The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

However, Mei Terumi, who possesses two bloodline limits, is definitely among the top-ranked Kage-level fighters.

This time, the forces from the three major ninja villages surrounded them.

It really does give people a feeling of suffocation.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 313 The Changing Situation

It's important to understand that the combined forces mobilized by the three great ninja villages now amount to a full ten thousand ninjas. This is already the maximum number of troops that the five great ninja villages would normally mobilize during past ninja wars, usually to target each other. Now they're mobilizing for just one village, Takigakure or Kusagakure. At first glance, it seems like overkill.

But ever since that great battle in which the Cloud Ninja suffered a crushing defeat.

Such troop strength is so normal it couldn't be more so.

All eyes in the ninja world were now focused on Takigakure, while the battle between Iwagakure and Kumogakure in the north was temporarily forgotten, as it was not a clash of extremes.

We've now entered a heated stalemate.

If we're going to see what happens, we'll have to watch Konoha's attack on Takigakure this time. All the nations of the ninja world have a feeling that this battle will truly set the tone for the future of the ninja world. If Uzumaki Menma can still lead Takigakure to withstand the strong attack led by Konoha...

Then the alliance between Takigakure and Kusagakure could truly become a new and powerful force in the ninja world, surpassing Sunagakure and Kirigakure, and becoming a force to be reckoned with, comparable to Konoha, Kumogakure, and Iwagakure!

The entire alliance of Takigakure and Kusagakure villages was on high alert, but compared to before, their current mindset was only heavy, without much fear, because the Kusagakure ninjas might not have felt the impact of the battle with Kumogakure.

But the Takigakure ninjas have genuinely built up a certain level of confidence.

They all firmly believed that Mianma would once again lead them to victory in the war; the only difference was that the process might be more arduous and tortuous.

At least until they witness Menma's defeat, the spirit of the Takigakure ninja will not be broken.

Taki Shinobu is like that.

The same applies to the high-ranking officials of Takigakure, such as Shibuki, Agun, Taran, and Fushimi.

Based on this, Menma relayed the information he received to the high-ranking officials of Takigakure Village in advance, and once again convened a meeting.

In that government hall.

Although Shemu, Ajun, and the others looked very serious, the atmosphere around them was not as heavy as before, and there was no longer that feeling of fear and unease.

No reason.

It was simply because the not-so-imposing figure of the man sitting in the main seat gave them confidence and a sense of security.

And it all started with today's meeting.

At Shibuki's insistence, and with the tacit approval of Takigakure's higher-ups such as Jun and Taran, Menma sat in the seat that Shibuki had previously occupied.

Viewing from the center.

To look down from a high position.

This is the leader's position.

Menma initially declined, but upon seeing Shibuki's unwavering resolve, she remained silent for a second or two before slowly nodding in agreement.

One instance of declining can be considered an act of humility.

But to refuse repeatedly, especially when the other party is adamant, is just being pretentious and affected.

That's the trend anyway.

Menma had similar plans from the beginning, so there was no need to pretend. Menma sat down in the main seat without any hesitation.

Shibuki calmly sat down in the first seat on the left.

When Fu finally arrived, she was stunned for a moment when she saw Menma in the main seat and her brother Shibuki in the left seat. However, it only lasted for a few seconds.

Fu then came to her senses.

This was a scenario she had mentally prepared for beforehand.

Even when his grandfather, Satoru, passed away, he could foresee this outcome: Menma's arrival would either lead Takigakure to glory or cause its destruction.

It is absolutely impossible for them to continue existing in the same mediocre way as before.

The current situation in Takigakure seems to be developing in the direction of the first possibility, so it is only natural that Menma would sit in that position.

Fu naturally wouldn't say much about such a development.

At most, I just felt the process was a bit too fast.

Even the deceased Mizuno Satoru probably couldn't have predicted that this scene would come so quickly. It can only be said that everything depends on the contrast and help of his peers.

War is always a double-edged sword.

It was also the most direct means for ninjas to increase their prestige.

"I've gathered you all here today, and you should all know what this is about. Here is the specific information, including not only the movements of Konoha and Kirigakure, but also those of Sunagakure. Please take a look."

Menma took out a scroll from his own body, waved it slightly to indicate his presence, and then tossed it to Shibuki, who was sitting in the nearest seat.

This is a compilation of intelligence information.

