Heya all!

Read it first: Well, sorry for the delay but I wanted to drop the chapter on May 19th as last year, on the day of May 19th, 2019, I published the first chapter of this story. However, the excitement of having finally finished the chapter is too much. So, I ended up posting it today.

So, it's the birthday of my story in two days :D. Congratulations to all and thanks to all those who have supported this story.

And, since this is gonna be a special occasion, I would like to share how this story came into existence. (You don't have to read it; it's just I sharing my thoughts and feelings)

Now, this fandom (DBZ x Naruto) is not big, still, there are some interesting stories on the site, and I began reading them but after a few well-written stories, the following were the observations.

- Most of the time, it is Gohan, or sometimes Goku accidentally transported to the Shinobi world. There is no other character sans a few stories.

- Every time, the above-listed Saiyans end up dropping near Konoha and join team seven.

- Then the story just continues according to Naruto's plot.

I felt (and as some of you have pointed) this was seriously cliche. Why can't the characters pop up near any other village? Why do things proceed in the same manner as cannon when there is a powerhouse in the shinobi world? I mean with the shinobis having eyes all around the globe, the others are bound to know, so why?

Moreover, despite the power that Goku and Gohan have at their disposal, they would not survive for long in the shinobi world. We know how crafty the shinobis are. They will not be able to harm the Saiyans physically, but mentally and emotionally, it's a different thing.

Then this idea came out of nowhere that if Vegeta is the one who travels to the shinobi world and then I realized why not send him officially rather than getting transported due to a fight? Hence, this story came into existence.

Honestly, Vegeta is a perfect character. He will not tolerate shit from anybody, will not react if it's against his work.

I spent two days thinking out how it's gonna work, and after two days, I had a basic plot regarding how things would proceed but with a lot of large gaps in between. But I ended up posting the story.

It was poorly written if compared to the recent chapters but at that time, it was my best. The sheer satisfaction that emerged after writing a story was just too awesome. And today, with your support and ideas, this story is here and almost all the reviews (except one or two which are just the personal opinions of the readers and not a criticism) are positive.

Thanks for that.

Still, after getting your amazingly positive support, a part of me feels that there should be more followers to the story, but another part states that I should be content with the support. And I am.

It's just that as a writer, you sometimes get these sorts of feelings. Anyway, Thanks for everything.

Lastly for now, please read the end of the chapter.

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"You know very well, I have negative tolerance for failure… and yet… "

The words were left unspoken but the intentions were clear. "I apologize, Orochimaru-sama. The battle was over before it even began."

"While that is relevant, your first and foremost priority was something else, wasn't it… Ka-bu-to?"

Barely controlling the urge to cringe at the malicious way his name was whispered, Kabuto contemplated his next words. "Surely, your… unparalleled mind must have realized that it was, in all ways, impossible for us to find any genetic material with the insignificant span of battle?"

The Snake sannin gazed at the bowed man with his serpent eyes for some moments. "Kukuku… flattery will get you far, Kabuto. Still, the outcome is definitely surprising. Now, more than ever, I want their DNA."

"I will not fail you this time."

Orochimaru again chuckled. "Oh, I am sure of that as this time, I will be … personally involved."

Surprise flooded his being, but knowing better than to speak, the spectacled man remained silent. This will be interesting. I wonder how Orochimaru-sama will proceed?

"How is Karin?"

Halting his musings, the bespectacled man replied. "She is still unconscious. Just exposure to that alien's presence was more than what she could handle."

The Snake summoner mused for a couple of seconds before smirking. "Follow me Kabuto. I shall explain your next mission."

Taking in the visages of everyone before nodding, Tsunade took her seat, the six clan heads and three elders copying the action while Kakashi continued to lean against the wall.

A couple of moments passed in silence, everyone waiting for the village leader to address the council.

"Troublesome!" The lazy drawl drawing the attention of everyone, the Nara clan head broke the silence. "The summit didn't go as expected, I assume?"

