I, Uchiha: Split Konoha

Chapter 157 Chain Reaction in the Ninja World

Under the sunlight, the lightning flashing on the Kusanagi sword appeared behind him. In fear of death, Mei Terumi's pupils instinctively contracted. Through the reflection of the kunai in her hand, she clearly saw that handsome face now showing a devilish smile.

That's too late!

Mei Terumi cried out in her heart, as if her fate had been decided at this moment, but then a sudden change occurred all around her.

Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique

Whizzing

The surrounding Mist Ninjas completely disregarded his presence, indiscriminately unleashing their ninjutsu, and some even threw shuriken with explosive tags attached.

Just as the Kusanagi sword was about to strike, facing the indiscriminate attacks from all sides, Uchiha Yoru suddenly changed the direction of his sword. A tremendous force suddenly struck him from behind, and Terumi Mei almost coughed up blood.

Boom~

He kicked Terumi Mei hard in the back without any mercy. The force sent her flying. It wasn't out of kindness, but because he was using her as cover, shielding her from the incoming explosive tags, kunai, and shuriken.

"It seems that the Mist Ninja really does exclude bloodline ninjas."

Her methods were extremely ruthless, and she said such shameless things. Although she knew it was an attempt to sow discord, Mei Terumi couldn't help but show anger in her eyes.

Water Escape·Water Formation Wall

Suppressing the churning in her chest, Mei Terumi seized her only chance to survive, immediately forming hand seals and releasing a defensive water-style ninjutsu.

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Rumble~

The explosive tags detonated all around instantly, and a trickle of blood slowly flowed from the corner of Mei Terumi's mouth. Especially the sword wound that pierced her abdomen; if it hadn't missed a vital spot, she probably would have really died here.

As screams rang out and the Water Barrier Ninjutsu dissipated, Mei Terumi didn't even look at anyone else, and directly opened her mouth and spat out a thick cloud of water mist.

Water Release: Hidden Mist Technique

Just as the thick fog appeared, a flash of lightning streaked across the sky. Looking at the blood on the Kusanagi sword, Uchiha Yoru shook his head in surprise and said, "You escaped? As expected of you, you managed to escape even in this situation."

In the distance, a figure slowly emerged from a puddle in the forest. It was Mei Terumi, the ninja wearing a mask. She was severely injured in the abdomen and had a deep wound on her chest, with blood staining her clothes. She was panting heavily.

"The Uchiha clan! This is never over between us."

Mei Terumi, who had nearly died twice from the Kusanagi sword, was filled with fear and anger. She cared about the lives of her fellow village ninjas, but no one cared about her. Her anger was more about the current policies of Kirigakure. Just then, a miserable wail came from afar. When she turned around and looked at the battlefield, she saw a scene that she would never forget.

A figure flashing with arcs of electricity charged into the battlefield like a tiger among sheep. With the Cursed Seal in full state, Uchiha Yoru's speed and strength increased dramatically, especially in the Lightning Release Chakra mode, where he became a meat grinder.

The chaotic battlefield limited his vast ninjutsu, but it also became his personal stage.

His Sharingan with its three tomoe possessed abnormally high dynamic vision, his swordsmanship was unparalleled, and his movements were as fast as lightning. No one could restrain him as he moved about.

The raging Lightning Release swept across the battlefield with unbridled speed, and its close-range paralysis effect, Lightning Release: Chidori Stream, was the bane of countless Mist Ninjas.

Lightning Release: Chidori

The high-intensity electric current formed by Lightning Release chakra was concentrated in his hand. With the super-fast thrusting speed and the super-powerful dynamic vision of the Three-Tomoe Sharingan, it directly transformed into a flash of lightning that pierced through the target on the battlefield.

When a tiger enters a flock of sheep, it is almost a one-sided massacre. After being freed from restraint, Uchiha Yoru went all out on the battlefield, specifically looking for and killing ninjas who exposed their weaknesses or were injured.

"Damn it!"

Hidden in the shadows, Suigetsu Hozuki saw this situation and Konoha's morale soared. On the other hand, their elite ninjas, who were meant to hold off the enemy, had already been defeated. Frustrated, he could only shout angrily and then order the release of a retreat signal flare.

bang bang~

As the signal flare burst into the sky, a thick fog instantly appeared on the battlefield.

Water Release: Hidden Mist Technique

Under the wide-ranging Mist Concealment Technique, the fierce battlefield was instantly enveloped in thick fog. The Mist Ninja who were fighting just a second ago withdrew and retreated without any hesitation.

It must be said that the adaptability of the Mist Ninja technique is remarkable. Not only does it have corresponding assassination techniques, but it can also be used as cover during retreat. More importantly, this ninjutsu is only a D-rank ninjutsu, and the range depends entirely on how much chakra you release, making it simple and convenient.

"Hyuga's Byakugan confirms the location of the Mist Ninja!"

"The Mist Ninja are retreating towards 11:00!"

