Chapter 249: Oonoki and A, both want to be in command!

As for how the other villages arranged themselves, that was their business.

In short, Yan would take care of the follow-up matters for Konohagakure.

The Kage Summit would still be held in the neutral Land of Iron.

This was a requirement from the other villages.

Kumogakure Village wanted the location to be in their own village, but the other villages were not willing.

So Land of Iron became the best choice.

Since she took over a difficult situation, Tsunade didn't want to deal with the Hokage guard.

Thus, her safety during travel was still handled by the reformed Anbu.

"For this Kage Summit, Konohagakure doesn't need to get too involved. Kumogakure Village will take the lead; we just need to avoid making things worse. Iwagakure Village will take care of stirring things up."

When it comes to the Kage Summit, there is an important issue that needs attention: command authority.

Everyone wants to hold that power.

Even Konohagakure is no exception.

However, Kumogakure Village has already bought off Konohagakure, so the command authority is basically out of their hands, and it's up to the other four villages to fight for it.

Although Konohagakure doesn't need to fight for command, they also can't openly support Kumogakure Village.

"One command authority is enough for them to argue about."

If one village gathers five ninja teams without a single unified commander, there will definitely be a power struggle. Imagine five great ninja villages coming together—it's guaranteed to lead to a big fight over it.

At least Kumogakure Village and Iwagakure Village won't give up easily.

Oonoki and A both have a strong desire for control, so getting them to give up their command is quite difficult.

"By the way, Shizune has been acting strangely lately. She even thinks I've been visiting your house a bit too much."

Mentioning this matter made Tsunade angry. 

"Are you being a bit too nosy for a secretary?" 

"Can you blame me?" 

Yan gave Tsunade a look that said, "You figure it out." 

Yan and Tsunade walked in front, quietly chatting, while the Anbu followed far behind. 

With light gear, the group entered the Land of Iron in just one day. 

Unlike Iwagakure Village and Kumogakure Village, who wanted to control everything, Yan and Tsunade were pressed for time. 

They arrived around the same time as Kirigakure Village and Sunagakure Village. 

Yan didn't want to see Onoki and Raikage glaring at each other, exchanging veiled insults. 

"I didn't expect the Hokage to arrive last." 

Just as they entered, Rasa greeted Tsunade, having arrived with Sunagakure Village. 

"I didn't expect Kazekage to be so eager to leave the Land of Wind and come to the Land of Iron. It seems Kazekage is quite determined about the Akatsuki." 

With a smile, Tsunade lightly fired back at Rasa's jab. 

The meeting was already filled with tension, even though it was just Konohagakure and Sunagakure Village. 

It was easy to imagine what it would be like with Iwagakure Village and Kumogakure Village together. 

After being put in his place by Tsunade, Rasa had no desire to continue the exchange and led his team ahead. 

Yan and Tsunade followed behind, and Tsunade sneered, 

"This guy finally decided to leave the desert. I thought he could dig for minerals forever." 

The news about Sunagakure Village's Kazekage relying on mining to make a living was no secret in the ninja world, but few dared to say it openly. 

"....." 

Tsunade's voice wasn't quiet, so Rasa walking in front could definitely hear her. 

His lips twitched slightly, but Rasa didn't react, continuing to lead his team into the venue. 

This meeting of the five Kage wasn't too formal, so there was no need for people from the Land of Iron to act as mediators. 

The five great ninja villages were doing their own thing, simply using the Land of Iron's territory. 

Letting the Land of Iron people mediate? 

It hadn't come to that point yet. 

The guards from each village stayed outside, allowing only one person to enter. 

The Anbu remained outside while Yan and Tsunade entered. 

In the spacious conference room, representatives from Sunagakure Village, Iwagakure Village, Kirigakure Village, and Kumogakure Village were already seated, waiting for Konohagakure. 

As they walked into the conference room, Tsunade took off her hat and placed it on the table before sitting in the chair representing Konohagakure, with Yan standing behind her.

There was no need for much observation; the air was thick with the smell of gunpowder. 

The tension between Oonoki and Raikage, who were sitting close together, was palpable. 

It was clear that the two had exchanged some words before the other villages arrived, but it hadn't gone well. 

"Since Hokage is here, let's begin the Five Kage Summit." 

Raikage jumped in before Oonoki and announced the start of the meeting as the host. 

"Humph!" 

Oonoki glanced at Raikage and snorted but didn't stand up to interrupt. He just sat in his chair, looking a bit unhappy. 

Fortunately, the Land of Iron had made Oonoki's chair higher; otherwise, at his height, he would have only been level with the tabletop. 

"Everyone, our purpose here is simple: to discuss the Akatsuki organization and Amegakure Village. It would be better for both of you to tone it down a bit." 

Tsunade and Rasa stayed silent, while Yagura, unable to watch any longer, warned Oonoki and Raikage. 

The five major ninja villages should be on equal footing; don't take it too far! 

Other villages hadn't even expressed their opinions yet, and you two were already fighting for control. 

Do you think the voices of Kirigakure, Sunagakure, and Konohagakure don't matter? 

"I mean no offense, but Raikage is a bit overbearing. While it's true that Kumogakure is the host of this summit, it seems rather tyrannical for Raikage to try to take control." 

As soon as Yagura finished speaking, Oonoki jumped in to accuse Raikage Raikage and stirred the pot. 

He wanted to shift the blame to Ai, getting others to target him too. 

"Tsuchikage, don't go too far!" 

Raikage, who already had dark skin, seemed to get even darker. 

Yagura shook his head slightly; how did things get worse? 

Rasa silently watched Oonoki and Raikage, knowing full well what was happening. 

What's the point? Sunagakure couldn't compete with Iwagakure or Kumogakure. 

Rasa knew he couldn't match up to Oonoki or Raikage. 

So why get involved? Just watch them squabble. 

I knew it. 

Tsunade wanted to roll her eyes; this was why she didn't want to attend the Five Kage Summit. 

Nothing would get accomplished, and the tension was thick. 

"Enough, you two. We're here to respond to the five great ninja villages' joint effort against Amegakure and the Akatsuki, not to watch you argue." 

Konohagakure couldn't easily take a stance, but when it was their turn to speak, they still needed to make their presence known. 

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