Jiraiya, You're Under Arrest!

Lightning flashed and thunder roared in the dark clouds. As if summoned by some force, the clouds were instantly filled with lightning. Under this massive natural disaster, the Konoha Ninja had rushed from afar stared blankly at the sky.

"This! What level of Ninjutsu is this?!"

"No! Impossible! How could anyone possess such power!"

Raindrops fell from the dark clouds, and at the same time, lightning filled the entire sky, illuminating the gloomy world.

Jiraiya stared gravely at the dense lightning bolts in the dark clouds above. "Fire Style! It was the Fire Style from earlier. This brat should be most skilled in Lightning Release, but he's been using Fire Style throughout the battle, even taking advantage of my Gamabunta's massive Fire Release Ninjutsu."

"The surrounding forest is dotted with streams and pools. The collision of water and fire generates a large amount of water vapor. At the same time, there's the Fire Release Ninjutsu from earlier. Its target isn't Gamabunta at all, but the air! It's causing the atmosphere to heat up rapidly, thus creating updrafts."

At this moment Jiraiya was even more shocked, exclaiming, "Cumbulous clouds! Or rather, this brat has been preparing for this Ninjutsu from the very beginning of the battle, in order to create thunderclouds, or rather, to make today's weather even worse!"

It was already a cloudy day, and with Uchiha Yoru's deliberate manipulation, the weather was amplified, making the thundercloud even larger.

"Gamabunta, Gama Ken, you two hurry back to Mount Myōboku!"

Feeling the pressure of this Ninjutsu, Jiraiya's expression turned solemn as he shouted loudly and clapped his hands together. Instantly, two huge Summoning Beast, Gamabunta and Gama Ken disappeared back to Mount Myōboku.

Meanwhile, Uchiha Yoru, standing atop Manda's head in the distance, slowly raised his lightning-encircled arm. In an instant, the lightning in the entire sky seemed to come alive, transforming under his command into the form of a divine beast that only existed in stories.

At this moment, the enormous changes here also made all the ninjas of Konoha feel the pressure from nature, and they all turned their heads in shock to look at the distant dark clouds that were flashing with lightning.

Meanwhile, Orochimaru had already gone far away, slowly turned his head in the forest, looking at the lightning and thunder in the distant sky, and couldn't help but slowly curl the corners of his mouth into a hoarse smile.

"Hehe, Lord Yoru, I didn't expect you to have grown to this level, actually completing this Ninjutsu. I look forward to the day when we can change the Shinobi World together."

A light drizzle fell, gradually extinguishing the flames in the forest, but Jiraiya, standing in the rain with his hands clasped together, exuded a solemn aura.

This Ninjutsu has reached S-rank, especially with the use of the power of nature, its power is even more terrifying. More importantly, this Ninjutsu itself consumes almost no Chakra, and the user has become a guide.

"Kid! You're just like Orochimaru, both are Ninjutsu Genius, and you've actually developed such a terrifying Ninjutsu."

Although Jiraiya was in danger at this moment, he still couldn't help but show his admiration. What a genius! He and Orochimaru are both geniuses. This Ninjutsu has indeed raised the level of danger this brat is in a whole new dimension.

S-Rank Ninjutsu Ninjutsu extremely rare, even among the Five Great Nations. Many of these Ninjutsu are considered Forbidden Technique, as they can cause significant harm to the body. Therefore, S-Rank Ninjutsu that are harmless to the body are even rarer.

The difficulty of S-Rank Ninjutsu! It's already quite good for an ordinary Jōnin to master one or even two A-Rank Ninjutsu. Let alone Jōnin Jiraiya a Ninjutsu of Jiraiya's level usually only uses B-Rank Ninjutsu for attack. A-Rank Ninjutsu is considered a finishing move. After all, ninjas are high-attack but fragile beings. Don't you see that Madara, the Asura of the Ninja World, was killed by the First Hokage with a single stab?

Among Jōnin, A-Rank Ninjutsu is considered Ultimate Technique, and S-Rank Ninjutsu is undoubtedly even more so. In fact, some Jōnin could never learn an S-Rank Ninjutsu in their entire lives.

"This kid's talent in Lightning Release is simply freakish."

Jiraiya couldn't help but curse inwardly. Despite the fact that this Ninjutsu seemed to be using the power of nature, its affinity and control over the Lightning Release were absolutely abnormal.

Standing atop Manda's head Uchiha Yoru raised his arm high, surrounded by lightning. Combined with the thunder and lightning in the sky, his imposing figure exuded an aura of dominance.

"This Ninjutsu is a lightning strike from the sky, and its name is 'Kirin'."

Uchiha Yoru's face revealed a cold expression. Guided by the lightning in his palm, the lightning in the sky seemed to be summoned in an instant, and with a roar, it tore through the dark clouds, revealing a ferocious thunderous behemoth.

