Inside the Kazekage Building's conference room.
The Third Kazekage was furious because the Daimyo's refusal to provide military funds had caused Sunagakure to miss a great opportunity.
A high-ranking official asked, "So... are we participating in this war?"
The Third Kazekage gritted his teeth and said, "Participate, of course we'll participate! Even if there's no opportunity, we'll create one. Konoha, with its abundant resources, is right next to us. If an all-out war breaks out, Kumogakure and Iwagakure's main targets will definitely be Konoha.
So we need to find the right opportunity, and while they're fighting fiercely, we'll snatch some meat from Konoha!"
Ebizo spoke, "Third Kazekage, your idea is very good, but Konoha now has the Yellow Flash. He has fought the Third Raikage's son and the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki from Kumogakure on the battlefield multiple times without falling behind, even gaining an advantage. Moreover, Konoha has many powerful Ninja. Even if we want to reap the benefits of their conflict, we might have to pay a heavy price."
The Third Kazekage resolutely said, "We can't worry about that. As long as the benefits outweigh the losses, then we have no reason to give up."
Ebizo suggested, "I think we can send someone to Konoha as an undercover agent to gain Konoha's trust, and find out about Konoha's secrets, high-level Ninjutsu, secret techniques, and so on. We can even get our hands on Konoha's Bloodline Limit. This way, when we want to invade Konoha in the future, we can have this undercover agent directly guide us and get what we want."
The Third Kazekage's eyes lit up slightly; this seemed like a good idea!
But the Third Kazekage's brow quickly furrowed: "This idea is good, but it's hard to implement. How can we successfully arrange someone to go undercover in Konoha? Although an all-out war hasn't started yet, Konoha already has friction with Kumogakure, and Iwagakure is also eyeing them, ready to enter at any time. Konoha will definitely be very wary of spies and undercover agents."
Ebizo said in a deep voice, "Then it depends on whether you, Third Kazekage, are willing to make a sacrifice."
The Third Kazekage looked at Ebizo seriously: "Advisor Ebizo, just speak your mind."
Ebizo nodded and continued, "What can attract the other party's attention must be something of great benefit, such as powerful Ninjutsu, secret techniques, etc. But you, Third Kazekage, are also very clear about the situation of our Sunagakure; Konoha doesn't really care for these things of ours.
So what could interest Konoha... is only the Bloodline Limit. If you, Third Kazekage, are willing, we can have a Ninja with a Bloodline Limit go undercover in Konoha."
The Third Kazekage's expression was very solemn: "Bloodline Limit... We don't have many Bloodline Limit Ninja in Sunagakure, and... even if Konoha is interested in Bloodline Limit, if we just send them over, they won't accept them, right? After all, during this sensitive period, the intention would be too obvious."
Ebizo shook his head and explained, "Of course, it's not simply sending them over; it will definitely take some effort. I have a plan, Third Kazekage, you can listen.
Now Iwagakure is eyeing Konoha, and Konoha must also be guarding against Iwagakure. We can propose an alliance to Iwagakure, and to show our sincerity for the alliance, and at the same time hoping to exchange for some resources, we will give a Bloodline Limit Ninja, and Iwagakure will give us some Kunai, explosive tags, and other supplies in exchange.
Ōnoki of Iwagakure is a very greedy fellow, and our Land of Wind and Earth Country are only separated by a few small countries, very close. After an all-out war breaks out, he will definitely be wary of us.
And if we proactively form an alliance with Ōnoki, and even give him a Bloodline Limit Ninja, and he doesn't have to worry about us attacking them, then Ōnoki will definitely not object. It's just giving up some supplies, he will definitely agree to our alliance terms.
However, when delivering the Bloodline Limit Ninja to them, we must let Konoha Ninja 'accidentally' learn this information, letting them know that we are trading a Bloodline Limit Ninja to Iwagakure as an item of exchange.
Konoha, knowing that we are allying with Iwagakure, will definitely intercept and stop it. After Konoha successfully intercepts, the Bloodline Limit Ninja, as the item of exchange, will then be Konoha's spoils of war. This way, they can naturally enter Konoha.
And our Sunagakure can get a batch of supplies for free, and also successfully achieve our goal of sending an undercover agent into Konoha. Iwagakure will only blame Konoha for the interception, not us.
And after that, we can sit back and watch the tigers fight, quietly waiting for the war to develop, and when the time is ripe, invade Konoha."
The Third Kazekage and other high-ranking officials of Sunagakure were carefully considering Ebizo's plan.
Chiyo calmly took a sip of tea.
Chiyo was very proud of her younger brother Ebizo's wisdom.
This plan was already very complete; as long as the Third Kazekage made up his mind, it was very likely to succeed.
The Third Kazekage pondered for a moment and had already made a decision.
Sunagakure was too weak now, so if there was an opportunity, they had to try it.
The Third Kazekage agreed, "I agree with Advisor Ebizo's plan. What about you all?"
Chiyo put down her teacup and said, "I agree."
Other Advisors also expressed their agreement.
The Third Kazekage immediately announced, "Then we will proceed according to Advisor Ebizo's plan. After the meeting, I will draft a letter expressing our intention to ally with Iwagakure and send it to Ōnoki as soon as possible."
Ebizo reminded, "Third Kazekage, there's one more thing. The Bloodline Limit Ninja chosen must be absolutely loyal to our Sunagakure, and measures must be taken to prevent Konoha Ninja from prying into their memories."
Chiyo spoke, "As for measures to prevent memory prying, the 'Subtle Brain Manipulation' technique can solve it.
However, due to the current tense situation, the undercover agent needs to transmit information about Konoha, so it's best to set Subtle Brain Manipulation as a triggered release. Once the brain is invaded and memories are probed, the technique will automatically release, and memories will be restored."
Ebizo asked, "That's it. So, Third Kazekage, do you have anyone in mind now?"
The Third Kazekage thought for a while, and then a candidate suddenly came to his mind.
Just as the Third Kazekage was about to speak, Ebizo stopped him: "This matter should only be known by you, Third Kazekage. The fewer people who know who the undercover agent is, the safer the undercover agent will be. Conversely, if more people know, the greater the risk of the undercover agent being exposed.
Therefore, the person chosen to send the undercover agent to trade with the Iwagakure people must also be carefully selected by the Third Kazekage. Do not tell them the truth; let them only know that they are going to trade with Iwagakure, and for the undercover agent to successfully infiltrate Konoha, they may need to sacrifice themselves if necessary."
The Third Kazekage nodded, "Okay, I understand. Then the meeting is adjourned. I will make the arrangements next."