Kazemori Masaki had yet to decide exactly when to break with the Daimyo for good. It was something he needed to plan carefully. Too early, and he might fail to achieve the outcome he wanted; too late, and unforeseen developments might create more trouble.
Deep down, Kazemori Masaki did not quite agree with Shimura Danzō's desire to eliminate Tobi as quickly as possible. It was only a hunch, but he felt Tobi would not be so easy to deal with. That was not the main reason, however. The real issue was that striking so early would certainly leave them unable to strip the Daimyo of his power. This mistake alone was not enough to cost the Daimyo his authority.
The timing would therefore have to be pushed back. Exactly when to act would depend on how things developed. The one thing Kazemori Masaki had to ensure was that his side held the initiative. If the other side made the first move, those remaining in the Capital would be in grave danger.
Of course, all this depended on Shimura Danzō's conjecture being correct and on their actually obtaining evidence. Kazemori Masaki took the matter very seriously. Although the Flying Combat Unit would carry out the mission, and he had instructed them to gather evidence at the scene, he would also send the Anbu to assist.
After hearing the basics of the mission from Kazemori Masaki, Minato Namikaze nodded slightly. "All right. I'll discuss it with everyone when I get back. When will the official orders come through?"
"Soon. They should arrive tomorrow or the day after. Make sure you're ready by then," Kazemori Masaki said.
"Yes. We won't let you down, Teacher Kazemori," Minato Namikaze said solemnly.
"Good. Show me what you can do." Kazemori Masaki smiled and patted Minato Namikaze's