The people on both sides stared at each other silently.
Some of the more anxious ones even started frowning and exchanging meaningful glances, practically asking why the other side wasn't speaking!
"Cough!"
A soft cough broke the silence in the hall. The elder Senju Raizan, who was sitting at the head of the right side of the meeting, bowed to the person above and said, "Clan leader, I am in charge of the school. Although this batch of students will not graduate until December, the knowledge we teach here is relatively advanced. If the Clan needs it, this year's graduates can graduate early."
He was the person in charge of the school, planted by his Clan.
Currently, the Konoha Ninja Academy is split equally between the two sides, with each side having 500 students per year.
However, the teaching methods for the side controlled by the Senju are quite different from those of previous Ninja Academy.
They are very strict with these students, and their abilities are much better than before.
However, the people at the school are actually not very relevant to this meeting. After all, even if five hundred Genin are taught well, they are not of much use!
He spoke first simply because he was sitting close by and noticed that Lady Mito's expression seemed rather unpleasant due to the silence in the hall.
So he took the initiative to step forward and break the ice!
Someone started to speak, Senju Takehiko was second in the right seat, nodded above and immediately stood up, saying, "Clan leader, the weapon workshop has always had the habit of stockpiling supplies, and we have increased the amount of supplies we stockpile since 26th year."
"Currently, in addition to the supplies distributed to various locations such as the clan's warehouses and the South Battlefield, we also have various weapons, including Explosive Tag, grenades, landmines, Kunai, Shuriken, Senbon needles, Long and Short Swords, and wire, calculated according to Chunin standards!"
"The weapons warehouse has enough to equip 50,000 people for a high-intensity war, but the armor and weapon warehouse currently only has about 15,000 suits of armor!"
"The difficulties lie in maintaining stable production, as well as the shortage of raw materials caused by the war!"
"The above supplies can be delivered to the clan immediately. If the clan needs more, then we need to ensure the weapons workshop's needs are met. We can work overtime to ensure that Logistics are not disrupted!"
As the head of the weapons workshop, he has been maintaining the inventory in accordance with the clan's requirements ever since he took office.
After the conflict, he increased the inventory again after internal discussions!
This was all for this moment. As long as the clan could ensure the safe production of the weapon workshop, he had a certain amount of raw materials in stock.
Without going into too much detail, just the raw materials in the current weapon workshop warehouse alone could yield several thousand to tens of thousands of suits of armor!
But the core question is whether the weapons workshop can remain safe when war breaks out!
With the templates set by the first two people, the people on the right began to stand up one by one and report on their respective responsibilities.
As long as they are not interrupted from above, they will not stop!
Soon, after only a few questions from above, the person on the right completed their report.
However, after the right side was completed, the left side got stuck!
The Sixth Elder, seated at the head of the left-hand side, faced the gazes of everyone above and below him.
He strained for his breath, his face turning completely red, but he couldn't utter a single word!
There's nothing we can do; it's already been clearly stated in the information.
In this sudden turn of events, he didn't really have a prudent tactic at the moment!
Sitting at the top, Senju Toka looked at the Sixth Elder on her left and couldn't help but sigh.
She knows that information too, but you can't keep it to yourself!
If we speak out about the good and the bad, we can discuss it together and make a plan. One person's plan may be short-lived, but many people can always make a difference!
Knowing the Sixth Elder's temperament, she said, "The matter of battle requires careful consideration. You can think it over carefully, but you can also share your thoughts so we can discuss it together!"
Having understood the meaning from above, the Sixth Elder bowed to the superiors and continued to ponder.
He dislikes starting an argument halfway through a conversation, but there's really no good solution to the current situation!
He wanted to save the Uzumaki, but he didn't want the Senju to pay too high a price.
Since that's what the higher-ups have said, he quickly went through the plan in his mind, trying to find the method that would minimize the losses of the Senju!
Seeing her Aunt's words, the Sixth Elder was pondering when Uka Senju stood up and bowed, asking, "Clan Chief, Senju Nobusada brothers in the village at this moment?"
When everyone saw Wood Release get up, they assumed he had some good plan, but they didn't expect it to be a problem.
So they all turned their attention away and began to ponder the problems of the war!
Seeing her nephew stand up below, Senju Toka nodded slightly and said, "Here!"
"Do they know the coordinates of the Third Elder's base?" Uka Senju asked again.
