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Kakashi, Shisui, and the others were both surprised and suspicious.
Shisui murmured to himself, "So, the war is about to begin again?"
Kakashi frowned deeply. "This is bad."
"Don't be so pessimistic."
After briefly recalling his memories from his previous life, Fang Yuan shook his head. "Things aren't that bad. At most, it'll just be a small-scale skirmish. As long as we defeat the Hidden Cloud Village beforehand, they'll naturally withdraw their troops."
As far as I can remember, a minor conflict did indeed break out between Konoha and Kumogakure after the Third Shinobi World War.
This war also led to subsequent events.
When the representatives of Kumogakure came to Konoha to sign the peace treaty, the Kumogakure ninja leader took Hinata hostage and was killed by Hiashi Hyuga.
This incident led to Hyuga Hizashi's death.
Therefore, Fang Yuan felt that this conflict with Yunyin might be quite significant.
But it shouldn't escalate to the point of a Ninja World War.
Should we get involved?
Will this lead to a full-scale ninja war between Kumogakure and Konoha?
From this perspective, I definitely have to go to the border this time.
After listening to Fang Yuan's analysis, the group breathed a slight sigh of relief.
They were all deep in thought.
How about defeating the Cloud Village beforehand?
As they pondered, their gazes unconsciously fell upon Fang Yuan.
Perhaps it's not impossible.
At this time.
The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, raised his hand.
He gestured for everyone to quiet down before adding:
"According to current information, the commanders of Kumogakure are Killer Bee, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, and Darui 20, the Storm Release ninja."
"In addition, Yugito, the Two-Tails Jinchuriki, also appeared in the raiding party."
Yukito?
Kitten?
Upon hearing this, Fang Yuan's eyes suddenly lit up.
Is this a chance to pet a cat?
The Konoha ninjas in the arena were shocked to hear that Kumogakure had sent two Jinchuriki at once.
I was immediately filled with both indignation and worry.
Jinchuriki represent Tailed Beasts, and Tailed Beasts represent destruction.
Unlike Konoha, which treated the Nine-Tails like a precious treasure and kept it hidden away, other ninja villages were truly using the tailed beasts as war machines.
Seeing that everyone was intimidated by the power of the two Jinchūriki from Kumogakure.
Minato Namikaze took a step forward.
He declared in an unquestionable tone:
"You will be formed into an advance team to intercept the invasion of the Hidden Cloud Village."
"As ordered!"
In Minato Namikaze's authoritative tone.
The Konoha ninjas seem to have regained some confidence.
They all bowed and accepted the order.
It's important to know that the Fourth Hokage was a man who held his own against the attack from the Hidden Cloud Village.
The legendary reputation of the Yellow Flash still resonates today.
Minato Namikaze turned to look at Fang Yuan and continued:
"Fang Yuanjun, I would like to ask you to serve as the commander of the advance team..."
"I reject."
Fang Yuan interrupted him directly.
Hiruzen Sarutobi turned his gaze to Fang Yuan.
The wrinkles on her face became more pronounced.
He pondered for a moment and said, "Fang Yuan, now is not the time to be reckless. Facing the Jinchūriki of Kumogakure, only you in Konoha can suppress them."
His words were very apt.
Everyone present nodded in agreement.
Yes, as long as Lord Fang Yuan, who can suppress the Nine-Tails, goes to the front line.
It's just a mere two or eight tails.
How big of a wave can it stir up?
"I'm not saying I won't go to the front lines."
Fang Yuan shook his head, and said passionately, "For the sake of Konoha, I have no choice but to do my duty, but..."
After saying that, he looked at Minato Namikaze and explained:
“Commanding operations has never been my strong suit… I’m better suited for combat, and I will accompany the advance team to the front lines to fight…”
Minato Namikaze's expression softened slightly.
Suddenly, Fang Yuan's image seemed even more imposing.
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded slightly upon hearing this.
Shindo, truly worthy of being the inheritor of the Will of Fire.
Aside from his unlikable personality, Fang Yuan has almost no flaws.
Not to mention the other ninjas who heard him say that.
Upon hearing that Fang Yuan was going to accompany them to the front lines...
The ninjas were all filled with excitement.
"Finally, I'll be fighting alongside Lord Fang Yuan again."
"With Lord Fang Yuan in charge, we are sure to win."
"Lord Fang Yuan..."
"..."
Danzo Shimura, sitting silently in the corner, had his eyes lowered.
Why can't I control public opinion around Fang Yuan? Looks like I need to smear him and spread more rumors...
"Cough cough..."
Hiruzen Sarutobi coughed twice to quell the ninjas' commotion, "In that case, Fang Yuan, you will still be the commander of the advance team, but you don't need to personally lead the troops..."
"Lu Jiu, you will serve as the deputy commander of the advance team. You will be in charge of all the deployments of the advance team."
Nara Shikaku immediately stepped forward and accepted the appointment from the third generation.
Fang Yuan pursed his lips, knowing exactly what was going on in his mind.
Old Deng intended to use his prestige to boost the morale of the ninjas.
After all, Fang Yuan's prestige in Konoha is a factor.
He's probably second only to Minato Namikaze.
"can."
Fang Yuan nodded.
He didn't care, as long as he could go to the front lines.
Hearing that Fang Yuan had finally agreed, Hiruzen Sarutobi breathed a sigh of relief.
If anyone dared to disobey the Hokage's orders in front of so many ninjas, that would be incredibly presumptuous.
But he is Fang Yuan.
Both Hokage were willing to pretend that nothing had happened.
Subsequently, Konoha determined the time for the ninja army to depart in the evening.
The ninjas were given less than three hours to prepare.
Once everything is arranged.
Minato Namikaze glanced at everyone and said:
"Everyone, everything we do is for Konoha."
Fang Yuan: "..."
Why don't you say "for the tribe"?
After a burst of cheers, Minato Namikaze spoke softly again, "Everyone, go back and prepare. I'm entrusting Konoha to you."
shhhhhh...
With a command from the fourth generation.
One after another, figures flashed out of the venue.
Soon, the once bustling venue was reduced to only Hiruzen Sarutobi, Minato Namikaze, Danzo Shimura, Shikaku Nara, and Hogen.
At this moment, Minato Namikaze took out a scroll, handed it to Fang Yuan, and explained:
"This is all the intelligence about the border, recorded in the scroll. It concerns the safety of the village, and you must do everything in your power."
Fang Yuan nodded and took it, then didn't even look at it.
He casually handed it to Nara Shikaku, who was standing next to him.
Things that require brainpower should always be left to professionals.
Minato Namikaze's lips twitched slightly, a hint of helplessness in his expression.
Nara Shikaku dared not delay and quickly replied, "Don't worry, Hokage-sama, we will definitely complete the mission."
Nara Shikaku then needed to prepare for the ninja army's departure, so he left early to make those preparations.
Minato Namikaze looked at Fang Yuan with an apologetic expression. "I'm sorry, Fang Yuan-kun. I was supposed to go."
After all, the Hidden Cloud Village was his old rival.
I cannot go to the front lines.
He always had some regrets.
"There's nothing to apologize for."
Fang Yuan immediately said indignantly, "It's all for Konoha."
At the same time, he couldn't help but think to himself... Since Minato, you apologized, then I'll go find Kushina and ask for compensation later...
Danzo rolled his eyes.
He always felt that Fang Yuan was putting on an act.
But he had no evidence.
"Fang Yuan, there's something else I need to tell you, since it concerns you as well."
But it was Hiruzen Sarutobi who suddenly spoke.
He took out his pipe and started smoking, looking quite melancholy. "A letter has arrived from Sunagakure."