" Hiruzen, what happened?"
Seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi's shocked expression, Utatane Koharu quickly asked him what was wrong.
Hiruzen Sarutobi handed the intelligence scroll to Utatane Koharu and then proceeded to puff on his pipe.
Danzo couldn't resist going over to take a look, and was equally shocked, exclaiming:
"How is that possible!"
That's impossible!
How could Sunagakure possibly have killed Hanzō?
The intelligence scroll clearly stated that Hanzo of the Salamander was leading the elite forces of Amegakure, preparing to attack the Land of Wind.
As a result, he was killed on the spot by three Sunagakure ninjas at the border of the Land of Wind, and his body was blown to pieces by Explosive Tag!
Ordinary Rain Ninja didn't even know what Mutually Multiplying Explosive Tags were; they simply assumed they were killed by Explosive Tag or special Ninjutsu.
Previously, there was Shukaku and various Ninjutsu clashes, which ordinary ninjas couldn't distinguish at all, let alone spies relying on secondhand information.
There is only one thing that can be confirmed: the legendary hero, Hanzo of the Salamander, known as Demigod of the Ninja World, is no longer alive.
His signature summon, the Ibuse, has had its Summoning Contract broken and its whereabouts unknown.
As the information scroll was passed around, the many Jonin present gasped in surprise.
A person's name, a tree's shadow.
The name of Hanzo of the Salamander was earned through real battles, so it was truly unexpected that he would fall at the hands of the Sunagakure, whom everyone looked down upon.
The names of the three Sand Ninja who killed Hanzo of the Salamander on the scroll also attracted everyone's attention.
Mukai, Xie, Konan.
Aside from Mukai and Sasori, who were somewhat familiar to everyone because they had participated in the Joint Chunin Ninja Exams, Konan was completely unknown to the others.
Upon seeing the name Mukai, Orochimaru, who was sitting far away from Danzo, licked his nose with great interest.
Mukai, you've grown to this extent!
Danzo never imagined that Hanzo of the Salamander, with whom he had done so many dirty deeds, would die like this.
How is that possible?
Just then, another messenger ninja knocked on the door and entered.
Upon seeing yet another intelligence scroll, the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi.
What intelligence is being gathered this time?
He unveiled the scroll, glanced at it, and slowly said:
"Gentlemen, the matter of the Land of Wind can only be put on hold for now."
We're in big trouble.
Iwagakure dispatched an army of over ten thousand to invade Taki no Kuni.
The elite Jinchūriki of Kumogakure, led by Jinchūriki, have already established a fortified base in the Land of Rice Fields.
In the Land of Bears, the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist of the Kirigakure were spotted.
They have no other target than us.
The Third Shinobi World War Shinobi World War has begun.
This news shocked many of the Jonin.
They were originally summoned to discuss how to deal with the Land of Wind, but unexpectedly, other major powers set their sights on the Land of Fire first.
At this juncture, if we push Sunagakure to the other side as well, Konoha will truly be besieged on all sides.
Hiruzen Sarutobi took a few deep drags on his cigarette and glared fiercely at Shimura Danzō:
" Danzo, these are critical times. If you continue to act on your own initiative, I will disband the Root!"
Stop recruiting members from all the major families immediately!
Now, enter wartime status!
Gentlemen, in this moment of life and death, only by uniting as one can we survive!
Faced with this situation, even Danzo dared not act rashly.
After discussion at the Jonin Conference, the following strategic arrangements were ultimately decided:
In the northern direction of Kumogakure, Shimura Danzō was dispatched to lead the Root, working with the recalled Jiraiya to fight against Kumogakure's elite forces.
Hiruzen Sarutobi originally wanted to send Orochimaru to deal with Kumogakure, but Orochimaru politely declined.
His disciple seemed to have distanced himself from Danzo and had become much more well-behaved, which reassured Hiruzen Sarutobi considerably.
Since Orochimaru was unwilling to Shimura Danzō, Jiraiya was chosen Jiraiya.
