Hearing that Namikaze Minato approved of the expansion, Danzo Shimura felt a little unexpectedly happy, but when he heard that he was not allowed to arrange candidates, his expression soon changed.
Not only him, but the others also had different expressions, but most of them were still puzzled.
The two consultants were extremely surprised. In their opinion, the two people had never had the same political views. How come today...
As for Nara Shikaku, he was a little surprised. He thought that even if the matter was already settled, according to the Yondaime's style, he should at least find a way to delay it first, so that the military expenses could be obtained first, and then find a way to negotiate a second time.
To prevent the expansion of the Guardian Shinobi, however...
"I understand what impact the growth of the guardian nin will have on the village."
Namikaze Minato glanced at the people on the table indifferently. He already had his own plan in mind. After thinking about it for a while, he continued to explain: "Agreeing to the expansion is only a temporary measure. The war between Konoha and Iwa Ninja may not stop in the short term.
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"In this war of attrition, if the morale of the frontline troops is unstable due to logistical problems, the Grass Country front may be defeated. At that time, the war in the Country of Fire will be retreated, even if it is ultimately victorious, it will be at a great cost.
Therefore, the issue of military expenditure is urgent and there is no room for failure.”
Having said this, Namikaze Minato also cast his eyes on the two advisors, because these words were exactly what he said to conservatives like them.
There is merit in following the rules, but you also have to pick your time.
Seeing that the two of them still seemed to be complaining, Namikaze Minato's eyes finally sharpened, and he said seriously: "Two advisors, Konoha is now at its lowest level in decades, haven't you discovered it yet?"
"The Iwa ninja who had already been defeated dared to openly start another war. Don't forget that the Kumo ninja has not signed the armistice agreement yet. In addition, after the previous Nine-Tails Rebellion, the current village has actually
It's the work of a powerful foreigner. With all due respect, Konoha has long lost the intimidating power of the No. 1 Ninja Village..."
"So now, the top priority is to end the war as soon as possible with the minimum cost, and then let the village recuperate!"
Namikaze Minato's words were so shocking that everyone at the table was moved.
It's hard to hear the truth, but it's true.
I have to admit that although the former Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen left a mess after the Nine-Tails Rebellion, he did usher in Konoha's heyday a few decades ago.
In Konoha at that time, elites such as the White Fang Sannin were emerging one after another. Although Konoha had a good foundation, it was also inseparable from the governance of the village.
In Konoha now, although the three ninjas are still there, one is eccentric, the other is decadent and fearful of blood, leaving Jiraiya alone and unable to support himself. The new generation of twelve strong people were born one after another at this time. Now the village is really in urgent need of cultivation, and the next generation
It will take at least ten years for the pillars that support Konoha to grow.
At this time, Mito Kato and Koharu, who had transferred to the dormitory, were slightly restrained by Minato Namikaze's momentum, and their eyes flickered.
Perhaps, the Fourth Hokage really sees things more clearly than they do.
If you think about it carefully, the expansion of the guardian ninja is actually just an influence within the Fire Nation. But if the war fails, the most direct damage will be Konoha's own status in the ninja world...
The advisory duo finally looked at each other and nodded.
After turning to bed, Koharu agreed happily: "Then do as you say, Yondaime."
No matter what, they were all based on the interests of the village, so what Namikaze Minato said just now really convinced them.
"The Yondaime..., for the matter of protecting Shinobi, let's pick someone from the bottom up..." Danzo was the first to regain his composure, with a trace of unwillingness in his eyes, and he wanted to try his best to fight for it calmly.
If Minato Namikaze is allowed to arrange candidates, it will undoubtedly disrupt his plan.
Recalling the conditions of the secret talks in the daimyo's mansion, he tried his best to promote the adoption of the expansion resolution and made the daimyo of the Fire Country agree to support him in impeaching the fourth generation head if the war failed.
Therefore, selecting people from the bottom up to be guardian ninjas was one of his plans to place eyes and ears around the daimyo.
Now Minato Namikaze has to make arrangements by himself, which he didn't expect...
"No need, Danzo-sama, every member of the Roots is an elite who has been cultivated with great effort. It would be such a waste to send them to the Daming Mansion like this..."
Namikaze Minato smiled meaningfully, as if he could see through it, and looked at Danzo with a burning gaze.
When talking about words such as elite and waste, he also deliberately emphasized his tone.
It wasn't until Danzo felt uncomfortable being looked at by his eyes that he lowered his left eye and drank tea to cover it up before continuing: "Tomorrow at the latest, I will send people to Daming Mansion. Next, we should discuss the future.
The war..."
After saying that, he gestured to Nara Shikaku with his eyes.
In his opinion, as long as the Pot King is targeted, basically nothing will happen. Although the Pot King insists on arranging his own members to be guardian nins, it is a bit strange...
As usual, Nara Shikaku stood up and began to analyze the battle on the front line.
First, they read out the recent battle damage report on the front line, casualties, and the latest trends in the Iwa Ninja. When it was mentioned that the enemy's offensive had suddenly slowed down recently and the force had been reduced, everyone began to express their opinions.
"You should be preparing for a long-term confrontation, right? I heard that even Jiraiya and Orochimaru were sent to the front line yesterday?"
Mitomon Yan asked Namikaze Minato for confirmation.
Namikaze Minato nodded. The Iwa ninjas sent out all their troops this time, with almost no reservations. Konoha naturally did not dare to rely on others. At this time, only Jiraiya could be relied on. As for Orochimaru, Namikaze Minato Shen
Knowing that he no longer had any intention of dedicating himself to Konoha, sending him there was just to prevent him from causing harm to the ninjas in his village in a short period of time.
By the way, he also wanted Jiraiya to keep an eye on him.
"Of course Konoha is not afraid of any village when it comes to competition, but I always feel that things are a little strange..."
Nara Shikaku said thoughtfully.
"Isn't this strange? The Earth Kingdom launched such a fierce offensive before, and now it is shrinking its troops. It is probably because of insufficient stamina and logistical supplies that cannot support the high-intensity battle on the front line..." After listening to the report, Shimura Danzo put down his mind.
He said casually with the teacup in his hand.
"If this is really the case, then now may be the opportunity to launch a counterattack and defeat the Iwa ninja to end the war."
The two advisers are not good at tactical strategies, but according to the laws of war, their suggestions do not seem to have any problems.
However, Namikaze Minato ignored these laymen and only focused his eyes expectantly on Nara Shikaku, and then asked: "Captain Shikaku, what do you think, just speak up..."
