The Hokage, having traveled here, of course he'd unify the ninja world!

Chapter 975 Onoki's Resolve

Hidden Rock Village.

Tsuchikage's office.

Onoki was sitting in his seat, his expression somewhat solemn.

He had the intelligence sent back by Kurotsuchi, detailing the entire battle between Chiyo's Susanoo and the Sand Village.

The wedding invitation for Chiyo, sent by Konoha through official channels, was placed on the table in front of him.

Of course, there is also information about rumors circulating outside that Uchiha Chiyo wants to unify the ninja world.

Inside the office is Han, the Five-Tails Jinchuriki who has been diligently training all these years.

Giant Rock, the four-tailed jinchūriki who returned from the front lines.

Onoki's son, Koto, and several other village elders were also sitting below.

The room was filled with high-ranking members of Iwagakure, except for Kurotsuchi and Deidara.

Although Onoki was the one-man show in Iwagakure, he also had advisors and would listen to other people's opinions.

However, he is very stubborn and doesn't consult with others on many things.

"We have already given up most of the land in exchange for leaves to be used for landscaping."

"But Konoha shouldn't need to expend much effort."

"Qianyao's purpose in inviting us this time is not so simple. Let's discuss this matter."

After Ohnoki set the main theme, everyone started whispering among themselves.

Next, one of the staff members stood up.

"Just as information about Uchiha Chiyo appeared on the black market, Sunagakure was also spreading messages to sow discord between us and Konoha."

"Just when we, the people of Iwagakure, were about to have a change of heart, he immediately came out and ended the war."

"It's very likely that Uchiha Chiyo doesn't want to directly clash with us."

The giant rock next to him added, "When Sunagakure was sowing discord between us and Konoha, there were indeed different thoughts within the team."

"Black soil also forcefully suppressed it once."

"However, after Uchiha Chiyo's complete Susanoo flattened Sunagakure, they all quieted down."

Onoki nodded; he knew all of this. He gestured for the others to continue.

Han suddenly changed the subject: "Uchiha Chiyo will be very aggressive and forceful as long as he is confident in his abilities."

"He was like this during the Fourth Shinobi World War more than five years ago."

"Ten years ago, when he had just risen to prominence, he treated the Sarutobi clan in the village the same way."

"Based on Konoha's original offensive rhythm, it will drag on for another year and a half."

"But his sudden intervention may not be because Sunagakure completely exposed his information."

"It's possible..."

Han paused for a moment, seemingly recalling the Fourth Shinobi World War.

The scene depicts Uchiha Senyou burning down thousands of Iwagakure villages.

"He felt that he could control everything."

What Han said, seemingly a conjecture, was actually a conclusion drawn from the analysis of Senyo's personality by many of Iwagakure's advisors.

But this conclusion was too cruel, so cruel that no one dared to believe it.

After all, five years ago, Uchiha Chiyo's complete Susanoo swept through Sunagakure.

Five years later, Sunagakure was completely wiped out by Susanoo, the perfect form of Senyo.

If, on this basis, Chiyo becomes even stronger, that would be utterly hopeless for Iwagakure.

The office fell silent instantly, and everyone's expressions were grim.

"If Uchiha Chiyo is determined to unify the ninja world, then our invitation this time..."

Giant Rock said worriedly, "Lord Tsuchikage, perhaps you shouldn't go."

Although the story of the Feast at Hongmen doesn't exist in this world, everyone still understands Giant Rock's worries.

Onoki didn't reply, his eyes seemingly deep in thought.

"I'm getting old, and my health isn't what it used to be."

Onoki's body floated up, and everyone was quite surprised that he, who was usually so assertive, would say something so weak.

"I originally wanted to pass on the position of Tsuchikage as soon as possible, but unfortunately my descendants are all disappointing."

Onoki didn't care about the yellow earth present and said this directly.

Huang Tu didn't look embarrassed, just a little ashamed.

