Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi's slightly flustered reaction, Orochimaru's heart stirred.

really…

In Konoha, everyone has their own bonds, even the teachers are no exception...

"Although the teacher is a bond for everyone, and the core of the bond for the entire village..."

Orochimaru silently muttered a sentence to himself and quickly continued reporting the situation:

"The air squadron has already taken off, but Onoki is blocking it, so it's not easy to break through by force."

"Minato and Kushina quickly went to the front line, but neither Minato's Flying Thunder God Technique nor Kushina's Kagura Mind's Eye could detect Danzo and the Blue Water Squad's location."

"They must have been forced into the heart of the Land of Earth..."

Hizashi stepped forward and unfurled the battle line map drawn by Kushina and the air squad at the front.

The arrows pointing to large numbers of troops indicate that, after their merger, Iwagakure and Kumogakure have engaged in comprehensive cooperation for the first time, deploying a significant number of personnel to the border...

This is clearly a reinforcement of the defenses to prevent the Konoha forces from rushing in to rescue people.

However, this information can also be interpreted as Danzo and Tobirama not being captured yet, otherwise they would already be at the negotiation stage...

"Teacher, what do you think we should do?" Orochimaru pondered.

Faced with this situation, there are some things that are difficult to say.

For the past year or so, Konoha has been implementing a strategy of "controlled warfare".

Training troops is the absolute core objective.

For the evaluation of each commander, the casualty rate is the most important indicator, and all the Konoha committee members have done an excellent job in this regard, and they all understand the Hokage's meaning.

The purpose was to refine the quality of the soldiers, to conduct another thorough investigation and familiarization with the Amegakure and Kirigakure ninjas, and to establish their personnel files in order to gain true control.

Danzo and his disciple Seisui are a special case...

One of them was radical, and the other possessed the Flying Thunder God Technique, so they did some outrageous things, such as actively hunting down bloodline ninjas from Iwagakure and Kumogakure, and leading a Root special forces team deep behind enemy lines...

Overall, it was for the good of the village, and given his special status and capable personal abilities, no one said anything.

Hiruzen Sarutobi tacitly approved of Danzo and Tobirama's actions, but emphasized the need to maintain the overall tone of the battlefield and control the boundaries. However, this was all contingent on nothing going wrong…

If something goes wrong, it becomes a problem on a completely different level.

Having disobeyed orders and found themselves caught in enemy lines, as fellow villagers, our duty is certainly to rescue them, but figuring out how to do so is a delicate matter…

The difference between localized harassment warfare that shifts from defense to offense and a frontal assault is enormous.

This is similar to how the Hidden Stone Village, Hidden Cloud Village, and Hidden Sand Village, when attacking Konoha, did not launch a full-scale attack at once, but instead conducted continuous probing.

Ninja battles are battles of intelligence, and the defending side naturally has a series of advantages.

While a direct assault might be feasible given Konoha's resources, how should we assign responsibility for the series of casualties resulting from irrational decisions?

This is a very complicated account.

Clearly, Orochimaru wasn't the only one who thought of this; Hizashi, standing nearby, did as well.

Then, Riji spoke in a deep voice:

"Lord Hokage, if your decisions and reputation are tarnished in the village because of Aozumi and Danzo, I think that would be worse than if they were both captured."

"You are the most rational and fair embodiment of the Will of Fire."

Orochimaru, who was standing to the side, twitched at the corner of his mouth. How could those words have been said so sweetly?

This is equivalent to saying:

"Danzo and Aozumi disobeyed the Hokage's orders, causing problems and sending other ninjas to their deaths in a way that defies battlefield logic. This is inappropriate. Don't take the blame for them!"

If Danzo and Seisui find out about this when they return, will they still be able to maintain this relationship?

But clearly, the difference in time between days doesn't matter.

He was extremely concerned with every aspect of Hiruzen Sarutobi.

For the sake of the Hokage, others are willing to sacrifice themselves; that is his ninja way.

Because Hizashi is a man who doesn't apply double standards, when faced with this situation, he would definitely choose to fight to the death on the spot, so as not to cause trouble for the Hokage...

Hiruzen Sarutobi gave Hizashi a rather stern look.

He knew it…

Although the Will of Fire is mentioned all the time in the village.

However, as it passes down from him, it becomes part of the personal understanding of each ninja, making it nearly impossible to maintain the original version.

