I, The New Hokage of Konoha - Chapter 268
Just as Onoki intended, upon receiving the Rock Village army without any hesitation, they launched a full-scale attack on that same day, disregarding casualties. After receiving the intelligence with significant losses, Yondaime Kazekage Rasa and Godaime Mizukage Mei Terumi, despite their surprise, set aside their thoughts of standing still like a mountain when their allied forces were in trouble.
This is not a situation where everyone can choose to stay out. Otherwise, it will be the Fourth Great Ninjas World War, nourishing the divine tree.
Although everyone is aware of the danger of Konoha Village’s wins, when it comes to specific actions, especially considering the post-war situation, there is always little room for profit for one’s own side.
However, since even the ever-cunning Onoki has abandoned his previous style to favor the greater picture, he has set an example by commanding the Rock Village Ninjas and demonstrating their unwavering stance in this Ninjas World War.
So, as leaders, Rasa and Mei Terumi will not be left behind.
The Land of Wind.
Yondaime Kazekage Rasa, who has already gathered a large army, addressed the main account, including the two retired advisers Chiyo and Ebizo, senior Rock Village officials:
“Earth Shadow, this time, you’ve been very considerate. Not only did you personally command the Rock Village army to launch a fierce attack on Konoha, but after the attack on Kazekage Building, you also provided us with a large amount of supplies. As allies, the Sand Village cannot sit idly by any longer. So, I’ve decided! Tomorrow, we will launch a full-scale attack on the Land of Rivers!”
Because the war started early, and much of the logistical supplies in Sand Village were destroyed on the first day, most of the first day was spent gathering ninja troops and coordinating more supplies with the Emperor of the Land of Wind.
For the Konoha ninjas already operating in the Land of Rivers, there were only a few instances of Sand Village ninjas making tentative attacks during the day to test the waters.
Now that the army has been fully assembled and with Rock Village’s support, Rasa is no longer choosing to wait.
Like Onoki, he wants to launch a full-scale attack.
This is not only due to the influence of Onoki’s example but also because of the day’s battle report. After learning of the Iron Land’s devastating defeat and the complete destruction of their ships, as well as the fact that the Hidden Cloud ninja still hasn’t returned any messages, Rasa, who clearly realized that Konoha had gained a significant advantage, had no choice but to act.
If they continue to wait, all they’ll get is Konoha defeating their allies one by one, and even if Sand Village saves a large amount of strength, the result will be the same: destruction.
Therefore, as Rasa’s voice fell, even though he had retired, Ebizo, who still wields immense influence in Sand Village, immediately nodded: “I agree with the Kazekage’s opinion. We can’t give Konoha any more time. It’s time for Sand Village to launch a full-scale attack.”
Having fought Konoha many times before, Ebizo is well aware of the deep-rooted strength of the ninja village, especially now that the Fifth Kazekage’s reforms have integrated them with the Land of Fire, making their support even stronger than before.
In a protracted war, they will definitely be the losers.
So, they must go all out to achieve the maximum results quickly.
“Do you think the same, Sister?”
After expressing his thoughts, Ebizo habitually asked Chiyo, who was beside him.
However, she didn’t respond and kept her head down, unmoving.
“Sister? Sister? This is a very important moment for Sand Village. You can’t fall asleep now.”
Thinking that his sister was as tired as usual, Ebizo whispered to wake her up.
But no matter how he called out, Chiyo remained motionless.
Just as Ebizo’s heart was in his mouth and his voice unintentionally rose when he noticed this scene, Rasa, who also noticed this moment, couldn’t help but tense up.
Could it be that Chiyo, the Elder, passed away now?
If that’s the case, it would be a significant blow to the Sand Village, which is about to go to war.
Rasa’s expression changed dramatically.
Especially when he thought that Chiyo Elder was already in her sixties or seventies, which is considered old in these times. It’s quite normal for her to pass away now.
Unable to sit still anymore, he immediately got up and checked for himself.
However, just as Rasa approached Chiyo, ready to reach out, suddenly!
Chiyo, who had been hanging her head all along, suddenly raised her head, and her wrinkled face broke into a bright smile.
“Surprised?”
Rasa: “…”
If the person before him weren’t the highly respected Elder Chiyo, he would have wanted to shake her with Sand Binding Jutsu.
At the same time, when Ebizo, who also noticed this scene, let out a sigh of relief, he complained, “Sister, you can’t play such jokes in the future.”
“It’s fine, it’s fine,” Chiyo said casually, shaking her head, obviously not taking her brother’s words to heart.
