Chapter 100: Kirigakure Joins the War
Beside Yuto, Ranmaru was activating his red eyes, constantly looking into the distance, explaining to Yuto the situation occurring in various places of battle at this moment.
"Although acting in advance was a bit hasty because of me, Sunagakure's performance is truly disappointing."
Yuto shook his head and spoke with a light chuckle.
Currently, the various units of Sunagakure were completely suppressed by Konoha. To describe it as disappointing was practically praising the Sand.
As a major ninja village, they actually didn't even have a single combat power worth showing off on the frontal battlefield. It is no wonder that in the original story, Sunagakure would still fail when facing an unprepared Konoha.
The role of a top-tier ninja in a village is not just existing as a powerful combat force, but more importantly, their influence and cohesive force on other ninjas in the village.
With such a person, as long as they are not killed on the frontal battlefield, even if their side falls into a disadvantage, other ninjas will still fight to the death.
Instead of being like now, where once suppressed by the opponent, they become full of panic, lacking even the courage to resist to the death.
It must be known that the current Konoha hadn't even used its full strength.
Currently, those taking action on the battlefield, apart from a large number of Anbu members and civilian ninjas of the Hokage's faction, there were basically no figures of other ninjas.
Not to mention Danzo's Root and some small clans, even figures from clans like the Hyuga, Akimichi, Nara, Aburame, etc., had not appeared.
In other words, the so-called Konoha Crush Plan hadn't even forced out part of Konoha's foundation.
"Placing all hopes on a Tailed Beast... perhaps a part is also placed on Orochimaru."
A trace of mockery appeared on Yuto's face.
Unfortunately, the current One-Tail Jinchuriki couldn't even control the Tailed Beast, and Orochimaru on the other side had no intention of helping Sunagakure from the start.
Speaking of which, Sunagakure should thank him. Although he pitted them, now Orochimaru couldn't do what he did originally, putting in effort without actually working.
"Where are they, Ranmaru?"
Yuto looked down at the entire Konoha and asked Ranmaru.
"Lord Yuto, Sister Ringo Ameyuri and the others have arrived!"
Ranmaru was silent for a moment, then a happy look appeared on his face.
As soon as Ranmaru's voice fell.
A burst of lightning flashed in the direction of Konoha's main gate in the distance, and an explosion suddenly occurred.
The entire Konoha main gate was directly blown up!
Konoha Chunin Exam Venue.
Orochimaru, surrounded by numerous Anbu ninjas in the center, had a look of ugliness flash across his face.
To retreat in the current situation would definitely be much more difficult than the original plan.
"Orochimaru, you have nowhere to run."
A complex look flashed through Hiruzen's eyes as he spoke calmly.
"Run? Why should I run? Do you think you can stop me?"
Orochimaru licked his lips, his tone gloomy and cold, and the kunai in his hand retracted slightly toward the rear.
The sharp blade gently grazed Hiruzen's neck, and a small wound began to ooze blood.
"Lord Third!"
The surrounding Anbu ninjas let out a cry of alarm upon seeing this scene.
"It seems you do not intend to surrender. Colluding with Sunagakure to attack Konoha, such behavior, you have disappointed me too much."
Hiruzen did not care about the wound on his neck at all, his tone unusually cold.
For a moment, the entire atmosphere instantly became tense.
Just at this moment, a sudden explosion instantly attracted everyone's gaze.
Using the corner of his eye to look in the direction of Konoha's main gate, Hiruzen's face became even more unsightly.
Could it be that Sunagakure still hid a unit?
If the barrier hadn't been destroyed in advance, this suddenly appearing unit should have been discovered as soon as they appeared near the Konoha main gate.
A low, cold laugh suddenly sounded in Hiruzen's ear.
"Sarutobi-sensei, if you aren't careful next, Konoha will be destroyed in a day."
Hiruzen's face turned dark, and he shouted: "Do it!"
Swish! Swish! Swish!
The moment Hiruzen's voice sounded, a large number of kunai instantly shrouded the two people!
Hiruzen's body turned into a log with a "bang" and disappeared from the spot.
And Orochimaru's body also turned into a pile of mud and fell to the ground.
Earth Clone!
When?
All the Anbu ninjas were stunned. They actually hadn't seen how Orochimaru escaped just now?
"You can't run away, Orochimaru!"
Hiruzen's expression remained unchanged, a look of expectation on his face. His hands instantly formed three seals, and then he slammed them fiercely onto the ground.
The originally flat ground suddenly emitted muffled sounds, and then Orochimaru jumped up from underground again.
"As expected of Sarutobi-sensei, I was discovered."
Looking at the bloodstains on his arm, Orochimaru sneered at Hiruzen.
"I taught you your Jutsu. Today I will take it all back."
Hiruzen's voice was full of killing intent.
"Tsk tsk, instead of thinking of ways to deal with me, Sarutobi-sensei, you better look behind you."
Orochimaru spoke with a relaxed face, wearing a teasing smile.
"Haha! This great lord is finally out!"
A huge roar came from one of the arenas of the Chunin Exam.
A powerful Chakra suddenly erupted, followed by a figure expanding rapidly at a speed visible to the naked eye.
In the blink of an eye, the figure of One-Tail Shukaku appeared in front of everyone.
Because Yuto had started the Konoha Crush Plan in advance, Gaara naturally remained in the spectator stand.
Baki pulled Kankuro and Temari to retreat rapidly, looking with an ugly expression at Kabuto, who was also retreating beside him.
"What is the meaning of this!"
Feeling Temari and Kankuro looking at him with anger.
Kabuto pushed his glasses, a gentle smile hanging on his face from beginning to end.
"Judging from the current situation, Konoha Village was prepared long ago. Whether it's Lord Orochimaru's side or your Sand side, all are being targeted."
"Under such circumstances, the originally formulated plan is no longer viable. Since that's the case, it's better to let the Tailed Beast erupt in advance. Perhaps this can change the battle situation."
Speaking to this point, Kabuto's voice paused slightly, and he continued:
"Moreover, a third force has joined in now. If your Sunagakure doesn't bring out all your strength, I'm afraid the Konoha Crush Plan will have nothing to do with you."
Third force?
Baki was stunned and looked at Kabuto in surprise.
"You didn't actually think that the sudden explosions at the Konoha barrier and the explosion at the Konoha main gate just now were done by our people, did you? There is no such clause in the plan."
Kabuto spread his hands and spoke helplessly.
"Who is it?" Baki's face became serious in an instant.
"Recently, which ninja village has been making the most noise with Konoha?"
Kabuto revealed a smiling expression with narrowed eyes.
"Kirigakure!"
Baki's spirit shook, and he slowly spat out the name.
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