Naruto's civilian cannon fodder starts with the three-body technique

Chapter 369 Four Shadows' Sneak Attack
Just then, a small, pure white snake silently slithered down from the eaves, climbed up the table leg onto the sand table, hissed at Umino Sasuke, and then opened its mouth to spit out a tiny scroll.

Sasuke Umino picked up the scroll and unfolded it. There was only a simple sentence on it, with the handwriting twisted like a snake.

After reading it, Sasuke Umino released a burst of cold air from his palm, shattering the scroll into dust, and a knowing smile appeared on his face.

Although Orochimaru doesn't manage affairs, he clearly sees everything clearly, and with Orochimaru's addition, he feels even more confident.

"In that case, let's prepare a 'surprise gift package' for Sunagakure."

Soon, the Konoha contract team escorted Monk Bunfu to the Iron Wall Legion's base.

Almost simultaneously, the Sunagakure delegation arrived, led by Umino Sasuke's "old acquaintance," Shokuran Toyojo, with whom he had dealt several times before.

The atmosphere became somewhat delicate as soon as the two sides met. Zhuo Lanfeng maintained diplomatic etiquette on the surface, but a hint of coldness was hidden deep in his eyes. His daughter was very likely to become the Fourth Kazekage in the future, and Umino Sasuke was undoubtedly the greatest enemy of Sunagakure. Although they had cooperated many times before, it did not prevent him from regarding Umino Sasuke as his biggest enemy.

After a brief reception, both parties got down to business and discussed the specific location and time for signing the contract.

Zhuolan Fengcheng spoke first, his tone seemingly sincere but carrying an undeniable air: "In order to demonstrate the sincerity of both sides, and to ensure the absolute safety of our Third Generation Wind Shadow, after careful consideration, we believe that the signing should take place at Crimson Rock Fortress on the border of our Wind Kingdom."

“Red Rock Fortress?!” Tekudo, who was acting as a guard, immediately frowned and retorted, “Wasn’t it initially agreed that it would be at the border of the Land of Rivers? Why did you change it to your Land of Wind? Isn’t that against the rules?”

Zhuo Lan Fengcheng had already prepared his explanation and calmly said, "Jonin Tejiu, please forgive us, but your Iron Wall Legion has such a large force stationed on the border of the Land of Rivers, watching us like a hawk. If you suddenly launch an attack when the signing takes place, how can we guarantee the safety of our Kazekage? Put yourself in our shoes, if your Hokage came to a place where our army is gathered to sign the contract, could you feel at ease?"

Tekudo snorted coldly: "What if you turn around and kill our representatives on your own land of wind?"

Zhuolan Fengcheng shrugged and said in a seemingly generous manner, "If you are not at ease, you can insist on signing the contract in the Land of Rivers. As long as your Iron Wall Legion retreats three hundred miles to leave enough safe buffer distance for our Lord Fengying, we can accept it."

"Retreat three hundred miles? How is that possible!" Tekudo immediately objected. "The mobilization of a large army is not a child's play. Besides, we have already withdrawn from the Land of Wind. If we retreat now, wouldn't that make Konoha look like we're afraid of you?"

Both sides stuck to their own arguments, and the atmosphere became somewhat tense.

Sasuke Umino, sitting in the main seat, watched coldly as Toyotomi Hideaki put on his show, a cold smile playing on his lips. He knew that this was nothing more than a test and a performance by Sunagakure, with the aim of setting the signing location at their pre-selected battlefield.

He waved his hand to stop Takuto, who was still arguing, and said in a calm tone, "Alright, there's no need to argue anymore, it's a waste of time."

He looked at Zhuolan Fengcheng and made a decision directly: "The signing will take place at Chiyan Fortress. The time will be set for noon tomorrow. Tell the Third Kazekage that I will be there on time."

A hint of triumphant joy flashed in Zhuolan Fengcheng's eyes, but on the surface he immediately put on an expression of admiration and flattery: "Lord Haiye is indeed quick-witted and has an extraordinary demeanor! I admire you! I admire you! Rest assured, we Sunagakure will definitely receive you with the highest honors and ensure that the signing ceremony proceeds smoothly!"

He secretly scoffed to himself, "Hmph, as expected, young and impetuous, overconfident in his own strength. Just wait until you get to Crimson Rock Fortress, and we'll see how you die!"

