Chain Reaction Across the Shinobi World

Under the sunlight, the lightning flashing on the Kusanagi Sword appeared behind him. In fear of death, Mei Terumi's pupils instinctively contracted. Through the reflection of the Kunai in her hand, she clearly saw that handsome face now displaying a devilish smile.

It's too late!

Mei Terumi cried out in her heart, as if her fate had been decided at this moment, but then a sudden change occurred all around her.

Water Release: Water Style: Water Dragon Bullet Technique

Swoosh

The surrounding Mist Ninja completely disregarded his presence, indiscriminately unleashing their Ninjutsu, and some even threw Shuriken with Explosive Tag attached.

Just as the Kusanagi Sword was about to strike, facing the indiscriminate attacks from all sides, Uchiha Yoru changed the direction of his sword. A tremendous force suddenly struck from behind, Mei Terumi almost coughed up blood.

Boom~

He kicked Mei Terumi hard in the back without any mercy, sending her flying. It wasn't out of kindness, but because he was using her as cover, shielding her from the incoming Explosive Tag, Kunai, and Shuriken.

"It seems that the Mist Ninja really does ostracize Kekkei Genkai ninjas."

Her methods were extremely ruthless, and she uttered such shameless words. Although she knew it was an attempt to sow discord, Mei Terumi couldn't help but show anger in her eyes.

Water Release · Water Style: Water Prison Wall

Suppressing the churning in her chest, Mei Terumi seized her only chance to survive, immediately forming hand Hand Seals and unleashing a defensive Water Release Ninjutsu.

Rumble~

Explosive Tag detonated all around instantly, and a trickle of blood slowly flowed from the Mei Terumi's mouth. Especially the sword wound that pierced her abdomen; if it hadn't missed a vital spot, she probably would have really died here.

Amidst screams, as the Water Style: Water Prison Wall Ninjutsu dissipated, Mei Terumi, without even glancing at anyone else, opened her mouth and exhaled a thick cloud of water mist.

Water Release: Hidden Mist Technique

The moment the thick fog appeared, a flash of lightning streaked across the sky. Looking at the blood on the Kusanagi Sword, Uchiha Yoruro shook his head in surprise, saying, "You escaped? As expected of you, you managed to escape even in this situation."

In the distance, a figure slowly emerged from a puddle in the forest. It Mei Terumi, the Mist Ninja. She was severely injured in the abdomen and had a deep wound on her chest, her clothes stained with blood. She was panting heavily.

"The Uchiha Clan! This is never over!"

Mei Terumi had nearly died twice from the Kusanagi Sword, was filled with fear and anger. She cared about the lives of her fellow village ninjas, but no one cared about her. Her anger was more about the current policies of Kirigakure. Just then, a miserable wail came from afar. When she turned around and looked at the battlefield, she saw a scene that she would never forget.

A figure flashing with arcs of electricity charged into the battlefield like a tiger among sheep. With the Cursed Seal Stage One full state, Uchiha Yoru's speed and strength increased dramatically, especially in Lightning Release Chakra mode, where he became a meat grinder.

The chaotic battlefield limited his vast Ninjutsu, but it also became his personal stage.

His Three Tomoe Sharingan possessed abnormally high dynamic vision, his swordsmanship was unparalleled, and his movements were as fast as lightning. No one could restrain him as he moved about.

The raging Lightning Release technique swept across the battlefield with unbridled speed, and its close-range paralysis effect, Lightning Release: Chidori Stream, was the bane of countless Mist Ninja.

Lightning Release: Chidori

The high-intensity electric current formed by Lightning Release Chakra was concentrated in his hand. With the super-fast thrusting speed and the super-powerful dynamic vision of the Three Tomoe Sharingan, it directly transformed into a flash of lightning that pierced through the target on the battlefield.

When a tiger enters a flock of sheep, it's almost a one-sided massacre. With no one to restrain him, Uchiha Yoru went all out on the battlefield, specifically targeting and slaughtering ninjas who exposed their weaknesses or were injured.

"Damn it!"

Hidden in the shadows, Suikazan Fuguki saw this and Konoha's morale soared. On the other hand, their elite ninjas, who were meant to hold off the enemy, had been defeated. Frustrated, he could only shout angrily and then order the release of a retreat Signal Flare.

Bang bang~

As the Signal Flare burst into the sky, a thick fog instantly appeared on the battlefield.

Water Release: Hidden Mist Technique

Under the wide-ranging Hidden Mist Technique, the fierce battlefield was instantly enveloped in thick fog. The Mist Ninja who were fighting just a second ago withdrew and retreated without the slightest hesitation.

It must be said that the adaptability of the Mist Ninja Ninjutsu is remarkable. Not only does it have corresponding assassination techniques, but it can also be used as cover during retreats. More importantly, this Ninjutsu is only a D-rank Ninjutsu, and its range depends entirely on how much Chakra the user releases, making it simple and convenient.

"Hyuga's Byakugan confirms the location of the Mist Ninja!"

