The Target of Everyone's Scorn; The Building Is About to Fall

"Phew~ They didn't chase after us, did they?"

The Hideto activated his Byakugan, but he couldn't see any Kumogakure ninjas within his field of vision. However, the fact that the enemy had spotted them first indicated that there were Kumogakure Village ninjas whose sensory range exceeded the Byakugan's observation range.

Of course, this is not unusual.

The best sensory ninjas in the entire Shinobi World are mostly in Konoha.

Because almost everyone in the Hyūga clan with ninja talent can awaken the Byakugan with a little training, the entire clan can be considered sensory ninjas.

If a powerful sensory ninja appeared in another village, they would definitely treat him like a treasure.

It's perfectly normal for a sensory ninja who can travel with the Third Raikage have stronger sensory abilities than a regular Jōnin the branch Branch Family.

"Who would have thought we'd run into the Third Raikage? If it weren't for Kushina, we probably would be dead tonight!"

The Hideto looked at Kushina with a mixture of fear and relief. The Kurama ' power had been feared by the villagers for generations, but once it became an ally, it was incredibly reliable!

Kushina closed her eyes, activated her Mind's Eye of the Kagura to sense the Third Raikage and the others, and then spoke:

"They've gone quite far, and it seems they're heading back the way they came."

"How is it?" Shiraha asked as he stepped forward. After all, Kushina had just used the Nine-Tails Chakra Mode and then unleashed the "Crimson Dragon Armor". In the past, when she used two abilities at the same time, she would run out of energy.

"It's alright. After all, it wasn't a long battle, so the exertion was minimal." Kushina knew what Shiraha was worried about, and shook her head, saying, "The Shinobi World is truly full of strong individuals. The Third Raikage is much stronger than the rumors suggest."

It seems the information about him fighting the Eight-Tails for a day and a night is true.

I used all my strength from the start, but I didn't expect him to take my attack head-on without getting hurt.

"Hmph, the Eight-Tails is not bad, but it's still not as good as me. Even if you use one-tenth of my power well, you can handle most ninjas!" the Mini Nine-Tails said proudly.

The Third Raikage is indeed strong, because he wasn't injured in his First Shinobi World War with me. What a statement from Versailles!

However, considering that Kushina had previously beaten up Uchiha Madara, Shiraha was qualified to say such a thing.

"I give up!"

The Hideto gave a thumbs up.

Chiho closed her Three-Tomoe Sharingan and gave Kushina a deep look. The difference in their abilities was too great!

"Shiraha, what are you thinking about?"

Seeing that Shiraha remained silent, Kushina couldn't help but ask.

Since the Third Raikage and the others did not pursue her, she released the Nine-Tails Chakra.

Shiraha came back to his senses and nodded slightly, saying, "I was thinking that we should first head north into the Land of Frost, and then head east to prepare to enter the heart of the Land of Lightning. The Third Raikage and his group happened to be heading west when they encountered us."

Excluding this chance encounter, the Kumogakure ninjas were originally heading west with a clear purpose.

The Third Raikage, along with a dozen Jōnin, could easily destroy a small country. What was their purpose?

"They probably want to sneak into the Land of Fire and launch a surprise attack, right?" the Hideto asked uncertainly.

"No." Shiraha shook his head. "Their direction is clear; they're heading straight west."

"The Third Raikage and the others should have gone to the Earth Country," Chiho said. "Because the village had First Shinobi World War with Iwagakure, there are already more than two thousand ninja stationed on the northern border, as well as the Three Ninja Lord Jiraiya and the Yellow Flash."

With over a dozen Hyūga ninjas stationed at various outposts, even the Kumogakure's sensory ninjas, with their superior perception abilities, could not enter the heart of the Land of Fire undetected.

Therefore, it is very likely that the Third Raikage went west to meet with the Third Tsuchikage of Iwagakure, preparing for the two villages to re-ally against Konoha.

Or perhaps the Third Raikage simply wanted to launch a surprise attack on Iwagakure's stronghold.

