Konoha Crush Plan

Outside Konohagakure, a group of Sound Village ninja were approaching.

The ninja forces within Konohagakure had already begun to go on high alert, with the exception of the patrol units on the outer walls, of course. These unlucky souls, abandoned to confuse the enemy, had no idea that Konoha might be on the brink of a crisis.

"Ah! Another beautiful day!"

Ninja A said. The sun was shining brightly in the sky with white clouds drifting leisurely, making even his mood feel lazy.

"Yeah, the weather's especially good today. It's a shame we can't go participate in the excitement of the Chunin Exams in the village."

Ninja B looked towards a certain part of Konohagakure, imagining the liveliness there.

Suddenly, there was an explosion, and a colossal Giant Snake appeared by the wall.

The Giant Snake smashed directly through Konoha's city walls, which shattered like paper. The massive Giant Snake was like a monster rampaging through a miniature world, sweeping everything aside. The kunai and shuriken thrown by the ninja, and even explosive tags, did no damage to the Giant Snake. Instead, it slaughtered many of them. Sound Village ninja and Sunagakure ninja also charged in, and countless patrolling ninja perished.

Meanwhile, Jiraiya was still peeking at girls bathing...

At the Chunin Exam venue, Naruto had once again pulled off an upset by defeating Neji. Shikamaru had gone easy on his wife. At this moment, Sasuke was locked in a bloody battle with Gaara.

Suddenly, white feathers began to drift down from the sky, and the audience present instantly fell into a deep sleep.

The Kazekage's guards also began to make their move. The Kazekage, intimately embracing the Third Hokage's neck, leaped onto the rooftop to enjoy the scenery.

Following this, the Sound Four appeared on the rooftop and set up the [Four Violet Flames Formation]. A purple cubic barrier of light appeared, protecting the "date" between the Kazekage and the Third Hokage.

"I'm going to save Lord Hokage!"

Qinglong shouted as he leaped onto the rooftop, charging towards the Hokage. As soon as he arrived, he saw an Anbu ninja crash into the [Four Violet Flames Formation] and fall, burning.

The remaining three Anbu ninja knelt before the [Four Violet Flames Formation], their faces grave.

"A barrier!"

Then they remained there, squatting and watching.

Qinglong arrived and also knelt down to watch. The Anbu members over there looked over, and the two sides exchanged glances. Their expressions were strange, and they silently turned their attention back to the Third Hokage within the [Four Violet Flames Formation].

"Go, Lord Hokage!"

Qinglong raised his arm and shouted, cheering for the Third Hokage.

The Kazekage looked at the Third Hokage and said with a smile.

"Teacher Hiruzen, you really have quite a reputation in Konoha! You've deceived quite a few people with the Will of Fire."

The Kazekage had already admitted his identity as Orochimaru and was now mocking the Third Hokage.

"I have dedicated my life to Konoha!"

The Third Hokage snorted coldly.

Orochimaru laughed upon hearing this. He knew the Third Hokage too well, and he knew the higher-ups of Konoha – these guys he both loved and hated!

Orochimaru revealed his true face and stabbed himself fiercely. He let the Third Hokage go. The blood flowing from his palm was his resolve to cruelly fight the Third Hokage to the death!

And at this moment, Jiraiya was still peeking at girls bathing...

Alright, Jiraiya had already noticed the unfolding events. Even the girls had been startled and gone inside to get dressed.

"Who dares disturb this great master's pleasure!"

Jiraiya stood up in anger. Looking at the Giant Snake in the distance, he couldn't help but think of his former comrade—Orochimaru. His brow furrowed slightly, and he charged towards the Giant Snake.

The three Anbu ninja, seeing Qinglong cheering for Lord Third Hokage, hesitated for a moment before also raising their hands and shouting.

"Go, Lord Hokage!"

"Go, Lord Hokage!!"

"Ah hahaha!"

Orochimaru threw off the Kazekage's hat, his smooth long hair cascading down, exuding the aura of a snake sage!

"Go, Lord Hokage? Then, let's have a true battle between master and disciple now!"

"Hmph~!"

The Third Hokage sneered and quickly formed hand seals.

"Ninpō: Shuriken!"

"Heh, Shadow Snake Hand!"

Orochimaru also began to counterattack. The two engaged in a fierce battle within the Four Violet Flames Formation.

Qinglong, outside the [Four Violet Flames Formation], watched with great interest. Close-up, risk-free, 3D viewing. A Kage-level battle in the ninja world, who wouldn't enjoy this spectacle?

If a frame were placed around the edge of the [Four Violet Flames Formation], it would be a proper super television! It was just a shame there were no sunflower seeds.

The Anbu captain on the side glanced strangely at Qinglong. Qinglong quickly put away his spectator expression, glared back with a serious face, then raised his hand and shouted again.

"Go, Lord Third Hokage! Ganbatte!"

The Anbu captain, speechless, turned his attention back to the battle between the Third Hokage.

As they fought, both of them removed their ninja cloaks and entered their optimal combat states. A powerful aura erupted from both of them, causing the tiles beneath their feet to crack, and countless broken tiles floated up into the air!

Damn! These two actually have the strength for a basic power-up!

Qinglong's eyes widened. Such an exciting battle that could be watched up close was a rare sight!

It was just a shame there were no sunflower seeds...

The Anbu captain looked at Qinglong, wanting to speak but hesitating, then finally swallowed his words.