Born in Sunagakure, dedicated to antagonizing Konoha for decades

After the Second Tsuchikage left, Onoki immediately called for reinforcements. At the same time, he realized what had happened and asked the subordinate who had just reported it: when did their village produce a genius boy? He hadn't even known! And yet, he'd been chased by the Mizukage and tens of thousands of Kirigakure ninja and still hadn't died! (⊙_⊙)

"I don't know. They couldn't see who it was because of the distance, but the boy's attire confirms he's one of ours. He must have discovered the Mizukage's actions during a mission. The team leader and his companions all died, and only he, with his exceptional talent, survived..."

This Iwa ninja junior kept replaying the scene in his mind.

"Quick! Keep up with the teacher!"

Onoki couldn't sit still any longer! He didn't know that this was the brain of the Iwa ninja underling, but in his opinion, it was pretty much the case. Now that their village had finally produced a relatively "low-key" genius child, they couldn't let him fail!

......

"Short, white-bearded guy! You bastard...! (f***ing ***)"

When the Second Tsuchikage arrived, he was first taken aback when he saw a blond boy with a headband made of Iwa ninja that could fly like him, and then his expression turned to surprise! The boy, who looked to be only ten years old, had already mastered the Earth Release: Super Light-Heavy Rock Technique so skillfully. What would he be like when he grew up? He was truly a genius! No wonder he was able to escape the pursuit of Hozuki Gengetsu.

However, when he saw Hozuki Gengetsu chasing after the genius boy who was with them, hitting him with a water gun, he immediately flew into a rage and roared with murderous intent that soared to the sky!

"It's the Tsuchikage! The Mizukage, you're doomed! (▼he▼メ)"

"Lord Tsuchikage! I thought I'd never see you again! You have no idea how despicable that Mizukage is! Taking advantage of our Land of Earth's internal weakness, he secretly led people here to burn, kill, and plunder, committing all sorts of atrocities. The worst part is that he didn't even spare those eighty-year-old grandmothers! You have no idea how tragic it was! We happened to witness their actions, and they killed my captain, my childhood sweetheart, my betrothed! They've been chasing me ever since to prevent me from informing you, and I almost didn't see you again!! Lord Tsuchikage, you must avenge those innocent people and kill that bastard Mizukage!! Waaaaah..."

While running away, Mato dodged another water gun shot from Hozuki Gengetsu, but suddenly heard a loud roar from afar that startled him so much he almost fell. Then he saw the familiar mummy outfit. In this ninja world, besides the Second Tsuchikage, who else could dress so conspicuously? Mato immediately sped up and rushed to the mummy, pointing at its thigh, tears and snot streaming down his face as he spoke.

He looked like someone who had been spanked by a teacher at school and then went home to complain to their parents.

"Okay...good child, you rest first, leave the rest to me..."

Seeing the child in front of him with tears and snot, the Second Tsuchikage felt that the child looked familiar, as if he had seen him somewhere before. However, now was not the time to think about such things. Looking at the pitiful Shinto, the Second Tsuchikage changed to a gentle tone to comfort him.

This is a genius child who managed to evade the Mizukage and tens of thousands of Kirigakure ninja; of course, he deserves some comforting.

"Bandaged man, you have some nerve to come here alone. Well, fine, you can die here with that little bastard! (▼he▼メ)"

Hozuki Gengetsu, who had been thoroughly humiliated by Shinto, was initially a little nervous when he saw the Second Tsuchikage arrive, but once he didn't see the other Iwa ninja, he immediately became arrogant again.

Although the bandaged man's area-of-effect attacks are fierce, everyone is an old rival, and he is never afraid of a one-on-one fight, not to mention he has so many underlings.

"Who said the teacher is a one-man show! Get them! Kill these bastards!! (╬￣皿￣)=○"

Just then, Onoki's voice rang out. Onoki had a fiery temper. After arriving with his men and seeing so many Mist Ninja on the other side, and considering what they had done in the Land of Earth, even a fool could tell what kind of mess the Mizukage had made of their Land of Earth. So, upon hearing the Mizukage's arrogant words, his big red nose immediately turned black, and he angrily waved his hand and led the charge.

"Kill them! Slash these bastards to death!"

The Iwa ninja underlings behind Onoki also knew what these Mist ninja had done in their hometown. They were all filled with murderous intent and, upon hearing Onoki's words, they grabbed their weapons and charged after Onoki, ready to fight to the death.

