This Water Shadow is very strong, but overly cautious.

Some of the things that happened later were obviously not something that should be made public at this moment, and Shimu naturally had his bearings on this.

Chapter 556, What is Kirigakure doing?

Even though everyone was very surprised, no one expected that Iwagakure and Takinin had such an inside story.

But everyone was confused about what Iwagakure's invasion of Takinin had to do with Konoha.

As if he could see what everyone was thinking, Mizunoe Ryosuke continued to explain what the Takinin leader Shibuki had said.

"If you could understand the reason why Iwagakure sent troops to attack Taki-nin, you would not doubt why Iwagakure attacked Konoha."

"Actually, the reason is very simple. Iwagakure attacked Konoha not because he wanted to."

"But the Iwa-nin had to move."

As Ryosuke finished speaking, everyone became even more confused.

Is there anything worth investigating? He had to do it. This is like Zhang San killing the disabled person next door and then justifying himself by saying that he had to kill the disabled person next door, otherwise he would be killed in return. It's as ridiculous as that.

In the ninja world, the strong prey on the weak. Even if the Iwagakure is severely damaged, it is still not something that the Takigakure can contend with. Waging war against the Takigakure is still bullying the weak.

There is no such thing as "having to move".

Of all the people, only Shibuki had a glint of understanding in his eyes.

Because when Mizunoe Ryosuke was in Takinoshi Village, he had explained this to Shibuki.

If Iwagakure chooses to attack Konoha, the reason will probably be the same as when they invaded Takigakure.

"Everyone, have you ever thought about one thing?"

"Iwagakure has just suffered a crushing defeat. Why would they risk invading Taki no Kuni?"

"According to normal logic, Iwagakure should be resting and recuperating."

After Mizunoe Ryosuke said this, he fell into deep thought again.

Yes, logically speaking, the Iwagakure ninja had just suffered its first major defeat not long ago, so there was no reason for them to attack the Takigakure ninja.

Not to mention the impact that would be caused even if Iwagakure really occupied Taki no Kuni, the risks involved also need to be carefully considered.

So what's going on?

Everyone raised their heads and once again fixed their gaze on the Takinin leader Shibuki. Although others did not know the reasons, the Takinin leader must have known it in his heart.

Seeing this, Shibuki glanced at Mizunoe Ryosuke secretly. After seeing Mizunoe Ryosuke's eyes of approval, he dared to speak.

"Actually the reason is very simple."

"Because at this time, Iwagakure was extremely disharmonious, and the Fourth Tsuchikage lacked prestige and was unable to resolve the conflicts within the village."

"So right now, the top leaders of Iwagakure are eager to transfer the internal conflicts to the outside world."

"And the best way to do this is to start a war."

After getting the approval of Mizunoe Ryosuke, with Mizunoe Ryosuke as his backer, Shibuki's voice became more confident.

Upon hearing this, a hint of understanding flashed in the eyes of the Third Raikage, and he also understood the key points in his heart.

Soon, the others gradually figured out the key points and understood the various reasons.

How could someone who could become the leader of a faction in the Ninja World be so foolish? They didn't understand it before, but it was simply due to the information gap caused by the asymmetric intelligence.

Now, through the information from Shibuki, when they figured out the underlying problem, they immediately understood.

During the previous war between Iwagakure and Kumogakure, the third Tsuchikage Ōnoki "disappeared" in front of the battle formation, and the fourth Tsuchikage Kotobuki had to hastily succeed to the throne.

However, Huangtu's prestige is obviously difficult to suppress the conflicts within Iwagakure caused by the failure of the war. Therefore, Iwagakure is eager to have a war to divert the internal conflicts.

Because as Mizunoe Ryosuke said, in order to ease its internal conflicts, Iwagakure had to launch a war externally.

Therefore, whether it is Takinin or Konoha, it actually doesn’t matter to Iwagakure.

Although some of this was due to the influence of grudges, the greater reason was the pressure of the situation.

"Iwagakure's current role in the ninja world is just a fence-sitter who changes his stance according to the wind."

"Once Iwagakure sees us taking action, they will definitely follow suit and take advantage of Konoha's misfortune."