The Hokage sighed after a couple of seconds, massaging her temples. "Well, we didn't expect much in the first place but it sure was even beyond that."

"Could you elaborate?" Despite the words, the tone was perfectly neutral, the female elder looking with an ever-present expression of distaste.

Barely controlling the urge to pass a snide remark, Tsunade looked directly at Koharu. "We attended the summit as planned. The Kazekage explained all the events just as he described in the letters and as Jiraiya explained. There was nothing additive."

"Then, the motion of an alliance was put forth but predictably, the others declined."

"Even the Mizukage?! The others shifting their gazes at him, Kakashi looked up from his book some moments later. "Oh. Pardon the interruption, please," Before engrossing again into the book, the tone almost cheerful.

Others looking disapprovingly, the Senju princess shook her head. "Even her, as she witnessed for the first time how much the Kages respect one another and in return, the shinobis will."

"Anyway, the notion of the alliance was almost dropped but Vegeta made his appearance. Barbs were exchanged nearly leading to a fight which actually happened when Mizukage suggested a duel to be the most plausible way to gauge the abilities of Vegeta and in return, Kaga."

The councilors displayed varying emotions but the curiosity was blatant. Even Kakashi halted the motion of his eye, black iris almost fixed at a single point in the book.

This feels embarrassing… Steeling herself, a neutral expression dawning over her face, Tsunade continued. "In short, Vegeta trounced us in less time than it takes to blink… "

A wave of shock passed through the chamber, the clan heads and two elders leaning forward. The copy ninja also looked at the village head in slight shock, even Danzo opened his sole eye in alluded surprise.

"You are not serious, Hokage-sama!... " Choza's mouth parted when Tsunade didn't even blink. "... right?" The Slug princess's face still staying as if carved in stone, all color drained from the face of Akimichi clan head.

"... Raikage's famed speed couldn't even touch him. A combined attack by Mizukage, Tsuchikage, and I didn't even manage to wipe that damned smirk on his face… It was definitely a… humbling experience."

"Where… was the Kazekage?"

"He probably didn't even try, already expecting the outcome," Shikaku answered, looking at Homura before directing his gaze at the Hokage who nodded once, the male elder lowering his vision at the helplessness of the situation.

The councilors including Kakashi began digesting the shocking facts, the Hokage also organizing her thoughts for some moments. "Moving on, Vegeta just asked us one thing: Stay away from his battle."

"As if!" The Inuzuka clan head almost bared her fangs. "As the Kazekage said, this is our village, our world, and our planet. No way, I am leaving this to some stranger."

"This may not be the right course of action. Why?" The Aburame clan head slightly raised his head out of his collar. "Because it's only logical for us to wait while these strangers deal with each other."

"Indeed," Hyuuga Hiyashi declared his agreement, the tone neutral. "There is no need to waste our resources beforehand as there are high chances that Prince Vegeta could defeat Kaga."

"That may be the case, we should still prepare ourselves if and when things turn out unfavorable."

Tsunade nodded at the Yamanaka clan head before taking a breath. "Now, as it must be clear, an alliance was proposed after the… duel, and was immediately accepted."

Some of the councilors nodding, the Senju princess pressed on. "To iron out the details among other things, the next Gokage summit was decided to be held on coming Wednesday, and due to Mizukage asking for a closer location, Konoha was chosen."

Nobody reacted sans Koharu and Homura sharing a glance.

"Konoha was also chosen as the headquarter due to equivalent distance from other villages, with Raikage as commander-in-chief of the allied shinobi forces."

So far so good. Tsunade mused to herself, relieved at the silent reactions. Now, comes the hard part. "Now, this is an extreme situation we are dealing with; hence, it requires… extreme measures. We have already seen ordinary methods will not work."

Nara Shikaku narrowed his eye for a moment. "You don't mean… "

Sometimes Nara's quick deduction is a blessing. Now, I can at least rely on him to share the long-ass details. "If by that, you mean forbidden jutsus, then yes," Confirming, the Hokage leveled a firm gaze, prepared for the reactions.

