Naruto: In Konoha Village, I awakened Wood Release at the start.

Konoha Village.

The Hokage's office.

Chiba leaned back in his chair.

He casually crossed his legs as he looked at the latest intelligence sent by the Anbu.

call out!

A whooshing sound rang out.

"Lord Hokage."

"The Hidden Cloud Village has made a move."

Uchiha Shisui knelt on one knee, his tone extremely respectful.

"explain."

Upon hearing this...

Chiba didn't even look up, continuing to look at the intelligence in his hand.

"The ninjas of Kumogakure are plotting in the guesthouse."

"They set up a three-layer soundproof barrier."

"However, the blind spot of the barrier is right at the ventilation opening."

"I used the hearing of the raven to hear everything they said."

"..."

This is Uchiha Shisui's unique skill.

The people from Kumogakure thought they were invincible.

They had no idea that their every word and action had been heard clearly.

"What are they planning to do?"

"Rob the Leaf Village's treasury? Or create chaos?"

Chiba chuckled softly.

Uchiha Shisui's abilities were indeed quite impressive.

"Neither."

"Their target is the Byakugan of the Hyuga clan."

Uchiha Shisui shook his head.

Then.

He reported Troy's plan word for word.

This includes their plan to feign drunkenness at tomorrow's banquet, and their route to sneak into the Hyuga main family's residence amidst the chaos.

"interesting."

"These barbarians from Kumogakure..."

"Coming to Konoha to steal a bloodline limit?"

"Do they really think Konoha is their backyard?"

Chiba finally put down the intelligence he was holding.

He moved his neck, and the bones made a crisp cracking sound.

"The Godaime."

"Should I bring my ANBU members and arrest them now?"

Uchiha Shisui asked tentatively.

Even though the Uchiha and Hyuga clans didn't see eye to eye with each other.

But Hyuga is, after all, a member of Konoha, so naturally they can't just sit idly by.

"Why arrest him?"

"Should we save the rice from Konoha?"

Chiba glanced at Uchiha Shisui.

He is the Hokage of Konoha, not the one who would support ninjas from Kumogakure.

"So you mean...?"

Shisui was stunned.

"Go to the Hyuga clan."

"Tell Hyuga Hiashi to have the main family's guards relax their vigilance tomorrow night."

"As long as anyone from Kumogakure dares to step even half a step into the Hyuga base."

"No need to capture them alive, kill them on the spot!"

Chiba tapped on the table.

The last four words he spoke were heavy, carrying a chilling murderous intent.

"Kill him on the spot?"

"But if we kill them all, the Hidden Cloud Village will definitely use it as an excuse to cause trouble."

"At that time..."

Uchiha Shisui suddenly raised his head, his pupils contracting sharply.

The Hidden Cloud Village came to Konoha under the guise of signing a ceasefire agreement.

If they all die in Konoha, Kumogakure will definitely not let it go.

"Using this as an excuse to make a fuss?"

"Someone broke into your house and stole your family's bloodline limit, which is essential for your family's survival."

"You still want to reason with them?"

"Konoha, when did you become so weak?!"

Chiba's voice suddenly rose.

A terrifying pressure of chakra instantly enveloped the entire office.

Uchiha Shisui felt his breath catch in his throat.

It felt as if a mountain was pressing down on his back, and even his knees were aching.

Only then did he truly understand.

The young Fifth Generation leader in front of us is no ordinary person.

He not only possesses the Wood Release of the First Hokage, but also a ruthless and domineering nature that no previous Hokage has ever had.

"Understood."

"I'll go and inform the Hyuga clan head immediately."

Uchiha Shisui lowered his head.

He instantly transformed into a flock of crows and vanished from the room.

Upon seeing this.

Chiba leaned back in her chair, gazing at the night view outside the window.

"Hidden Clouds"

"Since you want to play, then I'll play a big one with you."

……

the next day.

In the conference room of the Hokage Building.