"That's pretty much what I was thinking too." Shiraha nodded.

"But if the Kumogakure ninjas weren't aiming to attack Konoha, but rather Iwagakure, why did they turn back after encountering us?"

Kushina asked, puzzled, only to find that Shiraha, Chiho, Hideto were all looking at her with strange expressions.

Why are you all looking at me like that?

The Hideto said quietly, "Because the Third Raikage originally thought that Iwagakure of Ōnoki was his biggest enemy, but now he has discovered that there is an even stronger opponent in Konoha, so the primary target has changed."

"Are you talking about me?" Kushina blinked her big eyes, pointing at herself with a puzzled expression.

[Sigh~] In the Sealing Space, the Mini Nine-Tails covered its face.

"Assuming our speculation is correct, I think the Third Raikage will not only not attack Iwagakure, but may also share Kushina's information with the Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki, and then join forces with Iwagakure to deal with Konoha."

Shiraha's expression was solemn, but he secretly chuckled to himself.

This is exactly what I wanted; the more chaotic the better.

During the Second Ninja World War, Kumogakure launched a surprise attack on Iwagakure. Even if Iwagakure and Kumogakure are temporarily allied now, they are definitely harboring their own ulterior motives and are unlikely to cooperate fully.

After all, only the Third Raikage had actually fought Kushina. Even if Ōnoki believed the Third Raikage's words, he must have had some suspicions in his heart and would definitely think about conserving his strength during the war.

Each country does not want Konoha to continue being the dominant force in the Shinobi World, but they also do not want to expend so much effort and resources only to benefit other villages.

If Konoha can withstand the first wave of attacks from various countries, then it will likely be another prolonged war of attrition.

"It seems we need to get back to the village as soon as possible and get the information back so the higher-ups can make a decision," Hideto said in a deep voice. The village is already struggling to deal with both Sunagakure and Iwagakure at the same time. If Kumogakure is added to the mix, it will be even more troublesome. Moreover, if Kirigakure, which has been holding back, also gets involved at this time, Konoha will be surrounded on all sides.

"Okay, let's get back to camp as soon as possible."

Chiho nodded.

"Why are you all able to think about things so clearly?" Kushina looked at the three of them with a puzzled expression.

"This"

The three of them looked at Kushina with some speechlessness.

You can't say she's stupid, after all, in the face of absolute power, no amount of thinking will make a difference.

Although most people do not have absolute power, they must develop in all aspects, both to enhance their strength and to think diligently.

But the person in front of us is clearly an exception.

Despite being the same age as them, he was already able to comment on the strength of the Third Raikage.

Even though it relied on the power of the Kurama, being able to use the Kurama ' abilities is already a remarkable achievement.

If the Kurama were transplanted into their bodies, they would be lucky to even survive, let alone utilize Kurama power.

all in all.

Kushina is awesome!

"It's alright. You may not have a brain, but you have me." The Mini Nine-Tails fox said calmly inside the Sealing Space.

"Mmm-hmm!" Kushina nodded, then suddenly realized, "Who are you calling brainless? Humph! I have Shiraha, what do I need a brain for?"

"How can you say something like that so confidently?" Kurama couldn't help but complain.

"It's no use if you envy me!" Kushina said proudly.

Kurama: [.]

"Let's go back." Shiraha nodded.

"I'm tired, I can't walk anymore."

Kushina suddenly said.

Shiraha was stunned for a moment, and when he saw Kushina glance at Chiho, he immediately realized what was going on.

"Come on up."

Shiraha approached Kushina and crouched down.

Kushina jumped lightly and hugged Shiraha's neck tightly.

"I wasn't even wounded this badly on the front lines during Second Shinobi World War!"

The Hideto curled his lip.

Shiraha glared at Hideto. This guy was a repressed flirt. He seemed aloof on the surface, but once you got to know him, he was full of witty banter.

Chiho followed the group silently.

Iwagakure.

Meeting room.

The Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki, and a group of high-ranking officials from Iwagakure gathered here.

