I Am the Fourth Hokage, and Also the Master of Ninshu!

"The strongest Lightning Armor of Kumogakure truly lives up to its reputation."

Hiruzen Sarutobi let out a relieved breath and smiled.

"The Hokage's title of Professor of Ninjutsu is equally well deserved."

The Third Raikage replied calmly, glancing at the other Kage on the hillside from the corner of his eye.

After exchanging a few commercial compliments, Hiruzen Sarutobi prepared to return to the hillside and rest.

That battle had consumed a considerable amount of his Chakra and stamina. To face the coming siege after the tournament, he needed to recover properly.

Just as Hiruzen Sarutobi turned around, the Third Raikage suddenly sprang into action.

Crackle!

Crack! Snap!!

The Third Raikage unleashed his Chakra and entered Lightning Release Chakra Mode, turning into a streak of blue light as he charged at Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"Lightning Oppression Horizontal!"

The Third Raikage concentrated a massive amount of Lightning Release Chakra into his right hand and fiercely swung a hand blade wrapped in dazzling lightning.

"Lord Third Hokage, watch out!"

The sharp-eyed Minato immediately shouted when he saw this, while simultaneously flinging a Flying Thunder God Kunai toward the battle area.

He did not understand why the Third Raikage was attacking Hiruzen Sarutobi, but since the other side had made a move, protecting Hiruzen Sarutobi was the most urgent matter.

"Hmm?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned deeply and hurriedly activated his Chakra, crossing his arms before him in a defensive stance.

But how could Hiruzen Sarutobi's hasty defense possibly withstand the Third Raikage's terrifying power?

Bang!

With a deafening blast, Hiruzen Sarutobi flew away like a cannonball, crashing through ten trees before finally coming to a stop.

This sudden upheaval stunned the Konoha ninja present.

Wasn't it supposed to be the Five Great Ninja Villages joining forces to attack Ninshu? Why had the Third Raikage suddenly