Ch-58 She will not participate.

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All the Kages there breathed a sigh of relief as soon as Kagutsuchi left the conference room. The air seemed to relax, giving the worn-out leaders a temporary break from the tension. After standing since Kagutsuchi's entrance, the General of the Iron Country finally gave in and slumped onto a separate chair. He was unable to take Kagutsuchi's previous position because of the weight of fear that had been hanging over him.

Just then, a soldier snuck up behind the General and leaned in to sneak a private word into his ear. The General nodded in agreement as though the soldier's remarks had touched a nerve inside of him. He made a purposeful but quiet movement to clear his throat in an effort to get everyone in the room to pay attention. "There are members of ANBU from each village who deliver news from the Uzumaki Country," he said, addressing the audience in an assertive manner.

Quick to react, the Raikage immediately said, "Bring them in, without delay."

The soldier quickly left the room in response to the Raikage's order, only to return a short while later with the ANBU members. Each ANBU agent entered the Kage's chamber with an attitude of the utmost respect while wearing their distinguishing outfit. Each ANBU agent had a whispered conversation with their superior, a communication that served as a measure of trust and truthfulness. They weren't given permission to proceed until their identities and loyalty were established.

The Kages looked at one another as their expressions changed in response to the news. What are the plans of Uzumaki Country? the Raikage asked, breaking the stillness.

Onoki's statement, "Yeah, that doesn't align with the direction of any big villages," showed how perplexed the Kages were. Everyone in attendance was perplexed.

At this point, Orochimaru moved close and spoke to Hiruzen, "You appear to be forgetting something, sensei. The major villages do not hold all of the tailed beasts."

Everyone in the room was moved by Orochimaru's comments, and a sudden insight hit them all. "Takigakure" was pronounced by the Kages almost simultaneously.

The Third Kazekage commented, "It appears that Uzumaki Kagutsuchi is training his clan members instead of joining them. They must be seeking to catch the seven-tailed beast."

"What should we do?" the Mizukage asked, his voice filled with confusion.

The Third Raikage firmly said, "Nothing should be done. We just don't have the luxury of diverting our attention away from the impending conflict with Kagutsuchi." His remarks exuded determination and urgency.

The Kage reached a unanimous decision. Each leader recognised the validity of the Raikage's point of view, seeing the critical need of devoting all of their efforts toward battling Kagutsuchi rather than being involved in extraneous things.

"As I previously stated, I am confident in my capacity to defeat Kagutsuchi if we can somehow contain him," Onoki, the Tsuchikage, remarked. Despite the difficulties they were facing, his tone was upbeat.

The Raikage responded with a reasonable concern, saying, "While your confidence is commendable, have you not noticed his mastery of space-time ninjutsu, which allows him to travel long distances with ease? The most difficult challenge we must overcome is restraint." His statements were realistic and unsettling.

This remark seemed to increase Onoki's rage, prompting him to react forcefully, "Do you have a superior answer, then?" His speech was filled with rage and defiance.

Hiruzen, the Hokage, stepped in to try to calm the situation down. "Rather than indulging in pointless debates, we should rely on our village ninjas and speak with our village clans. We can create a comprehensive plan if we work together. Let's get together in two days to complete our strategy "His words were loaded with knowledge and diplomacy.

The Kage nodded in response, convinced by Hiruzen's diplomatic approach. Onoki took a dramatic step, rising from his chair and declaring, "Today's Five Kage Summit has come to an end. We will reassemble in this room in two days to choose the best terrain for our combat with Kagutsuchi on that day."

Every Kage present nodded silently, the weight of their obligations obvious in their eyes. They departed the conference room one by one, bidding farewell to the Iron Country and beginning their respective journeys back to their villages.

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Finally, the next morning in Konoha, Hiruzen sat with the heads of various clans and some elite Jonin inside the Hokage's office.

Everyone had a scroll that contained all of the information from the Five Kage summit. "I would like to hear your opinions on this matter," Hiruzen said after everyone had finished reading.

Nara Shinichi stood up and spoke his mind, saying, "Given Mito-immense sama's power, it shouldn't be impossible to temporarily restrain Uzumaki Kagutsuchi. If all of the Kage unleash their most powerful attacks within that time frame, there is a good chance of inflicting significant damage on Uzumaki Kagutsuchi."

Tsunade stood up and announced something on behalf of her grandmother. All eyes were drawn to Tsunade, eager to hear what she had to say on Mito's behalf.

"My grandmother expressed her dissatisfaction with the darkness that has descended on our village. She lacks the will and courage to confront her uncle for a dark village where everywhere there is politics. As a result, she will not take part in the battle against her uncle. This decision, however, only applies to her and not to the entire Senju clan. The Senju clan will take an active role in the battle "Tsunade's identity was revealed.

The room fell silent as everyone absorbed Tsunade's words, reflecting on the significance of Mito's decision.

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