Will of Fire

Just look at the results of their opponents: Utatane Koharu, Mitokado Homura, Kakashi Hatake, and others, and you'll know how strong they are.

Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu both suffered broken left arm bones, three broken ribs, and severe Chakra depletion!

Kakashi Hatake was stabbed six times, three of which were fatal and three were close to vital points. He also suffered severe Chakra depletion!

In terms of high-level combat capabilities, they are completely at a disadvantage.

As a result, the entire Konoha was gradually shrouded in gloom and despair.

"Hahaha, what's wrong? Is this all the strength the mighty Hidden Konoha has? How pathetic!"

Xiu Yi stood on the platform, looking at the Konoha huddled in a fortress, feeling extremely smug.

"I advise you not to continue resisting; you have no chance of winning!"

"Surrendering now will spare you from this torment of despair!"

"Continue to hold out, and you will gain nothing but death and despair! Surrender to me, and you will rise to prominence, with a bright future just around the corner!"

"You can't possibly lack the judgment to make a choice, can you?!"

Hearing Xiu Yi said.

Even though they knew they couldn't surrender, some ninjas couldn't help but wonder: what would life be like if they surrendered?

Maybe it will be as Xiu Yi said!

But they still chose to uphold the name of Konoha Ninja.

Surrender?

How will their millions of compatriots see them? How will the people behind them see them? How can they face their elders, wives, children, and parents when they return home?

Born a Konoha person, die a Konoha soul!

"Give up! Even if we die, we will die in the name of Konoha Ninja!"

"You insignificant nobody are no match for Konoha!"

"Even if only one person remains in Konoha, we will fight to the very end. You may annihilate my people, but you cannot extinguish our Will of Fire!!"

"A single spark can start a prairie fire; the Will of Fire will ultimately burn away all evil and bring peace and tranquility!"

"Don't underestimate the Konoha Ninja. We won't give up so easily!"

Feeling hopeless is just a feeling; the moment of true despair has not yet arrived!

The Konoha ninjas remained steadfast and unwavering in their support for Konoha.

Utatane Koharu and the others saw this scene, they were moved and burst into laughter.

With such a large army, how can we not be victorious!

They were initially worried that declining morale would worsen the situation.

But now, they're not worried anymore!

A surge of lofty ambition welled up in each of their hearts.

Let's give it our all!

Everyone dies eventually, so why not die in a meaningful way?

With such a generous army, Konoha might not be without a chance to turn the tide!

"Fine, fine, since you're determined to die, I'll grant your wish!"

"Impure World Reincarnation Army, charge!"

Xiu Yi the Konoha army's reply, Xiu was furious!

Alright, since these people are so stubborn, then he'll show the Konoha what the difference in strength really means!

He wanted to let these people experience what utter despair truly meant!

"Boom!"

"Bang!"

"Thump!"

A new offensive has begun!

With Tobirama Senju, Minato Namikaze, and other powerful figures leading the charge, they quickly stormed into the fortress.

The Third Hokage, Jiraiya, and the others could only muster their strength and endure their aching bodies to continue the battle.

"Looks like we're going to die here this time!"

"That's fine too. Let this old man be the nourishment for these new sprouts, so that they can grow strong and healthy!"

The Third Hokage made this firm decision in his heart.

Even though he has retired, he still has his own responsibilities and duties as Hokage!

To shelter future generations from wind and rain, and to guide them on their path—this is the responsibility of predecessors like him.

"Old man, don't do anything reckless!"

Jiraiya keenly sensed the Third Hokage's change in mindset and couldn't help but speak up to remind him.

"Don't worry, Jiraiya, I wouldn't stray from the right path!"

The Third Hokage chuckled, but his words were not what he truly meant!

"Bass!"

The Third Hokage's first enemy was his mentor, the Second Hokage!

"Bass!"

"Bang!"

"Boom!"

The two engaged in a fierce, high-speed Taijutsu combat, which was impossible for an ordinary person to intervene in!

"Minato, I won't let you do anything reckless!"

Jiraiya's long hair flew wildly, transforming into a barrier to block Minato Namikaze, who was attacking the ninja behind him. Then, he immediately wrapped his hair around Minato Namikaze while continuously forming hand seals. "Earth Release: Yomi Swamp!"

As soon as Minato Namikaze landed, a pool of mud appeared beneath his feet, swallowing his calves.

"Call out!"

But Minato Namikaze was indeed formidable; he swiftly grabbed his Flying Thunder God style Kunai and launched it.

Then, he activated the Flying Thunder God Technique and disappeared from the spot.

"Call out!"

When he reappeared, he was already in the distance where the Flying Thunder God style Kunai had appeared, holding the Kunai, about to charge again.

"Ninja Art: Lion Combo Technique!!"

Jiraiya's long hair once again lashed out at Minato Namikaze. As Minato Namikaze nimbly dodged and charged at Jiraiya again, Jiraiya retreated, unleashing the "Ninja Art: Needle Jizo!"

His long hair transformed into a defense, enveloping Jiraiya like a piece of fur armor.

"Rasengan!"

Minato Namikaze unleashed a basketball-sized Rasengan at Jiraiya's defense, but it had no effect whatsoever.

He immediately tried to retreat, but Jiraiya wouldn't let him succeed, "Lion Combo Technique!"

Minato Namikaze's Flying Thunder God is too overpowered. Neither his unique Toad Mouth Bind Technique nor the Toad Gourd Prison, two very practical binding techniques, can have much effect on him!

He also had to worry about having the Minato Namikaze Flying Thunder God Mark!

Therefore, his only way to deal with Minato Namikaze was through ranged attacks.

After binding, then engage in close combat!

And now, the time has come!

Minato Namikaze was entangled in his hair, Jiraiya quickly formed hand seals. "Ninja Art: Four Limbs Heavy Seal!"

"Seal!"

He needs to temporarily seal Minato Namikaze's abilities so that he can be dealt with more easily!

Minato Namikaze's speed alone was enough to dominate the Shinobi World.

However, just as Jiraiya was about to succeed, the Third Hokage's alarmed cry came from behind, "Watch out!"

Jiraiya was startled upon hearing this.

Then, the scenery before his eyes flashed by, Minato Namikaze disappeared, replaced by the Second Hokage's cold face and his extremely cold sharpness.

"Pfft!"

Jiraiya didn't have time to react.

He instinctively used his hand to protect his body, and felt a sharp pain. Then, he was kicked away by the Second Hokage.

"Water Release: Water Severing Wave!"

The Second Hokage quickly formed hand seals and unleashed a stream of water with the power to cut through anything. Jiraiya barely managed to activate Needle Jizo to protect himself.