But Hizashi remained unfazed, staring directly at Hiruzen Sarutobi with his Byakugan eyes: "Hokage-sama, your orders are my battle strategy, but there are things I must say directly."

"I will listen to you in everything, but I have to express my opinion; I cannot let you down by promoting me."

Orochimaru sighed softly:

"Teacher, this is indeed a sensitive issue. Rationally speaking, even if Danzo and Aoisui are caught, their personal safety will not be a problem."

"Iwagakure and Kumogakure wouldn't dare to attack them, as that would undoubtedly anger the village. The most likely scenario is that they would use this as leverage to negotiate peace and force us to withdraw our troops."

"With Iwagakure and Kumogakure heavily fortified, and we can't pinpoint Aozumi and Danzo's location, even if we break through their front lines, how will we find them further?"

"The Land of Earth is too big, and the Hidden Villages of Iwagakure and Kumogakure will definitely be hunting them down. We won't be able to search unimpeded once we get in..."

"This is like finding a needle in a haystack!"

Orochimaru said seriously.

This is an objective analysis.

The battlefield situation is combined with the action of "finding someone".

If we want to implement our demands, we need to break through the enemy's front lines as soon as possible and then enter the Land of Earth region to distribute the supplies...

That would be even more risky.

That area is the enemy's heartland, and it will surely be resisted step by step by the allied forces of Iwagakure and Kumogakure.

Both actions lack sufficient battlefield logic to support them.

Before the defensive formations of Iwagakure and Kumogakure dissipate, even a strong ninja of Konoha's caliber would find it difficult to withstand a war ninjutsu unleashed by a unit of a hundred men...

Whether it's Fugaku and Tomie's Susanoo, or the partial tailed beast transformation of a Jinchuriki, war ninjutsu can easily restrict the movement of a complete tailed beast.

This was not an encounter battle, but a positional assault.

The attacking side must rush forward and withstand a wave of ninjutsu in order to have a chance to break the formation.

Hiruzen Sarutobi quickly began to think.

Save or not?

He didn't hesitate on this point; it was absolutely necessary to save them!

"No…"

"We'll discuss the issues between Qingshui and Danzo when they return. Whether it was due to greed for merit or being ambushed by the enemy, it ultimately belongs to the internal conflicts of Konoha."

"This matter is not that simple."

"You two should know that I encountered the Second Tsuchikage Mu and the Second Mizukage Gengetsu Hozuki in the Land of Water. They appeared as special Edo Tensei bodies, even stronger than when they were alive."

Orochimaru and Hizashi nodded solemnly.

In the Land of Water, many ninjas, due to a lack of education caused by the Bloodstained Mist Village, actually believed Hozuki Gengetsu's claim that "the Sage of Six Paths sent him to settle accounts with the Mist Village"...

The idea that Hiruzen Sarutobi was the Mizukage chosen by the Sage is practically turning it into a ninja world version of "divine right of kings"...

However, most rational ninjas scoffed at the idea of ​​the Sage of Six Paths.

How could immortals really exist?

If it really exists, why hasn't anyone seen it all these years?

There must be some shady organization that has been established in the ninja world!

As for who the leader of this organization was, a considerable number of Konoha ninjas had the answer in their hearts, but out of respect for Hiruzen Sarutobi, they all remained silent…

"We have reason to believe that this incident involving Danzo and Seisui was an organized, premeditated ambush with the intervention of a third party as an unexpected factor!"

"Whatever their purpose is—whether it's to balance the situation between us and Iwagakure and Kumogakure, or it's specifically targeting Konoha's ninjas—we must not back down!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi said with unusual firmness:

"If we give in this time, there will be a second and a third step!"

The reason he thought this way was because Hiruzen Sarutobi trusted Tobirama.

His teacher wouldn't make the same mistake twice.

Having been ambushed by the Six Paths Treasures once before, Tobirama, given his personality, would never stumble in the gutter again in this second life.

If a problem arises, it must be due to unforeseen external forces or unforeseen accidents.

It seems Madara Uchiha has come up with a new idea again…

Upon hearing this, Orochimaru and Hizashi both suddenly understood. They exchanged a glance and nodded.

"If it's Lord Tobirama, then this makes sense."

"It feels like they're testing Aoshui, the new user of the Flying Thunder God Technique, and also checking if Danzo has improved over the years. Isn't this a replica of your situation back then?"

Orochimaru pondered and said:

"Perhaps this is also a test of your ability to handle situations as Hokage? You're like the Second Hokage during the First Shinobi World War, needing to make a difficult decision..."

