Kumogakure was by no means a weak village that could be bullied at will. On the contrary, it had the Fourth Raikage, a powerhouse like Killer B who could fully transform into a tailed beast, and numerous jonin.
Moreover, war tested more than just ninja. Those who often commanded wars knew that timing, terrain, and unity were all indispensable.
Timing was ever-changing, and unity could vary!
Only terrain remained unchanged forever!
This was territory Kumogakure had operated in for a long time. It would not be easy for the enemy to take it.
Even if the worst happened and the other villages deliberately targeted Kumogakure, after suffering heavy losses, they would still give up.
The Third Shinobi World War had only just ended, and the wounds of war had only recently healed. A large-scale conflict was impossible.
When the next war came, with Akatsuki's terrifying war machine sweeping through everything, how many people would die in it?
After the meeting ended, each side returned to their village with the news.
On the way back, Minato Namikaze raised many questions, unable to understand why they had expressed their opinion so quickly.
"Actually, we've been operating under a misconception."
Uchiha Yū leaped across the treetops. Yet when his words reached the ears of the other two, they both felt suddenly enlightened.
"We're worried that Kumogakure can't be destroyed, which would put Konoha in a passive position. But don't forget Akatsuki's strength, as well as Sunagakure, which has already stated its position."
"If those two joined forces, Kumogakure would already be worn down. How could it possibly survive being targeted by all four of our villages?"
"Why wouldn't we do something like beating a dog when it's down while letting everyone share the risks?"
Uchiha Yū's rhetorical question left Minato Namikaze stunned on