A moment passed.

"What?!" Koharu shouted, standing on her seat, eyes leveled at the village head. "There's no way you can reveal our prized techniques to other villages; they are our hard-earned treasures… I… We will not allow this… "

A slight killing intent permeated the room, Koharu shutting up, Tsunade glared at the elder female. "Let me remind you who you are - an advisor whose job is to only advise the Hokage. Whether I accept or not, is my discretion."

"Secondly, all the other villages will present their forbidden jutsus; do you want to show our village as inferior by presenting elemental jutsus? Or do you think our elemental jutsus are superior even to their forbidden ones?"

Koharu stayed silent, not finding any rebuttal.

"Still, I can consider your opinion if you can tell me what should we present in place of forbidden jutsus?" A raised eyebrow corroborated her question.

The elder lady opened her mouth a bit before closing it again, eyes averting to a spot on the table, a frown marring her face.

"Exactly," The Slug princess almost smirked. This sure is satisfying. "Moving on, even, I don't want to do this," Her countenance turned serious. "But are these forbidden techniques worth our lives? What use would they serve if Kaga managed to destroy this planet?"

Nobody could deny Hokage's statement. Forbidden or not, the techniques were created for the safety and protection of the village. Not using them now of all times would be labeling themselves as the fools of the biggest tier.

"What sort of techniques are you suggesting?"

Surprise flickering on her face, Tsunade answered. "Shiki Fujin, Edo Tensei and Uzumaki Fuinjutsu."

The six clan heads looked surprised while two elders looked aghast. Kakashi still engrossed in his book, Danzo nodded. "That will be the most plausible course of action."

Eyebrows shooting up in further surprise and disbelief, the Hokage looked at the bandaged man. "You are not objecting? Not that, it isn't a good thing."

"My only dream is the prosperity of Konoha. Forbidden or not, they are only jutsus in the end which can and will still be created but the village will not… "

That's new! But at this time, I definitely need his support. Tsunade nodded…

"... I further suggest the clan heads also put forth such a technique if they have any… "

"The clans are protected under clan charter, privileging us to decline any such claim and… "

"A shame, the all-seeing eyes fail to perceive the bigger picture that this matter pertains not only to the village or the shinobi culture but the entire world," Refuting, the Yami no Shinobi closed his lone eye.

Woah! Danzo and sarcasm! This is good as fuck! Still having enough mind to maintain a serious face, Tsunade nodded. "I must agree. The five major villages have agreed to put aside their differences, so why cannot the clans? Is your vanity that important? Would it be worth the end?"

Silence ensued. Conflicting emotions appeared and passed on the faces of clan heads, even the elders looked totally clueless on the matter.

"Well…" Nara Shikaku began, lightening a cigarette for the first time in the council meeting. "I don't have any issues with this because the Nara clan doesn't have any forbidden Jutsu. It's as simple as that."

"You are kidding, right?"

"He isn't" The Akimichi clan head refuted, looking at the Inuzuka clan head. "Even the Akimichi don't possess any such technique."

"I can attest to that," Everyone looked towards the Yamanaka clan head. "However, the Yamanaka have," Getting a nod from the Hokage, he continued. "Basically, it is a different version of mind transfer Jutsu."

"Instead of taking control of the target's body, the caster ensnares both the mind and the soul of the target with his own, and if the caster dies, so does the target."

"Hmm… " The Hokage mused to herself for a couple of moments. "There isn't much of a difference between both, it seems… " An expectant look supported her words.

"That is because mind transfer jutsu is actually a more refined version of the… soul seizure jutsu. This jutsu was not practical in day to day life in the warring clans era. Hence, the element of the soul was removed and the focus was kept only on the mind."

Tsunade nodded. "And, what is the success rate? Also, who is capable of performing this jutsu?"

