This guy obviously intends to be a coward in this war. Otherwise, when Sunagakure came to the Land of Rain, he would have jumped out on his own."

Therefore, in Orochimaru's opinion, this may also be a test of Hanzo by Sunagakure.

After all, in the early days of the Second Ninja War, Sunagakure Village was also beaten by Hanzo and was knocked out of the east, west, and west. Later, when attacking Konoha, they also attacked the Fire Country from the direction of the Kawa Country, rather than passing through the Rain Country.

This shows that the top management of Sunagakure also has their own considerations. Or perhaps, at the beginning of the war, Sunagakure and Hanzo reached some agreement.

"According to my tip, Hanzo has become suspicious in recent years and has become more cautious in his actions. The mess in the Country of Rain and Hidden Rain Village has also made him physically and mentally exhausted. Compared to protecting the Country of Rain, he is probably more concerned about protecting the Country of Rain.

I even want to protect my reputation as a 'demigod'."

"... Danzo, are you kidding me? If so, how can we get him to take action and take the pressure off Sunagakure for us?"

Orochimaru frowned.

He didn't bother to care about what happened to Hanzo.

But as Danzo said, Hanzo's fighting spirit has declined. He only wants to protect the honor of his "demigod" and has become no longer enterprising. How could such a person intervene in a dangerous war and share the pressure on Muye's behalf?

"No, this is just right. If Hanzo doesn't want to take action, then we will force him to take action. Unlike Hanzo, in this time of national crisis, there are many young people from the Country of Rain who are not afraid of death and want to protect this country that is riddled with holes.

The country used them as a springboard to force Hanzo out of Yuyin Village."

In this way, it will not only reduce the threat of Sunagakure, but also weaken Amegakure's power, making the environment around Konoha more stable.

"Then let's do it this way, Danzo."

Orochimaru's eyes were cold.

The biggest difference between him and Jiraiya is that no matter how despicable the strategy is, as long as it can bring victory to Konoha, then he will do whatever it takes. In this, who will be sacrificed and how many people will be sacrificed is just a cold number.

Danzo nodded.

He admired Orochimaru's attitude of seeking victory by any means necessary. Jiraiya would never have agreed to this.

"Don't worry, I'm here just for this. I will bear this darkness!"

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Yuyin Village.

The land on the water surrounded by the inland sea, with its pointed towers, is like a steel-arched jungle, exposed to the heavy rain.

In the tavern, the members of the 'Akatsuki' organization crowded together in a single room.

The content of their meeting was very simple. They still focused on helping the poor people of the Rain Country, as well as discouraging Konoha and Sunagakure from continuing the war, so that the Rain Country could recover its economy as soon as possible.

Currently, half of the people in the Land of Rain are living a precarious life, and this situation will become worse and worse as time goes by. The only way is to stop the war between Sunagakure and Konoha.

But this result was not ideal, because in the past few months, Yahiko went to negotiate with the ninjas of Konoha and Sunagakure more than once, but he was turned away every time, and even the command level there was not seen.

He was kicked out violently.

Although he encountered such a bad thing, Yahiko did not feel discouraged, but he also understood that Konoha and Sunagakure did not care what happened to the Rain Country due to this war. This made Yahiko both angry and full of

have no choice.

He has always believed that people can understand each other, and no matter how difficult this road is, he will continue to walk unswervingly.

But so far, Konoha and Sunagakure's refusal to talk has completely rejected his passionate will.

Why is no one willing to sit down and negotiate calmly? Yahiko cannot understand this.

Obviously war will only bring serious trauma. Both the enemy and yourself will be injured because of the war. The feeling of losing family members is the same.

In this case, Sunagakure and Konoha still insist on fighting, fighting each other on the battlefield, not only hurting the enemy, but also becoming painful for themselves, which Yahiko cannot understand.

Seeing how everyone was in trouble, Nagato knew exactly what kind of difficulties Xiao Xiao was facing.

After all, it is still a problem of insufficient funds.

Because if you want to restore the daily life of the people, even if Sunagakure and Konoha stop the war, how to collect money will be the top priority.

But Xiao does not have such ability to make money.

None of them understand the business methods of making money.

Their income still comes from the rewards for completing tasks... If this is the case, in Nagato's opinion, it would be more profitable to go to the Kingdom of Ghosts and use the Samsara Eye to move bricks.

After the meeting, Nagato walked out of the dull room and stood on the balcony on the second floor, looking at the patter of rain outside the eaves.

