Land of Lightning Potential threat!
Do you want to send troops Land of Rain?
As the shadow of a village, Hiruzen Sarutobi understands that it is time to make his own decision.
"Land of Rain has not declared war on us, and Land of Iron has not asked for help. If we send troops now, it will be easier for the people to do it." At this time, Hiruzen Sarutobi, who was at the peak of his strength and body, was far more decisive than when he was old, and he quickly made up his mind.
"Land of Rain, let Anbu handle it. Danzo is responsible for all affairs, and Shinnosuke is assisting."
"Understood!" Sarutobi Shinnosuke replied directly.
"In that case, leave it to me!" Danzo, who was quite satisfied with Hiruzen Sarutobi's decision, replied coldly.
Then, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked in the direction of Tsunade and said, "Tsunade, the hospital must be prepared, especially the logistics reserves."
"Don't worry, I've already made arrangements!" Tsunade said confidently with his right hand on his hips.
Nodding, Hiruzen Sarutobi continued, "Orochimaru, Jiraiya, you must also be prepared. Once we have a head-on war with Land of Rain, you will serve as the main combat force and follow elder Danzo to the front line."
In this war, Hiruzen Sarutobi is going to take the opportunity to train the three disciples and prepare them for their future rise to the top.
"Understood!" Jiraiya and Orochimaru responded.
After arranging the Land of Rain affairs, Hiruzen Sarutobi began to make arrangements for the potential threats of Land of Lightning.
"Yan, thank you for your hard work in the direction of Land of Lightning. After the meeting, you will lead 500 ninjas to the border to guard against the attack of Kumogakure."
"I will be optimistic about them!" Facing Third Raikage, Mitokado Homura felt a lot of pressure, but he agreed calmly.
"No need to go to such trouble! Just leave Land of Lightning to me!" Just after the two of them finished speaking, Kizaru, who had remained silent, spoke up, "It's just Kumogakure, I can just watch it alone."
As soon as Kizaru's words came out, most people remained calm now. Only Future Sannin, who didn't know the specific record of Kizaru's attack on Kumogakure, all looked at him.
"No, it's too dangerous!" Concerned about Kizaru's safety, Tsunade refused directly.
"Kizaru, don't be impulsive!" Jiraiya said immediately.
Orochimaru did not speak, not because he did not care about junior brother Kizaru, but because he believed that Teacher Sarutobi would not agree to such a request.
But to his surprise, Hiruzen Sarutobi did not refuse directly, but fell into deep thought.
Not only Hiruzen Sarutobi, but also Kizaru's biological uncle did not speak, but showed an expression of emotion.
Through the expressions of several people at the scene, Orochimaru seemed to understand something. He looked at Kizaru in surprise, with curiosity in his eyes.
Indeed, as Orochimaru guessed, regarding Kizaru's proposal, Hiruzen Sarutobi was not worried about the strength of his little apprentice, but was evaluating whether the arrangement was worth it.
The initial arrangement for Kizaru and Hiruzen Sarutobi was for him to stay in the village with Sannin until the situation changes, and then use them as surprise troops to provide timely support.
Now Kizaru has volunteered to go to the border and defend one country by one person, which makes Hiruzen Sarutobi a little excited.
There are too many cards in hand, and Hiruzen Sarutobi is a little confused when fighting such a rich battle for the first time.
After pondering for a long time, considering that Konoha is not currently in a war, if 500 ninjas are suddenly recruited to go to the border, it will easily cause tension in the village and Feudal Lord, Hiruzen Sarutobi made a decision!
"Okay! Since you have this confidence, Land of Lightning will leave it to you alone." Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Kizaru solemnly and said with appreciation.
"Old Man, you are crazy!" Tsunade said a little excitedly as he took a few steps forward.
"Do you want Kizaru to die?" Tsunade, who was very concerned about Kizaru, asked in a fierce tone.
"In the last mission, Kizaru raided Kumogakure alone, killing hundreds of Kumogakure ninjas, destroying a large number of buildings, and ambushed them during their retreat. He asked Third Raikage for help and severely damaged him." Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Tsunade in front of him and told Kizaru's glorious record.
