Naruto: The Age of Ninja Swords Begins in Kumogakure

Chapter 36 Bitter Earth Platform

Looking at his nephew, who had barely calmed down, with a puzzled expression, Uzumaki Aloe didn't ask any questions. Instead, she said, "Kumogakure will use ships to take some of our clansmen away by sea, but the ninjas of Kirigakure are the ones who rule the sea."

We need to join forces with Kumogakure to first wipe out the entire Kirigakure ninja army so that the children can safely reach Kumogakure in the Land of Lightning by sea.

He revealed the battle plan agreed upon with Tu Tai, which didn't involve any detailed tactics or strategies; the main objective was to ensure a smooth retreat.

Once we take down the ninja army sent by Kirigakure, the remaining ninjas from Sunagakure and Iwagakure will be no threat; they're just landlubbers.

"I've already spoken to them. If we can hold them off this time, we'll continue living in the Land of Whirlpools. If we can't, we'll transfer the underage children and single clansmen to the Hidden Cloud Village."

At the same time, we will offer the portion of our sealing techniques that can be used even by non-Clan members as compensation for inviting the Hidden Cloud Village to participate in this battle.

Revealing the deal with Kumogakure, it's unrealistic to expect them to work for free; we must offer sufficient leverage, which can only be their clan's inherited sealing technique.

"Can!"

After a moment of silence, Masahiko Uzumaki nodded through gritted teeth; this was the only option now.

Damn it, don't let this old man survive this war, otherwise I'll kill that wretched brat the first thing I do when I get to Kumogakure.

Seeing that the clan chief had agreed, the four elders had nothing more to say.

In our current situation, having one more option and a way out is already quite good.

At the same time, Tsuchida caught up with Tamura and his four companions, or rather, five people, at the agreed-upon location.

"What did you do?"

Looking at the group of Anbu ninjas around him, as well as the two extra super-large scrolls and the red-haired girl, Tsuchida was very confused.

I've only been gone for less than an hour, and you've already caused me trouble?

Tamura Hao explained innocently, "It's not my fault. Not long after you went in, the Hokage's son came out of Uzushiogakure. We almost got into a fight then."

I could only impersonate a member of the Senju clan and engage in verbal exchanges with them. Then I wandered around Uzushiogakure Village and met the Uzumaki clan chief. I talked with him for a while and he entrusted this girl with all the heritage and foundation of the Uzumaki clan.

Oh, by the way, this girl is the designated Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.

As he spoke, he couldn't help but think to himself, "Master Lu was right. Since ancient times, true feelings can't be retained, only tricks can win people's hearts."

These days, playing the sincere card is a dead end; in the end, you'll only be deceived and lose everything, even your very being. Only by using tricks can you get everything.

This rudimentary explanation made Tu Tai's eyelids twitch; the amount of information it contained was too much for even someone as intelligent as him to grasp in a short time.

"It's dangerous for you to act so recklessly."

With a dark expression, Tu Tai regretted bringing this brat along.

They're such troublemakers!

"I've thought it over. It's not very dangerous for us. At most, the Uzumaki clan leader will find out and detain Lord Tsuchida for not leaving in time. Given the current situation in the Land of Whirlpools, Uzumaki Village won't kill Lord Tsuchida and offend our Kumogakure to death."

Tamura Hao looked like he had everything under control; he had already figured this out, which was why he took the risk of deceiving people.

"I miss you, my foot!"

Unable to bear it any longer, Tu Tai punched the boy on the head, almost becoming a prisoner himself.

"You must return immediately with the scroll and that girl, and make sure to bring all three back intact. This is very important for the village, and it must be accomplished."

After glaring at the aching boy, Tsuchida gave an order to the ANBU ninja.

Those he brought with him were all his most trusted confidants, and their combat strength was beyond question. Not to mention, there was this hidden tunnel, so returning safely shouldn't be a problem.

"yes!"

The group obeyed the order. Three of them carried the scroll and the girl on their backs and walked into the tunnel together. At the very back, an earth-style ninja collapsed the tunnel to prevent anyone from chasing after them.

After several twists and turns, Tamura Hao and Tsuchida turned onto a side road, followed by the three Anbu ninjas from before, but they had changed out of their Konoha Anbu uniforms.

After traveling for a while, they reached the ground and sped towards the agreed-upon location.

As they approached the agreed-upon location, Tu Tai stopped and glared at the young man before giving instructions to his three subordinates.

"Keep a close eye on this brat, don't let him cause any more trouble."

"yes!"

The three readily agreed, but they didn't feel any ill will towards Tamura Hao; in fact, they admired and appreciated him.

That previous achievement should be enough to give them a collective S-level mission record.

They would love to have as many easy and pleasant things as possible, and if necessary, they wouldn't mind making the Tutai (local ruler) suffer a little.

Seeing that Tamura Hiroshi was being targeted, he was unhappy but didn't say anything, only writing it down in his notebook.

The five slowed their pace and soon arrived at the agreed location, a secluded grove of trees.

The other three groups had already arrived, and they all turned to look at the five people approaching from the earthen platform.

"Is there no one left in Kumogakure? It's just a bunch of brats!"

Hozuki Jagetsu, the leader of the Kirigakure faction, chuckled wickedly, his words laced with disdain.

"They're definitely too young and unreliable!"

Chiyo, representing Sunagakure, nodded in agreement, but inwardly she was also dissatisfied with the late arrival of the Kumogakure representative.

If it were someone of the same generation, that would be fine, but who would have thought it was a junior, followed by a short person who must have been just a little kid.

"It seems that Kumogakure has not yet recovered from the internal strife of that year. Perhaps they should just withdraw from this war in the Land of Whirlpools."

As the representative of Iwagakure, Nishiki added, "The three parties are working together to put pressure on the five people from Tsuchidai."

However, the three of them, standing behind Chiyo, looked at the boy behind Tsuchida. Although his hair color and hairstyle had changed, his body shape was very familiar, especially the light armor he was wearing.

Ye Cang glared at him hatefully, cursing the little pervert in his heart.

Seeing the three parties targeting them, Tamura Hao remained silent, but he silently kept those people in mind, and wondered if there was a chance to wipe them out.

I, Tian, ​​have never held grudges; I settle them quickly.

"Looks like there's no need to talk anymore. Let's all use our own methods tonight!"

Tu Tai was also defiant, letting out a cold snort before turning and leaving.

He arrived at the agreed time, even half an hour early, but he was still targeted.

Clearly, the three parties had made an agreement before they arrived, which was to exclude their Hidden Cloud Village.

Alright, since you don't want to include our Hidden Cloud Village in your activities, then don't blame us for being impolite.

Tamura and the other three didn't say much, and followed Tsuchida as he leaped away quickly.

Before leaving, Tamura Hao glanced at Rasa standing behind Chiyo; the other's malice was much stronger than last time.

None of the three parties were surprised by Tsuchikage's swift and decisive departure; this was typical of Kumogakure, always maintaining this tough stance.

"They're so young!"

Chiyo chuckled lightly, not taking it to heart.

Now that the three parties have joined forces, no matter how angry the Hidden Cloud Village is, it's useless, not to mention that they will take action tonight, and the Hidden Cloud Village has no time to rearrange.

Originally, she was not in favor of joining forces with Iwagakure and Kirigakure to target Kumogakure, but the information Rasa brought back made her think twice, especially since Rasa had a very high opinion of Kumogakure and believed that it posed the greatest threat to Sunagakure.

If that's the case, then she'll take this opportunity to target them, and if the chance arises, she wouldn't mind wiping out the ninja army that Kumogakure has dispatched this time.

(End of this chapter)