In the early hours of the morning, Konoha was still shrouded in deep blue serenity. The streets were silent save for the occasional bark of a dog. But that calm was soon broken as several figures raced across rooftops and down the streets. Clad in identical black bodysuits, with only their sharp eyes visible, they were members of Konoha's Anbu.
The lights in the Hokage Office suddenly came on, breaking the darkness around it. Anbu members hurried inside and headed straight for the Third Hokage's office. Their expressions were grave; they clearly had urgent news to report.
"Lord Hokage, we've received intelligence that Sunagakure may have begun secretly sending ninja squads into the Land of Rain and the Land of Rivers," an Anbu member said in a low, hurried voice.
The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, rose from behind his desk, his expression grave. "Is this information reliable?"
"Yes, Lord Hokage. Our informants have confirmed it," the Anbu member replied firmly.
Just then, a Konoha Ninja rushed into the office, looking anxious. "Lord Hokage, the Daimyo of the Land of Rivers has sent a ninja to ask for our help. They hope we'll assist them in facing the potential crisis."
The Third Hokage pondered for a moment, then made his decision. "Summon all Jonin immediately. We need to devise a response plan. Also, reply to the Land of Rivers that Konoha will give them our full support to help preserve peace in the Ninja World. And recall Jiraiya from his travels. Notify Tsunade at the Daimyo's residence as well. War may be just around the corner, and we'll need the Daimyo's full support!"
"Yes, Lord Third Hokage!"
For a moment, the air in the office seemed to freeze. Then it sprang to life. The ninja set to work, darting through the