The current Konoha has five Hokage. With this kind of combat power, there should be no problem in dealing with Black Zetsu.
This is where Konoha's current confidence lies. To be honest, if four Hokages are brought directly to the front line to show their strength, it is estimated that the war will be over soon.
However, the purpose of Aoba is not to win the war, but to deal with Black Zetsu. Therefore, this battle still has to be fought. Because if we don't fight, Black Zetsu will not show up.
The armies of the ninja world set off much faster than in reality. After all, there are seal scrolls in this world. The ninjas themselves are also superhuman.
Within just three days, the first frontline troops had left the village and rushed to the frontline.
Aoba, as the commander-in-chief, did not go directly to the front line.
The battle line is divided into two and a half, Land of Earth attacks from the northwest. Land of Lightning attacks from the northeast. The remaining Kirigakure attack from the east sea.
As for Kirigakure, Aoba was directly handed over to Mei Terumī. It was considered a family matter of their village.
Mei Terumī is also very clear about what Aoba means. Once they cannot stop them, Kirigakure will almost have no need to exist. Therefore, she issued a military order and will definitely stop Kirigakure. She will never let Kirigakure harm any Land of Fire people.
Just when Aoba was about to go to the front line in person, a letter asking for help was sent to Aoba.
It is a distress letter from Grass Ninja. The army of Iwagakure has already assembled at the border of Grass Ninja. Grass Ninja has always regarded itself as the younger brother of Konoha.
At this time, it is natural to ask the boss for help.
Aoba glanced at the information and responded.
"Reply to Grass Ninja. Konoha will need some time to prepare for a two-front battle. Let them set up a defense line to block the first wave of Iwagakure's offensive. Before we arrive, if any ninja from Iwagakure enters Land of Fire, I will ask Kusagakure."
The herald was stunned for a moment, but did not raise any questions. Aoba is now in a high position, and many things do not need explanation.
Grass Ninja used to have a very comfortable life. But since Aoba came to power, life has become worse day by day. In the previous Hozuki Castle incident, Konoha did not give any face at all.
Grass Ninja seemed to have noticed that the wind direction had changed. He didn't even fart. This made Aoba's subsequent methods useless.
I originally thought that after finishing Black Zetsu, I would take care of Grass Ninja. Now that the war has begun in advance, I will take care of it in the meantime.
This village is actually a good place, with good resources and population. However, the ninja inheritance is not very good. Without top masters, it cannot become a big success. It can only be Konoha's little brother.
Aoba has been coveting this place Grass Ninja for a long time. This time he is going to take the opportunity to devour it directly.
"Your Majesty, Commander-in-Chief, Sand Ninja has received a reply. They have assembled their troops and can cooperate with us to attack Iwagakure."
Gaara is relatively reliable. Konoha is already making preparations as soon as the news comes out.
But now Sand Ninja's vitality is far from restored. It has only assembled four thousand ninja troops. It can only be said to be better than nothing.
A real Shinobi World war involves not only a few big countries participating in the war. What is even more frightening are the small countries nearby.
Land of Rain is one of them. As the biggest victim in the war between Konoha and Iwagakure, they suffered a lot. Even now they can't breathe.
If Nagato had not established Akatsuki and controlled Land of Rain, the current Land of Rain might have been annexed by Land of Earth.
As soon as the news about Fourth Shinobi World War came out, Konan immediately contacted Aoba.
Aoba didn't want to fight at Land of Rain this time. He had decided to put the battlefield at Land of Grass.
After all, Land of Rain is now guarded by Nagato. And because the timeline is advanced, Nagato's body can still hold on. It is really dangerous to face Nagato.
Therefore, Iwagakure and Konoha have a tacit understanding. By default, the battlefield is selected at Land of Grass.
It can only be said that in the face of the interests of big countries, those small countries really have no say or even human rights.
"Nagato, I have received the exact news. This war will not affect Land of Rain."
"Really, it's news from Aoba Kamikawa." Nagato has always known that Konan is connected to Aoba.
"Yes."
"In this case, we can also take advantage of the situation."
"Nagato, your body."
"It doesn't matter, I just have to take action while my body can still hold on. The Shinobi World war is an excellent opportunity. Jinchūriki in all the major ninja villages will enter a state of war. As long as they leave the ninja village, we will take action.
The notice continues, Akatsuki members have entered a state of war. Start comprehensively collecting information about Jinchūriki."
"I understand."
Konoha, Aoba are at home. Yumi is lying on Aoba with a flushed face.
"Aren't you Hokage Advisor? Why do you want to go to the front line?"
"Yumi, I am the commander-in-chief. And I also hold the title of Konoha's number one master. How could I not go to the front line?
And there's nothing to worry about. You don't know my strength yet, and few people on the battlefield can hurt me."
"There aren't many people, so that means there are still. It's not dangerous. Can't we not go? Can't we let Kakashi go?"
Yumi is tired of being in Aoba's arms and doesn't want to get up. She doesn't have much sense of belonging to Konoha. In other words, all her sense of belonging lies with Aoba and Karin.
If Konoha and Aoba are in danger at the same time, she will save Aoba first without hesitation for a second.
Even if Aoba is planning to betray Konoha, she will not hesitate to attack the familiar Konoha Ninja. If possible, she really does not want Aoba to be in any danger.
"Kakashi has already gone with the vanguard. I am the second batch. I told you, this is not just a matter of war. The most important thing is to find out who is behind the scenes.
Moreover, after I left, Konoha was not absolutely safe. I left backup in the village. But it was not 100% safe. If something happened, you could help me out.
Of course, if the situation goes bad, the main thing is to protect yourself and Karin."
"I understand. Team 7 won't you go to the battlefield this time?"
"I won't go for the time being. They are a reserve force. But Sakura wants to go with me, as the first batch of medical ninjas to enter the front line."
"Then you try to take care of her. The little girl is so sensible, don't let her get hurt."
"Yumi, the battlefield is not a game. Even I can't guarantee that she will be unscathed. However, I will try my best."
"Since you have to go on an expedition tomorrow, I will rely on you this time. (Abridged)"
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