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"Is it the product of a marriage between the Senju and Uchiha clans?"

"Is the disbandment of the Senju clan in Konoha a hoax?"

"Is the Uchiha clan's claim of maintaining the purity of their bloodline also a lie?"

"Is the conflict between the Uchiha clan and Konoha all a hoax?"

In an instant, countless thoughts flashed through Yuan Shi's mind.

It's truly shocking that Uehara Osamu revealed this information.

"When the Mizukage died, he forcibly unleashed his power, injuring one of the four Konoha ninjas, forcing them to retreat. The Anbu ninjas have been placed on high alert."

"Furthermore, the Mizukage said that the plan to use the Three-Tails Jinchuriki to infiltrate Konoha and carry out the explosion was not his idea, but rather a plan devised while he was under a genjutsu."

"The person who used genjutsu is most likely an Uchiha."

"The goal is to get Kirigakure to hand over the Three-Tails to Konoha."

"The four Konoha ninjas who came this time also wanted to use genjutsu to control Lord Mizukage. When they found that they could not control him, they tried to kill him."

"It was all a conspiracy by Konoha."

"Konoha is hiding a great deal of power."

"The fact that these forces were not allowed to appear on the battlefield must mean they have a grand scheme."

"We, the Hidden Mist Village, must be careful."

Master Yuan's expression became very serious and solemn.

After a long while, Master Yuan finally sorted out the thoughts in his mind.

"Master, tell me your thoughts. What do you think is the best way to save Kirigakure from Konoha's conspiracy?"

The Third Mizukage asked the Dao.

Master Yuan remained silent for a while.

"Lord Mizukage, are you sure you can confirm the information that Xiu just mentioned?"

"can."

Master Yuan said.

"If that's possible, then we can confirm two things."

"First, Konoha possesses immense strength, which our Hidden Mist Village cannot currently contend with, even though our Hidden Mist Village's strength has improved significantly."

With the appearance of Zanpakuto and the Shinigami squad, Kirigakure's strength has increased considerably.

However, the information about Konoha that the Third Mizukage has revealed has left Genji with doubts and uncertainties.

"Secondly, Konoha harbors a massive conspiracy."

Master Yuan said, "I used illusion magic to control you, Lord Mizukage, in order to obtain the Three-Tails."

"They're coming again now, probably not just for the tailed beasts. After all, the Three-Tails hasn't reappeared yet, so Konoha likely has other plans and will come again."

"We know far too little about Konoha."

"The only advantage they have is that they saw your death, Lord Mizukage, so they might not think that your soul still resides in your Zanpakuto."

"They don't know that we know this information."

"Therefore, I think we can take advantage of this."

"First, announce the news of your death, Lord Mizukage."

"Second, we need to shrink our battle lines in Kirigakure."

"Third, elect a puppet Mizukage. The Konoha ninja will come again, so let this puppet Mizukage be controlled by the Konoha ninja's genjutsu."

"We'll investigate Konoha's intelligence gradually after that."

"Secretly accumulating strength."

The third Mizukage nodded.

"Master Yuan, your analysis is correct."

"However, there are a few problems."

"First, don't rush to announce my death. We need to consolidate our operations, but not too drastically."

"I will announce my disappearance after Yagura returns to the village."

"The next Mizukage will be Yagura."

Master Yuan hesitated.

"But wouldn't that be too fair to Yagura?"

"Only Yagura can do it; no one else can."

The Third Mizukage said.

"Now almost the entire ninja world knows that Yagura is currently the only person in our village who can inherit the position of Mizukage. If we choose someone else, the people of Konoha will inevitably find out that their plan has been exposed."

"At that time, Konoha will definitely take corresponding actions. How should we respond?"

"Only when Yagura succeeds to the throne will they believe that their plan has not been exposed."

“This is indeed unfair to Yagura, but he is a member of the village and has an obligation to sacrifice for the village.”

"Once Yagura takes over, the village will follow his arrangements."

"Have Ao secretly observe Yagura."

"Until Yagura is controlled by illusion."

"This way, the people of Konoha won't suspect anything. At the same time, it's also a way to make amends for Yagura, allowing him to experience the life of a true Mizukage for a while."

"Once Yagura is under control, the village will change its approach towards him."

"In order to reduce the damage to the village, and at the same time try to obtain some secret information about Konoha."

"Never tell Yagura any information about the Konoha Plan."

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"No, don't tell anyone except those in high positions you absolutely trust."

"Master, this is a crisis concerning the very survival of our Hidden Mist Village."

"I'm already in this state, now it's all up to you."

"We must help Kirigakure get through this crisis."

Master Yuan opened his mouth, as if to say something.

However, after careful consideration, it became clear that, under these circumstances, the Third Mizukage's decision was indeed the most rational.

This is very unfair to Yagura.

However, Kirigakure is the best choice.

For the sake of the village, Yagura had to be sacrificed.

For Kirigakure right now, stability is more important than anything else.

We cannot take even the slightest risk.

"Alright, Lord Mizukage, then I'll proceed with the arrangements accordingly."

"I will not tell anyone yet that your soul is still intact, Lord Mizukage."

"Instead, we'll handle the rest by saying that you're missing, Lord Mizukage."

"I will pretend I know nothing about the information on the four Konoha ninjas, or about the genjutsu you were under before, Lord Mizukage."

Master Yuan left.

The Third Mizukage also fell into a deep sleep.

The phantom disappeared, and the soul entered the Skeleton Emperor.

Uehara Osamu left the empty forging room.

"build."

Qing was the only one left outside.

The two ninjas that Master Yuan brought have already left with him.

Uehara Shu glanced at the semi-transparent screen in front of him. The reputation bar number had increased to over 1500. Clearly, during this time, more people had learned about the Skeleton Emperor's abilities.

It could be a White Zetsu, or it could be a member of the Akatsuki organization.

"Speaking of which, I wonder how many members the Akatsuki organization has now."

Before those most famous members, the Akatsuki organization actually had other members.

They were simply phased out gradually.

"I didn't expect Obito Uchiha to be so eager to avenge Rin Nohara."

"In an instant, the entire situation in Kirigakure changed."

“Even the entire ninja world.”

"Because of the appearance of the Skeleton Emperor, the situation in Kirigakure will be very different from the original story."

"The Third Mizukage is dead, yet he is still alive."

"But the Third Mizukage completely misjudged the situation regarding Obito Uchiha."

"All the blame has been placed on Konoha."

"However, given the plan devised by the Third Mizukage, the situation in Kirigakure should not be worse than in the original story."

"If I reveal the truth at this time, no one will believe me."

"I just don't know how much this change in circumstances will affect my reputation gathering."

Uehara Osamu was somewhat worried.