Konoha's Love Master

"I promise…"

Chapter 381 Clouds of War

Wu Ye’s prediction was correct.

Sure enough, when the three bodies were thrown in front of the Kumogakure delegation and Konoha's reprimand document was handed over, the Kumogakure ninjas were furious.

They are the only ones who are out to blackmail others, why would they dare to come to our door? !

Their leading ninja was an old envoy to the Land of Fire and was well aware of the morality of Konoha's foreign policy, so he was not at all afraid.

It was obvious that they were the ones who were secretly causing trouble, but they chose to make a big fuss about the matter, as if the Hidden Cloud Mission had suffered some serious injustice.

Unfortunately, their leader had never dealt with Wuye before, and had no idea what kind of personality the Fourth Hokage had.

So, he paid a heavy price for his big talk... He came to Konoha standing and returned to Kumogakure lying down.

Some time passed.

Not only was this matter not suppressed, but the heat was getting higher and higher.

Because not only did Kumogakure not give an explanation to Konoha, but it also turned around and accused Konoha of wantonly killing the ninjas in the delegation.

For a while, the two sides were shouting at each other from a distance and the fight was so intense that even the people of the Fire Nation and the Lightning Nation were filled with tension.

At the same time, out of the humanitarian spirit of the ninja world, the Iwagakure Village spoke out to support the Kumogakure Village in seeking justice and demanded that Konoha admit its mistake to the Kumogakure and give compensation.

On the other side, the Sand Village was unwilling to fall behind and actually joined in and put pressure on Konoha.

As a result, several major countries, except for the Hidden Mist Village which was in a state of self-mutilation, all the others ended up in disaster.

"Wuye, this matter has really become a big deal..."

Nara Shikaku frowned, "Now most of the ninja world is following the Hidden Cloud Village to put pressure on us. It should be because the developments in recent years have frightened them, so now that they have a reason, they all unite together."

"So Kumogakure dares to make such a ridiculous request that Brother Hiashi pay with his life?"

Wuye leaned back in the swivel chair in the Hokage's office, with Kaguya held in his arms.

"Go tell them that I was the one who killed those three ninjas. If you want revenge, come to me. I'm waiting." He said coldly.

Nara Shikaku rubbed his temples, feeling that his blood pressure was a little high: "Wuye... you are the Hokage, the Hokage... the overall situation is more important..."

"What's the overall situation?"

Wuye tilted his head and looked at him: "Lu Jiu, are you trying to persuade me to hand over Brother Rizu?"

"How can it be?!"

Nara Shikaku shook his head: "I just suggest that you soften your attitude towards the outside world. After all, nothing really happened this time. Instead, the Hidden Cloud Village lost three jonin, so maybe we can consider taking a step back and not hold the Hidden Cloud Village accountable."

"Not pursuing the matter?" Wuye shook his head. "Do you believe that if Konoha backs down, Kumogakure will take advantage of the situation and make huge demands?"

Nara Shikaku sighed, "I just don't want to start a war right now."

Wuye gently grabbed Kaguya's hand and played with it, still saying indifferently: "How about I see, find a chance to kill the Fourth Raikage, then Kumogakure will definitely be in chaos for a while..."

"Don't!"

Nara Shikaku screamed and almost knelt down before him: "If you show this kind of fighting power now, it will force the entire ninja world to unite against you. Maybe Konoha is not afraid of that, but there is no doubt that too many ninjas will die!"

"Hey, don't be nervous, it's just a joke." Wu Ye shrugged.

Nara Shikaku breathed a sigh of relief: "I believe you won't do that, but your strength is now so strong that I can hardly understand it, so I am still worried..."

"Let's follow the process, organize an advisory group to discuss and see what everyone thinks." Wu Ye said.

Nara Shikaku nodded and stepped back.

As a result, after several days of discussion, no results were achieved.

Because the external situation changed almost every day, ten days later, the Hidden Cloud Village sent 10,000 ninjas into the Land of Rice and pressed to the border of the Land of Fire.

The momentum of Konoha was suppressed all of a sudden.

That would have been fine, but a few days later, the Iwagakure Village and the Sand Village sent out ninja troops, 5,000 from the Iwagakure Village and 3,000 from the Sand Village, and they also pressed on the border.

For a time, the cloud of war loomed over the ninja world.

Perhaps many people do not understand why a conflict between Kumogakure and Konoha would suddenly evolve into a prelude to a war in the ninja world, but anyone with a discerning eye can see that the three major ninja villages are taking advantage of this incident to unite and suppress Konoha.

The Fire Nation suddenly became tense, and the atmosphere in Konoha changed from peaceful to solemn.

People have only enjoyed peace for a few years, but now they are becoming fearful again.

"We need to see the Hokage."

The Hokage Advisory Council meeting was in progress when an old voice suddenly came from outside the door.

"Hokage-sama, it's the Sandaime, Elder Danzo and… two other elders."

A ninja came in to report.

He probably couldn't remember the names of Utane Koharu and Mitokado En for a moment, so he could only shake his head.

"What are they doing here?"

Wu Ye waved his hand and said: "Now is not their time, let them leave and go back to enjoy their retirement."

If the Konoha Elders Council had not mentioned dismissal, these people would have lost this honorary seat long ago.

The Third Hokage and Danzo outside the door almost vomited blood when they heard this.

"Hokage, we are the elders! And we are also Konoha's jonin, so we have the right to give advice to the Hokage!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen's voice came in.

Wu Ye pinched his brows, looked at Nara Shikaku and other advisory group members below, and said: "Look, these four old guys are not willing to accept their age and want to grab power from you."