"The success rate varies from three quarters to one hundred percent as the souls are bound to each other,'' The Hokage nodding again, Inoichi continued. "Currently, the three clan elders and I can perform this jutsu."

A couple of moments passed in silence, every one reflecting on the implications.

"So… " The Slug princess began, breaking the silence. "You plan to… " The words left unsaid but the intentions were clear.

Inoichi nodded with a sigh. "The sequence was decided when it's usage was made forbidden: The three elders according to their age followed by the clan head."

The Hokage opened her mouth…

"Guess it's my turn… "

… Closing her mouth, Tsunade nodded towards the Inuzuka clan head, the feral looking lady looking rarely serious. "We don't possess a proven forbidden jutsu, but there is one scroll that is supposed to summon some kind of animal deity…"

The councilors looked in surprise, sharing glances with one another before Nara Shikaku questioningly looked at Tsume. "Never proven? So you are not sure about it?"

"... It has never been used," Tsume shrugged. "Maybe because it's only for one-time usage as mentioned on the scroll or… who knows?"

"I will also check it" Kakashi took in the visages of others. "My dog summons also worship a deity; I believe it's the same as Tsume-san is referring to."

If this deity is real and willing to help then our chances in the battle are increased. Tsunade nodded at the white-haired shinobi before gazing at the Inuzuka clan head. "And what makes it forbidden?"

"Hmmm… " The Inuzuka clan head scratched her chin for a bit before looking at Tsunade. "I am not quite sure but something along ten or so human sacrifices."

Oh. That's why Sarutobi sensei was not in favor of using forbidden jutsus. It's hard to proceed when the outcome is dynamic. "Very well. I want both of you to confirm the details and report to me by the evening."

Tsume and Kakashi nodding, Tsunade looked at the remaining clan heads, intentions clear.

"The Aburame are not in possession of any such techniques either. Why? Because it's only logical as all our techniques are listed and available in the village's charter."

The Hokage nodded before looking at the Hyuuga clan head. There's no way you can have nothing. You Hyuugas are a really secretive bunch. "And you, Hiashi-san?"

The Hyuuga clan head kept his cool for some moments before sighing heavily, the others looking in slight surprise at the uncharacteristic action. "There is something and it is forbidden from sharing, but dire circumstances require dire measures."

Hiashi paused for a couple of seconds. "Fifteen years ago, two days after the Kyuubi attack, Father asked Hizashi and me to accompany him towards the east to the abandoned villages."

"I am not sure how he knew the location but there was a cave only visible to a byakugan eye. We followed father through it for almost half an hour. On reaching near the other side, we were halted by two guards. No later, their leader arrived."

"He simply asked us to leave; no greetings were exchanged, and we had to oblige due to the stronger feel of their chakra," The Hyuuga clan head adopted a serious expression. "But from that brief interaction, and the scroll we have in our possession, a couple of conclusions were definite."

"First, they were definitely not human as their appearance matched that of Otsutsuki's as described in the scroll. Complexion paler than Orochimaru of the Sannin, similar garbs, and lastly… byakugan…"

"What?!" Koharu interjected, visage a mixture of graveness and disbelief. "How is this possible… "

"Do not interrupt," The Hokage asserted her authority, leveling a glare at the elder female who wanted to protest but obliged. "Explain," She commanded the head of the Hyuuga clan.

"As I explained that day the scroll mentions, apart from Momoshiki and Kinshiki, one Ōtsutsuki Kaguya," Tsunade nodded. "Another and only instance mentions her to be the progenitor of clans wielding byakugan."

"So, there is at least another clan that wields byakugan," Tsunade murmured, mind running at the sheer implications. "And they reside on the other end of that cave… "

"The cave is also mentioned in the scroll as a pathway connecting the clans… the next kanji are hazy but from what we could interpret, the word 'moon' is formed for what lies on the other end."

"What?!" The Hokage couldn't stop herself, raw shock appearing all over her visage. "They reside on the moon?!"

