Konoha was powerful and did not fear an attack from Kumogakure, but ordinary people still lived in Konoha and the Land of Fire.
They were innocent. If Kumogakure launched a full-scale attack, even Uchiha Yin could not guarantee that no civilians would be hurt.
So he had no choice but to agree. If they really tried anything, though, he could make sure they never returned!
At that thought, Uchiha Yin angrily tossed the paper back in front of Minato and said coldly, "Agree to their terms!"
Minato agreed without objection. After all, he had been thinking the same thing.
But his disgust toward the people of Kumogakure only deepened.
He nodded. "All right. I'll order tighter security on the day of the peace talks!"
Before he could say more, Uchiha Yin cut him off. "Yes, tighter security is necessary. I'll also attend the peace talks in person. You'll come with me!"
Uchiha Yin had decided to attend the talks for one reason alone: he was worried about Minato Namikaze's safety.
The people of Kumogakure were a ruthless lot. If they pulled something and hurt Minato Namikaze, where would he find another Acting Hokage so well suited to the job?
Minato was surprised and could not help asking, "Why do you need to attend in person, Lord Yin?"
Uchiha Yin answered as though it were obvious. "You carry something precious to Konoha. Of course I have to protect you! Nothing can happen to you!"
Minato Namikaze looked deeply moved.
Seeing his expression, Uchiha Yin felt a pang of guilt. If Minato learned that his real concern was losing such an excellent Acting Hokage, he would probably be angry.
Naturally, Uchiha Yin had no intention of bringing that trouble on himself. He nodded with a show of solemnity, told Minato Namikaze to