This plan is almost like trying to build a dojo inside a snail shell; the room for maneuver and action is limited, yet it's the only viable method currently available.
Defeat... this is already a losing battle, so failure is normal. If we win, it will be a comeback from the brink, capable of instantly reversing the entire battlefield's momentum.
Minato Namikaze looked at everyone, "I know, this plan is very risky."
Everyone couldn't help but complain in their hearts, "This is more than risky? It's downright crazy!" Minato Namikaze's plan is undoubtedly a huge gamble, and what's being wagered is the lives of everyone present.
Of course, the Yellow Flash himself was even more determined, "Our strength is limited. Whether it's intercepting the Rock Ninja or destroying Kannagi Bridge, it's an extremely difficult task. Our strength is at an absolute disadvantage.
"However, please rest assured. I will utilize the convenience of the Flying Thunder God Technique to cover both battlefields simultaneously and delay them as much as possible."
After hearing this, the group began to whisper among themselves. One person said, "If that's the case, then it might be worth a try."
"Anyway, we have no other choice," another person said, somewhat pessimistically, showing a willingness to die.
Minato Namikaze's sapphire eyes swept over everyone. He saw Uchiha Kin deep in thought, seemingly having an idea, so he asked, "Kin, what are your thoughts?"
Everyone's gaze also fell on Uchiha Kin. Uchiha Kin let out an "Oh," and then fell silent for a moment.
He said, "Regarding the intelligence from Konoha's western front, I believe we should find a way to let Kumogakure and Sunagakure obtain it."
"Everyone..." Uchiha Kin stepped forward a couple of paces, walking to the map on the table and pointing, "The current situation is that Konoha is simultaneously at war with the Land of Lightning, the Land of Earth, and the Land of Wind. The battlefield is divided into eastern, western, and southern fronts.
"Furthermore, the Land of Lightning and the Land of Earth are also at war. A portion of the Lightning Ninja army is in the Land of Earth itself. A part of Sunagakure's forces is also guarding against the Land of Earth. And here, here, here... these three coastal outlets—
"Forces have been deployed to each. They are guarding against sudden attacks from the Mist Ninja. It can be said that the four countries currently engaged in combat are all wary of the Mist Ninja.
"The situation we are currently facing is that a large number of our personnel have been transferred to the central war zone, and Sunagakure has advanced to Kikyo Castle. If they advance further, they will reach our Konoha village. Therefore, Sunagakure's move is an open scheme, and we are helpless against it.
"However, if you think about it carefully!" His finger heavily tapped the arrow indicating Sunagakure's advance, "This in itself is our opportunity!"
The others listened, completely bewildered. Only Minato Namikaze and Yakushi Nonō seemed to grasp a bit, their eyes slightly lighting up, but they weren't sure.
"If three people were to simultaneously try to snatch something from another person, what would the other two do when one of them was about to succeed?" Uchiha Kin simplified the problem, posing it as a question of cooperation and competition between individuals.
The ninjas immediately understood—deception among teammates and individuals, they were familiar with that! In that case, naturally, they would attack whoever was closest to succeeding.
"Sunagakure is the one who is about to succeed; they have already pushed the front line to Konoha's doorstep—
"At this time, the Rock Ninja's offensive on the western front is undoubtedly an indirect assistance to Sunagakure. But Sunagakure will think that they are trying to snatch the fruits of their labor.
"While they are attacking Kikyo Castle, the Rock Ninja are advancing unimpeded from the west. It's as if Sunagakure is bearing the brunt of the damage and making huge sacrifices, only for the Rock Ninja to reap the benefits.
"If we transmit this intelligence to Kumogakure, their offensive in the Land of Earth will intensify, forcing the Rock Ninja to retreat.
"Sunagakure doesn't need to be involved; as long as they see the Rock Ninja's current actions, they will make their choice.
"Additionally, to prevent them from misunderstanding our intentions, I suggest..." Uchiha Kin pursed his lips and smiled, looking at Danzo, "Elder Danzo, Root's assistance is needed here!"
If he hadn't mentioned it, everyone would have forgotten Danzo's existence. Once brought up, they only then belatedly looked up towards the corner of the tent.
Danzo stood in the shadows with a subordinate, just like his moniker "The Darkness of the Ninja World," hidden in the darkness.
Danzo's expression was blank, and his voice was equally devoid of emotion, "Speak."
Uchiha Kin said, "I need the enemy to precisely obtain the intelligence I've analyzed here, without a single word missing. Therefore, we need some spies to deliver the intelligence to the Raikage... forcing Kumogakure to act against the Rock Ninja.
"Once Kumogakure moves, the Rock Ninja will have no choice but to retreat. Our crisis on the western front will naturally be resolved, and the entire situation will be revitalized. Of course, that's a later matter.
"Focusing on the present, we need to make the Rock Ninja hesitant. On a larger strategic level, we need to ensure this intelligence is delivered to the Kage of Lightning, Earth, Sand, and Mist in a specific order.
"Kumogakure receiving the intelligence will force the Rock Ninja to withdraw and consolidate. We need to sign a ceasefire agreement with the Rock Ninja here.
"Utilizing their urgent need to retreat, we can stall them and demand conditions, striving for terms favorable to us. They will inevitably agree due to their domestic situation. Next, we will continue to use Sunagakure at Kikyo Castle to keep them occupied.
"This will keep them in a state of imminent success, forcing Kumogakure to not exert greater pressure on Konoha, allowing Sunagakure to snatch the prize.
"When the ninjas of Kumogakure and the Land of Rock are both weakened after fighting each other..."
Uchiha Kin pointed at the map, speaking eloquently.
His composed demeanor made him seem like a dancer on the tip of a sword, manipulating the entire war situation of the Five Great Nations with ease.
A strange feeling arose in the hearts of the ninjas: He should be the commander of Konoha. This insight, this ability to strategize, is simply like art. With just a few words, he dispelled the fog in everyone's minds.
Hearts were thus uplifted: "It seems that Konoha, though seemingly in danger, is actually quite stable. The three great nations are hesitant; they themselves dare not let any one of them break through Konoha."
This is essentially the "three monks" dilemma; no one caught in it can escape.
Uchiha Kin's words were also an open scheme.
An open scheme.
It requires an open scheme to resolve.
Danzo's single eye drooped, hiding a deep longing. "This guy, apart from being a bit afraid of death, is much stronger than Fu and the others." He could never match this strategic vision... This is the kind of talent his Root needs.
But Danzo also knew... such talent couldn't be coerced into joining Root. He could only employ his clumsy Talk no Jutsu and try to persuade the other party to join.
However, "he doesn't have a good relationship with those Uchiha with the 'red eye disease'." This was undoubtedly good news.
The enemy of my enemy is likely to become my friend. Even if not a friend, they can be a tacit collaborator in the same trench.
Danzo said, "I will handle this immediately." After speaking, he had his subordinate summon a Root member and then ordered them to write Uchiha Kin's analysis into a report on the spot and seal it in a scroll—Mission: "Intercepted by Kumogakure" during escort, Rank A.
Danzo said, "This mission must be completed."
"Yes."
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