At this time, although the battle between Konoha and the Sand Ninja remained deadlocked inside the Land of Rain,
the war between Konoha and Amegakure had come to a complete halt.
Both sides were now waiting for negotiations to conclude. Konoha believed that Amegakure's new leader was hesitating because he was concerned about Hanzo's possible return, so they immediately sent people to negotiate.
As Amegakure's new leader, Kinnara was even more eager to end the war with Konoha as soon as possible. He was willing to make concessions in the treaty if necessary.
After all, even the Feudal Lord of the Land of Fire was part of Captain Aizen's plan. With that guarantee, Kinnara had nothing to worry about.
And with the Rain Ninja temporarily withdrawing, Konoha's forces—scattered across various battlefields and stretched thin—could finally catch their breath.
Inside the Land of Rain, preparations for battle were in full swing at the outpost where Tsunade was stationed.
Tsunade seemed to have already forgotten about Nawaki's "death."
She had returned to her usual resolute self, busily directing the people at the outpost and making comprehensive plans for the coming battle against the Sand Ninja.
She seemed to have boundless energy. Standing before the battlefield map, she never showed the slightest sign of fatigue.
This allowed the Konoha Ninja who cared about her to relax a little.
"This spot, this one, and this one! Make sure they're properly defended!"
"When the battle begins, the Sand Ninja must not be allowed to break through here!"
"Kukuki! Tell the medical department to prepare enough antidotes based on what we know about the Sand Ninja's poisons!"
Inside the tent, Tsunade's pretty face was tense as she stared sharply at the map on the table and spoke in a cold voice.
"Yes, Captain Tsunade!"
Hearing her,