The Tsuchikage gritted his teeth and said, "Iron Earth, watch closely from here on. Make sure you handle this little brat properly."
"Of course, old man," Iron Earth said slowly, his face still utterly expressionless.
The Tsuchikage then turned around and slowly walked back into the formation. At that moment, a cold glint appeared on Iron Earth's face. He gave Li an icy look before following the Tsuchikage into the ranks.
The corner of Li's mouth lifted slightly. The instant the Tsuchikage fully entered the formation, he charged out first. This was the prearranged signal—when Li charged, Konoha moved in full. The other Jonin reacted immediately and rushed forward after Li.
The Chunin and Genin behind them were unwilling to fall behind as well. No matter how strong one was, without sufficient qualifications, there was no chance to be promoted to Jonin. They desperately needed to distinguish themselves in this battle. As long as they performed well and survived, it would at least add a weighty achievement to their future promotions.
Li sharply raised the short blade in his hand. The instant it rose, the many shinobi behind him hurled their Kunai fiercely into the enemy formation.
As those Kunai flew out, a flash of golden light suddenly streaked through the air. In an instant, a swath of people fell within the enemy ranks. Many had their throats pierced by Minato before they could even react. Others did react and attacked Minato, but in the next moment, he had vanished from before them—only to appear behind someone else an instant later and strike again.
Li estimated that Minato's surprise assault had claimed no fewer than thirty lives in an instant. Though the enemy would certainly become more wary of Minato afterward, they would undoubtedly be distracted by him.
However, Li