Ōnoki: How Underhanded, How Underhanded!

That is...

Ōnoki?

Kyohiko gazed into the distance.

This was the first time he had ever seriously seen Ōnoki.

The current Ōnoki is not as exaggerated as he was in later generations; he is only slightly shorter than an ordinary person, and standing on the rock giant, he still has a certain imposing presence.

The Rock Giant on either side.

Ōnoki suppressed his anger and tried his best to calm himself down.

However.

Looking at the corpses of Iwagakure lying in the distance, while Medical Ninja were helping to treat the Konoha ninjas, he found it hard to calm down.

"Jiraiya, does Konoha want to declare war on my Iwagakure?"

"Ōnoki, we weren't the ones who declared war first. Do you think you can just walk away Iwagakure?"

Jiraiya's attitude was firm.

Although he felt war was bad, he also thought there was some truth to what Kyohiko said.

If peace is sought through compromise, the final result will only be a repetition of Hiruzen Sarutobi's story.

He and Tsunade Hiruzen Sarutobi down the road because they believed the old man's policies were detrimental to Konoha, right?

They cannot repeat the same mistakes.

"That's right, Ōnoki, Asano Yu has already paid the price for his ambition, and you, as the instigators, should also pay the price!"

Wuwei agreed.

Ōnoki looked at Wuwei, his mood worsening even further.

He and Asano Yu had been working together happily and were even planning to take on Konoha, but then something unexpected happened, leading to Asano Yu's death and Wuwei taking over.

This Wuwei completely biased towards Konoha, and is now almost an enemy of them.

The most despicable thing is--

The way Konoha operates has changed drastically compared to before.

Especially Jiraiya.

As Hiruzen Sarutobi's disciple, Jiraiya inherited Hiruzen Sarutobi's tendency to compromise and be weak. According to his calculations, Jiraiya should be quite happy to see both sides maintain a peaceful standoff.

That's why he didn't pay special attention to the situation at the border.

Unexpectedly, Jiraiya, who disregarded martial ethics, suddenly launched an attack on their border, and...

These people are so useless!

Can't even protect one bridge?

If Konoha attacks, blow up the bridge!

Ōnoki's mood worsened, and naturally, his tone couldn't be pleasant.

"So, Konoha thinks..."

"Lord Tsuchikage!"

Just as he was about to say something harsh, the ninjas below shouted, and then one of them even climbed up from behind the Rock Giant.

Ōnoki paused for a moment.

The voice rang out again from behind.

"Lord Tsuchikage, they have Wood Release ninjas who have rebuilt the bridge."

What?

Ōnoki almost lost his balance.

Wood, Wood Release?

He couldn't help but feel a sense of shock.

That was the Kekkei Genkai of the First Hokage, which was invincible and created an unparalleled legend.

Has Konoha used Wood Release again?

Ōnoki desperately wanted to know what had happened, and he was terribly flustered, but he couldn't show his fear at this moment.

"Konoha wants war, we, the Iwagakure, are not afraid of you."

Ōnoki pretended not to be afraid, but his words revealed that he had put himself in a defensive posture.

If Konoha really develops Wood Release...

No!

If they truly possessed Wood Release of the level of the First Hokage, Konoha would have attacked long ago, just like they did with the Kusagakure.

Konoha isn't that kind.

Ōnoki's tone gradually became more resolute.

"When it comes to defense, our Iwagakure fears no one in the world!"

"Really? Then let's fight!"

Jiraiya has never been a psychic Gamabunta.

Faced with Dust Release, the massive Gamabunta would find it difficult to dodge and might be in danger. It would be better for everyone to surround the old man together.

Even if Ōnoki strong, he's still just one person.

Even if there is Jinchuriki, with Minato Namikaze's Sealing Technique and Kyohiko's Wood Release Ninjutsu, it wouldn't be difficult to subdue the opponent.

The advantage is in my hands!

Thinking of Kyohiko...

