As the Impure World Reincarnation was dispelled, the Impure World Impure World Reincarnation on the Third Hokage quickly fell off. The attacking ninja clan had no time to stop and instantly blasted the Third Hokage, who was still trying to speak, into dust.
"Uh, what was that just now?" Hyuga Hiashi looked at the Third Hokage had suddenly collapsed and immediately understood what had happened.
" Orochimaru must have released his control over the Third Hokage." Nara Shikaku, as the Hokage's secretary, clearly knew more.
"Then wouldn't we have killed the Lord Third?" Looking at the pile of ashes in front of him, Chief Kurama Clan didn't know what to do.
"No, the Lord Third should have been killed by Orochimaru long ago. That technique was called Impure World Reincarnation, a forbidden technique from the Scroll of Sealing that only works on the dead. This means the Lord Third must have been killed before that." Although he had never learned the Impure World Reincarnation technique, Nara Shikaku had heard of its specific uses.
"Damn it! Orochimaru not only killed the Third Hokage, but he also toyed with Third Hokage soul!" The Kurama Clan clan chief looked at the Third Hokage, who had turned into ashes, and couldn't accept it for a moment. This was their great backer. Without the support of the Third Hokage and Root, the Kurama Clan, which was already sparsely populated, would face even greater difficulties in the future.
"Sigh, let's wait for Tsunade and Jiraiya to return before discussing anything else. Send someone to inform Fugaku that everything is over and he doesn't need to come over." Looking at Shinobi Hero returning to dust, Nara Shikaku couldn't help but sigh. No one can escape the fate of death.
"What about these Anbu members?" At the moment, the highest-ranking member was only Nara Shikaku, the Hokage's secretary Inuzuka Ryo looked at the controlled Anbu members and didn't know what to do.
"Let them go. They only got here a little earlier than us." Konoha has suffered heavy losses this time, and these Anbu are one of its important fighting forces.
Hyuga Hiashi standing to the side, wanted to say something, but in the end, he decided not to interfere. Although the Anbu's previous indifference was somewhat inappropriate, it was not his place to meddle in such matters. It was better to avoid trouble.
After a night of commotion, Konoha resumed its normal operations as usual; the Hokage's death had no impact on the Konoha whatsoever.
This is mainly because all the major families have strictly ordered their members not to reveal any information from last night, and have even imposed a strict blockade on the Sarutobi Clan.
Konoha is currently at its weakest point. The Kumogakure delegation is in Konoha, and before Tsunade and Jiraiya return, news of the Hokage's death and the Sarutobi clan's massacre should be kept secret for as long as possible.
Although they knew they might not be able to hide it from the spies in the other villages, as long as they didn't announce it, the other villages would at most be suspicious and wouldn't know the specifics, let alone dare to act rashly. By the time the other villages found out the specific information, Tsunade or Jiraiya would probably have already become the Fifth Hokage.
If they try to cause any trouble again, Konoha will be able to face them calmly under the leadership of the new Hokage.
Uchiha Clan Compound, Uchiha Gen's residence~
" Blaze, where is Tsunade now?" Uchiha Gen had already sent someone to inform Tsunade before the operation even began. Given Jiraiya's personality, the position of Fifth Hokage was undoubtedly Tsunade's.
" Lord Gen, Lady Tsunade has left the Land of Snow and is now on the border of the Land of Fire. I believe it won't be long before the border troops receive news of Lady Tsunade." Given Lord Gen's personal relationship with Lady Tsunade, if Lady Tsunade becomes the Fifth Hokage, doesn't that practically mean our Uchiha Clan has produced a Hokage? Thinking of this Uchiha Liehuo was overwhelmed with excitement. How many years has it been? Our Uchiha Clan has finally produced Hokage!
"Yes, everything is under control. The handover in the Land of Snow went smoothly, didn't it?" Although Natsu Hyuga didn't have much management experience, the Hidden Snow Village was now on the right track and there wasn't much to deal with. Fubuki was there to help with the administrative work, and Natsu Hyuga's strength was enough to keep things in check.
"Everything is normal in Hidden Snow Village, except that some clan elders have died suddenly due to the pressure of work. Lord Gen, should we slow down the pace of the Ninja Academy?" This workload is so heavy that even a landlord's serf wouldn't dare to do it. At least a landlord's serf wouldn't use Shadow Clone Technique.
"There's no need for that. Preserve the bodies of those elders who died suddenly. I will resurrect them later. They sacrificed themselves for the future of the Uchiha Clan; I can't let this go unpunished. Also, let the other elders work overtime without worry. I'll take responsibility if anything goes wrong." These were valuable teaching resources, experienced instructors who died on duty. It's such a pity they died like that. Wouldn't it be wonderful to bring them back to continue teaching through my One's Own Life Reincarnation? Forgive me, elders, it's all for the Uchiha Clan.
"Understood, it was my shortsightedness." Serving Lord Gen is such a reassuring thing. Even if I die, I can be resurrected. I, Uchiha Liehuo, am truly blessed to serve Lord Gen.
Watching the frenzied Uchiha Liehuo, Uchiha Gen's old face flushed. Had he gone too far? Even after death, he was brought back to work two extra days; was he going to cause a workers' revolution in the Land of Snow?
A few days later~
Konoha Hokage's Office Building~
"So much has happened in Konoha while I was away? Orochimaru actually killed my teacher and several elders and defected?" Jiraiya's expression turned serious for the Jiraiya. How could Orochimaru do such a thing? There must be some unknown information behind this. No, I must bring him back and ask him directly.
" Lord Jiraiya, it's hard to believe, but it's true. The Sarutobi Clan has been wiped out, and the only survivor is Asuma, who is far away in the Capital of the Land of Fire. We've already sent someone to inform him." Seeing Jiraiya return, Nara Shikaku finally felt relieved.
"I'll ask Orochimaru about it myself. What about Tsunade? Hasn't she returned yet?" Jiraiya couldn't accept that his best friend would do something so heinous, and he still harbored doubts about Shikaku's information.
" Lord Jiraiya, we don't have the energy to deal with Orochimaru right now. You should focus on becoming the Fifth Hokage first before discussing anything else." Personally, Nara Shikaku preferred Jiraiya to become the Fifth Hokage. Tsunade was, after all, a woman. It's not that the Hokage Position can't be inherited by a woman, but the Ninja World is a world where strength is paramount, and in situations of equal standing, a woman's intimidation power is sometimes indeed less than a man's.
After all, physical appearance can be a form of intimidation. The Fourth Raikage's mere presence would make even weaker enemies tremble with fear, Lady Tsunade's presence would inspire lust in even the most powerless gamblers. That's the difference between genders.