Chapter 153
Danzo had always been a man of shadows, lurking in the darkness of Konoha, pulling the strings from behind. No one truly knew how many shameful acts he had committed in secrecy. A man like him—cunning, ruthless—could never be trusted.
Fourth Mizukage Yagura was well aware of this.
Yet, he had allowed Danzo to come here and negotiate. But with conditions. Danzo was only permitted to bring two subordinates, no more. Yagura had honestly expected the old war hawk to refuse, yet here he was—arriving with just two men. A rare display of trust.
Perhaps cooperation wasn't impossible after all.
"Danzo, speak. What's your plan?" Yagura asked, his tone laced with interest.
Danzo's single exposed eye gleamed. "Simple. Tsunade sits on the Hokage's seat. I know Konoha's weaknesses better than anyone. When the time comes, my forces will strike from within. You'll attack from outside. Overthrowing her won't be difficult."
Yagura was no fool. He knew Danzo's reach extended deep into Konoha's veins. If there was anyone who could dismantle the village from the inside, it was him.
Still, trust was another matter entirely.
Yagura scoffed, leaning forward. "Danzo, why should I believe you? Give me a reason. Give me collateral."
A slow smirk crept onto Danzo's wrinkled face. "Very well... this should be enough."
With a flick of his bandages, his Sharingan flared to life. Three Tomoe spun rapidly, radiating ominous energy.