Naruto: I became a super shadow in the Anbu.

Chapter 438 Burning Escape from Ye Cang
Upon entering the Hokage's office, Yagami realized he was the last one there.

Tsunade and Nara Shikaku both work inside the Hokage Building, while Yagami's Anbu base is located in the Forest of Death.

All four executives were seated on the sofa.

Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at the fox, then at Tsunade.

Four years ago, when Danzo died, Hiruzen Sarutobi thought that Tsunade and the fox would join forces to carry out some big moves.

But four years have passed, and the two of them have done nothing, each quietly completing their own work.

Tsunade is a perfect advisor on domestic affairs, managing the affairs of Konoha Village in an orderly manner.

The fox stayed in the secret base and never commented on village affairs.

The fox occasionally reveals its true colors when it goes to the border to deter enemies with ulterior motives.

In the first three years, there were very few border conflicts.

Even Onoki, the Raikage, and the others were strangely quiet.

Starting this year, according to intelligence sent back by spies, Kumogakure resealed the Two-Tails, and the Jinchuriki is named Yugito, which has made Kumogakure active again.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Shikaku Nara discussed that Tsunade and the fox had formed an alliance, but their goal did not seem to be to seize more power; they were quite satisfied with the current state of Konoha.

Hiruzen Sarutobi exhaled a thick cloud of smoke and said:
"The reason for this meeting with the senior management is to ask for your opinions on the disappearance of the Kazekage."

This is a momentous event that could reshape the ninja world. What are your thoughts?

Tsunade said, "The disappearance of the Third Kazekage is shrouded in mystery, but in my judgment, Sunagakure's financial situation is very bad."

The number of tasks they undertake, the amount of supplies they purchase each month, and the amount of garbage they clean up are all decreasing.

Sunagakure initially searched for the Kazekage in secret, but after failing to find him, they were under immense pressure and, unable to spare any more time, dispatched a large number of Sunagakure ninja to roam the Land of Wind.

The Sand Ninja roamed the country in large numbers, causing much chaos, and there were incidents of Sand Ninja injuring people throughout the Land of Wind.

The Daimyo of the Land of Wind was very dissatisfied, which made cooperation between the Land of Wind and Sunagakure increasingly difficult.

From both a financial and domestic policy perspective, the village of Sunagakure may suffer financial losses of up to one-fifth.

Hiruzen Sarutobi accepted Tsunade's scroll and nodded repeatedly.

Tsunade has a carefree personality, but she treats her work with the same meticulous care as she would a patient or wounded person.

Nara Shikaku said, "Hokage, based on my observations over the past few years, Sunagakure is lacking in talent."

There has always been internal strife among the three factions in Sunagakure.

The first faction consisted of puppeteers. The Second Kazekage, in power, relied primarily on puppeteers, with Chiyo as the leader.

The second faction consists of secret technique ninjas, primarily using the Magnet Release techniques of the Third Kazekage and Rasa.

The third group consists of commoner ninjas.

During the Second Shinobi World War, Chiyo's son and daughter-in-law were killed by us, and the internal strife in Sunagakure intensified.

Although the Third Kazekage took Chiyo's grandson Sasori as his disciple, he did not teach Sasori the Magnet Release technique.

In the past two years, with the rise of Scorpion and the rapid growth of his strength, the struggle between puppeteers and the secret arts faction has become increasingly serious.

Puppeteers require too many resources, and many Sand Ninja feel that a large amount of resources should not be invested in puppetry.

Puppet masters do not perform well in war, especially when facing top-tier experts.

After the Kazekage disappeared, the Kazekage's confidants, led by Rasa, believed that they should search for the Third Kazekage at all costs.

The puppeteers, led by Chiyo, believed that the village should be the priority, and that they should search for the third Kazekage while selecting a new Kazekage to restore order.

The infighting among the various ninja villages is extremely terrifying. Ninjas wield violence, which can easily escalate into bloody massacres.

Of course, if Iwagakure takes advantage of the situation, the various factions of Sunagakure might temporarily cooperate due to external pressure.

After saying that, Nara Shikaku glanced at Tsunade and the fox.

Speaking of internal strife within ninja villages...
These two formed an alliance during the turmoil four years ago, but did not take any radical measures, thus ensuring peace in Konoha.

Compared to the internal strife in other villages, the intensity of the internal strife in Konoha is much lower.

Ye Guang felt that Nara Deer Antlers' eyes were strange, and wondered what he was thinking.

Nara Shikaku continued, "Sunagakure is not the strongest village. I think we should be more careful with Iwagakure and Kumogakure."

