Danzo Must Die!

The Land of Water, outside Kyoto.

Karatachi Yagura's gaze was cold as he silently looked toward Kyoto, while Hozuki Mangetsu stood beside him, not daring to breathe.

The current Karatachi Yagura is filled with a sense of oppression.

The scariest thing is that Yagura is still laughing now...

That chilling smile terrified him, as if he might be killed instantly if he said the wrong thing.

Although he possesses the Hydrification Technique, it doesn't mean he's invincible.

However, Hozuki Mangetsu's mind was filled with the instructions his Genji had given him earlier—

We must stop the Mizukage!

What should I take?

Hozuki Mangetsu took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "Mizukage, our goal is still to bring peace between the two sides. Now that Feudal Lord Daimyo is aware of this, he will definitely send someone to negotiate!"

"You mean, I should go in and talk to them, but what if things don't go well?"

Karatachi Yagura turned to look at him.

Hozuki Mangetsu felt a sudden jolt of fear; a bad feeling crept over him.

The next moment, Yagura laughed and said, "Since you have so many opinions, why don't you go? As a member of the Hozuki Clan, your Hydrification Technique allows you to escape quickly along the river, which can definitely guarantee no casualties."

"How about it?"

Yagura had a smile on his face.

Hozuki Mangetsu hesitated for a moment, then looked up and met Yagura's expression, immediately gritting his teeth and replying, "Yes!"

He left, and soon after, he saw a place outside the city brightly lit.

Based on my senses, there are quite a few ninjas there. The Kaguya Clan and the Yuki Clan have already gathered, and their auras are currently very complex.

Battle is imminent.

Hozuki Mangetsu was filled with worry, yet there was nothing he could do about it.

Even though he was born into the Hozuki Clan, he was only Jonin in the ninja village, and the reasons why he was able to serve as the captain of the Anbu were complicated.

On one hand, the sudden death of the Suikazan Fuguki.

No one expected that Suikazan Fuguki, an Jonin, would disappear along with his sword after a trip to the Land of Wind.

To this day, Kirigakure has still not been able to reclaim Samehada.

On the other hand, Yagura gradually became disappointed with the performance of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.

Of the seven, only four remain who are still capable of fighting, and they are all terrified and have long lost their former high spirits.

Those four were good at bullying those weaker than them, but when it came to getting them to fight or struggle, they were completely uncooperative. Even if they did do something, it was only outwardly compliant but inwardly defiant.

It's better to use something from the younger generation.

Hozuki Mangetsu obtained the position of Anbu Captain by virtue of this wind and the power of his family.

He had little say in the Anbu, and even less status in the village.

"Elder, I'm afraid we can't be of any help."

Hozuki Mangetsu sighed inwardly, then ran wildly into the city.

"Chief Jiuxiong, what exactly is going on? Without a definite answer, we're losing control of the tribe!"

Kaguya Raizo a low voice.

With a bitter expression, Yuki Hisao said, "The nobleman who contacted me did indeed say that we should first clash with Mist Village to test our strength."

"How can you touch that? What do they take war for?!"

Kaguya Raizo furious.

Even he knew that war was not child's play; there was no reason to start a conflict so easily.

Those are human lives!

At that moment, he felt a pang of regret.

If I had known these nobles were like this, I should have taken my clan to Konoha instead of staying in the Land of Water.

In this situation, it's too late to run away.

"Then kill them!"

Raizo his teeth, his anger rising to his brow.

The situation was complicated, and the more he thought about it, the more his head ached.

Since things have come to this, why not just launch an attack and fight Kirigakure head-on!

Anyway.

Regardless of life or death, at least Kaguya Clan has offspring who have escaped, enough to carry on the family bloodline, so there are no more worries about the future.

"Did you give it your all?"

"Otherwise, you think you can just take the money and run?"

Raizo sneered.

Then, he turned and walked towards his family.

As Yuki Hisao hesitated, he saw many members of the Yuki Clan returning from outside the clan's territory and quickly coming to him.

"Clan leader, the Mist Village forces are pressing in!"

"Um?"

Yuki Hisao was surprised.

Then, he looked ahead.

Although the sound was soft, ninjas had indeed arrived, and there were quite a few of them, likely all of them elites from Kirigakure.

His expression turned serious, and he immediately took out a signal flare.

Since that's the case, we have no choice but to fight.

Bang!

After a brief commotion between the two clans, and then, amidst the chaos, a hundred or two people emerged from the territories of the Yuki Clan and Kaguya Clan.

The lights were on full display.

Kaguya Raizo led his men and charged straight in.

"Karatachi Yagura? Hmph, I didn't expect you to come in person!"

"Oh."

Yagura glanced around, gave a cold laugh, and said indifferently, "I'm waiting for specific news from the city. I don't want to fight you for the time being."

