Konoha: This Uchiha is going a bit too far.

Chapter 224 Great Melee

When Hagoromo exposed the truth and officially declared war, Sasuke was completely unaware of it in the examination hall.

Faced with this guy whose face was covered in patterns, Sasuke couldn't help but ponder for a moment.

But he quickly remembered that this seemed to be the arrogant guy who had bullied his "little brother" before.

"Since that's the case..."

Sasuke didn't waste any words. Although he lacked information about such an enemy, he believed he could crush him!

After all, he has a certain understanding of his own strength, and regardless of whether they are opponents or not, he will always go all out when facing an enemy.

Because he can't afford to lose face!

"Fire Release: Great Fire Annihilation!"

In an instant, the entire training ground was engulfed in flames, with fire shooting into the sky. Kankuro stared blankly at the oncoming flames, not even having time to utter a word of surrender.

"That damn guy"

Kankuro felt a chill in his heart. He really wanted to just give up, but he only had the idea to fight when he saw that his opponent was Sasuke.

He hadn't forgotten how Sasuke had treated him on his first day in Konoha, and the other person was also a "Child of Kage," so he wanted to see what level the other person was capable of.

Besides, he was also a little angry. Was this guy treating him like a weakling and pulling strings?

With these thoughts in mind, he did not intend to give up the fight, but he did not expect that Sasuke would be so fierce.

They unleashed such a fire jutsu right from the start!

In the stands, many Konoha spectators became excited. The opening was so thrilling; this was the kind of battle they wanted to see.

"Well done, that's it, charge in and take him down."

Loud shouts could be heard continuously, and some spectators even stood up to cheer.

"Such a powerful fire jutsu, she's definitely not Yuuki's child."

Even the ninjas of Konoha were watching this scene intently, and Guy couldn't help but whisper.

"But speaking of which, isn't this a bit inappropriate? And those outsiders might make a move."

"I know, don't worry."

Kakashi nodded, holding the Icha Icha Paradise in one hand and leaning on the railing with the other, and whispered.

"Sufficient covert operations have been prepared all around, and the police department has begun operating at full speed."

These people can't cause much trouble inside the village, and as for those outside who want to rush in, they've already been dealt with.

Kakashi knew a lot of details, and he didn't hide much from Guy, after all, they were friends who had risked their lives for each other!

"That's good, but I think I heard Asuma say that things will be a bit more complicated this time."

Seeing that Kakashi didn't hide anything, Guy continued to ask.

Although Asuma knew that war was about to break out, he still cheerfully said that this was their chance to show off their skills, which made Kai a little curious.

Kakashi almost rolled his eyes at this. Admittedly, this guy is really strong now, but he really can't control his mouth.

Even though he didn't reveal much, as a member of the Shadow Guard, even if he was a little weak, his words would still be interpreted.

Besides, this guy is really strong; his every word makes it easy for people to guess what's going on.

"It's really not a big deal, but just so you know, the situation is a bit more complicated this time."

Although Kakashi had reservations, he still thought for a moment and spoke up.

"The Akatsuki members will participate in the war, but not all of them are enemies. In addition, the people from Kirigakure and the people from the Land of Rain are not necessarily enemies either."

Things are complicated, and there are many things to be careful about. You must pay close attention.

Kakashi's words made Guy blink, but just then, a loud noise suddenly broke out throughout the training ground.

The earth shook violently from the explosion, and chaos spread rapidly.

Suddenly, many figures stood up from the audience and swiftly attacked the Konoha ninjas next to them!

The genjutsu ninjas, who were already prepared, made their move, and a large number of feathers condensed from chakra fell from the sky.

But at that very moment, signal flares rose up all over Konoha, telling everyone what had happened!

"here we go."

Kakashi murmured something to himself, then looked at Guy.

"Then let's get started."

"Um!"

Akai was extremely excited. He slammed his fist and palm together and then shouted loudly.

"Then let's have a contest and see who can take down more enemies, Kakashi!"

The moment he finished speaking, he had already dashed towards the chaotic crowd—

As the people from the three major ninja villages attacked simultaneously, the entire Chunin Exam venue descended into chaos.

This scene left Sasuke somewhat dumbfounded, and in that instant he understood exactly what was going on.

"And those guys actually came to our rescue, really."

Sasuke immediately unleashed "Great Fire Annihilation," a massive fire-style attack on a puppeteer who wasn't even a novice. This could very well have wiped him out instantly.