Jiraiya couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

If Kyohiko hadn't mastered such a high level of Wood Release, he wouldn't have had the confidence to challenge Ōnoki like this with just the manpower he had.

After all, Iwagakure has a large number of ninja.

Ōnoki was getting angry, but he needed to stay calm, especially in such situations.

It was with this "stone" will that he led Iwagakure to become stronger and stronger, step by step reaching its current level.

Konoha, Jiraiya.

Wrong!

According to intelligence, Sunagakure had already started a war, Jiraiya couldn't possibly be unaware of it.

The more Ōnoki thought about it, the more something seemed off.

He was already sweating profusely, and now he was stuck on the Rock Giant, unable to move forward or backward.

However, before Ōnoki could come up with a "way out"—

"Teacher, let's get started."

Kyohiko reminded him in a low voice.

Jiraiya scratched his head. "Won't this be bad? He looks like his brain has shut down."

"This is exactly the time to launch a surprise attack!"

Kyohiko answered in a low voice.

Jiraiya remained silent.

That kid has no sportsmanship whatsoever!

but.

Cough!

Ōnoki did indeed say that they had no fear of Konoha when it came to defense.

Since that's the case...

"Are you ready?"

"Um."

Kyohiko nodded.

Minato has already sent a signal back; the Wood Clone can be dispelled at any time.

Jiraiya nodded, then looked to the other side.

Where's the Minato?

"Can."

Minato Namikaze nodded slightly.

Jiraiya chuckled.

"Then--"

"Beat!"

"Target: Ōnoki!"

Jiraiya a soft shout, then quickly Hand Seals and clasped his hands together.

Earth Style ·Yellow Spring Marsh!

The next moment, a swamp appeared beneath the Rock Giant beneath Ōnoki's body.

The massive swamp quickly swallowed the giant monster.

Ōnoki angrily retorted, "Jiraiya, how dare you launch a sneak attack?"

"What sneak attack? You've already said you're not afraid of Konoha, so of course the war has already begun! Or are you saying you don't want to fight anymore?"

Jiraiya was perfectly justified.

Ōnoki immediately used the Ultra-Light-Weight Rock Technique to make himself float in the air.

He really doesn't want to fight anymore!

Jiraiya's confidence was too much, which made him very unsure of himself and fear that there might be a trap involved.

Almost simultaneously.

Minato Namikaze threw out Kunai, grabbed Kyohiko, and vanished from the spot in an instant.

Ōnoki flew upwards.

His eyes were sharp, and he saw that Minato Namikaze Body Flicker Technique relied heavily on a special Kunai.

so--

Just be careful with Kunai, it shouldn't be difficult to dodge them, or you can even kill the opponent directly with Dust Release!

The air is their home turf.

That was what he originally thought.

But in the next instant, an astonishing Chakra erupted from below.

That is...

He was immediately drawn to what was below, and then quickly realized something was wrong.

Feint to the east while attacking in the west!

Ōnoki's Chakra exploded.

Dust Release: Dust Release: Detachment of the Primitive World Technique!

The cone-shaped technique enveloped the area where Minato Namikaze's Flying Thunder God had appeared, but Minato's speed was faster than he had imagined, and he was already on the other side in the blink of an eye.

at the same time--

Below, the water dragon roared.

Immortal Technique: Thunder Lightning Water Dragon Bullet!

The roaring water dragon spun upwards, its rolling thunderous power terrifying.

The other ninja from Iwagakure naturally couldn't let Ōnoki fight alone.

The Ninjutsu, such as Earth Release: Earth Style: Earth Wall and Earth Style: Earth Core, were rapidly unleashed, clearly indicating an intention to wage a positional war against Konoha. If this were the case, Konoha would indeed be no match.

but.

Konoha has only one goal --

Ōnoki!

Above, Ōnoki had just unleashed a Dust Release. Seeing how terrifying Kyohiko's Ninjutsu was, how could he dare to underestimate him?

