"Our battle with Iwagakure may come to an end, but definitely not today."
Just as the Konoha Ninja were feeling uneasy about the surprise attack by the Iwagakure elite force, a dazzling golden figure suddenly appeared before them, speaking to them with a gentle smile and a confident expression.
This figure was none other than Minato Namikaze, who had rushed back using the Flying Thunder God Technique after hearing the news of the Iwagakure elite forces' surprise attack on Konoha's position.
Upon seeing Minato Namikaze gleaming golden in the sunlight, the Konoha ninjas felt their anxiety lessen slightly.
"It's Lord Minato! Lord Minato has come to our aid!" At this moment, a ninja who recognized Minato exclaimed joyfully.
But in the eyes of most ninjas, Minato alone was far from enough.
"But how can Lord Minato alone withstand hundreds of Iwagakure ninja?"
Yes, what use is Minato alone?
Because, in the eyes of the Konoha Ninja, Minato's reputation largely stemmed from Jiraiya, one of the Legendary Sannin, Jiraiya his own battle record was not particularly outstanding. Therefore, they had little confidence in supporting Minato.
" Lord Minato, the situation is critical. Could you please go to the battlefield and inform Lord Jiraiya about the situation here? We will try our best to delay Iwagakure's advance, which should allow us to wait for Lord Jiraiya's reinforcements."
It's no wonder that the ninjas below placed their hopes on Jiraiya instead of trusting Minato.
To be honest, although Minato is powerful, he hasn't really achieved any outstanding feats, and he even suffered a minor loss at the hands of Jörmungandr from the Light Organization not long ago. As a result, only a very small number of people in Konoha know Minato's strength; most people only know about Minato identity but are completely unaware of his actual abilities.
However, Minato lived up to his nickname " Little Sun," maintaining his gentle expression even in the face of his comrades' urging and distrust.
"Don't worry, I told Jiraiya- sensei about the situation here on my way here. I was able to get back ahead of time to provide support because I was quick. Jiraiya- sensei will arrive a little later."
"That's great! We're saved!"
Looking at the Konoha Ninja who were in high spirits and overjoyed, Minato felt a slight pang of guilt.
He was actually lying; what he said was quite different from the truth.
He did tell Jiraiya about the situation on this front, but Jiraiya the Kitsuchi and could only send Minato alone to provide support. He said that he could handle the situation by himself and there was no need for his teacher to come.
Finally, with no other choice, Minato had to appear before the Konoha Ninja alone. And in order to boost the morale of the ninja left behind, he lied Jiraiya- sensei would arrive soon.
And so, this scene unfolded.
After Minato's explanation, the despair on the faces of the remaining ninjas vanished, and their fighting spirit was rekindled.
But their serious, death-defying expressions were utterly laughable to the elite Iwagakure ninja who were attacking them.
"Hahaha, everyone, look at those Konoha Ninja! They actually dare to think they can stop a chariot with their bare hands. They're just overestimating themselves!" At this moment, an Iwagakure who was charging forward couldn't help but laugh at the Konoha Ninja who were waiting in battle.
He genuinely looked down on the current lineup within Konoha's territory. A few mediocre soldiers left behind, plus one seemingly promising Elite Jonin —how could they possibly fight against hundreds of elite Iwagakure? It was practically suicide.
"Pathetic Konoha Ninja, have you become so desperate that you can no longer recognize the situation? Then let Iwagakure help you completely eliminate the fear in your hearts."
Hearing the Iwagakure troops' maniacal mockery, the Konoha ninja were instantly enraged and wanted to rush out and fight Iwagakure. But before they could move, Minato waved his hand and blocked their way. Before they could even ask a question, Minato said, "Leave these Iwagakure to me. You all keep an eye on the Iwagakure and don't let them raid our rear camp."
Having said that, he ignored the suspicious expressions of the Konoha Ninja in front of him and strolled forward.
Facing the Iwagakure Ninja Iwagakure their ferocious expressions and arrogant laughter, Minato remained calm and serious. He didn't say anything to refute them, but silently took out a large handful of Flying Thunder God Kunai.
The next second, he hurled it fiercely at the oncoming Iwagakure Ninja.
But in the eyes of Iwagakure, how could such an ordinary Kunai throwing technique pose a threat to elite ninjas like them? So, they mocked Minato again.
But soon, their eyes widened in shock, as if they had witnessed something unbelievable.
A golden light, as swift as lightning, flashed past repeatedly. With each flash, an Iwagakure ninja was either injured or killed.
Within a few dozen seconds, continuous screams echoed throughout the Iwagakure unit.
Those screams sounded so helpless and desperate.
This sudden and tragic situation completely terrified the Iwagakure Ninja.
Their expressions changed from initial arrogance to bewilderment and fear.
They couldn't understand what was happening before their eyes, they didn't understand what that blond Konoha Ninja had done, or why he could move around like lightning.
After losing dozens of elite ninjas, the Iwagakure finally realized that they had gone from being hunters to prey, being hunted down by the blond-haired Konoha Ninja.
This was originally something that made them extremely angry, but now they only feel fear.
Each time that golden light, like the Grim Reaper, appeared, it took away one Iwagakure. The constant falling of their comrades relentlessly strained their already fragile nerves! Suddenly, someone screamed in terror. The Iwagakure, who had been stubbornly holding on, instantly lost their morale and began to flee in a frenzy.
"Run! Run! That guy is beyond our capabilities."
"That's right, that guy is definitely on par with Jiraiya and Lord Kitsuchi. Let's quickly take this message back."
Finally, after slaughtering dozens of elite Iwagakure ninja, Minato appeared on the battlefield littered with Iwagakure corpses and slowly uttered a single sentence. "Heavenly Soaring Swallow Dance, Light and Instant Shadow Remnant Style."
Although the name of Minato's technique for killing the Iwagakure sounds a bit chuunibyou (a Japanese term for someone with delusions of grandeur), its power is undeniable. He uses specially made Flying Thunder God Kunai Minato enemies to track him. Then, relying on his naturally sharp reflexes, he strikes the enemy's vitals the instant he appears. This is how Minato created his own unique style of combat.
Minato's sudden and swift defeat of the Iwagakure forces, as if cutting melons and vegetables, caused the Konoha Ninja, who were still in shock, to freeze in shock, their eyes widening in disbelief.
Their eyes were somewhat dazed, as if they couldn't believe what they were seeing.
After three seconds of silence, a sudden, loud cheer erupted across the blood-stained battlefield.
"Ah! We won! The Iwagakure troops escaped!!!"
" Lord Minato, long live! You're truly amazing, Lord Minato!"