Mingye shook his head and reminded him. Mitokado Homura frowned deeply and asked in return, "Since you put it that way, they don't seem to be fools either, do they?"
Mingye chuckled. He had anticipated Mitokado Homura's response and explained, "I'm merely giving them a more tangible and practical benefit. If even that cannot satisfy them, then we will need to make multiple preparations!"
It was both a deal and a test. If the Land of Lightning promised to attack the Rock Ninja, Konoha's pressure would inevitably lessen, and the situation in the Land of Rain would also change. More importantly, Konoha would no longer have to face the possibility of being surrounded and attacked from all sides. Of course, if the Cloud Ninja refused such a deal, that would mean they truly might be considering attacking Konoha! Konoha could then prepare in advance.
"Mm! It's both a deal and a test! A good plan!"
Mitokado Homura nodded thoughtfully and muttered to himself. Taking the opportunity, Mingye added to the plan once more.
"To guard against them pretending to agree before suddenly attacking Konoha midway, I believe this battle must involve comprehensive monitoring of the borders, so that information can be sent out at the first possible moment. That would be the safest course!"
"I understand! This must be handled immediately! I'll be leaving first! Thank you, Wu!"
"It's what I should do!"
Mitokado Homura nodded, rose to his feet, thanked Mingye, and hurried away. Mingye smiled and shook his head again, then lowered his gaze and focused on the writing in the book in his hands.
"You're here."
"Greetings, my lady!"
At the Senju Clan residence, Mingye gave a slight bow to the elderly woman sitting on the bed. The old woman nodded with a smile and called