"The Mist Ninja are retreating towards 13 o'clock!"

"The Mist Ninja have withdrawn from the forest at the 8 o'clock direction!"

……

The reconnaissance and sensory ninjas shouted loudly in the thick fog. As reports echoed in their ears, the tense Konoha ninjas revealed joyful smiles.

"All Konoha ninja, do not let your guard down!"

"The Wind Release ninja dispersed the thick fog."

Wind Release: Great Breakthrough

Although wind-attribute ninjas are rare, they do exist. In addition, this ninjutsu is only C-rank. Especially since the battlefield is an open area, the thick fog was instantly dispersed by a dozen huge gusts of wind. The fog that was pitch black a moment ago became visible to the naked eye the next moment, and people could be seen around them. Gradually, the black dots of retreating mist ninjas could be seen in the distance.

That's how the ninja battlefield is—it comes quickly and goes quickly. With various bizarre ninjutsu combined, the battlefield returns to tranquility almost in the blink of an eye.

Among the corpses left behind, all the bodies of the Mist Ninja had been stabbed before they left, especially their heads. Ninja heads contain important secrets, so they are always stabbed before they leave.

As for injured ninjas, even the cold-blooded Mist Ninjas would not abandon them casually. After all, if they are injured, they can go back to recover and participate in the battle again. The five great ninja villages are not so extravagant as to be so casual, unless it is necessary.

"Treat the wounded, and the uninjured reconnaissance ninjas, follow up and scout the surrounding area."

"Ninjas who are still capable of fighting, return to your respective lines and stand ready!"

After a series of orders were issued, the Konoha ninja army quickly began to return to a state of combat readiness, while medical ninjas from the rear also appeared on the battlefield.

Seriously injured ninjas should be treated first, while those with minor injuries should first use bandages or similar items to stop the bleeding and provide initial treatment.

"Everyone, hurry up and replenish your chakra and stamina."

After orders were issued on the battlefield, everyone performed their duties and entered their respective states. In particular, the special Jonin and Jonin calmly began to command, with the Chunin squad leaders below cooperating in the process.

After years of training at the Ninja Academy, every ninja has ingrained obedience to orders into their very bones; it can be said that ninjas are born rapid-response forces.

"Captain Night."

"night."

This time, the Mist Ninja's surprise attack came with great force but was somewhat weak at the end, or rather, this battle was just a test.

When Kakashi Hatake, Might Guy, and the other ninjas arrived, Yoru Uchiha's expression was very serious, showing no joy at being repelled by the Mist Ninja.

"This attack by the Mist Ninja is a probing attack, intended to probe our strength and weaknesses here. Quickly send orders to Hyuga Hizashi and Uchiha Shisui, telling them that the Mist Ninja may launch a probing attack on both locations next."

"yes!"

Upon hearing this, Genma Shiranui, Raido Namiashi, and Deivashi immediately shouted respectfully. They demonstrated their obedience to their superiors, proving themselves to be a competent guard team.

Kakashi Hatake, as the second-in-command, frowned upon hearing this. He lowered his headband to cover his left eye, sealed his Sharingan, and said in a low voice, "Yoru, are you saying that the Mist Ninja wants to weaken us?"

It was obvious that Kakashi's thinking was more far ahead than anyone else's in this regard, and Uchiha Yoru nodded with a satisfied smile, saying, "Not bad."

"The Blood Mist of the Mist Village is the most brutal elite policy in the ninja world. It can be said that the number of Mist Village ninjas among the five great ninja villages is not large. For our Konoha, it is obviously at a disadvantage. Once we get into a war of attrition, the Mist Village ninjas who have conquered more territory will be scattered. It is better to concentrate our forces so that we can launch an attack at any time."

Uchiha Yoru paused suddenly, then said in a deep voice, "Moreover, the purpose of the Mist Ninja is not the wealth of the Land of Whirlpools. The current Fourth Mizukage is probably eyeing the Land of Whirlpools, a strategic location. Otherwise, why would they suddenly start border skirmishes?"

At the same time, he looked at Kakashi and pondered inwardly. The strategic location of the Land of Whirlpools was also bait thrown out by the Fourth Mizukage, since the current Fourth Mizukage was being manipulated by Obito.

Konoha's progress was hampered, and Obito wanted to weaken Konoha while also weakening the power of the bloodline clans in Kirigakure, which could be described as killing two birds with one stone.

"At night, the two mines of the Mist Ninja are very close to each other, while our three mines are quite far apart. The Mist Ninja's power can be concentrated at one point, while our power is scattered into three parts."

Kakashi Hatake spoke with a grave expression, and Yoru Uchiha nodded in agreement, saying in a deep voice, "That's right. Things will probably get even tougher from now on. The Mist Ninja, with their concentrated power, have taken the initiative and can harass us at any time. At the same time, the refined iron and chakra metals we mine will likely become targets for the Mist Ninja."

