Seeing the Third Mizukage expose his own village's shame, the Third Tsuchikage also set aside his pride and spoke up in agreement:
"Everyone, Uchiha Ryun fired a Tailed Beast Bomb into densely populated areas of the Land of Earth without any warning. The Tailed Beasts have become out-of-control weapons of mass destruction in his hands. We cannot allow this madman to continue wreaking havoc on the Shinobi World any longer..."
"The Kumogakure of the Land of Lightning is united in its vow to kill Uchiha Ryun. I hope everyone here can commit to going all out, sparing no expense to slaughter that beast!"
The young Fourth Raikage, A, stated his position with a stern and murderous expression.
After the Third Raikage died on the battlefield, he had suffered greatly before finally securing his position as Raikage. No one present hated Uchiha Ryun more than he did.
After all, there was the deep hatred of patricide between them. Furthermore, countless Cloud ninja had died by Uchiha Ryun's hand. Both publicly and privately, he was obligated to seek revenge.
In truth, the Fourth Raikage dreamed of killing Uchiha Ryun. However, his high-ranking position made it impossible for him to leave, and though he was extremely reluctant to admit it, he knew that alone, he was no match for Uchiha Ryun. Blindly provoking him again would only lead to more pointless deaths among Kumogakure's ninja.
As the leader of his village, he had to be responsible. Despite his intense hatred for Uchiha Ryun, he did not dare to actually lead his men in a fight to the death against him. He hadn't even taken the previously jointly issued 'Ninja Hunt Order' seriously...
The reason was that the timing wasn't right. Until the Five Kage held a summit and reached a complete, unanimous consensus, he could not blindly send elite Cloud ninja to their deaths.
The more he hated Uchiha Ryun, the more he wanted him dead, the calmer he became.
This mindset and decision-making were admittedly out of character for the typically Raikage. It could only be said that the psychological pressure Uchiha Ryun placed on him was immense... so immense it could change a person's character.
"The principle of 'if the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold' is something our Sunagakure certainly understands. But I fear some villages do not understand this principle... Moreover, I have reason to suspect that certain individuals deliberately allowed this calamity to rise, and it's even possible that someone secretly instructed this scourge to plague the Shinobi World..."
The Third Kazekage spoke earnestly, making veiled accusations and pointing the finger directly at the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen.
Although the two great villages were forced into a temporary ceasefire, the hatred between them was still immense. The Third Kazekage would not miss any opportunity to strike a blow against Konoha.
"Hmph, stop throwing dirty water my way. If the Kazekage is going to make such villainous statements, he'd better provide evidence. Otherwise, this meeting might as well end now. I have no desire to associate with such a petty man!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen slammed the table and stood up, making as if to leave after uttering these words.
For a moment, the Kage on the other ends of the communication network grew anxious.
"Lord Kazekage, everyone is aware of the relationship between your two nations. But at a time like this, please set aside your conflicts and grudges temporarily. Eliminating Uchiha Ryun is the most urgent matter at hand." The Third Tsuchikage was the first to speak up, trying to ease the tension.
"Although Uchiha Ryun originated from Konoha, I doubt the Hokage would condone that individual's actions in bringing disaster to the Shinobi World. After all, Konoha has already declared Uchiha Ryun an SSS-Class Rogue Ninja to the world. Furthermore, the turmoil that occurred in Konoha back then is common knowledge..."
The Third Mizukage also played the role of peacemaker.
It was absolutely impossible for Konoha and Uchiha Ryun to reconcile. The incident back then caused a huge uproar. The deranged Uchiha Ryun had dealt heavy blows to Konoha ninja, and many had died by his hand. The possibility of them putting on an act was far too low for the Third Kazekage to seriously consider.
A person like Uchiha Ryun, ruthless and decisive in killing, would absolutely never play the 'saint' and forgive Konoha, nor would he ever agree to be anyone's dog.
Besides, if Uchiha Ryun had truly reconciled with Konoha and was willing to obey the Hokage's orders, Sarutobi Hiruzen would have long since sent him to attack the Land of Wind. He wouldn't have let him run around making enemies and causing trouble everywhere...
"This Five Kage Summit was jointly initiated by the Daimyo of the Five Great Nations. It concerns the safety of the Shinobi World. I ask Lord Kazekage to prioritize the greater good and refrain from easily making discordant and untrue statements." The Third Tsuchikage glanced at the Third Kazekage and spoke again.
BOOM!!!
A loud noise suddenly erupted from the Kumogakure communication room. The young Raikage had shattered the table in front of him. He then glared fiercely at the other four Kage with a gaze.
"Uchiha Ryun is obsessed with power. He will not let any Tailed Beast escape him. Are you all really going to continue your internal strife? Will you allow that scourge to continue growing stronger, only to pick us off one by one?"
"Kazekage! Can the joint decree issued by the Five Daimyo be enforced or not? Is Uchiha Ryun to be killed or not? Give me a straight answer!"
The Fourth Raikage did not want to engage in any more pointless debate. He laid the issue bare and demanded a direct statement from the Third Kazekage.
"Kill. When did I ever say we wouldn't kill him? If I didn't want to solve the problem, I wouldn't have attended this meeting." The Third Kazekage spoke coldly.
Although his pride was wounded by being spoken to in such a manner by a junior, the Third Kazekage knew it was time to state his position. Otherwise, this meeting truly might fall apart...
After the Third Kazekage stated his position, the four Kage turned their gaze simultaneously towards Sarutobi Hiruzen.
Everyone knew Konoha was unwilling to confront Uchiha Ryun. But faced with the overwhelming 'consensus' now, Sarutobi Hiruzen had no choice!
"Kill!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen coldly spat out a single word.
"Can you go all out? We need a guarantee from the Hokage. After all, Uchiha Ryun's strength is formidable. If the various nations cannot unite wholeheartedly to eliminate him in one go, I fear the consequences waiting for us will be endless trouble..." The Third Tsuchikage asked seriously.
The four Kage stared intently at the Hokage. If he dared to voice opposition, the four great nations of Wind, Lightning, Water, and Earth would undoubtedly unite. What would await the Land of Fire then would be endless war.
"In the battle against Uchiha Ryun, I, and Konoha behind me, will not hold back!" Sarutobi Hiruzen word by word, gave his guarantee.
As Hokage, he understood the gravity of the situation. Uchiha Ryun had angered everyone this time. Konoha truly dared not protect him.
A single individual, no matter how powerful, attempting to challenge the authority of the Five Great Shinobi Nations. Those who the rules and order never come to a good end. The Five Great Nations would never allow such a person to live.
The Daimyo of the Land of Fire and the Konoha higher-ups all knew Uchiha Ryun had slipped from their control.
Although on the surface they maintained a posture of being forced by the consensus, deep down, they also did not want Uchiha Ryun to live. They did not want this 'unstable element' to continue growing stronger.
The power Uchiha Ryun possessed was terrifying. If such a person could not be controlled, he must be destroyed as soon as possible!
Those in 'power' never hesitate on issues like this. Otherwise, they would not be fit to be in that position!
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