Kagami Uchiha, truly my indispensable minister!
Many small Ninja Village feared Konoha's strength and dared not refuse to participate in the Five Kage Summit.
However, there are also those who are stubborn, with Kirigakure in the Land of Water being a prime example.
Kirigakure, Mizukage Building.
The Third Mizukage casually glanced at the text on the notice, then tossed it onto the table without a trace of emotion.
Elder Genji Kirigakure, standing beside him, quickly bowed and asked, "Lord Mizukage, Konoha has sent an invitation to participate in the conference. Should we... arrange for a team to travel to Konoha in the Land of Fire?"
Upon hearing this, the Third Mizukage chuckled lightly, waved his hand, and said calmly, "I'm not going."
"The One-Tail, Four-Tails, and Two-Tails were taken by Kagami Uchiha; that's the problem of the Sunagakure, Iwagakure, and Kumogakure Village. What does it have to do with us, Kirigakure?"
"This conference is essentially a scheme set up by Kagami Uchiha, using the three Tailed Beast as bargaining chips to force the Three Great Shinobi Villages to submit. My Kirigakure doesn't have Tailed Beast in Konoha's hands, so there's no need for us to come to Konoha's territory and get involved in this mess."
"When the time comes, Three Great Shinobi Villages try to coerce me, should I help Konoha or the Three Great Shinobi Villages? If I take sides, I'll offend no one; if I remain neutral, I'll offend both! So, it's best not to go!"
Genji wanted to persuade him further, "Lord Mizukage, if you refuse directly, won't you anger Konoha?"
"Think about it, everyone else is going, but we from Kirigakure aren't. Won't Konoha think we're Kirigakure them?"
Hearing this, the Third Mizukage looked up at the assembled high-ranking officials and said firmly, "Well then, send someone with a brief reply to inform Konoha: Kirigakure will not participate in this Five Kage Summit. Their discussions about the Tailed Beast Peace in the Shinobi World are their own internal power struggle; Kirigakure will not get involved."
"And there's no need to say too much; Kirigakure, as one of the Five Great Shinobi Villages, must never bow down to Konoha!"
Upon hearing this, Genji took a deep breath and continued, "Lord Mizukage! The Third Hokage of Konoha Kagami Uchiha, has already surpassed the level of an ordinary ninja."
"I heard he has reached the level of Madara Uchiha!"
"I think..."
"Enough!" The Third Mizukage's eyes turned cold. "As long as Kirigakure doesn't provoke conflict, Kagami Uchiha has no reason to attack us. Just focus on protecting our Land of Water; Kirigakure will not interfere in other people's disputes."
"Besides, the Blood Mist Policy of the Kirigakure is currently our core strategy!"
Seeing this, Genji had no choice but to bow and retreat.
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Meanwhile, in the Land of Fire Capital.
Inside the study of the Daimyo's mansion, candlelight flickered.
The Daimyo of the Land of Fire slowly opened the envelope and read the letter written by Kagami Uchiha word by word. His fingertips gently stroked the edge of the letter, and he remained silent for a long time.
Dear elder brother, this letter is as if we were face to face.
My foolish Kagami Uchiha, has been in charge of Konoha for several years.
After several major battles, the arrogant forces of Iwagakure, Sunagakure, and Kumogakure have finally been completely defeated, the various wars have been quelled, and the situation around the Land of Fire has been stabilized.
Previously, the Shinobi World Tournament was always hosted by neutral small countries, each with its own ulterior motives and selfish desires, and there was never any real order to speak of.
My younger brother has decided that, three months from now, the Second All Shinobi World Five Kage Summit will be held in Konohagakure.
I am writing to inform my elder brother that I respectfully request that you personally attend the Konoha meeting and witness the ceremony.
Furthermore, I humbly request that you, Daimyo the rightful daimyo of the Land of Fire, personally send a letter to the Daimyo of the other nations, inviting them to a meeting to discuss the future order and path to peace in the Shinobi World.
The purpose of this conference is to establish rules for the Shinobi World and set standards for all nations.
The old problems of the Tailed Beast wreaking havoc in the Shinobi World, the continuous private warfare among various countries, and the constant disturbance to the people will all be thoroughly investigated and re-determined at this meeting.
From this day forward, the rules of the Shinobi World will be set by the Land of Fire, and the conflicts between the nations will be resolved by Konoha.
This move not only solidified Konoha's position but also laid the foundation for his brother's eternal dominance, allowing the Land of Fire to truly suppress all other nations and reign supreme in the Shinobi World.
When the time is right, my elder brother will unify all the kingdoms and become the true emperor!
Handwritten by Kagami Uchiha, younger brother!
Konoha Year 37!
A moment later, Daimyo couldn't help but laugh out loud, his eyes filled with anticipation and excitement!
He placed the letter on the table, looked up at his close advisor beside him, and spoke with barely concealed excitement.
"Excellent! Well done Kagami Uchiha!"
"After years of fighting, suppressing the brilliance of Iwagakure, Sunagakure, and Kumogakure, we now intend to convene the Five Kage Summit in Konoha to redefine the rules of the Shinobi World."
At this point, the Daimyo stood up, walked slowly to the window and looked out over the courtyard, his tone deep and serious. "Kagami is right. This is not only a grand event for Konoha, but also an opportunity for the Land of Fire to Jonin world."
"For a long time, the Five Great Nations have kept each other in check, while the many other smaller nations have always outwardly complied but inwardly defied them. Although my Land of Fire is the largest nation in the Shinobi World, it has never been able to truly subdue the other four nations."
"If we can establish a new Shinobi World order through the power of Konoha at this conference, my ambition for dominance can be further advanced."
"Just as my brother, Kagami Uchiha, said: One day, it wouldn't be impossible to unify the Shinobi World!"
"At that time, I will be the only Daimyo in the Shinobi World, the true king, the true emperor!"
Thinking about these possible future events, the Land of Fire Daimyo's smile became even more uncontrollable.
After a moment, suppressing his excitement, the Daimyo turned to his close advisors and solemnly instructed, "Immediately prepare my personal letter and, as instructed in Kagami Uchiha's letter, send it to the other Daimyo of various countries, inviting them to Konoha to attend the conference. Tell Daimyo that this conference is crucial to the long-term peace of the Shinobi World, and I hope you will honor us with your presence and gather in Konoha."
"Furthermore, prepare your entourage in advance. Three months from now, I will personally travel to Konoha and attend the event. I want to see with my own eyes how Kagami Uchiha will establish this new rule of the Shinobi World before all the Daimyo and Kage."
The close advisor bowed and accepted the order, about to leave, when the Daimyo added, a faint smile playing on his lips, "Pass down the order that all expenses for the Five Kage Summit hosted by Konoha this year will be reimbursed by the Land of Fire. After all, Konoha's Third Hokage has brought immense prestige to the Land of Fire."
"Hmm! Also, take another five hundred million taels from my private treasury as a personal gift for Jing!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the Daimyo's close retainer withdrew, obeying the order.
Watching the person's departing figure, Daimyo couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement once again.
Unify the entire Shinobi World?
The real emperor?
That was a monumental achievement that even the ancestral emperors of a thousand years ago could not accomplish!
Kagami Uchiha is truly my most trusted advisor!
Such a talented person deserves to be carefully cultivated!
Upon realizing this, the Daimyo immediately shouted towards the door, "Guards, summon those two dancers sent from the Land of Wind to serve you in bed today!"
"This prince also wants to experience what exotic customs are like!"