Lord Kazekage
Should more Hidden Sand Village ninja master Sage Mode?
This isn't even a question; there's no need to think about it. The answer is definitely yes!
Those present quickly reached a consensus, and no one raised any objections.
The discussion then shifted to how to benefit more ninjas from Sunagakure.
First, we can rule out the use of force.
Having witnessed Ren's abilities firsthand, Rasa knew that Ren would find dealing with him no different than dealing with Ōnoki, and perhaps even easier.
Although Chiyo and Ebizo have been reclusive for many years, they are well aware of everything that happens in the Shinobi World, big or small.
With the lessons of Iwagakure and the Land of Earth still fresh in their minds, the two old men had no intention of resorting to force whatsoever.
The three giants of Hidden Sand Village reached a high degree of consensus on this point of view.
There's not much to say about their diplomatic tactics either; the alliance between Hidden Sand Village and Konoha was signed with Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Now that Hiruzen Sarutobi has become a rogue missing-nin of Konoha, bringing it up is simply asking for trouble.
Everyone knows about the situation in Konoha, especially Sunagakure.
As for the Shinobi Alliance, needless to say, dragging them into this matter is no different from the Shinobi Alliance -destruction.
With military force abandoned and diplomacy offering no hope, the only remaining option is a deal.
The three giants immediately split up when the topic of a trade came up.
The spirit of Sunagakure has returned, and a two-on-one situation has unfolded.
Chiyo: Fourth Hokage, can't you see the situation? Konoha is now the only strong village in the Shinobi World, and Hidden Sand Village is no longer in trouble. Why do you have to kill Konoha just to pass by? Wouldn't it be better to do Konoha a favor? Look at Kirigakure and Hidden Cloud Village, learn from them!
Ebizo: Alright, sister, don't blame Rasa. After all, he's a young man, it's normal for him to be immature. Now that things have come to this, let's think about how to make amends. At Konoha's current prices, Hidden Sand Village wouldn't be able to get many spots even if they sold everything they owned.
Rasa (gloomy. jpg): Everything I did was for Hidden Sand Village!
The two leaders joined forces: Since it's all for Hidden Sand Village, then you should deal with the mess you created yourself. This old man won't cause any more trouble for the Lord Kazekage.
Rasa:...
This isn't a place where one person can make all the decisions. When problems arise, we don't rush to solve them; we first determine who is at fault before considering specific measures.
Environment shapes personality, and this is true of Sunagakure. It is also the reason why Rasa always has a sour face and is taciturn.
With seven parts discussion and three parts criticism, the small meeting of Hidden Sand Village Rasa a final resolution in a harmonious atmosphere.
With the plan finalized, the one to execute it was naturally Hidden Sand Village, the most powerful person in Sunagakure and the Rasa Lord Kazekage by all the villagers.
The attendees returned to their camps to rest, leaving only a figure in a white robe standing against the wind.
Amidst the swirling sandstorm, watching the crowd depart, Rasa was overcome with emotion.
Yes, the excitement is fake; the sadness has already flowed like a river.
If it weren't for his deep love for Sunagakure, Rasa would never have become the Kazekage.
In my youthful ignorance, I mistook the Kazekage for a treasure.
More than a decade of hardship made Rasa understand what it means for life to be meaningless.
If Rasa were given another chance to choose, and the throne of Kazekage were once again placed before him, Rasa would not hesitate to spit and leave with a resounding "I will not hesitate to do so."
Bah! Kazekage, you wouldn't even be a dog!
The past cannot be undone, and people always have to pay the price for their choices.
After standing alone for a long time, Lord Kazekage, filled with mixed feelings, finally calmed down.
Life has to go on, so be it!
Rasa once again entered a state of expressionless stoicism. After putting on the veil, he adjusted his gaze to its most comfortable and fierce state, ignored the sandstorm, and walked towards his Earth Flow.
The Lord Kazekage, gradually obscured by the yellow sand, looked so majestic, yet also resembled a dog.
"Hidden Sand Village wants more slots?"
Ren's tone was full of surprise, and if it weren't for the bright smile on his face, Rasa would have really believed he was surprised.
The clear, bright tea water, like an exquisite hairpin, was inserted into the teacup in front of Rasa.
Ren put down the teapot and said nonchalantly.
"No problem, as long as you can afford the price, we have as many spots as you want!"
"Hokage, could you lower the price a bit?"
Rasa held the teacup in both hands, the steam rising from the tea wafting over his face, and asked in a gentle tone.