The Tenseigan started from the Hyuga main family.

Splash...

The entire claw of Shukaku was torn off by the water dragon, turning into countless grains of yellow sand that sank to the bottom of the water.

Roar!

Just as the blue stripes on Shukaku's body lit up and yellow sand surged out again to form new arms, another water dragon pounced and bit off another of Shukaku's claws in the same way.

Glug...

This time, the water dragon's bite went even deeper, tearing Gaara's clothes on his shoulder and leaving a deep, bone-revealing wound from which blood gushed.

"This is bad. Fighting in the water is too much of a disadvantage. Even though Gaara is almost at his perfect form, he still has no chance to fight back..."

The water was crystal clear, allowing Temari to see everything clearly, and she couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

With each successive onslaught of the two water dragons, blood gushed forth, causing the Shukaku power on Gaara's body to continuously crumble and regenerate at a rate that could not keep pace with the destruction.

Who is he to have beaten me up like this...?

How could I possibly lose to someone like that!

As Gaara let out a cry of unwillingness from the bottom of his heart, the yellow cross in his dark eyes suddenly enlarged, transforming into a yellow dot that emitted a dazzling light.

boom!

As white smoke billowed from the water world, an enormous black shadow instantly occupied half of the arena.

"Ah, run!"

The water, which had just barely reached the protective wall, surged up again, instantly increasing by half a meter, almost submerging the lowest row of seats, causing many civilians to scramble and crawl to higher ground.

Is it finally out?

Shukaku's perfect form!

Hinata Zechen stood on the waves, and with a thought, caused the water level in the arena to gradually drop.

Without the water's obstruction, Shukaku was displayed clearly to everyone.

monster!

A monster comparable to a nine-tailed fox!

Looking at Shukaku, whose massive body occupied half of the arena, the fear of the Nine-Tails' rampage from years past resurfaced in the hearts of all the Konoha ninja.

Chapter 46 The Konoha Crush Plan, Initiated!

It seems the plan needs to be moved up!

Kabuto Yakushi, who had been half-crouching behind the audience seats and disguised as an ANBU member, began to rapidly form hand seals.

Illusion Technique: Nirvana Abode Technique!

Large swaths of feathers fell from the sky, causing the commoners, nobles, and even most of the lower-ranking ninja present to experience blurred vision and overwhelming drowsiness. Some slumped in their seats, while others collapsed to the ground.

untie!

Kakashi, Might Guy, and other Jonin, along with some Chunin and Genin with strong mental abilities, immediately realized they were trapped in a genjutsu. They formed hand seals to break free of the control, causing the feathers in front of them to shatter instantly.

"Has the Sound Ninja already started their operation? It seems everything is ready outside."

Maki looked solemn as he raised his head to look up, where the Third Hokage and the Fourth Kazekage were seated.

"coming!"

Having received the signal from Kabuto Yakushi to make his move, Orochimaru instinctively looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi beside him.

boom!

The guard standing behind Orochimaru flicked his cloak, and a signal flare the size of a fist was instantly detonated. A thick cloud of smoke shot into the sky, making it impossible to see one's hand in front of one's face for dozens of feet around, and a column of fog rose straight up to the clouds.

Even from several miles away, it can still be seen clearly.

"It's a code!"

Outside Konoha Village, the Sand and Sound Ninja, who had been lying in ambush in various places, no longer concealed their presence. They leaped out of the forest and rushed towards the high walls of Konoha Village in groups.

On the open ground, the ninjas who had set up the summoning array for their summoned beasts raised the scrolls in their hands. The runes that had already been engraved on the ground rose up with light as chakra was injected, and a murderous aura filled the surroundings.

Operation begins!

The Konoha Crush Plan is launched!

"Your Highness Fengying, what are you doing?"

Amidst the billowing smoke, Hiruzen Sarutobi remained calm and composed, looking at Orochimaru beside him and speaking.

The next moment, several kunai shot out, instantly piercing through the Shadow Guard member behind Hiruzen Sarutobi and pinning him firmly to the wall behind him.

This……

Hiruzen Sarutobi was clearly caught off guard by the sudden attack from the Kazekage and his group, and could only watch helplessly as everything unfolded.

The next instant, amidst the sound of wind breaking, Orochimaru grabbed Hiruzen Sarutobi's neck with one hand, while holding a kunai in the other, its gleaming tip aimed at his throat.

