I unleashed a Hundred Demons Parade in the Ninja World

Instead of taking the stairs, Sasuke Uchiha leaned on the railing with one hand and jumped straight down from the lounge, which was four or five stories above the ground.

It's unclear whether this behavior stems from fear of encountering that person in a confined space, or from the same purpose as Temari from Sunagakure before—to demonstrate one's strength.

Anyway,

At this moment, in this dark and narrow stairwell, there is only Ara, Izumi, and Gaara, who is descending with Absolute Defense.

The two met without exchanging a single word or making any facial expressions; they simply passed each other like strangers.

As for the incident that happened a month ago, it may really just be a fleeting moment.

However, this gradually receding oppressive atmosphere was broken just as Gaara was about to step into the light and shadow and into the arena.

"If I go with you."

"What should I do?"

And the one who broke this silence was none other than Gaara, who was always taciturn.

He stopped walking at the last moment, turned to the side, and looked up at the man.

In this brief and silent test, the other party seemed to have little interest in him and did not ask for his answer.

The invitation that night seemed like an invitation born of pity.

Such feelings made it somewhat difficult for him to discern their true meaning.

After all, in Sunagakure, those old guys were both fearful and crazy about using their power.

And in this ninja world, how could anyone not covet the power they possess?

Therefore, unable to make his own judgment, Gaara chose to ask.

The other person's answer will directly influence his decision.

Upon hearing this, Huang also stopped his ascent.

As he looked down, he also noticed the seemingly strong eyes and the curled-up hands of the One-Tailed Jinchuriki.

There was a hidden unease in this guy's heart.

"I don't need you to do anything."

Without much time to think, Huang blurted out his answer.

Such bluntness immediately caused Gaara's curled-up hands to clench into fists, and a strong sense of vigilance rose in his eyes.

Sometimes, what you need to give the most is not doing anything yourself or giving anything in return!

This is something he learned from Yashamaru.

As a price, it lost all trust and reliance on the outside world that time.

"Once the operation begins, you should start your westward escape."

"Escape to the Land of Fields and find the Wind Demon Dragonfly of the Wind Demon Clan. She will take care of everything for you."

Huang ignored the other person's strange behavior and continued to add to the story.

This was a decision he had already made; the power of Shukaku was not incorporated into this operation.

However, this arrangement still failed to eliminate the obsession in Gaara's eyes.

Even if the other party's request brings a long-lost sense of relaxation and relief.

But this time, it was he who took the initiative to speak:

"Shukaku said that you made an equivalent exchange with it."

“But I am not Shukaku.”

Gaara spoke slowly and deliberately, his eyes filled with seriousness as he looked at Gaara.

What he asked for was very simple: peace of mind through equal giving.

Since the former has agreed to become the 'cage' that controls its own power, then as the beneficiary, it is only fair that it should also do something in return.

So it was Shukaku.

Looking at Gaara's serious face, Ara muttered to himself, "How could this guy possibly make a decision on his own now?"

Of course, this is not a bad thing.

"Your abilities are not suited for, nor are they meant for, killing."

The words I heard made Aro clench his fists even tighter.

It was more like a bright light was quietly flashing in his eyes.

For a moment, he wanted to say something, but he restrained himself and waited for what was to come.

"Absolute Defense of Sand,"

"Since your ability is defense, then in exchange for accepting you, use it to protect your future companions."

Huang's tone gradually became serious.

At that moment, Gaara's clenched fist relaxed and opened.

After giving him a deep look and meeting his gaze, he turned and walked toward the arena.

And in the air, a sentence remained:

"make a deal."

The contest between Uchiha Sasuke and Gaara is in full swing.

The former focuses on offense, while the latter focuses on defense.

The piercing thunder and the dull groan of sand and gravel mingled together.

The two were evenly matched, and cheers echoed from all around, making it clear that it was impossible to end the competition quickly.

at the same time,

When a well-trained falcon soared over most of Konoha and landed on the shoulder of a recipient, a purge operation carried out with the will of the Third Hokage began.

One after another, agile figures suddenly emerged from their hiding places.

Wearing white masks with identical patterns and well-equipped standard ninja uniforms, they charged towards the gathering place in their field of vision with a clear objective.

period,

There were no words, no communication, only an orderly atmosphere and a strong sense of impending doom.

However, such a surprise attack in broad daylight could not be easily concealed.

In the blink of an eye, three figures suddenly appeared and blocked the path of the ninjas.

The man in the lead was tall and straight, with a resolute gaze. A hideous and terrifying wound ran down to his jaw from the corner of his mouth.

The two companions beside him looked relatively young, and one was fat and the other thin.

The fat man held a powerful crossbow, already loaded with arrows, the shafts adorned with potent explosive tags; the thinner man held a regular kunai, muttering incoherently:

"Eight, twelve, sixteen... thirty-two!"

"Captain Baiyun, there are thirty-two people within our perception range. We cannot stop them all."

A low, concluding growl erupted from Kimura's mouth.

His voice trembled slightly, but not from fear, but from anger.

Although a quick glance revealed nothing about the ninjas who launched the surprise attack that would distinguish them from the real people, the three men present were neither fools nor greenhorns.

The identity of the attackers could be deduced simply from their scent and the formation of the attack.

After all, how could the mighty Konoha be so easily infiltrated by nearly ten foreign ninja squads, and launch an organized attack?

Baiyun Yeshan did not respond to these words, because he still harbored a sliver of hope.

"This is Konoha territory."

"Whose orders are you acting on?!"

They were trying to drive away the menacing ninjas.

But clearly, this was a waste of time.

Within a short time, the two sides had closed in, reaching a distance where they could launch an attack.

Therefore, the shuriken in the newcomer's hand, imbued with an unstoppable killing intent, flew towards the three Konoha ninja in his sight.

This was solely because the two orders they received on this trip were:

First, anyone who blocks your way is an enemy;

Second, to completely occupy the Uchiha clan's territory.

This is the reckless Plan B, a desperate gamble.

That is, when the main plan to release the Nine-Tails to directly annihilate Ara failed, they turned to attacking his clan.

The ongoing Chunin Exams present the perfect opportunity to weaken the Uchiha clan's main fighting force.

After all, the remaining clansmen were mostly young people who had been sheltered within the clan's territory and had no mission or combat experience.

Eight elite ANBU squads—this is already a very formidable lineup, theoretically overwhelming the Uchiha clan, excluding their top-tier combatants.

Of course, it is also one of the few forces that person can mobilize right now.

"fighting."

The shurikens flying from the storefront signify that communication has failed.

Therefore, in an instant, Baiyun Yeshan issued the battle command, and his rough hands pulled out the heavy longsword he was carrying on his back.

Regardless of the identity of the enemy before him, all he wanted now was to repay the favors he owed.

However, at this moment,

Just as the two sides were about to clash,

A series of powerful chakra auras approached from behind and broke through the simple defensive line created by the three in an instant.

At the same time, a furious growl boomed in their ears:

"The Uchiha clan will never stand behind their comrades!"