If Kirigakure was going to co-host the Chunin Exams with Konoha and Sunagakure, then even as the Fifth Mizukage, Soji could not make the decision based solely on his own will.
After all, this concerned the entirety of Kirigakure!
"Since that is the case, Kakashi, rest in the village for a few days first. I will gather Kirigakure's higher-ups to discuss this matter and give you an answer as soon as possible!"
For the time being, this was the only answer Soji could give Kakashi.
"I understand, Mizukage-sama. Then, on behalf of Konoha, I will await your good news."
Kakashi had clearly been prepared for this.
After all, this was a major matter affecting an entire ninja village, vastly different from the first thing he had proposed.
"Oh, right. If Mizukage-sama agrees to the second matter, Konoha would be delighted if you could make the trip personally when the time comes!"
Just before leaving the Mizukage's Office, Kakashi seemed to recall something and spoke once more.
The moment those words fell, both Soji and Pakura were startled!
"Mm. If Kirigakure's higher-ups all agree to your second proposal, I will consider it."
Without giving anything away, Soji responded to Konoha's invitation through Kakashi.
Then, led by a Mist Village Anbu, Kakashi temporarily settled down in Kirigakure.
After Kakashi left, Pakura frowned as she looked toward the silent Soji.
"Do you know what Kakashi—no, what Konoha means by this? They actually dared to invite you to Konoha?"
Pakura did not quite understand the meaning behind Kakashi's final words.
Although Kakashi had said he was only visiting Kirigakure on Konoha's behalf for two matters, in Pakura's eyes, this already counted as three.
And they escalated step by step!
First, they invited Kirigakure to participate in the Chunin Exams. Then, they hoped Kirigakure would