Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

In the dark underground space, Ban sat in a chair, coughing with difficulty.

After a long while, he finally raised his head, his face tired, but his eyes sharp as a hawk's.

"Kakuzu is dead?"

"No, to be precise, they were captured alive. In addition, a clone that was cultivated was also captured alive. Konoha can definitely use it to research something."

Black Zetsu answered.

Ban rubbed his eyes, unable to hide his exhaustion.

Kazuto was captured alive...

This was a devastating blow to him.

After all, among the powerful subordinates he recruited, there was only Kakuzu at the moment.

People like Raiga Kurosugi are destined to do odd jobs at best. Elite Jonin are among the top in the general ninja community, but they are not good enough for Madara.

As for Obito...

Although he has great potential and may reach a very high level in the future, for now, he still relies more on the abilities of the Sharingan.

Obito's own abilities were at most at the level of a Jonin, but his Sharingan was unique enough to keep him safe.

Ban pondered for a moment, then couldn't help but sigh softly.

That kid from Konoha has really grown up; now he can even capture Kakuzu alive.

Even he had to admit that Kakuzu was rather difficult to handle, and the ability of Jigan-yu was quite troublesome even for him to deal with.

Ryōmine Kyōhiko's current strength is comparable to that of Hashirama Senju back in the day.

Madara hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Do you have any information about Nagato?"

Not yet.

Black Zetsu lowered his head, not daring to raise it.

Nagato's disappearance means that if there is a need, the Rinnegan cannot be retrieved temporarily, and their strength will be severely suppressed.

even.

Whether the original plan can continue to be implemented in the future is also a question.

Ban squinted.

"I don't believe they would have killed Nagato; he's definitely hiding him. Kakuzu... Hmph, the little guy's moves are quite swift!"

You mean...?

Black Zetsu naturally understood that Kyohiko's capture of Kakuzu was partly to cripple their support, and partly to prevent Yahiko and Konan from being attacked.

These two were Nagato's close friends.

In any case, Nagato would never abandon them, and the reason these two returned to Amegakure was probably to seek Hanzo's protection.

and so.

These two are the key to forcing Nagato to emerge!

Kakuzu originally had the ability to kill them, but now that Kakuzu has been captured, Konoha cannot release him alive.

And Black Zetsu...

He could certainly go, but last time, Kyohiko had already proven that the other party had the ability to sense him.

Taking risks for this is tantamount to putting the cart before the horse.

Ban was silent for a few seconds, then chuckled softly.

"It's alright. Just pretend Kakuzu is dead. As for Yahiko and Konan, inform Onoki about their movements."

Madara sneered.

He suffered a great loss, as even the horn was gone.

but.

The movements of Amegakure, Kyohiko's abilities, and the change in Takigakure's attitude after Kakuzu's capture...

All these changes will force Onoki to make a decision.

They will either be squeezed to the north and slowly devoured, or they will rise up in resistance.

It's already clear which one Ohnoki will choose.

"The key right now is actually Iwagakure and Kumogakure. Go and give them a push, help them out."

As Madara Uchiha spoke, he took out several scrolls.

These are some ninjutsu experiences he summarized, which will definitely be of some help to Iwagakure and Kumogakure.

With Kakuzu captured and Raiga Kurosuki killed, he has no choice but to strengthen these "allies" to disrupt the current situation.

……

Bang!

Bang bang!

The two quickly exchanged blows, and within a few rounds, Kakashi was already covered in cold sweat, gritting his teeth and struggling to hold on.

Matt Kai's eyes showed suspicion, and he quickly stopped.

"Kakashi, something's not right!"

"What's wrong?"

Kakashi took a few breaths.

Might Guy frowned: "Your strength should be more than this, so why are you so slow?"

He felt it was already outrageous that he had wasted so much time on the ship.

result.

Back in Konoha, he faced Kakashi and couldn't hold back any longer.

Kakashi's strength has regressed by eight years, returning him to when he first entered the academy.

The more you practice, the worse you get!

Kakashi's face stiffened as he forced himself to maintain his composure, but alas...

The current situation certainly doesn't allow him to stubbornly persist.

The difference between training and real combat is quite significant.

Pfft!

He sat down and took off his special vest.

In that instant, I felt like I was alive again!

"Again!"

Kakashi's eyes gleamed, and he used Lightning Release ninjutsu to break the Weighted Rock Technique on his body.

The next second, he vanished from the spot.

"good!"

Kai yelled and immediately blocked Kakashi's kick with a punch.

but.

In the blink of an eye, Kakashi had already kicked several times, and then...

He flashed behind him and kicked him up.

