"The easiest thing to do would be pose as civilians, either outsiders who got 'lost' or potential recruits," Abel said with a frown. He glanced over at Itachi. "If I say something that you already realize, I apologize. I've gotten in the habit of planning out loud to find any holes in said plans."

He sighed. "But you're right. Even with bloodlines, we can't take down a whole hidden village by ourselves. Nor would I want to in all honesty."