That was undisguised killing intent. He had sought Kakuzu's help precisely for this matter.
With Uchiha Yuu's strength, killing the newly appointed Fourth Kazekage would not be a problem. What concerned him was Chiyo at the man's side, because Uchiha Yuu no longer intended to operate in secret.
After a series of developments, the Enlightenment Organization had long since grown powerful enough. It was time to take a hardline stance and let those ninjas understand that Sunagakure could have only one voice from now on: Uchiha Yuu's voice!
"Send out a formal invitation. Set a banquet in a nearby town. As for the reason for the invitation, congratulate Sunagakure on having a Kazekage again."
Uchiha Yuu spoke every word slowly, yet together they carried an exceptionally heavy weight.
Even Kakuzu, who had wanted to slack off, understood that once this plan was carried out, the Enlightenment Organization's headquarters in the Land of Wind could relocate. They could move directly into Sunagakure's central district. The annoyance vanished from his face as he fixed his gaze ahead for a moment, then said solemnly:
"I'll send an invitation, and I'll gather another group of ninjas to stand guard in the town."
It took two hours just to write and deliver the letter. As this was an urgent mission, the ninja rushed without rest to Sunagakure, where an oppressive atmosphere hung over the entire village.
The Third Kazekage's disappearance had left the village leaderless. With war raging outside as well, a shadow had settled over Sunagakure. That was why Chiyo had selected a Kazekage so quickly: she feared that too much time would bring too many unforeseen changes.
The Fourth Kazekage had only just taken office, and he was feeling immensely pleased with himself. He knew that, given his own abilities, it would normally