Raizo sneered, "You've already reached the gate, and you're saying you don't want to fight? Clan members, kill!"

Despite Raizo's intense killing intent, Yagura remained calm and composed.

He knew that the person in front of him was the patriarch of the Kaguya Clan, the strongest in the Kaguya Clan, and he was also aware of the Kaguya Clan's power.

but...

So what?

Yagura didn't care at all, and instead said, "Step back, we won't attack first."

"Yes!"

As he retreated, the Jonin of Kirigakure retreated one by one into the forest Jonin, but given the nature of the Kaguya Clan, how could they possibly retreat when the enemy was right in front of them?

Then, shouts of battle rang out from outside.

The Kaguya Clan had no concept of retreat; with them in front, the Yuki Clan members also mustered their courage.

In an instant, ice and bone blossomed in the forest.

However.

At the same time, a mirror appeared in the forest, and then figures appeared in the mirror.

Water Style: Water Mirror Technique!

The copied Ninjutsu was equally powerful, and layers of ice blocked the Kaguya Clan's advance.

Yagura remained calm, his hands Hand Seals to maintain the effect of the Water Mirror Technique.

at the same time--

This was also to cover the forces behind them.

Before long, a terrifying Chakra gathered in the forest.

That is...

"Tailed Beast?!"

Kaguya Raizo a chill run through his body. The next moment, he saw the figure before him vanish, turning into a cloud of foam.

Including Karatachi Yagura).

All Mist Village Ninjas are Shadow Clone!

The next instant, two Tailed Beast Bomb illuminated the forest.

That night, many people saw the two bright lights shining on the horizon.

Inside the castle, the Samurai who had originally intended to stop Hozuki Mangetsu were stunned into place upon hearing a deafening roar.

On the contrary, Hozuki Mangetsu was the first to react.

This is...

Tailed Beast Bomb!

He was completely stunned.

We agreed to let him come in first and talk, didn't we?

As a result, no sooner had he left than Yagura engaged in battle with the Kaguya Clan and Yuki Clan, and he immediately used the power of the Tailed Beast.

After his Hozuki Mangetsu let out a sigh.

He understood.

Karatachi Yagura never intended to let the Kaguya Clan and Yuki Clan go; from the very beginning, he had already planned what to do.

The idea of asking me to talk is just a way to get rid of me.

Stop.

Hozuki Mangetsu sighed, "It's meaningless now."

Tailed Beast Jinchuriki are certainly not invincible.

but.

It is nighttime.

Secondly, the very existence of Karatachi Yagura, is enough to attract most of the attention.

With their intentions aligned with the enemy's unpreparedness, a single attack would inflict devastating losses on the Yuki Clan and Kaguya Clan, making their eventual defeat inevitable.

"What?"

"The fighting has already broken out outside, so there's no point in you stopping me. I just want to see His Feudal Lord Daimyo and, as the elders have ordered, bring this farce to a close as soon as possible!"

After Hozuki Mangetsu finished speaking, he looked at them and then disappeared.

Call out!

The blade sliced through his body, splashing water everywhere, but Hozuki Mangetsu was completely unfazed and charged straight at him.

At this moment, he no longer cared about hierarchy or social order.

A fight has broken out outside. If we don't stop it soon, both of the Kekkei Genkai families might be wiped out.

Hozuki Mangetsu rushed all the way to the main hall.

Who is it?

A sleepy-eyed Feudal Lord, Daming, walked out of the house with the help of others.

He was puzzled.

"You're... that child from the Hozuki Clan, right? What happened?"

"Feudal Lord Excellency, your subordinate Hozuki Mangetsu has come to discuss matters between the village and the Guardian Ninja, but the Kaguya Clan seems to have lost their patience, leading to a conflict with our people."

Hozuki Mangetsu hurriedly said.

Although he didn't know the specifics, he was certain that the village couldn't be in the wrong; the Kaguya Clan was the scapegoat.

The Feudal Lord was dumbfounded.

He was stunned for a long time before he gradually came to his senses.

The Kirigakure has come demanding an explanation!

Feudal Lord sighed.

In fact, he knew long ago that this method was unreliable, but he couldn't resist the people under him wanting to try it, even though he was already old.

Even if he can suppress the thoughts of his subordinates for the time being, what will happen after he passes away?

It's better to take advantage of the present, when you have enough prestige to at least hold your own.

"Has the Mizukage arrived?"

"Lord Mizukage is outside. After all, the Kaguya Clan is too warlike, and Lord Mizukage dares not leave."

"Hozuki Mangetsu said in a low voice."

Feudal Lord nodded slightly.

He knew this wasn't the truth, but it didn't matter; at least Hozuki Mangetsu had preserved some semblance of dignity, giving everyone a way out.

