The Iwagakure ninja were stunned at first, then roared.
"Earth Release · Earth Style Wall!"
"Earth Release · Earth Style Wall!"
"Earth Release · Earth Style Wall!"
One after another, Earth Style Walls rose from the ground; though fragile, they could withstand Tailed Beast Bomb for 1 to 2 seconds.
Seeing the Earth Style Walls rising from the ground, the Matatabi's eyes were filled with disbelief. These ants could actually protect Kokuō under such circumstances!
It didn't believe it! People are selfish! It didn't believe these ninjas could hold out!
Kokuō was somewhat moved. It roared and distributed its Chakra in small bundles to all the ninjas!
The ninjas' eyes lit up immediately. This power could make their Earth Style Wall even stronger and larger!
So they all used Earth Style Wall again. Matatabi's face turned pale. He gave the other ninjas a look and went to attack the Iwagakure troops.
Upon receiving the order, everyone unleashed their Lightning Release Chakra Mode and charged towards the Iwagakure Ninja. Kokuō glanced at them, lowered his head, and Horn Slash, instantly killing more than thirty people. However, some still managed to slip through and rush into their ranks to kill.
It was somewhat annoyed. It said to Han in its Mental Space, "I will deactivate my transformation in a moment. You go and protect everyone. The Chakra group will not disappear. I am too big and might accidentally hurt our own people."
After saying this, Kokuō disappeared, but the Chakra orbs continued to emanate from Kokuō body and reach out to everyone.
Han's eyes flashed with ferocity as he looked at the Kumogakure. Each of them possessed unparalleled strength and killed the Kumogakure.
Yugito roared, "Enough!" Then, Matatabi's Tailed Beast Bomb stopped, and gradually, his Tailed Beast Transformation form disappeared, turning back into Yugito.
"Retreat!" Yugito roared, then led everyone in a retreat. This battle had resulted in the loss of nearly a thousand men, while the enemy only had about seven hundred. It wasn't worth it!
Her face was grim. The first battle was a defeat, which meant the fight would drag on for a long time. The lives of her own ninjas were also lives. If the fighting continued, her entire team might be wiped out.
Seeing the united strength of the Iwagakure forces, she felt a lump in her throat. Matatabi remained silent, believing it hadn't lost! It was just that Yugito was making a fuss; otherwise, it would have definitely defeated Kokuō and crushed the Iwagakure army!
The Cloud Ninja remained silent, following Yugito back to the border. They stared at the Iwagakure, their emotions a complex mix. Could they truly defeat such a village?
The Iwagakure Ninja cheered, shouting the names of Han and Kokuō, making Kokuō embarrassed! His smile was harder to suppress than an AK in the Mental Space.
Ōnoki quickly received news from the front lines and was somewhat relieved. Han had finally established a friendly relationship with the Five-Tails and become the Perfect Jinchuriki.
But that's not enough. That guy Ai must be getting impatient soon.
The Third Raikage A, was a beast who could withstand Tailed Beast!
Konoha
Kitsuchi, looking dusty and weary from his journey as if he had fled a disaster, was about to enter Konoha when the Konoha's gatekeepers stopped him. "Halt! Who goes there! State your name!"
"Iwagakure messenger Kitsuchi, please inform the Lord Hokage, brothers!" He said, taking out a token and handing it to the gatekeeper.
The guards exchanged a glance; one kept an eye on him, while the other went inside to inform the Hokage.
Human joys and sorrows are not the same for everyone. Konoha is still holding a banquet, while Iwagakure and Kumogakure have already started a war. Who can we reason with?
In the center of the banquet, Uchiha Kō, with his Tsunade, smiled as he watched the peaceful scene at the Konoha banquet. "How wonderful."
Just then, the gatekeeper rushed over and said, "Reporting to the Lord Hokage, Vice Lord Hokage, the Iwagakure messenger, Kitsuchi, has come to pay his respects!"
The moment that sound rang out, the lively scene came to an abrupt halt. Everyone looked at the gatekeeper, and then at Sarutobi Hiruzen Uchiha Kō.
No one dared to speak; even those who were picking up food and drinking wine put down their chopsticks and glasses, waiting for the two men's response.
Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Uchiha Kō glanced at Tsunade. Encouraged by her gaze, Uchiha Kō slowly rose and said, "Everyone, please continue eating. The Lord Hokage and I are going to take care of some matters!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the atmosphere became joyful again.
Tsunade gazed at her future husband, a smile playing on her lips. She hoped that Uchiha Kō would prioritize the greater good and become a competent Vice Hokage.
Although this will mean losing a lot of time together, it's all for Konoha.
Sarutobi Hiruzen and Uchiha Kō were led to the village entrance by the gatekeeper. The two looked at the Kitsuchi and laughed.
"Brother Kitsuchi, what's wrong? You must be tired from your journey. Come in, have a drink, take a bath, and have a meal." Uchiha Kō looked at Kitsuchi as if nothing had happened.
Kitsuchi Tu scratched his head. "Lord Hokage, Elder Xiao, this is a letter my father wrote. He asked me to deliver it to you, hoping that Elder Xiao can intervene and ensure the safety of Iwagakure for the time being!"
Upon hearing that it was a diplomatic matter, Sarutobi Hiruzen handed the envelope to Uchiha Kō, his eyes filled with trust. "Owl-kun, the decision is up to you. I won't look at it anymore."
After saying that, just as he was about to leave, Uchiha Kō grabbed Sarutobi Hiruzen. "Lord Hokage, you're my boss. What's wrong with watching this? We can watch it together."
Sarutobi Hiruzen, unable to resist his stubbornness, stayed behind to take a look. What he saw revealed that Iwagakure was in crisis.
Moreover, this has a strong connection to Konoha!
Uchiha Kō carefully read the contents of the letter, lost in thought. Ōnoki was right; Konoha couldn't stand idly by and watch Iwagakure's territory be seized by Kumogakure. Otherwise, once he was gone, what would Kumogakure be like? Would Konoha still be able to contend with them?
For the sake of future generations, he absolutely could not allow the territory of Iwagakure to fall into the hands of Kumogakure. If they were willing to let it fall into the hands of Konoha, that would be another matter.
"We know what happened, but we can't just give up for nothing, can we?" Uchiha Kō said calmly, glancing meaningfully at the Kitsuchi.
Kitsuchi bowed and said, "We are willing to offer ore worth three hundred million taels as payment for Elder Xiao's assistance this time."
Upon hearing the word "300 million Sarutobi Hiruzen; he thought, "That's a good deal!"
Uchiha Kō had no objection to this; it was just an excuse to make a move!
"Alright, I'll go with you!" With that, he patted Kitsuchi on the shoulder, and the two of them vanished in an instant. Sarutobi Hiruzen shook his head. The young man was really fast. After taking only two steps, he stopped, his expression strange.
That didn't seem to be Body Flicker Technique! It looked more like Flying Thunder God Technique!
The Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, stared wide-eyed, turning back to look in the direction where Uchiha Kō had disappeared. He walked in that direction, sensing the traces of Chakra, and he was certain that this was the Flying Thunder God Technique!
Holy crap, the Flying Thunder God Technique! Uchiha Kō is... incredibly talented! He knows so many skills! The First Hokage's Wood Release and Sage Mode, Uchiha's Mangekyou Mangekyo and Susanoo, and the Second Hokage's Flying Thunder God Technique!
What could Uchiha Kō possibly not know? Sarutobi Hiruzen gasped. Thank goodness he was the vice Hokage of Konoha. With that thought, he shook his head and returned to the village to continue the feast!