Naruto: People are in Konoha, the system arrived 20 years earlier Chapter 115

“Land of Water?” Hiruzen was visibly surprised by Hayato’s answer.

When the jonin expressed their opinions earlier, most of them hovered around Cloud and Sand as potential enemies, with only a few suggesting attacking Stone.

But no one had brought up the option of the Hidden Mist Village.

Hiruzen looked at Hayato intently, “Since you say so, is there a reason?”

Instantly, everyone’s gaze focused on Hayato.

Of course, there were some who thought Hayato was just trying to be flashy, deliberately saying something different from others to attract the Hokage’s attention.

If Hayato were truly asked to explain himself, he surely wouldn’t be able to say anything substantial.

After all, Hayato had only become a jonin recently, and coupled with his young age, many people didn’t take his words seriously.

Facing this situation, Hayato showed no signs of timidity and spoke calmly.

“The battle between Cloud and Sand certainly can’t be hidden from other great nations. Since we’ve already received the news, Hidden Stone must have received it too.”

“Regardless of whether we choose to go to war with Cloud or Sand, Hidden Stone can observe from the sidelines and might end up gaining the greatest war benefits.”

“Because Hidden Stone Village, like us, borders the other three great nations.”

“So why don’t we let Hidden Stone make a choice first, and then we decide our subsequent actions?”

“And at this moment, if we just wait passively, we will definitely miss a golden opportunity, which is why I suggested attacking the Land of Water.”

“On one hand, due to the Land of Water’s crucial geographical location, news will reach them later. If we strike first against the Land of Water, we also reduce the possibility of being backstabbed by Hidden Mist.”

“Everyone, think about it carefully. If Hidden Mist Village were to launch a sneak attack on our home while we’re engaged in war with other countries…”

After Hayato finished speaking, the scene fell into silence.

Many people looked at Hayato with newfound respect. They had always thought that Hayato had only achieved his jonin status through sheer combat power.

From today, it was clear that Hayato was not just a reckless brawler.

Of course, Hayato was purely working backward from knowing the answer.

He knew that Hidden Stone would take advantage of the internal emptiness in Cloud to launch a sneak attack, and he also knew that Hidden Mist had similar intentions toward Konoha.

That’s why he laid these things out in the open.

There was also a small ulterior motive: Madara had laid out plans in Hidden Mist Village. If he could cause some trouble for them, it would be very beneficial to him.

After a long moment, Hiruzen nodded slightly and then motioned for others to continue speaking.

Hayato didn’t pay attention to the subsequent speeches, only calculating inwardly what he could gain from this war.

Finally, everyone finished speaking. Hiruzen looked at Danzo and the other two standing not far from him.

Mito Kadomon looked left and right. Seeing that the other two had no intention of speaking first, he thought for a moment and decided to voice his opinion first.

“I believe the Land of Water is indeed a good choice. We can attack the Land of Water while watching the tigers fight from the mountain.”

Koharu Utatane, on the other hand, held a dissenting opinion. “Land of Water? En, have you considered how we would govern and defend it if we conquer it? The Land of Water and the Land of Fire are not just a little bit far apart.”

It was across the sea. Even if they conquered it, if any unrest broke out later, by the time people were dispatched from Konoha, it would be too late. That was her thought.

After thinking for a while, she continued, “I suggest we directly attack Hidden Stone Village. Cloud and Sand are at war, and we’ll be at war with Hidden Stone Village. It’s perfectly fine for us not to interfere with each other.”

Hiruzen finally cast his gaze upon Danzo, wanting to hear his opinion.

“I have no objection to who we fight, but if I had to choose, I would also pick the Land of Water.”

Hearing Danzo say this, Hayato couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow.

He hadn’t expected this old man to choose this plan. Hayato had originally thought that he would definitely oppose any suggestion put forth by someone from the Uchiha clan.

After listening to everyone’s opinions, Hiruzen thought for a brief moment and then made his decision.

“Then we will choose the Land of Water as our first target of attack.”

As for how to govern it after conquering it, that was something the Daimyo would consider. His only responsibility was to expand the territory.

“For the inland battlefield, we will first observe the further movements of the other three nations before making a decision.”

Hiruzen would not give up on the inland battlefield. Choosing the Land of Water also had an important reason.

That was, it would be difficult for the other three great nations inland to know Konoha’s movements.

The distance was far, and everyone was far. As long as the news did not reach the other three great nations immediately, they would always be on guard against Konoha.

Moreover, Konoha had an advantage that other countries did not: long-range communication.

Thinking of this, Hiruzen couldn’t help but shift his gaze back to Hayato.

It truly was thanks to the long-range communication technology he provided.

Hiruzen couldn’t help but marvel again at his own judgment in people. His decision to let Hayato graduate early was truly farsighted.

Once the strategic方針 was decided, the discussion delved deeper.

Initially, everyone could have their own ideas, but now that the leader had set the tone, they only needed to execute it well.

Many people looked at Hayato with envy.

Today’s outcome could be said to be the Hokage’s approval of Hayato’s opinion, and Hayato would enter Konoha’s core circle even faster in the future.

This young man, at such a young age, had already gained the Hokage’s appreciation. He was bound to achieve great things in the future.

This was everyone’s thought. After this meeting, Hayato’s reputation within Konoha expanded further.

Before, he was just a genius of the Uchiha clan; now, he was more than just a genius.

Finally, the list for the attack on Hidden Mist Village was finalized. Since it was Hayato’s proposed plan, Hayato’s name was also on it.

However, the main commander of this war was not Hayato, but Sakumo.

After the meeting, everyone exited in an orderly fashion.

“Sensei, we can fight side by side again this time,” Hayato said with a smile as he approached Sakumo.

He didn’t want to be the main commander; there were too many things to consider.

Sakumo patted Hayato’s shoulder. “No need to rush, your path is still very long.”

He thought Hayato was disappointed that he couldn’t personally command the war, especially since it was Hayato’s own strategy.

Hayato shook his head. “Sensei, you’ve misunderstood me. I’m happy to take it easy.”

Sakumo laughed wryly, having forgotten his student’s temperament.

“Then go back and prepare. The departure time is set for three days from now.”

Hayato nodded slightly and then walked towards his home.

It was time to get things in order. This was not a mission like before; this was war!