The excited expression was stunned, Tsunade was shocked by the words Hiruzen Sarutobi said.
With a hesitant look, Tsunade looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi, then looked at Kizaru behind him.
Facing the eyes of Tsunade who cared about him, Kizaru didn't say anything to show off, but just smiled and nodded.
Not only Tsunade, Jiraiya and Orochimaru, who heard the details of Kizaru's record for the first time, also looked at Kizaru.
What a monster!
The two of them didn't speak, but the sighs rising in their hearts were roughly the same.
"But last time it was a raid. If Third Raikage leads the main force to invade this time, and Kizaru faces it alone, there will still be danger!" After coming back to his senses, Tsunade raised a new question.
"Sister Tsunade, don't worry! I can fly. If I'm defeated head-on, I will retreat in time." Knowing Tsunade's worries, Kizaru explained aloud.
Yes! You can fly!
After being reminded by Kizaru, Tsunade, who was concerned and confused, also reacted.
Nodding, Tsunade recognized Kizaru's reasons, stopped refuting, and returned to his position.
Seeing that Tsunade was no longer questioning, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Danzo next to him, wanting to see his opinion.
"I agree!" Without any nonsense, Danzo, who originally wanted to make his nephew the successor of Hokage through the war, agreed simply.
Seeing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi made the final arrangement.
"Then Kizaru will be responsible for the direction of Land of Lightning. Yan, you will stay in the village and be responsible for the overall situation." As he spoke, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the other Advisor Utatane Koharu next to Mitokado Homura, "Koharu, the logistics of the village will be left to you."
Without saying anything, Utatane Koharu nodded in agreement.
"This afternoon, I will hold a village meeting to announce this arrangement." Hiruzen Sarutobi finally said.
After saying that, Hiruzen Sarutobi left his seat, stood up, looked around, and looked at everyone present with a serious and firm expression.
"This time, I'll leave it to you all!"
No one spoke, but everyone looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi with the same serious expressions, and their eyes revealed determination and confidence.
The meeting ended. Except for Danzo and Hiruzen Sarutobi, everyone else left Hokage Office and made final preparations.
Kizaru wanted to leave with Tsunade and the others, but was stopped by Danzo and asked to wait at the door.
After waiting for a few minutes, Danzo came out of the office without saying anything. Instead, he took Kizaru to Gen's base.
"In the afternoon meeting, Hiruzen and I have agreed that we will focus on publicizing your story of going to the border alone to resist Land of Lightning." In the secret room of the base, Danzo faced Kizaru and spoke out.
"It's really stressful!" Kizaru said with a smile.
"Once the war breaks out, you will become the hero of the village," Danzo continued. "At that time, no one will be qualified to compete with you for Fourth Hokage's position, not even Tsunade!"
Knowing that it is Danzo's current obsession to become Hokage, Kizaru smiled and nodded.
Looking at Kizaru who was nodding, Danzo was silent for a moment, then changed the topic and continued, "But remember, life is more important than becoming a hero! I ask you to retreat immediately once you discover danger! Any consequences of retreat will be borne by me alone!"
A surprised expression flashed past, and Kizaru looked at Danzo in slight surprise.
"You are my nephew. Everything Shimura Clan and I have will be inherited by you in the future. You must live a good life for me! Do you understand?" Danzo saw Kizaru's surprise, raised the corners of his mouth slightly, and said in a serious tone.
"Understood!" Kizaru promised seriously with a hint of warmth in his smile.
Raising his right hand, Danzo reluctantly patted Kizaru on the shoulder and continued, "Go back! Have a good rest and set off tomorrow!"
After saying that, Danzo turned around and walked towards the door of the secret room.
"Uncle, Land of Rain, be safe over there!" Kizaru said with concern, looking at Danzo's back.
"Hahaha!"
Hearing Kizaru's concern, Danzo laughed happily and walked out of the secret room with a smile on his face.