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Chapter 285 Toughness, the Bet

"Senju Intent! What did you say?!"

Two days later, at the Hokage Building.

Konoha advisors, Konoha clan leaders, and elite Jonin gathered together, but Shimura Danzo was extremely agitated and slammed his fist on the table at Guan Yi.

However, this situation did not elicit any rebuke from the Third Hokage or dissatisfaction from the others. They all looked at Guan Yi with surprise or frowns, as if they were doubting their ears. Even Minato's face was filled with surprise.

Guan Yi looked around and repeated, "I said that no matter where this conflict between Konoha and Sunagakure goes, whether it's a small-scale dispute or a large-scale ninja war, the Senju ninjas other than me will not appear on the front lines. They will only do some logistical and patrol work within Konoha."

Danzo laughed in exasperation, turning his gaze to the Third Hokage. Regardless, conflict with Sunagakure was a matter for the entire village; how could he possibly isolate the Senju? See? The ninja you admire now wants to cause division within the Senju?!

The Third Hokage frowned slightly, sighing inwardly, "So he really said it."

Two days ago, he heard from Jiraiya that Guan Yi had said such a thing, but even he did not expect that Guan Yi would dare to say it directly in such a gathering of all the high-ranking officials!
Before he could speak, Koharu Utatane, who had always admired Senju Ichigo, said first, "Senju Ichigo, we haven't misunderstood you, have we?"

Guan Yi nodded: "The Senju have only just recovered some strength in the past few years, and they can't withstand the trauma of another ninja war. Senju ninjas are too feared and targeted on the battlefield, and their casualty rate is always the highest, so I think it's appropriate for them to be in charge of logistics."

"What do you think?!"

Danzo snorted angrily, "In war, which ninja clan doesn't suffer casualties?! Is it my Shimura clan that doesn't suffer, or the Sarutobi clan?! Which ninja clan doesn't want fewer casualties? If everyone in front of you thought and acted like you, Konoha might as well surrender!"

Rough words are not rough.

For once, the clan leaders present genuinely acknowledged Danzo's abilities, and at the same time, they were utterly bewildered that Guan Yi, who was always gentle and refined like a gentleman, would make such an impolite request.

Guan Yi showed no anger or excitement, but looked at Danzo and said, "First of all, Shimura Danzo, don't yell at me. I am the head of the medical team and the director of Konoha Hospital. You are the leader of Root. We have no subordinate relationship."

Danzo Shimura opened his one eye wide.

Nara Shikaku and the others twitched their lips in shock. Was it really that explosive?!
"Secondly," Guan Yi continued, "as I said, none of the Senju clan ninjas except me will step onto the front lines, but I will participate in the war."

I believe that I alone am worth an entire ninja clan, perhaps more, so I will personally risk my life and stand at the forefront. This is a condition for protecting my Senju clan.

"You're all alone..."

“That’s right.” Guan Yi interrupted Danzo, “I remember a few years ago, when I made Kushina my disciple, Danzo, you wanted to test me? I didn’t agree then, but I can this time.”

"If you're not satisfied, bring your Root clan and your Shimura family with you. Don't worry, I'll hold back; I won't kill anyone."

"..."

Holy crap?!
Everyone present turned their incredulous gazes toward Guan Yi, a scene that completely shattered their understanding of the name 'Senju Ichi'.

Is the Senju clan leader really this domineering and arrogant?!

You hid it so well before!

Danzo's chest heaved violently, and an unprecedented anger made his face turn red.

What a disgrace! What a disgrace!
In all these decades, he has never been looked down upon like this. Me, Nebe, and Shimura came together.

Very well, Senju Ichigo, this old man...

"Alright." Just as Danzo was about to agree in his rage, the Third Hokage sighed and slammed his hand on the table, stopping the situation from escalating further.

Senju Intent, the head of the Senju clan, is a powerful ninja, a fact that is generally acknowledged throughout Konoha. However, few ninjas in the village have any idea just how strong he is.

Unlike the Sannin, who earned their reputation on the battlefield, Guan Yi had no battle record.

Even the Third Hokage knew that even though Minato had mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique, he was still in a position of being instructed by Guan Yi.

However, as long as Guan Yi is not arrogant and loses his mind, his confidence probably means he has the strength to match it. The Third Hokage does not want Guan Yi to prove his strength only to result in Danzo and his Root being utterly defeated.

