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"That's what I'm worried about too. Our Sunagakure ninjas are of very high quality, no less than those of Konoha, but they really can't fight a war of attrition against the well-established Konoha."

Yekura truthfully answered his own thoughts.

Chiyo frowned slightly upon hearing this; Yekura's political acumen was truly lacking.

"According to the original plan, we still need a year to prepare, but now the situation is that Sunagakure has no choice but to launch a war against Konoha. As you should know, the Daimyo is very dissatisfied with our last defeat and has been cutting the funds allocated to the village for the past few years, forcing the village to reduce the size of its ninja force."

When the previous three generations were alive, they could increase the village's funds by panning for gold.

Since three generations have been missing, the village's economy has been in serious trouble!

Regardless of whether Konoha or not, the blame should fall on Konoha.

Chiyo explained.

The Third Kazekage and her grandson Sasori disappeared together, and with no news of them for so long, it can be assumed that they are dead.

Although Chiyo couldn't accept it, it was the truth.

Besides Konoha, Iwagakure and Kumogakure are also capable of doing this.

However, Sunagakure must hold Konoha accountable.

"What Lady Chiyo means is that we will launch an attack on Konoha sooner or later. The reason for bringing it forward now is to turn the internal conflict into an external conflict and prevent the internal conflict from escalating."

Luo Sha spoke up from the side.

“That’s the idea.” Chiyo nodded and continued, “If the village shrinks its ninja force, many ninjas will inevitably have to change careers, which will be fatal for Sunagakure.”

In just a few years, our Sunagakure will become the worst ninja village among the five great nations.

Since the daimyo is unwilling to increase funding, we have no choice but to launch the war ahead of schedule.

Regardless of whether the Daimyo is willing or not, he cannot stand idly by and watch Sunagakure be defeated, and he will definitely give his full support to our war against Konoha.

If we significantly weaken Konoha's strength in this battle, or even unite with other villages to defeat Konoha, the Daimyo will not only not hold us accountable, but will also allocate additional funds to the village.

Soon, Kirigakure will launch an attack on the Land of Fire from the east, thus attacking from both sides and simultaneously drawing away two forces from Konoha.

Onoki and the Third Raikage will not remain indifferent.

"I see." Ye Cang suddenly realized. She had thought that Lady Chiyo had lost her mind because of the disappearance of the Third Kazekage and her grandson Sasori, and was eager to take revenge on Konoha. She did not expect that there was also a political reason behind it. She had never thought of this aspect.

Chiyo: "Rasa, all the Sand Village ninjas in Kikyo Castle are under your command, Pakura! You must assist Rasa well."

“Yes,” Luo Sha and Ye Cang replied respectfully.

"I will lead the puppeteer unit to stay at the camp and provide support at any time. In addition, I will send a small elite force into the Land of Fire to launch a surprise attack on the Konoha ninja and create unrest in their rear. Now that White Fang is dead, we have no more worries about our rear."

"Yes!"

......

Konoha Village.

The main force has begun to assemble at the village entrance.

Orochimaru will serve as the commander-in-chief of this western front.

Of course, this was something everyone expected.

The last time they fought against Sunagakure, all three Sannin gathered together, and Orochimaru was in charge of command.

This time, facing their old rivals again, led by Orochimaru, the Jonin felt relatively at ease.

After all, in every large-scale frontal battle, Orochimaru, as the commander, always charged to the front. For this reason alone, both clan ninjas and common ninjas were convinced of his authority.

Soldiers must trust their commanders to unleash the full potential of the troops.

For ninjas with extraordinary abilities, tactics are important in battle, but ultimately they cannot compare to the confidence that a strong person can inspire by leading from the front and using their powerful presence to give others confidence.

Bai Yu, an "ordinary" medical chunin, remained at home and did not join the army's departure.

Because he wanted to help Kushina eliminate future troubles.

At this moment, at Bai Yu's home.

He and Kushina were in a room covered by a barrier.

Since Kushina confronted the Third Hokage, he has stopped using the 'Telescope Technique' to monitor her.

It's not that we can't, but that we dare not.

"Kushina, are you ready?"

"Ah."

Bai Yu sent his chakra into Kushina's abdomen, and together they entered the sealed space.

After careful consideration, I think that Kushina's combat power is the easiest to improve at this stage. All I need to do is help her increase her utilization rate of the Nine-Tails' chakra.

