Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

"Our Land of Earth is also willing to cover 3% of your Land of Water's military expenses."

"Ha!" Yagura chuckled coldly, sitting back down in his chair. "You all seem to think you've got me cornered..."

"I want each of you to be responsible for 5%!"

They thought Yagura would still disagree, but his next sentence left Rasa and Onoki speechless.

What a lion!

And what a brilliant move to retreat in order to advance!

Yagura's idea was simple: the future benefits were unknown, but the future losses were certain.

Take advantage of this opportunity to reap the benefits you see, and even if you suffer significant losses in the future, they will be far less than the losses suffered by the Land of Wind and the Land of Earth.

Comparing the two, Yagura Karatachi actually won this round!

"Are you crazy, or do you think I'm senile?!"

Onoki was the first to disagree, "Do you know how much 5% of military spending is? That's impossible, absolutely impossible!"

“I know, but I also know what our Land of Water will face once you unite your forces!” Yagura Karatachi stood firm. “Either you each take responsibility for 5% of our Land of Water’s military expenses, or I will withdraw from this meeting.”

"Anyway, it's your two countries that are united in arms, so what does it have to do with my Land of Water?"

"Wouldn't it be better if I properly digested the territories of the two countries I've swallowed?"

This time, it was Yagura, the old man, who was relaxed and at ease, leaning back in his chair with his arms crossed, looking very content.

Kazekage Rasa and Onoki exchanged a glance and nodded to each other.

Then, Kazekage Rasa extended four fingers.

"4% is the bottom line for our Wind Kingdom."

“Our Land of Earth is the same,” Ōnoki followed closely behind.

"Um……"

After a moment of hesitation, Yagura Karatachi did not immediately refuse, but instead quickly weighed the pros and cons.

With 8% of the military expenses to be shared equally between the two countries, Yagura was tempted by such a huge benefit!

Even if we face the full force of the Land of Fire in the future, as long as we have interests to rely on first, we will be much more at ease in terms of advancing or retreating.

Isn't war started for the sake of profit?!

On the other hand, the Kazekage Rasa and the Tsuchikage Onoki are like gamblers who have lost their bets and are now going all in on a sliver of hope for the future.

"Alright!" Yagura's lips curled slightly. "I agree to cooperate with you!"

"However, let's make it clear beforehand that once the cooperation is finalized, I want both of your countries to settle our Water Kingdom's military expenses immediately!"

"impossible!"

Neither Rasa nor Onoki could possibly agree to that.

"Give us half now, and we'll settle the rest when we join forces to attack the Land of Fire."

"Give me 7% first!" Yagura Yagura insisted on a fixed number. "In short, if you agree, we'll form an alliance, and I'll do my best to hold off Konoha. If you don't agree, our previous verbal agreement is null and void!"

"it is good!"

Onoki suddenly stood up. "Give us 70% first, but if your Land of Water doesn't contribute..." Onoki's eyes flashed with malice, "Don't blame us then!"

"Of course not."

Yagura grinned, extending his right fist. "Pleasure doing business with you!"

"Happy cooperation!"

Kazekage Rasa and Tsuchikage Onoki also smiled at the same time, extending their right arms together, and the three fists collided.

Thus, the three great nations and the three hidden villages have officially united!

The greatest challenge since the founding of Konoha Village in the Land of Fire is about to arrive, and Konoha is completely unaware of it.

However, just as the three Kage officially signed the alliance agreement, the Konoha ninja squad led by Akira Hatake and Kakashi had already successfully arrived near Kumogakure.

The raid

Coming soon!

Chapter 176 Infiltrating Kumogakure, the Base Raid Begins!

A range of mountains is surrounded by white clouds.

Various boardwalks meander and intertwine, while lush pine and cypress trees reach straight into the sky.

Birds occasionally fly over the mountain waterfall, their chirping mingling with the sound of flowing water, creating a scene resembling a fairyland.

This is Kumogakure (Hidden Cloud Village).

If the Land of Fire is flat and open, then the Land of Lightning is a series of towering mountains.

Konoha's defense line lies in the vast strategic depth of the Land of Fire, while Kumogakure relies on its mountainous terrain, making it easy to defend and difficult to attack.

This was the first time Akira Hatake had ever truly witnessed a town perched atop a mountain, a sight that broadened his horizons.

Lost in the beauty of the surroundings, Akira Hatake couldn't help but slow his pace.

"What's wrong, brother?"