"I am merely stating what is written in the scroll."

"What do you say, Shikaku?" Danzo's calm voice drew everyone's attention towards the Nara clan head.

"Hmmm… There is no denying that we need all the help we can get, and somehow, I feel that clan or clans are more knowledgeable than us. We should definitely ask for their help."

"But they didn't even talk last time." Choza pointed out.

"It should be treated like any other alliance is made."

"Agreed," Danzo murmured. "If nothing, then at least their intentions will be ascertained."

"Very well," Tsunade shifted her vision at Hyuuga Hiashi. "By today evening, under the protection of eight shinobis, you will depart with two Hyuugas of your choosing. If that clan agrees on any reasonable deal, I want you to forge an alliance."

"As you wish," The Hyuuga clan head calmly replied before the sound of a cane hitting the floor was heard, everyone again looking at the bandaged man.

"A Kage should be careful with their resources; especially when the alliance if forged, will benefit the other villages too."

The Hokage opened her mouth a bit before a contemplating expression appeared on her face. He's… actually right. Konoha should not be the sole responsibility wielder. "Very well. The mission is postponed till the Gokage summit."

The others inclined their heads in understanding.

"Now, I believe most of the issues have been addressed except the Hyuuga clan keeping such crucial information as a secret," Tsunade sharply looked at Hiashi. "Care to explain, why?"

"The scroll is a clan property and as such, it's sharing rests upon our discretion. Secondly, these recent events are first in our world. Lastly, Sandaime-sama knew about this and ordered us to keep it as a secret, his reasons unknown."

Tsunade frowned. If Sarutobi sensei knew about this, he must have mentioned it in his journal. Hmmm… I guess it's the best time to finish it. "I will look into it. With this, I call this meeting to an end, and expect all of you to prepare your clans regarding the Gokage summit."

"Why did you support her?! Surely, you can see how much of folly would it be to proceed with the plan?" The female voice resounded in the underground structure.

"Indeed, that was unexpected. I must ask you to reconsider your decision."

The sound of the cane hitting the floor halted before the lone eye opened, taking the worried visages of the duo standing before him. "As I have always said, my first priority is the prosperity of the village but that is impossible if it cannot even survive the recent turn of events."

"You are not sure of our victory?"

Danzo pinned the female advisor under his glare. "Tsunade did not reveal what my shinobis reported to me. Not even the Shodaime could even think to match the prowess of that alien."

Eyes widening, Homura looked in utter terror. "Unbelievable… " Beside him, Koharu was not faring any better.

Ignoring the reactions, the Yami-no-Shinobi calmly continued. "Regarding your concerns for the forbidden jutsus, leave them be."

"What?" The female advisor nearly shouted. "You cannot be serious… " She halted when the bandaged man again hit his cane on the floor.

"First of all, Konoha will not be only one revealing its techniques; other villages will too. Further, undoubtedly, every village, despite revealing the techniques, would itself be the one to use them. The other villages would merely be the spectator."

The frowns on their faces lifting, the duo of the advisors contemplated the words for some moments before understanding dawned on their faces.

"Lastly, if and when things take an unfavorable turn, I will take care of them." Konoha will not fall.

Darui opened the door and Ai entered the room before ambling towards the desk and taking his seat. Closing the door behind him, the former walked towards the sofa before plopping onto it. "That went well."

The Raikage snorted. "What did you expect? This isn't Konoha. The Raikage's word has always been the law."

"Right," Twirling the senbon in his mouth for a couple of moments, The white-haired man sighed. "So, you have made your mind regarding that jutsu… "

"That is our best attack, and the success rate is extremely high; we need to do everything to protect our village and this world." The Raikage shifted his vision towards the glass pane, taking in the scenery of the mountain they called home.

"Then let it be me; the village still needs you."

"Don't be an idiot," Ai looked from the corner of his eye. "You are stronger than me right now; add another couple of years, you'll surpass my prime," He again turned his vision back. "Kumo needs you a lot more than me."

