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Chapter 419: The Fire Country Daimyo Stabs the Third Hokage

"Hehehe, Shinki, this is really something," Kushina said, her tone a mix of pride and embarrassment.

Shinki gave her a knowing look and sighed as he noticed her growing smugness.

"Yes, you're very powerful. You single-handedly plunged the Great Ninja Villages into war. Kushina, you've essentially rewritten history. You could be called the first person in history to achieve this... though it's a pity this 'glorious record' will never be public. Otherwise, you'd have a lot of people...

Chapter 418: Single-handedly Starting a Ninja War

After taking a sip of water, Kushina wrinkled her face in frustration.

"Oh, don't mention it. Jin'ya destroyed some merchant ships from the Cloud Village and Mist Village. Not many ships were sunk, but as a result, the two villages started fighting for seemingly no reason."

"That's all?"

Shinki raised an eyebrow suspiciously. Something didn't seem right.

Why would the Cloud Village and the Mist Village start a war over a few merchant ships? It sounded like a joke.

Chapter 417: Admit Your Mistakes and Stand Firm When Beaten

"This pattern has persisted since the Second Hokage's era. By the Third Hokage's reign, it shifted. The Uchiha clan's opinions were disregarded entirely, as they were deemed untrustworthy. The Hyuga clan, despite their power, didn't cooperate with village reforms, so their voice was marginalized too."

"Other families and individuals? They've grown silent over time for various reasons."

"Now, the power to make meaningful decisions lies solely with the Hokage faction. Yet, here we a...

Chapter 416: The Earth Release Army Enters the Land of Thunder

Chaos engulfed the ninja world—a turbulent, unpredictable storm of conflict.

A few years ago, when war erupted between Konoha and the Sand Village, many could understand the reasoning behind it. Sand Village, after all, had provoked Konoha repeatedly, aiming to shatter its defenses and seize the resources of the Fire Nation to sustain their struggling economy.

With strength comes ambition, and with ambition comes conflict. The Sand Village sought to exploit Konoha's wealth, lead...

Chapter 50: Journey to the Trench

The sun was rising, casting a warm golden glow over the gates of Konoha Village as Kirito and TenTen began their journey.

"Are you sure you don't want me to carry some of your things?" TenTen asked, eyeing Kirito's small travel bag.

Kirito shook his head with a faint smile. "No need. This is supposed to feel like an adventure."

"Alright then!" TenTen replied, excitement sparkling in her eyes. She carried nothing but a large scroll securely fastened to her waist.

"Desti...

Chapter 49: Preparations Before the Trip

At the training ground on the outskirts of Konoha Village, TenTen stood beside a water basin inscribed with a summoning pattern. She filled it with water, carefully spread out a scroll on a nearby stake, and began forming hand seals under Kirito's watchful eye.

"Summoning Jutsu: Water Elemental Gate!" she declared, slamming her hand onto the scroll.

A low hum resonated as the chakra flowed into the scroll, creating a small black dot at the center of the summoning symbol. Within mo...

Chapter 48: New Moves and Gifts

Three days had passed since the chaotic conclusion of the Chunin Exam. Konoha was bustling with activity as the villagers worked to rebuild their homes and livelihoods. Amid the echoes of construction and the chatter of resilient citizens, the village was slowly regaining its vitality.

On the outskirts of the village, at a quiet training ground, Kirito stood with a solemn expression. Before him was a scroll etched with intricate patterns for summoning.

"Elemental Gate!" he announc...

Chapter 47: The Funeral of the Third Hokage

After defeating Kabuto's shadow clone, Kirito turned his attention back to the purple barrier surrounding the Hokage viewing platform.

Inside the barrier, the battle had reached its climax. The Third Hokage had managed to seal the souls of the First and Second Hokage, lifting their reanimation. Orochimaru, however, was locked in a life-or-death struggle as Hiruzen fought to sever his soul.

The barrier was now overgrown with trees from the First Hokage's Wood Release. The intense b...

Chapter 46: The Clash in the Mist

As Kirito led Naruto and the others to track Sasuke, his shadow clone arrived at the auditorium where TenTen was battling.

TenTen, fully alert, was fighting off a small group of Otogakure ninjas. She unrolled a scroll and launched kunai and shuriken with expert precision, deftly avoiding harm to the sleeping audience. Despite being outnumbered, her accuracy and composure gave her the upper hand.

The intensity of the fight wasn't as high as in other areas due to the lack of high-le...

Chapter 415: Rock Village Declares War

The war potential of Konoha and the Sand Village had been significantly drained, leaving them incapable of launching large-scale conflicts. However, with the financial and logistical support from Kumogakure, a new conflict could ignite.

But how many forces would Konoha and the Sand Village need to commit to hold back Iwagakure? This dilemma made it impossible for Iwagakure to target Kumogakure with full force.

Could bribery be the answer?

The idea seemed promising i...

Chapter 414: Yagura - Can You Miss the Opportunity to Take Revenge on Kumogakure?

