The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

"Moreover, whether this is true or not, it won't take a day to get confirmation. A large-scale ninja movement cannot be concealed. The Iwa ninja force was already officially deployed the moment this Tsuchikage sent out the message. Judging by the time, they should be arriving in our northern region soon. Our border scouts should also have relevant information sent back before tonight."

In this announcement.

Onoki didn't hide much; it was an open affair. With over five thousand Iwa ninja and Huang Tu personally leading the team, such a force could not possibly be concealed.

This is not a short-range surprise attack.

The reason why Menma and others were able to successfully conceal their attack on Kumogakure was because the distance was extremely short and Menma, a sensory ninja with an almost superhuman ability, was also present. Now, the main force of Iwa ninja is advancing.

Needless to say, it will definitely spread throughout the entire ninja world in less than half a day.

In this respect.

Menma wasn't worried at all about Onoki using tricks.

Moreover, this was also Menma's initial prediction. If he could win here, Onoki would most likely make this choice.

This is a basic interest judgment based on human nature.

"In that case, we don't need to worry about the Cloud Ninja at all. The only problem left is Konoha."

Sitting in the main seat, Shibuki also looked excited. Winning a battle did not mean that Kumogakure would collapse. As the ninja village with military strength second only to Konoha, Kumogakure had a standing ninja force of 16,000 to 17,000. The deaths, injuries, and captures of more than 2,000 ninjas would not truly shake the core of Kumogakure.

The only real problems are the loss of the Two-Tails Jinchuriki and the Fourth Raikage's serious injury.

However, Kumogakure has been established for so many years that its internal system is already very well-developed. If it were to target Takigakure, they could continue to draw troops and send the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki to cooperate with Konohagakure's attack.

The pressure can be just as much as it should be.

Now, Iwagakure is willing to take action to exert strong pressure.

This part of the problem is something you don't need to worry about at all.

"Yes, our next defensive line should focus on the southeastern area. However, it's not just about Konoha. According to the information I received, Kirigakure also sent troops at the beginning, but after we defeated the Cloud Ninja forces, especially after the news of the Fourth Raikage being seriously injured spread, the Kirigakure forces stopped advancing. Currently, Kirigakure's attitude is still rather ambiguous. We need to make more preparations and not just focus on defending against Konoha."

Mianma coughed lightly, then said with a slightly serious expression.

"The Mist Ninja?"

Mianma's words startled Shemu, Ajun, and the others.

Sitting below Menma, Yu Gao, who was still recovering from his previous injuries and whose face was slightly pale, also straightened up.

"Ah, this is the development we foresaw. It makes sense, but we don't need to worry. Putting aside the fact that Kirigakure is already affected by the news of Kumogakure's defeat, don't forget, Shibuki-san and A-jun-san, as I mentioned before, Kirigakure experienced an internal strife a few years ago and hasn't fully recovered. Furthermore, they haven't even chosen a new Mizukage yet. Kirigakure doesn't have much ability to interfere in external affairs. We don't need to be too concerned. I'm just saying. Being on the most basic level of vigilance is enough."

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 304 A Tumultuous Situation

Seeing Shibuki, A-Jun, and Fushimi, Tarashi, and others in the back, I felt a little nervous again.

Mianma also quickly waved his hand and said.

He didn't want to have worked so hard to boost these people's confidence only to crush it again. However, it was clear that Menma was overthinking it. Shiki, Ajun, and the others truly trusted Menma now. Outsiders might not know, but they all vividly remembered Menma's performance in the great battle a couple of days ago.

He single-handedly defeated the Fourth Raikage head-on!

That's the Raikage, known as the fastest and strongest ninja in the world.

Later, capturing the Two-Tails Jinchuriki was effortless; regardless of whether the person was seriously injured, their status and strength speak for themselves.

The reason they subconsciously tensed up was...

It's simply due to ingrained habits of thought from the past.

The five great ninja villages are stronger than anything else.

This reputation, forged over decades and through three major ninja wars, would be strange if there were no reaction.

Then, Mianma's next sentence fell.

Everyone relaxed as a result.

There's some sesame paste in it.

What's there to be afraid of?

Unbeknownst to them, this awareness had gradually seeped into the hearts of Shibuki, A-Jun, and many other Taki ninja.

This is the subtle change brought about by action and expression.

"Well, what do we need to do next? Just wait for Konoha's reaction?"

Shibuki nodded slightly, then looked at Menma with a questioning expression and asked.

"That's right, we just need to wait. Time is on our side. The later Konoha acts, the more time we can prepare. We can also take a look at the battle between Iwa and Kumo. If the battle goes smoothly, the pressure on Konoha will become even greater!"

Mianma smiled gently and said.