In an emergency, with no one else in the Hokage's office, Orochimaru didn't bother with subtlety and directly stated the name. Hizashi, standing nearby, had clearly been talking about Tobirama quite a bit in private, or perhaps he'd become numb to Tobirama's anecdotes from all those years monitoring Konoha…

The expression on the shin's face didn't change much. He nodded and said:

"Orochimaru's analysis makes sense! If it were the Second Hokage who intervened, then everything would make perfect sense..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi ignored the two of them...

This is a typical stereotype, and it doesn't make sense to them or the entire Hidden Leaf Village!

Regarding Tobirama's situation, is the Hokage really going to isolate Konoha all by himself...?

"You're thinking too simply."

"Even if it really was Tobirama-sensei who did it, someone who could do such a thing is no longer our Second Hokage of Konoha, but a paranoid Sengoku ninja trapped in extreme thinking."

"Even if I am his disciple, I will never forgive my family, teachers, or friends if they harm the village!" Hiruzen Sarutobi quoted Hashirama's words, then changed the subject, his tone becoming heavy.

"You all need to stay alert. Don't be complacent just because the opponent is the Second Hokage, or think that it's just a test for our own people. Sengoku's mindset has always been that opportunities are hidden in crises."

"That crisis is real. Failing to overcome it means death. Opportunity is merely the reward for surviving the crisis. I understand this better than any of you."

"Even more terrifying than the enemy!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's serious expression sent a chill down Orochimaru and Hizashi's spines.

They both misjudged the situation somewhat...

I think if Tobirama were to intervene, Danzo and Aozumi would probably have a chance of survival...

But who is Hiruzen Sarutobi?

Not only is he the current Hokage of Konoha, but he is also the Second Hokage's most favored disciple. His understanding of that person must surpass that of everyone else!

Orochimaru and Hizashi couldn't help but think...

If the Hokage could have such feelings, what exactly happened when he was the Second Hokage's student? Hmm, it must have been very difficult!

"Therefore, the nature of this war has changed."

"We must realize that this is a hidden third-party organization in the ninja world attacking Konoha! This is not a consequence of Danzo and Aozumi disobeying battlefield orders."

Hiruzen Sarutobi first made a definitive statement, as was his habit.

This is very important to him.

"But what you said makes sense. Combining the forces of Konoha's various war zones for a head-on battle will definitely take time, so the timeliness is not up to standard."

"Even if we manage to break through the defenses once our personnel have set off and reached the front lines, the speed at which we find Qingshui and Danzo may not be faster than the time it takes for Kumogakure, Iwagakure, and the mysterious organizations to capture them."

Hiruzen Sarutobi quickly thought:

"Furthermore, the casualties among the ninjas must be taken into account; a direct frontal assault is not a good approach."

Orochimaru and Hizashi listened intently.

This is indeed a very tricky situation.

If Konoha were to assemble its forces in a grand display and push forward recklessly, but then Aokiji and Danzo were captured, the situation would become complicated.

In that case, not only would the strategic objectives not be achieved, but Konoha would also suffer heavy casualties due to a hasty attack, which would also be inconsistent with the rational approach taken since the Third Shinobi World War.

But it wouldn't do to just sit idly by and watch Danzo and Aoisui get trapped in enemy territory...

"Danzo is an assistant to the Hokage of Konoha, and Aozumi is an important member of the research department and the Uchiha clan. If something happens to either of them, it will be a great loss to the village."

"According to our plan, the village's idea for Iwagakure and Kumogakure is to slowly erode their strength until they can no longer withstand the pressure and choose to surrender, thereby forcing them to open up their markets and make reparations..."

"This is also of great interest to Konoha."

Hiruzen Sarutobi was explaining the situation to Hizashi and Orochimaru, using this method to clarify his own thoughts and find a way to break the deadlock. Orochimaru and Hizashi remained silent; neither of them could think of a foolproof plan for the time being.

"The only option now is for me to go first."

Hiruzen Sarutobi suddenly said something astonishing.

Orochimaru and Hizashi were initially stunned, then their faces showed expressions of utter horror, completely unlike their usual composure. Sending the Hokage and their teacher to the battlefield alone?

They'd be cursed and gossiped about behind their backs!

Being scolded is a minor matter, but what if something happens to the Hokage or the teacher!

Orochimaru and Hizashi dared not imagine what the entire ninja world would become if Hiruzen Sarutobi were to meet with an accident in Konoha's current situation...

