Inside the meeting room of the Kazekage Building.
The Third Kazekage was extremely annoyed because Fang Daimyō refused to allocate military funds, causing Sunagakure Village to miss a great opportunity.
A high - ranking official asked, "So, are we gonna join this full - scale war?"
The Third Kazekage gritted his teeth and said, "Yes, of course we are! Even if there's no opportunity, we'll create one. Since Konoha next to us is rich in supplies, it'll surely be the main target of Kumogakure and Iwagakure in a full - scale war."
"So we need to find a suitable opportunity. While they're fighting each other, we have to gain some advantages from Konoha!"
Ebizo spoke up, "Your idea is good, Third Kazekage, but there's a Yellow Flash in Konoha now. He has fought against the son of the Third Raikage of Kumogakure and the Eight - Tailed Jinchuriki on the battlefield several times and not only held his own but even had the upper hand. Moreover, Konoha has many powerful ninjas. Even if we want to reap the benefits of others' struggles (like a fisherman profiting from a fight between a snipe and a clam), we may have to pay a high price."
The Third Kazekage firmly said, "We can't worry about that. As long as the benefits outweigh the losses, we have no reason to give up."
Ebizo suggested, "I think we can send someone to go undercover in Konoha, gain their trust, and find out their secrets, high - level ninjutsu, and forbidden techniques. We might even get our hands on their Kekkei Genkai. Then, when we invade Konoha in the future, this undercover agent can lead the way for us to get what we want."
The Third Kazekage's eyes lit up slightly. This seemed to be a good idea!
But soon, his brows knitted tightly, "This idea is good, but it's hard to implement. How can we successfully send someone to go undercover in Konoha? Although a full - scale war hasn't broken out yet, Konoha has already had frictions with Kumogakure, and Iwagakure is eyeing them, ready to jump in at any time. Konoha must be very vigilant against spies and undercover agents."
Ebizo said in a deep voice, "Well, it depends on whether you're willing to part with something, Third Kazekage."
The Third Kazekage looked seriously at Ebizo, "Advisor Ebizo, just say what you want to say directly."
Ebizo nodded and continued, "Something that can catch their attention must bring great benefits, like powerful ninjutsu or forbidden techniques. But as you know well, Third Kazekage, Konoha doesn't care about what we have in Sunagakure."
"So the only thing that can interest Konoha... is Kekkei Genkai. If you're willing to part with it, we can send a ninja with Kekkei Genkai to go undercover in Konoha."
The Third Kazekage's expression became very solemn, "Kekkei Genkai... There aren't many Kekkei Genkai ninjas in Sunagakure. And... even if Konoha is interested in Kekkei Genkai, they won't accept it if we just send one over. After all, in this sensitive period, our intention would be too obvious."
Ebizo shook his head and explained, "Of course, we won't just send a ninja there directly. It'll definitely take some effort on our part. I've got a plan, and the Third Kazekage can listen to it.
Currently, Iwagakure is covetously eyeing Konoha, and Konoha must be on guard against Iwagakure. We can propose an alliance to Iwagakure. To show our alliance - sincerity and to exchange for some resources, we'll offer a ninja with Kekkei Genkai. In return, Iwagakure will provide us with some supplies like Kunai and Explosive Tag for the trade.
Ōnoki from Iwagakure is a very greedy man. Moreover, our Land of Wind and the Land of Earth are only separated by a few small countries, and the distance is very close. Once a full - scale war breaks out, he'll definitely be on guard against us.
If we take the initiative to conclude an alliance contract with Ōnoki and give him a ninja with Kekkei Genkai, so that he doesn't have to worry about us attacking them, then Ōnoki will definitely not object. It's just a matter of providing some supplies, and he'll surely agree to our alliance terms.
However, when delivering the ninja with Kekkei Genkai to them, we have to let the Konoha ninjas 'accidentally' learn about this information, so that they know we're trading a ninja with Kekkei Genkai to Iwagakure.
Once Konoha knows that we're going to ally with Iwagakure, they'll definitely try to intercept and stop it. Once Konoha successfully intercepts, the ninja with Kekkei Genkai who was the trading item will then become Konoha's spoils of war. In this way, the ninja can enter Konoha legitimately.
Our Sunagakure Village will get a batch of supplies for free and successfully achieve the goal of sending an undercover agent into Konoha. At that time, Iwagakure will only blame Konoha for the interception, not us.
After that, we can just watch the two tigers fight from the sidelines, wait for the war to develop, and wait for the right time to invade Konoha."
The Third Kazekage and other high - ups in Sunagakure Village were carefully thinking over Ebizo's plan.
Chiyo calmly sipped her tea.
Chiyo was very proud of her younger brother Ebizo's intelligence.
This plan was quite perfect. As long as the Third Kazekage had the determination, it was very likely to succeed.
The Third Kazekage pondered for a moment and then made a decision.
Sunagakure Village was too weak at present, so as long as there was a chance, they had to give it a try.
The Third Kazekage promised, "I agree to Advisor Ebizo's plan. What about you all?"
After putting down the teacup in her hand, Chiyo said, "I agree."
The other advisors also expressed their agreement in turn.
The Third Kazekage immediately announced, "Then we'll implement Advisor Ebizo's plan. After this meeting, I'll draft a letter expressing our intention to ally with Iwagakure and send it to Ōnoki as soon as possible."
Ebizo reminded, "Third Kazekage, there's still one more thing. The ninja with Kekkei Genkai we choose must be absolutely loyal to our Sunagakure Village. And to prevent Konoha ninjas from prying into the ninja's memory, we must also take measures."
Chiyo spoke up, "If it's about measures to prevent memory snooping, the Hidden Brain Sand Manipulation technique can solve that.
However, due to the current tense situation, we need an undercover agent to pass on information about Konoha. It's best to set the Hidden Brain Sand Manipulation as a trigger - based technique. Once someone tries to invade the brain to snoop on memories, the technique will automatically be lifted, and the memories will be restored."
Ebizo asked, "Right, so does the Third Kazekage have any candidates in mind now?"
After thinking for a while, the Third Kazekage suddenly had a candidate in his mind.
Just as the Third Kazekage was about to blurt it out, Ebizo stopped him, "Only the Third Kazekage needs to know about this. The fewer people are aware of the undercover agent's identity, the safer they'll be. Conversely, more people knowing means a higher risk of exposure.
So, the Third Kazekage also needs to carefully choose the person who will send the undercover agent to trade with the Iwa - nin from Iwagakure. Don't tell them the truth. Just let them know that they are going to trade with the Iwa - nin. And in order for the undercover agent to successfully infiltrate Konoha, they may need to sacrifice themselves when necessary."
The Third Kazekage nodded and said, "Okay, I understand. Then this meeting is over. I'll make the arrangements next."