"Go see the Mizukage."

The next day, most of the nobles learned what had happened the day before.

The light illuminating the distant forest was actually Tailed Beast Bomb.

The terrifying power derived from the Tailed Beast is something even the Kaguya Clan cannot withstand, and it is usually used as the strongest weapon of the ninja villages.

However.

No one expected that the first use of this technique would be by the ninjas of their own country.

Overnight, the forest was leveled.

Countless bones became new trees, standing tall on the former ruins.

That was the Kaguya Clan's most powerful secret technique.

Dance of the Early Bracken!

Even among the Kaguya Clan, very few can utilize it.

Amidst the ruins, Karatachi Yagura, his eyes filled with indifference and boredom.

The Kaguya Clan today...

Too weak!

Although it caused considerable casualties to Kirigakure, all of them died, and they were unable to unleash any secret techniques that would surprise him even more.

It's the same old routine.

"Lord Mizukage..."

"Manyue, you did a great job. The decision to promote you was definitely the right one. Those people had long since lost their courage."

Karatachi Yagura looked at Hozuki Mangetsu.

Last night, this kid gave him a pleasant surprise.

Kirigakure and the Land of Water have a way out, and in the current situation, it's the best possible outcome for Kirigakure.

Then he smiled and said, "I remember you're skilled with swords. Which sword do you want?"

"The Kubikiribōchō!"

Hozuki Mangetsu did not hesitate.

The current owner of the Hiramekarei is his elder, so it's unrealistic to expect him to hand over the Hiramekarei willingly. However, with the help of his family, it shouldn't be too difficult to obtain it.

Between the two currently unclaimed swords, he would much rather have the one that is the Kubikiribōchō.

Their clan's secret techniques are a perfect match for this sword.

However.

Karatachi Yagura smiled slightly and said, "This sword won't do. I've already given it to someone else. You can choose another one."

"Then Nuibari."

Hozuki Mangetsu.

Yagura nodded. "Okay, take that knife when you get back."

"Thank you, Lord Mizukage!"

"It's nothing. I'm never stingy with rewards for those who have made contributions."

Yagura answered calmly.

Then, he chuckled softly.

"Go get to work. After I finish speaking with the Feudal Lord, you'll handle the matters with the nobles. Your Hozuki Clan is good at dealing with them."

"Yes!"

The Land of Fire, Konoha.

Tsunade the intelligence report in her hand, frowning and remaining silent.

After a long while, she rolled up the scroll.

Are you confident?

"Normally, intelligence takes two days to arrive, so the intelligence we received is from two days ago."

Kyohiko said, "The Land of Water should already be at war!"

Tsunade nodded slightly.

She agreed with Kyohiko's assessment.

There must be chaos in the Land of Water, but she felt a vague unease.

"Let's deal with Danzo now..."

"I will first reach an agreement with Feudal Lord Daimyo. Also, Kakashi and the others are waiting at the border. I believe that by the time I arrive in Kyoto, new intelligence will have arrived soon."

Kyohiko said.

Kakashi and his two companions were already able to use the Flying Raijin Formation. Although they were not as proficient as him and Minato Namikaze, teleporting people and information was not a problem.

In that case, the new intelligence should be delivered to Kyoto around tomorrow.

Kyohiko didn't believe that the Feudal Lord and Noble Faction had such strong execution capabilities that they could make a decision today and then tomorrow.

even.

If Danzo and the Noble Faction wanted to do something, a day would be just enough time for them to have a buffer and make arrangements.

At that time--

Only by annihilating them in one fell swoop can we teach them what power truly is.

Only a complete deterrent can truly solve the problem; otherwise, it will only lead to repeated delays and leave the problem for later.

Tsunade nodded.

"Go ahead and do it. I absolutely support you. As for the Old Man and his ilk, with me in charge, they won't be able to cause any trouble!"

"Good."

Kyohiko Flying Thunder God left.

Although Danzo made contributions in the previous war, the very existence of the Guardian Ninja would undermine Konoha's power and prestige, and this should not be tolerated.

Danzo must die!

In an instant, the Anbu base was at the scene.

Minato Namikaze was originally speaking eloquently, explaining the key points of the Flying Raijin Formation.

Before him stood several ninjas carefully selected by the Anbu, who were skilled in Space-Time Ninjutsu and Barrier Technique.

In theory, they could definitely complete the training of the Flying Raijin Formation by cooperating with each other.

but.

But reality was not as expected.

There are still some issues with the current coordination.

Minato Namikaze was about to analyze the situation, a sudden ripple in the space made him stop speaking and look to the side.

The next moment, Kyohiko appeared.

"Minato, hold off for now. We can begin our operation over there."

"Good."