Chapter 108 : Uzu Invasion Plan (Rewrite)

[Months Before Kirito's Arrival]

In the hidden chambers of the Hokage Tower, the top management of Konoha gathered under a cloak of secrecy. Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi sat at the head of the table, flanked by Danzo Shimura. The room was dimly lit, with the only source of illumination being the flickering candles casting dancing shadows on the walls.

"This is a grave matter, and it must remain within these walls. Our village has been growing stronger, but we need to take advantage of the fragile relations between Cloud, Rock, and Mist villages. Uzushiogakure's power cannot be ignored, and we must bring them to their knees before they become a threat." Danzo said

"Hokage-sama, I have been gathering intelligence for quite some time. Uzushiogakure's defences are formidable, but their true strength lies in their sealing techniques. If we could obtain and control their secrets, it would grant us a significant advantage." This time it was Hamura speaking.

"We are an alliance nation. We just want to attack them because we are afraid of their growing power. They are our alliance since the village was formed." Hiruzent Sarutobi said but everyone present in the room knew that he was acting. Hiruzen Sarutobi will never directly speak his mind but he and Danzo are usually at the forefront of every possible dark thing happening in the village.

"You are too soft Hiruzen" Danzo said.

"Danzo, you are playing a dangerous game here. And yes I can see the benefits for the village but this will lead to the second Ninja War" Hiruzen said.

"Agreed direct confrontation will lead to catastrophic losses on both sides and this will enviably will lead to war no matter whether the invasion plan works or not but we need to instigate conflict between Cloud, Rock, and Mist. The tension between them is already high, and with a well-executed plan, we can manipulate them into attacking Uzushiogakure. Its not like if we don't do it then the war will not happen. But if right now we acted then Konoha will continue as the superpower it already has been for many years to come." Danzo said.

"I too agree with Danzo on this one. With Uzumaki sealing knowledge and resources in our hand. We might as well be the strongest nation for the upcoming many decades. Not to mention, this invasion will be very resource heavy on other villagers too. This will inevitably lead to Konoha's smooth victory and many years of peacetime. We are doing this for Konoha and its peace" Koharu added.

"Leave that to me, Third Hokage. I have a network of agents within the other villages. I will sow the seeds of discord and frame each village for various acts of aggression against the others. We'll escalate the situation until a full-blown war erupts." This time Danzo speak before Hiruzen can say anything.

"I don't like this, Danzo, but if it means protecting Konoha and maintaining the balance of power, we have no choice. Just make sure that not all of the Uzumaki are not dead. We also need a Jinchuriki for the nine-tail. Mito Sama is already old and needs to be replaced" Hiruzen said.

"Understood, Hokage-sama." Danzo nodded but had a malicious smile on his face.

And so, the wheels of betrayal and deception were set into motion. Danzo skillfully played puppeteer, manoeuvring the Cloud, Rock, and Mist villages into conflict with one another. Tensions escalated, skirmishes ensued, and trust between the villages rapidly eroded. Uzushiogakure, feeling threatened by the chaos, prepared to defend itself, unaware of the hidden puppet strings pulling the strings of war.

What there were not aware of was that this time around there is just one more person who will be present in the Uzushigakure who knows their true face.

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