No wonder Moloi spoke that way.
Earlier, the [A-B Brothers] had led a thousand Hidden Cloud elites to garrison the Land of Hot Water's defensive line, waiting for the right opportunity.
Once Konoha showed any weakness in its war against Hidden Sand, this elite force led by the [A-B Brothers] could seize the chance to attack and ignite the flames of war.
But unexpectedly, Konoha's defenses were airtight, and they immediately saw through Hidden Cloud's intentions.
Hidden Cloud, having been exposed, tried to force the issue, only for every one of their assaults to be repelled. Worse still, the [A-B Brothers], whom they had been so proud of, were left numb by Yellow Flash's dazzling performance and became the stepping stone to his fame!
And now, A was actually so confident, even declaring that he would "crush Konoha."
"Lord A, this is a war that concerns the fate of the nation. You must not act recklessly."
"Recklessly?"
A snorted. Pale blue arcs of lightning seemed to flicker around him, crackling softly. "That mere Yellow Flash—do you really think I can't deal with him? The title of the strongest spear and shield in the shinobi world wasn't earned by hiding in a shell. It was forged with fists!"
"Besides, hasn't Sora already returned to the village?"
"You mean..."
"I don't believe that Konoha, fighting an all-out war against Hidden Sand, can be stronger than Hidden Stone." A's gaze was sharp as a blade. "With the power of my brother and me, Konoha is nothing but a pack of worthless rabble!"
"So, Moloi."
"From this moment on, I will command the entire army in the name of a candidate for the Fourth Raikage! With absolute strength, I will tear open Konoha's turtle shell!"
A's voice was resolute. He no longer looked at