On the Iwagakure side, Minato Namikaze and Orochimaru were dispatched to deal with the Iwagakure, which had a numerical advantage.
Meanwhile, Kirigakure ultimately decided to send Uchiha Fugaku with a guard team to resist.
The village will draw upon its Genin Chunin to bolster the three fronts.
When it came time to decide who would go on the mission to Sunagakure, Hiruzen Sarutobi showed no reaction to the people Danzo recommended, only frowning and puffing on his pipe.
Just as Danzo impatient, he finally spoke:
"Have Orochimaru and Shikaku Nara lead the team to deal with the threat from Iwagakure first, Minato, the Jonin..."
Minato Namikaze stood up and replied:
"Exist!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi then put down his pipe and said:
"Leave one of your Flying Thunder God Kunai for Orochimaru to take to the front lines."
During this time, you will lead Team Kakashi to the Land of Hot Water to recall Tsunade.
They escorted her, representing Konoha, to Sunagakure to strengthen the alliance.
It would be best to persuade Sunagakure to assist in the war, but even if that's not possible, the bottom line is to maintain the alliance and keep Sunagakure neutral!
"Yes, sir!"
With the Jonin Tournament concluded, Konoha's war machine began to move.
Various military supplies, food Military Ration Pill flowed in like a river, were divided into three parts, and began to head to their respective positions.
Hiruzen Sarutobi chose to lead the elders to Konoha to oversee resource allocation and other arrangements.
The shadow of the Third Shinobi World War Shinobi World spread turmoil and unrest across the entire continent.
What was Mukai doing at this moment?
Oasis Workshop
In the prepared ward, Yakushi Nonō frowned slightly and stopped performing her Mystical Palm Technique.
" Mukai, Nagato's internal organs have been severely injured by the shockwave from the explosion of numerous Explosive Tag."
" Kari and I have limited skills; we can only prevent it from worsening, but it's very difficult to heal such severe internal injuries."
Upon hearing this news, Konan covered her mouth to stop herself from crying out loud.
Mukai hugged her and asked:
" Nonō, even your Medical Ninjutsu can't cure Nagato?"
Yakushi Nonō adjusted her glasses, and then Kari used Mystical Palm Technique to heal Nagato's injuries.
She asked in confusion:
" Nagato's physical functions were originally quite good, and his own Chakra recovery ability was also very strong."
For some reason, the large amount of Chakra generated by his body disappeared as if through a funnel.
It's as if there's a black hole in his body that's constantly absorbing Chakra.
This situation is extremely rare. If only Lady Tsunade were here.
Tsunade?
Mukai touched his nose. According to his judgment, Tsunade should now be frequenting the casinos in the Land of Hot Water, constantly reinforcing her title as a "big fat sheep".
Her hemophobia must be quite severe by now.
However, he has no connection with Tsunade now, and even if he were to ask her for help, Tsunade would ignore him.
Upon hearing the name Tsunade, the consciousness within the sea of consciousness became active.
First was Nawaki, he said cheerfully:
" Mukai, go and invite my sister over. I know how to handle her!"
I haven't seen her in a long time, and I miss her so much!
Another ball of light belonging to Dan Katō sighed:
" Mukai, my obsession is Princess Tsunade. If you can cure her hemophobia, I will have no regrets and can go to the Pure Land in peace."
Meanwhile, the light cluster belonging to Hatake Sakumo exuded a reclusive air and put on a show:
"Alas, such delusions are hard to dispel; who can fathom their depths?"
Mukai twitched the corner of his mouth. "Uncle, you're the most stubborn one here, aren't you?"
You still haven't said how you're going to resolve your obsession!
Just then, a paper crane flew over from the village and landed in Konan's hand.
She unfolded the paper crane and presented it to Mukai.
"A message from Konoha? Princess Tsunade to represent Konoha and is coming to strengthen the alliance with Sunagakure?"
"The escort team roster includes Minato Namikaze, Obito Uchiha, Rin Nohara, and Kakashi?"