Hiashi Hyuga felt a little surprised, not expecting this Uchiha cnsman to be so resolute.

  Perhaps this was the difference between the Hyuga cn and the Uchiha cn.

  Since the Uchiha cn dispyed the pride of a noble house, the Hyuga cn's pride should also not fall into degradation.

  He looked at his fellow cnsmen around him. He saw that they, too, were deeply moved.

  Then he spoke sternly, "An Uchiha cnsman, who has nothing to do with this matter, has such resolve. Should we, the Hyuga cn at the center of this matter, retreat?"

  "If we combine the strength of the Uchiha and Hyuga cns on the front lines, even if the Fourth Raikage himself comes to the battlefield, there is nothing to fear."

  The Hyuga cnsmen, who had already felt somewhat repressed, became excited.

  "The cn leader is right. If we gather the elites of the two great cns, along with the other ninjas of the vilge, the Cloud Vilge won't stand a chance against us."

  Even Hizashi Hyuga, who had been willing to sacrifice his life, now felt a bit ridiculous.

  Sacrificing himself to appease the enemy's anger felt utterly unworthy.

  The Third Hokage, seeing the situation, was deeply shocked.

  The Hyuga cn had actually been roused by an Uchiha cnsman and now wanted war.

  What an evil Uchiha cnsman. If war breaks out again, how many cnsmen will be sacrificed? Moreover, such actions clearly aim to pull the Hyuga cn closer to the Uchiha.

  The Second Hokage had expined to him before, putting the Uchiha Police Force in charge of Konoha's security wasn't just to appease them but also to create tension between them and other factions in the vilge.

  This way, no matter how strong the Uchiha cn became, they couldn't gain support from other factions and thus would never reach the Hokage's position.

  The Second Hokage's decision was absolutely correct.

  The Uchiha cn indeed had no capability to compete for the Hokage's position anymore.

  If the Uchiha cn were to take the Hokage seat, it would be too dangerous, possibly even sparking a war.

  But what could he do now?

  If he forcibly demanded the Hyuga cn sacrifice themselves to appease the Cloud Vilge's anger,

  Not only would he offend the Hyuga cn, but even if he forced it, the Hyuga cn might not agree.

  It was all because of this Uchiha cnsman.

  Moreover, the Hyuga cn would rather trust the Uchiha than follow his decision as the Hokage.

  What a grave offense.

  He devised a bold pn: Since both cns intend to join forces against the Cloud Vilge, let them have their way.

  War would inevitably lead to casualties.

  By then, both cns would suffer significant losses, which would still be advantageous for him as the Third Hokage.

  He spoke slowly, "Since you've already decided, let's proceed as you wish. Tomorrow morning, meet here to convey your decision to the Cloud Vilge representatives."

  "Yes, Third Hokage." Hiashi Hyuga said with a serious expression.

  Not only did he agree with the decision, but so did his cnsmen. There was no need to hesitate.

  The Third Hokage nodded. "It's getting te. Rest early and prepare for tomorrow's meeting with the Cloud Vilge emissaries."

  ———

  The following morning.

  The Third Hokage arrived early at the Hyuga cn's grounds.

  The reason for choosing this pce to meet the Cloud Vilge ninjas was, of course, to shift some hatred onto the Hyuga cn.

  He wanted the Cloud Vilge to know this was the Hyuga cn's decision, not his.

  To his annoyance, Uchiha Ryousuke was also present.

  But no matter.

  From the behavior of the Cloud Vilge emissary leader, he knew they were intentionally acting weak before him to make him, the Hokage, underestimate them.

  If he had followed Kakashi's advice to have the Anbu closely monitor these people's movements, such an incident wouldn't have occurred.

  The Cloud Vilge remained quite aggressive, which suited his pns.

  The more aggressive, the better. Ideally, the Uchiha and Hyuga cns would fight them to the death.

  Mutual destruction would be perfect, allowing him, the Third Hokage, to reap the benefits.

  Before long, Samui of the Cloud Vilge, leading several ninjas, arrived at the Hyuga cn's grounds.

  Seeing the fierce expressions of the Hyuga cn members around her, she had a bad feeling.

  Upon entering the reception room, she couldn't help but speak first. "Third Hokage, after a night of deliberation, has your Konoha Vilge decided on a satisfactory expnation for us Cloud Vilge?"

  "Hand over the person who killed our emissary leader."

  The Third Hokage calmly replied, "After st night's discussions, the Uchiha and Hyuga cns believe you should provide Konoha with an expnation."

  "After all, it was your people who acted improperly, attempting to abduct the Hyuga family's main family eldest daughter."

  Samui, her face filled with resentment, said,

  "This is snder."

  "We never did such a thing. The emissary leader died outside the Hyuga cn's grounds."

  "If Konoha insists on this, I will report to the Fourth Raikage to avenge our fallen comrade."

  The Third Hokage, faced with such threats, showed no signs of urgency.

  He no longer hoped for peace. Instead, he welcomed war—the more intense, the better.

  After all, he wouldn't have to fight himself.

  With the Uchiha and Hyuga cns, they were more than enough to csh with the Cloud Vilge ninjas to the death.

  Hiashi Hyuga spoke up at this time, "Stop pretending. Such excuses can only fool children."

  "If it's war you want, the Hyuga and Uchiha cns will be waiting for you at Konoha's borders."

  Samui was deeply shocked.

  The other party actually wanted war, which was entirely different from her expectations.

  She looked at the Third Hokage. "Is this the decision of Konoha Vilge?"

  "Indeed," the Third Hokage said without hesitation.

  Seeing this situation, Samui knew intimidation would no longer work.

  Leaving a harsh parting remark, she prepared to leave. "Then prepare for another war."

  After speaking, she turned to leave with her people.

  A voice called out from behind her, "Don't back out now. Whoever doesn't show up is a coward."

  Ryousuke's actions were naturally intended to provoke the opponent and ensure they attacked Konoha.

  To be honest, he didn't want the war to end like this.

  After all, his father had died at the hands of the Cloud Vilge.

  Although he had never met him, from his memories, he knew his parents in this world looked very simir to those from his previous life.

  Naturally, he had to avenge them.

  His words indeed provoked Samui's fury.

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