ANBU.
Full name: Assassination Tactics Special Forces.
The members are all outstanding ninjas selected from the village and are responsible for arduous and detailed special tasks such as enemy reconnaissance, surveillance, and assassination.
They have qualities that transcend ordinary ninjas. They are directly commanded by the Hokage and are only responsible to the Hokage.
Logically speaking, they should not have appeared directly in the negotiations between Konoha and Kumogakure, but should have acted as secret guardians.
However, something unexpected happened this time. The letter in Yu Zhi's palm was directly marked with the highest grade.
This means that no matter when and where you are, you must convey it to the Hokage as soon as possible after receiving it! !
One second of delay may cause irreparable damage to the overall situation.
Therefore, he suddenly appeared and broke such a solemn and urgent occasion without permission.
【Northeastern border! 】
When these four words fell into Sarutobi Hiruzen's ears, his expression suddenly became dangerous and urgent, and he immediately took the letter from the ANBU ninja's hand.
There are many forces bordering the Fire Nation.
But if you ask which side is the most troublesome, it is not the Kingdom of Earth or the Kingdom of Wind that borders them, but the Kingdom of Thunder located in the northeast!
Even though there is still a country of Yu between them, over the years, the only place that can really make Konoha bow its head and compromise is Kumogakure.
Was it that the Fourth Raikage could no longer restrain his violent temper, and while dispatching the dead, he also began to dispatch troops and generals to suppress the situation?
Sarutobi Hiruzen did not dare to neglect and quickly opened the letter in his hand.
[Yunyin suddenly changed! 】
Just the first four words made her mind suddenly immersed in it.
As the words went down, many emotions such as shock, disbelief, solemnity, etc. began to be interpreted and presented under his weathered cheeks.
"Heh, it seems that Lord Raikage has been unable to suppress the riot, and has begun to invade the border with an army to take back Lord Nozomi."
The solemn expression of the Sandaime Hokage was naturally seen by Atsui, but this only made the smile on his lips grow stronger.
After all, as far as Konoha is concerned, the northeastern border refers to their Kumoyin Village?
Now that there is urgent news, it must be because Lord Raikage couldn't control his temper and did some 'auxiliary' actions without getting a reply from him!
Indeed, Kirabi-sama's riot a few days ago plunged the entire Kumogakure into panic, but thanks to Raikage-sama's timely return and strength, overall it did not cause any serious casualties.
It only caused some damage to the defensive barriers and residential buildings. Given some time, they can be completely repaired, which is far from the damage to Konoha that has experienced the war.
"Sa, follow me obediently."
"Don't have any other illusions. You should know the consequences. If you disobey, Kumogakure's army will crush this place, and the people behind you will not be spared."
He walked up to Uchiha Ara in the midst of many hostile eyes and threatened him coldly.
However, there was always a trace of doubt and doubt in his eyes.
The figure of the young man in Mingming's field of vision was not that tall. Even compared to those of the younger generation in the village, he could only be described as slim.
However, just such a guy blocked Sir Kirabi's offensive and even changed the opponent's will.
Is such terrifying power really contained in such a thin body?
Atzyi was really skeptical.
Hearing this,
Huang looked up.
The man in front of him is half a head taller than him. His ferocious muscles like a horned dragon can be easily glimpsed even under the ninja uniform that covers his body. Coupled with his short golden hair, it really gives people a tall and powerful look. Feel.
only,
"Walk?"
"Just you?"
Scarlet bloomed in its pupils, and the most primitive intimidation poured out here.
'Sharingan? '
Aziyi turned his eyes away in an instant, and one of his palms searched backwards habitually.
But it was empty. The samurai sword that he always kept with him had been removed before entering the conference room.
The look of panic and fear on his face was clearly revealed at this moment.
After all, that is an evil pupil technique that even Kirabi-sama cannot resist! !
"Ah."
Seeing this, Huang laughed out loud.
"Just because of this, you want me to go with you?"
"It's better to have your shadow come over in person."
He didn't use any eye skills just now.
But just like this, the experienced Kumogakure ninja in front of him immediately retreated!
ridiculous.
"How dare you insult me, Yunyin!"
"Do you really want to put Konoha, no, you want to put tens of millions of living beings in the Land of Fire at risk?!"
Aziyi, who had regained consciousness, roared in a deep voice, like an enraged beast.
However, he still did not turn his gaze back to the young man.
Those evil eyes,
This evil clan!
When you return to the Cloud Hidden Realm, you will naturally know what despair is! !
At the same time, he did not want to get another answer from Uchiha Ara, but turned to put pressure on the Sandaime Hokage who was sitting in the chair.
"Hokage-dono, what do you mean?"
Uchiha Ara must not be allowed to commit suicide. A corpse is far less valuable than a living genius.
However, it can be made to remove those evil eyes first!