The location and time were thus decided.

After seeing off the Sunagakure delegation, Umino Sasuke immediately made his final arrangements.

He summoned Nara Shikaku and several of his most trusted captains to his side and reconfirmed all the details of the operation plan.

"Shikaku, I'm entrusting the troop movements to you. Make sure it's done secretly and that it's not exposed before the encirclement is complete."

"Don't worry, Captain, I've already planned the route and disguise scheme. I'll make sure those Sunagakure scouts see exactly what I want them to see," Nara Shikaku confidently pushed up his glasses.

"Liao, take a team of elite troops and infiltrate the delegation to enter Red Rock Fortress ahead of time to find out the specific defenses inside."

"Yes!"

"Zhihei, your swarm is responsible for monitoring all chakra fluctuations within a fifty-mile radius of Red Rock Fortress, especially large-scale troop movements, and reporting back immediately."

"clear."

……

Orders were issued methodically, and an invisible net began to be quietly cast over Red Rock Fortress.

The next day, Umino Sasuke personally led Mito Kada, Kosengoku, Kamiya Shun, and Umino clan soldiers, escorting the monk Bunfuku's specially made prison cart, and left the Iron Wall Legion's camp in a grand procession, heading towards the Red Rock Fortress on the border of the Land of Wind.

At the same time, Mitarashi Shishou led the Hokage's direct ANBU squad, stealthily making its way to the designated ambush location.

Meanwhile, behind the Konoha Grand Army's base, the massive Iron Wall Legion, like a slowly awakening behemoth, began to move quietly towards the Red Rock Fortress under the guise of exercises and troop rotations, splitting into several groups. They followed a meticulously designed and extremely concealed route by Nara Shikaku.

The entire operation was carried out silently yet efficiently and swiftly, demonstrating Nara Shikaku's superb command skills and the Iron Wall Legion's extremely high military prowess.

The desert wind whipped up yellow sand, blowing against the moving caravan. Sasuke Umino sat on a modified camel wagon, closing his eyes to rest. The newly fused Magnet Release chakra within him flowed slowly, creating a mysterious resonance with the weak magnetic field in the surrounding environment. He was seizing the last moments to familiarize himself with and deepen his control over Magnet Release.

He could sense a powerful and familiar Magnet Release chakra fluctuation coming from the direction of Red Rock Fortress. It was the Third Kazekage. At the same time, there was also a large amount of chakra aura filled with killing intent.

The Sand Village trap seems to be set up, just waiting for the overconfident prey to enter.

Red Rock Fortress, an ancient fortress built of crimson rocks, resembles a raging beast under the scorching sun, perched in the vast sea of ​​sand. Its strategic location makes it easy to defend and difficult to attack. Originally an important pass for the Wind Kingdom to defend against foreign enemies, it has now become an excellent place for ambushes.

Led by Umino Sasuke, the Konoha contract team, guided by Sunagakure guides, arrived at the massive and heavy stone gate of the Red Rock Fortress.

The group was small, consisting of Umino Sasuke himself, Mito Kadota, Kou Sengoku, Kamizuki Hayato, and Umino clan soldiers, escorting the monk Bunpuku in his specially made prison cart. Mitarashi Shishou and his Hokage's Anbu were scattered and hidden among the group, their presence concealed like lurking vipers.

The fortress gate slowly opened, and a smell mixed with sand, rust, and a faint stench of blood rushed out. Behind the gate, Sand Village ninjas stood in neat rows, their eyes sharp and scrutinizing, and an invisible tension permeated the air.

Led by the Sand Ninja, the group entered the spacious plaza inside the fortress.

At the end of the square, on a temporary high platform, the Third Kazekage was already waiting. He was dressed in a Kazekage robe and wore a straw hat. His face was calm and his eyes were deep. He exuded the majesty of a shadow. Behind him stood several guards dressed in ANBU uniforms and wearing masks.

Sasuke Umino's gaze seemed to casually sweep over the "Anbu," but his senses had already locked onto them. Two of them, though outwardly indistinguishable from the other Anbu, possessed a strange, barely perceptible life force hidden beneath their masks, and the subtle traces of puppet joints that, despite their elaborate disguise, could not be completely concealed from his perception.

