In the subsequent conversation, Chiyo subtly expressed Sunagakure's intention to form an alliance with Konoha, but she did not receive a direct response from the Konoha Higher-Ups.
Regarding the Tailed Beast Jinchuriki, Konoha hoped that Sunagakure would exchange the Tailed Beast Jinchuriki for money and supplies.
This was not good news for Chiyo. Given Sunagakure's current situation, it would be difficult to come up with large amounts of money and supplies to exchange for Bunbuku.
Moreover, the Third Kazekage didn't seem to care much about Bunbuku and might even abandon him.
Regarding the Tailed Beast, Chiyo and the Third Kazekage had completely different views. Having witnessed the terrifying power of the Tailed Beast Ball, she believed that Sunagakure could not do without Shukaku's power.
Even if the next Tailed Beast Jinchuriki did nothing but live in the Village, it could serve as Sunagakure's final trump card. In a desperate situation, releasing Shukaku to perish with the enemy would be a defiant stand for Sunagakure, one of the Five Great Ninja Villages.
The conversation between the Konoha Higher-Ups and Chiyo did not last long. An ANBU Ninja was then arranged to take Chiyo to the hotel prepared for her to rest.
"From Chiyo's performance, it seems the Third Kazekage wants to ally with Konoha."
Danzo Shimura crossed his arms. He looked down on Sunagakure, especially since he knew some secrets.
During the First Five Kage Summit, the First Kazekage had even made extremely outrageous and shameless demands. He truly didn't know how the First Hokage, Lord Hashirama, endured it at the time.
"The most important question is whether Sunagakure can provide a large amount of money and supplies to exchange for the One-Tail Jinchuriki."
Utatane Koharu wasn't concerned about whether to ally with Sunagakure, but rather Sunagakure's attitude towards the One-Tail Jinchuriki. She felt that Sunagakure didn't care that much about the One-Tail Jinchuriki.
This was not good news.
"Put aside those unrealistic ideas, Koharu. Given Sunagakure's economic strength, it would be very difficult."
Danzo Shimura said in a deep voice. From the beginning, he felt Utatane Koharu's idea was unrealistic. For Sunagakure to provide money and supplies, Sunagakure needed to actually have them.
"Intelligence collected by Root's intelligence Ninja indicates that the Daimyo of the Wind Country has always considered cutting Sunagakure's budget. This means Sunagakure's finances are tight, and they won't be able to provide large sums of money to get back the One-Tail Jinchuriki. Sunagakure, with its harsh environment and scarce resources, certainly can't provide supplies for the exchange."
"Hiruzen, my advice is not to form an alliance with Sunagakure. With Konoha's strength, conquering Sunagakure would be too easy! Sunagakure is nothing more than a paper tiger without its fangs right now!"
Danzo Shimura said with a hint of excitement in his eyes, "Order Konohas Sannin to lead elite troops to attack Sunagakure. We can conquer Sunagakure in the fastest possible time. By then, Sunagakure will be the second Village Hidden in the Leaves!"
Form an alliance?
What a joke!
Danzo Shimura's attitude towards Sunagakure was, 'Konoha can defeat you with ease, so why should we ally with you?'
Sunagakure's Wind Release Ninja are formidable?
His Shimura Clan's Wind Release isn't weak either!
"Enough, Danzo! Don't forget we've already accepted the peace treaty!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't want to continue on this topic. They rarely agreed, and continuing would only put more pressure on him.
"Hiruzen, what are you hesitating about?!"
Danzo Shimura slammed the table and stood up.
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Danzo Shimura with a hint of anger, asking repeatedly, "The important thing is, is there any meaning in Konoha conquering Sunagakure? What would conquering Sunagakure bring to Konoha? What does Sunagakure have that is worth Konoha conquering? We must prioritize the Village!"
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