Naruto: Did i Just Get Reincarnated as Gojo?

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If that organization were filled with rogue Shinobi like Sasori, attacking them might bring an end to Sunagakure's last hope.

Furthermore, if news of the loss of the Tailed Beast spread throughout the Shinobi world, Suna's situation would become even more dire. Their trade relations with Konoha would become even more unequal, and the Iwa monkeys would become even more unrestrained in their incursions into the Land of Wind's territory…

The third path:

That is, before the gap widens too much, launch a Shinobi World War ahead of schedule! Let the Shinobi world forces reshuffle! The victors redistribute the benefits and Tailed Beasts. Only in this way could Sunagakure have a chance to reclaim a seat at the table, rather than being placed on a plate and served as a dish.

Only this way could Sunagakure have a glimmer of hope, instead of becoming a semi-colonial, semi-feudal society subservient to Konoha.

Of course, Suna's strength alone was far from enough.

It was necessary to tie Iwa, Kumo, Kiri, Taki… all these Shinobi villages, big and small, onto the anti-Konoha alliance's chariot, and wage war against Konoha.

Konoha was a tempting, massive cake, impossible for Sunagakure to devour alone.

If the Black Zetsu Tailed Beast incident hadn't happened today, Baki had originally planned to wait at least another ten years, before launching a war against Konoha. At that time, with the secondary development of the Ryūmyaku chakra and the power of the Tailed Beast, they would have more confidence against Konoha.

But now, they couldn't wait any longer.

Perhaps it was time for a peaceful negotiation with that old geezer from Iwagakure.

Initiate a Five Kage Summit.

Baki silently calculated everything in his heart.

What grand event would there be in the Shinobi world recently? Something that could make Konoha relax its vigilance… and give them the chance to strike a surprise blow, as the opening act of the Fourth Shinobi World War?

"What is it? There must be something, think carefully."

"Right, the Joint Chunin Exams!"

Baki's eyes lit up, seizing this glimmer of hope belonging to Suna!

The [Joint Chunin Exams], an event established when Suna and Konoha signed the [Konoha-Suna Treaty], using Pakura's head as a peace offering to Konoha.

The treaty stipulated that Suna needed to co-host the Chunin Exams with Konoha.

Originally, this was a matter between two Shinobi villages.

But now, it could be fully exploited.

Baki even had the announcement figured out: in view of the recent turmoil in the ninja world, Konoha would sincerely invite all Shinobi villages to participate in this peaceful event.

During the [Joint Chunin Exams], the major Shinobi villages should lay down their swords, cease hostilities, and use a relatively civilized method to showcase their village's strength.

Konoha, wasn't it eager for a reputation?

The reputation of a peace-loving major village, how effective would that be? I bet Konoha would be completely unprepared and invite all sizes of Shinobi villages in the ninja world to their own village to hold the joint exams.

Inside Konoha, there would be elite Shinobi from each village arranged to participate in the exams; outside Konoha, there would be the allied ninja forces of the Four Great Villages… inside and outside working together!

The grand undertaking could be accomplished!

Baki clenched his fist forcefully, cheering himself on for his calculations! He also let out a lot of the stuffy air in his chest.

This feeling was like a student who had failed an exam, anxiously waiting at home for the school to send the report card to his parents. The process would be extraordinarily agonizing, but when the report card really came down, there would be a sense of relief.

Like a late-game hero on both sides, dragging out development in a war of attrition, towers gone, wilds gone, dragons gone, forty minutes to a decisive battle, one team fight to end the game, no need! Wait until… it's all over!

Now, Suna didn't want to play the slow game, they just wanted to start the fight as quickly as possible and end this Shinobi World Best-of-One.

The subordinate beside him didn't know why his Kazekage had suddenly become so cheerful, but a good mood was always a good thing, it wouldn't be directed at them.

So, the Anbu confidant stepped forward and whispered, "My lord… these guard ninjas, and the injured ninjas, should we send them to the Suna Hospital for treatment, and count it as a work injury?"

Although it was called the Suna Hospital, its scale couldn't be compared to Konoha Hospital. It was just a small building, able to perform some simple surgeries. It was more accurate to call it a clinic or health center.

"Hmph!!" Baki snorted coldly. He had thought of a way to break the situation, but that didn't mean that these guards who had lost could be spared his wrath.

"The political criminals, headed by Yasuke, have escaped. Increase their crimes, and put them back in prison!"

"The guard Shinobi who were derelict in their duties, causing the One-Tailed Jinchuriki to be snatched away by Akasuna no Sasori, will all be dealt with according to dereliction of duty, and thrown into prison for investigation! Those who haven't made mistakes will remain on probation!"

