They had finally seen hope for peace in the ninja world, finally been given a chance to recover and rebuild.
But this sudden attack had interrupted every opportunity to advance the ninja world.
No one knew whether the ninja world would descend into war, but one thing was certain: the course of events had become impossible to predict.
"Guy, head back to the Hidden Leaf Village first and tell Naruto about Kirigakure's situation," Kitahara Kaede instructed.
"Osu! Youth means facing every hardship head-on!" Might Guy still spoke of youth, but his eyes blazed with fighting spirit.
What had happened in Kirigakure could easily become the future of every other ninja village. An enemy had clearly emerged.
"Grandpa Ōnoki, you and Tsunade handle the chaos in Kirigakure for now. If we find anything on the battlefield, we'll send word back immediately," Kitahara Kaede said.
Kirigakure had already fallen into complete disarray, and Chojuro was receiving treatment.
At this point, Kirigakure could not even find a few people capable of taking charge.
Genji had retired long ago. The only person Kirigakure could present who amounted to anything was Chojuro, who was currently being treated.
It was nothing short of ironic.
They soon reached the battlefield. Even without the Power of Time, Kitahara Kaede and the others moved incredibly fast.
"This is where Mei Terumi fought earlier. Check the surroundings for any information she may have left behind," Kitahara Kaede said.
There was only a massive crater on the battlefield, filled with Mei Terumi's Lava Release!
Thick smoke continuously rose from it. There might be a message Mei Terumi had left behind inside.
No one knew who the enemy was, but everyone was certain of one thing: Mei Terumi would never lose easily.
"Kakashi, move all that liquid away. Let's see what's underneath,"