"Wind Shadow..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi wanted to say something more, but Orochimaru didn't hesitate at all, because he had already sensed that a team of elite ANBU was rushing straight towards this place.

Orochimaru, who was holding Hiruzen Sarutobi hostage, soared into the sky and leaped onto the roof. Meanwhile, the four Sound Ninja also broke free of their transformation jutsu and appeared at the four corners of the roof.

"Immediately assist the Hokage!"

Under the command of an undercover officer wearing a white mask, the elite undercover squad reacted swiftly and pounced immediately.

"Let's do it!"

At Orochimaru's command, the Sound Four knelt on one knee and began forming hand seals.

"Ninja Technique·Four Purple Flame Formation!"

A deep purple rectangular barrier completely enveloped the roof, isolating it from the outside world.

One of the ANBU members, who had leaped high into the air, was unable to dodge in time and crashed straight into the barrier. His entire body was immediately engulfed in flames, and he tumbled off the roof with a scream.

"A barrier ninjutsu?"

The remaining members of the secret service crouched in front, their voices filled with caution.

The sudden change on the rooftop immediately caught Kakashi and Guy's attention. Just as they were about to act, figures leaped out from the audience and stood beside Kabuto, blocking their way.

"I never expected that the Sand Ninja would betray Konoha."

Hiruzen Sarutobi tilted his head slightly, seemingly only now realizing what was happening.

"The so-called treaty is nothing more than a loophole to lull the opponent into complacency. The boring game is over; from this moment on, history will change!"

Orochimaru's tone was somewhat smug, clearly basking in the pleasure of his impending success.

"Your Highness, we should avoid using force and seek to resolve the issue through negotiation. It's not too late to stop it now."

Hiruzen Sarutobi attempted to use his persuasive skills to avert an impending war.

"Hehe, haha..."

Orochimaru suddenly started laughing, and the sound grew louder and louder.

"Getting old makes you blinded by peace, Sarutobi-sensei!"

When Orochimaru uttered those last four words, his tone changed, and he was no longer pretending to be Rasa.

"asshole!"

Only then did Hiruzen Sarutobi belatedly realize that the Kazekage behind him was actually Orochimaru in disguise.

A glistening bead of sweat slid down his forehead and disappeared into the short white stubble under his chin.

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boom!

At the same time, plumes of smoke shot into the sky from the woods outside Konoha Village, accompanied by continuous tremors.

"The psychic ritual was a success!"

The Sand Village ninja watched with smiles as the enormous figure in the white mist charged towards Konoha.

Three giant snakes, standing upright and taller than the walls of Konoha, smashed through the wall with their massive bodies, creating a huge breach, and charged into Konoha with a loud hiss.

One after another, kunai covered with explosive tags bombarded the serpent's body, but apart from the rising smoke, they couldn't even scratch its skin.

"Go find reinforcements!"

Upon seeing their companion being devoured by the summoning serpent, the Chunin stationed on the city wall immediately shouted.

However, in the next moment, several kunai shot out and instantly killed the remaining two Konoha ninjas.

Eight Sand Ninja had somehow already taken up positions on the city wall.

One after another, figures surged into Konoha Village, carrying out their battle plan. Even when a few Konoha ninjas tried to stop them, they were quickly overwhelmed by the sheer number of enemies.

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"Although the process has changed, the operational plan can still be carried out..."

Maki leaped down from the audience seats, but dared not get too close to Shukaku, who was now in its complete form, and simply stood more than ten feet away.

"Gaara, cast that technique immediately!"

The massive Shukaku body twisted slightly as it looked at Maki, but made no move.

"No, Gaara is seriously injured. If we use that technique now, it might..."

In a flash, Temari and Kankuro appeared beside Maki, attempting to stop him.

Given Gaara's current state, if he were to use the Sleep Technique, Shukaku would fully awaken and go berserk. Gaara's personality might gradually be consumed by Shukaku, causing him to lose himself.

"I'll kill you, Hinata Sawatatsu!"

Quicksand gathered on Shukaku's back, and Gaara's figure slowly rose from the center, his head bowed, his arms hanging at his sides, and his injuries completely healed.

"Hyuga Zetsu, thank you for letting me enjoy this battle. Now, I will let you truly witness the true power of Shukaku, the One-Tailed Beast."

Gaara raised his head, his eyes already swallowed by white.

"Gaara, the Chunin Exams are over. Your mission now is to completely destroy Konoha!"