Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

After the White Zetsu disappeared, a cold glint flashed in Shimura Danzo's eyes. He summoned a Root ninja and began assigning tasks.

……

"Obito, where do you think we're going?"

Nohara Rin, who was following a group of ninjas forward, finally couldn't hold back for two days and turned to ask Uchiha Obito in a low voice.

“They should be heading towards the northwestern border of the Land of Fire…” Obito Uchiha pointed to the direction the two were heading. “Judging from their route, there shouldn’t be any problem. It’s most likely them.”

"With our strength, wouldn't going there be the same as staying with Lady Tsunade?"

Nohara Rin's eyes showed worry, filled with confusion about her future and a trace of undetectable fear.

At the tender age of blossoming flowers, who would want to die unless something unexpected happens?

"We will survive, Lin!"

Obito Uchiha said firmly, "Trust me, Rin. I will absolutely protect you!"

"Yes, I've always believed that..."

Rin Nohara nodded emphatically, then reached out and grabbed Obito Uchiha's small hand. "Then I'll do my best to heal your injuries and keep you lively and energetic, haha..."

"Hehe, let's work hard together!"

"Yeah! Let's work together!"

……

In a secret underground base, White Zetsu peeked out.

"Madara, at the speed at which Obito Uchiha and Rin Nohara's group are moving, they should be able to reach Danzo Shimura's headquarters by tomorrow morning."

"Ah, very good."

Madara Uchiha, who had been sitting cross-legged like a sculpture, opened his eyes, a glint of light flashing in his scarlet three-tomoe Sharingan.

"Have you arranged the personnel yet?"

"Everything is arranged. You should know my ability to create clones. So far, there is no way to see through my clones' disguise."

"Hmm, very good. Let's wait and see."

"Wait, Madara!"

Just as Madara Uchiha was about to close his eyes to conserve his energy, White Zetsu suddenly interrupted him.

"What is it now?" Madara Uchiha was getting impatient. He felt that saying another word now would be a waste of his life.

He couldn't afford to waste a single bit of his life energy before waiting for Obito Uchiha to turn evil.

"I've caught all of Danzo Shimura's little tricks behind the scenes."

"Him? Just a clown!" Madara Uchiha scoffed. "His petty schemes and underhanded tactics are beneath him..."

"But Madara, I'm worried he'll affect our next plan." White Zetsu was a little anxious, but more than that, he was furious that Shimura Danzo had attacked him repeatedly, trying to use Uchiha Madara's methods to eliminate Shimura Danzo.

"Stop thinking about your little schemes!"

Madara Uchiha glared fiercely at White Zetsu, "Get to work. Once the plan succeeds, Danzo Shimura won't live much longer..."

After saying that, Madara Uchiha closed his eyes and ignored White Zetsu.

White Zetsu, also annoyed, shut his mouth and then sank into the ground and disappeared.

Chapter 153 Onoki's Fury.

"By the way, Akira, did Killer Bee, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, escape or...?"

Inside the command tent, the four men sat cross-legged and discussed until the very end, when Jiraiya suddenly asked a question.

"Escaped."

Akira Hatake answered without hesitation, his expression revealing no problem whatsoever.

"Defeating the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, that's truly an amazing achievement!" Jiraiya, without a doubt, took a sip of tea and exclaimed, "You truly deserve the title of Konoha's Supernova."

"Master, please don't praise me. You were even more outstanding than me when you were young."

"Haha, you've hit the nail on the head! When I was young..."

Jiraiya was overjoyed. After putting down his teacup, he excitedly recounted his impressive achievements from his youth to Akira Hatake and the others, and he seemed unable to stop talking.

Akira Hatake played the role of a perfect listener in this situation, and his ability to provide a straight man was also quite outstanding.

As for why he let Killer Bee go, Akira Hatake had his own reasons.

Killer Bee, as the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, is one of the top combat forces in Kumogakure. In some ways, his role on the battlefield is even more useful than that of the Third Raikage.

However, to be fair, Killer Bee's great deterrent power in the war ultimately stemmed from his status as the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki.

After transforming into a tailed beast, the Eight-Tails' Tailed Beast Ball or octopus tentacle attacks can inflict devastating damage on enemy ninja forces.

But it was precisely because of this that Akira Hatake was not afraid of Killer Bee at all, and even took it upon himself to release him.

One reason is to better deal damage to Killer Bee in the future, and then use the Book of Devouring Gods to convert the damage he creates into life energy to inject into himself.

Secondly, of course, they were certain that Killer Bee would not dare to use the Tailed Beast Ball in front of them or Minato Namikaze in the future.

Akira Hatake repeatedly used Flying Thunder God Technique to transfer the Tailed Beast Balls to the Cloud Ninja forces. Unless Killer Bee has gone mad, he would never risk accidentally harming his own side by using the Tailed Beast Balls again.

