The roaring sound continued for two minutes before gradually subsiding.
With the exception of a few individuals, all the remaining ninjas from the Three Clans perished in the deep crater filled with Explosive Tag.
"Help! Help!" A man whose leg had been blown off struggled to escape the inferno.
Even though he knew perfectly well that the enemy would not give him a chance to survive.
The point is, whatever happens next is better than staying in the pit and being burned alive by the flames.
Amidst his agonizing screams, a stream of water shot out from the side, its power just enough to extinguish the flames on his body.
A faint steam filled the air as the man struggled to open his eyes, only to meet a pair of scarlet pupils in his gaze.
"... As expected of the Nara Clan, what a clever feint." In the end, all that remained in his mind was a charming and melodious female voice.
With a single stab through the man's heart, Uchiha Chō kicked the corpse directly into a distant bonfire.
Not long ago, news came from the Secret Shinobi Number One that the Senju clan had secretly contacted the Three Great Secret Technique Families, including the Ino-Shika-Cho, seemingly inviting them to join Konoha.
As for the intention behind it, it's obvious even to a fool: it's a plan to deal with the Uchiha Clan.
Sarutobi and Shimura were one thing, as they hadn't paid much attention to them beforehand, but Kyosuke couldn't just stand by and watch the Senju gather their resources.
Therefore, the Uchiha Chō mobilized and set up an ambush on the inevitable route to intercept them.
With her Dojutsu, she could easily create a trap on the spot, ensuring that no one would notice.
To ensure a fatal blow, she prepared tens of thousands of Explosive Tag beforehand.
Unfortunately, both she and the Secret Shinobi Number One underestimated "Nara Tohiko," who had anticipated that the Uchiha might make a move.
This team was used to divert attention, sacrificing a small group of lives to ensure the safe arrival of the Three Clans in Konoha.
It's a great deal no matter how you look at it.
"What a miscalculation." Uchiha Chō mask, her seemingly calm exterior concealing a fury powerful enough to incinerate everything.
Since she started working for the adults, she had never made a mistake, no matter how big or small the matter was. She never expected that she would be defeated by Nara Tohiko today.
"This grudge will surely be avenged sooner or later."
The words, filled with resentment, slowly drifted away, and upon closer inspection, there was no trace of her anywhere except for the flames.
Konoha, main gate.
"Welcome, welcome." Hashirama Senju personally went out to greet them, with the two Clan Leader, Sarutobi and Shimura, standing beside him.
Whether Hashirama admits it or not, the village has long been divided into two factions.
With the Uchiha's power and the support of the Fūma, their strength and influence should not be underestimated.
The Senju are slightly weaker, but the number of the Family supporting them has increased to a full five.
The arrival of the Three Secret Technique Families, in particular, has greatly boosted the overall combat strength.
Even if a large-scale conflict does not occur between the two sides, the strength of the two sides can still determine a great deal of things.
"Thank you, clan Clan Leader." Nara Tohiko, who was in charge of the unified leadership of the Three Clans, was always responsible for public relations.
He was a little puzzled, though, as he didn't see Tobirama Senju come to greet him.
Perhaps sensing his confusion, Hashirama smiled and pointed in a certain direction, saying, "Tobirama went east, and with the establishment of Konoha, how could that Family not exist?"
The Eastern Family... Nara Tohiko's pupils contracted, and he suddenly realized what he was referring to.
To be valued by the Senju Clan Leader and have Tobirama personally go out to negotiate with them, only one family in the entire Land of Fire could do that.
That's the Hyuga Family, the one that nearly drove the Senju to the brink of destruction back then.
Rumor has it that the new head of the Hyuga clan still possesses the Tenseigan and is even more powerful than the Tennin.
Everyone is discussing that, apart from the three recognized strongest individuals in the Land of Fire, the female Clan Leader is probably the most terrifying in terms of strength.
"I remember, the name seemed to be..."
"Yayoi Hyuga!"
On the Combat Arena, Yayoi and Tobirama stood facing each other.
With a helpless sigh, Little Six tried to resolve the issue peacefully. "Hyuga Clan Leader, can't we sit down and talk things over?"
"Negotiations?" Yayoi's tone was full of sarcasm. "Tobirama Senju, don't think I don't know what you two brothers are thinking."
"You want Hyuga, Hyuga, to be your pawn? Fine, defeat me first."
"You've misunderstood..." Little Six was a little annoyed; he felt this woman was a bit stubborn.
It seems that avoiding marriage was the right choice.
One more person in Konoha has chosen not to marry.
When Hyuga arrived in Tobirama earlier, he truly came with great sincerity.
He wasn't just using someone as a tool; he genuinely wanted to Hyuga to a position on par with his older brother.
This was intended to create a check and balance against the two Uchiha heroes.
The key issue is that people don't believe him.
Tobirama couldn't understand when his credibility had fallen so low.
Isn't it just that they stab people in the back, enjoy plotting against others, and spend their free time studying conspiracies and schemes, having developed detailed plans to suppress various Family?
He wanted to ask himself, besides these things, what other stains did he have on his record?
Really?!
Little Six was wronged.
Tobirama, his gaze gradually sharpened.
"Clan Leader Yayoi, are you sure you want to settle this with force?"
"Otherwise, you can kneel down and kowtow to me twice."
"... Alright, then please forgive me."
The fourth strongest warrior in the Land of Fire?
What a joke! Tobirama Senju didn't believe in that nonsense at all.
In his opinion, the Tenseigan was nothing special.
With my ever-evolving Secret Technique, I am certain that I can defeat the enemy today.
Not everyone in the world can suppress themselves, nor can everyone possess the overwhelming strength of Uchiha Kyosuke.
Wait until I get there, then I'll capture you!
He suddenly clasped his hands together in front of his chest, his Chakra surged, and he pursed his lips, suddenly spewing out an astonishingly large amount of water.
Water Release · Great Exploding Water Colliding Wave!
The splashing water columns reached over ten meters high, and the surging waves submerged the surrounding two kilometers.
The astonishing amount of Chakra caused the Hyuga watching from afar to gasp in astonishment.
They always thought that Tobirama Senju was just a character who stole Kyosuke's Ninjutsu and used the Impure World Reincarnation to do some petty tricks.
Unexpectedly, this person's Chakra is also so terrifying.
It can only be said that they truly live up to their reputation as ninjas of the Senju Clan; their strength cannot be measured by ordinary standards.
"Shall we continue?" Standing atop a water column several meters high, Tobirama wanted to imitate Madara and cross his arms.
However, without Susanoo by his side, he might not be able to react in time if the enemy launches a sudden attack.
Therefore, he could only think about it in his heart.
"The evil Uchiha is all just putting on an act," Tobirama said.
"... This guy, does he really think he can scare me like this?" Yayoi shook her head. If Kyosuke hadn't given her instructions, she would have spared this bastard's life today.
Just as he was about to make his move, a figure suddenly appeared from the side.
Without saying a word, he leaped up and kicked Tobirama Senju.
"If you want to mess with Yayoi, you'll have to get past me first!" The newcomer was none other than the Sanbugyo.