Naruto: Extreme Bloodline Limit / Naruto: Uchiha Ronglin

"Then I'm relieved."

Hearing Ronglin say that, the Third Hokage relaxed and said no more, leaving everything for Ronglin to handle.

This also indirectly proved that the Third Hokage's original choice had not been wrong. His judgment had been correct.

"Although we've gained so much, there'll be plenty of trouble ahead."

Ronglin tapped the table and looked at everyone with a solemn expression.

"Konoha will inevitably face considerable controversy and be thrust into the eye of the storm. Some people and countries may even join forces to sanction us, such as Iwagakure and Kumogakure. So we must be prepared to face everything."

There was no such thing as a free lunch. Gaining benefits came with risks. No one would simply watch you reap the rewards without saying a word, especially when those benefits affected their own development.

The excitement quickly faded, replaced by worried looks on everyone's faces. If Iwagakure and Kumogakure joined forces to sanction Konoha, things would become difficult. One misstep could even spark another great war.

"I think we should continue drawing in Sunagakure and Kirigakure. They're facing the same pressure, and they've also benefited and taken part in this matter, so joining us is inevitable. Besides, no matter what accusations we face, we must stick to the excuse that the Land of Artisans sold us defective supplies."

From the head seat, Ronglin watched everyone's expressions and took the initiative to speak. At a time like this, if he, the Hokage, did not speak, no one else would dare to open their mouths rashly, including the Third Hokage.

This matter was of great importance. One careless move could cause a full-scale war to erupt again.

"But could something go wrong with Sunagakure and Kirigakure?"

Once Ronglin had spoken, the others began voicing their thoughts as well. What