What?

Matt Kai was astonished.

Eight Gates Formation!

bass.

The two landed one after the other.

Kakashi stood up and put on his armor.

"I won!"

"How did you do that?"

Matt Kay isn't stupid.

Kakashi didn't know the Eight Gates before—

Even just "opening the door" requires a long period of arduous practice and constantly pushing one's own limits to break through obstacles and open the door.

Kakashi, on the other hand, has had less and less time for training since joining the Anbu.

How did you do that?

Kakashi pointed to his clothes.

"Rely on this."

"What is this?"

Matt Kai moved a little closer.

clothing?

He mentioned it.

It's not heavy!

Kai gave a strange look and said, "You think you weigh much? Let me show you my arm and leg guards!"

As he spoke, he removed his arm guards.

Bang!

Smoke and dust filled the air.

Kakashi's lips twitched slightly.

Kai...

They're really going all out!

He couldn't help but cough lightly and said, "Kai, your arm and leg guards are a bit over the top, but mine are different from yours."

Kakashi took off his clothes and handed them to Might Guy.

Try forming hand seals.

After performing the complex hand seals, he tried taking a picture.

very good!

The procedure failed.

Come again!

After more than a dozen hand seals and summaries, Kakashi finally succeeded in performing the technique, his brow beaded with sweat.

Earth Release: Weighted Rock Technique!

Instantly, Matt Kai sank and almost fell to the ground.

Kakashi's lips twitched slightly as he said, "Sorry, I'm a beginner with this technique and I'm not very proficient yet."

The technique of adding weight to rocks is indeed very difficult.

Kakashi considered himself quite talented in ninjutsu, and with Kyohiko personally guiding him, he still couldn't master it quickly.

Now I've gotten the hang of it.

However, the application of ninjutsu was very crude; it was either unstable or impossible to execute successfully.

Like this time, uh...

That's way too much!

Fortunately, Matt Kai gritted his teeth and persevered, sweating profusely, but he was still slowly moving his feet in an attempt to stand up, but his hands were just too heavy!

"Kakashi, help me untie these! I haven't removed my weights yet!"

……

Konoha, Hokage's office.

Sarutobi Shinnosuke looked at the ninjutsu scroll in his hand, hesitating to speak several times.

Tsunade coughed lightly.

"Shinnosuke, if you need anything, just let me know, and I'll do everything I can to help you."

"Uh, not really."

It's hard to evaluate Sarutobi Shinnosuke, but it seems that he and his father, Sarutobi Hiruzen, never stopped their research work.

Although it's a good thing, this is just too much!

Shinnosuke Sarutobi coughed lightly.

"Lord Hokage, what do you think? Should we take a break from my father's situation for now?"

"Of course!"

Tsunade looked at the blueprints in her hand, and her face flushed, a rare occurrence for her.

In her hand were the blueprints for a new chakra armor developed by Hiruzen Sarutobi, which could effectively enhance the cutting properties of Wind Release ninjutsu.

Obviously.

This was specially researched by the third generation.

Although there is a slight selfish motive, the nature of Wind Release is sharpness, and most Wind Release ninjutsu can be amplified by it.

and so.

This design is undoubtedly successful.

However, exploiting an elderly person like this is indeed going too far.

Seeing Shinnosuke Sarutobi's resentful expression, Tsunade immediately took out something and said, "Take this."

"What?"

Sarutobi Shinnosuke looked up.

Tsunade said, "Try out the Earth Release chakra armor and see how it works. Then you can think of ways to improve it."

"it is good."

Sarutobi Shinnosuke accepted it without refusing.

Before the other person left, Tsunade gave one more order—

Send him north to assist Jiraiya.

Shinnosuke, who is skilled in Earth Release and Fire Release, and is also familiar with the fighting techniques of Iwa ninja, would be a suitable candidate to go north to defend against Iwa ninja.

……

Under your leadership, the Chakra Armor technology was further promoted, having a significant impact on Konoha.

[Reward: Bloodline enhancement]

Is this the effect of the gravity suit?

Breakthroughs have also been achieved in other fields.

Jingyan pondered for a moment, then looked at the reward.

It's all about bloodline.

I wonder if this bloodline connection will help me close the Sharingan.

The bloodlines need several days to fuse, and he plans to take advantage of this mechanism.

and so.

Jingyan has decided to go into seclusion for the time being!

As for external affairs, they can be handled by the clone.

After releasing the Hundred Healings Technique, he created a clone with a considerable amount of chakra and, with the help of the wood clone, transplanted the Sharingan.

Just right—

These past few days, I've been handling matters in the shadows and haven't been going out.

