"What?!"
As Elder Chiyan finished speaking, everyone present took a deep breath.
Some older people even wonder if they heard something wrong because of their hearing loss.
Otherwise...
How could Elder Chiyan say such outrageous content?
Give up resistance and surrender?
What a joke!
"Elder Akaiwa, are you serious?" Even the elite Jonin Qingshi's face turned blue and purple.
He thought Elder Chiyan could say something inspiring.
But he never expected that Elder Chiyan, who in his impression was always tough and iron-blooded.
it turns out……
would say something like this!
This simply overturned his worldview.
"Hey, Akayan, do you know what you're talking about?"
Another elder stood up from his chair with a loud sound and looked at Chiyan with a bit of anger.
"Is it possible that someone like you has been bought by someone from Konoha?"
Another elder stood up and accused Chiyan. In his opinion, Elder Chiyan's crazy words were no different from betraying Yanyin Village.
For a time, Elder Chiyan directly became a loser.
His face instantly turned pale.
"Betrayal of the village?"
Elder Chiyan looked directly into the opponent's eyes and clenched his fist with one hand.
He cannot bear such a crime.
Moreover, Chiyan did not feel at all that his decision had the purpose of betraying the village.
"Do not make jokes."
"Whether it was the Second Ninja War or the Third Ninja War, I never flinched."
"Although we can't call them war heroes, at least they lead the way."
"My position as an elder was not earned through connections, but through life and death battles one after another!"
Elder Chiyan spoke of the past eloquently.
No matter what kind of battle it was, he never flinched.
Even if he faced Konoha's monster Hokage, the worst he could do would be death.
I am already old.
Being able to die heroically and fearlessly on the battlefield is a complete honor.
He is not afraid at all.
only……
"I can't watch the new blood of Iwagakure fight a war that they won't win."
Elder Chiyan's eyes were a little more determined.
His voice was still sonorous and powerful.
It must be said that Chiyan's strong attitude once again suppressed the entire audience.
Both those who don’t understand him and those who stand up and question him.
At this moment, everyone was silent subconsciously.
"Although Onoki is old, he has not been able to sit in the Tsuchikage position for so many years just by relying on his old age."
"No matter how bad his health is."
"He is also the only one in the village who has inherited the blood of the second-generation Tsuchikage-sama."
"His Dust Release: Original Realm Peeling Jutsu, and Dust Release: Limitation Peeling Jutsu, are the strongest ninjutsu in our village."
"No one can surpass Ohnoki in strength."
"Whether it's everyone here or the younger generation."
Elder Chiyan began to argue.
"But even the elite troops led by Onoki could not stop the Hokage's ambition."
"Those Iwa ninjas who participated in the war can completely prove this."
As he spoke, Elder Chiyan glanced at everyone present.
That attitude seemed to be questioning them.
Don't you think that your strength is more powerful than Ohnoki?
Even Ohnoki is no match for Zephyr.
How could they alone stop He Feng?
Today's Yanyin Village is not only in decline.
Even the Jinchuuriki were lost.
If a fight really breaks out, the result is self-evident.
"The younger generation in the village will be completely consumed."
"Konoha's ninja troops marched in."
"Control the entire Iwagakure Village, and use Iwagakure Village as the foundation to encroach on the entire Earth Kingdom."
"In a few decades, our land and our descendants will forget this history."
"Become a citizen of the Fire Nation."
Elder Chiyan became more and more excited.
It was as if their failure was already destined.
but……
Such words, although unpleasant to hear, make people feel harsh.
But what I have to admit is that not only Akaiyan, but everyone present does not feel that they can prevent the invasion of Konoha Village.
As long as the Hokage Zephyr joins the battle.
They can't win.
The gap in strength between ninjas is far greater than the gap between humans and dogs.
"But……"
In any case, I understand it in my heart, but it is not easy to accept it.
When I think of the efforts of the ancestors of the past generations, they were ruined in their own time and in their own hands.
That kind of guilt makes them unable to let go.