Immediately, another Dust Release.

This time it's on a larger scale.

The cone-shaped Barrier directly enveloped and devoured the lightning-carrying water dragon, transforming it into an atomic state.

Then--

Boom!

A violent explosion occurred, sending shockwaves surging through the air.

Fortunately, Ōnoki was extremely fast and pulled himself up to steady himself. But the moment he came to a stop, he saw that Minato Namikaze was already right in front of him.

The shape of rock immediately appeared on Ōnoki's fist.

at the same time--

Call out!

Body Flicker Technique behind Minato Namikaze.

The air is his home turf.

Earth Style: Added-Weight Rock Technique!

However.

Before Minato Namikaze's body even began to fall, a brilliant burst of lightning erupted from it.

Lightning Style: Shadow Clone!

Below, Minato Namikaze's true form grabbed Kyohiko and used Flying Thunder God to dodge the endless barrage of Explosive Tag, Kunai, and Shuriken.

"Ouch!"

Ōnoki took the brunt of the explosion.

The lightning disrupted his Added-Weight Rock Technique and also interfered with his Light-Weight Rock Technique, causing him to lose his balance and fall.

at the same time--

under.

Fire Style: Flame Bullet!

Jiraiya arrived in Body Flicker Technique, his Shadow Clone blocking the attack with Earth Style while his main body Hand Seals hand seals and spat out Toad Oil and Fire Style.

Flames coated with Toad Oil shot upwards, transforming into a long, narrow, and enormous flame under his deliberate manipulation.

Ōnoki was furious. He quickly stabilized the Ultra-Light-Weight Rock Technique and then gathered Chakra.

"Jiraiya, are you really going to fight to the bitter end?"

If they fight to the bitter end, he is confident that his Atomic Dismantling Jutsu will inflict heavy losses on Konoha.

Jiraiya's expression was grave.

This technique is extraordinary!

but.

He smirked slightly. "Ōnoki, go ahead and use it. Let's see which is faster, your technique or my man."

Behind them, many Konoha Ninja had dispersed and disappeared into the forest and behind the rocks.

Ōnoki looked up and saw a figure drawing and wielding a sword.

Konoha Style: Willow!

Ōnoki's vision blurred, and he saw several figures leaping up and attacking him, arriving in front of him in the blink of an eye.

That's too fast!

Something's not right!

Ōnoki immediately dispelled the Genjutsu and found that there really was someone standing in front of him.

To be precise --

It should be a Shadow Clone.

Having learned his lesson the hard way, he would never dare to underestimate his opponent again.

Call out!

The knife slashed past him.

Wow, that's fast!

Kyohiko sighed, but didn't feel any regret.

because...

Ōnoki sidestepped.

The next moment--

Flying Thunder God!

Minato Namikaze appeared, slamming his Rasengan into Ōnoki's back.

Ōnoki reacted very quickly.

The moment he saw Minato Namikaze, a rocky arm sprouted from his back to protect him, but the Rasengan was simply too powerful, and...

Minato Namikaze wielded no ordinary Rasengan.

Lightning flashed within the Rasengan.

The vibrating Lightning Style Chakra, though only a small portion, gave the Rasengan a stronger piercing power.

Boom!

Ōnoki plummeted towards the ground.

The figure vanished in the next instant.

Below, Jiraiya's Shadow Clone, along with several Shadow Clone, covered the area with Ninjutsu and secret techniques, while the real Jiraiya made a complete escape without lingering.

As the fallen Ōnoki endured the pain, he looked up and saw only several Kunai flying towards him.

He combined his powers, condensed the Dust Release once more, and with one strike, swallowed all the Kunai.

Immediately afterward, Kitsuchi leaped up from below and caught him steadily.

Ōnoki's forehead was covered in cold sweat.

"Medical Ninja, quick! Medical Ninja!"

The Kitsuchi roared.

