"Now that we've decided to form an alliance, we need a real leader. After all, someone needs to oversee everything. Who do you think is suitable?"
The young Fifth Kazekage Gaara, looked at the other three Kage and asked.
He definitely couldn't be one; he's not good enough in terms of age, ability, or experience, and the others wouldn't accept it either.
"Since I'm to lead the Allied Shinobi Forces, I need to be someone people can respect. I think I'm very suitable."
Ai volunteered himself directly.
He couldn't wait to snap the necks of the Akatsuki and avenge his good brothers.
" Raikage is perhaps a bit too confident. In my opinion, anyone would be suitable, but Raikage is not."
Ōnoki directly opposed it.
" Ōnoki, what did you say?!"
"What did I say? Wasn't I telling the truth? Since when have rough men from Kumogakure Village been able to take charge of everything?"
"Asshole!"
Looking at Ōnoki, Ai's temper flared up instantly; the hatred between him and Iwagakure was no ordinary matter.
"Alright, alright, it's all Shadow. Don't always do things that are beneath your dignity."
Jiraiya reluctantly interrupted them.
"With a formidable enemy at hand, let's focus on the Akatsuki first. Since the Allied Shinobi Forces need a leader, I have a good candidate in mind."
"Who? You? Hokage, while I acknowledge your individual strength, I don't believe you can effectively lead the entire Allied Forces."
Ai looked at Jiraiya and sneered.
"Of course it's not me. I know I'm not suitable, but someone else is. Have you all forgotten the former Shinobi Hero?"
Jiraiya said with a smile.
"You mean, the Third Hokage?"
"You are all surely aware of the teacher's competence and reputation."
Upon hearing this, everyone began to seriously consider it.
In terms of strength, the title "Shinobi Hero " says it all. Although Hiruzen Sarutobi is getting old, no one underestimates him. Moreover, the leader of the Allied Forces needs someone with ability, leadership, and the ability to judge the situation on the battlefield, and the Third Hokage is indeed qualified.
"I agree. Hiruzen Sarutobi is indeed a suitable candidate, much better than that rough fellow from Kumogakure."
Ōnoki was the first to express his opinion.
"Damn it, Ōnoki, what did you say?"
Ai glared at him, then raised his hand in response, "Since he's the Third Hokage, then I'll do the same."
Gaara naturally agreed.
Thus, Hiruzen Sarutobi smoothly became the leader of the Shinobi World Four Nations Allied Forces.
Meanwhile, the Akatsuki had already begun a probing attack.
Under Obito's astonishing leadership, the White Zetsu began to launch small-scale attacks in an orderly manner, and the Allied Forces finally understood why Obito was so confident.
And so, the Fourth Shinobi World War officially began.
High in the sky, Yuzuru quietly watched all of this.
"Report, Lord Yuzuru, the Shinobi World War has begun. Shall we begin our operation?"
"No rush, it's only just begun. Let them wear down more of their men first."
Yuzuru wasn't in a hurry at all. This was nothing. The Sarutobi Clan's several thousand ninja soldiers hadn't even left yet, and the main fighting forces of each village hadn't been mobilized. It would be too early to send them out now.
He allows for casualties, but not too many.
Meanwhile, at the military base in Sea Capital, the young soldiers were eager for military exploits. If it weren't for Yuzuru, Mei Terumi, and Minato holding them back, the young generals would have already set off with their men.
The well-equipped soldiers were eager to make their mark.
" Naruto, again."
On the training field, Sasuke found Naruto again, the Mitsudomoe in his eyes spinning continuously.
"Sorry Sasuke, Bai has already scheduled training with me today."
"What?"
"I need a truly worthy opponent to face with my full strength, so, sorry."
Naruto looked at Sasuke and gently shook his head.
At the same time, Yuki Haku also appeared here.
" Naruto, let's go."
"Um."
Watching Naruto leave with Yuki Haku, Sasuke's emotions were stirred again, and his three Tomoe spun continuously, radiating powerful ocular energy.
Several years have passed, and although Sasuke has not awakened the Mangekyō, his eye power has grown stronger and stronger, putting Itachi under great pressure.
Unfortunately, the Mitsudomoe cannot unleash its powerful eye energy, and Itachi and Mikoto cannot die. Therefore, the possibility of Sasuke awakening the Mangekyō is extremely slim.
So, Yuzuru thought of Naruto.
Over the years, Naruto and Sasuke's relationship has grown increasingly close, whether due to the influence of Indra and Asura or their shared childhood bond.
Sasuke has always strived to be Naruto's role model, and Naruto has always regarded Sasuke as his greatest rival. This makes Sasuke quite pleased, after Uchiha Sasuke, he's a guy who cares a lot about his reputation.
However, the relationship, which had lasted for more than a decade, began to falter during this period.
Yuki Haku!
Considered the most likely genius to pursue Lord Yuzuru, Naruto actually focused his attention on him, and Sasuke felt a sense of loss for the first time.
He should have been Naruto's biggest rival.
He is the reincarnation of Indra, Naruto is the reincarnation of Asura.
He has the Yin Nine-Tails, Naruto has the Yang Nine-Tails.
They are the eternal rivals, the only rivals each other should take seriously!
He needs power, even greater power.
Watching Naruto's departing figure, Sasuke clenched his fist, and the three Tomoe in his eyes gradually began to merge.
Not far away, Itachi and Shisui looked at Sasuke and shook their heads slightly, "It's still not enough."
"Isn't the stimulation enough? But Naruto is clearly the only one who can elicit emotional reactions from Sasuke. What should we do now?"
Shisui scratched his head and asked.
"Not ruthless enough."
Itachi gently shook his head.
"What do you mean?"
"Let's go find Naruto and Haku, and have them put on a big show."
Soon, the two of them reunited with Naruto.
"How's the situation?"
Naruto and Haku asked eagerly.
"It's not enough. There's a trend, but the stimulus isn't strong enough."
"What should we do then?"
Naruto was also somewhat at a loss.
"I think you need to have a real fight so Sasuke can see the difference in skill."
Itachi looked at the two of them and said.
"Should we actually have a match?"
Upon hearing this, Naruto's eyes instantly blazed with fighting spirit as he looked at Yuki Haku.
He was also very curious about the strength of this genius who was hailed as the most like Lord Yuzuru.
"Stop messing around. I don't think I'm a match for Naruto. His Chakra alone could wear me down."
Bai shrugged and said.
"Don't worry, I'll have Mom help you."
" Lady Mikoto?"
"Yes, Mom's Mangekyō ability can greatly enhance your strength. Then we'll do this..."
The group started discussing how to put more pressure on and stimulate Sasuke.
At this moment, Sasuke had no idea what was about to happen.
All he knew was that he couldn't lose Naruto!