The topic they were discussing was the information passed on by the Third Raikage, A— Konoha's Jinchuriki had mastered the power of the Tailed Beast and were suspected of becoming Perfect Jinchuriki.

"Everyone, what are your thoughts on the Third Raikage's proposal?"

Ōnoki spoke first.

"Kumogakure cannot be trusted. If they hadn't attacked us from behind during the last great battle, we would have crushed Konoha long ago!"

"A Jōnin said angrily."

"I agree with that. It's hard to guarantee that the Kumogakure won't use the same old tricks again, pretending to ally with us to deal with the Konoha, and then launching a sneak attack from behind at a crucial moment."

We can't be fooled twice!

The higher-ups still remember the grudge of being ambushed by Kumogakure last time. After all, the main force of Iwagakure was in the Land of Rain when they were ambushed by Kumogakure and their retreat was cut off. They were then attacked by the main forces of Amegakure and Konoha, suffering heavy losses.

Only six or seven years have passed since that First Shinobi World War, and some of the high-ranking officials' family members died in that First Shinobi World War. How could they not hate the Kumogakure?

"I understand what everyone means. While Kumogakure certainly hateful, Konoha is still the overlord of the Shinobi World. The matter of the Nine-Tailed Jinchuriki must be taken seriously, after all, it is the strongest Tailed Beast, the Kurama."

When Uchiha Madara First Shinobi World War the First Hokage, he severely injured the First with the help of the Kurama ' power.

One can only imagine how terrifying the Kurama ' power is!

Ōnoki's eyes revealed deep apprehension. The shadow left on him by Madara in his youth had not yet faded; it was a godlike power.

"Konoha Jinchuriki, and so do we. Moreover, Roshi and Han are good at using the power of the Tailed Beast. Even if they can't defeat a Nine-Tailed Jinchuriki, they can at least stall her."

One ninja analyzed it.

Ōnoki nodded and said, "Roshi isn't in the village right now, so we can't contact him for the time being. It's just Han and me. Even if we face the Nine-Tailed Jinchuriki, I can't say we can definitely win."

Moreover, Konoha's Yellow Flash is a big problem!

If I go to the front lines, the Third Hokage will definitely be deployed as well, and then Konoha and Iwagakure will engage in a full-scale bloodbath, allowing other villages to benefit for nothing.

Since we're going to fight, we can't just be the ones making the moves!

I've sent someone to inform the Third Raikage that I agree to the proposal to join forces against Konoha, but Kumogakure must show us their sincerity.

In addition, he wrote a letter to the Third Mizukage, inviting him to join him in fighting Konoha.

Otherwise, if we win, Kirigakure will have to see if Kumogakure and Sunagakure agree to intervene.

"Yes!"

Although it was a meeting to discuss the matter, once Ōnoki made a decision, most of the senior executives would still support it.

After all, under his leadership, Iwagakure has become increasingly powerful over the years.

Only three months had passed since Shiraha and his companions encountered the Third Raikage, but the situation had rapidly deteriorated.

The Kumogakure Jiraiya his ultimate Sage Mode to First Shinobi World War the Third Raikage, but still suffered minor injuries.

On the other side, the Iwagakure army used the Land of Grass as its forward base to harass the border, forcing Minato Namikaze to go to the northwest border to take charge of the overall situation.

At this point, the bitter consequences of lacking a top-tier expert to oversee the situation were beginning to emerge.

If Hatake Sakumo were still alive, his strength would definitely have increased even further after these years of fighting.

With him on any of the three fronts —the Western Borderlands, the northwest, and the northeast—the situation would definitely change dramatically.

Just as the world marveled at Konoha's formidable strength, capable of simultaneously confronting the Three Great Shinobi Villages, Kirigakure, which had remained inactive, launched an attack. They used the island nation of the Southwest, the Land of the Sea, to launch an attack on Konoha, and occupied the ruins of the Land of Whirlpools, continuously harassing the Land of Fire.

For a time, even the towering tree of Konoha seemed to be teetering on the brink of collapse.