I Have Nothing Planned. I Simply Invited the Kazekage to Watch a Show

Night in Kumogakure.

Because it is located on a mountainside, it is even colder.

Outside the reception area where Kumogakure was hosting Konoha, Hagoromo glanced back at the brightly lit reception area, recalling the scene that had just occurred.

It's unclear whether Kumogakure did it on purpose, but they deliberately arranged for the Sunagakure's residence to be next to theirs.

You can get here by simply walking along a short walkway.

As for Iwagakure, there was indeed no sign of them, but that's alright, tomorrow is the start of the Chunin Ninja Exams.

However, the Fourth Kazekage... is so weak.

This was Hagoromo's first thought upon seeing Gaara's father.

He remembered that Rasa should have the Kekkei Genkai 'Magnet Release: Gold Dust', right?

But that encounter just now, not only intuitively, but also according to the data on the panel, showed Rasa's actual strength.

However, the obvious word "weak" made Hagoromo wonder.

He likely overused his Kekkei Genkai to create wealth for Sunagakure by using Gold Dust, thus depleting his own life force and weakening him considerably.

It's important to know that after the Third Shinobi World War, the Land of Wind significantly reduced its funding and military expenditure for the Sunagakure.

This also led to Rasa was appointed to a critical position, constantly filling in the gaps to ensure that the overall combat strength of Sunagakure did not decline.

It's worth noting that Sunagakure has exported a considerable amount of Gold Dust in recent years.

Hagoromo shook her head, deciding not to think about it anymore.

Anyway, my old man probably won't underestimate this guy, so I'd better keep a close watch on him first.

What are you thinking about?

Kakashi had his hands in his pockets, looking quite relaxed.

"Nothing, is the knockout stage starting tomorrow?"

Hagoromo shook her head in response, and then asked a question.

"Ah, the leader of the Kumogakure Dodai came by not long ago and said that the written test was no longer necessary."

Kakashi nodded.

Hagoromo pondered to herself that without the written test, the elimination rounds would be even more chaotic.

I wonder what Kumogakure was thinking.

After all, their abilities vary greatly.

It's hard to say; some smaller ninja villages might not even have any Genin) able to return home after the tournament.

"Lord Hokage, your charm remains as undiminished as ever."

In the reception room of the guesthouse, Rasa looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi with an official smile on his face.

"Kazekage is still young and in his prime; I can't compare to him."

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled and gestured for Rasa to drink some tea.

Rasa nodded slightly, picked up his teacup, and his eyes unconsciously drifted toward Shisui behind Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"Lord Hokage, where is your last disciple?"

Based on the information obtained from Sunagakure, Rasa confirmed that the person standing behind Hiruzen Sarutobi was not Hagoromo, and couldn't help but ask.

"My disciple doesn't like this atmosphere and just went out."

Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand dismissively, completely ignoring Rasa's curiosity.

Rasa was taken aback, then took a sip of tea.

My thoughts drifted back to the figures I had seen when I first entered.

"I wonder what Kazekage's thoughts are on tomorrow's elimination rounds?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled as he interrupted Rasa's thoughts.

Upon hearing this, Rasa's eyes narrowed slightly.

To be honest, he didn't initially intend to come and join the fun.

However, this just so happens to coincide with another procurement transaction between Sunagakure and Konoha.

Even the two elders of the Sand Shinobi had to step in and signal to Rasa not to antagonize Konoha for the time being.

However, every ninja in the Sand Shinobi is a valuable resource.

Therefore, the Rasa this time were just some Ninja Academy students who weren't even Genin.

No, they were just ordinary students who had received basic training.

"Everything will be done according to the Lord Hokage's arrangements."

Rasa spoke in a humble manner.

Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand and said calmly:

"I don't have any plans. I just invited Kazekage to come and watch a show."

That's it?

Rasa was taken aback; he couldn't quite understand what Hiruzen Sarutobi was trying to do.

They'd already taken their pants off, and this is what they got in return?

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While Hiruzen Sarutobi and Rasa were discussing their ideas, in another guesthouse...

The Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki of Both Scales, who had just returned, walked into the guesthouse with a heavy heart.

"Kitsuchi, what do you think of what that barbaric Fourth Raikage just said?"

The short-statured Ōnoki turned to look at his son standing behind him and asked.

"It's certain that the Raikage is indeed targeting Konoha this time, but suddenly he announced a so-called confrontation between the four great Jonin's Jonin..."

At this point, Kitsuchi fell silent.

He really couldn't understand why.

Seeing his son in this state, Ōnoki couldn't help but sigh.

This son is quite capable and has leadership skills, but he lacks flexibility in his thinking.

"When the time comes, just go ahead and do it if you're needed."

Shaking his head, Ōnoki said with a hint of helplessness.

"Yes!"

Upon hearing this, Kitsuchi responded immediately.

With a wave of his hand, Ōnoki gestured for Kitsuchi to step back.

As the door closed, Ōnoki slowly walked to the French windows, gazing at the unique scenery of Kumogakure under the night sky.

Raikage Ōnoki to do: to regain face, or even to kill that Konoha genius.

As for whether this would lead to a ninja war, the Raikage didn't care, Ōnoki himself cared even less.

He learned Dust Release at the age of thirteen, and later, along with his master, the Second Tsuchikage, they were defeated by Madara Uchiha.

Since taking over the position of Tsuchikage, he has always been a staunch hardliner.

Normally, he probably wouldn't even bother to acknowledge Raikage's invitation.

Just six months ago, his prized disciple Deidara left Iwagakure and disappeared without a trace.

But Konoha suddenly produced a genius, a dazzling genius since Minato Namikaze.

Defeating the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki is a feat that deserves attention.

This caused Ōnoki, who had always regarded Konoha as a major enemy, to become worried once again.

That's why I agreed to come and take a look.

Let's see what this newly emerging genius of Konoha is really like.

If he's just a fame-seeker, then Ōnoki would naturally be happy to see Hiruzen Sarutobi a fool of himself.

However, Konoha... is uniquely blessed.

Every famous genius is a dazzling presence.

He couldn't believe that Hiruzen Sarutobi would be so old and senile as to take on such a disciple as his last disciple.

If... if he really is another genius like Minato Namikaze, then we must nip him in the bud!

Thinking of this, a palpable killing intent erupted in Ōnoki's eyes.

It's not that Ōnoki idolized Konoha too much.

But how many notable figures has Konoha produced in just a few decades?

Hashirama Senju Madara Uchiha, whom he and the Second regarded as a demon god, overpowered Madara Uchiha.

And then there were the characters who appeared in Konoha Second Shinobi World War and Third Shinobi World War.

This made Ōnoki even more hesitant to gamble, especially if the Raikage had such an idea.

Ōnoki wouldn't mind giving them a push from behind, at least Konoha doesn't produce another figure capable of changing the course of the battle!