"Little white-bearded fellow, die for me!! Dust Release: Particle Style! 凸(艹皿艹)"

"boom"

Fueled by Onoki's charade, after comforting their "genius," the Second Tsuchikage, his eyes blazing with anger, unleashed a devastating attack on Hozuki Gengetsu.

It has to be said that the only bloodline limit in the ninja world is damn strong. Especially after witnessing those Kirigakure ninjas, Shinto, being blasted into nothingness by a single area-of-effect attack, he couldn't help but gasp. He wondered if Shinto could withstand that after mastering Armament Haki; he'd probably need a Sage Mode technique as well...

This damage is simply unsolvable. Unlike Tailed Beast Balls, which immediately explode upon hitting a target and kill the person, this one separates the person into atoms and annihilates them before the explosion occurs. The explosion is merely an incidental damage effect.

"You damn bandaged man, die!! Water Release: Water Cannon Practice Shot! (#｀皿′)"

Hozuki Gengetsu dodged the Second Tsuchikage's area-of-effect attack, but his underlings weren't so lucky. Their vision was blocked by their boss, and by the time they saw the Dust Release technique coming towards them, it was already too late.

Seeing his underlings being blasted into dust one by one, Hozuki Gengetsu unleashed a barrage of water gun attacks on the Second Tsuchikage.

The two took turns showcasing their ninjutsu, one in the sky and the other on the ground. However, the Mist Ninja were at a significant disadvantage in the clash of their subordinates. Even though the Iwa Ninja had fought against the Uchiha clan once, their sheer numbers still gave them a clear advantage. Plus, this was Iwa Ninja's home turf, and these hot-blooded Iwa Ninja fought with reckless abandon, treating every kill as a bonus. The already guilty Mist Ninja were no match for these furious Iwa Ninja.

55. Damn! This kid is from Sunagakure!

"Kill! Kill all these bastards!! Dust Release: Particle Style! (#｀皿′)"

The Second Tsuchikage had Hozuki Gengetsu as his opponent, but Onoki had no opponent. It was unknown whether the future Third Mizukage was present, since Shinto had never seen the future Third Mizukage, so he didn't know who it was. In any case, the two core leaders were exchanging blows on the field, but the second leader of Kirigakure hadn't stepped forward yet, while Onoki, the second leader of Iwagakure, was already having a blast.

With the same map-wide attack as the Second Tsuchikage and the ability to fly, these two skills allowed him to dominate the battlefield, making him unstoppable. The Mist Ninja's Water Release was like child's play against Dust Release, unable to withstand Onoki's Dust Release unleashed with hatred. Even the rare Ice Release of the Mizuki clan couldn't withstand Dust Release and was disintegrated in seconds.

"Young man, what's your name? You look familiar. Whose child are you?"

After unleashing a map-wide attack and securing a pentakill, Onoki felt lonely and isolated without any opponents. He turned around, floated over to Masato's side, looked him up and down, and then asked curiously.

"Lord Ōnoki, I am Silvers Rayleigh! Don't you remember? You held me when I was little and said I would be incredibly powerful in twenty years. You even taught my parents many ninjutsu techniques to me..."

Masato stared at Onoki's striking red nose and thought-provoking height. Onoki looked at Masato with a resentful expression, as if to say, "I idolized you, but you've already forgotten me..."

"...Oh! I remember now! I can't believe how big you've grown, Rayleigh! Time flies! I hardly recognize you anymore..."

Although Onoki still couldn't remember who the boy was, and what kind of weird name was "Xi...Xi Rayleigh," he saw Masato's resentful expression and, not wanting to disappoint his super genius, pretended to suddenly realize something and said to Masato.

"Of course, I'm very strong now! By the way, Lord Onoki, hurry up and kill these despicable Mist Ninja! You have no idea how bastard, how despicable, how cruel these Mist Ninja are! While you were fighting Konoha outside, they came to our Land of Earth to burn, kill, and plunder, committing all sorts of atrocities. They didn't spare anyone, from eighty-year-old grandmothers to toddlers. It was a truly horrific sight!!"

Masato repeated to Onoki what he had said to the Second Tsuchikage, and then cried and snot streamed down his face like he had lost his father.

"Those damn bastards! I'm going to avenge those innocent people!! (▼皿▼#)"

Upon hearing this, Onoki's eyes turned red. He charged forward in a rage and unleashed several Dust Release area-of-effect attacks on the Mist Ninja. However, while Dust Release was powerful, it consumed too much chakra. After a few shots, Onoki switched to Earth Release. The Earth Release of the Rock Ninja was very different from that of other villages. It was unique, not some common technique like Earth Dragon Bullet Technique, but a Rock-type ninjutsu. In terms of hardness and destructive power, it was superior to traditional Earth Release techniques.