The people of Sunagakure could not stand by and watch their Kage's son be killed, so they decisively came to his rescue. Under the protection of his Wind Release technique, Kankuro was fine.

However, the current chaotic scene was not a good time to think too much. He turned to look at Minato Namikaze's position, but quickly pursed his lips.

"Tch, walking so fast."

Minato Namikaze naturally wouldn't focus his energy on such matters, especially since he believed that Sasuke and his son Naruto could handle these things.

Naturally, he wouldn't linger there; he would naturally go looking for something more valuable.

Sasuke quickly came to his senses, and after a moment's thought, he knew what to do, especially when he saw the Sand Village people rushing into the arena to rescue Kankuro, his gaze sharpened.

"Trying to run away? Did you even ask me?"

Sasuke moved like lightning in an instant, drawing his ninja sword, and arcs of electricity instantly danced across its surface.

In a flash, he charged directly into the crowd of Sand Village ninja, his crimson eyes darting around, and the next moment, the ninja sword in his hand danced rapidly.

The Sand Village ninjas didn't even have time to react before Sasuke slashed them to the ground, their cries of agony filling the air.

"Go to hell!"

Just as Sasuke continued to reap the rewards from these guys, Temari and Maki arrived at Kankuro's side immediately.

Temari caught Kankuro, while Maki roared and charged straight at Sasuke.

"Trying to bully Sasuke? Did you even ask me first?"

Just as Maki was about to strike Sasuke, a chakra sphere formed from condensed azure chakra hurtled towards Maki's body.

At the same time, an endless sandstorm swept in instantly, quickly blocking the route of Maki and his group.

Maki was also an old-school Jonin. When his first attack failed, he used the Body Flicker Technique to leave the scene. However, after returning to Kankuro and Temari's side, his face looked extremely ugly.

"This control over the sand—was the intelligence accurate after all?"

He muttered something to himself, then his gaze, along with Temari's and Kankuro's, turned to the red-haired guy who had come with Naruto.

"Gaara, it really is you!"

"Huh? Gaara, you know them?"

Naruto cursed his bad luck inwardly, because he hadn't hit anyone at all. But before he could dwell on it, he looked at Gaara with curiosity.

"Yes, I know them, but I wouldn't call them acquaintances."

Gaara walked over slowly. He tilted his head when he heard Naruto's question, and then gave a somewhat contradictory answer.

"They used to be my family, but now everything has changed."

"family?"

Sasuke looked at Gaara with some doubt, and Naruto was equally curious; neither of them suspected the guy.

After all, they had spent a year or two together, so there was still some affection between them. Besides, they remembered that Gaara came from the Land of Rain.

"I'll tell you the specifics later."

Gaara controlled the swirling sandstorm, gazing calmly at the three people before him, as well as some Sand Ninja who had arrived later.

"My heartfelt words are what my teacher and the fifth generation gave me; you only need to remember this."

I originally wanted to settle things once and for all, but I didn't expect them to launch a preemptive attack on Konoha. Perhaps this is for the best.

because"

At this point, the sandstorm surged towards Maki and the others like sharp swords!

"This might be a good opportunity to repay the Fifth Hokage, and I can also use this chance to understand everything!"

The howling sandstorm enveloped several Sand Village members who hadn't reacted in time, while Maki pulled Temari and Kankuro away to avoid it.

Those who were enveloped were not surprised at all. Under Gaara's control, they were instantly crushed to death by the sandstorm, leaving only snow water mixed with sand to overflow in all directions.

"Gaara, have you gone mad?!"

Maki never expected that Gaara would attack without saying a word to them and go straight for the kill. This scene made him grit his teeth in hatred!

"Am I crazy? You were trying to kill me, so why couldn't I fight back?"

Gaara spoke indifferently, manipulating the sand once more as he continued.

"Don't worry, I won't kill Temari and Kankuro. After all, they are my older brothers and sisters."

Of course, most importantly, they are the children of the Kazekage, and should be of greater value, but you…”

As soon as he finished speaking, countless grains of sand and gravel flew everywhere, leaving Maki in a very disheveled state.

"I can't guarantee that!"

Maki was a Jonin after all, but he was no match for the Magnet Release bloodline, the One-Tailed Beast, and the continuation of Karura's power.

This power left Maki with no good options for the time being; he could only keep dodging, and the other Sand Village members were also helpless at this moment.