"After all, the Mist Ninja do not need to protect or guard themselves; they can obtain enormous wealth simply by plundering. They have a unique advantage, unless the village sends a large number of reinforcements."

Uchiha Yoru shared his analysis, and Kakashi Hatake's expression became even more solemn upon hearing it. He wasn't stupid; the other ninjas around him only saw their own passive situation and failed to grasp the long-term strategy.

This is the war between Konoha and Kirigakure. Konoha is a large and powerful village, but Kirigakure has the upper hand. Moreover, Konoha is also being held back by other ninja villages, so it can only be said that it is a 50/50 war.

"Kakashi, be careful with your eyes."

When Uchiha Yoru suddenly spoke a word of concern, others assumed he was referring to the burden of the Sharingan. However, only Hatake Kakashi gave a wry smile. He knew that Yoru was referring to the side effects of the Mangekyou Sharingan on him. He had already secretly made preparations when Uchiha Yoru was trapped earlier.

Shisui and he only needed to bear the side effects of the Mangekyou Sharingan, controlling the frequency of use and taking good care of themselves. Kakashi Hatake, however, not only had to bear the side effects but also the burden of the Mangekyou Sharingan, which was far greater than the three tomoe.

While Konoha was in a difficult defensive phase on the battlefield of the Land of Whirlpools, undercurrents were surging throughout the ninja world.

……

The Land of Water, the Hidden Mist Village.

The Fourth Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi, sneered as he looked at the intelligence scroll in his hand, traces of his Sharingan appearing in his eyes.

"The ninja world is laughable, but it suits me just fine. I can use your power to weaken Konoha."

As soon as the Sharingan in Yagura's eyes faded, he said in a deep voice to the door, "Tell the Raikage and Tsuchikage that Kirigakure wants the position of Uzushiogakure, but how to obtain this position requires them to restrain Konoha's power."

"yes!"

An ANBU member appeared in the office, knelt respectfully on one knee, and spoke in a deep voice. Meanwhile, Yagura Karatachi took out an intelligence scroll and said with a mocking laugh, "We will transfer another 300-man ninja corps from the village to support the battlefield in the Land of Whirlpools."

"yes!"

If another 300 people are sent, the number of ninjas that the Mist Ninja has deployed in the Land of Whirlpools will exceed 1,000. This is almost crossing the line. At the same time, it is also a message to the Raikage and Tsuchikage: if you don't care, then we won't fight. If you help to hold them back, then we will fight.

It must be said that Obito's methods were still very powerful after he turned to the dark side.

……

Kumogakure, Raikage's office.

The Fourth Raikage, Ayumu, rarely smiled. "Haha, good. It seems Konoha is going to suffer a great loss this time. Let's see how you deal with this, old thief Sarutobi."

"Tell the Fourth Mizukage that the Cloud Village has already increased the number of ninjas deployed to the border, doing their best to keep Konoha occupied for him."

"Haha, no matter how cunning you are, old thief Sarutobi, this time the Mist Ninja has set its sights on the strategic location of the Land of Whirlpools. We've all just finished the Third Shinobi World War, and your Konoha first suffered the Nine-Tails' attack and lost the Fourth Hokage, and then there was the Orochimaru incident, the Hokage candidate. Haha, it seems that Konoha has weakened and everyone wants to take a bite out of it."

The rude Fourth Raikage, A, laughed excitedly and clapped his hands, ordering, "Go! Spread rumors about Konoha's current predicament to all the smaller ninja villages, and at the same time, incite friction between the smaller ninja villages and Konoha."

"Yes."

……

Rock Shadow Village, Earth Shadow Office.

The Tsuchikage, the red-nosed old man Onoki, looked at the intelligence he had obtained and a cunning smile appeared on his face. "Heh heh, last time we couldn't use Akatsuki because we were teaming up with other ninjas, but this time we can use them."

"Hired the Akatsuki, a group of ninja, to stir up as much chaos as possible in Konoha on the border."

"Yes."

However, when the Tsuchikage Onoki saw another piece of information, he immediately frowned and cursed inwardly, "The Kazekage has no foresight. No wonder your Sunagakure is at the bottom. At this time, you actually chose to give up weakening Konoha for the sake of your own interests."

Although Onoki cursed the Kazekage, he was mostly helpless. The situation in Sunagakure was obvious to all. Fortunately, Konoha would have to pay a huge price to win him over.

"Someone, quickly go and inform the envoy to Sunagakure that this information should be given to the Kazekage, and that Iwagakure is willing to befriend Sunagakure."

"Yes."

Gazing at the setting sun over the western mountains, Onoki wore a smug smile. "Sarutobi, you want to win over the Sand Village? Fine, but the price you'll pay is not small."

"Kage, since you want to restore the village's strength, I'll help you out. We all have the same goal. Konoha has finally shown signs of fatigue after so many years. This time, we must drag the strongest ninja village off its pedestal."

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