With Konoha and Iwagakure agreement, things should have been moving in a positive direction.
According to Hiruzen's plan, all he needed to do next was to deploy the troops led by Jiraiya and Minato to fight against Kirigakure and eliminate the Mist Ninja entrenched in the area with swift and decisive action, thus enabling him to confront Iwagakure with superior forces.
As a result, the Fourth Raikage, who returned to the village and assumed the throne, once again appeared on the border of Konoha with his subordinate ninjas.
This forced Hiruzen to send Minato towards Kumogakure, while also dispatching Kazashiro's squad to Kirigakure to assist in the battle.
"I have a feeling that I'm getting a little uneasy."
Before he could even enjoy a few days of vacation, Kazashiro and his team appeared on the battlefield once again. The shurikens and Kunai that shot out from the thick fog from time to time also showed him the different combat methods of the Mist Ninja, which were different from those of the Cloud Ninja and the Stone Ninja.
"But that won't stop me! Wind Release: Vacuum Great Ball!"
Instinctively dodging the shuriken shot from behind, Kazashiro quickly formed hand seals, took a deep breath, and exhaled a huge blast of wind.
The powerful Wind Release easily dispersed the thick fog, revealing the unsuspecting figures of the Mist Ninja.
"Lightning Release: Lightning Net!" "Fire Style: Phoenix Flower Claw Crimson!"
Kakashi and Obito, working in perfect harmony with Kazashiro, launched an attack in an instant, successfully eliminating some of the Mist Ninja were still confused about what was happening.
"Don't panic, stay calm!"
The leader of the Mist Ninja said this, but his steps in the opposite direction betrayed his true feelings.
An Ice Mirror appeared before him, Kazashiro's figure materialized, swiftly slicing open his throat with Senbon needles.
"It's the White Death God!"
Although it's unclear why Konoha possesses Kekkei Genkai that should have originated from their village, the current situation is clearly not the time to dwell on such matters, especially after the Mist Ninja recognized the boy's identity.
"Lightning Release: Lightning Beast!"
A ferocious beast formed from lightning roared and attacked several Mist Ninja, its purple light attracting Kazashiro's attention.
Did Kakashi develop a new Ninjutsu after realizing that the Lightning Blade was ineffective?
Wow, that's progressing incredibly fast!
Tilting his head to dodge a slash from a Mist Ninja, Kazashiro lowered his body while covering his fist with ice crystals, and threw a punch that sent the Mist Ninja flying. Then, he pulled out White Fang from behind his back.
"I can't stand still either! Let me show you my newly developed Ninjutsu, Lightning Fire Sword!"
Imbuing White Fang with Lightning Release Chakra and Fire Chakra, Kazashiro used the Ice Mirror to move behind a Mist Ninja and then thrust it fiercely into the opponent's back.
The Mist Ninja clearly sensed the movement behind him and instinctively leaped up, trying to dodge Kazashiro's attack.
This caused the White Fang, which was originally meant to pierce his back, or more precisely, his waist, to be stabbed in the wrong direction, ending up in some unspeakable part of his body.
"Awooo!!!"
The Mist Ninja's shrill screams instantly drew everyone's attention. Seeing the enemy's miserable state, not only did the remaining Mist Ninja lose their will to fight, but even the Konoha side couldn't bear to look.
Lin, who was watching from a distance, covered her mouth with her small hand and closed her eyes, refusing to look at the other person.
Would you believe me if I said it was an accident?
Kazashiro wanted to explain to the unfortunate fellow in front of him, but under the torment of his dual lightning and Chakra, he left the Shinobi World after letting out a wail.
The remaining Mist Ninja used all their strength to escape the area, leaving only Kazashiro standing there awkwardly scratching his head.
"Really, although Dad did do that before."
Kakashi withdrew his Lightning Release and scratched his head helplessly.
"Hiss, it's best not to make Kazashiro angry in the future."
Obito, standing to the side, gasped, clutching his private parts as he silently made a decision.
"Shimura Kazashiro, the White Death God, hmph, his despicable methods are just like his father's."
In a corner of the battlefield, out of everyone's sight, a man wearing a cloak and a mask was glaring menacingly at Kazashiro in the distance.
The mere mention of the surname Shimura caused his fists to clench uncontrollably, veins bulging, clearly indicating a deep-seated hatred for that surname.
"Hey hey hey, now's not the time to focus on this guy, Setsuna-kun."
A White Zetsu poked its head out, offering a friendly reminder.
"Snort."
He snorted coldly, abruptly withdrawing his gaze to look at the White Zetsu at his feet. "Has that guy Wada already come out?"
"Of course, this is his only grandson. Knowing he's still alive, how could he not come out?" White Zetsu grinned mischievously, his tone quite pleased. "And just as Lord Madara predicted, two of those... what was their name again? Right, Root, two Root ninjas followed behind him."
Madara Uchiha clearly understood the difference between Yao Wan and Setsuna.
Setsuna was a relic of an era that had witnessed the glorious past of the Uchiha Clan, and it held Madara's will in high esteem.
Yaowan is different. Growing up in the new era, he received the teachings of Konoha. Although he wouldn't be as foolish as Shisui in believing in the Will of Fire, he also wouldn't believe in the world he described.
He needs to experience pain.
Yaowan's bond is naturally with his grandfather, who loves him the most.
Imagine a young boy who, after overcoming countless hardships to escape an unfamiliar area, is preparing to return to his hometown village, only to discover that his most beloved family member has been killed by Konoha ninjas. Just how much hatred would he feel?
"This is something Wada Togashi."
Recalling how the other party had started an uprising but abandoned it halfway through, he felt no sympathy whatsoever and turned to leave the area with White Zetsu.
That being said, if we could take this opportunity to kill the Shimura Clan brats as well, I think Lord Madara wouldn't object.
While muttering to himself, he suddenly remembered a certain plan of Kirigakure.
"In that case, the war should end soon."
Around the campfire at the campsite, the comrades of the Team Seven huddled together for warmth and made kebabs.
"The Kirigakure is already at its last gasp. If we just push harder, we can kick them into the sea."
On the other side of the campfire was Choza's squad.
The team members are Might Guy, Shiranui Genma, Ebisu.
"Kai, about your father..."
Knowing that Might Duy would sacrifice himself just like in the original story Kazashiro wanted to say something to comfort him.
"It's alright, Kazashiro. Father ultimately upheld his beliefs, letting his youth burn to its peak. This was his will, and tears will only bury his sacrifices."
Might Guy flashed his signature smile, though how much of it was forced was something Kazashiro couldn't possibly know.
"Really? Let's have some grilled skewers."
Kazashiro smiled back at Might Guy and handed him a skewer of grilled meat.