Since Iwagakure is now openly on Menma's side, if they manage to defeat Kumogakure and deploy troops in the northern region, who will be under the most pressure?

That must be Konoha.

Therefore, they don't need to do anything at all; they just need to keep an eye on Konoha and react accordingly.

The only thing Menma needs to consider is Hozuki Castle. Onoki has already sent someone to clearly explain to Menma that the area will be handed over to Iwagakure ninja. This is something Menma could have foreseen, because the geographical location there is really too special.

The areas they connect to are almost all places that seem unimportant in normal times, but once war breaks out, they will become hotly contested points. This is not from the perspective of the entire ninja world, but from the perspective of Iwagakure and Kumogakure.

It's understandable that Onoki wouldn't feel at ease knowing that such a place was in Menma's hands, especially since it was a powerful ninja village that had risen to prominence.

Mianma was also mentally prepared.

If you want to gain something, you must pay a certain price.

This is an eternal truth.

"Okay, then let's do everything according to Menma-kun's wishes. Jun-san, Fushimi, and Tarashi, do you all understand?"

Sitting in the main seat, Shemu nodded emphatically, then turned his gaze to Ajun and the others sitting to the side, his words clearly carrying a double meaning.

"Yes, Lord Shibuki."

A-Jun, Fushimi, and Taran all nodded slightly the moment their eyes met their leader's, responding in kind.

The person sitting opposite, Mianma, also paused slightly, wanting to say something, but ultimately swallowed it back.

Words that do not need to be stated directly.

But things have come to this point.

What's going to happen?

In fact, everyone already knew what was going on.

The same applies to A-Jun. It wasn't that Menma was forcing anything, but rather that Elder Mizuno had already given instructions, and Shibuki himself was completely willing, so everything seemed so natural.

It is foreseeable.

When all of this comes to a temporary close.

Menma's identity is very likely to undergo a brand new change.

This is for noodle-making purposes.

This would naturally be a very good change.

For Takigakure Village

I also believe it will be a more correct choice.

Amidst the storm, wave after wave of turmoil continued to brew. After Iwagakure officially dispatched its troops, the ninja world trembled as if struck by a powerful earthquake.

Although the alliance was not directly announced (Onoki wouldn't have done that; keeping something in reserve is the norm),

However, the main force of the Iwa ninja was clearly advancing towards the eastern region.

That already speaks volumes.

Along the way, they crushed everything in their path with brutal force, eliminating all the strongholds established by the Cloud Ninja in the Land of Frost and the Land of Fields. Their exaggerated method of annexation shocked the surrounding countries.

When Tsuchida, who was temporarily in charge of the Hidden Cloud Village after the Fourth Raikage was seriously injured and unconscious, received the news, his face turned extremely ferocious and cold.

"Iwagakure!! That damned Onoki!!"

Taking advantage of someone's misfortune.

This is the only word that can be thought of at this moment.

It must be said that the Iwa ninja's attack truly struck at the heart of Kumogakure. A full 5,000 Iwa ninja troops, personally led by Huang Tu, who had a considerable reputation during the Third Shinobi World War. In the past, Kumogakure would have at least had Darui personally leading such a force, along with a corresponding number of Kumogakure troops. But now?

With their own Raikage severely injured, Darui had already been killed.

The Two-Tails Jinchuriki was also captured.

In the vast Hidden Cloud Village, the only person capable of a one-on-one fight against Huang Tu was Killer Bee, the sworn brother of the Fourth Raikage and the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki of his own village, who had previously trained almost entirely in the Cloud Thunder Gorge.

His move was indeed capable of easily countering or even overpowering Huang Tu.

However, as the only high-end combat force in the village at present, he cannot be easily sent into battle. Moreover, Killer Bee is not the kind of person who is suitable to command a large army. He is born to be a 'rapper', isn't he?

If Kirabi is to go into battle, at least one person who can command a large army will be needed, but in the village right now...

It is possible to have prestige and the ability to do this.

Only the earthen platform remains.

The remaining Samui, hope, Mabuyi, and others are not very good.

However, ignoring it would be tantamount to handing over all the front-line areas. Not to mention that this would greatly damage the interests of Kumogakure and threaten its security, it would be difficult to get approval from the daimyo of their own country.

Since the founding of Hidden Cloud Village.

There has never been a precedent of a country truly suffering a defeat and inflicting heavy losses on the Land of Lightning.

The Cloud Ninja are people who would rather die than choose to kneel and surrender.

"immediately...."

Tu Tai took a deep breath, forcibly calming his emotions, and was about to issue the order.

"Peng!"

Outside the office, the door was suddenly pushed open.

"Lord Tsuchidae, Lord Raikage has awakened!!!"