"Because whether it's from the perspective of practical survival interests or the hatred forged in previous wars, Iwagakure has no reason not to take action."

Mizunoe Ryosuke spoke leisurely, his expression still calm, which was considered as the final explanation for Shibuki's words.

Upon hearing this, everyone at the table looked at each other, especially the Third Kazekage, whose hesitation was clearly visible on his face.

"With Iwagakure holding Konoha back, the situation has become one where the four great nations of Amegakure, Sunagakure, Kumogakure, and Iwagakure are besieging Konoha."

"By then, I believe that with the strength of the four major ninja villages, they will dispatch dozens of powerful warriors who have reached the level of "Kage" and about 30,000 ninja troops..."

"What will Konoha use to stop it then?"

"Don't forget, even though you all suffered heavy losses in this war, is Konoha truly unscathed?"

"Thirty thousand ninja troops would probably be difficult to mobilize even during Konoha's reign of victory."

As he spoke, a hint of solemnity flashed across Mizunoe Ryosuke's body, and a commanding aura emanated from him, causing everyone's heart to sink slightly.

The huge network that Mizunoe Ryosuke has been building since the Second Shinobi World War has finally been exposed to everyone.

This huge net woven by Mizunoe Ryosuke has silently strangled the prey's body before the prey in the net can react.

"Thirty thousand ninja troops, plus ten Kage-level warriors, can indeed compete with Konoha."

At this moment, Hanzo, the silent Salamander, spoke. Although his voice was still hoarse, there was a hint of imperceptible excitement in it.

Despite gathering such a huge fighting force, it is not difficult to hear the hidden meaning in Hanzo's words.

Despite the situation, he only thought that he could compete with Konoha, not that he would definitely defeat Konoha.

After all, that's Konoha!

Konoha has dominated the ninja world since the formation of the one country, one village pattern!

Before the outcome of the war actually came out, no one knew how many cards this 3rd or 4th lord of the Ninja World had in his hand.

"but"

"Mr. Mizukage, there seems to be something wrong with what you said."

"The number of coalition forces should be more than just 30,000."

"Have you forgotten one target? When the Rain Shinobi, Sand Shinobi, Kumogakure, and Iwagakure were all fighting against Konoha."

"I want to ask, what is Kirigakure doing? What are you doing?!"

Hanzo's expression suddenly changed, a cold light flashed in his eyes, and he stared at Mizunoe Ryosuke's face closely.

After being pressed by Hanzo of the Salamander, everyone finally came to their senses, because Mizunoe Ryosuke had not included Kirigakure in his words just now!

For a moment, everyone was stunned. Right! Then what was Kirigakure doing at this time?

Chapter 557, Do you know what you are doing?

It would have been better if Hanzo didn't say anything. Once he did, everyone felt more and more uncomfortable.

how?

So after all this talk, you just wanted everyone to risk their lives, and you never mentioned anything about your own affairs?

Everyone looked at Mizunoe Ryosuke's gentle and elegant face, with a look of surprise in their eyes.

Their eyes seemed to be saying, "You are so good, Mizunoe Ryosuke. I didn't expect that you, with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, would be so dishonest in your actions."

Even the Third Raikage had a hint of doubt in his eyes. He felt that Mizunoe Ryosuke would not play word games in such an important matter regardless of the occasion.

Because the matter is of great importance, such a trivial word game cannot be hidden from everyone.

Could it be that I was negligent and forgot to say it?

Regardless of the doubts in everyone's minds, Mizunoe Ryosuke still chose to face Hanzo's doubts with a smile.

Looking at Mizunoe Ryosuke's calm expression, everyone felt that Mizunoe Ryosuke must have forgotten to mention Kirigakure.

Unexpectedly, Mizunoe Ryosuke's next words left everyone stunned.

"Of course I have something to say about this matter."

"It is true that Kirigakure will not participate in the attack on Konoha. Kirigakure has other missions during the 24th period."

Although Mizunoe Ryosuke's voice remained calm, it was filled with the intention of shocking the audience.

In an instant, the secret room with more than a dozen people became a little noisy.

