Tsunade's words made Hiruzen and the others look at each other in dismay.

Such creatures had existed since the First Great Ninja War.

"So, is this related to Lord Second?" Koharu stammered, asking.

They naturally didn't have the guts to question Mito why such an important matter hadn't been told to them.

After all, Mito had already said that there were no such White Zetsu in Konoha now, and she hadn't left Konoha for more than ten years, so it would be strange if she knew about things outside Konoha.

Everyone else's hearts sank. If this matter was truly related to Tobirama, then it would be an even trickier situation, as these Wood Release experimental subjects might have already lost control.

"Grandma said this has nothing to do with him. Wood Release experiments were indeed conducted back then, but they weren't assisted by human experimentation." Tsunade shook her head slightly.

"On this point, grand-uncle wouldn't hide anything from grandma."

At this, the others looked at each other even more bewildered.

Not related to Tobirama?

Then who is it?

"Tsunade, are you saying that someone else might have completed the Wood Release experiments?" Danzo asked in a low voice.

Tsunade sighed helplessly.

"Probably. Of course, it's also possible that others awakened Wood Release themselves. Everyone knows that Wood Release is my grandfather's Kekkei Genkai, but in reality, my grandfather was an exception."

"Before him, our Senju clan doesn't seem to have had a Wood Release user, at least not that I know of."

"It's also possible that someone else accidentally awakened Wood Release. I don't know the specific situation."

This made the others' expressions even more grim.

No matter how you look at it, this matter is difficult to handle.

"And grandma also said there's an unseen hand behind the Ninja World." Tsunade then relayed Mito's speculation.

At this, everyone lost their composure. Hiruzen and Danzo exchanged glances. They knew that Kagami had been easily defeated, even killed, and his Mangekyo Sharingan was likely in the hands of this mastermind, which would further enhance their strength.

After all, that's a Mangekyo Sharingan!

This is definitely not a good thing for Konoha.

Considering that this force is likely secretly instigating conflicts between various countries, it's clear without even thinking that they might be trying to incite the Second Great Ninja War again.

"How about we expose this force?" Koharu suggested hesitantly.

"Impossible. Even if we tell them, others won't believe it." Danzo flatly denied.

He was still fuming. Hiruzen had barged into the Root without a word, suspecting him of this and that. It turned out to be a misunderstanding, but Danzo still felt annoyed.

What could he do? Blame Mito? Impossible!

Ultimately, it was Hiruzen's lack of trust in him.

Hearing Danzo's words, Hiruzen and Homura sighed helplessly.

They both understood what Danzo meant. Indeed, no one would believe it.

"We should prepare more supplies as quickly as possible, then be ready for war at any time, and notify the Raikage to come to Konoha." Hiruzen took a deep breath and said in a deep voice.

Danzo opened his mouth. He really wanted to take this opportunity to kill Bee, then have the Third Raikage come to the Land of Fire, ambush him halfway, and then they would occupy the Land of Lightning.

But then he remembered that someone, who could easily kill Kagami, was currently eyeing them from the shadows.

Even someone like him dared not act rashly.

"Sensei, can I examine this white thing?" Orochimaru looked at the White Zetsu next to him and asked.

"Yes, go ahead and look." Hiruzen did not refuse.

Orochimaru was, after all, his most satisfactory disciple, who loved to research all sorts of strange things. Since he was interested, let him research it.

…

In Kumogakure, the Third Raikage quickly received the notification from Konoha.

He furiously smashed his desk and shouted, "Damn Konoha, damn Hiruzen!"

"What does he mean? Does he want to start a war with Kumogakure?"

"Please calm down." The young Darui next to him quickly advised.

Although still young, he was highly regarded by the Third Raikage and was being personally mentored.

"Hmph!" The Third Raikage snorted lightly, calming his emotions.

"Prepare for me, accompany me to Konoha."

"Could this be a trap?" Darui asked cautiously.

The Second Hokage of Konoha had died when he came to sign a peace treaty with them.

Aside from the First Five Kage Summit, there had been no instances of a Kage from one village traveling to another.

The first time was during Hashirama's era. They didn't need to worry about such issues at all, as Hashirama didn't need to resort to such schemes, he could simply act directly.

He was a being who had suppressed an entire era.

"Since they've sent an invitation, we'll go." The Third Raikage said gruffly.

There was no other way, who let Bee be captured?

That was his brother. Kumogakure couldn't afford to lose him.

He paused, then continued, "Mobilize personnel and arrange them along the Land of Lightning's border. If anything happens to me, declare war on Konoha immediately."

Although the Third Raikage was confident in his strength, he knew that he was not invincible, and Mito was not to be underestimated.

In the current situation, Kumogakure could no longer initiate war with Konoha, so he needed to secure some benefits for himself.

Due to his muscular build, he seems like a reckless man. But in reality, he was not foolish at all.

…

"Grandma Mito, do you have any suggestions regarding Chakra shape transformation?"

No matter how the Ninja World changed, it had nothing to do with Kazuki. He still went to Mito's house every day as usual.

Ever since Kushina was injured, their squad had been semi-disbanded.

Tsunade also had no time or energy to manage them. In fact, not only them, but even Orochimaru's squad was currently in a semi-rest state.

It wasn't that someone in their squad was injured, but that Orochimaru was busy and had no time to lead them out on missions.

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