In an instant, the world was filled with a blinding white light, causing those who looked over to instinctively raise their arms to shield their eyes.

Boom!

First, a blinding white light illuminated the heavens and the earth, followed by a tremendous roar that resounded throughout the world.

After the explosion, the thunder in the dark clouds seemed to have dissipated, leaving only a light drizzle.

The thick smoke on the ground gradually dissipated in the drizzle. When countless Konoha Ninja arrived and saw this scene, they all showed expressions of fear.

Standing atop the colossal beast Manda, Uchiha Yoru breathed heavily, the Three Tomoe swirling as he looked down arrogantly at everyone. At this moment, his figure was exceptionally imposing, no longer the Jonin who needed to rely Jōnin the name of the Sannin.

In this battle, he proved himself with his strength, and he also proved himself to the entire Konoha.

"Lord Jiraiya!"

Many Konoha Ninja stared in shock and anger at the dissipating smoke, but when that familiar coughing sound came from within the smoke, everyone's faces lit up with joy.

"Cough cough, kid, your Ninjutsu is terrifying! Do you know how close you were to hitting this old man?"

As the swirling smoke dissipated, Jiraiya was seen slowly forming hand Hand Seals. It turned out that he had summoned the Stomach of the Rock-Dwelling Giant Toad at the last moment. However, after the Ninjutsu attack, as he dispersed his Ninjutsu, he saw something to the side and couldn't help but show a hint of goodwill in his eyes. But true to his nature, he immediately put on an exaggerated pose.

"Kid, do you know how dangerous this Ninjutsu is!" Jiraiya shouted, causing countless Konoha Ninja to breathe a sigh of relief, while many others secretly realized the reason.

Although the Ninjutsu was terrifying, it didn't ultimately hit Jiraiya; instead, it struck the ground to the side. Although it was affected, it was clear that Jiraiya saw it clearly.

"You brat!" At this moment, Manda stared at this terrifying Ninjutsu with its snake-like eyes. It couldn't help but feel a sense of apprehension. This brat was a ninja with the same potential as Orochimaru.

"Uchiha Yoru! You launched an attack on your own village's ninjas without authorization. And Lord Jiraiya, are you also planning to defect with Orochimaru?"

Just then, a Special Jonin Sarutobi Clan stepped forward and angrily accused them. However, at that moment, a flash of lightning appeared, and countless people cried out in alarm!

In the afterimage, the anger on the face of this Special Jonin Sarutobi Clan had vanished, replaced only by terror!

The Kusanagi Sword was already slowly placed against his neck. Uchiha Yoru's speed far exceeded everyone's expectations. Jiraiya from a distance, exclaimed in alarm, "Kid, don't do anything reckless!"

However, at this moment, Uchiha Yoru arrogantly surveyed his surroundings, the Three Tomoe spinning. Although he was in a sorry state, his aura was extremely intimidating, causing many people to flinch under his gaze.

"The Konoha Military Police Force is responsible for maintaining the stability of Konoha and carrying out its duties. Anyone who dares to obstruct them will be arrested as an enemy of the Konoha Military Police Force!"

The cold voice echoed in everyone's ears, but Uchiha Yoru turned his head and looked at the Sarutobi Clan ninja in front of him, saying coldly, "Sarutobi Kawa! You spread rumors, created chaos, and even instigated the village's unrest. You are under arrest!"

"You dare!" Although he was filled with fear when facing Uchiha Yoru, with so many people around, he immediately raised his chin and retorted angrily. He refused to believe that the other party would really dare.

However, in front of everyone, Uchiha Yoru angrily shouted, "The orders from the Anbu were only to pursue Orochimaru! Did they say Orochimaru was Rogue Ninja? Anyone who dares to spread rumors about the Sannin Konoha Ninja defecting will be arrested on charges of Spy!"

"Even the Hokage-sama's order was only to pursue them. Who said that Orochimaru, one of the Sannin Orochimaru, had defected? Anyone who spreads rumors and creates chaos will not be shown any mercy!"

Amidst the shouts, all the ninjas were stunned, exchanging bewildered glances. Everyone wore expressions of shock. Indeed, they were already bewildered; suddenly, orders to pursue Lord Orochimaru had been issued, but there had been no mention of defection!

Upon hearing this, Jiraiya immediately realized, "Yes! Orochimaru has at most made a mistake; he's just running away and being pursued. He hasn't been convicted yet, so who dares to say he's defected?"

"Who doesn't know that you, Uchiha Yoru, are Orochimaru's Disciple? You're just making excuses!" Special Jonin Sarutobi Kawa, still resisted with a flushed face, turning to Jiraiya and shouting, "Lord Jiraiya, Uchiha Yoru is obstructing the pursuit of Orochimaru; he's an accomplice and should be arrested along with him!"