Then she looked at Rasa and the other Sand ninja, who had just been alarmed, and said in a good mood, “I also felt that the atmosphere here was too oppressive. It was too serious and tense on all your faces. That’s why I wanted to lighten the mood with a little joke. How about now? Are you feeling more relaxed?”
“Relaxed…” Under the personal influence of Elder Chiyo, the other people in the room could only wipe their sweat while smiling despite their nervousness.
Only Rasa could add a word of advice, “Elder Chiyo, such jokes can’t be made again. You must know how important you are to Sand Village.”
“Wind Shadow doesn’t need to flatter me. I’m just an old woman who’s lived longer than my peers,” Chiyo said with a shake of her head, then turned to the others, “But as an old woman who has dealt with Konoha for decades, I’d like to tell you all that from now on, just keep calm.”
“It’s just dealing with Konoha, right? In terms of experience, we, Sand Village, have the most. So, don’t overthink it. When the time comes, just charge with me. If we win, there’s nothing more to say. If we lose, it’s better to die early. At least we won’t have to see Sand Village, which we’ve been protecting for so many years, be destroyed right in front of our eyes.”
With a surprised gaze from everyone, Chiyo calmly spoke about the possible future for herself and Sand Village.
“Chiyo Elder, are you going to join in as well?” Rasa asked in amazement.
He certainly didn’t receive any advance notice about this.
“Of course,” Chiyo nodded, “Even though I’ve retired, I can see that if we lose this battle, Konoha will not leave Sand Village as it used to. In that case, instead of sitting in the village waiting to die, it’s better to contribute to the front line and give my last effort. This way, I can also repay my ancestors of Sand Village.”
At that, Rasa wanted to say something more, but Chiyo interrupted, “Wind Shadow has undoubtedly tried to persuade me again, but my mind is made up.”
“So, for all of you here, allow this old woman who will likely die in the upcoming battle to crack a joke. Who says war must be taken seriously when it comes? If you’ve done everything you can and made all the necessary decisions, then a little joke won’t hurt.”
By the end of her speech, thinking back to how everyone was nervously fooled by her just now, Chiyo, like an old naughty child, couldn’t help but smile.
Seeing this, the minds of the Sand Village ninjas were complicated.
Although Chiyo didn’t express any heroic intentions, her calm words conveyed her determination to sacrifice herself for Sand Village.
This was unprecedented in previous Ninjas World Wars.
So, is the situation for Sand Village really this dire?
If some didn’t understand before, they now realized the seriousness of the situation, thanks to Chiyo’s words.
However, perhaps it was the influence of Chiyo’s example.
Since an already retired and highly respected old woman can disregard her own life, how can they, the younger generation, stay behind?
“If we’re going to fight, let’s go all out.”
“Give Konoha a hard lesson and tell them that Sand Village is not to be trifled with.”
“Wind Shadow, please make the arrangements quickly.”
“…”
Soon, different from the previous heaviness and tension, thanks to Chiyo’s influence, all the Sand Village ninjas who now realized they had no choice but to go all out were either carefree or firmly in agreement with Rasa’s proposal.
So, with everyone united, the next day arrived, and the Sand Village army quickly set off, just like the Rock Village Ninjas, launching an all-out attack on the Konoha forces.
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On the other hand, compared to the swift action of the Sand Village, the Kirigakure led by Mei Terumi was temporarily powerless.
But after understanding the current war situation, except for urging the Land of Water to expedite the reconstruction of the fleet, Mei Terumi chose a risky plan.
“Next, all we need to do is find the location of Konoha’s aircraft carrier. Then it will be your and my turn to take action,” Mei Terumi revealed her plan to the Fourth Mizukage Yagura at the hideout of the former Fourth Mizukage in Kirigakure.
“Is this too risky?” Yagura, who had a baby face but was no longer young, frowned slightly when he heard Mei Terumi suggest that she lead a team of elite Kirigakure ninja, including the Six-Tails Jinchuriki, in a raid on the aircraft carrier.
After all, he couldn’t help but remember the lesson of the Third Raikage, who led a squad of elite Hidden Cloud ninjas into a lone mission.
And for Kirigakure, whose ships were scarce, this was an even more dangerous proposition.
“Now, the situation forces us to make this risky move,” Mei Terumi replied.
Seeing Mei Terumi’s determined stance, Yagura sighed and said, “Then let’s go with your plan, Fifth Mizukage.”
From that point on, the Kirigakure side also didn’t stop to implement their plan.
In addition, Sanchui, who had successfully escaped and returned to the Land of Iron, did his best to protect the Holy Land in the name of preserving his clan’s legacy and called for more warriors to defend against Konoha’s invasion.
The clash between Konoha and the alliance of the five great nations continued with undiminished strength.”
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