"And, I strongly feel that this alliance will not be like the previous ones; a new era will begin and someone who is… more… open-minded, not so tied to this world's current ideals will be needed. I believe… that will be you."

Darui looked in silence at his Kage's back for some moments before a dry smile made its way on his face. "Funny, how much an alien… or two can influence us… "

The door burst open with a clash, the sound drawing the attention of the duo as a frantic looking shinobi rushed in before hastily bowing. "Raikage sama! It's Yugito-san… "

Boom!

The shinobi recoiling at the sudden thunderclap, Darui glanced at the hole in the wall before looking at the former. "Explain."

"Yu-Yugito-san accessed the chakra of Nibi but only for a moment, before it suddenly vanished… "

"Coordinates?"

"Near the south-west forests… "

The white-haired man nodded. "Have the others on standby," Before he rushed out of the hole.

The blue chakra withered away, revealing the prone figure of Nii Yugito, garbs slightly torn.

Sharingan never ceases to amaze. Tobi glanced at the unconscious jinchuuriki for a bit. "A shame I am short on time. Otherwise, I would have played with… hmmm…" Vision shifting towards the left, he frowned. That musclehead is already on his way; better hurry. Kamui!

Space warped around the unconscious body for a moment before returning to normal, the girl's body disappearing, just as the Raikage blurred into view at the same spot, eyes immediately locking onto the robbed figure. Akatsuki…

"You!" Directing a glare at the masked man, Ai roared, lightning doubling around his body. "Give Yugito back, Ya bastard!"

"But, Tobi wants to… " Eye flashing red, Tobi halted just as the Raikage's punch passed through his face followed by the entire body. That was a close one. Guess he really is the fastest shinobi alive.

The Raikage tried another couple of attacks before jumping back, gaining a distance, eyes narrowed in concentration. I definitely punched him… so how?

"Well, have a good time… " Tobi waved at the pissed off Kage. "... try figuring me out."

Raikage blinked at the sudden shift in tone before rushing towards the disappearing man, hand grabbing and passing through the swirling air.

"Dammit!" Ai cursed, clenching his fists before whirling around. "Darui!" The white-haired man blurred into the clearing. "Send the scouts, and inform the other villages, now!"

"Report."

Kitsuchi cleared his throat before looking at the paper in his hands. "Beginning from the village first, a total of 125 genins including those who would graduate in two weeks; 915 chunins, 54 jounins and 47 anbu are stationed in the village at various workplaces."

"Further, 12 genins, 234 chunins, 12 jounins and 5 anbu are on leave including the after mission leave… "

"They are still in the village, right?" Tsuchikage pointed at the paper. "The shinobis on leave?" A nod was his answer. "Ask them to rejoin the duty by tomorrow."

"Hai," Kitsuchi again glanced at the paper, eyes roaming over the content, before looking up. "Moving on, 7 genins, 54 chunins, 11 jounins and 2 anbus are undergoing treatment or recovery in the hospitals. These are critical cases and will not be able to rejoin at least before a month."

Genins and chunins aside, 11 jounins is a big number. It could be detrimental. Onoki stroked his chin for a couple of moments. "Ask the medics to expedite the process as much as they can; we need all the help we can get."

"Hai. Moving on, 27 genins and 15 chunins are in the reserves and ready to join the forces anytime," The burly man again glanced at the document, eyebrow rising causing Onoki to look curiously. "This is surprising. A total of 541 shinobis have left the forces in the last ten years."

What?! Onoki narrowed his eyes. "Why was the total figure never brought to my attention? I want a report on this in the next hour."

"Hai."

"Now," The diminutive Kage crossed his hands beneath his chin. "How many of these are chunins and Jounins with a gap of five years or less?"

Kitsuchi gazed at the papers for some moments. "269 chunins and 3 jounins. I believe the increasing tensions must have taken a toll on them."