"Ebizo, Suna Tetsuran, Chiyo, you really did make a 'surprise' entrance." Umino Sasuke sneered inwardly, but remained outwardly calm, wearing a formulaic smile as he strode towards the platform.

Mitarashi Shishou and the others tacitly dispersed, occupying advantageous positions around the plaza, subtly creating a standoff with the Sunagakure guards.

"Third Kazekage, it's been a long time." Sasuke Umino stepped onto the platform, nodded slightly, and spoke in a tone that was neither humble nor arrogant.

"Lord Umino, you must be tired from your journey." The Third Kazekage greeted him with a seemingly warm smile, taking two steps forward. "You are so young yet you have already become famous throughout the ninja world, known as the 'Demigod of Konoha.' Meeting you today, I can see your extraordinary bearing indeed!"

He spared no praise, attempting to create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere to put Umino Sasuke at ease.

Umino Sasuke feigned a pleased expression, a perfectly measured smug look on his face, as if enjoying the compliment. He then replied, "You flatter me, Kazekage. However, to be honest, I would never have come to sign this so-called ceasefire agreement if it weren't for the Hokage's strict orders."

He abruptly changed the subject, his tone now tinged with obvious dissatisfaction and arrogance: "Our Konoha soldiers fought valiantly on the front lines, suffering countless casualties, and finally managed to defeat your Sunagakure so decisively that we were on the verge of an unprecedented victory. And what happened? Not only do you refuse to compensate us for the war losses, but you also want to return the Jinchuriki we captured with such care? What kind of logic is this? This is tantamount to treason! If it weren't for the pressure from the Hokage and the Daimyo, I wouldn't have had to put up with this humiliation!"

A barely perceptible chill and mockery flashed deep in the Third Kazekage's eyes, but he maintained a warm smile on his face and advised, "Lord Umino, you can't say that. War only brings pain and destruction. Peace is the common wish of the people of both countries. This agreement is the result of joint discussions between the high-level officials of both countries and is the general trend. As the implementers, you and I should prioritize the overall situation, complete the signing as soon as possible, and let peace come sooner."

He thought to himself, "How come such a perfect and powerful ninja isn't from my Sunagakure? Konoha is truly blessed with outstanding people. First, there was the perfect ninja, Konoha's White Fang, and now an even more terrifying White Blood Demon has emerged... Fortunately, after today, this major threat will be a thing of the past!"

"Hmph, the big picture?" Umino Sasuke snorted coldly, appearing extremely unwilling, but still managed to say, "Fine, since it's an order, I'll carry it out. Hurry up and sign it; I don't want to stay in this godforsaken place for another second."

"Good, Lord Umino is indeed a straightforward person." The Third Kazekage was secretly pleased and gestured to the clerk beside him to present the two pre-prepared treaty texts.

The two men each picked up a pen and walked toward the table covered with the treaty.

The atmosphere seemed to freeze at that moment.

The Sand Village "Anbu" members on the high platform subtly adjusted their postures, while the guards on both sides below were on edge.

Sasuke Umino gripped the pen, his gaze seemingly fixed on the treaty text.

At that very moment.

A sudden change occurred!

The two peculiar "Anbu" figures behind the Third Kazekage—the human puppet Ebizo and the sand iron wielder—suddenly sprang into action without warning.

With lightning speed, like a phantom, the chakra that had been gathering momentum exploded instantly. Ebizo flung his hands, and nearly a hundred poisoned short spears rained down on Sasuke's vital points. Meanwhile, Sandstorm unleashed a powerful punch, the force of which aimed directly at Sasuke's back. The chakra covering the punch was incredibly sharp, clearly indicating a highly penetrating ninjutsu. At the same time, the Third Kazekage's eyes flashed with killing intent, and his hand, which had been behind his back, suddenly lashed out.

"Magnet Release·Satetsu Shigure!"

Countless fine, hair-like iron senbon needles, shimmering with a ghostly blue light, were clearly also coated with deadly poison. They transformed into a black storm, instantly engulfing all possible escape routes for Umino Sasuke, forming a deadly net that perfectly complemented Ebizo's poisonous senbon needles!

"Sealing Technique: Spatial Lockdown!"

The hidden Chiyo unleashed a sealing barrier she had set up beforehand, sealing off this space.

