The Fourth Shinobi World War's Second Half (Part One)

Led by Nagato, who had disguised his Reanimated Body using the [Transformation Technique], the Akatsuki launched an attack on Konoha.

But once they entered the Land of Fire, their tracks were completely exposed.

With the help of Chakra, the Ninja World's technology developed at an extremely rapid pace, completing in just three years what took Blue Star 110 years to achieve, and entering an era of Automation and Intelligentization.

How could the Fifth Hokage Shazo, forget about the technology of Territorial Surveillance?

They can't put satellites up there yet, but setting up a ground-based real-time Surveillance Matrix isn't difficult.

Putting everything else aside, there's definitely no problem with a 360° camera every 300 meters. Under such an exaggerated surveillance network, even a so-called Kage-level Ninja would have nowhere to hide.

Shazo can provide precise intelligence guidance, directly pointing out the fatal weaknesses of Akatsuki members and configuring targeted Ninja teams, so naturally, he can succeed every time.

The Immortal Duo were the first to Bad Luck.

Hidan goes without saying; he's the most extreme Ninja. If you don't understand his information, he can kill any of the Five Kage. But once you know his tactics, any Chunin can easily kill him.

Momochi Zabuza and Haku from Kirigakure stopped Hidan.

After only two or three rounds of Hidan was Zabuza by Zabuza. He didn't even get to finish recounting his sacrificial Evil Gods before being frozen into an ice cube.

"This guy is incredibly weak. His Taijutsu is so bad he Chunin n't even beat a Chunin. He's only holding on with his reckless, madman-like fighting style."

Zabuza spoke, he drew his Kubikiribōchō and tapped Hidan lightly, Hidan and the ice block into thousands of pieces.

To Zabuza and Haku's surprise, even shattered into pieces, Hidan was still alive.

As the pieces of meat thawed, they began to wriggle, trying to stick back together.

Bai gasped softly, "To survive this, he really is a monster."

Momochi Zabuza repeatedly sliced at a writhing piece of flesh, trying to see where the monster's limits were.

To his surprise, he discovered that Hidan had no limits; he could continue moving even with slivers of flesh as thin as stubble.

Zabuza his ice sword and sighed, "Just as the Fifth Hokage said, the only thing we can do is seal him away, bury him, or discard him in various corners of the Ninja World, letting time slowly wear him down."

Bai Tianjing hummed in agreement, took out the Sealing Scroll she carried with her, and patiently sealed each piece of meat one by one, writing a number on each.

This way, they can be distributed to other Ninja and carried out throughout the Ninja World for deployment and burial.

Hidan may not die, but he won't live either.

Kakuzu's opponents were three Kage-level Ninja from Iwagakure. As the second Immortal Ninja, he feared Iwagakure Ninja the most for their powerful and unrestrained attacks.

Even Lightning Release, which is specifically designed to Earth Release, is meaningless against large-scale Earth Release Ninjutsu made of Kitsuchi and Akatsuchi, because a cup of water cannot extinguish the flames of a cartload of firewood.

In particular, Kitsuchi's [Earth Release: Mountain Earth Technique] slammed Kakuzu down the mountain and pounded him mercilessly. By the time Kakuzu broke free, he only had two lives left.

Afterwards, Kakuzu was attacked by the Rock giant created by Earth Release's [Earth Release: Akatsuchi Earth Release: Golem Technique], and died instantly with each punch.

Wenya didn't even get a chance to participate in the battle before it was all over.

Konan encountered two sealing masters, Kushina Uzumaki and Mito Uzumaki. Her Paper Release Secret Technique, which allowed her to soar high into the sky, was no match for the Barrier that Mito Uzumaki created in an instant, leaving her with only a desperate struggle.

The only difference is how long they can struggle before being sealed away.

The actual result proved that Konan only struggled for 15 minutes before being tightly bound by the chains of the [Vajra Sealing].

The reason Xia Zuo sent these two sealing masters to deal with Konan was because Shazo believed that her crime did not warrant death and that she should be captured rather than killed on the spot.

Appearing before the Third Raikage were Sakumo Hatake, Hatake Sakumo "Konoha White Fang, "Konoha and Kaguya Kimimaro.

None of the three were talkative Ninja, and they immediately got to the point of climax upon meeting.

The Third Raikage's indestructible [Hell Stab: Four Violet Fists] could not destroy Kimimaro's [Shikotsumyaku: Dance of the Larch].

He was indeed capable of shattering Hatake Sakumo's body, but Konoha White Fang was Impure World Reincarnation spirit reborn through the Impure World Reincarnation, an immortal being who could regenerate on the spot after being shattered.

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The Qimu Baiya's supposedly indestructible short sword, and the equally powerful [Shikotsumyaku: Dance of the Clematis: Flower], while unable to shake [Lightning Release Chakra Mode: Strongest Armor], were able to make the Third Raikage dizzy and his Chakra rapidly depleted.

