In the original work, Shikaku Nara, Shikamaru's father, should have assumed this role, but in this world, Shikaku Nara's intelligence is only slightly stronger than his own son, and he is obviously not suitable for the role of a think tank.
On the contrary, Akimichi Choji's father, the thin young man Choji, is wise and intelligent and worthy of a great responsibility.
"That's what happened, but we can't completely confirm it yet." Tsunade shared the information Du Chen told her to Danzo, the group of elders and Ding Zuo, but she did not say the source of the information.
As Hokage, is it strange to have your own special source of information?
"Should we inform the major countries about this news?" Tsunade asked.
Everyone present was slightly silent. After a moment, Ding Zao said: "Since the news is still uncertain, let's prepare Konoha's defense first. As for the other major countries, we'd better just wait and see."
Danzo Shimura's eyes flashed: "Yes, although Madara is said to be a traitor, he is from Konoha after all. If he did it, it would definitely be detrimental to Konoha in terms of form. Under uncertain circumstances, we have no choice but to
You must take the initiative to look for trouble."
The Uchiha in this world were not exterminated, nor was the Uchiha mirror killed by Danzo, so Danzo's eyes were intact, his right arm was intact, and only the X-shaped scar on his chin remained.
Tsunade and the advisors looked at each other and acquiesced to a bystander attitude.
Although neither Choza nor Danzo said it clearly, Akatsuki's attack on several other ninja villages, whether they succeeded in capturing the jinchuriki or not, would weaken the strength of the other major ninja villages.
If the other major ninja villages kill the members of Akatsuki, Konoha will also be happy to see it happen.
Therefore, Akatsuki's attack on the four major ninja villages is not a bad thing for Konoha.
As for whether Akatsuki will pose a threat to Konoha after taking away the tailed beast?
Anyway, the other tailed beasts no longer belong to Konoha. As long as the nine tails are kept, it doesn't matter who controls the other tailed beasts.
Moreover, Konoha now knows the identity of the mastermind behind the scenes and Akatsuki's headquarters. Once Akatsuki captures the Jinchuuriki, Konoha can even directly attack Akatsuki's headquarters.
When the time comes, they can all be caught in one fell swoop.
Soon, the top management reached an agreement. Konoha would strictly defend the Nine-Tails and not notify the four great ninjas about Akatsuki and Madara for the time being. They would wait and see what happens.
Although doing this is morally unjustifiable, as a leader, ensuring the development of his own territory is the most important thing. As for his opponents, of course, the weaker they are, the better.
After the meeting.
"Minato, there is a confidential task for you now." Tsunade seriously handed an encrypted report to Du Chen.
Du Chen opened it and saw that it was the secret agent contacting Gaara Kazekage.
It stands to reason that even a Jonin is not qualified to watch Kage-level secret reports. However, Minato is in a special situation. He has already known about it, and his son Namikaze Menma has a close relationship with Gaara Kazekage. With the knowledge, it is easier to persuade Kazekage.
Film reached strategic cooperation.
"Although the advisors unanimously decided to adopt a bystander strategy against Akatsuki's actions, if the person behind the scenes is really Madara, once he controls the tailed beast, Konoha will not be able to fight against it. We need at least one reliable ally." Tsunade.
said.
Du Chen nodded.
Tsunade's meaning is very clear. Although Akatsuki attacks the jinchuriki to weaken other ninja villages, which is a good thing from the general perspective, in fact, there is a crisis hidden in it. When the ninja villages lose their tailed beasts and cannot withstand Madara's offensive,
No matter how well-preserved Konoha's strength is, it cannot escape the end of destruction.
Therefore, regardless of whether Xiao Xiao succeeds or not, Konoha cannot fight alone.
Among the many shinobi villages in the world, Konoha chose Sunagakure as the partner.
One is that the two villages are adjacent and can help each other. The other is because Gaara Kazekage's relationship with Konoha has eased after he came to power. Moreover, he is a one-tail jinchuriki. Helping Gaara can directly bring the two families closer.
, form an alliance.
"Okay." Du Chen nodded.
"Bring a few chunin with you, and I will arrange a border reconnaissance mission for you as a cover." Tsunade said.
This secret mission was carried out by her and Ding Zao without telling Danzo and his advisors. Of course, there had to be a cover.
"Then I will take Menma and his team with me." Du Chen said.
"That's fine." Du Chen's choice was in line with Tsunade's wishes.
Menma and Gaara were friendly, and he used to be more forceful towards forming alliances.
Although Menma, Sasuke and Sakura have been promoted to chunin and no longer need to lead a team of jounin, it is also reasonable to configure one jounin and three chunin for border reconnaissance.
Evening, Namikaze house.
"Really, Hokage-sama assigned you a mission, and you actually left me behind..." Uzumaki Kushina pursed her lips and said dissatisfiedly when she learned that her husband and son were going to carry out the mission.
"The main reason is that we are going to the border this time, and we may go deep into the Kingdom of Wind. The wind and sand there are strong, so I don't want you to have to work hard." Du Chen said in a Minato tone.
"Hmph." Uzumaki Kushina snorted softly, and then said: "By the way, isn't Akatsuki planning Kyuubi again? Is it really okay to let Menma go to the border to perform tasks?"
"Don't worry, we will set off secretly this time. When Akatsuki thinks Menma is still in Konoha, we happen to be already outside, which will make it safer." Du Chen said.
"Is that so..." Uzumaki Kushina is a mother after all. Knowing that her son has become the target of a group of S-class scum and rebellious ninja, it is of course impossible for her to not care.
"It's okay, don't worry, even if Akatsuki does come, I can still protect myself with my strength." Menma said calmly.
"Little devil." Uzumaki Kushina felt comforted and angry every time she saw Menma acting like a little adult.
"Okay, Menma, have a good rest tonight, we'll set off tomorrow." Du Chen said to Menma.
Menma gave a perfunctory hum and turned around to go back to his room.
"Husband..." Uzumaki Kushina still looked at Du Chen with some worry.
"Don't worry, as long as I'm here, I will protect your son." Du Chen comforted him again.
Since I have played this role, I naturally have to act like it.
"Yeah." Kushina nodded, and then she saw Minato's eyes that made it clear.
"..." Kushina looked at Minato shyly, why did she come before the mission?
"Little Pepper, I'm afraid I won't be seen for many days this time." Du Chen hugged Kushina in a princess hug and walked straight back to the room.
Since I am playing Minato, I have to play the role of husband well.
After half a night, Kushina drew circles on Du Chen's body with a green-white finger: "You must be careful."
"Yeah." Du Chen nodded lightly.
"Kyuubi is now being targeted by Akatsuki. The members of that organization are all S-class rebel ninjas. They are all extremely vicious monsters. Moreover, Menma has a special status. There may be obstacles within Konoha."
"Haha, don't worry." Du Chen said without any concern.
Did the obstacles within Konoha hinder him?
[Author's digression]: There was originally a small plot with Kushina, but it didn't work out twice, so I deleted it...