So what can be done?

If it's war, then let's fight!

"Huh?"

"It's really lively today."

"A mere genin trial has attracted so many people."

"Are you using this place as an open-air meeting room?"

Huang's expression remained unchanged, his words filled with sarcasm.

It was as if the one confronting them was not the entire Hidden Leaf Village, but just a bunch of unknown oddballs.

Meanwhile, Kakashi Hatake and Might Guy, having broken free from the illusion's shackles, did not make any immediate move.

Although those images have faded and the man's seductive voice is no longer in their ears, this incident and these thought-provoking questions are permanently imprinted in their hearts and cannot be easily erased.

Especially for the former,

The single sentence, "Senior Shuo Mao is the village's hero; a few words from the higher-ups would have resolved this whole affair," shattered the will and support for the old man that they had built up over the years.

And there's one thing that person was absolutely right about.

If they had no desire to live, and if they were truly prepared to sacrifice themselves for the village.

That bastard who was saved, why didn't he refuse his father's help at the most critical moment of the war? Why didn't he just go and die?!

It should be noted that during wartime, in order to protect wartime secrets from being leaked, almost all ninjas carrying out secret missions were given lethal poison or learned secret techniques of self-immolation.

'However, however, a ninja's absolute duty is to follow orders.'

'The Third Hokage's actions were cruel but correct. Whether it's the White Fang of Konoha or an ordinary ninja, the mission should be the priority.'

Will this cause even greater losses to the village?

However, as this frenzied thought surged even more violently, an extremely indifferent thought suppressed its rampage.

The speaker was a blurry-looking boy who appeared in Kakashi Hatake's consciousness, distant and hard to recall.

What is distinguishable is: silver-white hair, a standard ANBU ninja uniform, and a pair of cold, indifferent eyes that exude a "keep away" attitude.

This was during the period when he belonged to the Dark Division.

This was a period in which he was known as 'Cold-Blooded Kakashi' by other factions.

【ah! 】

The internal conflict was giving Kakashi Hatake a terrible headache.

For a moment, he couldn't tell which will was the right one, or which direction he should go.

'Snapped. '

He raised his right hand and pressed it tightly against his right eye, a sharp pain bursting from his scarlet pupil.

Unstoppable and irreversible!

He had long known that this eye possessed another ability, but he never had enough power or emotion to activate it.

But now, however, he seems to have fully understood the eye of his partner and knows the other power hidden within it.

So, in the end, do I still hate it?

I hate that Hokage who didn't do anything to make amends!

After all, those eyes, which can only unleash their full power under immense emotional impulse, had already given him the clearest answer.

"Kakashi, are you alright?"

Upon seeing Zhi's condition, Matt Kai asked questions with great concern.

However, Yu Zhi's voice no longer carried the passionate tone it had before; instead, it was low and deep, as if it held a great deal of unspoken worries.

Both were fathers, and both were ninjas who dedicated countless lives to Konoha.

When it comes to this, he can proudly say that his father was a hero who single-handedly defeated the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.

But during those years, Kakashi could only live on as a source of shame and hatred, clinging to this longing and these emotions.

That scene made him feel so suffocated that he could hardly breathe!

For the first time, he clearly perceived the pain in his close friend's heart from a first-person perspective.

However, Kakashi Hatake did not respond, but simply covered his eyes, which were about to burst with tears.

For the first time, he experienced firsthand the emotions of the Uchiha clan.

This unexpected turn of events naturally caught the attention of Hiruzen Sarutobi.

After all, this is an unbeatable combination temporarily formed by three elite Jonin and Kurenai Yuhi, a genjutsu ninja who can be called the best in Konoha!

But even this one team couldn't stop Uchiha Ara, and was even beaten to pieces. How could he not pay attention to such a situation?

In particular, Kakashi Hatake's current condition is the focus of his attention, even more so than Asuma's, who is severely injured.

However, none of these can compare to Uchiha Ara and his followers, who have already been cornered!