Gaara was holding back at this point, not unleashing his full power, but he truly showed no mercy to the Sand Village ninja.

In an instant, all the Sunagakure soldiers who approached, except for Temari and Kankuro, were doomed.

Watching them being killed one by one with almost no struggle, Sasuke and Naruto exchanged a glance, and then they both couldn't help but swallow hard.

"This is... Gaara?"

"Idiot, that's Gaara, of course."

Upon hearing Naruto's idiotic question, Sasuke almost rolled his eyes. After thinking for a moment, he quickly replied.

"It seems we're no longer needed here, and the security at the venue is quite strong. Let's go somewhere else."

"Um."

Naruto nodded without arguing. The two of them glanced at Gaara, who was fighting, and then leaped up and quickly headed out of the training ground.

What they didn't know was that two pairs of eyes had been watching them the whole time—

"Speaking of which, I really have to thank you."

On the high platform of the training ground, Yu Zhi looked at the chaotic scene below. His face was not angry. Instead, he looked at Onoki and the others with a playful expression.

At this moment, Minato came to his side, and Jiraiya and Tsunade also rushed over. He looked at the people in front of him indifferently and chuckled.

"Although I have always longed to complete the final evolution in a peaceful way, I also know that you will not sit idly by and wait for your doom."

Therefore, over the years I have been thinking about when is the best and most suitable time to attack, or when you will become restless.

I originally thought that maybe in ten years, maybe in twenty years, but of course, it's more likely that I won't need to do anything by then.

If your thinking has changed, then it's very possible that a mere flick of the wrist could ignite a powder keg. However, it seems your strategic resolve is still insufficient.

"As expected, your ambition is boundless; I wasn't wrong!"

Upon hearing Haori's words, Onoki couldn't help but shout loudly.

"A villain like you will only make the ninja world worse. Everything that has happened in Konoha today is because of you!"

"Keep yelling. The louder you yell, the more excited I'll get."

Yuzhi shook his head indifferently, looking at the chaotic battle below before shaking his head again.

"Besides, do you know if the people in your village don't yearn for a different way of life, a way that is more prosperous, more united, and less chaotic?"

Besides, do you really know if your so-called allies are truly willing to stand with you and fight alongside you?

Yuzhi's words made Onoki and the others lose face; at least, Genji had already explained everything.

Kirigakure has truly and completely sided with Konoha!

"So you're just surrendering like that, Master Yuan?"

The Fourth Raikage looked at Yuan Shihe and shouted, his chakra already surging, because he knew that a fierce battle was about to begin!

"I already made my choice; it's not something you can decide."

Master Yuan shook his head slightly and looked at Onoki and the others seriously.

"The war caused by the division of the ninja world is too tragic, whether it is for their own interests and political demands, or it is really for the development of the village."

War became the only and most important means. I agree with what Naruto said: we all share the same civilization, history, and even language.

If that's the case, we shouldn't be separated in the first place, so why are we separated?

I made my choice, and the people of Kirigakure have long since accepted it. I am not on the wrong side of history.

As for you, you originally had one and only chance, but now you have no chance left. I think we don't need to waste any more words.

The words of the master made Onoki and the others present turn even darker. Even though they had anticipated that things would not be simple this time, they did not expect to encounter a traitor before the fight even started.

Although they had been on high alert against internal traitors, they never expected that a village's Kage would actually give up everything to join Konoha.

Shouldn't he fight to the death to protect his village, just like me?

They wouldn't believe it at all if they hadn't seen it for themselves!

"Alright everyone, that's enough of the nonsense."

Yuzhi clapped his hands lightly, then looked into the distance and spoke.

"Your beasts should all be here by now, right? Perfect, this time I'll capture them all!"

Yuri spoke so calmly, but at that moment, Onoki and the others felt as if they were in an ice cave.

Especially at this moment, the earth was trembling violently, and the roaring chakra in the distance, as well as the two monsters that suddenly rose from the ground, made them break out in a cold sweat!

"Wood Release, and Susanoo too, what's going on?"

Unfortunately, Yuzhi had no need to answer them. Suddenly, a black hole appeared in front of him, and he stepped into it.

"It's time to put collars on these beasts."

As soon as he finished speaking, Yuzhi's figure stepped into the black hole and disappeared from the spot in the next instant!

"Now it's time for us to end our battle."