"In this case, we will be the criminals of Iwagakure Village..."
The elder who originally accused Chiyan of betraying the village became increasingly gloomy, and his tone was no longer as tough as before.
On the contrary, it gives people a very unwilling feeling.
In fact, not only him, but also everyone else present was in roughly the same mood at this time.
"Yes, Elder Chiyan."
Qingshi took a deep breath, "Maybe we have other ways."
"Try to win over the small countries in the ninja world as much as possible and convince them to join us."
However, even Qingshi himself cannot accept such an idea.
In many countries in the ninja world, there are no ninjas.
Some samurai are also wandering samurai who cannot use chakra.
The Red Sand Scorpion destroying a country by one person is enough to show how powerless these small countries are in front of ninjas.
Except for the five major countries.
The only ones that are relatively strong are Kusakure Village, Ame Hidden Village, and Takigakure Village.
It can be explained according to the prisoners released by Ze Feng.
Ame Hidden Village took the initiative to seek refuge in Konoha.
It is now a city in the Land of Fire.
In the remaining small country, there are only Kusagakure Village and Takigakure Village.
Ninjas still exist.
Not to mention that these two ninja villages are allies of Konoha.
Even after convincing them.
Because there are no shadow-level powerful people.
At best, it just adds some cannon fodder.
Based on this relationship, Qingshi's voice became weaker and weaker.
Later, even he himself had no confidence.
"well……"
Noticing the changes in Qingshi's expression, Chiyan couldn't help but sigh.
He felt that he could understand Qingshi's mood.
Who would be willing to make such a decision if a reasonable solution could be found?
"bluestone."
Elder Chiyan called Qingshi's name.
"Although it is a surrender, it is not unconditional."
"After all, there is no war between us and Konoha."
"So there is no such thing as a winner or a loser."
"It is an equal dialogue between villages and countries."
Elder Chiyan's words are somewhat beautifying.
But if you think about it seriously,
You can see that this logic does not hold true at all.
After all, this is not a normal negotiation, but a surrender.
Even to a certain extent, it was Iwagakure Village that took the initiative to surrender.
How can there be true equality between the two parties?
only……
Everyone present tacitly kept silent.
Let Elder Chiyan continue.
"We can surrender Konoha in name only."
"It doesn't matter even if the entire territory of the Earth Kingdom is merged into the other side's territory."
"The key lies in the management of Iwagakure Village."
Elder Chiyan paused for a moment and expressed his opinion.
In his opinion, as long as he can obtain the management rights of Iwagakure Village.
That can't be considered a complete fall.
Maybe we can also use the resources of the Fire Nation to develop the country's economy.
Focus on training the ninjas in the village.
"In the final analysis, Konoha Village is able to achieve what it is today entirely because of monsters like Zefeng."
"But don't forget, there is not just one monster in history, Zephyr."
"The first Hokage who founded the Hidden Leaf Village, Senju Hashirama, is even called the God of Ninja."
"Not only did he single-handedly quell the war, he also captured nine tailed beasts."
"The Hidden Leaf Village has reached its peak and ushered in its first heyday."
"But what's the result?"
The corners of Elder Chiyan's mouth rose, as if he had discovered some new continent.
"Even such a ninja god cannot keep Konoha prosperous."
"With his death due to illness, the ninja world was once again in chaos."
"The First Ninja War was born because of this."
"Even if Zefeng is a genius, he cannot live forever."
"One day, Zephyr will leave this world because of this or that relationship."
Analysis by Chiyan Elder Kang Gaizhiang.
It seems that voluntarily surrendering is not something to blame oneself for.
I did this just to let Iwagakure retain its power.
"really."
Even an elder at the scene gradually understood Chi Yan.
He began to chime in, "As far as I know, Zephyr is no ordinary ninja."
"He is from the Uchiha clan and is gifted with child arts like the Sharingan."
"Although the power of the Sharingan is powerful, it also has side effects."
"Perhaps Zephyr will die young soon."
I have to say that such nonsense has indeed given many people confidence.