That would be unprecedented chaos and war!

"No, absolutely not, teacher!"

Orochimaru's tone was unusually urgent: "How can you go alone? What if something goes wrong? I'll go!" "I have experience leading a team to infiltrate Kumogakure and deal with the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, Buzanbi..."

"Yes, Hokage-sama, you're taking too much risk!"

Even the fair-skinned man's face flushed with anxiety: "This absolutely cannot happen!"

"Quiet."

Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head, signaling the two of them to be quiet: "Orochimaru, what you're talking about is called infiltration, which is different from the battlefield environment, and you know that in your heart."

"The cruelty of the battlefield is equally fair to the strong and the weak, because most strong people, even if they have outstanding offensive ninjutsu, often cannot keep up in terms of defense."

"Your software modifications and the Susanoo of the Uchiha Mangekyou Sharingan are the same. If you were hit by a hundred Iwa ninja's 'Earth Mountain Technique' or dozens of Kumo ninja's 'Lightning Technique,' you wouldn't be able to stop it."

"But I'm different..."

"Ninjas weaker than me cannot use ninjutsu in front of me. Numbers are not very meaningful to me. I can easily tear apart any tight military formation."

"Collective war ninjutsu is full of flaws compared to individual techniques. I can easily dismantle their chakra connections with my Spirit Release."

"With my combined physical strength, speed, and power, I can disregard the basic logic of war and freely choose the direction of my breakout."

Hiruzen Sarutobi earnestly explained his strengths.

In fact, as the bloodline threads continued to accumulate, he was gradually moving closer to a special level in the ninja world.

It's similar to the appearance of a person with the Rinnegan.

He doesn't rely on the pressure of individual soldiers; only when individual combat strength reaches a certain level and quantity can he pose a threat to Hiruzen Sarutobi. The more other enemies on the battlefield who don't pose a threat to him, the more it provides cover for Hiruzen Sarutobi, allowing the opponent's high-end forces to be hampered.

This is an advantage brought about by the evolution of life levels and systems.

"Teacher, that won't do either!"

"Lord Hokage, please reconsider!"

Orochimaru and Hizashi thought Hiruzen Sarutobi made sense, but they still didn't want Konoha's absolute core to take this risk, because this was a situation that hadn't occurred in the ninja world for decades.

This is no longer a matter of a single player leading a team into battle...

Instead, it's about one person taking on tens of thousands of enemy ninjas single-handedly!

"My mind is made up, you two need not say more."

Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke forcefully, looking at Orochimaru who was about to say something more: "Kid, I am the Hokage!"

"Pass on the order."

"Have the air squadron quickly dispatch their fastest aerial ninja tools. I will land at the heart of the enemy's defenses and disrupt their defensive formation swiftly!"

"As long as I show up, chaos will inevitably break out within their ranks. Neither Aokiji nor Danzo are high-value targets compared to me, the Hokage."

"Both Iwagakure and Kumogakure, whether it's Onoki or the Third Raikage, will do everything in their power to deal with me, including the reserve forces of that mysterious organization."

"In this way, the defensive lines set up by Iwagakure and Kumogakure on the front lines will be greatly weakened, and the village ninjas will no longer be at a disadvantage when switching from defense to offense, allowing for a fair battle."

Orochimaru and Hizashi were speechless under Hiruzen Sarutobi's imposing gaze, and could only listen to Hiruzen Sarutobi recount this terrifying plan!

"Your side, you must quickly organize your forces. Have the Amegakure and Kirigakure factions, as well as all the Konoha committee members on your side, lead their troops into orderly and systematic columns and penetrate deep into enemy territory!"

"On the one hand, find Danzo and Seisui as soon as possible, and on the other hand, come and support me."

In this situation, Hiruzen Sarutobi even managed a slight smile:

"I'm not young anymore, and I don't know how long I can hold on, so please don't keep me waiting too long."

"But be careful to also arrange for the ninjas to guard the base. The more severe the situation, the more you need to consider all aspects. But I don't have time to deal with these things right now. Orochimaru and Hizashi, you two can handle everything."

"Alright, let's get started!"

As Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke, he nimbly took out a scroll and quickly put on the dark black heavy armor that Madara Uchiha had worn in his youth.

With a clap of his hands, the Ape Demon appeared in the office.

"Ape Demon, this time we're in for a tough battle!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile to his old friend.

