Uchiha Yū made a meaningful remark that left Hatake Sakumo somewhat puzzled. Sakumo thought Yū found the plan difficult to carry out, but Sakumo knew inwardly that there was no better option. If they did not secure enough allies, then once Kumogakure and Sunagakure joined forces, the pressure on the front lines would increase significantly, along with casualties—something he did not want to see.
As for the remark's true meaning, Uchiha Yū did not state it outright. According to his original plan, they were supposed to rely on schemes to make the five great ninja villages fight each other to the death.
An alliance did not serve the interests of Uchiha Yū's original plan, so he intended to sabotage it and ensure that the alliance between the two sides fell through.
Once the chakra in Uchiha Yū's body had mostly recovered, he began carefully examining the injuries of those around him, using medical ninjutsu to perform basic hemostasis. Then he added,
"Lord Hatake, some of the wounded are not fit for prolonged travel. The situation has stabilized for the moment, but we do not know when Kumogakure will return. You should go back first and arrange the defenses. I'll give them some basic treatment."
What the battlefield lacked most was time, especially now that the situation had become even more dangerous. After hearing him, Hatake Sakumo silently nodded and prepared to return early. Before leaving, he entrusted the matter to Uchiha Yū.
"The wounded are in your hands. With your strength, protecting them should not be a problem."
The two sides temporarily parted ways, with Uchiha Yū remaining behind to ensure the wounded's safety.
Meanwhile, although the battle had ended, countless eyes turned toward the Land of Wind, making the already perilous situation even more turbulent beneath the surface.
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