The moment the haori disappeared, Minato's gaze sharpened, and in the next instant, a huge barrier suddenly appeared around them!

The barrier enveloped them all, but just as it was about to close, a figure suddenly rushed in—it was Orochimaru.

"Looks like the real show is about to begin."

Orochimaru licked his lips and looked at the Third Hokage. The Third Hokage sighed and stepped forward to walk towards Orochimaru.

Tsunade and Jiraiya exchanged a glance, their gazes fixed on Onoki, while Minato looked at the Fourth Raikage.

Behind them, a white-haired member of the ANBU slowly stepped out, holding a short knife in his hand.

Ripples of chakra rippled across the short sword, and his gaze was fixed on Rasa.

boom--

As the enormous roar echoed once more outside Konoha Village, accompanied by the tremor of the earth, everyone sprang into action in the next instant.

"It seems they intend to enter Konoha through here, then..."

On a high mountain outside Konoha, Hashirama Senju surveyed the ninjas gathering below, and after a moment's thought, he made his judgment.

His task was simple: to intercept some of the troops trying to enter Konoha, or even just slow them down.

Konoha wasn't afraid of them, nor did they care whether they would storm into the village, but a sudden influx of them would be detrimental to the deployment of the village's troops.

Therefore, delaying their progress became a necessary step.

However, this kind of thing was somewhat difficult for Hashirama Senju.

Letting him kill all these people would probably be much easier for him, since one Wood Release technique from him would be enough to overwhelm them.

But when it comes to intercepting, Hashirama has to consider whether he's gone too far.

If we wipe them all out at once, it won't be good for the training and growth of Konoha's younger generation.

Hashirama was actually against war, but after experiencing so much and knowing about the great changes that would happen in the ninja world in the future, he was forced to make some changes.

Some necessary battles are still unavoidable.

What are you struggling with?

Just as Hashirama was thinking about how to make a move, a voice suddenly rang out behind him, causing Hashirama to freeze instantly.

He quickly stood up and looked back, only to see Madara standing there, his gaze seemingly cold yet carrying a hint of heat, calmly looking at Hashirama and slowly speaking.

"It doesn't seem like the right thing to do, does it?"

"you"

Hashirama glanced at Madara, but for a moment he still didn't understand what Madara meant.

The last time we met in Konoha, this guy was obviously awakened by the haori, and he has probably already made a decision.

Why does this guy seem different from what I expected?

However, he didn't have time to think much before Madara's figure rushed towards him in an instant.

The Eternal Kaleidoscope slowly rotated, unleashing an indescribable surge of evil chakra that stirred up a hurricane.

With a single punch, a powerful gust of wind was unleashed, instantly sending the surrounding trees flying. In that instant, Hashirama leaped high into the air.

"What the hell is this guy doing?"

Hashirama was puzzled. He didn't know what was going on with this guy, but he was too lazy to think about it too much right now.

He didn't know how to delay these "Allied Shinobi Forces" troops, so he figured it wouldn't hurt to stall them by fighting Madara.

Besides, there is still a battle between him and Madara that is not over, and this is a good opportunity to settle it!

"Fire Release: Dragon Flame Song Technique!"

In an instant, Madara formed hand seals, his right eye's eternal kaleidoscope slightly turned, and with a roar, several enormous fire dragons, each ten meters long, were spewed out.

The intense flames would likely raise the surrounding temperature continuously, causing the moisture in the air to evaporate and dissipate as white smoke.

Having just unleashed his ninjutsu, Madara roared, "Hashirama, you'd better show me your true strength. If you lose, I will personally bury Konoha. I mean what I say."

"Tch, you talk the talk but don't walk the walk."

Hashirama scoffed inwardly. With Haori around, how could Madara possibly destroy Konoha?

Moreover, this guy was summoned by Yuzhi, so how could he not know how powerful Yuzhi is?

"It seems there's more to the story. Well then, as you wish!"

Hashirama gritted his teeth, his gaze sharpening, and his hands began to form hand seals rapidly. The earth began to tremble the next instant.

"Wood Release: Wood Dragon Technique!"

-

"Mother-in-law."

Elsewhere outside Konoha, Sasori stood with one hand on his hip, looking at Chiyo not far away, and spoke indifferently.

"You shouldn't have come here."

"Scorpion, it really was you?"

Chiyo stared at the figure before her, her gaze momentarily unfocused.

Scorpion's disappearance over the past decade has always troubled her, and she has always wanted to find out where Scorpion is.