The Monkey King didn't say much, but silently transformed into Fangtian Huazai: "Hiruzen, I haven't spent over a year training at Mount Myōboku for nothing..." "From now on, I will begin gathering natural energy. Although you don't know Sage Mode, as your most reliable weapon, I will help you solve this problem!"

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Enma..." Hiruzen Sarutobi gripped his halberd, took a deep breath, and the fastest model of the aerial squadron was already waiting for him in the air.

Hiruzen Sarutobi strode out.

The speed and determination were so great that Orochimaru and Hizashi didn't even have time to react before they witnessed Hiruzen Sarutobi's posture on the Hidden Mist battlefield.

The door to the Hokage's office was opened.

The door slammed shut.

"Teacher!" Orochimaru suddenly felt a jolt in his heart, as if he had stepped into thin air, and couldn't help but shout.

"Hokage-sama!"

The sir hurriedly said, "Please take me with you!"

"You two are both too green. Although you've reached the age to settle down and build a career, in my eyes you're still just seeds that need honing." "Don't rush things. Perhaps one day you'll be doing what I'm doing, but I hope it ends with me."

Hiruzen Sarutobi paused, slowly turned around, and said seriously:

"Orochimaru, if I don't come back, you will be the Hokage of Konoha from now on."

"Hizashi, if that situation really comes to pass, you must assist Orochimaru properly."

Orochimaru and Hizashi exchanged a glance, both noticing undisguised shock and a hint of fear in each other's eyes. What kind of talk is this!

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't think he couldn't come back; it was just a necessary procedure.

There's no need to repeat the mistake of Tobirama appointing him as Hokage during a time of crisis.

Moreover, Hiruzen Sarutobi saw this as an opportunity, just as he, Hizashi, and Orochimaru had said…

It is a great opportunity hidden within danger!

This is a golden opportunity for him to showcase his personal heroism and elevate his prestige and reputation across the ninja world with absolute violence!

In a sense, Hiruzen Sarutobi was capable of "using war to sustain war".

As his prestige in Konoha grows stronger, his talent will also improve.

In the past, neither Iwagakure nor Kumogakure gave him such an opportunity; only Kirigakure, through the Mizukage Kirigori, who has been erased from history, had given him such a chance with his extraordinary wisdom…

Moreover, once someone reaches Hiruzen Sarutobi's position, every move he makes is interpreted by countless people in the ninja world and within Konoha.

Initiating wars arbitrarily could lead to excessive belligerence among the ninjas, hindering long-term internal development and preventing them from expressing their opinions freely.

This is the constraint of the integration of rights and responsibilities.

However, the downfall of Danzo and Aozumi gave Hiruzen Sarutobi a perfectly legitimate excuse to indulge in his whims and test his current strength in the ninja world...

Hiruzen Sarutobi stared at Orochimaru and Hizashi, glanced at the door beside him, and smiled slightly: "Suddenly I feel like slamming a door like Danzo did. I don't know why, maybe it's because I miss him."

"Let's go. You two hurry up and get it done!"

Orochimaru and Hizashi felt a chill run down their spines.

It's always said that the essence of the Will of Fire is bonds...

Isn't Naruto the same?

This was also part of Hiruzen Sarutobi's "calculation," or rather, a clever little scheme he devised to take advantage of the situation.

Prestige, when imbued with humanity, is like adding other metals to an iron plate—it forms a stronger alloy. To rescue his brothers and teacher's bloodline, and to prevent his own ninjas from suffering excessive injuries, he chose to descend from the sky and plunge into the enemy ranks…

This story may be one that people in the ninja world will talk about for decades to come.

Even if it was somewhat reckless, the will of fire and the warmth of humanity within it were so strong that they could not be dissolved.

It will be one of Hiruzen Sarutobi's representative works, and will be remembered in Konoha and the ninja world.

The prestige of the Naruto lineage will therefore increase.

"What are you still standing there for!"

After Hiruzen Sarutobi left, Hizashi suddenly shouted:

"I'll go talk to Lord Mito about the village defense. You immediately contact the Konoha committee members in each region!"

"Make those bastards drop everything they're doing immediately, even the greatest spoils and rewards, and rush to the front lines in the Land of Earth at full speed, at all costs!"

The Byakugan in Hizashi's eyes surged with boundless fighting spirit and rage.

It was as if only in this way could the unspeakable panic in his heart be calmed down.

"I know!"