His abilities in all aspects are relatively average. Although he is good at using Earth Release, he simply cannot learn Bloodline Limit.

With his somewhat simple and honest nature, he was never a candidate for the Fourth Tsuchikage.

"Among my disciples, Deidara was a bit unreliable in the past, but he has gradually become more mature with age."

“He and Heitu grew up together, and now that they are getting married, it has fulfilled one of my wishes.”

"The ninja world is now in a state of flux."

"Unexpected situations can happen at any time."

After laying all that groundwork, Onoki finally spoke:

"I am going to accept Uchiha Chiyo's invitation to attend his wedding."

“If we break ties with Konoha, then Deidara will inherit the position of the Fourth Tsuchikage.”

"If Kurotsuchi does not agree to Deidara's appointment, then Kurotsuchi will inherit the position of the Fourth Tsuchikage."

Many people present looked astonished, not to mention that Deidara spent half a year learning Dust Release in his early years.

His marriage to Kurotsuchi alone deeply bound his identity to Iwagakure.

But isn't this kind of succession of the Tsuchikage position a bit too frivolous?

However, Onoki had been the Tsuchikage of Iwagakure for too many years, and all the powerful departments under him were his people.

Although this approach is somewhat risky, there has been no opposition.

In the past, the Tsuchikage might have needed to govern the ninja village, but after the appearance of Senyo, there is only one person needed.

That's strong enough!

As is well known, although Uchiha Chiyo was the Fifth Hokage, he was basically a hands-off leader.

Those political affairs were handled by the elders when the Fourth Hokage was not around, and by the Fourth Hokage after his resurrection.

Although he doesn't care about any of these things, his martial prowess is the pillar of Konoha.

Deidara's talent is well-known, and he and Kurotsuchi are a couple who grew up together.

It doesn't really matter who becomes the Earth Shadow.

Onoki said that if they were to break off relations, they would be preparing for the worst.

"Qianyao's invitation this time is not for pure purposes, but we don't know exactly what he wants to do."

"There is danger, but considering the personalities of Uchiha Chiyo and the Fourth Hokage, the danger is not great."

"But these are things that should always be planned for in advance."

After Onoki finished speaking, everyone calmed down a bit.

"This time, just me, Akatsuchi, and Takai will go; we won't bring any more people."

"The rest of Takai's squad are waiting outside Konoha. If there is any danger, I will have Takai lead us away."

They exchanged glances and nodded in agreement with the idea.

Takai's squad has a special technique that allows them to pull Onoki away from a short distance.

In addition, Onoki's ability to fly using the Super Light-Heavy Rock Technique makes this the safest option.

"Everyone else, step back. Giant Rock and Han, stay here."

Everyone else complied and withdrew.

That left behind the Jinchūriki of the Four-Tails and the Five-Tails.

Onoki gazed quietly out the window for a long while before speaking:

"I'll go there this time and see if I can kill Qianyao."

"I have already contacted the Hidden Cloud Village. If things go smoothly, you will assist Kurotsuchi in succeeding as the Fourth Tsuchikage."

“If Deidara is loyal to Iwagakure, then he can be the Tsuchikage, but the power should be in Kurotsuchi’s hands.”

"If things don't go well, we'll need to bring in Kirigakure to hold off Uchiha Chiyo."

"This letter is for Heitu. If anything happens to me, I will give it to him."

"This is a secret order I left behind, which allows Black Earth to mobilize all of Black Earth's secret forces and Yellow Earth's troops."

As he spoke, Onoki handed two scrolls to Han. This tall man had lived in Iwagakure for many years and was extremely loyal to the village.

They were basically suppressed in the last Shinobi World War, and have been working hard to improve themselves in recent years.

It's most appropriate to entrust these matters to him.

Han nodded sullenly: "I understand, Lord Tsuchikage."

Onoki patted Han on the shoulder and said nothing more.

[I need to go get some Deidara's dust.]

A glint flashed in Onoki's eyes, clearly indicating that he had his own plan.

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