His territory was the Dark Division.

……

In Iwagakure, Onoki was processing intelligence from various sources, his brow furrowed and his temper growing increasingly volatile.

Bang!

He slammed his hand on the table.

"Father..."

"It's nothing, you don't need to come in!"

Onoki irritably told Huangtu to leave.

He's fine.

I'm so angry!

The Third Raikage actually visited Konoha at this critical juncture, and moreover—

According to intelligence, the Third Raikage should have fought against Minato Namikaze of Konoha in the bay, and it is suspected that the Third Raikage lost in the end.

Minato Namikaze of Konoha has become stronger again!

How could he possibly tolerate this?

"call!"

Don't get angry!

Onoki stared intently at the map.

He can understand the Raikage.

Anyone whose Jinchūriki is taken away will find it hard to sleep.

Unless you're like the leader of Takigakure, then there's really nothing to worry about.

just.

Konoha's move was too clever; it directly broke the alliance of the three villages, making it seem like they were about to be defeated one by one.

"Konoha, Konoha!"

As Ohnoki was muttering to himself, a voice suddenly rang out.

"Is the Tsuchikage troubled by Konoha's plight?"

"Who?"

Ohnoki suddenly turned around.

Upon seeing the strange figure, half-black and half-white, he immediately recognized him and frowned, saying, "It's you again. What's the matter this time?"

"Lord Tsuchikage, please don't be so formal. I've come with good intentions."

Jue chuckled and took out a scroll. "This is a gift my master asked me to deliver!"

Onoki took it with suspicion.

Upon opening it, he was immediately surprised and quickly put the reel down.

Earth Release Ninjutsu!

Above are various Earth Release ninjutsu, in addition to some Fire Release ninjutsu that they are suitable to learn.

This……

That's truly a wonderful gift!

He looked at Jue with a solemn expression.

Generally speaking, the more you give, the more you want in return.

What does "斑" mean?

Onoki quickly pondered.

Jue chuckled.

"Don't think about it anymore. We just hope that you can become stronger, so that our four-family alliance won't be overshadowed by Konoha in the end."

"Four clans? If you only have Madara, Obito Uchiha, and Kakuzu, you probably wouldn't qualify as one clan, would you?"

"mistake!"

Zetsu chuckled, "Kakuzu has been captured, captured alive."

"What?"

Onoki was astonished.

All the horns have been captured?

How is this possible!

Kakuzu's strength is such that even he wouldn't dare say he could win, let alone "capture" him alive.

This is a completely different level of difficulty.

Yoshimine Kyohiko...

That powerful?

He took a deep breath and felt a profound sense of despair. Immediately, he stopped hiding his attitude.

"Mr. Zetsu, I think Madara must step forward to deal with him, otherwise none of us can defeat Yoshimine Kyohiko!"

"Yes, we are well aware of that, but before that, you need to become strong enough, otherwise you will still be difficult to deal with."

It's obviously just empty promises.

Now, it's uncertain whether those freckles will survive once they come out from there.

His absence is the strongest deterrent!

Once it occurs...

Then death is not far away.

but.

Ohnoki isn't stupid.

He looked at the scroll in his hand, feeling it was burning hot.

"If Madara can't step forward, then I think it's better to surrender directly, just like we did back then. We've done this once before, so we're not afraid to do it a second time."

Onoki is very direct.

Jue squinted.

A few seconds later, he laughed and said, "Of course we have our own power too."

"Oh?"

Onoki's gaze held a hint of suspicion.

Zetsu formed hand seals, creating another White Zetsu, and then said, "As you can see, we have 100,000 ninjas like this!"

"Ten, one hundred thousand?"

Onoki's first reaction was "absurd".

but.

He always had a serious and confident expression.

"If you don't believe me, I can take you on a tour."

"Furthermore, Lord Madara can also help you control the Tailed Beasts more easily!"

We will absolutely not escalate the situation further.

Onoki's eyes gleamed with excitement.

"Alright, if you really have that much power, with the four of us joining forces, and with six tailed beasts at our disposal, we won't be weak no matter what!"

He slammed his fist on the table. "Konoha has the high-end combat power to destroy us, but we can also kill everyone on them except for Yoshimine Kyohiko and Namikaze Minato!"

He is very clear.

High-end combat capabilities are certainly important.

A powerful ninja can turn the tide of battle.

That's what Kyohiko and Minato did in the past.

but.

When the number of ninjas reaches a certain level, relying solely on high-end combat power will definitely not be enough.

What's more, they also have six Jinchuriki of Tailed Beasts...

At worst, we'll all perish together! (End of Chapter)