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

He was well aware of his cousin's abilities, and even more so of Uchiha Jin's temperament and personality.

You want to kill someone over such a trivial matter?

This is ridiculous!

Since they dare to do this, they wouldn't dare to cause trouble on their side.

and so.

It's best not to get bogged down in this; just get on with your plan as soon as possible.

This is the real deal!

Your most important task now is to retire and then support Minato Namikaze to take over.

It's best to put the fight with the Uchiha clan aside for now.

You must be clear about the priorities of things.

Nara Shikaku could swear to God that he said these words without any selfish motives, and that he was truly planning for Hiruzen Sarutobi with all his heart.

Sarutobi Hiruzen: "..."

After hearing these words, he fell silent.

He was thinking.

　"880" is obviously correct.

He actually knew in his heart that Nara Shikaku's choice was right.

But I'm really not willing to accept it!

Uchiha Jin has almost become his obsession.

He's only twelve years old today!

The Third Raikage is arguably the strongest among the Kage-level ninjas.

Even he, the 'strongest Hokage,' admitted that he was no match for him.

Uchiha Jin, however, was able to kill his opponent single-handedly.

This……

How can we prevent him from getting chills?

He truly wanted to kill Uchiha Jin at all costs.

otherwise.

He probably won't be able to sleep tonight!

But, alas!

Nara Shikaku is right. The most important thing now is the Five Kage Summit and signing a peace agreement.

Once the war is completely resolved, then push Minato Namikaze to take over.

Next.

Only then can he completely free up his hands to specifically target the Uchiha.

Well, that's fine too.

Let Uchiha Jin be arrogant for a while longer!

Minato Namikaze also replied to Jiraiya, saying that if Jiraiya and Tsunade were to return, although their ideologies would differ.

But, same thing.

Regarding the Uchiha clan, they will still stand on their side.

In this case.

At least in terms of combat power, they are not inferior to the Uchiha for the time being.

Hiruzen Sarutobi breathed a sigh of relief.

After taking a quick puff of his cigarette, he took a deep breath and spoke.

"Ah, very good!"

"Shikaku, what you said makes a lot of sense. Go and contact Mifune of the Land of Iron as soon as possible."

"We must gather the Five Kage and head to the Land of Iron as quickly as possible."

"This war should come to a complete end."

Nara Shikaku breathed a sigh of relief.

Ok!

His biggest fear was that Hiruzen Sarutobi would disobey, but it seems that the effect is quite good.

As long as the Hokage doesn't do anything reckless, he's still confident he can defeat Nara Koji.

"Okay, Hokage-sama."

He bowed slightly.

After agreeing immediately, he didn't waste any more words and bowed as he left.

Hiruzen Sarutobi narrowed his eyes slightly.

After Nara Shikaku left, his face instantly darkened, and a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

boom!

He grew angrier the more he thought about it, and slammed his fist on the desk.

"Uchiha Jin, you deserve to die!"

"But it's alright, I'll let you be arrogant for two more days."

"Nara Shikaku is trustworthy for now."

"Through the investigation conducted by the secret service over this period of time, we found that he and Nara Koji had not been in communication, and he had done his best in planning for me."

"Now, we just wait..."

"My primary goal is the Five Shadows Summit, and then to push Minato Namikaze into power as soon as possible."

"As for the Uchiha clan, we'll wait for Jiraiya and Tsunade to return."

"Although these two disciples are not of one mind with me, as long as they are used to target, guard against, and deal with the Uchiha, there shouldn't be too much of a problem."

"After all, Tsunade, who comes from the Senju clan, and the Uchiha are mortal enemies!"

"Jiraiya, he's about the same."

"He was a man with great love in his heart, even though he was always looking for a so-called savior."

"But, similarly."

"He may not be hostile to the Uchiha, but he is equally unwilling to let the Uchiha become Hokage."

"After all, the Uchiha's emotions are too unstable!"

"Yeah, that's good!"

"As for this matter, we can inform Danzo."

"Let Danzo take the lead, with Jiraiya and Tsunade handling the defense. Then, push Minato Namikaze to the forefront, and I can once again slip into the shadows to plan slowly."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes flickered.

His brain started working frantically, and once he had completely figured it out, he immediately summoned the Dark Guard.

Tell him to inform Danzo about this as soon as possible.

He was only able to completely relax after the secret agents left.

……

In fact.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's actions were completely unnecessary.

because……

The fact that Uchiha Jin killed the Third Raikage alone was so shocking and unexpected that the news spread throughout the entire ninja world the moment it happened.

The Root's spies have infiltrated various ninja villages.

and so.

How could such important news be kept from Danzo?

In fact, one could say...

Even Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't know as many details about this news as Danzo did.

therefore.

After hearing the ANBU's explanation, Danzo merely gave a disdainful sneer and then dismissed the ANBU.

"Hiruzen Sarutobi, you underestimate me!"