Previously, rhe Tsuchikage had extended an olive branch to form an alliance, but he was ignored. Now, with circumstances reversed, Onoki was ready to make his point. He would ensure Yagura understood that he was in no position to demand respect anymore.

Despite knowing Ohnoki's tardiness was intentional, Yagura remained unbothered. The tides had turned. The once-proud Tsuchikage, who had previously pleaded for an alliance, now found himself on the receiving end of Yagura's...

Chapter 413: Is the Cloud Ninja Village After the Dried Fish?

The Third Kazekage leaned back, pondering deeply as the discussion with Chiyo unfolded. "What is the real purpose of the Cloud Ninja Village in starting this war?"

As everyone in the ninja world understood, wars were rarely fought without a clear objective. Even the Sand Village's ill-fated war with Konoha had a straightforward motive: the rich resources of the Fire Country. By seizing such wealth, they hoped to sustain their village and grow stronger.

But the Cloud Village's moti...

Chapter 412: The Third Raikage: We Will Pay for the Losses—Who Wants to Join the Battle?

The Sand Village was in dire straits. Years of war had left it impoverished, with barely enough resources to function, let alone wage another battle. Unless someone stepped in with substantial financial support, the thought of war seemed impossible.

But if someone were willing to foot the bill, that was a different story.

In such a scenario, the Sand Village would eagerly join the fray, especially if the price was right.

Kumogakure, the Cloud Village, had preci...

Chapter 411: Do Not Interfere in Politics if You Are Not in the Position to Do So

The Third Hokage sat silently, watching the escalating tensions between his advisors. His expression betrayed frustration, but he kept his composure.

Why does it always come back to me? Hiruzen thought, exasperated. He hadn't even spoken, yet the accusations and blame were already circling him.

Mitokado Homura, however, was relentless. He turned his attention to Utatane Koharu. "You were so vocal when pushing for this alliance, and now you're complaining about taking...

Chapter 45: The Turning Tide

While Kirito and the others were racing to catch up, Sasuke finally reached Gaara and his team.

To buy time for Gaara to escape, Temari stepped forward to confront Sasuke. However, weakened by her injuries and low on chakra, she was quickly defeated.

Sasuke pressed on and caught up with Gaara once more, but this time Kankuro stayed behind to block him. As Kankuro prepared for battle, Temari, injured and exhausted, tried to help Gaara flee again.

Kankuro's plan was interrupte...

Chapter 44: A-Class Mission

"Naruto, you're just in time," Kakashi said as Naruto arrived in a hurry.

"Kakashi-sensei, Sakura, are you okay?" Naruto asked, dodging an attack from a Sound ninja as he approached.

"We're fine, Naruto," Sakura replied, her voice trembling slightly after narrowly escaping an attack.

"What's going on here?" Naruto asked, puzzled by the chaos.

"It's a long story," Kakashi said, dealing with another Sound ninja. "I'll let Sakura explain it to you later."

"Kirito, h...

Chapter 43: The Beginning of Collapse

After the first match, Kirito carried the unconscious Naruto back to the player lounge.

"Is Naruto okay?" Shikamaru asked worriedly as he saw Naruto being carefully laid down.

"He's fine," Kirito reassured him. "He just passed out from overexertion. With his resilience, he'll wake up soon." He propped Naruto gently against a wall where no one else was seated.

Nearby, Shino silently observed Kirito through his sunglasses. The intense cold that Kirito used could incapacitate b...

Chapter 42: Kirito vs. Naruto

"Then, the first round begins!"

Following Genma's announcement, Naruto immediately jumped back, creating some distance. If it were any other opponent, he would test his strength, but against Kirito, he knew better. Close combat was out of the question.

"Shadow Clone Jutsu!" Naruto quickly formed the necessary seals, summoning dozens of clones around him, hiding his real body in the process.

"If I can't win in a one-on-one fight, I'll fight in numbers!" Naruto declared as he ...

Chapter 41: The Third Exam Begins

The opening day of the third round of the Chunin Exams arrived.

Kirito reached the venue for the third exam early in the morning. By that time, the place was already packed with countless spectators seated in the towering auditorium, eagerly discussing the upcoming matches.

According to the instructions, Kirito and the other participants had to gather at the competition venue first. This was not only to reconfirm the matchups but also to introduce the competitors to the audience.<...

Chapter 410: The More You Talk, The More Mistakes You Make—Let’s Choose Not to Talk

If there was no battle, things might stay calm. But if conflict erupted, the first to suffer would be the ninjas from the Sarutobi and Shimura clans. The Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, knew all too well that this situation was the result of Shimura Danzo's manipulations.

Shinki had made it clear: he hadn't forgotten Danzo's past schemes. If given the chance, Shinki wouldn't hesitate to send Shimura ninjas to the frontlines. But it wouldn't stop there—the Sarutobi clan would be next. ...