In full view of everyone, he not only seriously injured a fellow villager's genin but also almost killed a fellow villager's jonin. How is such behavior any different from betraying the village?

"The reason why the various clans have arrived is because they have clan members or students who have also participated in this Chunin Exam."

"And when he learned that the Wilderness Clan Chief had temporarily joined the trial, he felt uneasy and asked me to let him come and watch the battle with him."

Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke in extremely official language.

"Originally, I didn't think much of it."

"It was also made clear to the visiting aristocratic families that the Wilderness Clan Chief would weigh the pros and cons and would not truly make trouble for those juniors."

"But now it seems I was wrong."

Soon, he changed the subject, stirring up the emotions of the surrounding clans and listing the former's sins.

"It's not just about ruthlessly targeting allies who belong to the same faction."

"Even the Jonin who came to mediate were using deadly methods at every turn!"

"They are your comrades, your fellow soldiers who fought alongside you!!"

As he spoke, grief and indignation quickly crept onto his aged face, and coupled with his white hair, he was a sight to behold that pained anyone who saw him.

Following these remarks, a series of accusations arose.

However, upon closer inspection, they all seem to be small clans whose names are hard to recall, or unknown Konoha Jonin.

The captains who were actually involved in the matter, including members of the Hyuga clan, did not chime in with any of their opinions.

Huang scoffed at such a tearful accusation and didn't bother to refute it.

"So, what do you want to do?"

He directly countered with a question, bluntly pushing the issue back to him.

After all, at this point, there's no longer any need for pretense.

Besides, making excuses is a useless act.

If you want to add a crime, why don't you have any trouble?

Upon hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi's expression faltered slightly; such composure caught him somewhat off guard.

This is largely because the guys who have been his adversaries over the years are all cunning and treacherous old foxes, and he has rarely encountered an opponent like Uchiha Ara who goes straight for the kill.

However, the prepared draft in his mind was completely useless.

"Since Chief Huang is willing to admit his mistake, then let him surrender and be imprisoned for the time being, and wait for the final discussion among the villages before deciding on his fate."

"The lives of ANBU ninjas should not be sacrificed in vain."

He responded coldly, emphasizing the word "sacrifice."

The participating genin were beaten to a pulp, and his own son, Sarutobi Asuma, almost died on the spot. In addition, the four ANBU members lying in pools of blood were the last straw that broke the camel's back.

Faced with this greater cause, he had no way to escape!

Upon hearing this decision, Kakashi Hatake abruptly raised his face, ignoring Might Guy who was showing concern for him in front of him, and looked directly at the white-haired old man who seemed somewhat impatient.

The hand covering his cheek slowly moved away. In his bloodshot eyes, he was no longer the kind and dignified man he once was; all that remained was a politician who was trying to achieve his own desires!

Perhaps such a courageous and resourceful politician is a good thing for the whole of Konoha, but for certain people, he is an unforgivable bastard!

Hearing the verdict, Huang was not surprised. A sarcastic smile appeared on his lips, and he raised his weapon.

[Located far from residential areas, all those present are ninjas.]

Well, that's fine then.

I can now fulfill the promise I made to you.

With a strong fighting spirit,

The atmosphere was somber.

The two girls behind him were the same, each clutching their kunai and paintbrush tightly.

Despite being outnumbered, the outcome is still uncertain!

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi made no move, because he wanted to wait for his opponent to make the first move.

Only in this way can we completely seize the moral high ground and launch a final, inescapable judgment against this race!

'Clap clap clap clap!'

However, at this very moment of tension, a crisp clapping sound rang out from the edge of the field.

Judging from the sound source, it does not belong to any camp.

"It's really interesting."

"Could this be the rule set by Konoha?"

"Or is it a set of arbitrary rules made only for the Uchiha clan?"

Seemingly worried that the situation would completely spiral out of control, or perhaps concerned that his voice would not be heeded by those present, the man quickly raised his voice again to add.

Such a voice and such a conclusion are undoubtedly extremely jarring and profoundly meaningful.

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