Four Kage-level powerhouses launched a surprise attack without warning, with perfect coordination, targeting only Umino Sasuke.

Even the Flying Thunder God Technique has failed; this is almost certainly a death sentence!

However, faced with such a terrifying sneak attack, Sasuke Umino's figure flickered as if in a mirror or on water.

Puff puff puff puff——!
A series of penetrating sounds rang out.

Poisonous Thousand Needles, Iron Fist, and Iron Sand Rain all hit their mark.

But the "Umino Sasuke" who was hit instantly twisted and softened, turning into a pile of scattered and broken mud.

"Earth Substitute?! When?!" The Third Kazekage's pupils constricted, and he exclaimed in shock.

All I could see was the ground not far away.

Sasuke Umino's figure slowly rose, his body spotless, his face bearing a cold, mocking expression.

"Third Kazekage!" Sasuke Umino's voice suddenly turned fierce, echoing throughout the entire plaza. "Is this the sincerity of your Sunagakure's peace offer? By openly ambushing the Konoha plenipotentiary representative at the signing ceremony, are you trying to tear up the agreement and continue the war?!"

As he spoke, Mitarashi Shishou and the others, who were already on high alert, instantly unleashed powerful chakra, drew their weapons, and formed hand seals to protect the prison cart in the center.

The Umino clan soldiers immediately flew into the sky and formed a battle formation, warily locking onto the Sunagakure members on the high platform, and the scene instantly became tense.

The Third Kazekage's expression turned extremely ugly. The failed sneak attack not only meant losing the best opportunity, but also put him at a moral disadvantage in an instant. He couldn't help but feel a little shaken.

Chiyo, however, ripped off her disguise, leaped onto the platform, her aged face contorted with extreme hatred, and screamed, "Why waste words with him! White Blood Demon, today is your death day! Pay for my brother and son's lives! Attack! Surround these men of the White Blood Demon and kill them one by one! White Blood Demon, if you dare to escape alone, I will have your men torn to pieces!"

With a flick of her fingers, chakra threads instantly connected to the Chikamatsu Ten Puppet Masters puppets. The two puppets, Ebizo and Sandstorm, surprisingly possessed a strong autonomous combat instinct, much like Sasuke Umino's intelligent puppets.

The two puppets suddenly surged again, their movements becoming extremely agile and ruthless, as if they possessed souls and were full of spirit.

Ebizo clasped his hands together, instantly summoning nearly a hundred strangely shaped puppets that formed a bizarre formation. Meanwhile, Sand Iron Storm let out a low growl that was not human, and dark red chakra patterns appeared on his body, causing his speed and power to surge once again!
"Kill!" Chiyo roared, and together with two human puppets, they transformed into a puppet army, pouncing on Umino Sasuke like a pack of mad tigers.

The Third Kazekage was shocked by the terrifying combat power displayed by Ebizo and Suna Tetsuran, but at the same time, hope was rekindled. These two Anbu were actually Kage-level puppets, and their strength was not weak. With him and Chiyo joining forces, the four Kage-level fighters would be attacking one person, and the chances of victory were still very high.

"Plan unchanged! Continue the encirclement and kill!" The Third Kazekage suppressed a trace of unease in his heart, his eyes regaining their firmness and ruthlessness, and waved his hand.

The elite Sand Village ninjas, who had been lying in ambush throughout the fortress, surged out like a tide and rushed towards the Konoha members in the plaza.

The war broke out instantly!

On the high platform, the four Kage-level powerhouses surrounded Umino Sasuke, launching an attack like a raging storm.

Despite being surrounded by four people, Sasuke Umino remained calm, and suddenly a dazzling burst of lightning erupted from his body.

"Thunder Escape Chakra Mode!"

The piercing cry of a thousand birds echoed through the sky. Blue lightning armor instantly covered his entire body. Although its solidity and lightning intensity were not as heaven-defying as the Third Raikage, they had already surpassed that of the Fourth Raikage's successor, Aiolia. The violent lightning chakra not only greatly enhanced his speed, strength, and defense, but also brought a strong paralyzing effect.

Boom boom boom!
The puppet's attacks, poison mist, wind blades, magnetic sand, and all sorts of ninjutsu were frantically thrown at Umino Sasuke, but they were deflected by his lightning armor. Occasionally, an attack that could penetrate the lightning armor was neutralized by him with his skillful force-dissipating techniques.