Chapter 409: I Know You're Anxious, But Don't Be Anxious Yet

"Once Iwagakure starts a war, it will be nearly impossible for us to stop them," someone stated grimly.

"Unless we stabilize Iwagakure in advance," suggested Nara Shikashin, standing up. "But even then, stabilizing them would come at a price we may not be able to bear."

This would mean sacrificing Konoha's interests just to placate Iwagakure. It was the only way to avoid being dragged into the war, but such appeasement would tarnish Konoha's reputation. Breaking their alliance wit...

Chapter 408: Utatane Koharu: Am I the New Blamekage?

If it were anyone else, they would have gritted their teeth and accepted the blame because such accusations could harm the Third Hokage's reputation.

But Shinki was not one to bear responsibility for the Third Hokage's mistakes.

Indeed, the information was relayed by Shinki, but he had issued a warning!

The Cloud Village appeared to be a suitable ally, but in reality, the risks were evident. Although the Rock Village was impoverished and in need of Konoha's support, Onoki of...

Chapter 407: I Will Never Be Blamed in This Life

When causing trouble behind the scenes, it's always best not to reveal your hand.

Considering the escalating tensions between the Cloud and Mist Villages, Kushina realized it was time to step back and avoid stirring the pot further. It was better to return to Konoha and lay low for a while.

"Master Shinki, Hokage-sama has requested your presence for an emergency meeting in the Hokage's office. Please proceed there immediately," a messenger informed Shinki.

Having just contac...

Chapter 406: Alliance Formed, and Fighting Broke Out Right After?

The Mist Village escalated tensions in the disputed waters by dispatching additional forces. Not to be outdone, the Cloud Village responded with reinforcements, determined not to fall behind.

The mindset was clear: If you dare to send more people, we won't back down!

Could the small Mist Village intimidate the mighty Cloud Village? Certainly not. Both sides mobilized warships, patrolling the contested waters and engaging in daily skirmishes.

The Cloud Village claime...

Chapter 405: Eight-Tails - Since I Can't Beat Them, I Choose to Join

Dodai's demeanor turned serious as he spoke, "Raikage, based on observations and deductions, Turtle-Island was torn apart by a powerful force. The traces of blood and flesh on certain areas suggest a destructive force very similar to the Tailed Beast Ball."

This was just Dodai's speculation. He had personally witnessed the rampage of a Tailed Beast and the catastrophic destruction caused by the explosion of a Tailed Beast Ball, leading him to this conclusion.

"Tailed Beast Ball? C...

Chapter 404: Yagura: If You Don’t Use the Knife That Comes to Your Door, It’s a Waste

The younger Raikage, Ay, was livid. His temper flared even hotter than his father's as soon as he heard of the Mist Village's response.

"Why are we wasting time? Let's go to war with them now!" he bellowed.

The Third Raikage gave his son a strange look. "How come you're even more hot-headed than me?"

To the Third Raikage, his fiery letter to the Mist Village was simply posturing—a common tactic he had used in the past against the Rock...

Chapter 403: The Third Raikage: Let’s Fight, Stop Talking Nonsense

The brewing conflict between the Cloud Village and the Mist Village reached a boiling point, and Yagura, as the Fourth Mizukage, had no choice but to act.

While the Mist Village had been attacked first, Yagura knew he couldn't afford to appear weak. If he let the assault slide without a response, his reputation as Mizukage would be tarnished, and factions within the village—like the suppressed Hozuki clan—might seize the opportunity to challenge his authority.

Yagura had to se...

Chapter 402: Two Villages Open Fire Over a Disagreement

The warships of both villages headed toward the same location, and tensions quickly escalated into conflict.

The ninjas of the Cloud Village, known for their domineering nature, decided to strike first. Without hesitation, they launched an attack to sink the Mist Village warships. Their goal was to delay the Mist ninjas and buy time to investigate the scene themselves.

Turtle Island was a closely guarded secret of the Cloud Village. Few even knew of its existence, and its erratic ...

Chapter 401: One Tailed Beast Ball Is Not Enough? Then Try Another One

"Nine-Tails, if this turtle is gone, will the Cloud Village be angry?"

Kushina's mischievous eyes gleamed as she hatched a sudden idea.

At present, both the Cloud Village and the Mist Village were stuck in a tense standoff, restricted to minor skirmishes in disputed waters. Neither side had escalated the conflict further, and this stalemate didn't sit well with Kushina.

She wanted the two villages to clash outright.

The Nine-Tails remained silent for a moment before re...

Chapter 40: Gaara's Challenge

The day before the third test of the Chunin Exam, Konoha Village buzzed with life. Dignitaries and tourists flooded in, transforming the once peaceful village into a vibrant hub of activity.

However, a strange phenomenon at one of the training grounds outside the village deterred even the most curious visitors. Despite the summer heat, an icy chill pervaded the area, and rumors of frost-covered fields and fleeting massive shadows spread like wildfire.

At the center of the eerie tr...