Kakashi, who was following behind Akira Hatake, asked in a low voice, "Did you notice anything unusual?"

Hyuga Hizashi tilted his head and glanced at Kakashi, his eyes filled with confusion.

He had his Byakugan active the whole way, and with the assistance of Akira Hatake's crimson chakra chain, his Byakugan's range of observation was even wider.

There's clearly nothing wrong with it, what do you mean by saying that?

Sensing the gaze behind him, Kakashi turned to look at Hyuga Hizashi, then turned back, staring straight ahead to hide his embarrassment.

He admitted that he had indeed overlooked the Hyuga clan's Byakugan...

"Nothing's amiss, and besides, the sir hasn't spoken yet, has he?"

Akira Hatake's words eased the awkwardness between the two, and then he sighed with some emotion, "Such a beautiful place, it will soon be engulfed in war..."

"Can't you bear to do it?"

"No, I just feel it's a pity. Why did the Hidden Cloud Village have to do that?"

Akira Hatake shook his head. He wasn't that sentimental. The few remaining modern thoughts he had had faded as he lived in the Naruto world for longer.

The law of the jungle, survival of the fittest, has always been a central theme in the Naruto world.

The so-called lineage and hard work are all just prelude to this theme.

If you're weak, your base will be raided!

"I don't know, but I know that this is what Kumogakure brought upon themselves." Kakashi wasn't thinking as much as Akira Hatake right now; he only believed in Akira Hatake and the Snowless Sword in his hand.

Everything was due to a single sentence from Akira Hatake, or perhaps the actions of Yuki Ichido.

Overthinking only adds to the troubles, which isn't Kakashi's style right now.

Kakashi is becoming more and more like a swordsman, sharp and cunning yet possessing a concealed scabbard, making him impossible for anyone to ignore.

Especially the moment Kakashi drew his sword.

"Then try to control yourself later and suppress the power of Blood Elimination a little, so that too many civilians in Cloud Village will die."

Akira Hatake gave Kakashi a few instructions, then turned and circled around the group of Konoha ninja following behind him.

"Civilian casualties are inevitable in war. I am not being overly sensitive, nor am I saying you should not attack civilians. Rather, I am saying that you should try to avoid unnecessary killings when it is not necessary."

Akira Hatake said this not because he was overflowing with love, but because he was making plans for the future.

A ninja dies and that's it; that's their fate, and they were prepared for it even before they became ninjas.

But if civilians are slaughtered and killed indiscriminately, then this deep-seated hatred can never be washed away.

Although Konoha and Kumogakure have now formed a deep hatred, this hatred is only at the level of ninjas. For ordinary people who just want to make a living, it may not be that deep.

Akira Hatake's plan was simple: as long as the safety of civilians in the Land of Lightning was guaranteed as much as possible, there would be less resistance to establishing diplomatic relations after the war.

and……

If one were to accidentally unify the ninja world through the Third Shinobi World War, then dealing with various conflicts would become much easier.

Of course, this is a bit far-fetched, but thinking three steps ahead and planning ahead has always been Akira Hatake's strength.

It's always good to prepare in advance.

"Uncle Hizashi, are you able to observe the specific situation inside Kumogakure now?"

After issuing an order, Akira asked Hyuga Hizashi.

“I can’t see clearly.” Hyuga Hizashi shook his head. “There’s a barrier around Kumogakure, similar to the barrier around our village, which effectively blocks the detection of external enemies.”

"Not even a white eye?" Akira Hatake was somewhat surprised and a little unwilling.

"If we get a little closer... we should be able to." Hyuga Hizashi, whose most prized reconnaissance ability had failed him, couldn't help but say something, feeling a little embarrassed.

"Okay, let's move closer then."

Akira Hatake turned around, crouched down, and waved his right hand forward. "Follow me, Hizashi-san, keep an eye on things."

Don't worry, Ming!

As soon as Hyuga Hizashi finished speaking, Hatake Akira strode forward to continue his covert advance, with the group of Konoha ninjas following swiftly behind him.

……

Hidden Cloud Village

Raikage Building.

"Recall the troops to the front lines..."

The elderly elder of Kumogakure spoke up, "The Third Hokage and A have both perished; continuing the fight is pointless."

"I agree." The Third Elder raised his hand to indicate that he agreed with the First Elder's opinion.

"The proposal to retreat has been approved, and the daimyo has already given the order. He's worried..."