All Things Settled

Early that morning, Yu brought Wansheng back to Feather Emperor City. Sensing an unfamiliar Chakra, the higher-ups gathered before the great waterfall of Sky Feather Pavilion, their expressions varied... but generally hostile.

At Yu's side, Wansheng stuck out her little tongue. "Pfft... How scary. I feel like I'm about to be eaten~"

Yūhi Uzuki was the first to ask, "Yu, what exactly is going on?"

Yu scratched his forehead and stepped forward. "It's like this..."

After briefly explaining the situation while leaving out the unnecessary details, he concluded, "So, from this day onward, Da Lin... no, Wansheng, is a member of our Ninja Kingdom!"

"..."

Only Hashirama looked invigorated. "That's wonderful! With such a powerful fighter, we'll have more confidence in facing those people!"

Madara crossed his arms over his chest, lowering his gaze as he thought: Unlike Yushiki, that tiger stripped of its claws and fangs, she is a complete Ōtsutsuki. She is almost on par with Obito. Keeping her would certainly give us powerful combat strength, but she is also the greatest hidden danger. Obito may have his own considerations, but he cannot be allowed to make every decision this time. After all, Izuna lives here too...

Madara raised his eyes. "This matter requires further discussion. That is my opinion as an elder of the Ninja Kingdom's Council of Review. Obito, the Ninja Kingdom's Council of Review won't merely exist in name, will it?"

Madara's reaction was only to be expected.

Yu nodded. "Of course not. The Council of Review exists to check the monarch's arbitrary rule. Uncle Madara, Hashirama, and my godmother's opinions will all be taken into account!"

Hashirama grew anxious. "Madara, this is a good thing. It's rare for someone to be willing—"

Madara cut him off sharply. "Hashirama, shut up first!"

"Urgh..." Hashirama looked