Apart from Akatsuki, there was also a group of Konoha shinobi. Root's elite personnel led them, watching the appearing Akatsuki members warily, afraid a conflict would break out here.
As for why Danzo had not come, he would not place his own safety in Muzan's hands.
Dragon Cave had also sent out many giant snakes, led by the Three Divine Princesses, to enter Mount Myoboku alongside the shinobi.
The gathered forces each had their own purposes. They might fall apart while attacking Mount Myoboku. Thinking of this, Muzan swept his cold gaze over everyone present before issuing a final warning:
"I don't care what your goals are. Once you come to the Land of Waves, there is only one: attack Mount Myoboku and capture the Nine-Tails."
"As for how the Nine-Tails will be handled, that will depend on your strength after this is over. The Land of Waves will not touch the Nine-Tails."
Muzan gave the Akatsuki members before him a meaningful glance. Obito and Black Zetsu remained hidden in the shadows, their expressions unreadable.
The Root elites on the other side also looked determined to win.
Under Muzan's call, a team that could fall apart at any moment was assembled.
Because of the Great Toad Sage's prophecy, Mount Myoboku had already learned of the looming danger. Konoha's arrival had also been discreetly relayed to Jiraiya, telling him to prepare himself.
It was highly likely that they would have to fight Konoha's shinobi.
The moment he heard that Konoha had arrived, Jiraiya knew Danzo was behind it. He would personally protect Naruto's safety.
At some point, a layer of gloomy rain clouds had gathered around Mount Myoboku's outskirts, creating a stifling atmosphere.
"Two sages, we'll be relying on you from here on."
Fukasaku and Shima were Mount Myoboku's strongest fighters.