And this matter also requires Mito Uzumaki's help.

The two appeared in the sealed space and came before the Nine-Tails.

Because of Kushina's mistake last time, Kurama's lower body was firmly locked by golden chains, leaving only its forelimbs exposed, which looked quite comical.

Shiraha: "Kushina, let's begin."

Kushina nodded, looked directly above the sealed space, and called out:

"Grandma Mito, I'd like you to help me break the seal, is that alright?"

As soon as she finished speaking, a ball of light green chakra appeared in the space in front of her.

However, this time Mito Uzumaki did not manifest in human form, but instead surrounded Kushina in the form of chakra orbs.

"Grandma Mito?" Kushina looked at Mito's chakra with a puzzled expression.

Soon, Mito Uzumaki's figure appeared within the chakra ball.

After much deliberation, she chose to believe Kushina.

"Kushina." Mito Uzumaki stepped forward and hugged Kushina.

This time, she will manifest human form for the last time. Her chakra will lose consciousness and remain in the state it was in when she last disappeared.

However, Mito is already content to see her granddaughter grow up.

Before Bai Yu could speak, he felt a gentle yet powerful chakra send him out of the sealed space.

The next second, his consciousness returned to his body.

"..."

Bai Yu smiled helplessly. It seemed that the grandfather and grandson wanted to have a private conversation, so they kicked him out of the group chat.

It's okay if you don't listen.

If he insists later, Kushina will definitely tell him what Mito said.

Of course, there's no need for that.

As long as it benefits Kushina, that's enough. It's not like he needs to know everything.

At this moment, inside the sealed space.

Kushina looked at Mito in surprise: "Grandma Mito, Shiraha, he..."

Mito smiled slightly and said, "Kushina, I know that child is someone you can completely trust, and I believe in him too, but there are some things I only want to tell you to one person, and I hope you can understand."

"Yes." Kushina nodded.

“I saw everything that happened between you and Kurama. Even now, I still find it hard to believe that a tailed beast would be willing to coexist peacefully with humans. You did something that no one else could do, and I am very gratified.”

Mito smiled; at this moment, she no longer regarded Kushina as a child.

"Hmph!" The Nine-Tails behind her snorted softly upon hearing Mito's words.

"The fact that Madara is still alive is something even Hashirama probably didn't expect. Whatever his schemes may be, you will have to face them yourselves. In the final moments, the only thing I can do to help you is to unleash the power of the Nine-Tails."

Mito continued.

"Grandma Mito, have you agreed to lift the seal?" Kushina asked.

“We can’t waste this opportunity. I’m leaving all my remaining chakra to you.” Mito nodded.

After saying that, Mito quickly formed hand seals, completing them at a speed that left Kushina dazzled.

Splash splash splash~

The massive golden chains binding the Nine-Tailed Fox's body began to loosen gradually.

Soon, all the chains came loose and left the Nine-Tails' body.

However, these golden chains did not completely disappear; instead, they transformed into a giant cube-shaped cage, trapping the Nine-Tailed Fox inside.

"Mito?! What are you doing?" The smile on Kurama's face gradually froze as she pounded on the metal cage, but she couldn't break the seal.

"Kyuu, you can try to break the Vajra Seal I left behind with brute force. I don't know if you can succeed, but doing so will definitely hurt Kushina."

Mito said with a determined expression.

Upon hearing this, the Nine-Tailed Fox paused in its action of patting the cage.

"Kushina can only use a small portion of your power right now."

You've been inside my body for decades, and no one knows your power better than I do.

Letting you out completely would be far too risky.

Nine-Tails, I still can't believe you!

After all, during the last chakra refinement, your consciousness briefly controlled Kushina's body.

Your act of helping her use the Tailed Beast Ball makes me wary.

Last time, with me watching over you, you didn't dare to take over Kushina's body. But once my chakra is completely gone, there will be no one left to help Kushina.

"If you completely take over Kushina's consciousness, even if Hashirama is resurrected, his Wood Release will likely have very limited effectiveness against you."

Mito continued, her eyes filled with apprehension as she looked at Kurama.

"Grandma Mito, Kurama isn't that kind of person!"

Kushina stepped forward and spoke with a very firm tone.

Mito shook her head: "Kushina, forgive me for not being able to believe in the Nine-Tails like you do, after all, it has brought too many disasters to humanity."