Normally speaking, since Sunagakure and Akatsuki are already allies, she should be able to obtain information about Sasori.

Unfortunately, the Akatsuki organization was not the same as the original Akatsuki organization. Obito was so badly beaten by Hagoromo that his "heart was shattered" that he had no energy to deal with it.

Nagato would never reveal his personnel information unless it was someone he didn't care about, such as Orochimaru.

Therefore, Chiyo never knew that her grandson was actually in the Akatsuki organization, which can be considered a case of being blind to one's own shortcomings.

"Where have you been all these years?"

Senju took a deep breath and looked at Sasori. After a while, she finally spoke and asked.

Where I go is none of your business. Let's talk about what's in front of us first.

Scorpion didn't bother with any more words to Chiyo. He looked at Chiyo and spoke calmly.

"Now you have two choices: either leave, or we have no choice but to fight."

"You've defected to Konoha?"

Chiyo was somewhat taken aback. She looked at Sasori in disbelief, unable to comprehend his actions at all!

Konoha can be considered Sasori's enemy for killing his father and mother. Even though Sakumo Hatake is dead, this hatred continues.

Now that Scorpion has become a traitor, how can Chiyo bear this?

"Have you forgotten that it was Sakumo Hatake who killed your parents? What is your purpose in doing this?!"

"I have my own judgment on what to do, and I'm not exactly siding with Konoha."

Sasori calmly shook his head and looked at Chiyo as he slowly spoke.

"I acknowledge something, something that someone who taught me, someone who gave me a new life, told me."

The ninja world needs peace. A divided ninja world will only breed war and chaos, and Konoha is the most promising party for the integration of the ninja world.

Therefore, I am willing to lend a hand to Konoha, which is why I am standing here.

"you"

Scorpion's words made Chiyo tremble uncontrollably; she truly hadn't expected Scorpion to say such a thing.

Who was it, and what kind of ideas did they instill in him that caused this change in him?

They've become so unfamiliar, they've even forgotten their parents, family, and the village itself?!

"As for my parents, didn't they also die for the so-called interests of the village?"

Scorpion didn't give Chiyo a chance to speak; he continued slowly.

"But none of that matters anymore, because I have found a way to revive them, and I can do it anytime."

"What?"

Chiyo's expression changed drastically upon hearing Sasori's words: "Resurrect Sasori's parents?"

This guy has already crossed taboos to this extent, and he can start doing it at any time?

But why hasn't it been carried out?

Judging from your expression, you probably want to know why, right?

Scorpion remained calm, gently shaking his head as he spoke.

"Someone has already resurrected someone who has been dead for more than ten years right in front of me, so I can completely believe in this method and technique."

Furthermore, I have conducted my own experiments, and everything works normally. The reason I haven't taken action is because I'm worried about ideological conflicts.

So I plan to wait until everything is over, until they are resurrected, and so you, Mother-in-law, will too.”

At this point, Sasori paused for a moment, then took out a scroll, and the puppet of the Third Kazekage appeared in his hand amidst the smoke.

Ignoring Chiyo's bewildered and terrified gaze, he spoke softly.

"If you leave, all will be well; if you refuse, I will kill you."

After everything is over, I will resurrect you. Now it is your turn to make a choice.

-

"I've taken care of five, Sasuke!"

"Hmph, I took down seven, you idiots."

On the streets of Konoha, Naruto and Sasuke, along with other Konoha ninja, were dealing with the surrounding enemies and covering the evacuation of the residents.

The evacuation work actually began a while ago, but there are too many residents in Konoha, so it will all take time.

This is another reason why Hashirama Senju had to hold off the large army outside; they couldn't be allowed to attack civilians, could they?

When cornered, a dog will jump over a wall; anything can happen. Yuu has never trusted ninjas from other villages!

"Tch, don't get cocky, I'll beat you."

Naruto shook his head unhappily upon hearing Sasuke's words, but he was still looking for a target to continue his attack.

Suddenly, the space in front of them distorted, and the next moment two people dressed in black robes with red clouds walked out from it.

Naruto frowned as he looked at the two people in front of him, while Sasuke's expression changed instantly. He gritted his teeth and stared intently at one of them, his anger already burning.

The man looked at Sasuke and felt a slight tremor in his heart, but he quickly regained his composure and spoke.

"Sasuke, it's been a long time."

(End of this chapter)