But Aziyi's words seemed to fall into the sea, and he failed to get any response.
Because Sarutobi Hiruzen's mind was completely attracted by the note in his hand. The Kumogakure mission and Uchiha Ara were not as important as this message at this moment!
[Early this morning, Yunyin's headquarters suffered heavy losses from foreign enemies. 】
[There were four attackers in total, all wearing black red cloud trench coats. S-class rebel ninja Uchiha Itachi was also among them, so it was confirmed to be the work of the Akatsuki organization. 】
How dare?
How dare they!
Sarutobi Hiruzen's pupils were shrinking, and the palm holding the note was trembling.
Headquarters!
The Akatsuki organization actually directly attacked Kumogakure's headquarters!
This is a tyrannical force at the top of the ninja world, and its background is not comparable to that of cats and dogs.
Moreover, if the other party already has the power to directly attack Yunyin Village, does that mean that it can also attack Konoha?
This occurred to him in an instant.
No,
wrong.
If the Akatsuki organization really had such power, it wouldn't be able to sneak around like a dog.
The real promoter of such an attack,
It's a waste!
Uchiha Ara!
If he hadn't captured Xi, one of the leaders of Yunyin Village;
If he hadn't changed the Eight-Tails' will, causing it to cause certain damage to the security barrier and defense settings of Yunyin Village;
If it weren't for the Yondaime Raikage Ai's fierce battle with Jiraiya and the irrational eight-tailed perfect body one after another;
Akatsuki organization, will there be such an opportunity for invasion?
No,
Absolutely not!
This is one thing without a doubt! !
Thinking of this, the Sandaime raised his gaze and stared at the young man who seemed to be brewing something in his heart. There was an unusual trace of fear in his eyes.
If Aara becomes as crazy as Uchiha Itachi, what kind of disaster will it be for Konoha?
Because he has never forgotten how Uchiha Itachi looked crazy on that night a year ago!
Now, is he brewing this matter in his heart?
Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't know, but he had to guard against it!
"Hokage-dono!"
"If you can take concrete action quickly, I will contact Raikage-sama and ask him to calm down and stop the military buildup."
"After all, Hokage-dono, you also know that my master's temper is not very good."
Although Aziyi did not see the contents of the urgent message, this did not prevent him from analyzing the expression on the other party's face and a few words.
On the northeastern border of the Country of Fire, the only one who can put such pressure on Konoha is the Country of Thunder, Kumogakure Village! !
However, after hearing such a clamor, Sarutobi Hiruzen only glanced at it and continued to pull down the note.
[The Fourth Raikage was seriously injured and fell into coma! 】
Pupils dilated, lips quivering.
This kind of news instantly made the old man in charge of Konoha feel a little embarrassed.
Yunyin was severely injured, but he did not expect that the so-called serious injury was actually Ai's serious injury and coma! !
You know, even among the five 'Kages', Raikage's combat power is one of the best. With absolute speed, absolute power and absolute defense, this is simply the perfect ninja!
However, the other party was seriously injured and fell into a coma?
Even if he fought fiercely with Jiraiya and the Eight-Tails successively, and his condition was damaged as a result, he couldn't be forced into this situation by an unknown small force, right?
No.
Maybe!
Sarutobi Hiruzen's thoughts went back and forth several times.
After all, according to the information brought back by Uchiha Ara, even Sansho Hanzo, who is known as a demigod, can only compete with the other party!
[The two Yumu people were suspected of being captured, but they were nowhere to be seen afterwards. 】
The white-haired old man's heartbeat quickened and he continued to pull down the note with trembling fingers.
He can no longer slowly read word for word and analyze the images and influences behind each sentence!
Moreover, the third generation's weird attitude gradually began to attract the attention of everyone present, including Jiraiya who was already preparing to leave, and Atsui, whose face became increasingly gloomy.
Because, if it was just a small move by the Yondaime Raikage to put pressure on Konoha, it seemed not enough to make his face look so solemn.
What was written on that note?
[The Eight-Tailed Jinchuuriki was nowhere to be seen throughout the whole process, and it was suspected that he had been transferred away by the Kumogakure Village ninja before the invasion of the Akatsuki organization. 】
[Currently, the person managing Kumogakure Village is Darui, the bodyguard of the Fourth Raikage. 】
[The intruders whose identities can be confirmed include Kirigakure Village's S-level rebel ninja, Inigaki Kisame, and Iwagakure Village's S-level rebel ninja Deidara. The former is a powerful force against the Raikage, and the latter's explosive escape ninjutsu roared for a whole time. Late, it caused irreparable damage to Yunyin. 】
[There is also an unknown member of the Akatsuki organization whose identity is unknown, but he is a powerful puppet master. The ninjutsu he uses is suspected to be the lost secret technique of Sunagakure Village, Hundred Machine Exercises! 】
The message came suddenly,
Reading here only lasted a few dozen seconds, but Sarutobi Hiruzen seemed to have spent several years.
