Konoha: We, the Uchiha, are ready to give up!

He already had murderous intent!

But, unfortunately.

Opposite Hiruzen Sarutobi, Shikaku Nara remained calm.

Yes.

Having made all the necessary preparations, he didn't want to provoke Hiruzen Sarutobi, but he was far from being afraid.

Cooperation would be great!

But if we're really forced into a corner, we can just join the Ino-Shika-Cho trio and go directly to the Uchiha clan.

With a backup plan, the pig-deer-butterfly duo isn't afraid of this at all.

Nara Shikaku understood this.

Hiruzen Sarutobi understood this, which is why he stared intently at Shikaku Nara for a long time before his tone became relaxed again.

"So, that's how it is!"

"It's not your fault, Shiku, we were just too careless!"

"Since that Nara is so powerful, then as our next opponent, we must carefully consider this person."

"How much do you know about this person? Would you mind telling me?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke in a gentle tone.

as if.

My anger just now seemed more like an illusion.

Meanwhile, on the other side...

Nara Shikaku acted as if nothing had happened, appearing completely calm and collected, and then began to introduce Nara Koji.

Aside from the truth about the pig-deer-butterfly split, everything else was told to the truth.

He also explained Nara Koji's true strength in great detail.

Yes.

Now, the two of them are true enemies.

He was truly determined to kill Nara Koji, and he knew that Nara Koji's intentions were no different from his own.

Since they belong to two different factions, they naturally have to put in real effort to truly secure their positions.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, I heard it clearly.

only.

The more he listened, the more confused he became!

In his view, the split between the pig, deer, and butterfly was actually orchestrated by themselves.

but now.

But after hearing Nara Shikaku's explanation, it doesn't quite seem right!

They've revealed all sorts of secret information; they're really aiming to kill Nara Koji.

Could it be that I was wrong?

Is this Ino-Shika-Cho split really not a conspiracy?

His mind went completely blank.

I started to feel completely lost and decided that I should investigate this more thoroughly in the future.

After a long time.

After the two of them had thoroughly explained Nara Koji's situation, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but continue speaking.

"Lu Jiu, tell the truth."

"Is there really no way to help Nohara Rin?"

"The Three-Tails is really important; if we want the Five Kage Summit, we can't avoid it!"

Yes.

If he had a choice, he really wouldn't want to do this.

Minato Namikaze was one of his key pawns.

Now, because of such a small matter, too much estrangement has arisen between them, and he is the fourth generation's only choice.

He really had a headache.

If Nohara Rin's matter could be resolved, he wouldn't have resorted to this method.

There's really no other way!

"Not for now," Nara Shikaku shrugged. "Please forgive me, Hokage."

"You should know that this time we are going to face Minato Namikaze and King Uchiha. The power behind King Uchiha is too great."

“If this isn’t handled properly, it could really lead to a major disaster.”

"Not to mention that Nara Koji is behind these people, devising their plans."

"Lord Hokage, you must be careful!"

"We need to plan carefully and discuss this thoroughly."

"Dealing with these guys is not something that can be solved by rushing."

Yes.

Nara Shikaku was not lying.

If he really had a way, he would have taken action long ago.

But the problem is...

He's really out of ideas now!

Otherwise, he wouldn't need to slack off, right?

Do you really think giving up is a good strategy?

I almost had a complete falling out with Hiruzen Sarutobi, okay?

Sarutobi Hiruzen: "..."

His lips twitched.

Looking at Nara Shikaku's helpless expression, he was truly speechless.

After a long time, sigh!

After a helpless sigh, he shook his head bitterly.

"okay, I get it!"

"Then let's postpone this matter for now and discuss it properly later."

"The most important thing at this stage is to kill the third generation of Ai as soon as possible!"

"Rin Nohara over here..."

"Let's figure out a way to resolve this as soon as the Five Kage Summit begins."

Nara Shikaku nodded.

Actually.

Although the split of the Ino-Shika-Cho trio was indeed initiated by themselves.

But, same thing.

His loyalty to Hiruzen Sarutobi was unwavering!

"Lord Hokage, please don't worry," Nara Shikaku said softly. "I will try my best to find a solution in the meantime."

"I will do my best to get Nohara Rin on board. If that's not possible, I will try my best to reach an agreement with Kirigakure!"

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"If all else fails, then just stall!"

"In short, as long as we can drag it out until a peace agreement is signed, things will be much easier to handle in the future."

"Even if there's really no other way, we can at least get Nohara Rin to defect."

"As long as we reach an agreement with Minato Namikaze and King Uchiha, I think they will definitely agree to such a small request."

"What do you think?"

Yes.

If he were to face the combined might of Minato Namikaze, King Uchiha, and Koji Nara, he might feel immense pressure.

But if you switch to Fog Concealment, the possibilities are much greater.

With Nara Shikaku's strategy and Konoha's absolute strength.