"That doesn't matter," The Tsuchikage waved off the concerns. "They were made to know what they were signing for. Ask them to return to the forces in a week."

Hmmm… five years is still an acceptable gap… if anything, they can still guard the village. Kitsuchi nodded. "What about the genins?"

"They will be nothing more than a burden. Leave them be."

"Now, out of the village," The younger man again took in the contents of the document. "Naturally, a bulk of our forces which include 15643 chunins, 402 jounins, 167 Anbu and 42 genins are on client missions in and out of the Land of Earth, border outposts and other strategic areas."

Hmmm… Most of the missions will be accomplished in a week; no need to call them off. The border issue will definitely become a key part in the upcoming summit. It can be properly addressed after that only. Tsuchikage mused to himself, before nodding. For now…

"Let the missions which can be accomplished in a week continue; for the long term missions, I want a detailed report by evening," Receiving a nod, Onoki continued. "Regarding border outposts, for now, call half of the chunins and Jounins stationed there. Lastly, any further missions are put on hold."

"Hai, Tsuchikage - sama."

"Gaara, they are waiting."

The Kazekage shuffled his papers for a bit before standing up and nodding. "Thank You. Let's go."

Temari parting the makeshift curtain, the red-head walked out of the room, the former following him before the duo shunshined out.

Appearing on the top of the academy, Suna's leader took in the condition of the village. Swaying his head around, he looked at the civilian residential area. They are almost finished. Good.

They simply could not afford to leave civilians behind. After all, a good share of Suna's economy was due to civilians working hard from the limited jobs available in the village and around.

Moreover, the shinobis were well efficient in surviving in most types of conditions.

Swerving his eyes around, the Kazekage further took in the other construction works; the hospital, Khamseen headquarters among other things before leveling his gaze at the assembled crowd.

They sure appear to be more than 6400 when seen from here. The shinobis were determined, confidence written on their faces despite the exhaustion and sweat due to long working hours.

Civilians were also in attendance, standing around the shinobis, in an irregular semi-circle. Better make it quick.

"Today… " Gaara began, taking a breath. "... assembled before me are the people of Sunagakure no Sato. Not just the shinobis but also the civilians because the issue concerns both."

"You all are familiar with the threat we encountered a few days ago, and despite our survival, it still lurks around the planet, not only endangering this village but the entire humanity, the entire planet."

"On our own, we are not capable of dealing with the threat but nobody is. The other villages also stand in the same boat as us. Hence, the alliance is born."

Gaara paused, taking a breath before continuing. "Five great nations pooling their resources, setting aside their past differences while working in tandem; this is what alliance means but sadly, it is not as simple as said."

"You will be expected to maintain cordial relations with the same shinobis who were nothing more than our enemies just a week ago… I know this will not be easy. History… the past can not be so easily cast aside."

"However," The Kazekage closed his eyes. "I request you to at least try; not for the planet, not for the village but for the ones you hold precious. For their sake, their safety, you need to do this."

"The alliance is our only weapon against Kaga, and for its success, the shinobis need to be allied which can happen only when something is binding them," The redhead again opened his eyes, looking directly in the eyes of as many as he could. "And that binding force will be… you."

Gaara waited for the murmuring to halt. "I say this because only you have experienced the true nature of the threat and the danger it poses. You will have to make the others understand, iron out the differences, and tie the shinobis to each other."

"Again, I know it will not be easy but… " His lips twitched. "... when you can support someone like me who tore apart your families, your precious ones… I am sure you can achieve anything," Pausing for a moment, the Kazekage raised his hand, fist closed. This is your call.

A couple of moments passed.

"For Kazekage!"

Gaara's eyes widened a bit, the chorus of voices soaring higher and higher before a full-blown smile blossomed on his face. For You!

"Tomorrow is the day we move."

"Indeed," Ao nodded at the Mizukage. "The forces are ready. There should not be any problems… at least with them."

Eyes narrowing, Mei leaned a bit forward. "What do you mean?"

