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

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Mist Village is an ally!

Especially now that we are in the midst of war, even though we have signed a peace treaty with Iwagakure, we still face threats from Kumogakure and Sunagakure.

If, under these circumstances, Kirigakure were to be pushed into the opposing camp, it would not be a good thing for Konoha.

Nohara Rin was just an ordinary person.

Although he became a disciple of Minato Namikaze, he can be considered part of the Hokage lineage.

But, same thing.

It doesn't matter!

In minor matters, he would certainly take care of Nohara Rin.

However, when it comes to the grand strategy between ninja villages, sacrificing a mere civilian ninja is something Hiruzen Sarutobi wouldn't even bother to consider.

As for the water gate side...

Although he knew that Minato would be heartbroken given his personality, as the inheritor of the Will of Fire, he figured that as long as he promoted the village's cause as much as possible, persuading Minato wouldn't be too difficult. (bjfg)

However, he was wrong.

Minato Namikaze, who is usually obedient, refused without even thinking after hearing these words.

"No, I don't agree!"

"Lord Hokage, this is not in accordance with the Will of Fire!"

"Ninjas can die on the battlefield, but they cannot be handed over to other ninja villages at will, like commodities."

"If we let this kind of thing happen, who will be willing to risk their lives for the village?"

"Nohara Rin was also a victim of this incident. At most, I can guarantee that I will return the Three-Tails to Kirigakure after Nohara Rin dies in battle or old age. I will never agree to the idea of taking the Three-Tails while Nohara Rin is still alive."

"The Hidden Mist Village itself was unable to protect its leader, and the Tailed Beasts were stolen by a mysterious person. It was even almost used by someone to destroy Konoha."

"Konoha is a victim too!"

"If Kirigakure has the ability, they can go after the person who stole the Tailed Beast. Why should they come to Konoha to demand it back, and even make Konoha ninja pay the price with their lives?"

"Ninjas have many ways to die, but this is definitely not one of them!"

Minato Namikaze's voice resounded powerfully.

Honestly.

When Uchiha Jin first said this, Namikaze Minato was a little skeptical.

It has nothing to do with Nohara Rin, so how could the Hokage possibly abandon Nohara Rin to curry favor with Kirigakure?

Konoha, don't you have any pride?

But, unexpectedly.

My understanding of Hiruzen Sarutobi is not as deep as that of King Uchiha, this enemy of the Hokage.

Good guy!

As Jin-kun guessed correctly, Hiruzen Sarutobi not only did it, but he was also so eager to do so.

He had only just returned to the village when they started discussing this matter with him.

Fortunately, thanks to Uchiha Jin's reminder, he had prepared himself mentally in advance and had already thought of an excuse to decline.

otherwise.

The consequences are truly unimaginable.

If Minato Namikaze couldn't even protect his own disciple, that would truly be a huge joke.

Faced with other injustices, he felt that he might learn from his master, Jiraiya.

At most, I'll just ignore it and not get involved.

But, damn it.

Nohara Rin is his own apprentice!

This matter is not open to discussion.

"Minato, I know you can't accept this." Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed, beginning his brainwashing: "But the sacrifices were all for the village, for peace. Why can't you understand?"

"Nohara Rin will become a hero, and her name deserves to be engraved on the memorial stone!"

"..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke calmly.

Obviously.

Even now, he still hasn't realized that something is wrong.

He was still judging people with outdated views, completely unaware that Minato Namikaze had already been secretly poached by King Uchiha.

and so.

If it were the old Minato Namikaze, he might have been fooled by Hiruzen Sarutobi.

but now?

Ha ha!

Without any hesitation, Minato Namikaze immediately retorted.

"No, this isn't right!"

"For the village, for peace, ninjas are not afraid to sacrifice themselves!"

"But ninjas should die on the battlefield, not at the hands of their own village."

"certainly……"

"If this sacrifice can truly bring lasting peace, then with Nohara Rin's resolve, I believe she would gladly accept her death."

But the question is, is it even possible?

"With Rin's sacrifice, will Kirigakure truly never attack Konoha again?"

"No, absolutely not!"

"This short-term peace is simply because they don't want to fight, and for some reason, they can't fight."

“Once Kirigakure recovers and has another chance, they will definitely declare war on Konoha.”

"In this situation, what purpose does Lynn's sacrifice serve?"

"If the tailed beasts of Kirigakure are not returned, Kirigakure will declare war on Konoha. I, Minato Namikaze, will personally intervene and slaughter Kirigakure until rivers of blood flow."

"Nohara Rin is my disciple, and as her teacher, I'll take the blame for her."

"But I, as her teacher, absolutely cannot accept that Lin would sacrifice herself so uselessly for the sake of a brief peace."

"Lord Hokage, this is not negotiable!"

Minato Namikaze, his tone serious.

His words were spoken with absolute certainty, leaving no room for negotiation.

Sarutobi Hiruzen: "..."

He looked completely bewildered.

Looking at Minato Namikaze in front of him, his mind went completely blank.

Good guy!

Did Minato Namikaze have such eloquence back then?

What's wrong? Haven't seen you for a few days.

Could the water gate have changed so much?