Orochimaru's vertical pupils also gleamed with a sharp light.
He must give it his all in this great battle in order to obtain the Hokage Position after the war.
Minato Orochimaru shared the same idea as Minato Namikaze.
Hiruzen Sarutobi then returned to the Kumogakure camp.
" Third Hokage, what brings you here?"
Ziyun looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi, insincere smile.
" Fourth Lord Raikage, I won't say much more. Konoha is currently facing a critical situation, and we hope that Kumogakure can send some reinforcements to help Konoha out of this predicament."
Hiruzen Sarutobi a low, humble voice.
It has to be said that Hiruzen Sarutobi had a deep love for Konoha.
Even though Ziyun and Hiruzen Sarutobi had a blood feud, he still managed to lower his head and plead, which was quite remarkable.
" Hiruzen Sarutobi, you really are something else. So many Konoha Ninja died at my hands, and you still dare to come and beg for mercy. You've got guts!"
Kushina, watching the submissive Hiruzen Sarutobi, felt a surge of pleasure, while her words were equally scathing.
I never expected that Hiruzen Sarutobi would actually be able to put aside his hatred and do this.
It seems his Will of Fire wasn't all just a hoax.
Even Mikoto and Tsunade, who were standing next to Ziyun, were somewhat shocked.
Hiruzen Sarutobi actually requested support from Kumogakure, which placed Konoha in a position inferior to Kumogakure.
It is truly remarkable to be able to do this.
"Support is certainly possible, but the relationship between my Kumogakure and your Konoha has never been good. What price are you prepared to pay?"
Ziyun said with a smile, "Now that business is being offered to us, why wouldn't we take it?"
" Lord Raikage, please name your piece. As long as Konoha can provide it, we will gladly offer it to you."
Hiruzen Sarutobi gritted his teeth and said, because he knew that no matter what conditions he set, they wouldn't work.
Since the Fourth Raikage Fourth Raikage ultimately decide anyway, it's better to let him name the price directly. That way, it will show Konoha's sincerity, right?
" Ziyun, I suspect the Hiruzen Sarutobi in front of us is a fake. Let's kill him."
Kushina sneered. Was this still the shameless Hiruzen Sarutobi she knew?
Upon hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi trembled slightly, not expecting the Kumogakure to act so unpredictably.
" Mikoto, you seem to have something to say. Tell me, what are your demands for Konoha?"
At this moment, Ziyun noticed that Mikoto seemed to be acting strangely, as if she had some kind of request for Konoha.
In fact, Ziyun couldn't think of anything good that Konoha had that Kumogakure needed, so why not let Mikoto decide on this suggestion?
"Hmm, Ziyun, wouldn't you call this using public office for private gain?"
Mikoto was still somewhat hesitant. She didn't really want to do it, fearing that it would damage Ziyun's reputation and make people say that the Fourth Raikage was using public office for private gain.
"Of course not, don't worry, there won't be any discordant voices. Feel free to make any requests you may have."
Ziyun said with a smile, "I didn't expect Mikoto to be so considerate of me."
However, it's obvious that Mikoto is overthinking things. Her reputation in Kumogakure is roughly equivalent to that of the First Hokage Hashirama Senju, in Konoha.
Ziyun is now revered as the [ Strongest Raikage ] by the people of Kumogakure, treated like a god, and no one dares to question him.
Especially with the Land of Fire ceding half of its land, the Kumogakure's life is sure to get better and better. Both commoners and ninjas are filled with gratitude towards Ziyun.
"Alright, since that's the case, then I'll say it. Hiruzen Sarutobi, hand over the Uchiha Clan Head and the Uchiha Grand Elder, and we can send troops to support Konoha."
Mikoto said with a murderous intent.
Mikoto had long wanted to kill the Uchiha Clan Head.
The reason for including the Uchiha Grand Elder was Mikoto's own selfish motive. After all, he possessed the Mangekyō Sharingan, which posed a threat to Kumogakure and had to be eliminated.
"I see, Mikoto."
Ziyun laughed when she heard this request. It seems that women really do hold grudges; this hatred must have been going on for at least ten years.
But Jiraiya, it makes sense. I saw the Uchiha Clan Head's attitude towards Mikoto back then; he treated her like a pawn, using her and then throwing her away.
If someone treated me like that, I would remember it for the rest of my life.
"This..."
Upon hearing this Hiruzen Sarutobi trembled slightly; he had never even considered this request before coming here.
After all, the Uchiha Clan Head and the Uchiha Grand Elder had made significant contributions to Konoha in this great battle. Handing them over would likely cause dissatisfaction within the Uchiha Clan and exacerbate conflicts with Konoha High Command.
In the worst-case scenario, the entire Uchiha Clan could very well rebel!
" Lord Raikage, Lady Raikage, could we perhaps change our request? Konoha is willing to offer 10 billion ryo plus a large quantity of supplies in exchange for Kumogakure's support. Is that acceptable?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi said cautiously.
