"The research on the Chakra Cannon was successful. Isn't that a good thing?"
Samui looked at Mabui, puzzled.
Mabui sighed and explained:
"The successful research on the Chakra Cannon is indeed good for the village."
"And with Yugito becoming a perfect jinchuriki and mastering Sage Jutsu."
"The combination of these factors has emboldened the village's militant faction."
Although Kumogakure is generally united,
No matter how united a faction is, there will always be differing opinions.
That's something no one can avoid.
Yugito looked at Mabui, "What is their target?"
Mabui said, "They plan to test the Chakra Cannon's power on the Akatsuki, and the Fourth Raikage is somewhat persuaded."
Hearing Mabui's words, Yugito and Samui exchanged glances.
The Akatsuki's target is the tailed beasts. The Fourth Raikage being persuaded naturally concerns Yugito, the Two-Tails jinchuriki, and Killer B, the Eight-Tails jinchuriki.
Of course, the main reason is that
Kumogakure's withdrawal from the joint investigation into the Akatsuki was actually orchestrated by the three of them, using other ninja villages as a threat to get the Fourth Raikage to agree.
The Fourth Raikage still doesn't know that this was part of Shishou's arrangement with Yugito, Samui, and Mabui.
Nor does he know that the Akatsuki's current dormancy is due to an agreement between Shishou and their leader.
If Kumogakure moves against the Akatsuki now, Shishou would be the first to object.
Because that would cause the Akatsuki, which had finally gone dormant, to become active in the ninja world again and would also accelerate Shishou's confrontation with the Akatsuki leader.
Yugito and the others knew that Shishou was currently focused on enhancing his strength and didn't want to be disturbed by too many things in the next two years.
Moreover, the Fourth Raikage is unaware of the Akatsuki leader's strength, but the three of them are well aware.
If they provoke him, and he retaliates with a Super Shinra Tensei, it would be disastrous for Kumogakure.
Also, from Shishou, they knew that
The Akatsuki leader's strength had further improved, likely crossing into the Six Paths level.
If Kumogakure went looking for trouble with the Akatsuki now, it would be self-destruction.
So, they must stop this from happening.
Yugito thought for a moment and then said to Samui and Mabui:
"The battle footage I watched was transmitted by the Great Katsuyu Sage's projection."
"She should have a backup. I might request the Great Katsuyu Sage to replay it for us so we can record some clips to deter the Fourth Raikage."
"I don't agree with that. It would expose Shishou's abilities." Samui frowned.
Then, thinking of something, she said to Yugito:
"I wonder if the battle footage of Shishou in the Valley of Death against the Akatsuki is still available."
"We could show that to the Fourth Raikage to temporarily dissuade him from targeting the Akatsuki."
"Moreover, that footage is from two years ago, so it wouldn't expose Shishou's current abilities."
"What do you think?"
Hearing Samui's suggestion, Yugito and Mabui both nodded, finding it very feasible.
If anyone were to judge Shishou's current strength based on his abilities from two years ago, they would definitely be in for a surprise!
Yugito then said:
"Alright, let's do that."
"I happen to have a copy of the Valley of Death battle footage."
This footage was copied from Shishou by Yugito.
She often watched it alone to motivate herself in her Sage Jutsu training.
"Let's go then, Samui. Let's go to Yugito's place and get it."
"Then we'll talk to the Fourth Raikage about it. As for you..."
Mabui held Samui's hand and looked at Yugito with a smile:
"As for you, find a chance to inform Shishou of our decision."
"If he minds, you need to persuade him!"
Pausing on the word 'persuade,' Mabui deliberately teased, making Yugito blush.
Then, Mabui and Samui, covering their mouths to stifle their laughter, left the cabin and headed to Kumogakure.
Watching the two leave, Yugito pouted.
Though she knew Shishou well enough to know he wouldn't care about these matters,
She still returned to her room, took out a sealing scroll, and released a shadow clone of Shishou sealed within.
After explaining their decision to the shadow clone, it vanished with a 'poof.'
This used the special mechanism of shadow clones to convey the message.
...
Konoha Ninja Academy.
Under the shade of the campus trees,
Shishou woke up from his nap, having received feedback from his shadow clone, and opened his eyes.
"Shishou, are you awake?"
Seeing Shishou open his eyes, Hinata waved her hand in front of him.
Shishou sat up from the shade and asked:
"How long until class?"
"Half an hour."
Ino looked up from her manga, checked the time, and answered.
"Alright, I'll go wash my face."
Shishou stood up, stretching left and right.
Perhaps his sleeping position last night wasn't good, as his waist felt a bit sore.
In the empty school bathroom, Shishou created a shadow clone.
"Let Yugito and the others make their own decisions. They don't need to be too concerned."
After giving instructions to the shadow clone, Shishou took off his mask and splashed water on his face.
Though he was a bit annoyed at being woken up, Shishou understood that
Yugito and the others were very mindful of his opinions, which is why they were so cautious.
For this, he had no complaints.
Receiving Shishou's instructions, the shadow clone used Flying Raijin to 'whoosh' and disappear, delivering the message to Yugito.
After washing his face, Shishou looked at himself in the mirror, examining closely.
"Perhaps tonight I can try integrating the White Snake Sage's Sage Jutsu bloodline."
"But, the Ryuchi Cave's Sage Jutsu seems to affect physical appearance."
"If it would turn me into something like the Sage Kabuto in the original, I'd rather not have the White Snake Sage's Sage Jutsu bloodline."
"Hmm, maybe I should test it on someone else first. If there are no problems, then I'll integrate it myself."
"After all, the White Snake Sage's remains are plentiful. Awakening several people's Sage Jutsu bloodlines shouldn't be a big deal."
"But, who should I use as a test subject..."
Putting his mask back on, Shishou thought about this issue as he returned to the shade of the trees.
...
Kumogakure, Turtle Island.
Just after finishing her wash, Yugito received Shishou's message through the shadow clone.
Hearing Shishou's permission for them to make their own decisions, Yugito smiled. She had expected this outcome.
Dressing herself properly, she headed towards Kumogakure.
Since it concerned Shishou's plans, she needed to oversee it personally to feel assured.
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