"Our shinobis have lived through ten years of civil war; they understand the importance of survival. We can expect, at least, from them to avoid any problems in the alliance."

The Mizukage mused for a couple of seconds before nodding. "But?... " A raised eyebrow supported her question.

Ao sighed a bit. "But, it is the enemy that worries me. I have all the reasons to believe that our efforts won't be enough."

"Are you saying, the combined might of the five villages which could very well be over a hundred thousand will not be enough?!"

The byakugan user nodded, a grave expression on his face.

Terumi Mei shook her head. "I find that hard to believe. Further, on what basis could you say that?"

"... Namikaze Minato…"

Huh? The Mizukage scrunched her face in confusion. Since when did he begin basing his observations on a dead man? "I don't understand..."

Ao contemplated for a bit. "Thousand shinobis… is the figure the yellow flash slayed in the third shinobi war, and this figure is absolute, " Mei nodded. "But the time he took is flexible; the rumors go from a quarter of a minute to a whole one minute."

Terumi Mei nodded again, unsure where it was going.

"Even if we take the latter, slaying a thousand shinobis in a span of just sixty seconds is as frightfully phenomenal as it is uncanny and… Kaga is definitely stronger than that."

'Minato had the space-time jutsu' 'Nobody could see him' was what she was about to blurt but halted, the auburn-haired beauty narrowed her eyes, mentally chastising herself. We couldn't see Vegeta either. Ao is right…

"Still, I am merely stating personal opinions. The outcome may very well be vastly different. This is the first time all the villages will be pooling their resources; who knows what sort of treasures they were hiding? On top of that, Vegeta is on our side, not Kaga's."

Hmmm… "Well… " The Mizukage voiced after a couple of moments of pause. "... You may be wrong or even right, but it isn't like we can do anything other than fight to sway things in our favor… "

"That's a harsh reality."

Terumi Mei nodded. "Hence, we mobilize tomorrow."

Reflecting on the information for a couple of seconds, Pein opened his eyes, focusing for a bit on the prone figure of Nibi jinchuuriki before taking in the visages of figures standing before him. "You all have heard Zetsu's observations. We must expedite the sealing process."

"A month was given to capture the Sanbi and the Yonbi… only two weeks remain," The pair of Rinnegan flashed in an ominous manner, the intentions clarified. "Lastly, stay away from the aliens. We cannot afford more losses."

"Hmph!" Rotating his scythe, Hiden stomped it hard on the ground, his spectral image flickering for a moment. "Gimme a chance, I'll make that bastard a worthy sacrifice to Jashin-sama!"

"Ah, Jashin. Now that is a name I have not heard in a while."

Every eye turned towards the darkened entrance of the cave, the lack of light concealing the owner of the voice, before three Sharingan and a pair of Rinnegan widened a bit before the ringed purple eyes narrowed. "So, you are the one called… Kaga."

So, there's something I want to ask you. Basically, the next chapter is also planned up to the very end but from there, the story is gonna spiral into a mess. Interactions among shinobis, training methods, strategies up to the entire war against Kaga will be hard to write.

Hence, I need someone with sufficient knowledge of the shinobi verse to help me discuss the things. Apart from that, if they can be a beta reader, it will be better.

So, please reply.

Now some clarifications:

Firstly, forbidden jutsus were hyped from the beginning of Naruto but it was always the villainous sort of people who ended up using them sans Kage bunshin. I mean, they could have used Shiki fujin in the war. Then, Edo Tensei was the jutsu developed by Tobirama and given to the village but only Orochimaru is shown to be using it. C'mon, it is a village's prized technique; there is no way, any other shinobi from the village couldn't use it. If not many, at least one shinobi at all times should be available to use it.

Secondly, Danzo's dream is Konoha. His ways might be wrong but he won't turn his back on the village. That's why he supported the use of forbidden jutsus.

Thirdly, if any one wants explanation regarding the number of chunins, jounins and genins used, then dm me or leave a review.

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