[ Kakashi takes all this in, and nods in understanding. Shikamaru had suggested more or less of the same, but Kakashi had thought that it was important to have more concrete relationships in place. ]

I didn't really think this would be a sort of alliance where anyone would be giving orders against anyone's will. [ In other words, you accept the order if you so wish; if not, there are other ways to work together. ] That being said, if it isn't in a more official capacity, wouldn't it be difficult to find committed parties who would truly share interests and resources?