Chapter 185

In the world, coincidences are rare, and most events are the result of human intervention. This includes the ongoing Daimyo talks, where someone inquired about the location of the meeting room. It turned out to be the same room used for the Five Kages' meeting. This puzzled the Mizu no Kuni Daimyo, an elderly man who couldn't believe that Tetsu no Kuni couldn't secure a better room. However, the Tetsu no Kuni Admiral explained that their nation was poor and couldn't provide more suitable accommodations.

Upon hearing this, the Daimyos nodded with satisfaction, appreciating the irony of using the enemy's meeting place to strategize against them. It was a display of their nobility and ingenuity.

Once everyone was seated, the Kaze no Kuni Daimyo, driven by their perceived strength and arrogance, stood up confidently. They acted as if they had already defeated Hitoshi and the Five Great Hidden Villages.

However, the purpose of this meeting was not to discuss how to deal with the Five Great Hidden Villages, but rather to divide the spoils of war. The Kaze no Kuni Daimyo began their speech, emphasizing the need for unity to defeat the Five Great Hidden Villages one by one. They described these Hidden Villages as malignant tumors that needed to be eradicated. The Daimyo's words were met with applause, as they presented themselves as saviors and heroes of the world.

The Kaze no Kuni Daimyo became even more excited by the applause, gesturing for everyone to quiet down. They proposed a comprehensive plan, suggesting that they unite their forces, utilize Tetsu no Kuni's Chakra weapons, and amass hundreds of thousands of samurai troops. With their financial resources and natural reserves, they believed they had the power to wipe out the world and establish an alliance to rule together, bringing lasting peace to the world.

As they spoke, the Kaze no Kuni Daimyo felt a surge of power and correctness in their ideas. They believed themselves to be divine and saviors of the world. Other Daimyos were also captivated by their vision, feeling a sense of accomplishment and peak satisfaction.

Meanwhile, the Tetsu no Kuni Admiral, amidst the alluring blue scene, felt a deeper purpose. They expressed their willingness to support the Daimyos wholeheartedly, envisioning themselves leading the samurai troops of various nations in a passionate charge against the cancer of the Shinōbi World. The Admiral's words sparked a fierce slogan in the meeting room, with Daimyos standing up, waving their arms, and shouting in excitement.

They all saw a future where Hidden Villages crumbled before their mighty armies, and the Five Kages kneeled in submission, begging for forgiveness. The self-hypnosis and self-encouragement ran deep, driving them into a state of madness. However, as Daimyos, they lacked an understanding of the peculiarities of Ninjutsu, unaware of techniques like Tōmegane no Jutsu.

Unbeknownst to them, an "invisible" individual in the corner of the room was using the crystal ball provided by Sarutobi Hiruzen, the Sāndaime Hokage, to observe the proceedings. In Konoha Hidden Village, Sarutobi Hiruzen and the Clan Leaders of Shinōbi Clan watched the live broadcast with amusement.

Sarutobi Hiruzen chuckled, exhaling a smoke ring, and asked for their opinions. Shimura Danzo, unimpressed by the Daimyos' fantasies, suggested using the Ninja army to attack and destroy the samurai troops, as well as joining forces with other Hidden Villages to assault Mount Sanrō in Tetsu no Kuni.

Sarutobi Hiruzen hesitated, prompting the Clan Leader of Nara to speak up. They proposed clearing out a gang of thieves that were causing havoc and heading towards Daimyo City. Other attendees were shocked by Nara Clan Leader's dark suggestion, recognizing the simplicity and effectiveness of using others to eliminate their enemies.

Sarutobi Hiruzen, weary from his responsibilities as Hokage, agreed to the plan, emphasizing the need to protect Daimyo's safety. The discussion revealed the complexities and challenges of leadership, and Sarutobi Hiruzen once again found himself facing the pressures of being Hokage, while Shimura Danzo couldn't help but acknowledge that Sarutobi Hiruzen's charisma and grace made him unfit for the position.