one of the Kumogakure ninjas finally became afraid."

So, he ran away.

"Then, some time ago, the Hidden Cloud Village captured this ninja again."

"Kumakuna and Konoha are currently at war, so Kumogakure has come up with this idea to make use of what they have."

"As for the purpose, it's quite simple."

"That would plunge our Konoha into complete internal strife."

"After all, Yunyin has no reason to make a move at this time."

"But in reality, it further distanced Yunyin from the truth."

"Making the various clans of Konoha suspicious of each other, and choosing the Uchiha clan was a brilliant move."

"Everyone knows the Uchiha's temper."

"Under normal circumstances, this incident would definitely cause a huge conflict within the Uchiha clan."

"The moderates of the Uchiha clan are alright, but the radicals are even less likely to give up."

"Especially since the Uchiha also control the security forces, investigating this matter will definitely cause a lot of trouble in Konoha."

"At that time, Konoha will definitely be in chaos."

"Even setting aside Konoha, the Uchiha clan itself might descend into chaos."

"Everyone can try to think about it: Konoha is now surrounded by enemies on all sides."

"What would happen if internal strife broke out under these circumstances?"

"There are some experts in the Hidden Cloud Village!"

hiss!

Everyone was shocked after hearing Nara Shikaku's guess.

but.

After thinking about it carefully, everyone realized that it was indeed true.

At this critical juncture, the enemy certainly hopes for internal strife in Konoha.

In this case.

Then the other ninja villages wouldn't need to exert any effort at all; they could directly destroy Konoha, the strongest ninja village.

With such a huge temptation, how could they not be tempted?

As if subconsciously.

Everyone accepted this reason.

"Right, that is it."

"The Cloud Hidden's heart is too black; they are utterly shameless."

"We absolutely cannot fall for their tricks!"

"Especially at this critical juncture, we must be united as one."

"..."

Everyone present began to speak.

They were drenched in cold sweat, terrified by the speculation.

Especially the Uchiha.

Upon hearing these words, Fugaku immediately made a pledge to fight.

"Lord Hokage, and everyone else."

"I, Fugaku, guarantee here that there will be no trouble within the Uchiha clan."

"I swear on the honor of my ancestors that during the war, if anyone dares to cause trouble, I, Fugaku Uchiha, will be the first to object!"

He was covered in cold sweat.

If the Uchiha clan truly caused the defeat in the Third Shinobi World War...

This pot is too heavy for him to carry!

So without any further words, he immediately began to swear oaths.

Actually, let's not talk about others.

Even the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, was now terrified and broke out in a sweat.

Goodness, that's terrifying.

I almost fell for it myself.

Imagine.

If I were to investigate this matter thoroughly, it could really cause serious problems!

You have to understand that Konoha is now surrounded by enemies on all sides.

Hidden by clouds, hidden by rocks, hidden by sand, hidden by fog.

Four ninja villages have declared war on Konoha, which is already in dire need of ninjas.

Even fifth-grade students are now being forced onto the battlefield.

If this matter really causes an internal conflict, then things could get really interesting.

Regardless of the truth, this matter cannot be further investigated.

The most important thing now is to stabilize the morale of Konoha.

With that in mind, he immediately stood up and spoke.

"This matter ends here."

"This is the conspiracy of the Hidden Cloud Village, trying to throw Konoha into chaos."

"Fortunately, Jonin class leader Nara Shikaku was quick-witted and directly exposed the Cloud Village's conspiracy."

"I will announce this to the ninja world. I want the entire ninja world to know the ruthlessness and viciousness of such a villain as Kumogakure."

"And I solemnly warn everyone that any attempt to use such viciousness against Konoha is absolutely doomed to fail."

"Don't say you weren't warned!"

Chapter Thirteen: Konoha Takes Action, Kumogakure Takes the Blame

Hiruzen Sarutobi is quite intelligent.

He knew perfectly well that the truth of the matter was no longer important.

Just like Nara Shikaku said, the most important thing now is to stabilize people's hearts.