Whether it was the neutral samurai Mifune, the Raikage who sided with Mizunoe Ryosuke, the wavering Kazekage, or the always tough attitude of the Salamander Hanzo, everyone looked at Mizunoe Ryosuke with shocked eyes.

What followed was a series of incessant questioning.

"What did you say?"

A solemn and cold light flashed in Hanzo's eyes, and he asked Mizunoe Ryo in an angry tone.

Not only that, he even stood up in shock and anger, emitting a repressive aura from his whole body, as if he would explode on the spot if Ryosuke Mizunoe's answer did not satisfy him.

Not only Hanzo of the Salamander, but also the Third Kazekage on the side could not sit still.

Thanks to the iron sand trade led by Mizunoe Ryosuke, the Third Kazekage had always been respectful to Ryosuke.

But at this moment, no matter how much he respected Mizunoe Ryosuke, if Mizunoe Ryosuke could not give an explanation for what he had just said, he probably would not be able to accept the current situation.

"Mizukage, please think carefully about what you just said."

Therefore, the Third Kazekage also looked at Mizunoe Ryosuke seriously and spoke to him in a serious tone.

Not only Hanzo and the Third Kazekage, but even Mifune was getting restless.

"Lord Mizukage, please stop joking!"

Mifune said with some excitement.

What was rare was that at this moment even Sanchuan's pair of dead fish eyes were filled with excitement.

It is natural that Mifune is very excited. In order to facilitate this Ninja World Talks, Mifune did not hesitate to lead the Iron Country into battle.

If this is accomplished, the Iron Country will once again have a stable neutral status in the coming decades and maintain its transcendent position in the ninja world.

If things fail, Mifune dare not imagine what kind of situation the Iron Country will face.

Seeing that Mizunoe Ryosuke suddenly lost his mind and said such unwise words, how could Mifune not be anxious.

The Third Raikage looked at Mizunoe Ryosuke with a complicated look, with a hint of inquiry in his eyes.

It was you who proposed the siege of Konoha, but now your words only indicate that you are arranging for these people to fight against Konoha, while you yourself intend to reap the benefits.

No one is stupid. How could such a good thing happen in the world? No one would be willing to be used.

There was no need to hide the excitement of the people in the field. No one had expected that the situation, which was so good just now, would fall apart directly after a word from Mizunoe Ryosuke.

Not to mention the leaders of the major forces, even the young generation of the ninja world who serve as guards are finding it difficult to calm down at this moment.

Not to mention Bi who was still in shock, even Ye Cang behind the Third Kazekage looked at Mizunoe Ryosuke who was still sitting on the Diaoyutai with a worried expression.

And Luo Sha next to Ye Cang showed a similar expression to Hanzo of the Salamander. He thought that the Mizukage was just arrogant in his heart and was having unrealistic fantasies.

However, in the current situation, there was no room for Luo Sha to speak. Otherwise, Luo Sha would most likely choose to ask Mizunoe Ryo's medium.

Only Mei Terumi, who was standing behind Mizunoe Ryosuke, still had no fluctuation in her beautiful eyes, and there was still only unwavering trust in her eyes as she looked at Mizunoe Ryosuke.

This is an almost blind trust. It seems that from the very beginning, Mei Terumi has never thought about the possibility that Mizunoe Ryosuke will fail.

At the same time, Mei Terumi's gaze was keenly caught by Ye Cang who was observing Mizunoe Ryosuke on the other side.

For a moment, Ye Cang's heart was filled with complicated emotions.

What on earth was the reason that made this gentle girl in a blue dress trust the Mizukage so blindly?

Not to mention the chaos at the table, in the face of everyone's anger, Mizunoe Ryosuke gradually put away the gentle smile on his face and showed a slightly serious look.

"Everyone, what I just said was not nonsense, nor was it a joke."

"It's the result of my careful consideration."

Mizunoe Ryosuke spoke again, confirming his previous remarks.

He seemed not to notice the fiery look in Hanzo's eyes, nor the slowly cooling gaze of the Third Kazekage, and he didn't care about the disappointment in Mifune's eyes or the complexity in the eyes of the Third Raikage.

"Do you know what you're talking about?"

The pent-up anger in Hanzo's heart has reached its peak at this moment.