Some people laughed at what he said, while others became alert.

No one wants others to interfere in their own business.

"Please let them in." Wu Ye said loudly.

Then, four old guys came in together.

But they found that there was no place for them here!

I don't know if the ninja in charge of the meeting room is too considerate, but there is no extra seat here except for the seats for the advisory group and the Hokage.

The four old men's expressions changed again.

"Tell me, what suggestions do you have for me?"

Faced with Sarutobi Hiruzen, whom he had driven away with his own hands, and Danzo, who had always been forced to do the dirty work, Wuye was too lazy to even show respect and love for the elderly.

Sarutobi Hiruzen held his breath and said in a deep voice: "The village is now facing the crisis of being besieged. We have a suggestion."

"What advice?"

Wu Ye knocked on the table nonchalantly.

"If we deprive the Hidden Cloud Village of its excuse to start a war, they will naturally not be able to force us any further." Danzo said with a grim look.

Utatane Koharu and Mitokado En nodded together: "Hokage, the village has been thriving in the past few years. We have all seen it and are very happy. So we don't want a real war to happen. Sarutobi knows you well and thinks you will definitely choose to be tough, so he came to persuade you."

They both seemed to have no intention of arguing about anything, so I explained a few more words.

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"How do you plan to make the Hidden Cloud Village lose its excuse?"

Wu Ye guessed what they were thinking and a sneer appeared on his face.

As expected, Sarutobi Hiruzen said: "The Hidden Cloud Village asked Hyuga Hiashi to pay with his life and also asked for his body to be sent. We all know that they are coveting the Byakugan, so we suggest using Hyuga Hizashi to replace Hyuga Hiashi. After all, they are twins, and Hyuga Hizashi has the caged bird on his body..."

"Shut up."

Wu Ye interrupted at this moment with a wave of his hand: "I understand your suggestions, you can go back now."

Sarutobi Hiruzen became angry: "This is a necessary sacrifice. One person's death in exchange for the lives of countless people. Why are you indifferent?"

"This sacrifice..."

Wu Ye stared at him and asked, "Why don't you go yourself?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen frowned: "What's the point of me going?"

Wu Ye said leisurely: "Since we all know that the Hidden Cloud Village wants benefits, then the research value of the remains of a Sandaime Hokage is no less than that of a Hyuga clan member, right? Although we can't get the Byakugan, we can still get a lot, right?"

"Hokage, you are being unreasonable." Utane Koharu couldn't help but say.

"How is that unreasonable?" Wu Ye propped up his head, "Always thinking of sacrificing others for benefits, sacrificing yourself is unreasonable, isn't your double standard too obvious?"

Utane Koharu was speechless.

"it is good."

At this moment, to Wuye's surprise, Sarutobi Hiruzen suddenly nodded and said, "You can use my body to end the war."

"What did you say?" Wu Ye was stunned.

Sarutobi Hiruzen's old face seemed to be shining: "I am willing to sacrifice myself in exchange for peace in Konoha!"

The others were also stunned, and then an indescribable feeling of emotion surged in their hearts.

Wu Ye's eyes narrowed suddenly: "Third generation, are you dissatisfied with your ending? Being impeached and having your reputation ruined, it must be painful, right?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen's face froze: "What are you talking about..."

“I say, you act so righteous, but it’s not for the village, but for yourself.” Wu Ye said.

The others were stunned again.

Immediately, Nara Shikaku's facial muscles twitched and he reacted.

"Nonsense! You can't insult me ​​like this!" Sarutobi Hiruzen said angrily.

Wu Ye played with his fingers calmly: "If you sacrifice yourself for the village, then no matter what mistakes you made before, people will choose to forgive you, because ordinary people don't have any objective values, only foolish opinions that favor the weak."

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked grim and couldn't say a word.

"But it's a really good idea isn't it?"

At this time, Danzo said quietly: "Even if Sarutobi did it for himself, he did stop the war."

"Not always."

Wu Ye shook his head: "It just delayed the shadow of war. The conflict is bound to continue to intensify. How can it disappear completely just because of a show of weakness? Instead, it will intensify."

"So what are you going to do?" asked Mizuto Menyan.

He also discovered that Wu Ye's thinking was different from theirs, and he had to admit that it made some sense.

"Since the only way to delay the war is to find a way to prolong it," Wu Ye said, supporting his chin, "this isn't a difficult thing to do..."

He stood up and said to the advisory group: "Cooperate with Lu Jiu and continue to argue with the major countries. Give me three days to solve the problem."

"You don't need me to sacrifice?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen's unsatisfied expression left everyone speechless.

"Wuye, if it doesn't affect what you are going to do, can you tell us in advance? This way we can be prepared." Nara Shikahisa stepped forward and said.

"It's okay, I just took Kushina out to show off her muscles," Wuye said nonchalantly, "Since they dare to send the ninja troops to the front line, I will let them see if they can withstand Konoha's nuclear weapons."

The others were stunned.

Sarutobi Hiruzen glared, "You want to take Kushina out of the village? How can a Jinchūriki leave the village?!"

Wuye looked at him, his tone was very painful: "What's the point of having a Jinchūriki if he can't leave the village?"

"Besides, I also have half of the Nine-Tailed Fox in my body, and it's still wandering around. Don't worry..."

He waved his hand and walked out of the meeting room.

Others could only stare at his back in a daze.

"This is too chaotic... This is too chaotic... What will happen to Konoha in the future..." Sarutobi Hiruzen looked compassionate.

Nara Shikaku turned his face away: "Okay, we will just continue to delay and wait for the Hokage to come back."

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