It wasn't just information from Orochimaru, but also corroborating evidence gathered by the intelligence system Menma had built up over this period.

The rest is the intelligence gathered by the frontline scouts in Takigakure.

With each side corroborating the information, we can basically determine the general movements of the three major ninja villages. It should be noted that none of the ninja villages are deploying small forces. So far, the Sand Village seems to be the least active, but it has amassed more than two thousand Sand ninjas in the southwestern border area of ​​the Grass Village. Such a large-scale deployment could not possibly be carried out quietly.

Shibuki and the others were also quickly passing around this intelligence scroll.

Menma unconsciously tapped the table in front of him with his right index finger, the situation was different from what he had predicted.

The plan inevitably had to undergo significant changes.

In particular, Konoha was clearly determined to come this time.

To perfectly resolve this invasion, Menma naturally needs to consider all aspects. As for the information Orochimaru passed on, there was another piece of information attached: the arrival of his own foolish younger brother.

The freckles didn't really bother him.

They had no feelings for each other, and the so-called 'bond' was completely severed by themselves at the Valley of the End.

He is not Sasuke.

It's impossible for him to be persuaded by Naruto.

The path he is determined to take is one he is committed to.

They are completely opposite to Naruto.

Of course, Menma would never kill his younger brother. This was his final way of repaying his parents for giving him life in this life. Menma had already figured out how to deal with Naruto.

Didn't he shout that he would break his own hands and feet to take me back to Konoha?

If that stupid younger brother tries to stop me again...

Then he would actually break Naruto's hands and feet, and imprison him permanently until he himself succeeds or fails and disappears, only then will his foolish younger brother regain his freedom.

This was his final act of mercy.

As for the others?

That falls outside of Menma's 'mercy'; anyone who blocks his path deserves to die!

'Naruto, this is the destiny we brothers must face. You can't stop me unless you kill me.'

Mianma took a deep breath, a sharp glint appearing in his eyes.

Not long after.

The group of people below had already finished reading the information recorded in the scroll.

Compared to previous attendees.

There was one more person among the attendees this time.

With his slightly pale skin, upright posture, and striking black ponytail, he is none other than the Immaculate One who is determined to be forever loyal to Menma and can currently be regarded as the incarnation of the Box of Elysium.

This time, Menma specifically called Wugou over.

Through this period of adaptation and suppression.

There were also two adjustments to the dough.

Wugou has gradually adapted to the influence of the Box of Bliss. He can be called the host of the Box of Bliss for now. Wugou can summon the Box of Bliss anytime and anywhere, and he is even transforming into Wugou to fight.

Of course, there are time limits.

The consumption of chakra is an even more terrifying figure.

However, with Menma acting as an endless source of chakra, the second problem is not a major concern.

As for the time limit, that depends on Wugou's current willpower.

As long as one can withstand the erosion of the Box of Bliss and remain true to one's original intention, time can be extended as much as possible. If one cannot withstand it, then the state of enlightenment must be canceled.

Considering the strength of the enemy we will be facing this time.

Utakata was injured in the previous battle and has not yet fully recovered. Menma then called Mugou over. Mugou is also a Kage-level fighter, and one of the top-tier ones at that, although he has many limitations.

However, its destructive power on the battlefield is unparalleled.

Facing a formidable foe, Wugou is still far from being fully capable.

But against ordinary ninjas, it would be an absolute massacre.

Wu is an absolute high-defense, high-attack being, a major weapon in Menma's hands. When Wu can perfectly adapt to and use Wu's power, there will be very few people in the ninja world who are qualified to confront Wu head-on.

This thing is at least comparable to the peak Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, okay?

Moreover, in some respects, it surpasses even the Eight-Tails.

Let alone ordinary ninjas, even ordinary Kage-level ninjas are no match for Go.

When facing Shibuki and the others, Menma briefly introduced Mugou, since Mugou would eventually reveal himself when the battle started, and it was good to give Shibuki and the others some mental preparation beforehand.

This is why, even though Shiki and the others had some control over the situation, there was still a slight, unconscious glint in their eyes when they looked in the direction of Mugou.

As the embodiment of the Box of Bliss, and now essentially considered half of Enlightenment, Immaculate is naturally very sensitive to such emotional fluctuations, but he doesn't take it to heart and can face it calmly.

The person he served was only a man with a pockmarked face.

The only people she cared about were her father and her childhood sweetheart.