Chapter 116 - 116 (1/2)
Hanzō of the Salamander, was legendary during the SWWII period, and his achievements and battle were enough to make him hailed as a Demi-God. That was how strong this man was.
That is how the people in the meeting regarder him, but not Ryo. Only Ryo thought that Hanzo's actual feats did not match his reputation.
He was easily killed by Pain's six. And then, when reincarnated with Edo Tensei by Kabuto, he showed no feats before being sealed. The only feat Ryo could think of was beating the Sannin, but that was long before this battle.
Ryo even thought that Sage Mode should be enough to overpower Hanzo.
Ryo's thoughts were unknown to others, and they were all worrying about the Cloud's new ally.
”Minato san, this new alliance is formed against the Hidden Rock. Why should we worry about it? Can't we just take advantage of the weakening of the two sides after battle?”
The Hyuga clan head spoke. Usually, this was where the Uchiha's clan head interfered going against the Hyuga. However, for once, he actually agreed with what his counterpart had to say.
”No, you have to put into perspective the gap in power between the Rock and the Cloud. The Only Kage tier Ninjas that the Rock have are Onoki and the Gobi Jinchuriki. Also, when it comes to regular Ninjas, the Rock should be outnumbered. If we just sit and ignore what's going on, it's very likely that the rock would be taken down in one fell swoop. When that happens, we'll surely be the ones to follow!”
Minato's words made everyone silent. What he said was indeed the truth. Once the balance between camps is broken, it's bound to cause massive repercussion.
In the Cloud Camp there are already 4 Kage tier Ninjas. Adding Hanzo to them, who is top Kage tier, makes 5. Such high-end combat power is enough to match that of both Konoha's and the Rock's camps.
On top of that, the 3rd Raikage and Hanzo were in a league of their own, even compared to most Kage tier Ninjas.
”You're all worried about Hanzo! So, it should be good if he doesn't join the Hidden Cloud?” Just as everyone were thinking about a solution, Ryo spoke out.
”Yeah, easy for you to say. But it's Hanzo of the Salamnder, is there even a way to stop him?” Said the Uchiha's clan head.
”Of course! Separating them from each other, and then killing him on his own!”
”Haha, killing him on his own? Who do you think you are? Don't think you can do whatever you want just because you're Kage tier!” The Uchiha clan's head mocked Ryo.
Ryo ignored him, and turned to Minato: ”Minato Ni-san, leave Hanzo of the Salamander to me. I have a way to keep him off this battlefield.”
Minato knew Ryo well. If the latter is making such a statement, then is sure to have an ace up his sleeve. However, the gap in power was too great, and Minato was too skeptical to agree with Ryo's proposal.
”Hanzo is the leader of the Rain Village. The Reason why he's helping the Cloud should be nothing more but a promise made to him by the 3rd Raikage, one that should benefit his village. But if trouble occurs within the Rain village, do you think Hanzo would come?”
Ryo said his thoughts, and the others in the tent looked at each other and thought of his suggestion.
”Ryo san, we understand what you mean. But I believe it's impossible to cause civil strife in the Rain village. as far as I know, the villagers there regard Hanzo as their savior, and the whole village is loyal to him. I'm afraid your proposal is…” The Nara clan's representative stood up and said.