The situation in the Land of Rain became clearer from then on, transitioning from multiple countries fighting each other to a more defined situation.
The forces of Sunagakure stationed in the Land of Rain were unable to withstand the combination of a semi-god and the Three Ninja, leading to Chiyoda leading the majority of Sunagakure's forces to evacuate with supplies.
A few seconds later, the calm of the Kazekage's office was broken.
Chiyoda opened the door, holding a scroll as she entered the room.
"Ebizo, can the remaining resources and manpower of the village be reorganized for another war against the Land of Rain?" Chiyoda asked.
"Sister, are you..." Ebizo hesitated as he looked at the scroll in Chiyoda's hand.
"Oono-ki also doesn't want to give up the interests in the Land of Rain. The alliance request sent by them. If we can continue to send troops, Iwagakure will still be led by Shiraiwa to fight, deploying the Explosive Release Corps, and even using the power of the Tailed Beasts at critical moments!" Chiyoda slammed the scroll on the table, speaking to Ebizo.
"Even planning to use the Tailed Beasts, Iwagakure is really taking a gamble. This is not something that cunning old fox Oono-ki would do," Ebizo's words implied suspicion of Oono-ki's intentions.
"But this is our only chance to win this Shinobi World War," Chiyoda shook her head.
"The Third Hokage is heading towards the Land of Fire. Although they currently have the advantage due to Byakuga's injury, Sarutobi Hiruzen, that old monkey, is still in Konoha. Once he takes action, even the Kazekage won't be able to win, let alone the Uchiha clan, Konoha's ace, has not yet mobilized on a large scale. We all know that Konoha's reserved power is to deal with threats from other major ninja villages. But as long as these people are not restrained, we cannot truly win. In fact, our goal of seizing the territory of the Land of Fire has failed. We can only loot resources as much as possible while we still have the advantage. The only way out is in the Land of Rain," Chiyoda explained.
Taking down the Land of Rain would directly border the Wind, Fire, and Earth countries. Then Konoha would have to face attacks from both Wind and Earth, in addition to facing threats from Grass and River countries.
Moreover, unlike the other directions, there were no small countries acting as buffer zones, directly threatening the Land of Fire's mainland.
The Land of Rain was truly a crucial battleground for military strategists, especially for the Wind country, which lacked water resources.
Adjacent to the Land of Rain, the Wind country was blocked by mountains, causing water vapor to accumulate due to the low-lying terrain, making it the "Rain Pole" of the Shinobi World.
Even though these uncultured ninjas didn't understand why there was such a geographical climate difference just across a mountain range, it didn't stop Sunagakure from desiring to obtain the rich resources of the Land of Rain.
Ebizo took out several forms from the drawer and began to check them with a pen.
"Currently, there are a total of 123 active Jonin in the village, including 14 who are currently unable to fight due to injuries like Ishibe. At least 15 Jonin are needed to guard the coastline on the western side of the country, and at least 30 Jonin are needed to maintain internal stability and basic defense within the village. These 59 individuals cannot be mobilized. Subtracting the 43 Jonin on the eastern battlefield where the Third Hokage is, the available Jonin forces that can be mobilized are only 21. Subtracting the old man who needs to stay in the village, along with you, sister, we only have a total of 20 Jonin or above in combat power."
"Puppet troops..."
"Intelligence troops..."
After a while, Ebizo finished organizing.
"Ninja tools, soldier pills, and various logistical supplies can barely support another large-scale war, but we may be short on manpower, especially in terms of high-level elite forces. Even if I estimate that Iwagakure's situation is slightly better than ours, it won't be significantly better. With this lineup, we can hold our ground against Amegakure Konoha, but our logistics are lacking. If we can't make progress for a long time, it would be considered good if we can retreat safely."
Chiyo remained silent.
"Sister, don't let hatred blind your eyes. The competition between nations is not a matter of overnight. In a few years, when Gaara and others grow up, or even when Suigetsu and Sasori grow up, the situation will change. By then, our chances of winning will be greater."
Ebizo knew that ever since Gaara's parents died, Chiyo had dreamed of punishing the White Fang and making Konoha pay for everything.
"The deaths of those two, of course, I can't let go, I'm not willing to! But I also know what I should do and what I shouldn't."
Chiyo clenched her hands and looked at Ebizo.
"The new generation needs time to grow and resources. Aren't we fighting for time and resources now? If we don't defeat others, how can we get time? The village is already poor, and the daimyo wants to continue cutting military spending. If we don't defeat others, how can we gain resources?"
"Sister, do you truly believe in what you just said?"
Ebizo sighed helplessly.
He knew his sister's character very well.
Her stubbornness gave Chiyo a strength that ordinary people didn't possess, but this, combined with her impulsive nature, made her extreme and even self-destructive.
Perhaps when she grew older and suffered enough losses, she would change, but at this moment, Chiyo was at the peak of her ninja strength, full of vigor, and her son and daughter-in-law's deaths had made her character even more extreme.
Chiyo remained unmoved, so Ebizo turned his gaze to Kazekage Chiyo.
Kazekage Chiyo touched her nose.
According to the two of them, if they were to mobilize troops against Amegakure again, this Jounin would definitely have to participate.
Most likely, his team would have to go as well.
"I still stick to my previous suggestion, give Suigetsu, Yoroi, and the others as much time as possible to develop the strength to stand in this ninja world. Only then can they become the future pillars of the village."
"I will place your team in the reserve forces, ensuring their safety, and I will take Suigetsu as my disciple, passing on the Puppet Jutsu to him."
Kazekage Chiyo suddenly raised her head.
Chiyo wanted to take Suigetsu as her disciple!
This meant that Chiyo wouldn't let Suigetsu's team undertake truly dangerous missions, ensuring their safety.
"Well, it's really a difficult choice."
Ebizo shook his head.
"I also want to take Suigetsu as my disciple. Don't forget, when it comes to puppet-making, I am better than you, sister."