I unleashed a Hundred Demons Parade in the Ninja World

Jiraiya didn't doubt him and continued speaking along with the Third Hokage's words.

However, the former should know this better than I do.

Moreover, during the war-torn years, there were many ninjas of similar or even younger age to Naruto Uzumaki who went to the front lines without hesitation.

This is the true resolve of a ninja.

"Well, you're right."

"Then let's do it your way."

"I hope that Naruto can gain some bond and the power to break free from his own destiny from you."

“These years have certainly not been easy for him.”

"Although that kid has a somewhat unruly personality, he actually longs to be seen by the world and to be accepted and recognized by others."

It's unclear whether this was to strengthen Jiraiya's sympathy and sense of responsibility towards Naruto, prompting him to properly guide and educate the little guy during this month;

Or perhaps it stems from an unspeakable sense of guilt towards the latter.

In short, looking at the disciple who was about to leave, Hiruzen Sarutobi added solemnly once again.

Why do I hear a hint of guilt in your voice?

"If you truly feel guilty, why haven't you taken the initiative to help him more over the years?"

"As the Hokage, you should have this ability, right?"

For some reason, upon hearing the old man's entrustment and hearing the repeated mention of Naruto's terrible situation, Jiraiya suddenly felt uneasy.

Of course, he couldn't be too direct in blaming anyone.

After all, as the Hokage of this village, he had too many things to consider after experiencing the disaster caused by the Nine-Tails.

In order to achieve the greater good, the interests of some people will inevitably be sacrificed, and it is impossible to achieve perfection.

Moreover, in terms of seniority, he himself was Naruto Uzumaki's grandmaster.

However, aside from the name, what bothers me is that I have never been a part of the other person's life.

Even if the third generation doesn't mention it, and even if that little guy fails the test he set, he will try his best to make up for it during this month.

"I also have my own difficulties."

After silently opening his mouth, Hiruzen Sarutobi still gave such a weak answer.

"Yes Yes."

"Let's go, old man."

Fortunately, Jiraiya didn't want to listen any longer. After giving a perfunctory hum, he pushed open the door and prepared to leave.

However, just as he stepped out of the room, he seemed to suddenly remember something and abruptly stopped.

After a moment's hesitation, he turned his back to the white-haired old man and slowly spoke:

"When I passed through the Land of Hot Water, I seemed to hear some stories about the Uchiha clan's Uchiha Ara."

"The residents there do not seem to reject him as much as they do in Konoha; in fact, they admire and praise him in a way that is completely different from what they do in Konoha."

Jiraiya paused noticeably when he got to this point.

He originally wanted to use more explicit terms, such as the respect and faith that village ninjas have for their own Kage.

After all, whether it's quickly wiping out all the evil forces, big and small, within the Land of Hot Water, or completely eliminating the evil church, the Cult of Evil Gods, which has been rooted in that region, thus eradicating this shadow that has existed for too long, it would be enough to make the inhabitants of that country grateful.

However, he was worried that saying such things directly would evoke other emotions and thoughts in the Third Hokage, so he used relatively euphemistic words to describe it.

However, even relatively subtle words should be enough to serve as a warning to the former.

"I hope you can treat Uchiha Ara and the Uchiha clan behind him with true fairness, and prevent the events of three years ago from happening again."

"That's it, then."

"Hello........."

"Well, never mind, I'm leaving."

Jiraiya swallowed back the words "Take care of yourself" that were about to slip out.

Ultimately, the other party was his mentor and the shadow of this village; he had no right to say such extreme things.

'Da, da, da.'

As the crisp sound of wooden clogs striking the floor faded into the distance, the entire Hokage's office fell silent.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, sitting behind the Hokage's desk, suppressedly puffed on his tobacco.

[The Land of Hot Water]

[Lightning Swarm!]

So, that's where you rely on, isn't it?

After an unknown amount of time, the quiet environment was broken by a sharp "Hokage-sama".