He actually managed to maneuver and dodge amidst the siege of four Kage-level powerhouses, seemingly in danger, but in reality, he handled the situation with ease.

"Such powerful Lightning Release! Such terrifying ninjutsu!" The Third Kazekage grew increasingly alarmed as the fight progressed. "No wonder he's a monster capable of defeating the Third Raikage and suppressing the Eight-Tails single-handedly!"

But his Magnet Release was, after all, a bloodline limit with immense power. He seized an opportunity and slammed his hands down on the ground.

"Magnetic Style: Sand Iron Realm Technique!"

A giant iron sand cube instantly formed in mid-air and then crashed down, attempting to imprison Umino Sasuke within it.

At the same time, Chiyo also exerted her power, Ebizo controlled a large number of puppets to spew out highly poisonous flames, while Sandstorm gathered all his strength and punched Umino Sasuke in the face.

We're surrounded on all sides, there's no way to escape!
At this critical moment.

Sasuke Umino rapidly formed hand seals.

"Psychic art!"

boom! boom! boom!
Three huge plumes of white smoke rose around him.

As the smoke cleared, three figures, each with a different appearance but exuding powerful chakra and a chilling killing intent, appeared.

The body with protruding bones, exuding a chilling aura of death and powerful physical skills, was none other than the human puppet Kaguya Hyakuzan.

A body with a strange rubbery texture, its hands pressed against the ground, is a human puppet platform skilled in defense.

The last one is a female human puppet clad in magnificent armor, with delicate features and a metallic sheen faintly visible on her joints—the Glass Mechanical Princess!

"What?! Another human puppet?!" The Third Kazekage was shocked.

Chiyo's gaze instantly locked onto the female puppet, and she let out a bloodcurdling scream: "It's Tama! Umino Sasuke, you blasphemer, you demon, I'll tear you to pieces!!"

She was almost driven mad; seeing her daughter-in-law's corpse turned into a human puppet was more painful than killing her.

The Third Kazekage's pupils constricted, and he exclaimed in disbelief, "Ruritama?! Didn't she have an affair with the White Blood Demon and betray us...?" But he instantly realized that under the Magnet Release's perception, the intricate mechanical structure and chakra core within Ruritama's body were completely exposed—she was a human puppet, and the other two were too!

He was shocked. Umino Sasuke actually possessed so many Kage-level puppets, and his puppetry skills seemed to be even better than Chiyo's.

"Magnetic Release!" The Third Kazekage immediately activated his bloodline limit, attempting to instantly cripple the three human puppets with magnetic force.

However, the results were beyond his expectations.

The rubbery humanoid puppet showed almost no metallic reaction and remained completely unaffected.

The metal reaction within the human puppet with protruding bones was weak, and the magnetic influence was minimal.

As for Ruritama, although the metallic reaction within her body was intense, just as the magnetic force was about to destroy her internal structure, a magnetic power that was in no way inferior to his, and even possessed some peculiar attributes, suddenly erupted from her body, perfectly counteracting his magnetic erosion.

"What?! This is impossible!" The Third Kazekage was utterly shocked. "How could she also possess Magnet Release power?! And with such exquisite skill? Could it be that Sasuke Umino's puppetry techniques have reached the point of granting puppets a bloodline limit?!"

He naturally had no idea that this was entirely the result of Umino Sasuke's true form secretly using Magnet Release to remotely assist Ruri-dama in defense. Umino Sasuke's newly awakened Magnet Release was not much weaker than his own, a veteran Magnet Release user, in terms of quality and control precision.

"We can't delay, we must finish this quickly!" The Third Kazekage shouted sharply, sensing that things were spiraling out of control.

He raised his hands high, and his immense chakra poured out without reservation!

"Magnetic Release: Iron Sand Wings!"

Countless iron sands converged to form a pair of enormous black wings. On the wings, countless iron sand spears, gleaming with a deadly cold light, coalesced and shot towards Umino Sasuke and his puppets like a thousand thorns. Clearly, this was the pure attack form he had developed from the Iron Sand Wings, which combined offense and defense, and its power was quite extraordinary.

(End of this chapter)