The three-way battle was characterized by high speed, making it a close and evenly matched contest with no clear winner.

The tactical plan for this battle can be summed up in one word—delay!

If we can stall until the Fifth Hokage, who truly possesses the ability to kill with a single blow, or Naruto Uzumaki arrives to provide support, we can naturally win the battle.

The Second Mizukage then encountered Jiraiya of the "Konoha Sannin".

Both of these Ninja were peak-level Chakra -Kage-level Ninja with enormous chakra reserves, grand-scale Ninjutsu techniques, and massive summoning beasts.

They started with a big fight right from the start, with Water Release and Earth Release Ninjutsu constantly altering the terrain.

Within the Genjutsu Barrier filled with mist, Jiraiya was forced to join Sage Fukasaku and Sage Shima to enter the Sage Mode Mount Myōboku.

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Jiraiya, the Kamui, unleashed his divine power, using [Sage Art: Ultra-Big Ball Rasengan] to smash the shell of the summoning beast Giant Clam, and kill this Genjutsu- type ninja beast.

The Second Mizukage Gengetsu Hozuki, used the residual mist from the mirage to cast [Magic Illusion: Steaming Pavilion], attempting to trap Jiraiya within the Genjutsu.

However, Hozuki Gengetsu was the first to be attacked by Jiraiya's counterattack. He was ambushed by Jiraiya and the two sages using the [Magic Toad Confrontation Chant] technique, which pulled him into an illusion and banished his soul.

As a result, even the seal was unnecessary.

The Second Tsuchikage was ambushed by Killer B and Darui from Kumogakure.

Despite having the advantage in numbers, intelligence, and the tactical advantage of Sneak Attack, the sixth brother, who was most skilled in [Earth Release: Tsuchikage Technique], was caught off guard and disintegrated on the spot.

However, he still managed to hide in time and was not sealed on the spot by the two Cloud Ninja.

In the ensuing battle, the Second Tsuchikage consistently felt an unprecedented sense of passivity.

The combination of Killer B and the Raikage was initially intended to target their arch-rivals, the Second Tsuchikage and Third Tsuchikage, and can be described as...

It is highly targeted.

Although the Fourth Raikage bears a heavy responsibility, Darui has also mastered the [Lightning Release Chakra Mode], making him capable of taking over his teacher's position.

Furthermore, the Second Tsuchikage had thoroughly explained every Ninjutsu and all his fighting habits to the Third Tsuchikage, so no matter how the fight went, it was all within Killer B and Darui's expectations.

Thus, the weakened version of the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki and the Raikage Darui successfully suppressed the Impure World Reincarnation Second Tsuchikage, giving him no chance to turn the tide.

Even when the Second Tsuchikage used the [Splitting Technique] in Extremis to create a fake death, it couldn't fool the two of them, and they were then sealed away again.

Before sealing it, the Second Tsuchikage Mu muttered, "You traitor! I'll be waiting for you in the Pure Land, and I'll beat your ass to a pulp!"

The three Ninja, Uchiha Tajima, Uchiha Izuna, Uchiha Chiri, walked side by side, leisurely enjoying the scenery of the Land of Fire, showing no sign of wanting to fight.

Uchiha Tajima grumbled, "Damn it! That brat Madara actually made peace with the Senju Clan! It's outrageous! Has he forgotten the blood debt the Uchiha have accumulated over a thousand years?"

Izuna, Uchiha Sasuke, remained silent, leaving only the purple-haired Uchiha Chiri to answer, "Clan Leader, there's nothing we can do about it."

"At that time, the Senju Clan also received the full support of the Uzumaki Clan, along with the Sarutobi Clan, Shimura, and the Ino-Shika-Cho..."

With the support of families like the Aburame Clan and Inuzuka Clan, and even the Hyuga Clan beginning to align themselves with the Senju, their strength has grown tremendously.

"Furthermore, since Izuna- senpai was killed by Tobirama Senju in the battle, our Uchiha Clan has been completely outmatched and is facing the crisis of extermination."

"At that crucial moment, Hashirama Senju extended a hand of reconciliation, and our Uchiha Clan could not refuse."

"Otherwise, it's a dead end."

Uchiha Tajima snorted coldly, clearly annoyed, and changed the subject. "You know what, Konoha manages the Land of Fire quite well."

"The population has increased at least tenfold, the economy is booming at an astonishing rate, and there's ubiquitous surveillance—"

Suddenly, he looked towards the woods ahead. "Hmph! Come out, all of you!"

"Although you've hidden it well, such concealment is meaningless against the Sharingan."

Uchiha Izumi led the way, with Shisui Uchiha and Kagami Uchiha on either side, while Tsunade, Hii, and Samui followed at a distance to provide support.

