Planning for the Ninja on Kirigakure's Border

"Yashiro, Ryo, Genji, now only two border ninjas remain in Kirigakure that haven't been fully incorporated."

"Do you have any ideas regarding the ninja and border defense issues?"

One person's plan is short-sighted, two people's plans are long-sighted, and three cobblers are as good as one Zhuge Liang. Although Feng already had some ideas, he still hoped to get some advice from others to improve his own ideas.

Yuki Rō, now the Fifth Mizukage of Kirigakure and a former representative of the village's ninja clans, spoke first after a moment's hesitation:

"Lord Feng, in Konoha, Hiruzen Sarutobi has grown old, become weak and prone to compromise, and is no longer the Shinobi Hero he once was."

So there's no need to worry about the Land of Fire. We can simply bring our people back and incorporate them into our ranks, then send the incorporated personnel back. Konoha is even less inclined to provoke conflict than we are.

However, the situation at our border with the Land of Lightning is quite complicated.

Not to mention the ninjas stationed there, most of them are old men who experienced the Third Shinobi World War and the ' Bloody Mist Village '.

While this made them experienced in combat, it also made them somewhat rigid in their thinking and extremely attached to the village.

Conventional methods are unlikely to succeed in recruiting them.

Meanwhile, the ninjas of Kumogakure have never stopped harassing our borders, and have been eyeing us covetously for years.

If we're not careful, it could trigger a new war between the nations of Thunder and Water.

Therefore, Lord Feng should exercise utmost caution regarding the ninjas stationed on the water and lightning borders."

"I know what you're saying, which is why I asked you to come and discuss it with me, to see how to proceed."

Feng frowned upon hearing this. What Lang said was similar to what he had thought, but he hadn't offered any effective suggestions, which made him somewhat dissatisfied.

However, the thought that without him, the other party would have perished in Kirigakure along with that large group of ninja clans long ago, brought him peace of mind.

It's not that Yuki Rō didn't want to solve the problem, but rather that he simply lacked the ability to do so.

"Hmph, it's just Kumogakure, why are they eyeing it so covetously?!"

We've certainly had our own ideas about the Land of Lightning too.

Yashiro Uchiha, who was standing to the side, chimed in, a fierce glint in his eyes.

He utterly disdained Yuki Rō's hesitant and indecisive thinking.

He, a member of the Uchiha clan, was not afraid of those brutes from Kumogakure, especially since he was Hawk Faction, Uchiha.

"My lord, in my opinion, we should reassemble the Elite Brigade you previously assembled and strike first, taking out several important secret outposts of Kumogakure on the border as a warning to others!"

Let them know that the Kirigakure is no longer the timid and easily manipulated "Land of Blood Mist" it once was!

At the same time, we can also show the Kirigakure Ninja on the border our strength, and then have Genji pacify them. By using both kindness and force, some people will naturally be willing to surrender!

If they still refuse to surrender, then slaughter them, just like the first batch of Kirigakure Ninja returned to the village.

Then our Elite Brigade will take over the border defense.

As the saying goes, "He who possesses a sharp weapon will naturally harbor murderous intent."

Under Feng's leadership, the Uchiha now controls six countries and has annexed the Land of Water, one of the Five Great Nations, and the Kirigakure, one of the Five Great Shinobi Villages.

Genin and tens of thousands of soldiers; if their potential were unleashed and they were pushed to their limits, their numbers could double.

Its territory is unparalleled in the Ninja World, and its strength is also among the top in the Ninja World.

Under these circumstances, the Yashiro didn't take the Land of Lightning and the Kumogakure seriously at all.

"Yashiro...

"Sigh, never mind, your idea is very Uchiha, but it's not what I want."

Upon hearing this, Feng gently rubbed his forehead, somewhat regretting asking the other person about it.

Indeed, when it comes to matters of planning, one cannot rely on this group of Hawk Faction Uchiha.

So he turned to look at Genji, hoping that this elder of Kirigakure, who had existed since the village's founding and had served as an elder for decades, could offer some useful advice.

Seeing this, the Genji, who had been silent all along, finally spoke slowly:

"Yashiro's idea is too risky. The Kumogakure is now strong and well-equipped, far beyond what the Hidden Kirigakure, with its unstable foundation and dwindling talent, can handle head-on."

In particular, Lord Feng had said that he could not easily take action outside and expose his identity.

We should be even less inclined to clash with them.

As for the concerns of Lord Mizukage and Lord Feng, I also happen to have some humble opinions.

The process of incorporation can be carried out in two steps.

The first step is to win people's hearts and minds.

I and Lord Feng will personally go to the Shui and Lei borders; there's no need to bring too many men.

In my capacity as the new leader of Kirigakure, and with my own influence, I would like to have a proper talk with the ninja stationed on the border.

Lord Feng can use Flying Thunder God and Susanoo, which can ensure his own safety and also demonstrate sufficient intimidation to them.

All we need to do is demonstrate sufficient sincerity and the support we can provide—such as improving their treatment and ensuring the safety of their families.

Based on my understanding of them, they won't be too resistant.

After all, who would want to keep working hard when there's a stable life?

In particular, Kirigakure went through a series of events from the first "Bloody Mist Village" to the Third Shinobi World War, then the "Bloody Mist Village" was restarted, followed by a civil war and Lord Feng's annexation war.

After nearly thirty years of continuous fighting, it's fair to say that the entire Kirigakure is exhausted and weary, with few willing to continue the battle.

The second step is simple: switch defenders, divide into groups, and break up the formation.

The ninjas on the border are people I've watched grow up, and they still have some respect for me.

Therefore, as long as I go there in person and transfer them in batches under the guise of troop rotation, they should have no objections.

Then, once they are completely disbanded from their original formation and incorporated into Lord Feng's team, they will be unable to gather together, making it difficult for them to cause trouble.

Even if a few individuals occasionally cause trouble, as long as the ringleader is eliminated, the situation can be quickly quelled."

Genji's tone was old and weary, yet it also carried a sense of composure.

Feng unconsciously tapped the table lightly with his fingers. After listening to Genji's words, he couldn't help but nod, revealing an approving expression.

He had considered using a combination of carrot and stick, and striking in batches and in small groups, but his plan was to use force first, and then talk.

Little did they know that Kirigakure was already at its last gasp, exhausted from decades of constant fighting.

As long as Feng, the person in charge, can take the lead and make a promise in person, and with Genji, a living fossil of Kirigakure, as a guarantor, the ninjas on the border will be easily persuaded, and there will be no need for unnecessary fighting.

"As expected of Genji, he has a thorough understanding of the situation in Kirigakure and is quite prudent."

Unlike Uncle Yashiro, who is too forceful, Lang still needs more experience. It won't do to only see the problems but not be able to solve them.

So let's follow Genji's advice in general. He and I will personally make a trip to first win their hearts and minds, and then supplement it with a change of defenses.

However, we should also show some strength to the Kumogakure to deter them from making any rash moves.

Therefore, Uncle Yashiro will go and inform Tekka and Inabi Uchiha to come with me to the border, instead of going to the Rainbow and Moon Country first.

"Hmm... Just have them bring their respective Mobile Unit and assemble, then they'll enter the Castle that my Summoning Beast Tokatsu has transformed into."

Feng made the final summary and arrangements.

"Quan, go and gather the Royal Guard, and bring them along too."

After speaking to Genji and the others, he turned to look at Uchiha Izumi, who had just joined the Royal Guard.

The girl is strong and beautiful, but unfortunately she harbors resentment. She trains even harder than Feng and never gives anyone a friendly look, but she is very dutiful as a bodyguard.