Snap

A crisp sound echoed in the rain. Everyone stared in astonishment at the scene. Sarutobi Kawa, his eyes bloodshot with rage, clutched his face, spitting out a mouthful of blood along with a few teeth. He roared, "Uchiha Yoru, you!"

Uchiha Yoru coldly slapped Sarutobi Kawa across the face, then turned and surveyed the crowd before fixing his gaze on Jiraiya. He roared, "I am the Seventh Division Captain of the Konoha Military Police Force! Under orders from the Root Deputy Commander! Jiraiya obstructed Root classified Root mission, and I was acting on his orders! Jiraiya, do you plead guilty?!"

Good grief, just a second ago Jiraiya was relieved Jiraiya thought there was still a chance for Orochimaru, but the next moment he was stunned. Under everyone's gaze, he became the butt of the joke.

"Me! You brat!"

Looking at Uchiha Yoru's cold gaze, and seeing that the brat had held back with his last Ninjutsu, Jiraiya, though confident he could have withstood it Jiraiya without it, raised his hands in frustration, a look of utter despair on his face, thinking of his comrade Orochimaru.

"I! Jiraiya confesses. I shouldn't have stopped Orochimaru, the Root Deputy Commander, from carrying out a secret mission."

Good heavens! With Jiraiya's frustrated shout, even though everyone knew what the Root Deputy Commander meant, and that he was clearly referring to Orochimaru, and that Orochimaru was simply following orders, everyone chose to remain silent. They had too many questions in their minds.

Lord Orochimaru! He's destined to become the Fifth Hokage, how could he defect? They simply couldn't understand it.

For the sake of his best friend—no! his best comrade— Jiraiya chose to generously confess his guilt, a scene that made Sarutobi Kawa had just been slapped, even more aggrieved.

"Lord Jiraiya, you!" Sarutobi Kawa stared at Jiraiya with a look of frustration and shock, but Jiraiya, with his thick skin, chose to ignore him for the sake of his companions.

However, Uchiha Yoru surveyed everyone and shouted in a deep voice, "The Seventh Division of the Konoha Military Police Force is on official duty! All Konoha Ninja have the right to cooperate! Given the turmoil that has occurred today, I have the right to suspect that some of you are inciting, spreading rumors, or creating conflict. I urge all of you not to leave without permission! Come with me back to Konoha."

Uchiha Yoru directly invoked his identity as a member of the Konoha Military Police Force to intimidate them. Faced with this, most of the ninjas were somewhat stunned and flustered, and all their eyes turned to Jiraiya.

Jiraiya, Jiraiya the cunning one, donned a triumphant expression under the watchful eyes of so many and proclaimed, "Excellent! As Konoha Ninja, we must cooperate with the Konoha Military Police Force, starting with me, Jiraiya!"

Well, the Sannin have already spoken up, what else can they say? They all nodded in agreement instantly. These are people who have no opinions on such important matters. Some of the smarter ones secretly muttered, "Only a fool would disobey orders. Go after Lord Orochimaru? That's ridiculous, isn't it? Going to their deaths?"

Some Jōnin clearly sensed something was wrong and chose to remain silent, but equally, almost no one believed that the Sannin of Konoha would betray them.

"Kid! I'll let it go this time, but next time I'll demand a sacrifice."

Seeing that everything was alright, and having thoroughly beaten up Gamabunta that day, Manda was in a great mood. Having also witnessed Uchiha Yoru's strength and talent, it let out a haughty shout and, without waiting for Uchiha Yoru's reply, returned to Ryūchi Cave with a bang amidst the thick smoke.

"Sarutobi Kawa, I now suspect you of treason and creating trouble by falsely accusing the village hero Orochimaru of defection. You are now under arrest! If you resist, I have the right to execute you on the spot!"

Uchiha Yoru's cold shout filled Sarutobi Kawa with both resentment and rage. "Fine! You Uchiha, just you wait! Once our Sarutobi Clan produces another Hokage, we'll make sure you Uchiha are wiped out in the coming decades!"

Although he desperately wanted to kill his opponent, Sarutobi Kawa had no choice but to surrender under the watchful eyes of so many people.

Thus, a large and imposing pursuit team was brought back by Uchiha Yoru using the authority of the Konoha Military Police Force. However, on the way back, a single sentence from Uchiha Yoru startled Jiraiya.

"Lord Jiraiya, I hope you can prove that you were not involved in this matter!"

Looking at Jiraiya, Uchiha Yoru, panting heavily, lowered his voice and said in his ear, "Some time ago, the gifts I delivered to the Sarutobi Clan contained information that can prove Teacher Orochimaru's innocence."

One sentence startled Jiraiya. As the group returned under the rain, Jiraiya secretly Hand Seals, almost unnoticed by anyone.

Thank you to brother 'Jiacun' for the 100-coin reward, and thank you to all the brothers for your support. Jinli will work hard to write every chapter well.