Apparently, they were in no hurry to report that the task at hand was impossible.
- It will be done, Elder, - after a barely noticeable hesitation, the shinobi in the cat mask nodded.
A short hand seals and here, six Anbu jumped in different directions, very quickly disappearing from sight.
- And now, please follow me," the counselor nodded contentedly and gestured for the others to clear the way, obviously wielding considerable power in the village.
At that moment I regretted that I hadn't studied the situation at least with my closest allies to understand who was who - it would have been much easier to plan my further actions. I was quickly distracted from my thoughts, however, when several middle-aged jonins blocked the way.
- Itoku-san, Ketsu-san, Michayo-san, I apologize, but you are going to discuss very important topics for all Suna ninjas and as representatives of the jonins," a middle-aged man with slightly squinted eyes, straw-colored short hair, and a large battle fan behind his back stepped forward, My colleagues and I have consulted and decided that we cannot stay out of the loop, especially in light of Pakura-san's accusation, and request that two representatives be allowed to attend the current Elders' meeting.
The ninja who were listening intently murmured approvingly in support of him. The two shinobi exchanged glances - the jonin's speech was polite, but his tone made it clear that it was an ultimatum, and the dark-haired elder nodded briefly in concession.
- Tatsu-san, I have no objection to two people being present so that no one can accuse the Council of withholding information later.
The mutual exchange of "courtesies" between the local bigwigs whistled past me, but Pakura was clearly happy to have a couple of jonins join us, even if she was trying to keep a straight face. I guess she wasn't the least of the jonin organization.
- Sunagakure residents, the meeting will be held in private, but the results will be made public almost as soon as the Council's verdict is reached," Itoku-san turned to the people around him, raising his hands in a calming manner, "Please be calm and orderly, and be patient.
As I watched the Sunovetsu successfully calmed the crowd, my respect for him grew a little. This allowed our group to quickly get out of the crowd and follow the rooftops to the center of the village, where the administrative center was located, along with the Kazekage's dwelling place in the form of a building that looked more like an empty pot placed on a stand.
About halfway through, scowling shinobi appeared around us, quickly organizing a security box. No one explained anything to me, but it wasn't hard to guess-the men of the elders.
Such prudence might have seemed unnecessary, especially with two S-class fighters, but I could feel several hostile stares accompanying us, as well as their owners, who were hiding quite professionally in different places.
Yeah, despite the recent successful election of a new Kage, our neighbors are not doing so well, since security is quite relevant in broad daylight.
Konoha may have its fair share of weaknesses, including the Hokage and his company, but we have advisors and clan heads who walk around without guards and can't even think of their own being able to attack within the protective walls.
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