Konoha: This Uchiha just wants to lie down.

Chapter 770 Asuma’s plan!

Konoha Village!
Now it has a somewhat gloomy atmosphere.

Ever since the Allied Shinobi Forces were defeated in their attack on the castle tower a few months ago, everyone's confidence in being the 'strongest in Konoha' has disappeared.

Are you kidding? In the past, they were the gods of Konoha who came down to earth and beat up four people at once. When will it be their turn to team up with others to beat up others?

The key point is that you can't beat them and you get beaten back.

Even the most shameless villagers would be embarrassed to say that Konoha is now the strongest ninja village.

The Kingdom of the Fiery Sun!
It is now recognized as the strongest force in the ninja world.

How can the villagers of Konoha feel at ease when their title of the strongest has been taken away and they are still so close to the enemy?

Occasionally, one could see some villagers leaving in horse-drawn carriages.

migrate!

In the past, people only migrated to Konoha from other places, and few villagers were willing to move away.

But from a few months ago to now, thousands of villagers have left.

Note that villagers are different from ninjas.

These people do not need the consent of the village leaders to move away, let alone ask for permission.

Hokage Building!

"Jiraiya, we must find a way to stop those people from leaving the village. Without these villagers, Konoha..."

Utane Koharu pushed the door open and sternly warned the Fifth Hokage Jiraiya, who was sitting in the Hokage's position and looked tired.

He has become like this since he returned from the defeat a few months ago, as if he wanted to use this state to numb himself.

There's nothing we can do about it, since Konoha was defeated so badly in the previous battle.

Not to mention the loss of Nara Shikaku, the 'Konoha Military Advisor', and Gai, the 'Blue Beast', the loss of fame and honor alone was a huge blow to Konoha.

In comparison, the fact that Tsunade, who was covering his retreat, was not rescued was not the biggest blow.

Of course, there is also the reason of the Toad Clan.

If we say that the only high-level toads lost in the battle of Myoboku Mountain were the Great Toad Sage and the Mighty Toad.

In this Ninja World War, almost all the high-ranking members of the Toad Clan were wiped out.

Except for Shima, Fukasaku, and Bunta who managed to survive, all other high-level toads were killed, which was a devastating blow.

Don’t underestimate the Toad clan now, as there are still a large number of growing little toads.

But since they cannot grow in the holy land, there naturally won’t be such a rich natural energy environment.

This is the most critical point!
The reason why the Toad Clan has so many strong men is because they occupy Mount Myoboku.

Now that Myoboku Mountain has fallen into the hands of the Lieyang Kingdom, there is no way it can return to their hands, which also dooms their clan to decline.

It is not impossible for a toad of Bunta's level to be born in the future, but the probability is pitifully small, let alone growing to the level of Shima and Fukasaku.

Natural energy is so important.

Otherwise, the Toad Clan would not have tried so many means to take back Mount Myoboku.

It can be said that the last hope of the Toad Clan now is the two sages, Fukasaku and Shima, and Bunta.

Without these pillars, the entire Toad Clan would become an ordinary ninja beast race.

"I see!"

Jiraiya nodded slightly, indicating that he heard Utane Koharu's reminder, but he was not prepared to do anything.

"Jiraiya, Konoha is in danger now. If you continue like this..."

After saying this, Utane Koharu turned around and left the office angrily.

She was becoming increasingly fed up with Jiraiya nowadays.

If that's the case, even if Danzo was in power, he would still be much stronger than Jiraiya.

"For Konoha, I can do anything!"

She made up her mind.

Yes, since Jiraiya won't do it, then she will do it.

Simply have people kill the villagers and move them away, then announce that it was the castle tower... the Lieyang Kingdom that did it, and that will prevent other villagers from leaving.

"Elder Xiaochun!"

A voice interrupted Utane Koharu's thoughts.

Asuma Sarutobi, wearing a ninja uniform and with a feminine temperament, walked over.

"It's Asuma!"

The expression on Utane Koharu's face was much more relaxed.

No matter how disappointing Jiraiya is, at least there are still some trustworthy younger generations in the village.

