Perhaps because the matter was so closely related, Lei Luo rarely agreed, but took the lead and asked: "Does Sarutobi Hiruzen know about the plan to assassinate the Third Mizukage?"
Perhaps, because the thought that had been buried in his heart for a long time was completely revealed, Danzo no longer kept secrets, but answered directly: "Hiruzhan doesn't know, and I don't plan to tell him."
Even Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't know, so the two consultants Mito Kaden and Kaden Kochun probably didn't know anything either. Lei Luo quickly skipped this topic and then asked:
"Is it worth it for a whirlpool country?"
"It's worth it." Danzo briefly affirmed, and then he explained a little bit:
"Whether it is the alliance for many years, Mito-sama's contribution to the village, the placement of the Kyuubi, the stability of the next candidate Chuuriki, the technical support of the sealing technique..."
"No matter what, if the Uzumaki Country continues to exist, it will do more good than harm to us in Konoha. I just can't bear to sit back and watch them be wiped out by Kirigakure."
When Danzo said these words, there was a hint of anger in his expression. It seemed that the above reasons were all the thoughts in his heart, but Lei Luo didn't think so.
This old guy must have some deeper purpose. Although Lei Luo thought so, he did not ask, but changed the topic and said:
"Killing the Third Mizukage is not an easy matter. It is impossible for me not to leave some traces, so..."
"After it's done, who will take the blame?"
"Sarutobi Hiruzen's opinion is not clear yet, so if you make such a decision without permission, aren't you afraid that he will settle the score in the future?"
In fact, Lei Luo's worries are not unreasonable. He is not stupid. It is impossible for him to do whatever Danzo asks him to do.
After all, it’s a matter of whether the third Mizukage can be killed or not. Even if he can be killed, the international pressure that will follow, along with the dissatisfaction of the Hokage faction, will all be put on Danzo’s head. This is foreseeable.
of.
Following the consistent style of the Konoha Dove Faction, Lei Luo thought to himself, if he really killed the Third Mizukage with his own hands...
So what Sarutobi Hiruzen and the Konoha Pigeon Party did to themselves afterwards was probably not a "reward based on merit".
Lei Luo felt that the possibility of being expelled without mercy or even being classified as a traitor was very high.
After all, this way Konoha can distance itself from the relationship with itself and calm the anger in Kirigakure Village.
Can Danzo withstand this level of pressure? Is he willing to bear this pressure for himself?
Noticing the distrust in Lei Luo's eyes, Danzo quickly came to the conclusion that Lei Luo was not completely ignorant of the virtues of Konoha's top brass, especially the Konoha dove faction.
Although he felt a little unhappy, Danzo also knew that this problem could not be avoided.
Lei Luo is not the kind of passionate brat. If he doesn't understand the pros and cons involved in this task, he won't be willing to take action even if he has the strength to kill the third Mizukage.
Therefore, although Danzo was extremely reluctant, he still said frankly: "I cannot bear this responsibility alone, we need to bear it together."
After saying that, Danzo changed the topic, "Saving the Uzumaki clan will be of great benefit to the village. I think you should also know this truth..."
"Even if this arouses strong dissatisfaction from Hiruzen and the others, I think it is acceptable."
"Also, if this task can be successfully completed, the benefits will naturally come to you."
Danzo was talking eloquently, and both inside and outside his words seemed to be encouraging Lei Luo to take the initiative to take on this difficult task.
However, Lei Luo would not agree easily until Danzo made a clear commitment or even made a certain degree of guarantee.
If something like this attracts the hatred of the entire Great Ninja Village without Konoha's official permission and only involves Danzo's will, Lei Luo doesn't know whether Konoha will admit it at that time.
After all, as far as Lei Luo knew, Sarutobi Hiruzen's bones were never very strong when faced with threats from other villages.
If Danzo finally gives in in front of Sarutobi Hiruzen and cannot save him, then he will have only one option: defection, and this is by no means the result he wants.
"What guarantee can you give that Hiruzen Sarutobi will not choose to sacrifice me to maintain peace with Kirigakure after knowing the whole story?"
Lei Luo's eyes suddenly became very serious, staring at Danzo closely, and even his words were much sharper.
"Not only can I see your value, I believe Hiruzen and the others can also see it."
Danzo also looked at Lei Luo without showing any signs of weakness. At the same time, he raised his arms and clenched his fists slightly, as if to convey a certain emotion.
"Lei Luo, I think you should trust me and the village." Danzo's tone was slightly higher, and he seemed to be a little excited:
"So I hope you can let it go..."
"As long as you can kill the Third Mizukage and relieve the crisis in the Uzumaki Country, then you will be our hero of Konoha. The village will not let the hero be treated unfairly!"
After talking to this point, although Lei Luo still stared at Danzo silently, he also knew in his heart that he should make a choice.
By supporting the Uzumaki clan and assassinating the Third Mizukage, not only Danzo can benefit, but Lei Luo can also reap a lot of benefits.
In other words, Lei Luo did not reject this task. What he was worried about was the possibility that Konoha would just throw it away after he was done with it.
After all, there is only one person in Leiluo, and Mizukage is different from ordinary Kiri ninjas and different from the seven ninja swordsmen. He represents the entire great ninja village.
If you rush to kill Mizukage, you must consider the consequences, that is, Kirigakure Village will launch a crazy counterattack in the name of revenge.
Although Lei Luo is a powerful Kage-level ninja, whether the value of a Kage-level ninja is worth all the anger of a great ninja village, from the perspective of Konoha and Naruto, this... is really hard to say.
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Moreover, Konoha is currently at war with two great ninja villages and a small ninja village that is not much weaker than the great ninja village, and its military strength is becoming increasingly stretched.
Under this situation, if Konoha has another opponent like Kirigakure, the overall situation will undoubtedly become worse, and it may even reach the point of life and death, which is not impossible.
Faced with such a situation, what choice would Sarutobi Hiruzen make?
Should I trust Danzo myself?
If it really works out, it won't matter whether it's good or not.
The important thing is, is Danzo capable of protecting himself?
There were so many questions that Lei Luo fell into deep thought for a while, and the thoughts in his mind lingered.
Opportunities often come with risks. Should you do it? Should you do it? Lei Luo didn't know what choice he should make.
At this moment, when he was hesitating, a soft female voice sounded in his ears: "I think Master Jueying should believe in Master Danzo and the village."