Zombie Sage in Naruto

Chapter 28 You're strong, become my trump card.

When an elite Jonin disregards the overall battle situation and leads a crack squad with only one mind to launch a surprise attack on a Chunin, the impact it displays is absolutely astonishing.

No one expected that such a powerful figure would suddenly appear and launch an attack using such an aggressive fighting style.

Within seconds, the first few dozen Konoha ninjas were thrown into chaos, their faces showing panic.

Those who reacted quickly could use various ninjutsu to bombard the sandstorm, although they didn't know if the sandstorm posed any other risks besides obscuring their vision.

Those who reacted slower were in a terrible predicament; they were instantly killed by the squad led by Sandstorm Araki, falling to the ground screaming in agony.

Sandstorm Araki is like a sharp knife thrusting from the sandstorm, showcasing the terrifying strength of an elite Jonin to the fullest.

"Get out of my way, all of you. Stay away from me and you'll live." Desert Araki's eyes were only on Kaede Tsukasa. This was not just about washing away the shame from last time; it would also affect the future development path of Sunagakure.

Of course he knew about the human puppet. Elite Jonin, if not high-ranking members of the village, were definitely the backbone of the village. Even a major ninja village couldn't find many elite Jonin.

The war has dragged on for so long that Sunagakure is already at its limit. Even if they win, there's no way they can seize the rich lands from the Land of Fire. As for war reparations? They won't get any money.

In summary, after several years of fighting, the losses have been enormous. The economy of the Land of Wind has been devastated, and a large number of excellent ninjas have been lost. The Sand Village must find a way to quickly improve its strength and catch up with the other ninja villages.

Human puppets are the most economical development path, which means that Kaede Tsukasa's value will rise even further!
"It seems the higher-ups in Konoha were completely unprepared for this and still consider you a very good medical ninja..."

The sandstorm attack by Araki targeted a force composed of a very small number of Jonin, but mostly Chunin and Genin, and it was a surprise attack in small teams. In an instant, the Konoha forces were thrown into chaos.

His gaze pierced through the crowd and landed on Kaedeji through the gaps. He wanted to see Kaedeji show fear, but apart from the initial surprise, he only saw extreme calm.

"Hmph, when I capture you and bring you to Sunagakure, I'll let you experience the cruel tortures of our village. Don't cry then!!"

The sandstorm sneered, creating an even larger sandstorm that could lower the sand level to less than five meters, its howling and wailing drowning out all other noises.

"They're here. The scale is quite frightening... Is this a complete disregard for the casualties of the squad, just to create an opportunity to capture me?" Kaede Tsukasa looked up at the scene that seemed to have changed the heavens, which was indeed quite intimidating.

He also saw that the other party used Magnet Release to control hundreds of shuriken, each tip gleaming with a specially made hemolytic toxin. The ground leading to Kaede Tsukasa surged and churned as if alive, turning the grassland within a hundred meters radius into quicksand—this was something he had carefully prepared for Kaede Tsukasa.

Sandstorm Araki may not have strong offensive capabilities, but he excels at area-of-effect combat, capable of single-handedly entangled with a large number of ninjas and creating the desired opportunities for battle.

Kaede Tsukasa summoned six zombies in one breath, each standing in a different position around him, firmly protecting him in the middle.

"You're the enemy's target? Whatever their purpose, stop them!"

Kazamatsuri Takuno's face showed surprise. He didn't know what had happened, but he believed that if the enemy wanted to achieve something, he should do his best to stop them, even if he didn't understand it. That was the only right thing to do!
After a group of comrades were killed in battle, the surrounding Konoha ninjas reacted and quickly gathered around, trying to surround Desert Araki and his squad.

Opportunities to kill an elite Jonin are rare.

"Your Soul Reaper Technique is more than this. What, do you think you can contend with me with these inferior products?" Sandstorm Araki sneered.

Magnet Release: Quicksand Vortex Prison!

Suddenly, a mass of sand and dust began to gather, forming a terrifying vortex that descended from above, threatening to engulf Kaede Tsukasa in its center: "This time, I won't give you a chance to escape. I've seen through all your tricks!"

Kaede Tsukasa didn't speak, only retreating. As medical ninjas, their primary task on the battlefield was to protect themselves—a phrase Tsunade had instructed every medical ninja to use. No Konoha ninja thought this was wrong; they charged forward relentlessly, trying to buy their medical ninja a chance to escape.

But Kaede Tsukasa didn't just run away.

The six zombies that had been moving with him also dispersed and simultaneously began forming hand seals, using different ninjutsu.

Various water, fire, and wind techniques spewed from the zombies' mouths. Although they were all very ordinary techniques, Kaedeji didn't expect these zombies to be able to kill Sandstorm Araki.

He's just stalling for time.

The constant fall of his comrades could not shake him in the slightest; eliminating the sandstorm Araki was Kaedeji's goal.

"Tsukasa, I suggest you retreat." Kazamatsuri Takuno stood in front of Kaedama Tsukasa. He realized that he couldn't stop the sandstorm Araki. This guy was simply crazy, trying to rush to Kaedama Tsukasa's side regardless of the consequences.

Then the only option is to use one's own life—

A zombie grabbed him and flung him to the side.

"Leave it to me. I'll take care of this guy right here," Kaedeji said calmly. "I can't let my fellow villagers sacrifice themselves for me."

Kazamatsuri Takuno steadied himself, stunned by the explosive statement, his eyes widening in disbelief.

Actually, it's not accurate for Kaedeji Tsukasa to say that as a medical ninja. On the battlefield, ordinary ninjas should prioritize protecting medical ninjas.

As the sandstorm approached, Araki encountered increasing resistance. Finally, he managed to get close to Kaedeji, using Magnet Release to block a series of ninjutsu attacks before beheading a zombie.

Kaedeji showed no surprise on his face as he formed a hand seal.

"Corpse Transformation - Void Realm Technique"

Kaedeji's body blurred for a moment, and then he swapped places with a zombie.

This was the first time he had used the Void Realm Technique in front of so many people, creating a spectacular visual effect.

Many people thought that Kaede Tsukasa was doomed, but the next second they saw Sandstorm Araki kill a zombie, and Kaede Tsukasa suddenly appeared in the zombie's original spot, almost doubting their own eyes.

"What kind of technique is this?!"

"There's no mistake. I was just transferred from Iwagakure. I saw Minato Namikaze using the Flying Thunder God Technique from afar, and it looks very similar to this. He can change his position in an instant! But I didn't see this medical ninja throw a special kunai beforehand..."

"No wonder this kid became the enemy's target! He can summon several physical bodies to use ninjutsu. This move is equivalent to creating many junior ninja out of thin air. He can also use space-time ninjutsu like the Flying Thunder God Technique!"

Many people were actually partnering with Kaede Tsukasa for the first time, and it was also the first time they had seen Kaede Tsukasa performing his techniques up close. They were initially puzzled as to why the enemy's elite squad was targeting such a seemingly unknown medical ninja.
But seeing this strange and visually striking ninjutsu, everything makes sense.

boom!
As usual, the zombies self-destructed, but failed to harm Sandstorm Araki in the slightest.

"This distance is about right... From now on, make it my trump card."

(End of this chapter)