Unexpected Battle

Yuu had still underestimated the scale of war. Once both sides clashed, the battlefield became a meat grinder. Ninja died every moment; the person before your eyes might be blown to death by an Explosive Tag the next instant.

Smack!

A slap landed on Nawaki's head. Losing focus during wartime could cost him his life.

Just moments ago, he had confidently believed he could distinguish himself in war and at least qualify to compete for the position of Hokage. But when the real battle arrived, it was completely different from what Nawaki had imagined.

The horrific scene before him had terrified him senseless. His body was splattered with blood, and he had no idea whether it belonged to enemies or comrades.

"It hurts!"

The pain brought Nawaki back to his senses. The bloodlust clouding his mind had nearly been shattered by the war. With lingering fear on his face, he leaned against Uchiha Yuu and panted heavily.

"War is really too terrifying!"

"This is only the beginning, idiot!"

Fortunately, Yuu had pulled him away from the center of the battlefield beforehand. Although enemy ninja were present on the outskirts, the fighting was less intense there, and Yuu had ways to deal with it.

Uchiha Yuu revealed his Sharingan. Its terrifying dynamic vision allowed him to see every movement his enemies made in battle, even the gestures they used to form hand seals, letting him predict their next jutsu.

Of course, every advantage came with drawbacks. The Uchiha Clan's strength and the value of their bloodline made many ninja view Uchiha Yuu as prey.

"A brat from the Uchiha Clan!"

"Quick, gouge out his eyes! That's an inheritable Kekkei Genkai ability!"

"You hold him off while I go grab him!"

In an instant, two ninja broke through the defensive line and