Shikaku Nara and his two companions, who had discussed things for the entire night, came to Torifu Akimichi's residence to pay a visit, as they needed to secure his support next.
"The past cannot be changed, the future cannot be fathomed, but the present can be chosen."
After hearing the three men's intentions, Torifu Akimichi glanced over in the direction of the Hokage Building.
"We old fogeys represent the past and don't want to toss and turn anymore; Choji and the others represent the future and hold infinite possibilities; while you represent the present. Go and do what you believe is the right choice, and I will explain things to the Hokage's side later."
Not to mention these juniors, even he had felt immensely disappointed in those old cronies over the years.
It was also time to seek a new future for the clan; they truly could not sink down along with the rotting ship that was Konoha.
Seeing Torifu Akimichi close his eyes and resume rocking back and forth in his rocking chair to rest, Shikaku Nara and the other two quietly retreated.
With his permission, they could finally pick people with peace of mind.
There was no need to relocate all their clansmen over, as that was unrealistic.
This time was for the inheritance and continuation of the clan; as long as the clan wasn't completely wiped out, it would suffice. Picking half the people was just right, especially the women and children.
According to Kumogakure's policies in this regard, women and children could better integrate into Kumogakure. If adult ninjas like themselves went over, not only would it be difficult for them to be given important roles, but they might also be placed under surveillance.
Of course, they still needed to maintain secrecy and prevent anyone from