That's good.
No matter what they ultimately discuss, at least Uchiha Jin is safe.
Just then, Sarutobi Hiruzen spoke.
"Shikaku, tell us."
"I want to know your thoughts!"
As the Hokage spoke, everyone else's gaze focused on Nara Shikaku.
Yes.
When it comes to strategy, the Nara Clan is the benchmark in the entire Hidden Leaf Village.
You can completely trust Nara's wisdom.
Meanwhile, Nara Shikaku was pinching his chin with his left hand, deep in thought since earlier.
Now, seeing everyone looking at him, he couldn't help but let out a sigh of turbid air, and then spoke with a hint of doubt.
"Actually, I've been thinking."
"Have we perhaps overcomplicated the issue?"
"Perhaps this matter is inherently very simple."
"How about this."
"I'll explain from the beginning, and everyone can also consider whether my speculation is reasonable."
"Two years ago, a Cloud Village squad came to the Hidden Leaf Village, intending to capture a Bloodline Limit, but as everyone either died or was captured, one of the Cloud Ninja eventually became afraid."
"So, he escaped."
"Then, some time ago, Cloud Village captured this ninja again."
"Now Cloud Village and the Hidden Leaf Village are at war, so, coincidentally, making use of a 'waste product,' Cloud Village orchestrated this whole thing."
"As for the purpose, it's also very simple."
"That is to make our Hidden Leaf Village fall into complete internal strife."
"After all, at this time, Cloud Village has no reason to make a move."
"But in reality, it further cleared Cloud Village's name."
"Making the various clans of the Hidden Leaf Village suspect each other, and choosing Uchiha was an excellent move."
"Everyone knows the Uchiha's temperament."
"Under normal circumstances, the Uchiha Clan would definitely be embroiled in huge disputes because of this matter."
"The moderate faction of the Uchiha might be fine, but the radical faction would certainly not give up."
"Especially since the Uchiha also control the military police force; once this matter is investigated, it will surely cause great turmoil in the Hidden Leaf Village."
"At that time, the Hidden Leaf Village will certainly be in chaos."
"Even without mentioning the Hidden Leaf Village, the Uchiha themselves might fall into chaos."
"Everyone can try to imagine, our Hidden Leaf Village is currently fighting on all fronts."
"If, under such circumstances, internal strife were to break out, what kind of situation would that be?"
"There are experts in Cloud Village!"
Hiss!
After hearing Nara Shikaku's speculation, everyone was shocked.
However, everyone thought carefully, and it really seemed to be the case.
At this critical juncture, the enemy certainly hopes for internal strife in the Hidden Leaf Village.
In that case, other ninja villages wouldn't need to exert much effort to directly destroy the strongest ninja village, the Hidden Leaf Village.
With such a huge temptation, could they truly remain unmoved?
Subconsciously, everyone accepted this reasoning.
"Yes, that's exactly it."
"Cloud Village's heart is too dark; they are utterly shameless."
"We must not fall for it!"
"Especially at this critical moment, we must be united."
"..."
Everyone present spoke up.
Cold sweat dripped from their foreheads; they were all frightened by this speculation.
Especially the Uchiha.
After Uchiha Fugaku heard these words, he immediately made a solemn pledge.
"Lord Hokage, and everyone."
"I, Fugaku, guarantee here that the Uchiha Clan will absolutely not cause trouble."
"I swear on the honor of our ancestors, during the war, whoever dares to cause trouble, I, Uchiha Fugaku, will be the first to object!"
He was covered in cold sweat.
If the Third Shinobi World War truly failed because of the Uchiha, this burden would be too heavy; he truly couldn't bear it!
So, without any further ado, he immediately began to swear an oath.
Actually, let alone others, even the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, was now sweating profusely.
Good heavens, how terrifying.
He himself almost fell for it.
It's imaginable that if he had truly investigated this matter deeply, there would have been serious problems!
One must know that the Hidden Leaf Village is currently surrounded by enemies.
Cloud Village, Iwagakure, Sunagakure, Kirigakure.
Four ninja villages declared war on the Hidden Leaf Village, and the Hidden Leaf Village is currently in urgent need of ninja.
Now even fifth-grade students are being forced onto the battlefield.
If, because of this matter, an internal conflict were to break out, then the fun would truly be immense.
Regardless of the truth, this matter cannot be investigated further.
The most important thing now is to stabilize the hearts of the Hidden Leaf Village's people.
Considering this, he immediately stood up and spoke.
"This matter ends here."
"This is Cloud Village's conspiracy, attempting to cause internal strife in our Hidden Leaf Village."
"Fortunately, Jonin Squad Leader Nara Shikaku was astute, and directly exposed Cloud Village's conspiracy."
"Announce this matter to the Shinobi World; I want the entire Shinobi World to know the sinister wickedness of such small-minded people as Cloud Village."
"And solemnly warn everyone that attempting to target the Hidden Leaf Village with such maliciousness is absolutely impossible to succeed."
"Let it not be said that you were not warned!"
Chapter 13: Hidden Leaf Village Takes Action, Cloud Village Takes the Blame
Sarutobi Hiruzen was quite intelligent.
He knew very well in his heart that the truth of the matter was no longer important.
Just as Nara Shikaku said, the most important thing now is to stabilize people's h