Naruto: Extreme Bloodline Limit

This was the most appropriate way to smooth out the little knot in Ronglin's heart.

The Sarutobi Clan was no Hatake Clan. They had a large population, and mobilizing a thousand people was easy.

Since the Third Hokage had already said as much, Ronglin could only agree. He still had to give him some face and could not simply insist on his own way. As for the Uchiha, once they were under his own command in the future, there would be plenty of chances to build reputation and earn merit. There was no need to rush it now.

"Then it's settled. One thousand Uchiha, one thousand Sarutobi, five hundred Hatake, and five hundred Ino-Shika-Cho. Three thousand in total. Within two days, I hope to see a completed force. Third, I'll have to trouble you with this matter."

"Mm."

The Third Hokage nodded, indicating there was no problem. Since Ronglin could not personally take action, it was most appropriate for him to step forward. No matter which clan it was, they all had to give him some face. Not to mention, the people sitting here now were basically all gathered within the same small circle.

"But, Lord Hokage, are three thousand people enough?"

Nara Shikaku, acting as the strategist, asked.

He needed a definite answer from Ronglin before he could make the various arrangements. If Ronglin gave him an ambiguous answer, he would be deeply conflicted.

"Enough!"

Ronglin smiled faintly. It sounded a little like a fool's dream—three thousand ninja against Kumogakure—but Ronglin had that confidence.

So what if their strength was intact? So what if they could casually send out an army of ten thousand ninja? They were destined to be slaughtered like a chicken to warn the monkeys.

"Then this subordinate will begin making arrangements."

With Ronglin's assurance, Nara