The arrival of the Dawn Hidden Village ships carried an unspeakable secret. Though Akatsuchi had investigated repeatedly, his people simply could not get close. He immediately wrote a letter, preparing to send it to Ōnoki in the rear and let him decide the next course of action, including whether they should be wary of the enemy's intentions.
The two sides maintained a delicate balance. Uchiha Yuu paid no attention to the Iwagakure ninjas in the camp. His focus remained fixed on the surrounding waters. Night had already fallen, and the dim sea provided the enemy with the perfect cover.
Uchiha Yuu fixed his gaze ahead as a layer of green light spread across his hand. Faint radioactive elements covered the entire sea, serving as his eyes and ears. As long as any living creature entered this area, the radioactive elements would cling to them, allowing Uchiha Yuu to sense the enemy's direction.
Uchiha Yuu stood there quietly, a faint smile on his lips. His Sharingan emerged as he said casually:
"Looks like you're preparing to attack. Then let's see what you're truly capable of."
The radioactive elements in his hand began to gather. From the speed and scale of their accumulation, he could tell that the enemy had not come by walking on water, but aboard a large ship. The vessel remained in distant waters, using this method to conserve stamina.
As Uchiha Yuu's words fell, the Dawn Hidden Village ninjas who had been resting quietly opened their eyes together. A killing intent filled the deck. Weapons were drawn with sharp metallic sounds, and the silver Chakra short blades reflected the darkness of the night.
There were three members of the Uchiha family aboard this ship, making the night seem even darker and more ominous.
In an instant, white light