"As for those who will participate in the final battle, they may head to Konoha Village to rest first. I believe the Ten-Tails will be born before long."
The weaker shinobi returned to their homes and villages.
The stronger shinobi gathered together and went to stay in Konoha for the time being. Once the Ten-Tails' birthplace was confirmed, they would head there together.
"That makes sense."
Ōnoki said, "The Hokage's arrangement is correct. Weak shinobi would only be throwing their lives away against such powerful enemies. They might as well return to their villages.
"Those capable of taking part in the coming battle should gather in Konoha and rest, so they can face the battle that may come at any time in their best condition."
"This old man has no objections." The Raikage was covered in injuries.
For now, it was more suitable for him to stay in Konoha, since Tsunade could treat him at any time.
"I have no objections either."
Mei Terumi and Rasa stated their positions together.
"Since no one has any objections, then aside from the teams staying behind to continue searching for hidden White Zetsu, I ask all of you to command the remaining teams and have them return to their respective villages."
"Mifune, the people from the many small countries and minor shinobi villages will need you to handle them."
"Yes."
Mifune stood and accepted the task.
"Leader, in the coming battle, will the samurai of the Land of Iron be permitted to participate?"
Mifune was unwilling to simply return to the Land of Iron. Though the Land of Iron was a neutral nation with no shinobi, only powerful samurai, samurai also longed for battle and strength.
That was why he wanted to take part in the coming battle.
Samurai were not particularly suited