"Yes,"

"However, the Three-Tails is currently being ignored, and it seems to have reached a certain agreement with the ninjas of the Hidden Demon Village, and has not continued to attack the Hidden Demon Village members within the area."

"As for that person, he is currently engaged in a fierce aerial battle with Deidara, a formal member of the Akatsuki organization, according to intelligence. Judging from the situation, this battle will be over soon."

"Because that person has an overwhelming advantage,"

"Deidara not only lost his aerial advantage, but even the clay bombs mentioned in the intelligence were all turned into duds by that man's lightning release."

Hinata Hyuga quickly answered Kakashi's question.

She was the sensory ninja of the entire advance team, and her intelligence gathering for the entire battlefield was undoubtedly the most comprehensive and timely.

Even now, during this dialogue, they are constantly monitoring the changing situation of the battle.

"Earth Release versus Lightning Release,"

"Isn't that just complete suppression?"

"Damn it, just how strong is that guy?!"

Upon hearing his teammates' introduction, Kiba Inuzuka's eyes immediately revealed a clear sense of unwillingness. The little white dog in his arms responded by whimpering, its small body shrinking even closer into its owner's embrace.

At this moment, regarding these two forces that should both be classified as invaders, Ya felt a bias towards Akatsuki, wanting them to gain an advantage. He even wanted to use the supposedly undefeated Akatsuki to make that person taste defeat.

However, things backfired.

[In the air.]

However, compared to Kiba's direct surprise, Kakashi Hatake's concern was more specific.

Facing ninjas who could engage in aerial combat at will, it could be said that they had already lost from the very beginning.

This is a battle that simply cannot be waged!

However, I've heard that among the remaining Root forces is a ninja capable of aerial combat. It seems I'll need to make contact with him. Hopefully, that kid hasn't been too corrupted by Danzo and can continue to serve Konoha.

Because Shimura Danzo was marked as an S-rank rogue ninja, all those associated with him and remaining in Konoha territory were subsequently placed under the surveillance of the Anbu.

After all, due to the existence of the [Seal of the Extinction of the Tongue], those people could not gain the village's complete trust.

"boom."

However, just as Kakashi Hatake was silently pondering, a dull rumble from the edge of the forest interrupted his thoughts.

Looking into the distance, dust and smoke rose, and countless giant trees seemed to have broken and collapsed.

However, what if the battle between Uchiha Ara and Deidara takes place in the air?

The fact that the Demon Hidden Village attempted to capture the Three-Tails while it was hiding caused the Three-Tails to riot.

"It was a battle between Gaara of Sunagakure and another official member of Akatsuki. There was no information about that person's identity in the intelligence."

"But judging from the abilities he uses, he is a powerful puppeteer."

"Nearly a hundred puppets were being controlled simultaneously."

Without Kakashi even asking, Hinata Hyuga beside him had already provided real-time battlefield intelligence.

"Hey, Gaara, is that Gaara from Sunagakure?"

"His opponent can control nearly a hundred puppets? Hinata, are you sure you didn't miscount? How can a human have a hundred fingers? Is he a monster?!"

Kiba Inuzuka couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

The former was someone who instilled fear in even Shiro during the Chunin Exams, and in the very final stage of the second exam, he brutally crushed Rock Lee's leg with sand.

Although a considerable amount of time has passed since that incident, even Lee's injuries have been healed under Tsunade's care.

However, the memory of that cruel and bloody scene is indelible for the spectators!

I never expected that guy to show up here too, and he's even on the same side as that other person!

Regarding the latter, a regular ninja is already very skilled if he can control three puppets at the same time, while a human only has ten fingers, and with toes, the total number is only twenty!

How was the puppeteer of the Akatsuki able to control nearly a hundred puppets?

Is that guy a monster?

Or perhaps it's not a single person at all, but rather someone like Haimaru with several brothers, which Hinata's Byakugan simply didn't detect.

"Calm down, Teeth."

"Although the enemy is strong, we are Konoha ninjas. We should not underestimate ourselves."

"And behind us is the Hokage."

Noticing the restlessness in the team members' hearts, Kakashi Hatake immediately spoke up to calm them down.

In fact, it wasn't just Ya; even the Silent Squad, who were already present, and that elite of the battle-hardened ANBU, felt powerless in the face of the current battle.

The reason they didn't express or vent their shock directly is because they had already released their feelings of astonishment first.

"I, I know."

Kakashi's words of comfort, though simple and weak, did have some effect.