As for the octopus tentacles attack after the tailed beast transformation, its attack power and threat are nothing compared to the tailed beast ball. Any ninja with a little strength can dodge it in time.

Taking all these factors into account, releasing Killer Bee, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, would generally be more detrimental than beneficial to Konoha.

However, for Akira Hatake himself, this move was more beneficial than harmful.

It's not that Akira Hatake is cold-blooded, but rather that Konoha's current war potential hasn't reached its limit. If they really wanted to withstand the 1.5 ninja troops from Kumogakure, it would be quite easy for them.

Moreover, Akira Hatake has not forgotten that the Tsuchikage Onoki from the original timeline stabbed the Third Raikage in the back!

This point is crucial and could be a turning point that significantly impacts the outcome of Jiraiya's battle against the 1.5-strong Cloud Ninja force.

Even though the butterfly effect caused by Akira Hatake has made it a mystery when the Tsuchikage Onoki will make his move, one thing is certain: Onoki will definitely target Kumogakure.

The reason for this certainty is the irreconcilable hatred and conflict between Iwagakure and Kumogakure.

Even now that the two sides have started to cooperate, it is only driven by self-interest.

However, when interests clash, the Tsuchikage Onoki is far more ruthless than Konoha!

Akira Hatake's decision to let Killer Bee go might have unexpected effects when the Tsuchikage, Onoki, betrays the Third Raikage.

"Okay, I've said so much, I'm tired of talking and you're probably fed up with listening to me."

Jiraiya rambled on for over half an hour about his past highlights, and finally, still feeling unsatisfied, he took the initiative to end his self-praise.

Changing the subject, "Akira, the task of picking up reinforcements is entrusted to you. Do you need Minato's assistance?"

"No need for that, I'm confident in my abilities."

Akira Hatake stood up. "Master, there's no time to lose. I'll prepare myself and then we'll go carry out this mission."

"Okay, then hurry back. The situation here is still very critical." Jiraiya nodded and watched Hatake Akira leave.

"Don't be in such a hurry, kid."

Jiraiya glanced at Kakashi, who seemed a little uneasy after Akira Hatake's departure, and chuckled, "I know you brothers are very close, but you also have a mission I've assigned to you!"

"Lord Jiraiya, please speak."

"I plan to send an elite squad to infiltrate the Land of Lightning and seize the opportunity to destroy the supply routes of the Hidden Cloud Village."

"With you leading this team, I believe that with your Bloodstained Elimination Blade Technique, you are fully capable of handling this mission."

Patting Kakashi on the shoulder, Jiraiya earnestly instructed, "Kakashi, this mission can only succeed, it cannot fail. Otherwise, our frontline will be plunged into a fierce battle, and might even..."

"I understand, Jiraiya-sama!"

Kakashi nodded firmly, then stood up. "Lord Jiraiya, I'll go and prepare as well."

"Okay, go ahead. Also, please report the list of ninjas you prefer in a timely manner, and I'll make arrangements for you."

After saying his last words, Jiraiya watched Kakashi leave the tent.

Then, Jiraiya looked at Minato Namikaze.

"Minato, do you have any objections to my arrangements?"

Minato Namikaze was taken aback, not expecting Jiraiya to ask him that, but he quickly shook his head. "Sensei, I have no objection."

"Minato, you've struck gold..."

Jiraiya gave Minato Namikaze a deep look, "If nothing unexpected happens, the two Hatake brothers will have an immense and terrifying reputation after this Shinobi World War ends."

"And as their teacher, your future will be bright. Even the old man will have to look at you differently."

"Teacher, this... it's a bit too early to say these things." Minato Namikaze was a cautious person, and even though he thought so in his heart, he still had to play it safe.

"It's a bit early, but now is the time for you to completely take over my job."

"Teacher, you mean..."

"It means exactly what it says." Jiraiya patted Minato Namikaze on the shoulder forcefully. "From now on, you will be in charge of everything related to the northeastern defense forces."

"But teacher, this is against the rules."

Minato Namikaze knew that coming back was also a way to nurture him and give him a chance to grow stronger, but he knew he should decline when necessary.

People need to be more cautious and steady, especially at this stage of life.

As expected, Jiraiya was very satisfied with Minato Namikaze's performance.

"Don't worry about these things. I will still be the nominal head coach and oversee things for you. You can make the rest of the decisions yourself."

"Yes, teacher, I will certainly live up to your expectations!"

"Yes, do a good job. The future belongs to you young people..." Jiraiya smiled and stood up. "I'm going to go outside and take a look. You stay here and work on a battle plan."

"is teacher!"

Minato Namikaze rose to see him off, and only after Jiraiya left the tent did he stop in front of the huge field map, clenching his fists and his heart pounding with excitement.

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"idiot!"