"Is it Xiaonan?"

Nagato heard footsteps coming from behind and turned his head slightly.

"Yes. Nagato, what are you thinking about here alone?"

"Wondering how to get funding."

Nagato thought about his answer.

"Sorry, it's all because of me..."

Xiaonan thought about the tens of millions of taels of debt she owed, and it was only through Nagato's help that she could barely pay it off.

It was also at that time that Xiaonan learned that Nagato had started working in the underground black market.

He hunts criminals from all over the world alone in the Rain Kingdom looking for business, silently supporting Akatsuki's actions behind the scenes.

Therefore, although Xiao's funds are not sufficient, the materials purchased have not been reduced.

And only Xiaonan knows this secret.

Xiao Nan is responsible for the procurement task and is very clear about the prices of medicines and other supplies. If another member is replaced to take over, he will soon know the financial problems.

"This has nothing to do with you. I just want to realize the dream that the three of us share. This little effort is nothing."

"Is there really no need to tell Yahiko and the others? Maybe if they know about this, they will also..."

"No need. Compared with my work, he has to face more pressure. I don't want to increase his troubles."

As the leader, Yahiko is of course under a lot of pressure, and Nagato is very aware of this.

Because of this, Nagato understands better that people have to face reality.

If Yahiko is the savior and dreamer in the eyes of everyone, then what he wants to be is the unknown person who silently sacrifices everything behind Yahiko, the dreamer.

Even so, it's still delicious.

"I have always envied Yahiko's personality since I was a child. He is not discouraged no matter what setbacks he faces. He has the special power to infect others. He is a natural leader. In the past, he saved me like this and became one of the people who followed him.

These are my sincere words. No need to persuade me anymore, Konan Yahiko will definitely change this country. I believe he has this power."

A smile appeared on Nagato's face.

Hearing what Nagato said, Xiaonan had no choice but to agree with his thoughts and nodded seriously.

Yahiko is indeed the kind of person who is overly optimistic, and because of this optimistic attitude towards life, he can hold his head high when facing any difficulties, and can selflessly dedicate everything he has to everyone around him.

It is for this reason that Xiao was established, allowing more and more people to recognize it and become a member of Xiao.

It is pointless to learn that complaining and hating are pointless. Akatsuki's purpose is to change this country and this world where human nature has become distorted due to constant wars.

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The top of the tower.

The sound of rain outside could no longer be heard inside.

Isolated from all distractions from the outside world.

The candlelight flickered in the room, and through the window paper, a figure slowly sat upright.

He did not come out of the room. Outside the room, there were a large number of Amegakure ninjas wearing gas masks protecting him, 24 hours a day.

"Is there a problem?"

The old man's rather angry voice came from the room.

The Amegakure ninja who was responsible for the report knelt on one knee on the floor, wrapped in the silent atmosphere, with a look of respect on his face. He obviously had a heartfelt feeling of admiration for the person living in the room.

After all, this is the famous ninja, the great figure at the top of the ninja - the ninja demigod, Sansho Hanzo.

He is also the protector of their Rain Kingdom.

During the Second Ninja War, he was the greatest hero of the Rain Country who defeated the ninjas of the three major countries in succession.

Today's new generation of Amegakure ninjas can be said to have grown up listening to the legendary deeds of this hero.

For the living demigods in the legend, respect and worship will naturally radiate from the inside out.

Although after years of baptism, the energy is not as good as before, the will to protect the country and love peace still encourages the new generation of ninjas to move forward bravely, becoming the spiritual pillar for the young people of the Rain Country to live strong and aspire to peace.

"Master Hanzo, as Konoha and Sunagakure are currently fighting in our Rain Country, according to statistics, one hundred and thirteen villages, nineteen towns, and two cities have suffered varying degrees of damage."

This figure can be said to be a very heavy loss for the Country of Rain.

The Rain Country is a small country, and its domestic economy has not been very prosperous since the Second Ninja War.

The continuous banditry for years, coupled with the Third Ninja War, has exacerbated the serious economic decline of the Rain Country.

Although it is the duty of the daimyo and the nobles to appease the numerous homeless people of the Land of Rain, the daimyo and the nobles are now unable to protect themselves, so one can imagine what the fate of these homeless people will be.

"I understand. I will negotiate with the people of Konoha and Sunagakure and let them fight later. Try not to do it in a populated place."
To be continued...