Naruto：Immortality and the Eight Inner Gates[Double agent]

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In the Hokage's office, Tobirama Senju gathered his closest disciples, war advisors, and senior officials. 

"Monkey, Kagami, Torifu, Homura, Koharu, and Danzō. You six will accompany me to the peace talks," Tobirama said calmly, his sharp gaze sweeping across the room. 

The six nodded in unison. 

"Now, regarding the peace talks with the Land of Lightning, what are your thoughts?" Tobirama continued, his crimson eyes scanning the crowd. 

Hearing this, Koharu Utatane stepped forward immediately. 

"Sensei." 

"Speak!" 

Receiving Tobirama's approval, Koharu nodded and began. 

"Sensei, I believe this peace talk should proceed without major issues. 

First of all, we are familiar with the Second Raikage's personality. Although he is combative, he is generally amicable and approachable." 

The group nodded in agreement. 

Indeed, the Second Raikage's temperament was considered an anomaly in Kumogakure. 

During the First Five Kage Summit, Tobirama, then serving as Hashirama's escort, had briefly interacted with the Second Raikage, who was then the First Raikage's bodyguard. 

Seeing no objections, Koharu grew more confident. 

"Secondly, this war has dragged on for two years. It's been exhausting. 

While we are struggling, it's even more taxing for weaker forces like Amegakure. 

Thirdly, the location of the talks is on the Moon Country battlefield, near the border between the Land of Fire and the Land of Lightning. The chances of an ambush are minimal." 

"I agree with that," Homura Mitokado interjected. 

"As long as we delay withdrawing our troops, we can ensure the safety of this meeting to the greatest extent." 

The words were well-received. 

For a moment, a faint sense of joy filled the Hokage's office. Smiles appeared on everyone's faces, even on the usually displeased Danzō Shimura. 

"Ahem..." 

A familiar cough echoed, and everyone froze, immediately suppressing their smiles as they turned to Tobirama, whose face remained expressionless. 

"This is not the time for celebration yet. Monkey, write a letter to the Daimyō requesting funds to compensate our fallen comrades. 

Especially for those who died in battle, ensure their bodies are brought back for proper burial. 

Take good care of their families as well," Tobirama instructed, his gaze shifting to the map of the ninja world hanging on the wall. 

"And one more thing. What's the latest on the Land of Wind's movements, Danzō?" 

Hearing the question, Danzō stepped forward respectfully. 

"Sensei, our border reconnaissance teams recently reported that the Land of Wind has been mobilizing troops towards the Land of Rain. 

According to intelligence from our spies, they've already engaged Amegakure." 

"And the result?" Tobirama asked calmly. 

"The result..." Danzō's expression turned complicated. 

"Hanzō of the Salamander led Amegakure's forces and... utterly defeated Sunagakure." 

"Defeated! Amegakure won?" Koharu asked in disbelief. 

"Yes. According to the reconnaissance teams, Hanzō's summoning beast, the Salamander Ibuse, released massive amounts of poisonous gas on the battlefield. 

The Land of Wind couldn't develop an antidote in time, suffering heavy casualties. 

Later, Sunagakure's Chiyo managed to create an antidote, but by then, the damage was already done. 

Still, Amegakure didn't come out unscathed, losing a large number of shinobi." 

Hearing this, Tobirama's expression grew complicated. 

Hanzō of the Salamander! The Demi-God of the Ninja World. Truly deserving of being the only one to bear a title with "God" after my brother's passing. 

In terms of strength, I might be on par with him. But on the battlefield, his efficiency in causing destruction is unparalleled! 

He's practically a weapon of mass destruction. 

At this thought, the ever-calm Tobirama felt a surge of excitement. 

Rinjin Sōhō! 

That boy must be kept firmly under control. 

Tobirama believed that if another war broke out in the future, Rinjin's intellect could be used to mislead Hanzō, turning him into Konoha's strongest shield on the western front. 

As long as he truly pledged loyalty to Konoha. 

"Monkey, how is Rinjin Sōhō doing lately?" 

Hiruzen Sarutobi was momentarily stunned. Recalling how Rinjin had tricked him again last night, his expression turned peculiar. 

"Sensei, I submitted a report on last night's events to you this morning." 

"Did you?" Tobirama massaged his temples. "I've been too busy lately." 

"Alright. You know who's attending the talks. We leave in three days. Go prepare!" 

"Yes!" The group nodded in unison and left the office in an orderly manner. 

The bustling office quieted down. Tobirama sat down and sifted through the mountain of documents to find Hiruzen's report. 

After reading the detailed account of last night's events, Tobirama rested his head on one hand, his expression growing complex. 