It's as if Zefeng really doesn't live long.
"yes."
"As long as that brat Zephyr dies, the ninja world will definitely fall apart again."
"As long as we take control of the Earth Kingdom by then, we can get back everything we lost!"
For a time, the atmosphere at the scene gradually changed.
Seeing this, Elder Chiyan felt that the haze blocking his eyes was quickly dissipating.
"So, even if you surrender to Konoha now, it won't be a shame."
"On the contrary, our goal is to fight for the future!"
Elder Chiyan spoke loudly.
These words finally gained the support of everyone.
"Yes, we are fighting the future."
"Gather strength, accumulate strength and gain strength."
"In terms of strategy, how can the castle and the Hokage be our opponents?"
"Yes, we will be the ones who win in the end."
Looking at the elders who are getting more and more excited.
On the contrary, Qingshi's mood became a little subtle.
In his opinion, although these elders have good ideas,
, it may not be possible.
But after all, Zefeng is the youngest Hokage in the history of Konoha, right?
Otherwise, we wouldn't call him a monster.
In my impression, Hefeng is only twenty-one years old.
No matter how young you die, you can still live past forty, right?
Let’s not talk about what will happen to the ninja world after twenty years.
All the elders present may not see that day.
Rather than fighting against the future, it is better to say that they threw the future of Iwagakure Village to their descendants.
certainly……
Although Qingshi had a lot of things to say in his heart, there was such an atmosphere.
He still had trouble speaking.
Moreover, as an elite Jonin, he also knew in his heart that Iwagakure Village had no chance of winning.
Once a war breaks out between the two sides.
It undoubtedly gave Konoha the opportunity to annihilate all the Iwa ninja.
Based on this relationship, perhaps Elder Chiyan's plan is not bad.
"bluestone."
However, just when Qingshi was thinking about these things secretly in his heart, Elder Chiyan spoke again and called out his name.
The two sides looked at each other.
Qingshi saw unprecedented expectations in Elder Chiyan's eyes.
Obviously, it is impossible for elders like them to negotiate with Konoha about voluntary surrender.
At this time, you need someone.
to play such a role.
In the eyes of Elder Chiyan, Qingshi is undoubtedly the most suitable candidate.
"let me?"
Qingshi blinked hard and pointed at himself again.
He never dreamed that Elder Chiyan would leave this matter to him.
"good."
Elder Chiyan nodded slightly.
In any case, Qingshi is a very qualified elite jounin in Iwagakure Village.
"I would like to trouble you to make a trip about this matter."
"Go to the Iron Country and negotiate with Konoha."
"As long as they agree to our conditions, we are willing to give up resistance."
Elder Chiyan said seriously.
It's not just him.
Others also turned to look at Qingshi.
His eyes were full of expectations for Qingshi.
It has to be said that in the face of the expectations of the elders, Qingshi felt extremely stressed in his heart.
but……
Since he is a ninja of Iwagakure Village.
You should dedicate yourself to the village.
After thinking for a while, Qingshi finally nodded.
"I see."
He rolled his throat and swallowed nervously.
Then he took over this task seriously.
Said that he would go to the Kingdom of Iron.
Fully negotiate with the Leaf Village.
Got Qingshi's affirmative answer.
Elder Chiyan's face showed a smile that he hadn't seen for a long time.
He took three steps and two steps at a time, walked to Qingshi, then slowly raised his right hand and put it on Qingshi's shoulder.
The next second, Elder Chiyan patted him heavily on the shoulder.
"Qingshi, the future of Iwagakure Village is entrusted to you."
He said with a serious face.
But this sentence has two meanings.
On the one hand, it is Qingshi’s job to negotiate.
on the other hand……
Elder Chiyan could feel his life draining away rapidly.
Maybe there will be a day of great chaos in the ninja world.
But it is impossible to see it myself.
What is the future of the village?
It can only be left to young people like Qingshi to protect it.
"please."
At the end, Elder Chiyan did not forget to add a sincere sentence.
"Um."
Qingshi also nodded heavily in response.