Orochimaru picked up the Heart Meridian Notice and, with an unusually stern tone, quickly contacted the Yamanaka clan's command center, issuing the death order to all areas under Konoha's control.

This is a challenging coordination task.

At this moment.

The committee members and Jonin from Kirigakure, Kumogakure, and Konoha were all in an uproar, each listening intently to their marching orders, afraid of being a step too late.

Water Kingdom area.

Nakamaro and Kisame are leading a team to clear out the last stubborn rogue ninja.

Because Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't fully integrate the Land of Water with Konoha, it will maintain a self-sustaining state for the next few years.

As for some overly disobedient nobles, Nakamaro and Kisame were able to teach these anti-Konoha elements a straightforward lesson in a way reminiscent of the old Kirigakure, but they still had to gather evidence later.

Unlike in Konoha, where evidence is required unless there are very special circumstances.

"This is a windfall..."

"They actually hid so much chakra metal! These insects from the Land of Water don't even know many decent ninjutsu, yet they've taken all these precious resources home!"

Nakamaro inspected the spoils of war, pondering what Orochimaru had told him a few days earlier.

Konoha is going to implement information technology...

What is information technology? Although Nakamaro had read many books, this concept was still too advanced for him.

However, he knew one thing: this was the Hokage's intention.

Information technology requires a massive amount of chakra metal blanks and ores.

Clearly, this harvest has met Konoha's needs!

And at this moment.

The pulse oath at Nakamaro's waist beeped.

Amidst the envious gazes of the other Hidden Mist ninja, he stylishly swung it around, opened the lid, and held it to his ear:

"I am Nakamaro"

Suddenly, Nakamaro's face turned extremely grim: "Fine, I understand!"

Kisame was taken aback. What was going on?

"Put down all your spoils! Forget them all! Don't want anything now!"

"Leave Mei Terumi to guard the base. All other Jonin, Special Jonin, and senior Chunin from Kirigakure, assemble at full speed! We're heading to support the Hokage!"

"Tell everyone, this is your chance to show your face in the Hidden Mist region! Anyone who dares to hold us back, I'll chop off their head!"

Nakamaro's expression was incredibly fierce, his white eyes filled with malevolence, a far cry from the smiling demeanor he usually displayed when imitating Tenzo. Kisame, standing nearby, immediately said, "We summon sharks! Tell Orochimaru that we'll land from the flank of the Land of Earth; we won't be any slower than them!"

"Alright!" Nakamaro patted Kisame on the shoulder, and the two brothers quickly got to work.

The same applies to the Amegakure region.

Upon learning this news, Hanzo immediately summoned all of Amegakure's forces.

His elder brother Hiruzen Sarutobi's kindness and gratitude had long since warmed the entire Land of Rain and Amegakure like a fire...

When Hanzo chose to open the floodgates to fight against Sunagakure, after the war, Hiruzen Sarutobi also allocated a sum of money to the people of the Land of Rain to help them rebuild their homes.

Every aspect has been considered extremely thoroughly and appropriately…

As a result, most people within Amegakure are now calculating their battle merits that could allow them to transfer to Konoha, and they can't wait to officially be assigned to the Land of Fire the very next day.

There's no way around it; although Lord Hanzo is very strong, he's still not as stable as the Hokage...

Moreover, Hanzo was also consciously pushing this matter forward. This was already a tacit understanding between him and Hiruzen Sarutobi, to gracefully and mutually satisfyingly merge Amegakure into Konoha and make them one family.

"Let's go, support the Hokage!"

Within Konoha, the various Konoha committee members moved even faster, each determined not to let the Hokage fight alone behind enemy lines.

This war machine, created by Hiruzen Sarutobi, began to operate at an extremely rapid pace in an instant.

This seemed to foreshadow the most important turning point in the ninja world's situation and the Third Shinobi World War.

What will the future of this war look like?

Nobody knows for sure...

And at this moment.

As Hiruzen Sarutobi flew at high speed through the air, he slowly sealed the chakra of the nine tailed beasts into his "Ten Thousand Seals Body Sealing Seal," looking down at the earth beneath his feet.

He made up his mind…

I want to refine the chakra of these nine tailed beasts and test my limits!

After all, the ninja world is too complex and unpredictable; we can't be satisfied with the status quo...

High-intensity warfare and the multi-stage bursts of chakra within the body can act as a good catalyst for promoting the fusion of tailed beast chakra within the body, similar to "heating up a furnace".

Hiruzen Sarutobi leaped down.

The Hokage has gone into battle alone!