Onoki, whose figure was even shorter than Hiruzen Sarutobi, looked rather awkward as he swung his giant rock fist in the crowd. However, each punch sent several Mist Ninja flying, and the damage was off the charts. With Onoki's MVP-level performance, the Iwa Ninja, who already had a numerical advantage and home-field advantage, were suppressing the Mist Ninja and were poised to push them all the way.

"You guys go first, I'll cover the rear! (Steaming Violent Might!)"

Although Hozuki Gengetsu has flaws such as being despicable and belligerent, he is indeed a qualified Mizukage. His love for the village is unwavering. Seeing the current situation, he realized that many of his men were on the shore and had no idea what was happening here, so they wouldn't come to his rescue. Watching more and more of his men fall, his heart was breaking. Back home, some people were still profiting from the chaos. If he didn't go back soon, his hometown would truly be robbed! After dodging a map-wide attack from the Second Tsuchikage, he roared at his men and then unleashed his ultimate attack, preparing to fight to the death.

During this time, he glared fiercely at Masato, who was watching the commotion from the air while cracking sunflower seeds. At this moment, his mind was unusually clear. It was all because of this strange kid, it was all because of his appearance that things had turned out this way...! (▼he▼メ)

"Watch out! Everyone, get back!"

Then a giant, wooden-faced baby named Hozuki Gengetsu appeared on the field. Upon seeing the baby, the Second Tsuchikage's expression changed, and he immediately shouted at his subordinates. Although his expression was not visible, his eyes revealed a sense of solemnity.

The Second Tsuchikage, also sweating profusely, stared at the giant infant that had appeared. No wonder, the reason he was wrapped up like a mummy was because of this attack; how could he not be serious...?

However, an unexpected incident occurred at that moment!

"You brat, just die!"

Just when the Second Tsuchikage thought Hozuki Gengetsu was about to clash with him, Hozuki Gengetsu stood on the giant baby's shoulder and controlled the giant baby to rush towards Shinto, who was watching the show from the air!

Shindou: "Holy crap! Lion's Might. Earth Roll! σ(⊙▽⊙a

Onoki: "Oh no! Huh? (⊙_⊙)?"

Second Tsuchikage: "Damn it! Dust Release: Particle Style - Pillar!????"

Ghost Lantern Huayue:? ? ? ?

Everyone was stunned by Hozuki Gengetsu's actions, especially Shinto, who was watching from the air. He was startled to see a giant baby that looked like a ghost rushing towards him with Hozuki Gengetsu. Instinctively, he unleashed a series of powerful moves, activating all his innate skills. Several huge and majestic lion heads formed from rocks rose from the ground and charged towards the giant baby and Hozuki Gengetsu.

Seeing the appearance of several super lion heads from Shinto, everyone, including Onoki, the Second Tsuchikage, and the charging Hozuki Gengetsu, was completely dumbfounded.

Lion's head meatballs?

Isn't this the mark of that genius brat from Sunagakure?

The Sand Village produced a super genius brat who could kill Jonin at the age of nine. The records clearly state that he liked to manipulate sand into lion heads to attack people, and with his golden hair, he was called the Golden Lion. How come this Iwa ninja can also make lion heads...?

and many more!

Golden Retriever...flying doesn't necessarily mean it's a super-lightweight rock technique; it could also be Magnet Release. Its signature lion's head...

Holy crap! This kid's from Sunagakure!!! σ(⊙▽⊙a

"boom!"

"Ah! That damned bandaged man, die with me!! Steam Dangerous Fury, explode again!! (-"-Rage)"

By the time the three realized what was happening, it was too late. The Second Tsuchikage had already fired his map-wide attack, and the lion's head made of several rocks hit the target, smashing the giant baby to pieces. A large amount of high-temperature steam instantly filled the battlefield. Coincidentally, the Second Tsuchikage had a pretty good aim, and the map-wide attack hit Hozuki Gengetsu exactly.

56. Does this count as his head?

However, perhaps out of love, Hozuki Gengetsu was hit by a map-wide attack. Before being torn to shreds, he took advantage of the Second Tsuchikage's dazed state and controlled the boiling steam to rush towards the Second Tsuchikage. He couldn't let his opponent have a good time even if he died. Hozuki Gengetsu was definitely a ruthless person.