Suddenly, an ANBU ninja dressed in standard ninja attire and wearing a white mask knelt silently in the office.

"Issue the order to have the troops stationed on the eastern border keep a close watch on the movements of the ninjas from the Land of Hot Springs, in case any of them cross the border."

"Then let's consider this a declaration of war."

"At the same time, the same order is issued to the troops stationed on the western border: keep a close watch on the Sunagakure ninjas who are conducting military exercises. Any unjustified border crossings will be considered an attack!"

"Even if they are allies."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's voice was cold and carried an undeniable certainty.

They didn't care at all what enormous sacrifices such a decision would cause.

At this moment, Yu Zhi had only one thought in his mind.

It is absolutely impossible to allow the Lightning Brigade of the Land of Hot Water in the east, the Sand Village of the Land of Wind in the west, and the Uchiha clan at the center of the vortex to form a triangular encirclement of Konoha!

"Yes."

After a brief response, the ANBU ninja who had appeared vanished silently from the Hokage's office, leaving the Third Hokage alone, continuing to work at his desk.

at the same time,

The battle far away in the Valley of the End is also coming to an end.

The ground shattered, giant trees collapsed, and vast forests were razed to the ground by the brute force of the impact. The roars of the giant beasts were completely transformed into painful, low howls.

"Uchiha, those damned Uchiha!!"

Staring intently at the boy whose arms were crossed over his chest, who seemed completely at ease amidst the massive chakra giant, Shukaku, the One-Tailed Beast, let out a roar filled with hatred.

At this moment, it is in bad condition, very bad.

Not only did the Jinchuriki not die, but that bastard Uchiha saved him at the crucial moment.

Most importantly, even after landing, it still didn't gain any advantage. Ninjutsu was useless, and its body, which it could rely on, was completely restrained by the giant blade wrapped in special demonic flames.

Each strike felt like a blow to his very soul, to the very source of his power, weakening him with each battle, yet his opponent remained completely at ease!

During that time, it considered escaping.

However, he was already surrounded by equally obscure and powerful entities on all four sides, leaving him with no way to escape. Moreover, if they all joined the fray, he would undoubtedly be defeated even faster.

What's going on with these guys?!

The roaring sound remained uncomprehended in his heart.

"You really are weak."

"So, you've already decided how you're going to die?"

Looking at the demon fox covered in wounds, with fine sand scattering from its body and only one claw remaining on its upper limb, Huang said coldly.

"kill me?"

“Kill me, and that guy won’t survive either.”

"If you really wanted to kill me, why did you save him in the first place?!"

Suppressing its anger, Shukaku used sharp words to argue while gathering its power to deliver a fatal blow to the bastard in front of it!

"Oh, this is only to leave him a whole body out of respect for Sunagakure."

"Anyway, how many times has he been assassinated by people from his own village over the years?"

As soon as the boy finished speaking, the ox-demon standing in the north casually threw Gaara on the ground, not caring at all whether the ensuing battle would affect the unconscious Gaara.

This scene, coupled with the host's past experiences, made Shukaku somewhat lack confidence.

What will it take for you to let me go?!

So, seeing the chakra giant approaching step by step, it made a compromise.

However, it was a feigned compromise; all they wanted was for the other party to come a little closer, and then a little closer...

It's now!

"I, this great one, will not die!"

Without any warning, as it let out a shriek, Shukaku opened its enormous, eerie maw, and a deep purple energy condensed within it!

At this moment, the energy symbolizing destruction poured out and raged in all directions.

This is its strongest attack.

[Tailed Beast Ball.]

However, before it could fully unleash its attack, the giant had already reached it and forcefully pressed down its wide-open mouth.

The sudden attack caused Shukaku to swallow the sphere filled with terrifying energy, and no matter how much it struggled, Shukaku showed no sign of letting up.

Reflected in the fox demon's eyes was the boy's indifferent attitude and chilling mockery.

"Trying to outsmart the kaleidoscope of prophecy."

"I really don't know where you got the courage."

"Die."