The tailless tail beast of Kirigakure Village;
The secret skills of Sand Hidden Village;
A direct disciple of Onoki of Iwagakure Village;
And the Mangekyo Sharingan of Konoha Hidden Village.
Does the Akatsuki organization already have so many strong men?
And that guy Uchiha Itachi hasn't even sent back any information about the Akatsuki organization in these years. He doesn't show any kindness at all and chooses to completely rebel!
Has he forgotten that his brother, Uchiha Sasuke, is still under the protection of Konoha! !
But compared to this external threat, the biggest problem now is how to deal with the relationship with Hinata Hizashi, Yamanaka Kaiichi, and even Jiraiya.
Although he made the decision based on Uchiha Ara's will, it must have chilled the hearts of these important beings in Konoha.
For a moment, true regret spread crazily in his heart.
[For the sake of peace, commit suicide! 】
Why on earth did he say such irreparable words?
Is it because of fear of Uchiha?
Or was it because the Sarutobi clan suffered heavy losses in the war on the eastern border?
He could no longer trace his thoughts back to that time.
But if you just spoke to yourself, you could be a little more tactful;
If this urgent message from the border could be delivered earlier;
How could things become like this?
after all,
The arrogant Kumogakure Village is no longer worthy of pointing fingers at Konoha after this blow!
On the contrary, we should carefully consider our attitude towards Konoha, and pray that Konoha and the angry Hyuga clan will not choose this time to attack! !
"Hokage-dono!"
"Did you forget about business?"
The vague uneasiness in his heart was forcibly suppressed by Aziyi, and his angry questions were as arrogant as when he first arrived.
It was fine that he was intimidated by the boy named Uchiha Ara. He didn't bother to compete with this evil clan and his evil family members.
But now, even the Hokage who has made a decision has begun to procrastinate and say nothing. Do you really think that he is easy to fool and prevaricate?
"Don't be rude to Hokage-sama."
During this period, an ANBU ninja roared in alarm, and the surrounding atmosphere became solemn and tense again.
"Heh, I think Konoha wants to start a war!"
"Can your attitude represent Konoha's will?"
Aziyi is still going strong.
This is the confidence given by Yunyin Village behind him!
And Sarutobi Hiruzen, who had been silent for a long time, slowly raised his face during this moment of argument.
However, he did not immediately respond to the arrogant and domineering envoy Yunyin, but glanced at the heads of several aristocratic families sitting around him without leaving any trace.
But this glance also made his heart freeze.
Hinata Hinata's face was slightly lowered, his hands were fisted on his knees, and the silence was terrifying; Yamanaka Kaiichi's eyes were still full of anger and unwillingness, and his pupils were filled with bloodshot eyes; Nara Shikaku beside him did not express any stance, but You can still get a glimpse of the complicated expression on his face.
Finally, his eyes fell on Jiraiya. Disappointment was the keyword he searched for on the other person's face.
Lift your eyes and look around,
Except for the ANBU, no one spoke up for it.
"What's wrong, Hiruzen?"
"What kind of message was sent back from the northeastern border?"
Questions rang in his ears, and the only ones who could still maintain his mentality unchanged were the two consultants sitting beside him.
Hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen opened his mouth, but he didn't know how to speak.
This is a message to Konoha Daiyu.
'Fight if you want, Konoha will take it all. '
'Can your words and actions represent Ai? '
'Where Konoha's leaves are flying, fire is endless, and it's not the turn of Konoha's ninjas to point their fingers at Kumogakure! '
He could have scolded Fang Qiu like this to the Kumogakure ninja,
He could have won the hearts of the clan leaders,
He could have made Konoha wash away its shame;
but now,
But it is already overflowing and difficult to recover.
Kumogakure was attacked, and Konoha refused to demand anything.
The message that needs to be explained is simple, but can he say this? Does he still have the nerve to say this?
Such remarks will only disappoint other family heads and even some ordinary ninjas.
This is their Hokage,
One person can only fight with the wind, but dare not touch the shadow of a powerful opponent!
A shadow who has grown old and is no longer as brave as he once was!
"What happened, Hiruzen?"
After turning to bed, Xiaochun spoke up again, anxiety beginning to show on her old cheeks.
And just when Sarutobi Hiruzen wanted to bite the bullet and weave the best words, intending to push all conflicts and attention to the Akatsuki organization and Uchiha Itachi, a cold mockery sounded at the door. .
"I have already said that there is no need to compromise with Kumogakure."
"Fight when it's time to fight!"
"You don't listen."
The owner of this voice is Danzo Shimura!
Obviously, he also learned about Yunyin's sudden change from his own channels!
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