Soon, Medical Ninja arrived, carrying a stretcher.

Ōnoki pushed him away.

He suppressed his pain. "What's with the Wood Release technique?"

treat?

What a load of crap!

He wouldn't be able to sleep tonight until he figured out what was going on in Konoha.

"Dad, you can receive treatment while I have someone talk to you."

The Kitsuchi was immediately calmed.

Enduring the pain and anger, Ōnoki lay on the stretcher, where the Medical Ninja quickly began to treat him.

Meanwhile, the people who had participated in the battle at Kannabi Bridge recounted what had happened.

Upon hearing Ōnoki, Onoki immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

"He didn't participate in the battle?"

"Yes."

Everyone nodded.

Ōnoki breathed a sigh of relief.

So fast! Konoha's Wood Release is just for show; it doesn't have the ability to participate in combat yet.

He was intimidated by Konoha.

Ōnoki sneered, "Jiraiya the schemer. He used a fake to make me wary, and then killed so many of us for nothing!"

He was furious.

If that guy hadn't spread those false rumors earlier, how could he have been distracted and ended up getting beaten so badly?

Ōnoki was searching for the guy who had spoken earlier when suddenly...

"Ouch!"

"Lord Tsuchikage, what's wrong?"

"My back, my back is hurt!"

Ōnoki's forehead was covered in cold sweat.

The Medical Ninja swallowed hard, and finally the squad leader replied, "Lord Tsuchikage, you have some damage to the muscles and tendons in your lower back and need further treatment."

"Damn Jiraiya!"

Ōnoki roared.

He was acutely aware of the flaws in his Ninjutsu.

Light-Weight Rock Technique Dust Release are fine, but Super-Weighted Rock Technique Ultra-Added-Weight Rock Technique, combined with Rock Fist Technique, will put a great strain on the waist.

Therefore, his back was not in good condition to begin with.

result.

This blow aggravated his lower back injury!

Damn it!

He suppressed his anger.

Can it be cured?

"Yes, yes!"

The four nodded repeatedly.

They immediately began to treat him with great care, not daring to say "no" at this moment.

At that moment, an Anbu Ninja rushed over.

Upon getting closer, he paused for a moment.

"Lord Tsuchikage..."

"Get to the point!"

Ōnoki said irritably.

The other party nodded and took out two scrolls from his waist, handing them to Ōnoki.

"Lord Tsuchikage, this is intelligence gathered by our spies. It's extremely important, and we sent it back from the Land of Wind overnight. They themselves have been exposed and suffered considerable losses."

Upon hearing this, Ōnoki excitedly remembered, but then "crack!" he strained his back again.

Damn it!

He was seething with anger, but he had no choice but to let the Medical Ninja behind him continue the treatment.

Then, he lay down on the stretcher and let Kitsuchi unroll the scroll.

The first one...

The Third Kazekage is dead?

Ōnoki was shocked, even horrified.

The Third Kazekage was younger than him, but his strength was not weak. His Magnet Release and Iron Sand World Method were rarely matched, and even if he couldn't win, he wouldn't die.

how so?

However, apart from that sentence, there was no other information.

He continued reading to the next article.

"Konoha used the Deep Forest Emergence technique to kill about a hundred people from Sunagakure, including Ebizo."

The Deep Forest Emergence?!

Ōnoki's pupils contracted.

How could that be!

He had previously concluded that Konoha's Wood Release ninjas were weak and might not be able to participate in the battle.

result.

The Sunagakure suffered a great loss due to Wood Release.

If I hadn't received this information...

Ōnoki was covered in cold sweat.

Insidious!

How insidious!

Who is in charge of the Land of Grass?

Could Orochimaru have come too?

Ōnoki immediately sat up. "Where's Orochimaru? Is he still on Kikyo Mountain?"

"I haven't heard anything about Orochimaru leaving."

"That's strange! Who else could be so insidious besides him?"