He was also very troubled by the current situation. He had no doubt that even if he gave orders to Guan Yi or Senju, they would be rejected. So he could only say, "Let's discuss this later. The situation in the ninja world is indeed very tense right now, but it's not time to prepare for the worst. It's not certain that a new ninja world war will break out."

Our next goal is to deter Sunagakure and prevent them from making any rash moves. We also need to send envoys to meet with the Sunagakure leadership…”

After the meeting, all the Jonin who walked out of the Hokage Building felt their minds were blank.

There was no way around it; the scene of Guan Yi confronting Danzo Shimura was too explosive. After that, their minds were filled with a refreshed understanding of Guan Yi, and they couldn't hear what the Third Hokage was actually saying.

As they parted, only a few familiar ninjas, including Fugaku, nodded goodbye to Guan Yi, their faces showing a mixture of admiration and surprise.

Minato quickly caught up, his face hesitant, and said, "Senior, although I know you have the strength to take on an entire clan, but your actions today... aren't they a bit too conspicuous?"

Guan Yi smiled and spread his hands, saying, "I also want to keep a low profile, but my strength doesn't allow it."

[Senju Clan Prosperity Level: 38%]

I finally made it to almost 40%, and now I'm going to participate in the Ninja War? Won't they just wipe me out and reduce it back to 20%?

"Don't worry, Minato, everything will be fine. You should spend more time with Kushina these next few days. If war breaks out, you two will probably be separated more often, and the wedding date will likely have to be postponed." Guan Yi said, "Oh, and your students too. If the Ninja War breaks out, they will most likely have to go to the battlefield as well."

Minato paused. Kakashi, Obito, Rin... might they be going to the battlefield?

He suddenly felt empathy for Guan Yi, and if he could, he also wanted to say, 'My students are still children, they won't join the war!'
……

Thanks to Jiraiya's tip-off, the news of what happened in the Hokage Building reached the Senju clan territory and Tsunade's ears even faster than Guan Yi's.

For the first time ever, she came to the gate to greet Guan Yi. Upon seeing him, she exclaimed, "You really did what you said you would do!"

To be honest, after realizing the Senju's astonishing casualty rate during the Second Shinobi World War, Tsunade had the same thought as Kane, but she didn't do it, nor did she dare to.

She admired Guan Yi's courage, but...

"Senju Intent, do you know what the Senju clan will face next? As the great ninja clan that founded Konoha, they refuse to go to the front lines to fight when Konoha encounters enemies."

"I've heard about Sakumo-senpai's death. Rumors can kill!" Tsunade said seriously, "Are you mentally prepared?"

"Respect for the dead is paramount, and I will not judge Senior White Fang's choice," Guan Yi said, shaking his head.

"But I'm thick-skinned, and I definitely won't be defeated by rumors. Besides... it won't be long before the Senju clan gains the village's approval without participating in the war, Tsunade-nee, do you believe it?"

Tsunade frowned slightly: "I don't believe it... Never mind, it doesn't matter whether I believe it or not. I'll leave with Shizune first thing tomorrow morning. Now you are the head of the Senju clan, and the future of the Senju clan is up to you."

Guan Yi raised an eyebrow and smiled, "Don't believe me? Sister Tsunade, how about we make a bet?"

"A bet?" Tsunade narrowed her eyes. This kid... seems to have some ill intentions.

“Yes, let’s bet that I can get the village to accept that I’m the only member of the Senju clan participating in the war.” Guan Yi nodded and said, “As for the bet… if I win, Tsunade-nee, you should stay in the village a little longer. I’m worried that if I go to the front lines, the Senju clan will be left without anyone to oversee things, and Shimura Danzo or others might come up with some wicked ideas.”

"Tch, you want to persuade me to stay too?"

"Of course, as long as you stay in the village, the foundation of the Senju clan will be twice as strong."

Guan Yi said sincerely, "But I won't force you, Tsunade, nor will I make you stay in the village forever. It'll only be for a while. I wonder if you dare to take this gamble?"

Dare to take the gamble?

Ha, there's nothing I wouldn't dare to gamble on.

Tsunade wasn't provoked, but she was indeed interested in how Guan Yi wanted to keep the Senju clan away from war: "If you win, I'll stay for a while. What if I win?"

"Name your terms."

(End of this chapter)