The Soldier King Returns, Discovering a Good Buddy

When a legion-level large unit moves, all sorts of unwelcome guests have to get out of the way.

The more than two hundred clan ninjas were a support force dispatched by Uchiha Rei, and also a parting gift for Kyosuke.

Along the way, Maya was busy, constantly using Genjutsu to discern the ninjas' loyalty.

Ninjjas who were willing to accept the test and successfully passed would officially join Kyosuke's command, becoming members of his direct subordinate unit.

It was fine if they weren't willing; everyone has their own aspirations, and he couldn't demand everyone be honest with him.

As long as they obeyed orders, they would still be counted in the Southern Legion's combat sequence.

He had already ordered Uchiha Izumi to secretly record the names of the few troublemakers with ulterior motives, and find an opportunity to let them die on the battlefield.

In order to consolidate the troops, this Southern Expeditionary Force moved at a snail's pace. What should have taken two to three days took a full seven days.

The Unit Captain responsible for the reception cursed him countless times in his heart.

In the end, he still had to greet them politely.

"Legion Commander Kyosuke, welcome."

"En." Kyosuke nodded with extreme arrogance after a brief glance, showing no intention of stopping.

The large unit sped past. If the reception team hadn't been alert enough, they might have been caught in the crowd.

"Damn it." After the crowd left, a clan member finally spoke indignantly, "These guys from the Southern Legion are too arrogant."

"Heh heh." The ignored Unit Captain muttered strangely, "You can be arrogant too if you win the battle."

In fact, he was also very dissatisfied. Anyone in his position wouldn't be happy.

But what could he do if his fists weren't strong enough? Should he rush forward and argue with Kyosuke now?

News of the young man killing to establish his authority in the camp had already reached the front-line main battlefield. He didn't want to become the next focus of discussion.

"Follow behind."

Soon, the Southern Legion entered the military fortress built by the Uchiha.

The existence of Ninjutsu has led to the extremely developed infrastructure industry in the Naruto world.

The camp, stretching for fifty li, was dotted with watchtowers of various sizes.

Every hundred meters, there was a watchtower, each garrisoned by Uchiha ninjas.

As soon as the barrier department detected any anomaly, they would immediately issue an order, ensuring that clan members could reach the scene within ten seconds.

Just this point made Kyosuke understand that the brutality of the main battlefield would definitely far exceed that of the war in the south.

Perhaps knowing the reception team's experience, Clan Head Tajima sent personnel for the second time.

This time, Kyosuke couldn't maintain his aloofness.

"Long time no see, Teacher Keisuke."

This person was the man who had taught him, Uchiha Keisuke.

"The Clan Head sent me to welcome you." As he spoke, Uchiha Keisuke couldn't help but sigh with emotion.

In just over a year, the boy who struggled to even maintain his Sharingan had now become a pivotal figure in the clan.

His gaze swept over the short sword at the boy's waist, and he suddenly felt fortunate that he hadn't refused this teaching job back then.

It was easy to add glory to the present, and now everyone bowed respectfully to Kyosuke, calling him Legion Commander.

However, when the man was still insignificant, only he had given him precious charcoal.

This rare friendship, if used carefully, would be enough for Uchiha Keisuke to enjoy for a lifetime.

"You all stay here and wait." After a simple instruction, Kyosuke headed to the core area with his teacher.

On the way, Uchiha Keisuke briefly explained the situation on the battlefield.

"Three months ago, the Clan Head fought Senju Butsuma, and both sides ended up with mutual injuries."

"Senju Butsuma is that strong?"

"A peak Clan Leader Level expert, his strength is immense."

Hearing this, Kyosuke fell silent, once again realizing the cruelty of the Warring States Period.

He had indeed achieved success, but he was far from being able to act recklessly.

If he treated the Senju like the Nara or Akimichi, his days of annihilation would likely not be far off.

Meanwhile, Uchiha Keisuke continued his explanation, "Actually, the main battlefield is fine. Our clan has been deeply rooted here for many years, and the Senju can't break through for a while."

"The real concern is the other side."

He understood his teacher's meaning. The Uchiha had exhausted all their strength to resist the Senju's main force.

With the Uzumaki eyeing menacingly from another direction, the Uchiha were indeed stretched thin at the moment.

The role of the Southern Legion was to rush to support the Uzumaki battlefield.

"I won't hide it from you," Uchiha Keisuke said something that greatly surprised him. "Not long ago, Uzumaki Ashina personally led his troops into battle. Our clan suffered a great defeat, and even the person in charge was killed on the spot by the enemy."

A commander who could lead an army was at least an Elite Jonin level commander.

Uzumaki Ashina's ability to kill him on the spot meant he possessed at least Clan Leader Level strength.

"For so many years, the outside world has underestimated this Whirlpool Clan Head," Keisuke said with deep emotion.

Just as his teacher had said, this leader of the Land of Whirlpools possessed a terrifying power that could make anyone tremble.

"Who is in charge over there now?" Kyosuke cared deeply about this.

That damn Tajima, he couldn't possibly let him confront the Uzumaki clan alone.

If that were the case, it would be more satisfying to betray them on the spot.

"It's the Second Elder of the clan." His teacher's words made Kyosuke's brow twitch slightly.

Major clans in the Warring States Period had many branches and collateral relatives. To protect their own interests, almost every clan formed an elder council.

The Uchiha were no exception.

Uchiha Rei was a powerful elder within the clan, responsible for dealing with threats in the southern region. This Second Elder was likely similar in position.

"What is this Second Elder's strength?"

"He should also be a Clan Leader Level expert."

"That's somewhat better."

With a powerful figure in charge, Kyosuke finally felt a little relieved.

He didn't want the assets he had painstakingly accumulated to be destroyed in one fell swoop.

"Kyosuke!"

A familiar voice interrupted the teacher and student's reunion.

Looking up, under the scorching sun, a young man with spiky hair, clad in red armor, stood on the parapet, smiling and watching him.

The sunlight was blinding, and Kyosuke couldn't quite make out the young man's face.

However, the overwhelming aura that hit him instantly made him recognize the youth's identity.

"Madara!"

Chakra erupted beneath his feet, and Kyosuke shot forward like lightning.

He held a short sword in his hand, faint electrical sparks flickering along the blade.

"Good!" Madara-sama drew his long sword, his face filled with the excitement of a reunion between friends.

It was just that their way of communicating was somewhat unusual.

A terrifying vortex of air gathered. Uchiha Madara swung his sword horizontally, crashing down like Mount Tai.

The ferocious momentum made Kyosuke's heart leap.

Uchiha Style: Tread Burst!

"This guy, is he trying to kill me?"