The Rebels Gather

An agreement was reached at this juncture.

Especially regarding the final details, once Naruto and Sandayu had concluded their discussions, Sandayu acted in Kazahana Koyuki's name to immediately summon his most trusted subordinates—the original members of the Restoration Society. After the "Tianqi" incident, Sandayu now harbored deep suspicion toward those who had defected to their side only after the "restoration" of the Land of Snow. While he wouldn't go so far as to dismiss them all entirely—Sandayu was, after all, a rational and composed official—he maintained a clear distinction between them and his inner circle. For the time being, he would only grant them limited trust; certain matters could still be delegated to them, but nothing more.

However, when it came to core issues.

Especially regarding the deployment of military forces.

He had to ensure these people remained completely in the dark.

Heaven knows which of these people.

Were truly standing on their side.

Or, even if they had no intention of betraying them.

What if they inadvertently leaked information?

Such an outcome.

Was not something Sandayu was willing to see or accept!

With the overall advantage in hand.

Sandayu now had to consider how to purge the rebels in the shortest time possible. The small fry could be left for later, but those big fish—not a single one could be allowed to escape! If they were permitted to flee and go into hiding, it would inevitably cause unforeseen consequences for the future development of the Land of Snow.

A ticking time bomb that could be detonated at any moment!

Even if the blast radius was small.

It would still be a source of constant headaches.

And should the right conditions align.

It might even unleash devastating destruction.

Therefore!

In this matter.

Sandayu had to exercise the utmost caution.

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