"You, take the Anbu and confiscate the homes of the Chunin and Genin, and all the cash obtained will be turned over to the Kazekage Tower! As for the Jonin, confiscate half of their property."

Baki paused, then added, "Also… the matter of the One-Tailed Jinchuriki being taken away must not be revealed to the public. Today, only the Rōran Ryūmyaku was attacked, there was no Jinchuriki being taken! Whoever leaks the news, these guard Shinobi will be their fate!"

"Yes! Kazekage-sama!"

The Anbu confidant responded tremblingly.

His heart was already shocked by the cruelty and ruthlessness Baki displayed.

Perhaps, this was the daily life that Shinobi born in Sunagakure should experience. The cruel Shinobi system was implemented in every corner of life and missions.

This was reasonable, and the "benevolent government" of the Fourth Kazekage was a short-lived anomaly.

But… human hearts are made of flesh. Every time this happened, these ordinary Suna Shinobi couldn't help but miss the time when the Fourth Kazekage was in power.

Although it was short, it was enough for these ordinary Shinobi to remember for a lifetime.

'If the Fourth Kazekage's daughter, Princess Temari, could become the Sixth Kazekage, and bring another benevolent rule to the village, that would be great.'

The Anbu confidant turned to leave, but Baki's voice came from behind again:

"By the way, send invitations to Elder Chiyo and Elder Ebizo, saying that I, the Fifth Kazekage, have something I must ask them for. Also, for the future of Sunagakure, I also ask them to must see me."

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[Konohagakure and Sunagakure sign an agreement, planning to relocate the people of Rōran. This population transfer will involve the mobilization of tens of thousands of people.]

[The capture of the Missing-nin was a complete success. The Konoha delegation returns! This declares that Konoha's anti-terrorism operation in the Shinobi world has achieved great progress! Konoha Police, worthy of the name!]

[The Ryūmyaku was destroyed, and the future of the Land of Wind is uncertain!]

The news of the Shinobi world is always so exaggerated.

After capturing the Ryūmyaku, Gojo Kaigetsu and his party also successfully returned to Konohagakure.

In the process, Sunagakure was unexpectedly well-behaved, and did not do anything that would be detrimental to the friendly cooperation between the two villages. But the more honest Suna behaved, the more vigilant Gojo Kaigetsu became.

Leaving aside the constant prosperity prompts from the system, Gojo Kaigetsu could basically guess.

Akatsuki had made such a big move, with Konan and Shinnō working together, there was no reason why Akasuna no Sasori wouldn't act.

The battle for the Ryūmyaku and the battle for the One-Tailed Jinchuriki were launched at the same time. Sasori, holding two Kazekage human puppets, undoubtedly crushed Sunagakure's defensive forces against the Jinchuriki.

"With Akatsuki's current manpower shortage, Black Zetsu is also restless~ He launched the Tailed Beast capture plan ten years early."

Black Zetsu's urgency was understandable. The plan had been disrupted again and again. If they followed the original plan and waited another ten years to start capturing the Tailed Beasts… Akatsuki would be facing a shortage of manpower.

For this reason, Black Zetsu had to risk exposing Akatsuki to the Five Great Villages early and put the Tailed Beast capture plan on the agenda.

But now, it seemed that Akatsuki was almost out of people.

"Hurry up and arrange an ambulance! Come to the Top Healing ward!"

After entering Konoha, Gojo Kaigetsu, having a good conscience, didn't go to the Hokage Tower to report immediately. Instead, he personally directed the logistics Shinobi to carry the stretchers with Might Guy and Uchiha Shisui to Konoha Hospital.

Upon receiving the notice, Lord Kakuzu frowned and immediately summoned his Jiongu to begin suturing Might Guy's wounds.

As for Uchiha Shisui, he was directly sent to the Top Healing ward for IV fluids.

After settling the two injured new generation ninjas, Gojo Kaigetsu took a breath and leisurely returned to the Hokage's office.

"Kaigetsu-kun, how is it?!"

Minato was also aware of the attack on the Ryūmyaku in Suna, and asked impatiently.

"Don't worry, I'm fine."

"As for Might Guy and Uchiha Shisui, they were sent to the hospital. I reckon they'll need to rest for a long time."

Gojo Kaigetsu waved his hand, seeing Minato's appearance, he understood that the events of the alternate timeline hadn't affected him.

Hearing this news, Minato sighed in relief. It was most important that Gojo Kaigetsu was fine.

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