Uchiha Yū's reminder made everyone present exchange glances. There was indeed a strong possibility that it could happen.
"I'll be careful around Hanzō. The ninja we send out will keep him under covert surveillance. If anything goes wrong, they can report it at any time."
Danzo, seated in the shadows, added his agreement. Since he had accepted such an important task while rejecting Uchiha Yū's suggestion, this was the time to demonstrate his capabilities. It also concerned the village's future arrangements, so Danzo would carry it out wholeheartedly. He repeatedly assured them, "This is all for the village. If an accident really occurs, I'll also send people to provide support and ensure that the troops blocking Kumogakure do not suffer too many casualties."
Listening to his righteous words, the Hokage still trusted his old friend to some extent. Their conflicts were irreconcilable, but Danzo had never made a mistake when it came to major matters. Thus, Hiruzen Sarutobi followed up, "Uchiha Yū, tell Hatake Sakumo this information. Have him make preparations as soon as possible and cross Amegakure's territory in the shortest possible time!"
As for Uchiha Yū, after hearing their discussion, his eyes hesitated briefly. Danzo's character was not something he could guarantee. Still, if their troops suffered losses in Amegakure, Danzo would be the one held responsible in the end.
"As for the Uchiha Clan you mentioned, we can select some people to support the front lines and ease the pressure."
Hiruzen Sarutobi still handled the conflict between the two sides in the most prudent manner. With Uchiha Yū standing before him, the Hokage could not directly reject the proposal, especially since everything he had said was true.
The troops Hatake Sakumo had brought to his front were only meant to deal with Sunagakure. At the same time,