Nara Shikaku presented Troy with a drafted ceasefire agreement.

"Captain Troy"

"Take a look."

"If there are no objections, please sign it."

Nara Shikaku's expression was very official.

But deep in his eyes, there was a hint of coldness that was not easily detected.

Troy picked up the agreement and quickly scanned it.

When you see that long string of compensation amounts above.

Troy's eye twitched violently a few times.

Konoha is really asking for an exorbitant amount this time.

Not only do they need money, but they also need a large quantity of ninja tools and explosive tags.

This is not a ceasefire at all.

This is outright robbery!

"Lord Shikaku."

"Isn't this compensation amount a bit outrageous?"

Troy gritted his teeth and protested, barely suppressing his anger.

This is outrageous!

Even though Troy had already planned it out.

Even if a ceasefire agreement is signed, the Hidden Cloud Village will not acknowledge it.

But seeing so much compensation still made him extremely angry.

"Not an exaggeration."

"During the Third Shinobi World War."

"How much damage did your Kumogakure cause to Konoha by taking advantage of their misfortune?"

"This compensation isn't even enough to cover the death benefits."

"If Yunyin is unwilling to sign."

"Then forget it."

"Our fifth generation leader said that if things don't work out, we'll settle things on the battlefield."

Nara Shikaku's attitude was extremely tough.

He already knew about Kumogakure's plan from Chiba.

He also knew very well that Yunyin would not admit to it.

But that doesn't stop Nara Shikaku from using it to disgust them.

Troy took a few deep breaths, forcing himself to calm down.

He stared intently at Lu Jiu, inwardly sneering.

"Laugh."

"You can laugh all you want."

"Wait until tonight when you get that eye roll, then you'll be crying!"

Then.

Troy grabbed a pen and signed his name on the agreement.

"All signed!"

"I hope your Konoha village will be alive enough to spend this money!"

He handed the agreement to Nara Shikaku.

Troy uttered a harsh remark and left the meeting room with his men.

Watching their departing figures.

A cold smile curved at the corners of Nara Shikaku's lips.

"They didn't even realize they were about to die."

"What a pathetic bunch of worms."

The news of the ceasefire agreement quickly spread throughout Konoha Village.

The streets and alleys are decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations.

The villagers spread the news excitedly, their faces beaming with joy.

"Have you heard?"

"Kumakuya has backed down!"

"They not only signed a ceasefire agreement, but they also have to pay us a large sum of money!"

"The Fifth Hokage is truly amazing!"

"It should have been done a long time ago. We suffered so much humiliation during the previous three generations of rulers."

"That's right, that's right! The Senju clan is the backbone of Konoha!"

Q-cooked meat.

Several civilian ninjas raised their wine glasses and celebrated loudly.

In the shadows of the corner.

Two Cloud Village ninjas were eating with their heads down.

Listening to the cheers around me.

The veins on the backs of their hands, which were gripping the chopsticks, were bulging.

"Those arrogant bastards!"

"I really want to cut their tongues all out!"

One of them growled through gritted teeth.

The other person quickly grabbed his arm.

"Don't act impulsively."

"For the sake of the bigger picture, let them be smug for a little longer."

"Once it gets dark, that will be the time for our Cloud Village to strike back."

"..."

Night falls.

The ceasefire banquet hosted by Konoha was held at a hotel.

Troy and his ninjas sat at a table in the corner.

They were all flushed from drinking, looking like they couldn't hold their liquor.

"I can't take it anymore..."

"This Konoha sake is too strong, I need to go to the restroom."

A Cloud Village ninja staggered to his feet and headed towards the restroom.

Not long after.

Troy also clutched his stomach, making a painful expression.

What's wrong with my stomach?

"It must be because you ate something unclean this afternoon."

"I'll go too."

A dozen or so elite ninjas from Kumogakure.

They left the banquet hall one after another, using various flimsy excuses.

The Konoha officials in charge of receiving them seemed completely oblivious, continuing to toast and drink with the others.