"Uh, I'm not really sure about that."
Kawaki couldn't come up with a solid reason. He was just making a guess based on the power of the Third Kazekage's last Ninjutsu[b]Ninjutsu[/b].
"Then what the fuck are you talking about?"
Sakumo threw the cloth for wiping the sword on the low table. His little brother was still as unreliable as ever.
"Hey, even if he's fully recovered, it won't be a big deal."
"However, his Magnet Release[b]Magnet Release[/b] is really troublesome."
As Kawaki said, he became serious. Iron weapons were basically ineffective against Magnet Release[b]Magnet Release[/b].
"After all, he's the Kage of a major village. It's normal for him to be difficult to deal with."
"How's Dai doing now?"
In comparison, Sakumo was more concerned about his best buddy Dai's physical condition.
"He's basically recovered. He can move around without any problem now. He'll join us in a few days."
Kawaki didn't go to the camp at the border, but that didn't stop Dai from sending a message.
"That's good."
Sakumo didn't dwell on the Third Kazekage's injury anymore. Once Dai arrived, Konoha would have an advantage in high - end combat power.
Even with Kawaki's help, the battle was still evenly matched for the time being. But when Dai came, they could find a Breakthrough Point[b]Breakthrough Point[/b].
"Do you miss your wife and Kakashi?"
Kawaki didn't continue the in - depth discussion about the war. Anyway, everything would be discussed at the meeting tomorrow, so he started chatting with Aniki about family matters.
"What a stupid question."
Sakumo inserted his tantō back into its scabbard and placed it on the table. His expression softened.
"By the time I go back, Kakashi might even call me 'Dad'."
Kawaki smiled. He was determined to make Kakashi call him 'Uncle' first.
"What are you up to? Don't even think about it."
"He's my son."
Sakumo was quick to notice something amiss. Looking at Kawaki, he felt that he had bad intentions.
"What do you mean 'your son'? He's my own nephew."
Kawaki wasn't going to back down. Thinking about it, this kind of thing was quite interesting.
"Get out of here."
Sakumo picked up his tantō and was about to hit him. He was already jealous that Kakashi was close to Kawaki.
"With such a narrow mind, how can you be a father? It's better for me to teach Kakashi."
Kawaki took advantage of his position, and Sakumo wasn't going to tolerate him. He chased Kawaki out of the tent.
The Konoha Ninjas on patrol outside immediately looked up at the sky, pretending not to see anything.
You guys fight, we can't see.
Fortunately, Sakumo still cared about his reputation. He pointed the tantō at Kawaki without saying a word.
"Ahem~ It's getting late. I'm going back to rest."
After saying goodbye to Aniki, Kawaki headed towards his own tent.
"This little brat. What good can Kakashi learn from you?"
Sakumo murmured softly and then turned back into the tent.
When Kawaki got back, he saw the two young ones waiting for him in his tent.
"Have you arranged the supplies properly?"
"Yes, teacher (brother - in - law)."
As soon as Kawaki came back, he became a lazybones and left the matter to the two young ones.
He claimed it was an exercise for them, calling it a good way to train them. The two young ones didn't suspect anything and did their jobs very seriously.
"Good job."
"Minato, when we get back, I'll teach you the Flying Raijin[b]Flying Raijin[/b]."
Kawaki could tell that Minato's Chakra Reserves Amount was barely enough to learn the Flying Raijin[b]Flying Raijin[/b].
In the next battle against a powerful enemy, he wouldn't be so passive.
"Really?"
Minato was extremely excited. He had been waiting for this day for a long time.
"Come on, why would I lie to you?"
Kawaki smiled and ruffled Minato's hair.
"Brother-in-law, brother-in-law."
"What about me?"
Nawaki looked expectant. There should always be a share for him when there are benefits.
"Your sister didn't learn it. If you're interested, ask her for it."
Kawaki was sure that Nawaki had enough Chakra, but he really didn't know about his talent.
In the original plot, Nawaki died too early, and there was almost no useful information.
"Then I'd better honestly practice Second Grandfather's Water Release[b]Water Release[/b]."
Nawaki admitted that he didn't have his sister's talent. He was a bit unwilling and a bit helpless.
Anyway, he could also give it a try when Minato was learning.
"Lord Tobirama's Water Release[b]Water Release[/b] is very powerful. Don't slack off."
Kawaki wasn't talking nonsense. He was the man rumored to have contracted with the sea.
In terms of Water Release[b]Water Release[/b], he was in a league of his own, and the rest could only be ranked second, third, or lower.
"Got it, brother-in-law."
Nawaki couldn't yet cast large-scale Water Release[b]Water Release[/b] at any time in harsh environments. He still had a long way to go.
"Alright, go back and rest."
"Keep in good condition. The war will continue."
After Kawaki finished speaking, the two cute young ones bowed and left.
This night was much better than sleeping rough. Kawaki had a good sleep.
Early the next morning, after breakfast, he was called by Tsunade to a meeting.
When the two arrived at the meeting tent, Hayato Yamanaka and Sakumo were already there.
They took their seats respectively. Before long, all the main personnel of the Konoha Ninjas had arrived.
"Hayato, do you have any important intelligence?"
It's a routine for Tsunade to let Hayato speak first, and he's used to it.
"Three days ago, some Sand ninjas returned to the camp. It should be the Third Kazekage."
"The specific situation is unknown. It's suspected that he's injured."
The Konoha spies really didn't dare to go deeper. So, the intelligence was inevitably not that detailed.
Tsunade also showed understanding.
"It doesn't matter. We don't have any worries now."
"These days, we've been fighting against the Sand ninjas. I'm sure everyone has gotten used to the Sand ninjas' combat methods."
"I'm going to launch a general offensive soon."
"Fighting defensively isn't the way of Konoha."
"It's time for Sunagakure to know the gap between them and us."
Tsunade was very confident now. Kawaki's return not only strengthened their combat power but also gave her a sense of security.
"Lord Tsunade, should we wait for Dai to come back?"
"Some of our injured are almost recovered."
A Konoha Jonin put forward a slightly conservative suggestion.
With Tsunade around, the battle losses of Konoha in the great war were much smaller than those of the Sand ninjas.
As things stand, Konoha would still win if the battle was dragged on.
This was another hidden advantage of Sakumo's killing of Chiyo.
"No, we need to confirm the Third Kazekage's injury."
"If his old injury hasn't healed, now is our best time to attack."
Kawaki put forward his own opinion. The Third Kazekage was the key to the war now.
If he could kill the Third Kazekage, then there was no need to wait for Dai.
The longer the war drags on, the more uncertain the other variables will be.
After all, there were still other big countries that hadn't taken action yet.
"Lord Kawaki is absolutely right. The opportunity for battle is fleeting. I support the attack."
Hayato Yamanaka has always sent people to keep an eye on the movements of other major countries. So far, there are no abnormalities.
However, we can't afford to let our guard down.
"I also support it."
...
In the end, the majority supported Tsunade's opinion, and the minority yielded to the majority.
"Go down and prepare. Wait for my order."
"Yes."
Tsunade dismissed the ninjas, and the meeting came to an end.
On the other hand, the morale of the Sand ninjas was low. The Third Kazekage had recovered and was sitting upright in the main seat of the conference room.
"Kawaki Hatake reached the camp last night."
"The Konoha Ninjas are preparing for battle."
The intelligence chief reported the news again to the others.
"No more talking."
"Everyone, get ready for battle."
"Now is the moment of life and death for our Sunagakure."
"Even if we're going to lose, I'll die before you."
The Third Kazekage interrupted the discussions of the people below and didn't give anyone a chance to speak.
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