Chiyo coldly glances at Takumi, then says, "I can go, but can you tell me why?"
"Just in case."
Takumi says. "The process of extracting the Tailed Beast takes a long time, but even so, we can't guarantee we'll rescue Gaara in time."
"If we really are too late, then we'll have to rely on you, Advisor Chiyo."
A mysterious smile appears on Takumi's face. "I happened to learn that Advisor Chiyo possesses a Ninjutsu capable of reviving the dead."
"At that time, if we are truly late, I'll have to ask for your help, Advisor Chiyo."
Hearing this, everyone looks at Takumi in an uproar.
Then, their gazes shift to Chiyo.
Hiruzen's expression flickers.
He didn't expect this old woman to possess such a technique.
'I wonder if I can learn this Ninjutsu.'
'If possible, after I die, could I be...'
Hiruzen can't help but think wishfully.
His thoughts race for a moment.
"Hmph! Never mind how you found out."
Chiyo sneers. "Since you know about this technique, you must also be clear about its price, right?"
"I think, exchanging your life for the future of Sunagakure is very worthwhile."
Takumi says with a smile. "Don't you think so, Advisor Chiyo?"
Hearing this, Chiyo immediately understands that Takumi knows her technique very well.
She immediately narrows her eyes to hide the shock within.
Because she has never told anyone about this technique.
Yet this boy, whom she is meeting for the first time, knows all about it.
How can this not shock her?
'So, it's a life-for-life technique?'
Hiruzen, known as the Professor, immediately understands.
The price for a technique that can revive the dead must be enormous.
It's not like Edo Tensei, which temporarily revives people to use as pawns.
Hiruzen immediately realizes the preciousness of this technique.
But since Chiyo developed it herself, he has no reason to ask for it.
'But that's okay.'
'Takumi specially called Kakashi along.'
'Maybe, at that time, Kakashi can copy it.'
'We can get it for free.'
Thinking this, Hiruzen can't help but reveal a contented smile.
"What are you smirking at, old man?"
Seeing Hiruzen's smile, Chiyo shudders with disgust and says unpleasantly, "Hurry up and call the people over. We need to set off."
"Don't worry, the Anbu have already gone to notify them. They'll be here soon."
Hiruzen says cheerfully, not minding Chiyo's harsh words.
As soon as he finishes speaking, a knock comes from the door.
Knock, knock, knock.
"Come in."
Hiruzen immediately says cheerfully, "See, I told you they'd be quick."
"Hmph!"
Chiyo snorts coldly, not looking at him.
The door opens. The first person in has white hair. His familiar look immediately makes Chiyo's pupils contract.
Swoosh!
She suddenly rushes forward, several poisoned senbon appearing in her hand at some point.
"Please stop."
Takumi appears just in time, firmly grasping Chiyo's wrist. "Please look carefully. He is not the one who killed your son and daughter-in-law."
"So what!"
Chiyo pulls her hand, finding that although Takumi isn't hurting her, she can't pull free. "Konoha's White Fang killed my son and daughter-in-law. It's only right that I kill his son!"
Kakashi looks bewildered.
He was about to dodge but saw Takumi block in front of him, so he simply stood still.
Hearing their conversation, he understands that this old woman is his father's enemy.
Now he's a bit helpless.
His father made his name during the Second Shinobi World War.
After the war ended, his father committed suicide not long after.
If he had enemies, they could only be from the war period.
But that was war.
Two or more countries were caught in a meat grinder.
It was kill or be killed.
To survive, who would show mercy?
He wants to persuade her, but considering his relationship with her, he'd better just shut up.
The more he says, the more wrong it could be.
"Do you really think that way?"
Takumi's gaze gradually turns cold. "Not to mention that war was started by your Sunagakure attacking our Konoha, dying in battle is a result of one's own insufficient skill."
"Don't forget, we are now allies."
"Given your actions, should I interpret this as you no longer wishing to continue the alliance with Konoha?"
His words immediately make the atmosphere tense.
Temari shudders in his arms.
If the alliance really is cancelled, Takumi has no obligation as an ally to save Gaara.
And with Sunagakure's current disadvantage, if they really lose Konoha as an ally...
The surrounding villages would definitely be willing to take advantage of their misfortune.
Especially Onoki of Iwagakure, he would definitely not remain indifferent.
Baki and several Sunagakure's Shinobi also watch the situation nervously.
They dare not even touch their weapons.
Afraid of causing misunderstandings.
They are currently at a disadvantage.
If they are really abandoned by Konoha, they cannot imagine the consequences.
And most importantly, they need to rescue Gaara as soon as possible.
"Hmph!"
Chiyo snorts coldly, putting away her senbon. "I'll let you off this time. If you ever dare appear within Sunagakure's borders again, I will definitely kill you."
Chiyo utters threats, but inwardly, she breaks out in a cold sweat.
She acted without thinking just now.
Now she can't help but feel a wave of fear.
If the alliance with Konoha really were broken, it would be nothing but harmful for Sunagakure.
"In that case, let's all be harmonious."
Takumi immediately releases his grip and says with a smile, "Kakashi-senpai, let me introduce you. This is Sunagakure's advisor, Granny Chiyo."
"You've already met Baki-san and Temari."
"As for the others, I don't know them either."
After introducing, Takumi's expression turns serious. "For this mission, I need the help of you seniors. And you, Neji, you are the key."
He turns his gaze to the calm-faced Neji. "We are going to rescue someone this time, so we need to find the person first. Among us, only you have reconnaissance abilities."
"I understand."
Neji nods calmly.
"Rescue someone?"
Kakashi frowns slightly. Although he hasn't heard the details, seeing Sunagakure's lineup, he knows the person to be rescued must be important.
"That's right. The person we need to rescue is Gaara."
Takumi says directly.
He believes that as soon as he hears Gaara's name, Kakashi will understand what he means.
Sure enough.
Hearing this name, Kakashi's expression immediately changes.
He naturally understands Gaara's special identity.
And recently, Sunagakure has spared no effort in training Gaara.
Even outsiders like them know Gaara is the next Kazekage candidate.
And the only candidate.
"Time is of the essence. Let's set off immediately. We can discuss the details on the way."
Kakashi also knows they can't delay any longer.
If they delay further, he worries Chiyo might not be able to resist attacking him again.
So, everyone quickly uses the Body Flicker Technique and leaves.
The Hokage's Office, once crowded with people, now only has Hiruzen Sarutobi left.
"Oh no..."
Hiruzen shakes his head helplessly. "I forgot to tell Kakashi to pay attention to Chiyo's life-reviving technique."
He still harbors the hope that someone could use this technique to save him after he dies.
Now he can only hope that Kakashi will be present when Chiyo uses the technique.
That way, he still has a chance to obtain it.
Otherwise, using it once will sacrifice one's own life.
This means that if Chiyo uses this technique, she will give her own life.
Once she dies, no one will know this technique anymore.