Unaware of her nephew's purpose, Senju Toka simply replied, "I understand!"
Having received the answer, Uka Senju bowed again to the two elders above and said, "Clan Chief, Lady Mito, we'll discuss how to deal with this, but I think we can send Nobusada and the other two with the Nobusada to take the Uzumaki Clan children away now."
"Regardless of what happens next, let's make sure the seeds are safe first. The Third Elder's location is well-hidden, and we can bring them out after the battle. Anyway, the children are just a burden and a liability in the Land of Whirlpools; they won't be of much help."
Mito Uzumaki, seated slightly behind Senju Toka in the upper seats, heard her grandson-in-law's suggestion.
After a quick thought, she nodded slightly in agreement!
Senju was well aware of the difficulties she faced: the children remained on the battlefield...
Take the child with you first; it's a precaution.
No matter how the battle unfolds, as long as the children are safe, the hope for the Uzumaki Clan remains!
She was originally very dissatisfied with the current clan leader of the Uzumaki clan, that nephew!
But she only learned of the changes within the clan this morning after receiving intelligence.
The current awkward situation could actually be resolved if she went back home at the beginning of the year.
Unfortunately, I was too easily swayed and hesitant. Strictly speaking, the advice given by the Senju people at the time was not wrong.
None of them expected that there would be such a group of people within the Uzumaki Clan!
However, no matter how much I say, I am largely to blame for today's situation!
Senju Toka noticed the movement behind her without turning around. After thinking for a moment about her nephew's suggestion, she nodded and said, "Order Senju Nobusada, Senju Nobuhiko, and Senju Nobuhide to immediately take the warrant to the Uzumaki Clan and bring the children to the Third Elder!"
As she spoke, she picked up a pen from the Low Table in front of her and began to write on a Scroll!
"Yes, clan leader!" The guards at the door responded, one of them running outside to relay the order, while the other went inside to await the order from above!
After giving this suggestion, Uka Senju sat back down in her original seat.
Senju Uzumaki had carefully considered the predicament he faced in this war.
With so many enemies, it's unrealistic to expect to escape unscathed!
No matter what the plan or arrangements are, either the Senju or the Uzumaki will have to pay a heavy price.
But... he also had an idea in his mind, only this idea was a bit too First Shinobi World War.
For now, it's best to hear if there are any other solutions within the clan, since my own idea is too risky.
However, if there are no good ones.
Then he suggested that his Aunt consider First Shinobi World War!
The risks are indeed high, but the rewards are also very high!
At this moment, everyone seated in the hall has seen the current intelligence report.
The Senju of Death, or the Uzumaki Death?
This is why Senju, who is usually decisive, hesitated at this moment.
Now it's up to everyone in the hall to decide!
Only when they have no better solutions.
Only by having our own methods can we attract enough support!
After a moment, the Sixth Elder, who was first on the left side of the silent hall, suddenly stirred.
He raised his head and looked at Mito Uzumaki was very close by, with an extremely complicated expression.
Looking at the person who has had red hair, talisman earrings, gold headdress, and youthful appearance for decades.
He paused, then the complexity in his eyes turned into determination, as his gaze swept across the entire room.
He rose, bowed respectfully, and said in a deep voice, "Everyone has seen the intelligence, and everyone knows why we are in this predicament!"
"The southern and southeastern defense lines cannot be moved lightly now, so the only support will come from the South troops. There are two difficulties: one is that if the South Command Center leaves and the southern and southeastern flanks are attacked, the enemy can easily advance unimpeded."
"Another issue is that this battle will definitely come at a price. Will it be Uzumaki who pays the price, or Senju?"
These words exposed what couldn't be said aloud, and most people in the hall sighed with complicated expressions.
If they're sitting here, then they're not fools!
Leaving aside the first concern, let's talk about the second point.
The cost of this battle was extremely high; the large forces led by the Lightning and Water Shadows...
They're not so easy to please!
This is different from the previous attempt to intercept Uka; saving Uzumaki would not have been something they would have hesitated to do under normal circumstances.
But if Senju are sacrificed now, what will happen to the village?
What should the other Shinobi Clan, who have no alliance with the Uzumaki, think?
Nowadays, apart from the Large Unit composed entirely of members of the same clan within the village, the other Large Unit was formed by the Senju and other allied clans!
They had to consider the potentially serious consequences of sacrificing Senju lives!
However, Senju had no choice but to save him!