"The Mist Ninja are retreating at 11:00!"

"The Mist Ninja are retreating at 13 o'clock!"

"The Mist Ninja have withdrawn from the forest at the eight o'clock direction!"

Reconnaissance and sensory ninjas shouted in the thick fog, and as reports echoed incessantly, the tense Konoha Ninja revealed joyful smiles.

"All Konoha Ninja, do not let your guard down!"

"The Wind Release ninja dispersed the thick fog."

Wind Release: Great Breakthrough

Although Wind Release ninjas are rare, they do exist. In addition, this Ninjutsu is only C-rank. Especially since the battlefield is an open area, the thick fog was instantly dispersed by a dozen huge gusts of wind. The fog that was pitch black a moment ago became visible to the naked eye the next moment, and people could be seen around them. Gradually, the black dots of retreating Mist Ninja could be seen in the distance.

That's how ninja battlefields are—they come and go quickly. With various bizarre Ninjutsu combined, the battlefield returns to tranquility almost in the blink of an eye.

Among the corpses left behind, all the bodies of the Mist Ninja had been finished off before they left, especially their heads. Ninja heads contain important secrets, so they are always finished off before evacuation.

As for injured ninjas, even the cold-blooded Mist Ninja wouldn't abandon them easily. After all, if they were injured, they could go back to recover and then participate in the battle again. The Five Great Ninja Villages weren't so extravagant as to be so casual, unless it was absolutely necessary.

"Treat the wounded, and the uninjured reconnaissance ninjas, follow up and scout the surrounding area."

"Ninjas who are still capable of fighting, return to your respective lines and stand ready!"

After a series of orders were issued, the Konoha Ninja legion quickly began to return to a state of combat readiness, while Medical Ninja from the rear also appeared on the battlefield.

Seriously injured ninjas should be treated first, while those with minor injuries should first use bandages or similar items to stop the bleeding and provide initial treatment.

"Everyone, hurry up and restore your Chakra and stamina!"

After orders were issued on the battlefield, everyone performed their duties and entered their respective states. In particular, the Special Jonin and Jōnin calmly began to command, with the Chunin squad leaders below cooperating in the process.

After years of training at the Ninja Academy, every ninja has ingrained obedience to orders into their very bones; it can be said that ninjas are born rapid reaction forces.

"Captain Yoru."

"Night."

This time, the Mist Ninja's surprise attack came with great force but ended rather weakly, or perhaps this First Shinobi War was just a test.

When Hatake Kakashi, Might Guy, and the other ninjas arrived, Uchiha Yoru's expression was very serious, showing no joy at being repelled by the Mist Ninja.

"This attack by the Mist Ninja is a probing attack, intended to ascertain our strength and weaknesses here. Immediately send orders to Hizashi Hyuga Uchiha Shisui, informing them that the Mist Ninja may launch a probing attack on both locations next."

"Yes!"

Upon hearing this, Shiranui Genma, Tatami Iwashi Namiashi Raidō, and Deivashi immediately gave a respectful shout. They demonstrated their obedience to their superiors, proving themselves to be a competent guard team.

Hatake Kakashi, as the second-in-command, frowned upon hearing this. He lowered his Forehead Protector to cover his left eye, sealed his Sharingan, and said in a deep voice, "Yoru, are you saying that the Mist Ninja wants to weaken us?"

It was clear that Kakashi's thinking in this regard was more far-reaching than anyone else's, and Uchiha Yoru nodded with a satisfied smile, saying, "Not bad."

"The Blood Mist of the Mist Ninja Bloody Mist is the most brutal elite policy in the Shinobi World. It can be said that the number of Mist Village Mist Ninja among the Five Great Ninja Villages is not large. For our Konoha, it is obviously at a disadvantage. Once we get into a war of attrition, the Mist Village Mist Ninja who have conquered more territory will only have their strength scattered. It is better to concentrate our forces and launch an attack at any time."

Uchiha Yoru paused abruptly, then said in a deep voice, "Moreover, the Mist Ninja's goal isn't the wealth of the Land of Land of Whirlpools. The current Fourth Mizukage is probably eyeing the Land of Land of Whirlpools, a strategically important location. Otherwise, why would they suddenly start border skirmishes?"

At the same time, he looked at Kakashi and pondered inwardly. The strategic location of the Land of Whirlpools was also bait thrown out by the Fourth Mizukage, after all, the current Fourth Mizukage was being manipulated by Obito.

Konoha's progress was hampered, Obito wanted to weaken Konoha while simultaneously weakening the power of the Kekkei Genkai families within Kirigakure, achieving two goals at once.

"The two mines belonging to the Mist Ninja are very close together, while our three mines are quite far apart. The Mist Ninja's power can be concentrated at one point, while our power is scattered into three parts."

Hatake Kakashi spoke with a grave expression, and Uchiha Yoru nodded in agreement, saying in a deep voice, "Indeed, things will likely get even tougher from now on. The Mist Ninja concentrated power, have seized the initiative and can harass us at any time. At the same time, the Fine Iron and Chakra Metal we mine will probably become targets for the Mist Ninja."