Uchiha Tajima frowned and said, "Uchiha Ninja? And Ninja is walking in front?"

Uchiha Izumi smiled slightly, "Yes, I am the current Clan Leader the Uchiha Clan, Uchiha Izumi."

Uchiha Tajima darkened. "Nonsense! How can Ninja be the head of the clan?"

Uchiha Izuna shook his head helplessly. Apart from being a brother-complex, he was actually quite open-minded and didn't think there was anything wrong with Ninja being the Clan Leader.

As for Uchiha Chiri, she was an outstanding female Ninja herself, so of course she would find the old Clan Leader's words very uncomfortable.

So what if Ninja becomes the Clan Leader?

Uchiha Tajima never expected that a single heartfelt remark would put him at odds with everyone.

Even Uchiha Chiri's fighting spirit was instantly dampened by 70%, so he figured he'd just put on a show.

In this genius Ninja's opinion, the Uchiha Clan is doing quite well now, and there's no need for them to follow Madara Uchiha's reckless actions.

With talk of Eternity peace in the Ninja World and a perfect world, it's obvious the former Clan Leader leader was deceived.

Uchiha Izumi, despite being scolded, remained unperturbed. She casually remarked, "So this is the limitation of history. The once outstanding and excellent Clan Leader now appears to be nothing more than a decaying old man."

Uchiha Tajima instantly exploded. "How dare you speak to me like that! This is outrageous!"

Uchiha Izumi calmly said, "Elder Clan Leader, please don't talk nonsense. I am the one who follows the rules of the Uchiha Clan, while you are not."

"Our Uchiha Clan values strength above all else! There are six Uchiha Ninja present, and you, the Clan Leader, are the only one who doesn't possess the Ninja Mangekyō Sharingan. What right do you have to speak?"

Uchiha Izumi raised her hand, and she, along with Shisui Uchiha and Kagami Uchiha behind her, simultaneously activated their Mangekyō Sharingan.

The powerful eye energy formed a wave and slammed towards the three Uchiha opposite them.

As a basic response, Uchiha Izuna and Uchiha Chiri also activated their Mangekyō Sharingan, using their eye powers to protect themselves and their Clan Leader leader.

Uchiha Tajima was stunned. "So many Mangekyō Sharingan, and—there were two of them in the same era—"

Uchiha Izumi held up three fingers and said, "Not two, but four living Mangekyō Sharingan Uchiha, but one of them is on your side and probably won't live much longer."

Uchiha Tajima said, "Do you know that your Clan Leader Madara Uchiha, has surpassed the Mangekyō Sharingan and the Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan, achieving the unprecedented Rinnegan!"

Uchiha Izumi coldly replied, "We know."

Uchiha Tajima asked in confusion, "You know? Then why don't you join the ranks of the strongest Uchiha in history, instead of making enemies of your own people?"

Uchiha Izumi was a little angry. "Because Madara Uchiha is a stupid madman!"

"It's true that he has the Rinnegan, and he's incredibly strong, but do you know what he's going to do with Rinnegan?"

Uchiha Tajima proudly replied, "My son, Madara Uchiha, will defeat all enemies and bring eternal peace to the Ninja World! He will create the most wonderful Ninja World!"

Uchiha Izumi sneered, "Ha! That's right! Use the Genjutsu [Infinite Tsukuyomi] to hypnotize everyone in the entire Ninja World, let everyone be immersed in the Tsukuyomi World and die in sleep, that's Eternity peace."

"He will also weave a beautiful dream for everyone, allowing them to live a wonderful life; this is the wonderful world."

"Elder Clan Leader, do you desire such Eternity and beautiful world?"

Uchiha Tajima stared in disbelief. "Ah, this—"

Uchiha Chiri sighed, "I knew it. The former Clan Leader was unreliable; he really did get fooled."

Uchiha Izuna's focus was different from everyone else's. "Who lied to my brother?"

Tsunade, Hii, and Samui, who were standing at a distance, began to discuss in hushed tones.

Tsunade: "It seems like they're not going to fight."

"Damn it, that bastard Shazo guessed right again! I lost my bet again!"

While talking about her defeat, Tsunade wore a smug smile.

[Shazo is absolutely right. As long as I lose at gambling, Konoha benefits. I'm the village's National Fortune Balancer.]

Xi sighed, "I still wanted to fight the Mangekyō Sharingan Uchiha to see just how much I fell short of them, but now that chance is gone."

Samui comforted her, "Alright, there's still Shisui Uchiha alive. You can challenge him after the war is over."

Xi: "----, Samui, I am no match for Shisui Uchiha."

Samui: "What about Uchiha Izumi? She's the Clan Leader of the Uchiha clan, wouldn't it be more prestigious to challenge her?"

Xi: "Hmm----I'm afraid I'll get killed by the Fifth Hokage before I'm even born----"

Samui: "Very likely----"