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Haru's words instantly caused an uproar.

No one had expected that a guard standing behind Hiruzen Sarutobi would say such a thing.

Even Hiruzen's face showed a look of surprise.

As for Mifune, the general of the Land of Iron, he glared fiercely at Haru, as if emphasizing that this was not the place for him to speak.

The Fourth Raikage, A, widened his eyes in disbelief.

In truth, Haru didn't need to remind anyone of this.

Everyone present knew exactly what had happened.

Hiruzen knew, Mifune knew, and A knew even better who had orchestrated this operation.

But…

This was how high-level meetings often went. Everyone tacitly understood the obvious.

After all, at this level of negotiation, the cause of the incident wasn't the focus.

What mattered most were the cards on the table and the hard power behind them.

And from any angle, Kumogakure was clearly stronger than Konohagakure at this moment.

Haru's words not only shocked everyone but also made Hiruzen's expression turn grim.

In just a few breaths, A had recovered from his surprise.

However, what A never expected was that Haru didn't care about the atmosphere in the room or the gazes directed at him.

Haru took a step forward, standing beside Hiruzen, and looked directly at the Fourth Raikage, using a tone that was almost accusatory.

"What?"

"As the Raikage of Kumogakure, do you not even have the courage to admit what you've done?"

"Enough!" Mifune's voice was low and stern. He had never imagined that a guard brought by Hiruzen would be so outspoken.

Did Konoha really want to start a war?

And Hiruzen…

When Haru raised this question, he had chosen to remain silent.

Such rude behavior didn't he worry that Haru would ruin this rare opportunity to reestablish the alliance?

In fact, not only were the Land of Iron and Kumogakure baffled by this turn of events.

Even Fu, who was also a guard, was completely bewildered.

He couldn't help but glance at Haru's profile.

Was this guy… out of his mind?

How could such a thing be brought up so openly?

And from his attitude, it seemed like Haru was trying to force the Fourth Raikage to admit his actions.

Did he really think he alone could pressure the Fourth Raikage into admitting fault?

And then what? Sweep it under the rug?

"Hiruzen Sarutobi." Mifune's face was pale as he looked at the Hokage of Konoha. Before entering this room, he had specifically told Hiruzen.

If he just showed a little humility, Mifune would do everything in his power to help the two villages reestablish their alliance.

To bring peace to Kumogakure and Konohagakure after so much conflict.

In fact, Mifune himself had facilitated this meeting.

Yet all his efforts might be wasted because of Haru's words.

But what surprised Mifune the most was that Hiruzen didn't scold Haru or even try to stop him.

"Am I wrong?"

"The representative from Kumogakure, under the guise of forming an alliance, infiltrated the Hyūga clan's compound at night and attempted to kidnap the heiress, Hinata Hyūga."

"It's hard to believe that a village seeking an alliance would send someone so reckless."

"Unless… he was on a secret mission to Konoha."

Haru paused briefly before continuing, "Fourth Raikage, this seems to be a common tactic for Kumogakure."

"What did you say!" Yugito shouted at Haru.

If his earlier words were just impulsive, his current statement was clearly aimed at tearing apart the alliance.

Even the Fourth Raikage, A, was now visibly shocked.

Not because Haru had revealed the truth, but because of his behavior and Hiruzen's attitude.

"What is the meaning of this?"

A's voice was low, and he could no longer lean back in his chair. He leaned forward, one arm resting on the table as if he might flip it at any moment.

In his view, if Hiruzen hadn't given the order, Haru wouldn't have been so disrespectful.

However, Hiruzen had indeed not given any such order. He hadn't expected Haru to be so assertive during the meeting.

But at the same time, he saw a familiar figure in Haru.

Tobirama Senju!

When negotiating with other villages, Tobirama had always maintained a firm stance, securing many advantages for Konoha.

Even Danzō had been influenced by Tobirama's methods.

Moreover, Hiruzen knew very well that negotiations between villages weren't about who was right or wrong but about the strength of the villages.

Perhaps Konoha had indeed declined after the Nine-Tails' rampage.

But now, Haru's presence had filled the void left by Minato Namikaze.

Most importantly…

This incident had been a scheme orchestrated by Kumogakure, and Hiruzen no longer intended to follow the old policy.

Sacrificing the village for the sake of peace.

Perhaps letting Haru emphasize Konoha's stance was a good thing.

"Isn't that the case?"

Haru responded to A's question. "Over a decade ago, Kumogakure sent people to kidnap Kushina Uzumaki. Fourth Raikage, don't tell me you don't remember that."

A's eyes widened in shock. He never expected Haru to bring up such an old incident.

He didn't just know about it he was intimately familiar with the details.

At the time, Konoha's higher-ups had thought Kumogakure was after the Uzumaki clan's sealing techniques.

But the truth was, they had been targeting the Nine-Tails.

Among all the tailed beasts, the Nine-Tails was the strongest.

If Kumogakure could obtain a perfect Jinchūriki for the Nine-Tails, no one in the shinobi world could stand against them.

"First it was Kushina, and now it's Hinata Hyūga."

Haru shook his head. "What exactly is an alliance treaty in the eyes of Kumogakure? A fragile piece of paper?"

"If Kumogakure can't even show the most basic sincerity…"

Suddenly, A, unable to sit still any longer, stood up. He had expected Hiruzen to stop this outspoken guard, but Hiruzen simply sat there in silence.

Bang!

A's fist slammed into the table, causing cracks to spread across its surface.

"Do you want to start a war?!"

A's voice was low, his gaze like that of a beast eyeing its prey.

Long before planning this operation, he had prepared for the worst.

And he had thoroughly analyzed the power balance between Konoha and Kumo.

Currently, Konoha had no Jinchūriki to deploy in battle.

"Hey!"

In such a tense situation, it was Mifune who looked anxious, shouting at Hiruzen, "Hiruzen, make this guy step down now!"

Bang!

Haru stepped onto the table, his presence overwhelming the room. "Don't say I didn't warn you."