Now, both she and Mitomon En have regarded each other as the hope of the Hokage system, and have even given a lot of resources to each other.

It can be said that Jiraiya has actually been "abandoned" by the Naruto system.

Otherwise, Utane Koharu wouldn't have decided to do it herself without even saying a few words of persuasion.

"Elder Koharu, is Lord Jiraiya okay?"

Asuma seemed to be extremely 'concerned' about Jiraiya.

Well, he felt that the opportunity had come. Jiraiya was now completely unable to restore the glory of Konoha, and this was his great opportunity.

"Well, Jiraiya has suffered a huge blow and will need some time to recover. During this time, you young people will have to take care of him!"

Utatane Koharu was naturally aware of Asuma's 'ambition', but she was very supportive.

Having ambition is better than lying flat like Jiraiya, right?

So this is an encouragement to the other party.

"Please rest assured, Elder Xiaochun, I will definitely protect the village and restore the glory of Konoha!"

Asma gave a firm assurance.

He really wasn't talking nonsense.

He is serious about restoring the glory of Konoha.

However, the prerequisite is that Konoha is under his leadership.

If they cannot be under my leadership, then they will be destroyed.

However, Asuma still needs Jiraiya's help for a little while, so he will not reveal his ambitions for the time being.

After sorting out his mentality, he came to the Hokage's office.

"It's Asuma!"

Jiraiya forced himself to cheer up.

He was too lazy to pretend in front of an 'elder' like Utane Koharu, but he still had to maintain his image in front of his juniors.

"Master Jiraiya, my strength has been…"

Asuma talked about his difficulties in terms of strength.

Since the other party was the Hokage and also his father's disciple, it was completely natural for him to come to him and ask for guidance.

"Is this so!"

Jiraiya frowned.

Because he knew very well that Asuma's current strength was not much weaker than his own.

Even if it is myself, I am only superior to others in experience and some other aspects.

The only thing that made the difference was that.

Seeing Jiraiya ponder, Asuma felt his heartbeat quicken, because the power he had always dreamed of was closer to him than ever before.

"…Asuma, have you inherited the Sarutobi clan summoning scroll?"

Finally, Jiraiya spoke.

Konoha now really needs a powerful new "Sage" to boost morale.

"No, the style of the Ape Demon Clan doesn't suit me!"

Asuma shook his head.

As for the real reason, he would not tell it.

Yes, he started to target the Toad Clan.

In the past, this plan would have been impossible to succeed.

Can you make a contract with Myoboku Mountain just because you want to?

This noble and cold holy land is very selective in who will make the contract. If you are not a prophet, don’t even think about signing a contract.

But now?

After losing Mount Myoboku, the current Gama Clan can no longer be as noble and cool as before, and instead has to rely on Konoha for their livelihood.

At least some resources need to be supplied by Konoha.

If the natural energy is gone, you can use nutrient solution and medicinal herbs to replace it.

Asuma will only feel there is a chance if Konoha needs his help.

As for not being able to learn? .

Sorry, there is only a question of whether the investment is big enough, not whether you can master it.

Not to mention, with the close guidance of two "immortals", they can directly help you condense and master natural energy, instantly reducing the difficulty countless times.

"If you want, you can sign a contract with the Toad Clan and let them help you master the 'Sage Mode'. Maybe your strength will grow!"

Jiraiya made a promise.

He also needs the support of the Sarutobi clan or the entire Hokage system, so it is not excessive to teach Asuma the Sage Mode.

As for the destruction of Myoboku Mountain, was there no toad oil? .

Indeed, those in the past are definitely gone, but it doesn’t mean that the Toad Clan has no Toad Oil, not to mention that there are two Immortals to guide them, so there is no problem in learning the Immortal Mode.

The question is whether it can be used in actual combat!

"Thank you, Jiraiya-sama!"

Asuma bowed excitedly to express his gratitude.

He knows too well what Sage Mode means.

Asuma lowered his head, a strange smile flashing across the corner of his mouth, but unfortunately Jiraiya didn't see it at all.

(End of this chapter)