The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

But they also need to use their numbers and time to reduce the casualties of the Hidden Light Village. As long as they cripple the Hidden Light Village, what does it matter if Menma wins the victory?

Even if it means suffering 10,000 or 20,000 casualties.

As long as it results in the deaths of three or four thousand people from Hidden Light Village, crippling them or even causing them to suffer even greater casualties, the price they pay will be worthwhile.

This is something that none of the major ninja villages explicitly stated at the beginning, but everyone knew it in their hearts.

But now, everything is not as expected.

The three great ninja villages suffered a complete defeat and were nearly annihilated in less than a day.

Although the spies from Sunagakure did not obtain the most detailed information.

But if their scouts can receive the news, there's no reason why the three great ninja villages wouldn't send a message.

Not sending a message is the worst news.

"asshole!"

Maki bit his lower lip tightly, and with a look of anger, slammed his fist on the table in front of him.

With the main force of the allied army, numbering a full 30,000, defeated, Sunagakure was absolutely unable to hold out alone.

Once Uzumaki Menma leads the main force of Hidden Light Village.

No.

Even if they send one or two more Jinchuriki, or even just let that black monster that defeated the Four-Tails and Five-Tails, which was born from the Box of Paradise, participate in the battle, Sunagakure will either be wiped out or severely damaged.

It was the most tragic kind.

"Retreat, we must retreat immediately."

Maki took a deep breath, a resolute look flashing in his eyes. Continuing to drag this out would be harmful and not beneficial to Sunagakure.

We must leave this place as soon as possible before reinforcements from Hidden Light Village arrive. Although we cannot guarantee our future safety, we can at least get through this immediate crisis first.

Machi was never an indecisive person.

After making up his mind, Maki immediately relayed his orders to his subordinates. The Sand Ninja were too spread out and too scattered, which was to better avoid the threats from Suigetsu, Utakata, and others, and to further threaten and harass the heartland of the Land of Grass.

Maki originally planned to spend one or two months gradually reducing the space for the Light Ninja to maneuver.

As long as the number of casualties among the light ninja increases.

The threat posed by Shuiyue, Wuwei, and Yugao will also subside.

Further venturing deeper into the heart of the Land of Grass to threaten the western territory of Hidden Light Village might require three or four thousand casualties, or even more, but as long as this goal is achieved, it will all be worthwhile.

Unfortunately, the plan was forced to be halted after only two or three days.

It was because of this arrangement.

This allowed tens of thousands of Sand Ninja to be distributed throughout the entire Land of Grass.

The largest action force would not exceed three or four hundred people, and most of them were only a few dozen or a hundred people. At this moment, the Sand Ninja stationed in this large camp with Maki were the largest number of them.

It was only a mere thousand.

It would take at least half a day to fully relay Marki's orders.

"Lord Kazekage, why are we retreating?! Our tactics should be working! The Light Ninja on the other side are being completely led by the nose. If we retreat now, won't all our efforts be in vain?"

Marki's order had just been given.

On the campsite.

As one of the high-ranking members of Sunagakure and a Jonin in charge of the village's defenses, Yura arrived at Maki's tent immediately, asking with a puzzled look.

"Hey, see for yourself, Yura."

As someone who is from the same generation as me.

Now, Yura is his right-hand man and a Jonin from Sunagakure with considerable strength. Maki treats Yura with considerable politeness and respect.

"Ok?"

Yura was slightly taken aback when she saw the scroll that Maki handed her. She subconsciously took it and unfolded it. When she saw the first line of content, Yura's eyes narrowed, but she quickly scanned the rest of the scroll.

Yura's expression grew increasingly serious and shocked.

to the end.

Yura was completely silenced after being attacked.

A victory was decided in just one day?! And it was a resounding victory for Hidden Light Village?! Are you sure this isn't a joke?!

"Lord Kazekage, this? Me? Could it be..."

In an instant.

Yura didn't know what to say.

A total of over 30,000 ninja troops.

More than a decade ago, the Third Raikage died directly from the siege of 10,000 Iwa ninja. Even if Uzumaki Menma was stronger than the Third Raikage and did have that many tailed beasts, the number was more than 30,000, not 3,000, and certainly not 300!

Yura's feelings at this moment were beyond description.

How could such a terrible thing happen?!