"Rinjin Sōhō... He's been hiding his strength this well?!" 

According to Hiruzen's assessment, Rinjin's strength was between Special Jōnin and Elite Jōnin. 

What stood out was his taijutsu and battlefield judgment. 

Especially his taijutsu, as Hiruzen had even included the warning: "Avoid close combat unless necessary." 

Hiruzen also noted Rinjin's weaknesses—his lack of defense against large-scale ranged ninjutsu. 

And such "map-clearing" techniques were precisely the specialty of the Senju clan, known for their vast chakra reserves. 

... 

Three days passed in the blink of an eye. 

Early in the morning, Hiruzen and the others gathered once more in the Hokage's office. 

Tobirama stood by the large office window, wearing the Hokage's ceremonial robes and a hat marked with the kanji for "Fire." 

Beneath the robes was his battle armor, weathered yet formidable, a testament to its top-tier defense. 

Hiruzen and the others were also fully equipped, ready for departure. 

"Is everyone ready?" Tobirama asked, arms crossed. 

"Ready!" An ANBU operative wearing an animal mask knelt on one knee, his voice firm. 

"Per your orders, half of the ANBU have been deployed to protect Lady Mito. 

Additionally, the Konoha Police Force has been expanded and is conducting intensive patrols." 

Tobirama nodded and reminded him, "Ensure the village remains peaceful and stable in my absence. Deal with any troublemakers on the spot. 

Also, the ANBU's focus should be on Lady Mito's safety. The Nine-Tails must remain under control!" 

He then turned to the group behind him. 

"Anything else to add?" Tobirama asked pointedly. 

Hiruzen spoke up, his tone solemn. 

"Sensei, Rinjin Sōhō!" 

Tobirama's eyes briefly glimmered with approval. 

"What's your suggestion?" 

Hiruzen adjusted his forehead protector. 

"Sensei, the ANBU prison!" His voice was grave. 

As one of the few aware of Rinjin's capabilities, Hiruzen knew how dangerous he could be. 

Leaving someone with such formidable close-combat skills, unshakable resolve, and cunning in the village without precautions was a risk Konoha couldn't afford. 

Koharu and Homura exchanged glances and nodded in agreement. 

"Sensei, we think so too!" 

"Rinjin Sōhō may have been behaving lately, but he's not one of us." 

Seeing his disciples united in opinion, Tobirama turned his sharp gaze to Danzō. 

"Danzō, what do you think?" 

"I agree with Hiruzen's suggestion," Danzō replied briefly. 

Finally, Tobirama's gaze fell on Kagami Uchiha, who seemed hesitant to speak. 

"Kagami, your thoughts?" 

"Sensei, I have another idea," Kagami said, clenching his teeth. 

"Could we... perhaps have Rinjin Sōhō temporarily reside in the Uchiha compound, where our clan can keep a close eye on him?" 

Tobirama's eyebrows twitched slightly. 

Not a bad idea, but not entirely good either. 

The Sharingan of the Uchiha clan was indeed a powerful tool for surveillance. 

For the few Uchihas who embraced the Will of Fire, Tobirama placed absolute trust in them. 

But for the rest of the clan, especially its stubborn elders, Tobirama had no faith. 

As Tobirama pondered, Kagami grew increasingly uneasy. 

His suggestion was partly to share the Uchiha clan's burdens with the village. 

But more importantly, Kagami wanted Rinjin to understand the Uchiha clan better. 

Caught between his loyalty to the village and his family, Kagami never shared his struggles with his peers or teacher. 

It wasn't a matter of distrust but of differing perspectives. 

Rinjin's arrival excited Kagami. 

An outsider, a nominal spy, Rinjin belonged to no faction within the village. His perspective was uniquely independent. 

Moreover, Kagami admitted he lacked Rinjin's near-demonic strategic brilliance. 

The key issue was Rinjin's conflict with Ryōta Uchiha, which made Kagami anxious. 

The longer Rinjin stayed in the village, the more subjective his understanding of its factions would become. 

And Kagami, a seasoned warrior, knew that personal biases were the greatest obstacle for any shinobi. 

At that moment, an ANBU suddenly appeared beside Tobirama and whispered something. 

"Hokage-sama, Rinjin Sōhō requests an audience!" 

Tobirama's eyes flashed coldly, his expression hardening. 

Does he know something? 

"Let him in!" Tobirama ordered icily. 

Moments later, as Hiruzen and the others watched curiously, Rinjin Sōhō pushed open the wooden office door and strolled in casually. 

"Well, well, everyone's here!" he greeted with a smirk. 

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