" Third Hokage, this is the Kumogakure Village camp. Do you think you have the right to bargain?"
Ziyun said coldly.
His own woman had spoken up, and it wasn't an unreasonable request.
Most importantly, where did Hiruzen Sarutobi get the right to bargain?
Ziyun exuded the aura of Super Kage Level expert, causing Hiruzen Sarutobi to tremble in fright.
I absolutely mustn't anger the Raikage this time, or Konoha will be destroyed.
"Alright, this matter is of great importance. I need to go back and discuss it with the Konoha High Command, and then give Lord Raikage an answer."
Hiruzen Sarutobi quickly retreated, not wanting to stay in the Kumogakure camp for even a second longer.
The Kumogakure Camp is teeming with lions and tigers; it's far too dangerous for a sheep like myself to be in such a situation.
" Ziyun, do you think Konoha will agree to our demands?"
Mikoto watched Hiruzen Sarutobi's departing figure and asked Ziyun.
"Does it matter whether they agree or not? If they don't, we'll just kill them and avenge you."
Ziyun hugged Mikoto and said that he had almost forgotten about Mikoto's hatred for Konoha. He really deserved to die.
Furthermore, Hiruzen Sarutobi's willingness to hand over the Uchiha Clan Head and the Uchiha Grand Elder could escalate the conflict Uchiha Clan and the Konoha High Command, and might even lead to their immediate defection.
Incidentally, I also eliminated two pairs—no, I should say three— of Mangekyō Sharingan.
These Sharingan can also be used to enhance the strength of Kumogakure), so why not?
"Mmm..." Mikoto leaned into Ziyun's arms, her face flushed.
Mikoto was overjoyed that Ziyun cared about her so much.
"That despicable Yeyue Ziyun, he wants Konoha dead!"
Back at the Konoha camp, after Hiruzen Sarutobi recounted his trip to Kumogakure for negotiations, Homura Mitokado slammed his fist on the table.
That Yeyue Ziyun was truly shameless to the extreme.
This tactic is even more ruthless than demanding money and supplies from Konoha.
If the Uchiha Clan Head and the Uchiha Grand Elder were truly handed over to Kumogakure, wouldn't the Uchiha Clan immediately rebel?
" Homura, keep your voice down, don't let the Uchiha Clan hear you..."
Utatane Koharu quickly reminded Homura Mitokado to keep her voice down. Just to be on the safe side, Hiruzen Sarutobi did not allow any members of the Uchiha Clan to participate in this meeting.
"I think Homura is right. Handing over the Uchiha Clan Head and elder will definitely discourage the Uchiha Clan, and even if Konoha wins, their situation won't be good."
Jiraiya also shared his thoughts.
"What are we waiting for? Hand over the Uchiha Clan Head and the Uchiha Grand Elder! That way we can repel the two great ninja villages and preserve Konoha's strength!"
Since it involves the Uchiha Clan, how could we forget Shimura Danzō troublemaker Danzo Shimura?
He secretly wished the Uchiha Clan would all die out as soon as possible.
Especially the Uchiha Clan Head and the Uchiha Grand Elder, these two Awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan, posing a threat to Konoha, and must be eliminated.
Moreover, the Konoha High Command doesn't have to shoulder this burden; it's simply being passed on to the Kumogakure. Is there really such a good thing in the world?
Shimura Danzō felt that life was becoming more and more hopeful.
"I agree with Danzo. If the lives of just these two people can save Konoha, then I think it's well worth it."
Orochimaru expressed the same opinion as Danzo.
In fact, the two had already been dating in private for some time.
"I also support handing over the Uchiha Clan Head and the Uchiha Grand Elder."
Surprisingly, the Hyuga clan leader present also expressed the same thoughts as Orochimaru and Danzo.
Besides the Hyuga clan leader, other clan leaders also expressed similar ideas, and there were even more people who supported handing over the Uchiha Clan.
After all, the Uchiha Clan are naturally arrogant, and since they also serve in the Konoha Military Police Force in Konoha, they have offended quite a few people.
If the Uchiha Clan Head and the Grand Elder hadn't revealed their Mangekyō Sharingan before, things would have been different; those powerful clans would have had the courage to fight back against the injustices suffered by the Uchiha Clan clan.
Now they dare not argue; whatever the Uchiha Clan clan members say goes, which makes these powerful clans feel very insecure.
Upon seeing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi was terrified.
Fortunately, no members of the Uchiha Clan were allowed to participate in this meeting.
Otherwise, if they knew that most of the people in Konoha had a problem with them, they probably wouldn't even need to hand over the Uchiha Clan Head and the Grand Elder; they would betray them on the spot.
"But the Uchiha Clan Head and the Grand Elder have made great contributions to Konoha. The Uchiha Grand Elder is still lying in the hospital. If we hand them over, what will the Uchiha Clan think of us?"
Jiraiya stated this very objectively.