One Side

"Lord Dodai, what happened? Why are we suddenly changing routes and going around through the rear battlefield? Wasn't the rear line said to be in no urgent need? It's the front line that needs reinforcements, isn't it? Konoha has shown signs of launching a fierce assault over there."

In the dark forest, four figures leaped through the trees. At that moment, a young ninja wearing a Kumogakure forehead protector formed hand seals and could not help asking.

"This is a direct order from Lord Third Raikage at the rear. Why are you asking so many questions? Do you think Lord Raikage would transfer us away from the base for no reason?"

After the young ninja spoke, another young ninja beside him, who looked somewhat similar to him, spoke up. Clearly, he was rather dissatisfied with his questioning of the matter.

"Enough, you two. Listen to what Dodai has to say. This matter is so urgent that there are things you need to understand."

As soon as the two young ninjas finished speaking, a burly, elderly Kumogakure ninja behind the one in front spoke. His deep, slightly hoarse voice carried immense authority, instantly silencing the two young men.

"Senior Maki, don't scare the children."

Dodai, the ninja in front who appeared to be in his thirties, turned his head slightly, a steady smile on his lips.

"Hmph! Kids these days are more unruly than the last. They even dare question Lord Third Raikage's orders. Honestly, has the village's education become this poor?"

Hearing Dodai's words, the elder known as Senior Maki did not calm down. Instead, he seemed to grow even angrier as he grumbled.

His imposing words made the two young ninjas shrink their necks, not daring to even breathe loudly.

Dodai could only smile bitterly. In truth, Senior Maki