After a pause, the Sixth Elder, having already spoken his mind, continued, "But we can't just leave them without helping. So, besides the troops in the South Battlefield, I suggest the clan leader invite the neutral Shinobi Clan over for a talk."
"Then a portion of the troops were scrambled out of the village to provide support, and the majority of the force was transferred from the secret base to the battlefield."
"In this way, Uzumaki can be saved, and the Senju clan will compensate their allies in Konoha for the loss!"
"As for the allied tribes, I also suggest that after the order is given, the tribal chief summons them for a talk!"
After speaking, the Sixth Elder sat back down.
After hearing this, everyone in the hall nodded silently in agreement.
That neutral Shinobi Clan was something that many people hadn't even thought of before.
However, after the Sixth Elder brought it up, everyone thought about it and wondered, Sarutobi, then why couldn't Senju?
Sarutobi's actions, which clearly prevented the Senju Village from fully mobilizing its forces, were also noticed by the neutral Shinobi Clan!
This method is practically the only solution at present.
Senju cut off his own flesh to satisfy and compensate everyone else, but if it could save the Uzumaki, he would cut off his own flesh as well!
After all, just as the Sixth Elder said, it was impossible for Senju not to save Uzumaki!
"You all agree?" Senju Toka asked without any change in expression.
"Yes, *x!" the people inside the hall responded.
Seeing that everyone nodded, Senju Toka prepared to give the order.
She had already communicated with the First Elder and Mito Uzumaki about what the Sixth Elder had said!
But since it involves cutting losses, the Senju's interests will be greatly affected.
This is the key point of this meeting: to reach a consensus!
However, just as Senju Toka picked up the pen on the table...
Having already assessed the cost of this Senju gathering Uka Senju stood up and interrupted, saying, "Clan Head, Lady Mito, may I come with you to the side hall?"
He had the numbers in his head and the tactics suggested by everyone.
It still hasn't strayed from the scope he initially envisioned!
So he wanted to discuss his final plan with his elders!
The hand holding the pen was interrupted by that familiar voice, Senju Toka looked up at the lower left.
Seeing that the white-haired Young Man wasn't joking, she narrowed her eyes and focused her gaze on her nephew's eyes.
She really wanted to figure out what this little guy was up to by stepping forward at this moment!
But her nephew's determined gaze... she turned her head slightly to seek the opinion of the person behind her!
With her hands folded over her abdomen, Mito Uzumaki, dressed in a white robe, thought for a moment and said, "Alright."
Having received permission, Uka Senju immediately left her seat.
Amidst the bewildered gazes of the crowd, he quickly caught up with his Aunt and Grandma Mito, heading towards the side hall through the small door!
Inside the hall, the Sixth Elder sat at the head of the left-hand side.
Watching the three figures leave, especially their white hair, his pupils contracted slightly, as if he had realized something crucial!
"Creak!"
The sound of the wooden door hinges turning filled the air.
Although this palace complex has been maintained, wooden structures are just not quite the same as those made of iron!
Except for the moment right after the oil is applied, almost every time you move a door, even the best craftsmanship will make some noise!
Seeing that her Aunt and Grandma Mito had already taken their seats, Uka Senju immediately formed Hand Seals and released a soundproof barrier after closing the door!
Their eyes were filled with inquiry.
After releasing his Ninjutsu, he sat down on the other side of the Low Table and began to tell them what he wanted to say in this situation.
" Aunt, Grandma Mito, I'm sure you've already calculated the price the Senju will have to pay this time!"
Mito Uzumaki sighed slightly and nodded upon hearing this.
Having Senju in power for so many years, how could she not know what the consequences of Senju decision this time would be!
But on one side is her maternal clan, the family that gave her birth and raised her, and on the other side is the Clan of her beloved.
There's nothing she can do about it!
"Speak up if you have something to say, time is precious and you can't waste it!" Senju Toka immediately scolded her nephew as soon as he opened his mouth, sensing Mito Uzumaki's mood.
My nephew survived the last ambush; it was thanks to Mito Uzumaki risking her life.
The younger generation may not know, but she can't be completely unaware of it!
Cutting flesh for the Uzumaki is what the Senju should do.
Even disregarding the bonds of ally status, the Senju but to do this simply because of their relationship with Mito Uzumaki!
Despite being scolded by her Aunt, Uka Senju showed no displeasure.
Because he also noticed the change in Grandma Mito's emotions.