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"Hiruzen Sarutobi, is this your stance as well?"

A ignored Haru's warning, as this was no longer a mere war of words but a conflict between two villages.

"Yes."

Hiruzen responded decisively. With the situation having escalated to this point, there was no reason to back down.

Moreover, the possibility of war with Kumogakure had already been discussed during Konoha's high-level meetings.

Peace achieved through war endures, while peace sought through compromise perishes.

First, it was Kushina, and now it was Hinata Hyūga.

If such schemes weren't nipped in the bud, who knew when Kumogakure might try something similar again?

And Haru was right.

From the very beginning, Kumogakure had never taken the alliance treaty seriously.

In their eyes, a fragile alliance agreement was nothing more than a cover for their kidnapping attempts.

"That's correct."

Hiruzen looked directly at A, his voice firm. "What Haru said is exactly what I wanted to convey."

"What?!"

Not only A but everyone present, including Mifune, was stunned.

Especially Mifune. Although he was a representative of a neutral nation, he was well-informed about the shinobi world.

In his impression, the kind and gentle Hiruzen had always been a peace-loving dove.

Was he really willing to risk starting a war just to protect a murderer?

"This isn't about protecting one side or the other. It's about the dignity of a great nation. Kumogakure kidnapped Hinata first, and to protect the Hyūga clan's heiress, the representative was killed on the spot."

"It was Kumogakure who first violated the alliance treaty, yet you expect us to bear the consequences. Isn't that laughable?"

Haru raised his hand and slammed it on the table, unleashing his chakra and shattering the entire conference table.

"If the Fourth Raikage can't provide an explanation, then let's start a full-scale war!"

"We won't stop until one village is completely destroyed!"

Haru's words were resolute, and even Hiruzen was taken aback by his boldness.

After all, this was a Kage Summit.

Once war was declared, it would become a reality.

Moreover, Haru had previously stated that his goal wasn't war but peace. He wanted to strike Kumogakure first, make them aware of Konoha's sharp fangs, and then sit down to negotiate peace.

But now, he was declaring a war of annihilation.

From the First Great Ninja War until now, even the most brutal conflicts had never reached the level of destroying an entire nation or village.

Even the Fourth Raikage was momentarily stunned.

Since becoming the Raikage, he had never encountered someone who dared to speak to him like this.

"Enough!"

Mifune stood up abruptly, glaring at Haru. "Hiruzen, get this reckless fool out of here immediately."

"At this moment…"

While everyone's attention was focused on Haru, Fu's gaze fell on Darui, who stood behind the Raikage.

Although Fu was here as Hiruzen's guard, he had received orders from Danzō.

His mission was to assassinate the Fourth Raikage and disrupt the meeting.

If A could severely injure Haru or Hiruzen, that would be even better.

Perhaps this mission would require sacrificing his life, but as a member of the Root organization, Yamato had long since disregarded his own life.

Danzō's orders were absolute.

Seizing the opportunity, Yamato swiftly performed a hand seal, activating the Yamanaka clan's unique secret technique.

"Mind Body Switch Technique!"

As the technique activated, Fu's body collapsed, and his consciousness entered Darui's body.

In the blink of an eye, before anyone could react, Fu drew the sword from Darui's back and thrust it toward the Fourth Raikage's neck.

"Darui!"

Shi was startled by the sudden turn of events and immediately moved to intervene.

At the critical moment, the sword in Darui's hand froze mid-air, unable to advance further.

Darui's expression twisted in pain.

The Mind Body Switch Technique wasn't a complete control over another person but a battle of wills.

Only if the user's will was stronger than the target's could they fully control them.

Although Fu believed he had chosen the perfect moment and target, he had underestimated Darui's loyalty to the Fourth Raikage.

"I'm sorry, Lord Raikage…"

Darui's voice was low and pained as he released the sword.

Clang!

The sword fell to the ground, and everyone's attention turned to Yamato.

"FU"

Hiruzen's face turned pale. From what had just happened, he quickly realized that this was the Yamanaka clan's secret technique.

But he never expected Yamato to attempt an assassination during the Kage Summit.

"Danzō again…"

Hiruzen quickly understood.

Combined with the intelligence brought by Torune, he realized why Danzō had gathered so many Root members.

This was indeed Danzō's style. Whether the assassination succeeded or failed, the situation would work in his favor.

If it succeeded, there was no need to explain.

Even if it failed, the Fourth Raikage would direct his fury at Hiruzen.

On the way back to Konoha, Danzō could repeat his tactics and eliminate both Hiruzen and Haru.

"Get out of my body!"

Although Darui always appeared lazy, his loyalty to the Fourth Raikage and Kumogakure was no less than Fu's.

In this battle of wills, he completely overwhelmed Fu, expelling his consciousness from his body.

"Failed…"

Fu, now back in his own body, looked tense.

Their situation had become even more precarious.

A had always been hot-tempered. Haru's words alone had infuriated him, and now, with someone attempting to assassinate him by invading Darui's mind, his anger knew no bounds.

The moment Fu was forced out, A activated his high-speed movement technique, appearing in front of the crouching Yamato. His right hand, covered in Lightning Release chakra, swung down like a blade.

At this moment, he didn't care about war or Hiruzen's presence.

How dare they do such a thing to his subordinate!

Only Fu's death could quell his rage.

However, Hiruzen couldn't stand by and watch Fu be killed. He kicked Fu's shoulder, using the force to embed him into the conference room wall.

A's hand blade missed its target, instead smashing the floor into pieces.