In light of Aomi demonstrating such a compatible Kekkeigenkai for the Hidden Mist, along with a merciful heart towards Bloodline Ninjas, he naturally became one of the best candidates.
However, this also involves the Hidden Mist's attitude towards the war with Konoha, as well as a series of negotiations within the Ninja Clan. It's not something that can be implemented just based on the ideas of these two individuals.
Both Terumi Mei and Kaguya Kimijiro need to return to their clans to discuss it further.
Meanwhile, Kisame and Zabuza are more hesitant.
As members of the Hidden Mist's Anbu, they originally held the belief of being loyal to the Hidden Mist, even if it meant taking out their comrades without hesitation.
But when the bladed approach of the Blood Mist Village might point towards themselves, these two were quite honest.
The problem lies in the fact that they have no clan behind them, only the Mizukage...
Could it be that just because Aomi spared their lives, they would completely betray the village and bow their heads?
"I don't want to lay hands on my own people..."
Kisame took a deep breath, muttering to himself, "This is the last chance, don't break my heart again, Hidden Mist."
Zabuza gave Kisame a glance, said nothing, but his eyes were in agreement.
Dragging the corpse of the Root spy Suikazan Fuguki, the group from the Hidden Mist slowly made their way back to the village, each harboring their own thoughts.
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The Hidden Rock Village.
"Opening the Three-Tomoe Sharingan at just over ten years old, with battle skills on par with a Jonin, and claiming he will surpass Uchiha Madara?!"
Onoki listened to Kakou and Higashi Shibito's report, a trace of gravity flickering in his eyes as he recalled memories of his youth.
He and his teacher, the Second Tsuchikage Mu, were both humiliated by the Ninja World Asura Uchiha Madara...
It was also from then that the Second Tsuchikage Mu began researching how to counter Susanoo, eventually developing the Kekkeitota: Dust Release, and offering the Hidden Rock Village the precious Will of Stone.
"Describe in detail the combat details of that Uchiha kid, and make a thorough sketch of him, be meticulous!"
Onoki, listening to the performance of Uchiha Obito, furrowed his brow ever more tightly, picking up the image of Uchiha Obito and coldly commanded:
"List him as a key assassination target, make sure all units prioritize him at the onset of war!"
An Uchiha genius could ultimately develop into a terrifying figure...
After the death of Uzumaki Mito, perhaps only Onoki had experienced that suffocating sense of oppression so closely.
Therefore, among the Hidden Villages, Onoki's hostility towards Konoha, which housed the Uchiha Clan, was consistently the strongest, and he repeatedly emphasized in meetings the need to be wary of new 'Ninja World Asuras' or 'Gods of the Ninja World' emerging from Konoha.
"Tsuchikage-sama, besides that Uchiha, there is another individual, Uchiha Aomi, a Konoha examiner, who showcased even more astounding combat power."
Kakou solemnly reported: "This guy is incredibly fast, and wields a sword technique comparable to Hatake Sakumo, capable of unleashing astonishing Slash Waves. The genius Puppet Master from the Hidden Sand Village had his hands chopped off by him."
Hearing someone even stronger than Uchiha Obito, Onoki was even more cautious.
But after listening to Kakou's account of Aomi's combat style, he laughed: "How old does he appear to be?"
Kakou, observing the sudden relaxation of his Tsuchikage, was somewhat puzzled but tried to recall Aomi's appearance and physique, hesitantly stating:
"He seems to be around eighteen to twenty years old, very tall and robust in build, but with delicate features, hard to determine..."
"Nothing to fear; even with the Sharingan, he's just a stronger version of Hatake Sakumo, and that's his limit."
Onoki waved his hand generously, instructing:
"The Uchiha Clan's strength and ceiling lie only within those eyes. Based on your description, that Uchiha Aomi, while possessing some immediate combat ability, has already taken the wrong path."
"By your account, that Uchiha Aomi is protecting the ten-year-old Uchiha who opened the Sharingan, fulfilling a guardian role, so in terms of who might be more dangerous to the Hidden Rock in the future, haven't you already made a judgment?"
Kakou nodded in realization, and solemnly said: "Tsuchikage-sama, I understand!"
"As long as you understand, coordinate with the other Hidden Villages, we need to find a time to initiate the war swiftly."
Onoki smiled coldly: "This time, victory in war will belong to us!"
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The Hidden Sand Village.
"In this war, that old fellow Bunbuku needs to spring into action, I don't want to hear any more talk about love and peace!"
At the high-level meeting, Chiyo glared furiously, making it clear that the Hidden Sand must go all out to annihilate Konoha...
Not only had her son and daughter-in-law, now even her grandson's hands were severed, and the blood feud had grown beyond measure.
Although the Second Ninja World War was initiated by the Hidden Sand, and it was Sasori who first attacked Aomi...
However, in the Ninja World, no one talks reason, especially the powerful wielders of force.
If one suffers a loss, one must find a way to retaliate...
The Third Kazekage nodded, slowly saying:
"Advisor Chiyo is right, the time has come to utilize the One-tailed Jinchuriki, I'll communicate with Bunbuku."
"This war is our Hidden Sand's opportunity to turn the tide, and any ninja who performs well will be given significant rewards!"
"Especially those among the younger generation eyeing the title of Kazekage, prove yourselves through your actions!"
As Rasa and Pakura, seated below the Kazekage, heard these words, their expressions carried a newfound fighting spirit...