Peace is only temporary; Kumogakure and Iwagakure have been actively preparing for war.

These two villages are too powerful; we must be on guard.

Hiruzen Sarutobi asked, "Fox, what's your opinion?" Yako replied, "According to intelligence from spies, Iwagakure is attempting to make contact with the Daimyo of the Land of Wind."

The Land of Bears is located southwest of the Land of Earth and northwest of the Land of Wind, and is a vassal state of the Land of Earth.

Onoki intends to use the Land of Bears as a springboard to enter the Land of Wind and seize the mission markets of several major cities in the northwestern part of the Land of Wind.

Kirigakure is also very interested in Sandport in the Land of Wind.

Several ninja villages wanted to snatch a piece of the pie from Sunagakure.

I believe Konoha Village shouldn't intervene for now. Let's observe and wait for the other ninja villages to weaken each other before deciding who to attack, how to attack, and on how large a scale of attack.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Shikaku Nara nodded repeatedly. In the last Shinobi World War, Konoha suffered heavy losses, and now the village can't even gather enough advisors.

Hiruzen Sarutobi said, "Fox, you're right. We don't need to end things too soon."

You lead the Dark Guard to the Land of Wind, primarily to gather intelligence and investigate the activities of various villages.

According to Shikanobu, the movements of Sunagakure need to be investigated, and other villages must also be guarded against.

Ye Guang nodded and said, "Okay, I'll set off for the Land of Wind right away."

Half an hour later, Ye Guang led the Leaf Monkey team away from Konoha Village.

Meanwhile, at the entrance canyon of Sunagakure, Rasa and Chiyo were seeing the group off as they left the village.

After the Kazekage disappeared, Sunagakure was jointly managed by Rasa and Chiyo.

"Yakura, your abilities are suited to dealing with Water Release ninjas," Rasa said.

"This time, you will lead the team to support Shapo Port. Your first mission is to eliminate the Mist Ninja who have infiltrated the Valley of the Wind."

The second mission is to capture the Mist Ninja and interrogate them to find out if they know the whereabouts of the Kazekage.

Chiyo, who was standing nearby, said, "Rasa, don't panic."

It's absurd that the Kazekage would go to the Land of Water or the Hidden Mist Village.

Yekura, there's no need to waste time on the Mist Ninja; just defeat them.

"After dealing with the situation at Shapo Port as soon as possible, the pressure on Iwagakure Village in the northwest is the most pressing issue."

Luo Sha frowned.

Chiyo is the disciple of the second generation and the advisor of the third generation. She holds a very high position and is a hindrance.

If Chiyo could retire into seclusion, along with her brother and another advisor, Ebizo, then Rasa could truly unleash his full potential.

Ye Cang glanced at the two high-ranking officials and finally said:

"I also believe that the Kazekage-sama could not possibly go to the Land of Water. If it weren't for Sandport, we would have no connection with the Land of Water or Kirigakure."

However, I will also carry out Lord Rasa's arrangements. I will capture the Mist Ninja and extract information from them.

Luo Sha sensed Ye Cang's perfunctory attitude and didn't say anything more.

They searched the entire Land of Wind, but still couldn't find their teacher, the Third Kazekage.

Rasa only wanted to rule out the possibility that the teacher went to the Land of Water, but Chiyo and Yokura didn't take it seriously.

"I want to see your torture records." After saying this, Luo Sha turned and left.

After Rasa left, Chiyo gave him some instructions:

"Yakura, you are a genius Scorch Release ninja, the hope for the future of the village."

This mission to defend Shapo Port is crucial. If you can complete it perfectly, I will help you rise to a higher position.

"High-ranking officials?" Yecang quickly refused: "I never thought about becoming a high-ranking official. As long as I can protect the Land of Wind and Sunagakure, I will be satisfied."

Chiyo said, "You don't need to be modest. Sunagakure is suffering from a shortage of talent. Your strength is worthy of the village's higher-ups."

Yekura, a Scorching Release cultivator, is one of the few Jonin who has risen through the ranks in the village in recent years.

"The fox from Konoha isn't that old, yet he's been the head of the Anbu for many years, hasn't he?"

Ye Cang thought to herself, how could she be compared to such a powerful figure?

Upon hearing Chiyo praise her abilities, Yekura asked, "Lady Chiyo, is there any news about Sasori?"

Chiyo's face instantly filled with worry.

"Scorpion said he was going to find materials for the puppet, but he's been gone for over a month and still hasn't returned. I don't know where he is."

(End of this chapter)