"After all, the Mist Ninja don't need to protect or guard the area themselves; they can acquire enormous wealth simply by plundering. They have a unique advantage, unless the village sends a large number of reinforcements."

Uchiha Yoru shared his analysis, and Hatake Kakashi became even more grave. He wasn't stupid; the other ninjas around him only saw their own passive, defensive situation, but failed to grasp the long-term strategy.

This is the war between Konoha and Mist Ninja. Konoha is large and powerful, but Mist Ninja has the upper hand. Moreover, Konoha is also restrained by other ninja villages, so it can only be said that it is evenly matched.

"Kakashi, be careful with your eyes."

Uchiha Yoru's sudden words of concern led others to believe he was referring to the burden of the Sharingan, but only Hatake Kakashi a wry smile. He knew Yoru was referring to the side effects of the Mangekyo on him; he had already secretly prepared for this when Uchiha Yoru was trapped earlier.

Shisui and he only needed to bear the side effects of the Mangekyo Dōjutsu, controlling the frequency of use and taking good care of themselves. However, Hatake Kakashi not only had to bear the side effects, but also the burden of the Mangekyo Sharingan, which was much greater than the Three Tomoe.

While Konoha was in a difficult defensive phase on the battlefield of the Land of Whirlpools, undercurrents were surging throughout the Shinobi World.

The Land of Water, the Kirigakure.

The Fourth Mizukage, Karatachi Yagura, sneered as he looked at the intelligence scroll in his hand, traces of his Sharingan appearing in his eyes.

"A laughable Shinobi World, but it suits me perfectly. I can use your power to weaken Konoha."

As the Sharingan in Karatachi Yagura's eyes faded, he spoke in a deep voice to the Outer Path, "Tell the Raikage and Tsuchikage that Kirigakure wants the position of Land of Whirlpools, but how they obtain it requires them to restrain Konoha's power."

"Yes!"

An Anbu appeared in the office, knelt respectfully on one knee, and spoke in a deep voice. Meanwhile, Karatachi Yagura took out an intelligence scroll and said with a mocking laugh, "Select another 300-man Ninja legion from the village to support the battlefield in the Land of Whirlpools."

"Yes!"

If another 300 are sent, the Mist Ninja will have deployed more than a thousand ninjas to the Land of Whirlpools. This is almost crossing the line. It's also a message to the Raikage and Tsuchikage: if you don't do anything, we won't fight; if you help hold them back, then we will fight.

It must be said that Obito's methods were still very powerful after he turned to the dark side.

Kumogakure, Raikage's Office.

The Fourth Raikage Ay, rarely smiled. "Haha, good. It seems Konoha is going to suffer a great loss this time. Let's see how you deal with this, Sarutobi Old Thief."

"Tell the Fourth Mizukage that the Cloud Ninja has already increased the number of ninjas deployed to the border, doing their best to keep Konoha occupied."

"Haha, Sarutobi Old Thief, no matter how cunning you are, this time the Mist Ninja on the Land of Land of Whirlpools, a strategically important location. We've all just emerged from the Third Shinobi War World War, and your Konoha first suffered the Nine-Tails' Rampage' Fourth Hokage, and then there was the Orochimaru Incident, a potential Hokage candidate. Haha, it seems that Konoha is weakened and everyone wants a bite out of it."

The rude Fourth Raikage Ay, laughed excitedly and clapped his hands, ordering, "Go! Spread rumors about Konoha's current predicament to all the smaller ninja villages, and at the same time, incite friction between the smaller ninja villages and Konoha."

"Yes."

Stone Village, Tsuchikage Office.

The Tsuchikage, the red-nosed old man Ōnoki, looked at the intelligence he had obtained and a cunning smile appeared on his face. "Heh heh, last time we couldn't use Akatsuki because we were teaming up with other ninjas, but this time we can use them."

"Hire the Rogue Ninja, a group of ronin, and have them stir up as much chaos as possible in Konoha on the border."

"Yes."

However, when the Tsuchikage Onoki saw another report, he frowned and cursed inwardly, "The Kazekage has no foresight. No wonder your Sunagakure is at the bottom. You actually chose to abandon weakening Konoha for the sake of profit at this time."

Although Ōnoki vehemently criticized the Kazekage, he was mostly expressing his helplessness. The situation in Sunagakure was obvious to all, but fortunately, Konoha would have to pay a heavy price to win them over.

"Someone, quickly go and inform the envoy to Sunagakure that this information is for the Kazekage, and tell them that Iwagakure is willing to befriend Sunagakure."

"Yes."

Gazing at the setting sun over the western mountains, Ōnoki wore a smug smile. "Sarutobi, you want to win over Sarutobi Sunagakure? Fine, but the price won't be small."

"Kazekage, since you want to restore the village's strength, I'll help you out. We all have the same goal. Konoha has finally shown signs of fatigue after so many years. This time, we must drag the strongest ninja village off its pedestal."

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