However, what truly brought Kiba Inuzuka a sense of relief was that unexpected self-report.

"Hinata, I'm here too."

Following the sound, a young man wearing a stand-up collar trench coat, black sunglasses, and with his hands in his pockets was standing alone on a giant tree.

He was the last member of Kakashi's team, responsible for protecting the rear while the team moved.

He was also the only person whose name the girl didn't mention.

"Haha, it's normal to be ignored because you always seem so aloof and isolated."

Hearing his companion's unexpected self-narration, most of the worries that had been building up on his face were instantly swept away, and he even laughed out loud, ignoring the oppressive atmosphere.

"Ah, I'm sorry, Shino, I didn't mean to."

Upon hearing this, Hinata Hyuga immediately apologized to her teammates, feeling somewhat embarrassed. She had indeed become too excited after seeing Kakashi-sensei, who was in third place, and hadn't continued exploring further.

That's why Shino Aburame, who was hanging at the very back and kept a certain distance from the first three, was overlooked.

However, the moment after expressing her apology, the girl seemed to remember something, and a hint of hesitation appeared on her gentle face.

"Shino-kun......"

She called out, but for a moment she didn't know how to express herself.

"what happened?"

"If it's because you didn't pay attention to me, then there's no need to blame yourself."

"The reason is that, just as Ya said, my presence is very low."

As she spoke, Shino Aburame subconsciously pushed up her glasses perched on her nose, whether to hide her embarrassment or simply out of habit, it was unclear.

"Uh-huh,"

"I'm glad you're able to face your own problems."

Kiba Inuzuka nodded in agreement with an air of seriousness, and the tense atmosphere dissipated considerably during their conversation.

"No, no, Shino-kun."

"What I really want to say is that that person came too."

Although she really didn't want to ruin the atmosphere, after much internal struggle, Hinata Hyuga decided to reveal the news.

After all, if their side were to clash with the ninjas of the Hidden Demon Village, Shino would inevitably encounter that person again, and knowing this in advance would at least give him some mental preparation.

Upon hearing this, not only did the Konoha ninjas who were already present show slight unease, but even Kakashi's team, who had just arrived, immediately had a bad feeling.

Everyone, including Kiba Inuzuka, who had been joking, became somber.

The mysterious and powerful Aburame clan suffered a crushing defeat in the war against Konoha, which was instigated by Uchiha Ara.

The fact that the fighting power of an entire clan could be contained by a single person must have left a deep imprint on the hearts of this lineage, becoming an indelible scar!

Even though Hinata Hyuga didn't directly say that person's name,

However, the answer is obvious.

"Really? She was there too."

Upon hearing this, Shino Aburame lowered her head slightly and looked at her palm. Combined with the sunglasses on her face and the upturned collar, her companions around her could not clearly discern the emotions on her face.

But anyone could sense his inner resentment.

"Shino..."

As his longtime companion and teammate, Kiba Inuzuka urgently spoke up, wanting to offer some comfort.

After all, the ninja who used the Crystal Release technique was designed to take on a hundred opponents single-handedly. Even if he lost, it was just a matter of ability counter, which was normal and unavoidable. It did not mean that the Aburame clan was easily defeated.

However, the plot seems to have deviated somewhat from Kiba Inuzuka's expectations; his companions did not fall into fear or dread upon hearing that person's name.

On the contrary, a powerful surge of fighting spirit welled up in his heart.

"Then, I'll take care of her."

"The reason is that the Aburame clan would never fail twice against the same person!"

"My insects have completed the analysis of that Crystal Release ninja's chakra energy and have bred a tribe specifically targeting that kind of crystal."

"Rather than saying I will win this time, it's more accurate to say that I've been waiting for this moment of reunion."

Aburame Shino's words were filled with strong confidence, and rows of dark, tiny insects appeared on her palm.

That's where his confidence comes from.

It also shows the infinite possibilities of insects!

Although they are individually so weak that they could be easily crushed by an ordinary person.

However, as omnivorous individuals, they are able to evolve in a targeted manner, and after large-scale reproduction, they have infinitely amplified this uniqueness!

Even when facing gods, if these little creatures could find the substance or energy to kill a god, they might actually be able to achieve the feat of slaying a god!

Kiba Inuzuka was momentarily stunned by the former's confident and eloquent response, but he quickly recovered and subconsciously expressed his admiration.

"It seems I worried too much,"

"As expected of you, Shino."

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