"So, do you understand now, Yura? We have no choice but to retreat, otherwise, what awaits our Sand Village is an ultimate and terrifying hell."

Maki sighed softly.

Regardless of whether Uzumaki Menma has truly reached the level of Hashirama Senju or Madara Uchiha, since he could forcefully defeat the main forces of the three great ninja villages, he could easily deal with Sunagakure as well. There is no difference between them.

They were all beings I couldn't defeat.

Why bother caring how strong someone is?

At this moment, Yura truly understood Maki's helplessness.

This war was originally forced upon them. The pressure from public opinion in the village was immense from the start. Ordinary Sand Ninja couldn't see the so-called prospects or future risks; they only saw the immediate threats and benefits.

Throughout the entire process, Menma and his Hidden Light Village never once launched an invasion of the Hidden Sun Village, nor did they harm the interests of the Hidden Sun Village.

This is the second time that Sunagakure has launched an attack on Hidden Light Village.

This time, they've come out in full force; it would be a miracle if ordinary Sand Ninja could even comprehend it.

In other words, Maki still had a certain prestige in the village, and with the endorsement of Chiyo and Ebizo, he was able to barely organize a large force to launch an attack.

If everything goes smoothly, that's good.

But now?

It was a complete failure, starting strong but ending weak, and they also had to bear the risk of incurring the wrath of the Hidden Light Village. It was truly a case of trying to steal a chicken but losing the rice instead.

Even worse is that you could completely get yourself involved.

"Yes, I understand, Lord Kazekage. I will expedite the notification to all units to immediately withdraw back to the country."

Yura nodded emphatically.

"Yes, thank you for your hard work, Yura. Also, remember to keep in touch with Konoha. What happens next depends on Konoha's situation."

Maki nodded, and said with a solemn expression.

"Don't worry, I'll arrange it right away."

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 495 The Difficult Retreat of the Sand Ninja

The order was issued in haste.

The Sand Ninjas arrived at breakneck speed.

Almost before Wuwei, Suigetsu, Utakata, and others led the Light Ninja into battle at the fortress, the Sand Ninja retreated westward back to the Land of Wind according to their predetermined routes. Maki, as the Fifth Kazekage, personally led a force composed of elite ninjas such as Gaara and Yura to cover the rear. Since the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, this has become a recognized 'political correctness' that the Kage should abide by in all major countries.

Unless you didn't go to the front lines, or it was a normal retreat.

Otherwise.

In the event of a disadvantageous situation or even a complete rout, in order to ensure that more comrades can return to the village, the Kage must set an example by personally covering the rear and buying time for their comrades. If any Kage dares to retreat first, his prestige will be greatly impacted.

To put it bluntly, while the person can return safely, the shadow's position is almost certainly in danger.

A ninja village has no need for a Kage who can't even protect his comrades and then runs away first.

Machi was quite clear about this.

Gaara is currently the only Kage-level fighter in Sunagakure, and also a Jinchūriki with the ability to inflict massive damage.

They especially need to stay behind to cover the retreat.

Otherwise, it wouldn't be about stopping the opponent, but about handing them over to the enemy. Maki was well aware of his own strength; none of the Jinchuriki on the other side were people he could handle.

"Reporting to Lord Kazekage, the western flank troops have withdrawn."

"Lord Kazekage, the troops on the south flank are retreating in shifts."

"Lord Kazekage, we have discovered the movements of the Light Ninja."

"Lord Kazekage..."

After all, the Sand Ninjas were too scattered. Even if the order was passed down, it would be difficult to ensure that all the ninjas could retreat in unison. Therefore, Maki had to keep track of the Sand Ninjas' movements at all times and at least ensure that they retreated in unison. If any part was missed, they would likely be caught in the pursuit and encirclement of the Light Ninjas.

Achieving a safe retreat is virtually impossible.

However, as the Kazekage, Maki must minimize the losses. His position as Kazekage is the most unstable among all the Kazekage in history, whether in terms of strength, prestige, or other aspects.

Based on this...

Machi is more thorough in considering all aspects of things.

"Yes, I understand. Everything is proceeding according to plan, Yura."

Maki nodded, and after relaying some more orders, he turned to look at Yura with a questioning expression.

"The traps and blocking forces have already been arranged, which should at least hold them off for a while."

He nodded knowingly and said...

"The support troops must also act according to plan, taking turns to cover the retreat of their comrades on both flanks."