Now that Kushina had been safely rescued by Uya, Hiruzen Sarutobi began to consider how to deal with the Kumogakure.
However, upon further consideration, he frowned slightly.
Although Konoha was at its peak during Second Shinobi World War, it still lost some of its military strength in the Land of Rain, and then lost even more in the Land of Wind.
Although the consumption is small, it is still a consumption.
Of course, that's not the main point. The main point is that Konoha will need some time to digest the resources it gained after its victory.
Since Uya returned to Konoha, the Konoha has been assisting the Land of Fire in managing and dealing with its expanding borders for the past few months, while also continuously negotiating various resource allocations.
Konoha has a large number of ninjas handling various matters on the border.
While Konoha could still mobilize its ninja forces to wage war against Kumogakure, it might not have a significant advantage in a direct confrontation.
It's important to know that Kirigakure, which didn't participate in the Second Shinobi World War, is probably still eyeing us covetously!
Konoha is currently working to strengthen its borders and is also in contact with the Land of Rain, the Land of Wind, and the Land of Earth. Although these three countries have been defeated and have not put up any resistance against Konoha, if Konoha attacks Kumogakure, it would be equivalent to facing the Three Great Shinobi Villages plus Amegakure at the same time!
At such a time, with their rear defenses weakened, an invasion by Kirigakure would be a serious matter!
The Fourth Shinobi World War may once again escalate from a localized conflict to a decisive battle, which means the Third Shinobi World War could be triggered prematurely!
"No wonder the Kumogakure dared to do this at this time... So they had considered this. We Konoha, the Kumogakure, cannot easily attack them now."
Hiruzen Sarutobi thought this, his expression grew even colder. The Third Raikage of Kumogakure was undoubtedly not just a brute with strength.
Uya sat there calmly, and he almost instantly realized what Hiruzen Sarutobi had thought of.
Just as Hiruzen Sarutobi struggling with how to best counterattack Kumogakure, Uya stood up.
"I'm going to Kumogakure."
After Uya stood up, he said this sentence in a very simple way.
This seemingly quiet and even calm sentence startled the Third Hokage, instantly stirring up a storm of emotions within him.
Uya... what are you planning to do now?!
"You mean..."
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Uya, his expression somewhat uncertain.
Uya said calmly, "There's no need to send any troops, nor is there any need to directly engage in war with Kumogakure. I can just go to Kumogakure."
Upon hearing Uya's unequivocal words, Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes widened in shock.
Uya's act of invading Sunagakure and killing the Third Kazekage alone already shook the entire Shinobi World, and now he wants to do it again?!
" Uya, the Third Raikage of Kumogakure is not the same as the Third Kazekage of Sunagakure. According to intelligence reports, he has single-handedly suppressed the rampaging Eight-Tails on several occasions!"
"Based on intelligence, the power of the One-Tail is no match for that of the Eight-Tails. The Eight-Tails Beast is the closest to the Nine-Tails- Tailed Beast in terms of strength. In other words, the Third Raikage's strength is almost unfathomable!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke, a serious expression appeared on his face, and his tone became extremely heavy.
Even I'm not confident I can beat him!
However, as Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke, Uya remained standing there calmly, watching him serenely.
After Hiruzen Sarutobi speaking, Uya spoke calmly.
So what?
"I can be indifferent to the capture of other people, but Kushina... that's absolutely unacceptable!"
Uya's words exuded an extremely domineering aura.
He made it clear without any hesitation that no one was allowed to touch Kushina, not even the Kumogakure. Anyone who dared to lay a hand on Kushina would face his wrath!
For a moment, Uya's aura caused the entire Hokage Building to tremble slightly. Ever since Uya cultivated the Spirit Transformation Technique and strengthened his spirit, his aura has become increasingly terrifying.
The Anbu Ninja and Jonin inside and outside the Hokage Building all felt this aura and turned to look, revealing a hint of awe.
"What a terrifying aura..."
"Is this the aura of the Lord Hokage... no, the aura of Lord Uya?!"
"It's unbelievable that Lord Uya possesses such terrifying power at such a young age; it's practically comparable to Jinchūriki who can control Tailed Beast."
In the Hokage's office.
Sensing Uya's undisguised attitude and aura, Hiruzen Sarutobi also showed a surprised expression, and then felt a strange sense of relief.
Although Kushina was not just Uya's companion, and Kushina was not a true Konoha ninja, Uya's desire to protect her was, in Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes, still part of the Will of Fire.
As long as he still harbors the desire to protect his comrades and continues to protect others, regardless of the actions or processes involved, Hiruzen Sarutobi will always approve of him.
Otherwise, Hiruzen Sarutobi would not have tolerated Danzo's existence, and he even forgave Danzo when Danzo sent people to assassinate him.
Another point is that Kushina Uzumaki was an extremely important Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, someone the entire Hidden Leaf Konoha needed to protect. This is also one of the reasons why Uya made no attempt to hide his attitude.
Kushina's importance to Konoha is even greater than his!
Even Danzo wouldn't dare to threaten Uya with Kushina. If Danzo dared to do it, the first person to kill him wouldn't be Uya, but Hiruzen Sarutobi.
"I see."
After a moment of silence, Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded.
He knew he couldn't stop Uya; Uya's words just now had already made his stance clear.
If it were anyone else, even Hatake Sakumo, Hiruzen Sarutobi would have thought it over carefully and wouldn't have allowed Hatake Sakumo to infiltrate Kumogakure alone to do anything.
Uya had previously invaded Sunagakure and even killed the Third Kazekage. Although the Third Raikage of Kumogakure was much stronger, even if Uya couldn't defeat the Third Raikage, he should still be able to inflict heavy damage on Kumogakure.
Hiruzen Sarutobi still had some selfish motives at this point. Uya's existence was indeed a thorn in the side of Konoha High Command. Even if he could tolerate it, Danzo, Utatane Koharu, and others could not.
If Uya could fight a bloody battle with Kumogakure, severely damaging the Kumogakure before dying in the process, that would perhaps be the best ending. Konoha would also erect a monument for Uya.
Of course, these were Hiruzen Sarutobi's inner thoughts, which he naturally wouldn't say aloud; what he said was something else entirely.
Be careful in everything you do.
Whether Hiruzen Sarutobi's words were true or false, Uya didn't bother to guess. (To be continued.)