Although the third generation was old, his insight was exceptionally sharp.

Indeed, Lin Huo had already gone to report the moment the other party arrived, but his master had not yet shown up.

That's enough to explain some things.

However, some preparations must have been made behind the scenes, as evidenced by the younger generation who rushed down the mountain.

After all, according to recent practice, these kids will not easily go home until the moon is high in the sky.

Nai Shu walked at a moderate pace, gradually calming down the turmoil in her heart.

After all, it was impossible to directly refuse the Third Hokage's request, because this was Konoha after all, and the previous words of the Anbu ninjas were a constant reminder of this.

Insisting on resistance will only lead the whole thing to the worst possible outcome.

Although the current situation is also very bad, there is still some room for maneuver.

As long as the clan leader can return within the timeframe they set, there will be no problem at all.

Moreover, since the clan leader was able to leave unattended under the surveillance of the secret service, it means that he had a certain degree of control over the whole incident.

With this in mind, Uchiha Naki's state of mind became increasingly calm.

The subtle change in the former's mentality was naturally noticed by Hiruzen Sarutobi, and a cold gloom slowly rose from his somewhat cloudy eyes.

Uchiha Ara

What secrets does that little guy hold that have been able to change the will and spirit of an entire family in such a short time?

You should know, he remembers everything.

I remember the Uchiha clan after that night!

Everywhere was desolate, everywhere was deathly still, and all the people of the tribe were plunged into despair.

But now?

This clan not only found the ability to confront past sorrows directly, but also developed a stronger sense of unity!

Needless to say, the crimson blooming in their vision represents the future foundation of this race.

Everyone thought that after that sudden change, the once-powerful family had embarked on an irreversible decline!

But who could have imagined that, under Uchiha Ara's leadership, they would build a 'new city' on the ruins?!

‘Crack! ’

As the dark sky was torn apart by a dazzling bolt of lightning, the thoughts lingering in Hiruzen Sarutobi's mind were also shattered.

At the same time, an ANBU ninja shouted out:

"Lord Hokage, watch out!"

Suddenly, a bolt of lightning cleaved an ancient tree in half, and the broken part of the trunk crashed down right in front of them!

If they had walked a few more steps just now, then perhaps...

"How could that be? It's a clear sky with no clouds."

A murmured whisper came from the mouth of one of the secret agents.

However, the moment he finished writing those words, the already gloomy sky suddenly filled with dark clouds.

That's right,

collection!

They arrived in haste, as if at the behest of some deity.

And soon after, a light drizzle began to fall.

All of this seemed to be deliberately staged to complement the sudden bolt of lightning from earlier.

"Go up and have a look."

The accompanying ANBU ninjas were clearly taken aback by the bizarre situation. At the squad leader's command, one of his men climbed straight up a giant tree.

However, what greeted them was yet another bolt of lightning falling from the sky!

"Click."

The giant tree snapped at the spot where the ANBU ninja was about to land, and a strange burst of light ignited there, clearly the work of the lightning bolt from earlier.

'Clap. '

The ANBU ninja landed steadily on the ground.

Although he was not injured, the eerie feeling in his heart grew stronger.

The two bolts of lightning, imbued with divine might, were clearly aimed at them. Someone was using lightning-style ninjutsu in the shadows to interfere with their progress!

"Together."

Upon seeing this, the squad leader of the secret service suddenly let out a low growl.

Even the strongest Lightning Release ninjutsu can interfere with all four of them at the same time.

But just then, a whisper suddenly fell into their ears:

"Illusion."

The sound was like a resounding bell, instantly stopping the several Anbu ninjas who were trying to climb the giant tree to gain a high vantage point.

"untie."

Without the slightest doubt or hesitation, the four immediately mobilized their chakra to clash with each other, attempting to escape from this environment.

After all, it was the Hokage who revealed this information, someone they trusted unconditionally.

just,

When these guys opened their eyes again, the scene around them was still the same as before.

The rain was still falling, and the dim sky was occasionally punctuated by flashes of brilliant lightning. The giant trees that stretched across the horizon were still swaying with crimson flames.

"Hokage-sama?"

Whispers of doubt fell.

This is not a questioning of the conclusion reached by the Third Generation, but a request for instructions.

If traditional methods cannot dispel such illusions, it can only mean one thing: the caster's skill in illusion has far surpassed that of others!

The illusion was dispelled, and then it was covered up without any gaps!

This is certainly not some random, unfounded statement.

It should be noted that when the illusion was cast, they were completely unaware of it.

Upon hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi did not answer, but silently turned his gaze to a secluded corner in his field of vision.

A young girl with long chestnut hair sat quietly there, with a large easel in front of her. Judging from her posture, she was painting.

"The Kurama clan, Kurama Yakumo."

The muttered words from Hiruzen Sarutobi contained a complex emotion that was clearly palpable.

This ability to project illusions into the real world can only be achieved through the unique bloodline limit exclusive to the Kurama clan.

As for why it wasn't dispelled, it's because this illusion doesn't target just one sense, but all five senses: hearing, smell, sight, taste, and touch!

But when did that girl become able to cast such powerful illusions?

Moreover, given her physical condition, she shouldn't be able to sustain the spell for such a long time!

What exactly is going on?

Could it be that he has mastered the same secret technique as Uchiha Ara? Is he actually pushing his own potential to the limit by displaying such an attitude?

wrong,

Given Kurama Murakumo's personality, he would most likely not agree to such a approach.

Hiruzen Sarutobi denied it in his heart.

But if it's the will of Yakumo Kurama himself and the Kurama clan...

It's not impossible.

He had met the girl when she was very young, and while he was helpless against her naturally weak constitution, he also witnessed her determination to become a ninja and the Kurama clan's desire for revival.

If the latter two are willing to pin their hopes on Uchiha Ara, then even Kurama Murakumo might not be able to do much to stop them.

Of course, there are also two other possibilities:

What the Uchiha gave was not some secret technique that overdraws one's potential;

Anma Congze has consistently maintained a supportive attitude from beginning to end.

These two points are the real reasons why Hiruzen Sarutobi found things troublesome.

Following the Third Hokage's gaze, the several Anbu members present also noticed the girl sitting quietly in the forest, painting.

But strangely enough...

Why were they unable to notice a perfectly healthy young girl sitting right in their line of sight before?

There's no need to say things like the other party has a low profile. Every ninja who can enter the Anbu is an elite among ninjas. How could they possibly ignore outsiders?

"Is it you who is using illusion magic to stop us from moving forward?"

"Do you know that this is the Third Hokage?"

Regardless of the reason, the squad leader of the secret service immediately raised his voice to warn others.

However, the girl sitting in front of the easel seemed to ignore it, and continued to draw something on the paper laid out on it.

The drizzle continued, as did the thunder.

"Then don't blame us."

Seeing this, the four ANBU ninjas suddenly rushed forward. Now that they had found the caster, the way to break free from the illusion was simple.

However, the distance they could traverse in an instant with their agility seemed to be endlessly stretched, and they could never reach the girl's side.

"Stubborn!"

One of the guys, who was still unable to break free from his state, casually pulled out a kunai and threw it at the girl in his field of vision. Of course, due to the name Kurama mentioned by the Third Hokage, they did not actually aim at her vital points, but rather at the easel set up in the forest.

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