Starting the fourth generation Hokage

"Yondaime, you..."

Hearing that Namikaze Minato approved of the expansion, Danzo Shimura felt a little unexpectedly happy, but when he heard that he was not allowed to arrange candidates, his expression soon changed.

Not only him, but the others also had different expressions, but most of them were still puzzled.

The two consultants were extremely surprised. In their opinion, the two people had never had the same political views. How come today...

As for Nara Shikaku, he was a little surprised. He thought that even if the matter was already settled, according to the Yondaime's style, he should at least find a way to delay it first, so that the military funds could be obtained first, and then find a way to negotiate a second time. Preventing the expansion of the Guardian Ninja, however...

"I understand what impact the growth of the guardian nin will have on the village."

Namikaze Minato glanced at the people on the table indifferently. He already had his own plan in mind. After thinking about it for a while, he continued to explain: "Agreeing to the expansion is only a temporary measure. The war between Konoha and Iwa Ninja may not stop in the short term. ”

“In this war of attrition, if the morale of the frontline troops is unstable due to logistical problems, the Grass Country front may be defeated. At that time, the war in the Country of Fire will be retreated, even if the victory is finally won, it will be at a great price.

Therefore, the issue of military expenditure is urgent and there is no room for failure. "

Having said this, Namikaze Minato also cast his eyes on the two advisors, because these words were exactly what he said to conservatives like them.

There is merit in following the rules, but you also have to pick your time.

Seeing that the two of them still seemed to be complaining, Namikaze Minato's eyes finally sharpened and he said seriously: "Two advisors, Konoha is now at its lowest level in decades. Haven't you discovered it yet?"

"The Iwa ninja who had already been defeated dared to openly start another war. Don't forget that the Kumo ninja has not signed the armistice agreement yet. In addition, after the previous Nine-Tails Rebellion, the current village has actually It’s the outsiders who have done it, and with all due respect, Konoha has long since lost its intimidating power as the number one ninja village…”

"So now, the top priority is to end the war as soon as possible with the minimum cost, and then let the village recuperate!"

Namikaze Minato's words were so shocking that everyone at the table was moved.

It's hard to tell, but it's true.

I have to admit that although the former Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen and the Nine-Tails Rebellion left a mess, he did usher in Konoha's heyday a few decades ago.

In Konoha at that time, elites such as the White Fang Sannin emerged one after another. Although Konoha had a good foundation, it was also inseparable from the governance of the village.

In Konoha now, although the three ninjas are still there, one is disloyal, the other is bloodthirsty and decadent, leaving Jiraiya alone and unable to support himself. The new generation of Twelve Xiaoqiang were born one after another at this time. Now the village is really in urgent need of cultivation. It will take at least ten years for the next generation to grow up and support Konoha.

At this time, Mito Katoen and Koharu, who had transferred to the dormitory, were slightly restrained by Namikaze Minato's momentum, and their eyes flickered.

Perhaps the Fourth Hokage really sees things clearly than they do.

If you think about it carefully, the expansion of the guardian ninja is actually just an influence within the Fire Nation. But if the war fails, the most direct damage will be Konoha's own status in the ninja world...

The advisory duo finally looked at each other and nodded.

After turning to bed, Koharu agreed happily: "Then do as you say, Yondaime."

No matter what, they were all based on the interests of the village, so what Namikaze Minato said just now really convinced them.

"The Yondaime..., for the matter of protecting the ninja, let's pick someone from the bottom up..." Danzo was the first to regain his composure, with a trace of unwillingness in his eyes, and he wanted to fight for it calmly.

If Minato Namikaze is allowed to arrange candidates, it will undoubtedly disrupt his plan.

Recalling the conditions of the secret talks in the daimyo mansion, he used his best efforts to promote the adoption of the expansion resolution and made the daimyo of the Fire Country agree to support him in impeaching the fourth generation if the war failed.

Therefore, selecting people from the bottom up to be guardian nin was also one of his plans to place eyes and ears around the daimyo.

Now Minato Namikaze has to make arrangements by himself, which he didn't expect...

"No need, Danzo-sama, every member of the Roots is an elite who has been cultivated with great effort. It would be such a waste to send them to the Daming Mansion like this..."

Namikaze Minato smiled meaningfully, as if he could see through it, and looked at Danzo with a burning gaze.

When talking about words such as elite and waste, he also deliberately emphasized his tone.

It wasn't until Danzo felt uncomfortable being looked at by his gaze that he lowered his left eye and drank tea to cover it up before continuing: "Tomorrow at the latest, I will send people to Daming Mansion. Next, we should discuss the future. The war..."

After saying that, he gestured to Nara Shikaku with his eyes.

In his opinion, as long as the Pot King is targeted, basically nothing will happen. Although the Pot King insists on arranging his own members to be guardian nins, it is a bit strange...

As usual, Nara Shikaku stood up and began to analyze the battle on the front line.

First, the recent battle damage report on the front line, casualties, and the latest trends in the Iwa Ninja were read out. When it was mentioned that the enemy's offensive had suddenly slowed down recently and the force had been reduced, everyone began to express their opinions.

"You should be preparing for a long-term confrontation, right? I heard that even Jiraiya and Orochimaru were sent to the front line yesterday?"

Mitomon Yan asked Namikaze Minato in confirmation.

Namikaze Minato nodded. The Iwa Ninjas sent out all their troops this time, with almost no reservations. Naturally, Konoha did not dare to rely on others. At this time, only Jiraiya could be relied upon. As for Orochimaru, Namikaze Minato knew that he had long since lost his thoughts on dedicating himself to Konoha, so sending him there was just to avoid The ninja who caused harm to his village in a short period of time.

By the way, he also wanted Jiraiya to keep an eye on him.

"Of course Konoha is not afraid of any village when it comes to competition, but I always feel that things are a little strange..."

Nara Shikaku said thoughtfully.

"Isn't it strange? The Earth Kingdom launched such a fierce offensive before, and now it is shrinking its troops. It can only be because of insufficient stamina and logistical supplies that cannot support the high-intensity battle on the front line..." After listening to the report, Shimura Danzo put down his mind. He said casually with the teacup in his hand.

"If this is really the case, then now may be the opportunity to launch a counterattack and defeat the Iwa ninja to end the war."

The two advisers were not good at tactical strategies, but according to the laws of war, their suggestions seemed to have no problem.

However, Namikaze Minato ignored these laymen and only looked expectantly at Nara Shikaku, and then asked: "Captain Shikaku, what do you think, just speak up..."