"Ah!! Damn it..."

The Second Tsuchikage was still in shock, wondering how their village's genius boy had become the Golden Lion of Sunagakure. He hadn't even recovered from the shock when he realized that the cunning Gengetsu Hozuki had managed to take him down with him in his dying moments. Caught off guard, he was struck by Gengetsu Hozuki's ultimate attack. With a scream, he didn't even have time to say a last word before he and Gengetsu Hozuki vanished into dust.

......

quiet!

As if time had frozen, everyone present stared in shock at what was happening. Things had progressed so quickly that they hadn't had time to process it. When several towering, imposing lion heads appeared, they were still surprised that the boy in the air wasn't a genius from Iwagakure, but rather the Sand Village prodigy who had recently become an internet sensation.

Immediately following, the mighty lion's head slammed into the dangerous giant infant, unleashing a burst of super-hot, boiling steam. As everyone quickly scattered away from the steam, the Mizukage was struck by the Tsuchikage's ultimate attack. Before the group of Mist Ninja could even grieve, the Mizukage, before being torn to shreds, seized the moment while the Tsuchikage was stunned and unleashed another powerful attack to take him down with him...

All of this happened so fast, in less than ten seconds, that the Mizukage and Tsuchikage, two powerful figures, had gone together to report to the Six Paths of Heroes...

"My god, she really is a cunning person, I almost died..."

Shinto, high in the sky, broke out in a cold sweat. He really didn't expect Hozuki Gengetsu to be so cunning, launching an attack that was actually aimed at him. Luckily, he had the Float-Float Fruit. If it were the Magnet Release that controlled sand, there would be no sand to make a lion's head out of him, given that he was surrounded by hard rocks. He had acted purely on instinct and even forgot to draw his sword.

As expected, those who rise to the top are all so cunning!

So here's the question: although the Mizukage and Tsuchikage, just like in the original story, joined forces to face the Six Paths, this new character, a crucial element, adds another element compared to the original. So, does his death count as his...?

"Damn Sand Village brat, you'd better die too!! ?╬?д?╬?"

"Dust Release: Particle Style - Detachment Technique!!"

It would have been better if Masato hadn't spoken, but as soon as he opened his mouth, Onoki, who had been silent, exploded. He completely disregarded the fact that there were Kirigakure ninja present who were trying to conserve their chakra, and launched a massive attack on Masato!

"This brat killed Lord Mizukage! Kill him!!"

As Onoki made his move, the Kirigakure ninja reacted as well. One of Hozuki Gengetsu's trusted underlings shouted angrily at the underlings behind him and charged forward with his weapon.

"Kill! Avenge Lord Mizukage!! (??д??)"

Hozuki Gengetsu is a cunning and ruthless person, but he is a good Mizukage for the Mist Ninja. In particular, his act of covering their retreat during the final wave of attacks moved the Mist Ninja underlings to tears. As soon as someone took the lead, they immediately followed their leader and charged towards the enemy.

"Kill them! Let's go too! He's the one who killed Lord Tsuchikage! ヽ(#`д′)?"

The Mist ninja had all charged, and the second-in-command had also made his move. The remaining Iwa ninja, though still unsure whether the Mizukage had killed their leader or this brat, knew that since the second-in-command had attacked, it was definitely this brat. And this brat alone was far easier to deal with than a group of Mist ninja...

The Tsuchikage and Mizukage were both dead, and not even a trace remained, saving the Iwa and Kirigakure ninja the trouble of collecting their bodies. All they could think about was avenging their leader. The combined population of the two villages numbered in the tens of thousands, a standard that would later be comparable to the "enemy of ten thousand" Third Raikage.

"Ding ding ding..."

"Holy shit! Onoki, you son of a bitch with that red nose and bulbous nose! What does it have to do with me that your Tsuchikage was killed by Hozuki Gengetsu? I was just trying to be nice and tip you off!"

Even if Shinto, who has already awakened Observation Haki, were to be ambushed, it would be difficult. Let alone an idiot like Onoki, who clearly launched a sneak attack but insisted on shouting his name to boost his morale before firing. If he could still be hit by that, he would truly be an idiot. After dodging Onoki's area-of-effect attack, he ignored the Iwa ninja and Kirigakure ninja shooting kunai and shuriken at him from below and started berating Onoki.

"What?! This kid's so tough! σ(⊙▽⊙a)"