Since they've already made their move.
Then there was no need for the Mist Ninja to hide or conceal anything anymore. However, at the beginning, Suikazan Fuguki only ordered the Mist Ninja to speed up the setting of traps near the base and expand the establishment of the reconnaissance range. He did not take any other action and just watched the Sand Ninja invade!
It's just a small southwestern corner of the Land of Rivers; we can give it up if we want. As long as we safeguard our core interests, that's enough. Of course, this is also a clear statement of our stance.
Shouldn't we give the Sand Ninja Village some face?
Another key reason is...
They, the Mist Ninja, needed to wait for reinforcements to arrive: the Mist Ninja from the Land of Tea led by Minazuki Fuuka, and the 'last' batch of reinforcements specially dispatched from the village.
It's said to be the last time because the three great ninja clans can no longer send members. If they did, it would empty the three clans' coffers. Karatachi Yagura was already fulfilling his basic duty as Kazekage by sending one of his trusted confidants Suikazan Fuguki, and some non-ninja clan members from the Mist Ninja.
Unless the Sand Ninja Village ninjas have lost their minds and send reinforcements to the Land of Rivers, and even then, it would have to be a force of three or four thousand, otherwise, if they are truly defeated, then so be it.
Yagura will not change his plans because of the Land of Rivers!
The main targets are still the Land of Waves, the Land of Fire, and Konohagakure!
The interests of a mere Land of Rivers are not enough to sway Yagura!
After a three- or four-day interval, the Sand Ninja had already begun to rebuild their reconnaissance and defensive outposts in the southwest of the Land of Rivers, while the Mist Ninja had finally received their last batch of reinforcements!
A fresh force of over five hundred people!
This group included forty to fifty Yuki Clan, fifty to sixty Kaguya Clan, and thirty to forty members of the Hozuki Clan, all of Genin!
These are all combat forces that should be considered to be two or even three times stronger!
The power of Kekkei Genkai.
That's something no ordinary ninja can compare to.
As seen in the previous clash, the Mist Ninja's suppression of the Sand Ninja was too obvious. Therefore, even though the Mist Ninja was not much outnumbered by the Sand Ninja, the quality of the Mist Ninja was definitely superior to that of the Sand Ninja.
Suikazan Fuguki finally had enough confidence to go and challenge Rasa and his Sand Ninja!
"Don't we need to directly attack and capture these Sand Ninja strongholds?"
In the main stronghold of the Mist Ninja outside the capital of the Land of Rivers.
After a few days of rest, Kaguya Mashin, who had recovered most of her strength, looked at Suikazan Fuguki with a fierce expression and said.
"That's not the point. We can afford to delay, but the Sand Ninja might not, so we don't need to rush, right, Mashin- san?"
"That's what Suikazan Fuguki said in a calm tone."
The arrival of the three major clans in batches was clearly intended to strengthen the influence of Minazuki Fuuka and Kaguya Mashin on the front lines. Suikazan Fuguki knew very well that although he was the commander-in-chief directly appointed by the Mizukage, if the three powerful ninja clans had to choose, they would definitely listen to their own clan's Jonin.
Unless it's Mizukage Karatachi Yagura personally directing the operation, no one else could possibly suppress the three great ninja clans!
And the more this happens, the more Suikazan Fuguki tries to show his tough side.
Otherwise, their Mist Ninja system would definitely fail.
This is no joke.
Although most of the people here are ninjas from various clans in Kirigakure, led by the three major clans, too many deaths and injuries would still be a loss for the village!
As the commander, Suikazan Fuguki Suikazan Fuguki absolutely did not want to see this happen; he certainly had a sense of the bigger picture.
Furthermore, given the mission's failure, he, as the commander, is equally culpable!
Listening to the words of the Suikazan Fuguki.
Kaguya Mashin frowned slightly, about to say something.
Sitting nearby was Minazuki Fuuka had just arrived yesterday. She quietly shook her head at Kaguya Mashin.
As one of the three great ninja clans, or rather, as one of the few female Jonin, Minazuki Fuuka possesses top-tier Jonin and emotional intelligence in the entire Shinobi World.
She was well aware of the plans of her own clan, as well as the Kaguya and Hozuki Clan clans.
To say they would oppose Yagura's rule is definitely impossible; the three great ninja clans don't have that kind of ambition!
This is the bare minimum determined by their respective strengths and resources.
Oh, except for a few brain-dead members of the tribe.
Even the most eccentric and wildest Kaguya Clan didn't have such intentions. Ultimately, all three clans just wanted to secure more benefits and a little more autonomy for themselves.
One stems from basic human nature.
One reason was purely to guard against Yagura.
Yagura is a qualified Kage, that's the opinion of Genji, but it doesn't represent the opinion of the three great ninja clans. Your perspective is determined by your own position.
This forces the three great ninja clans to consider the worst-case scenario in every aspect. What if Yagura is determined to completely suppress them?
The series of policies that have been introduced before are the best proof of this.
From the perspective of the three major ninja clans, they were simply trying to protect themselves.
Fuka could see the crux of the problem, but she didn't have a good solution. The only thing she could do was to keep her family members calm and prevent them from overstepping their bounds.
To be honest, Fuka herself doesn't entirely agree with this operation in the Land of Rivers.
This could certainly bring considerable benefits to their three clans and the village.
However, the risks involved and the potential costs are still too high.
However, this was a decision made jointly by all three clans, and Fuka had no choice but to accept it. The only room for maneuver she could have was to restrain her own clan members and those of the other two clans during the mission.
Just like now.
Fuka also felt that Suikazan Fuguki's decision was correct, and there was no need to say more.
While shaking his head to stop Kaguya Mashin.
Fuka also spoke up, saying, "Yes, this is indeed the most appropriate approach. However, I think we need to be more cautious about the specific personnel allocation and the selection of areas, so as to ensure that we are not at a disadvantage!"
Minazuki Fuuka's head-shaking gesture was captured by Suikazan Fuguki.
Suikazan Fuguki greatly admired this female Jonin of the Yuki Clan; her strength was one aspect, but her strategic vision was another.
When it comes to carrying out missions, the best partner is someone like Minazuki Fuuka!
Kaguya Mashin might be stronger than Minazuki Fuuka, but the difference in other aspects is significant!
"Yes, that's natural. As for the specific personnel allocation, I think this arrangement is appropriate. And regarding the regions, I plan to..."
After a slight smile, Suikazan Fuguki continued the conversation.