radicalducati Chapter 274 Political Games? Kakashi's Domineering Declaration
Chapter 274 Political Games? Kakashi's Domineering Declaration
The Hokage Building, high-level conference room.
"Everyone, Sunagakure has sent its final note, so we must decide today whether to re-sign the peace treaty. All countries are watching the aftermath of this conflict closely, and the tension on the border can no longer be delayed!" Koharu Utatane spoke first, with her old partner Homura Mitokado and Root leader Danzo Shimura beside her.
Opposite the three were Nara Shikaku, the leader of the Jonin squad, as well as Konoha elites such as Hyuga, Yamanaka, and Akimichi.
As for the Fifth Hokage, Kakashi, he naturally sat alone in the center of the two rows, presiding over the overall situation!
“Although things are relatively peaceful in various countries at present, this is all based on the premise that we have not gone to war with Sunagakure. Once our negotiations fail and we enter a state of war with Sunagakure, other countries will definitely take action, and one move will have far-reaching consequences.” Mitokado Homura continued, looking around, “Therefore, this is not a simple negotiation between countries.”
"Therefore, in order to ensure that war does not break out and plunge the village into conflict, we propose to unconditionally release the One-Tailed Jinchuriki and to renew the alliance treaty with Sunagakure."
Instantly, Mitokado Homura's decision left everyone looking at each other in bewilderment, their gazes immediately turning to the current leader of Konoha, the Fifth Hokage, Kakashi.
It's impossible to say that people aren't resentful about making such a compromise when they clearly have the upper hand.
While this might avoid the risk of war, how could they explain this humiliation to the fallen Konoha ninja? How would other countries assess Konoha's strength?
If Konoha can easily forgive an enemy country that killed its own Hokage, then has it become so weak that it can be bullied by others?
However, having served three generations of rulers for many years, they were already used to this and remained silent. Instead, they quietly looked at Kakashi, waiting for the newly appointed Fifth Hokage to have something to say…
Seeing everyone looking at him, Kakashi knew that this was a critical moment. "A war is something no one wants to see, and of course, I don't either!"
"However, if the so-called peace requires sacrificing the blood and tears of one's comrades, then I will not accept such a peace."
"The three previous Shinobi World Wars have been enough to prove that simply tolerating others will not satisfy the ambitions of any nation; on the contrary, it will only make their desires grow even stronger!"
"Therefore, my attitude is to seek peace through war. If Sunagakure wants peace without paying sufficient compensation, then it is better to take advantage of the situation and start a war with Sunagakure to intimidate other countries with absolute strength."
At this point, Kakashi slammed his hand on the table, his gaze sharp and his aura imposing!
With Jiraiya and Tsunade, the two legendary Sannin of Konoha, returning soon, along with him and Ishikawa, the current Jinchuriki of the One-Tailed Beast, he had no idea how Konoha would lose this war...
Especially with Gaara being captured by Konoha and the crucial intelligence brought by Ishikawa, crushing Sunagakure in this round is practically a certainty!
"Seek peace through war!!"
"Are you willing to go to war?"
"The Fifth Hokage, I never expected him to have such confidence and charisma..."
"The Fifth Hokage is indeed different from the Third Hokage and the others!"
Instantly, the Konoha elites, represented by Shikaku, all gleamed with a sharp light in their eyes, as if they had witnessed the arrival of a new era.
Although they don't want war to break out, they would feel even worse if they continued to suffer in silence and compromise!
With that kind of life, what future could Konoha possibly have?
It's just war. They are all elite ninjas who have survived World War II and World War III. What's so scary about them?
A ninja only unleashes his true power and embodies the so-called Will of Fire when protecting what is important to him.
"No, I disagree!" Just as the crowd was getting heated, a gloomy voice suddenly rang out, interrupting them.
"Lord Danzo..."
Upon seeing who spoke, everyone turned to look at the former Hokage, the leader of Root, who represented the darkness of Konoha.
"I admit that the Fifth Hokage's point of view is correct." Danzo first affirmed Kakashi's attitude by looking at everyone.
If it weren't for their differing stances, he would definitely support Kakashi's decision, because that was also what he wanted and desired.
However, the other party was the Fifth Hokage. He couldn't allow Kakashi to start a war and then legitimately take control of Konoha, which would affect his own interests.
"Once war begins, it will be a chaotic situation that we cannot easily control. In the past, didn't the major wars all end up as various countries encircling and attacking Konoha? So this time, even if we defeat Sunagakure, it will be no exception."
"For other countries, defeating Konoha, the village of Sunagakure, is actually a greater threat. So for their own benefit, those guys will definitely take advantage of the situation later."
"This outcome wouldn't benefit Konoha at all. Even if we defeated Sunagakure, what benefits would we gain from the Land of Wind's land revenue?"
"Therefore, this is destined to be a war in which neither winning nor losing will have a good outcome." Upon hearing this, everyone looked at each other and suppressed their heated thoughts, returning to reality.
Indeed, even if the Land of Wind won, they wouldn't gain much from it, given the Land of Wind's limited resources. With the Sand Village's abject poverty, the final calculations would likely show that the losses outweigh the gains!
Are we really going to risk our lives to bring back a desert? Are you kidding me...?
Seeing everyone's reaction, Danzo's eyes flashed with a hint of sarcasm as he spoke again, "Considering everything, I think we should resolve this conflict through negotiation. Of course, unconditional terms can be replaced with a conditional peace treaty. As for the specific compensation, that depends on how the Fifth Hokage negotiates it."
Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado exchanged a glance and nodded in agreement, passing the buck directly to the Fifth Hokage, Kakashi.
Hmph, if they negotiate too much compensation, Sunagakure won't accept it, and if they negotiate too little, it will damage Kakashi's reputation. He won't lose out in this round.
This guy has no political sense and dares to fight them? Does this little brat even know what political maneuvering is?
Despite the veiled malice in Danzo and his companions' smiles, Kakashi didn't even flinch. Instead, he turned his gaze to the doorway and said, "Since you seniors have entrusted this negotiation to me, please come in!"
"You??" Everyone, including Danzo and the others, was taken aback, and then they all turned to look at the conference room door.
The next second, the door was pushed open forcefully, and a graceful figure strode in...
"That's... Lady Tsunade??"
"It was her?! I never expected the Fifth Hokage to bring Princess Tsunade back!!"
Upon seeing the newcomer, everyone rose to greet him, for the rumors surrounding this person were legendary...
Danzo and his two companions felt a chill run down their spines, and looking at Tsunade and Jiraiya who followed behind, they had a vague sense of foreboding.
They originally thought that Jiraiya and Naruto were traveling around the ninja world as before, but they didn't expect that they would find Tsunade instead.
"Everyone, Lady Tsunade will be in charge of negotiating with Sunagakure from now on."
"Furthermore, the two Hokage advisors have worked so hard for the village for so many years, it is time for them to retire and enjoy their old age. Now, as the Fifth Hokage, I hereby announce the dismissal of Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado from their positions as Hokage advisors. The new Hokage advisors will be Tsunade-senpai and Jiraiya-senpai."
"At the same time, Elder Tsunade serves as both the Hokage's advisor and the head of Konoha's medical department!"
"This order is effective immediately!!"
Kakashi stood up, met Tsunade's gaze, and swiftly made his pronouncements amidst the bewildered expressions of the others.
Konoha was forever changed...