"Yes, Mr. Muzan."
Hizashi Hyuga did not underestimate him because of his age.
Muzan was in charge of this mission. He would lead the team through Iwagakure's barrier and reach Kannabi Bridge!
"From here on, we'll follow this route. Do not stop along the way."
Muzan held a map marked with several points requiring attention. Taking the timing of the assault into account, he pointed at a red circle ahead.
"This is the most dangerous point on our route. As long as we get through safely, the rest of the journey will be much easier."
"So, we'll need to remain here for a while during the coming battle!"
Because Konoha kept sending people to strike Kannabi Bridge, Iwagakure was not stupid. They naturally understood why Konoha was doing this, and this defensive line was where the most Konoha teams had been intercepted.
Most of them had even died here.
"Move out!"
Shikaku Nara could not place all his hopes on Muzan. Apart from the team led by Muzan, several other teams waited on the outskirts, all tasked with blowing up Kannabi Bridge.
Several dark figures flashed swiftly around the camp. Muzan's team advanced at high speed, with Hizashi Hyuga at the very front as the team's sensor.
The Hyuga Clan's Byakugan was especially useful. Though he had been born into the Branch House, his brother was the clan head. Aside from the Caged Bird mark on his forehead, his abilities were remarkably well-rounded.
The three people following behind were all powerhouses from their respective clans. It was easy to imagine how important this mission was.
According to the original plan, they would reach the front lines around dusk. At that time, Shikaku Nara would launch a feint attack!
The moment they neared the battlefield, they smelled a thick stench of