Naruto: I get stronger by drawing lots

Upon hearing this, Obito and Rin breathed a sigh of relief, while Jiraiya turned away with a sigh and walked off.

Kakashi's situation was quickly learned, and Tsunade informed everyone as soon as she came out.

Everything seemed alright; Kakashi's condition wasn't too serious, and things didn't appear too bad. But everyone knew that the real storm was yet to come.

This was just foreplay—

Chapter 243: The Squad

"So, what's your thought?"

In Iwagakure, Onoki looked at the person in front of him. This person was completely white, without even a piece of clothing, and apart from his physical characteristics, he looked exactly like a human.

This is the thing that stood in front of me, emitting the voice of the Third Mizukage who had been starving.

Onoki, short in stature, sat on a high chair, his bright eyes fixed on the thing in front of him. He didn't know that this thing had a name: White Zetsu.

What is your purpose?

Onoki asked a question, being very cautious; he wasn't the type to obediently agree to something just because someone said it.

There are benefits everywhere, and even without Kirigakure, they can still strive for them themselves. Besides, Kirigakure has a precedent, and Kumogakure is currently heavily injured, with the Third Raikage gone. Kumogakure is now an easy target, and if Iwagakure attacks now, Kumogakure will undoubtedly be able to take it down.

The problem lies in the safety of Iwagakure itself. Although Kumogakure is currently severely injured, it still needs Onoki to appear, which puts Iwagakure in danger. War is never something that happens in an instant.

"I need Kushina Uzumaki, and of course, if possible, Tsukihime Himegami as well."

The Third Mizukage spoke without the slightest hesitation.

Onoki also fell into deep thought; at least this moment could put him at ease.

He would never believe that the Third Mizukage had no ulterior motives; there's no such thing as a free lunch.

Onoki looked at White Zetsu and said something.

"It's a pleasure working with you. I hope you'll keep your promise."

Onoki had no reason to refuse; this collaboration offered them almost all the benefits.

"It's been a pleasure working together. Let's meet at the agreed place. As a sign of respect, I'll personally take care of things then."

"Then thank you, Third Mizukage."

After Onoki finished speaking, White Zetsu also began to retreat. This was the Tsuchikage's office, on the second floor, and he couldn't sink down directly yet.

"Kushina Uzumaki and Tsukihime Himegami, the Jinchūriki of the Nine-Tails and the One Who Does Not Kill."

"What exactly is that kid planning?"

Onoki didn't believe that the Third Mizukage chose to cooperate with them to attack Konoha simply because of the two of them; there was definitely something on his mind that Onoki didn't know.

Onoki shook his head and gave a wry smile: "Forget it, let those things be."

It's better to be more careful; making wild guesses now is not a good idea.

Meanwhile, the Third Mizukage also opened his eyes.

He smiled and looked up at the sky, where heavy, dark clouds hung in the air, and it was raining in the misty place.

"The vessel chosen by the divine tree?"

"Let me see what it is."

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I'll kill you all sooner or later.

Onoshi and Sand Clock walked together. Sand Clock was now able to walk a little, while Onoshi walked beside him, with Yufeng on his back, still bound. Now it was Onoshi who was shouting from his back.

"Although we verbally agreed to cooperate, we can't let you go now. This isn't the first or second time you've gone back on your word. To be honest, I don't agree with the cooperation at all, but since Senior Ono has agreed."

"Are you scared?" Yu Feng

"What did you say! Believe me or not, I'll teach you how to behave right now." —Sand Clock

"Come on, you piece of trash." —Yu Feng

"Enough, Yufeng, don't forget what state you're in right now." (Small Stone)

"Consider yourself lucky." Yu Feng

"What did you say?" Sand Clock

Sand Clock was furious; the kidnapped guy was even more arrogant than him.

"You guys better watch out for that guy, Kizuki."

As they walked, Yu Feng suddenly said something out of the blue, causing both Onoshi and Sand Clock to stop in their tracks.

"Why are you suddenly saying this?"

Onoshi spoke first, and Sandi stopped talking.

Yu Feng looked completely relaxed on his back. At this moment, he couldn't even move and was completely trapped by Xiao Yeshi.

"That guy is different from me."

"By the way, you might all think that he and I are in cahoots. I'm sorry to disappoint you, but I won't listen to anyone. It's just that we have the same goal. I need him, and he needs me. It's just a matter of each getting what they want."

Yu Feng's words were truly astonishing.

If they are not in cahoots, then the situation changes considerably.

With Yu Feng and Mu Yue separated, each representing a different faction and a different objective, the more people involved, the more unpredictable the situation becomes. This is undeniable.

"You're only telling us this now?"

Sand Clock interjected, with a hint of emotion in its tone.

"That's your problem. People can't just have muscles; they also need to use their brains."

"You—it's surprising that you would say something like that."

Sand Clock was truly surprised that Wind had such awareness. Onoshi's expression also changed slightly.

Yu Feng didn't care about that.

"I'm only speaking for myself. Don't expect that Kizuki guy to be like me."

"That guy has a big plan."

Yu Feng's expression became much more serious, and his eyes carried a hint of ferocity.

Sand Clock and Onoshi were stunned for a moment.

"Let him be. We'll deal with whatever comes our way."

After Onoshi finished speaking, Yufeng also found that he was able to move again.

"Oh—you're not restricting my movements anymore?"

Sand Clock also watched Onoshi from the side, remaining vigilant himself.

"no need."

Onoshi remained calm, but Yufeng laughed.

"A wise choice."

"At least this time, I'm on the same side as you."

"I hope you'll keep your word."

After saying that, Onoshi started walking.

"Ono-senpai."

Sand Clock followed, while Wind Chaser strolled leisurely behind.

"Needle, we need combat power."

Sand Clock also paused for a moment, took one last look at Yu Feng who was smiling, and scoffed, accepting the result.

Yu Feng seemed quite pleased with himself.

"A member of the Otsutsuki main family?"

"interesting."

Yufeng spoke from behind without any hesitation, while Onoshi and Sunashi listened from the front.

"It came at just the right time."

The wind-riding momentum suddenly rose and then suddenly disappeared.

Under the blue sky, the three-person team was thus formed—

Chapter 244: Infiltration

"here it is?"

"Are you awake, Kakashi?"

Kakashi was still dizzy, staring blankly at the ceiling. Unfortunately, this was just a camp, and there was no traditional ceiling; it was just a piece of paper.

"Minato-sensei".

Kakashi tried to move, but a sharp pain immediately stopped him.

"Your body has just recovered, so don't rush, just rest first."

Minato himself was also covered in wounds, and bandages were still wrapped around his body, but the bandages on his head had been mostly removed.

"Ah."

Kakashi seemed very well-behaved, which was for the best. Since he was already like this, he shouldn't cause any trouble for others.

"Um, Minato-sensei, how long was I unconscious? Are Obito and the others alright? And that Jonin from Iwagakure?"

Kakashi kept talking, his tone relatively even, but every word that came out of his mouth expressed his master's worries.

Minato smiled slightly, and a single sentence calmed Kakashi down.

"Do not worry."

Kakashi stopped talking and gave a soft "hmm".

"You've done a great job. You're already an excellent ninja who can support Konoha."