Chapter 441: Accountability and the Outbreak of War

"Obito, what should we do next?"

"Having already fallen out with Tuzang, they still want to use his power to oppose the Uchiha clan, which seems unlikely, and the White Absolute is somewhat worried about Obito's plan."

"Don't worry, I have a way to keep him working with us!"

"After a moment's thought, Obito reestablished a plan targeting the Uchiha."

"That guy Tuzang, plus the Leaf Village high-ups, have long been wary of the Uchiha; all I need to do is give them an excuse, and they'll take action."

"Really, just one excuse is enough!"

"After saying that, Obito took the White Absolute and disappeared from the spot."

"Have you heard?"

"On the streets of Leaf Village, a housewife whispered mysteriously into an aunt's ear:"

"I heard that this time, the Uchiha's Shisui Uchiha failed to protect the Mist Ninja negotiation team, causing them to die obscenely within Huo Zhi Guo's borders!"

"Really?" a doubtful voice sounded: "I've heard that Shisui Uchiha is no ordinary person, being a member of the guard squad; how could there be such a huge loophole?"

"Really! The matter goes far beyond that!" After looking around, the housewife continued: "I heard that the Mist Ninja's Fourth Mizukage, because of this, has already massed heavy troops at Leaf Village's border, preparing to demand an explanation from Leaf Village!"

"What?"

"With an exclamation, the woman who heard the news, clearly not someone who can stay calm, had her shopping bag drop to the ground as she lost composure."

"Where did you hear this news? Tell me in detail!"

"Her son is currently serving in the Leaf Village border forces; if we go to war with the Land of Water, wouldn't that be extremely dangerous?"

"The news of Shisui's death hadn't yet spread through Leaf Village when an even more shocking piece of news ignited public opinion there."

"Moreover, as public opinion fermented, more news about the Uchiha clan was spread."

"For example, the mastermind behind the Nine-Tails incident a few years ago was the Uchiha clan."

"The previous war with the Cloud Ninja was also instigated by the Uchiha clan."

"This time, the Mist Ninja negotiation team was wiped out entirely because of Shisui Uchiha's poor command, which led to this outcome..."

"There are also reports of violent law enforcement, corruption, etc., which can be said to be rampant."

"……"

"Is the Fourth Generation really crazy?"

"Looking at the scroll in hand, a pink fist clenched, making a cracking sound."

"In the the Land of Water frontline camp, Zhao Mei Ming, who had just returned from Huo Zhi Guo, hadn't even had time to return to the village when she received the order to go to all-out war with Leaf Village."

"For a moment she almost thought she was hallucinating."

"I think, even if the Fourth Generation isn't crazy, he's not far off!"

"Beside her, Gui Deng Man Yue, hearing her elder sister's complaint, merely rolled her eyes and then redirected her gaze to Xianzi beside her."

"Compared to that, he would rather stay with Xianzi, doing what two people love to do."

"Cough cough!"

"Being stared at by Man Yue's naked gaze, his face flushed; Xianzi felt somewhat helpless, both happy and a bit resentful."

"Clearly when the two are alone, she lets him have his way, but in front of outsiders she's still so... shy!"

"Man Yue... now is the time to discuss important matters!"

"Really being stared at made him feel uneasy inside; after Xianzi coughed twice, seeing Man Yue still showing no restraint, his expression changed and he scolded:"

"Yes yes yes!"

"Although verbally agreeing, the affection nearly overflowing in Man Yue's eyes still made Zhao Mei Ming, seated at the head, feel her teeth about to go sour."

"These two are glued together all day, not ashamed? Besides, I'm single, you guys are recklessly throwing dog food, have you considered my feelings……"

"I don't think this is a bad thing!"

"Seeing the atmosphere a bit odd, Qing quickly interjected, bringing the topic back on track."

"Oh! Tell us your opinion~"

"During the retreat from Huo Zhi Guo, Zhao Mei Ming unexpectedly discovered that this Qing, besides having a Byakugan, also had a fairly decent brain."

"So she didn't abandon him midway, letting him be chased by Leaf ninja."

"The village is... full of contradictions!" After weighing his words, Qing continued: "With Leaf Village as an external enemy, the Fourth Generation's attention will surely not be on us!"

"Especially when saying the word 'us', Qing emphasized his tone."

"Obviously he considers himself a lackey of Zhao Mei Ming."

"……"

"Hearing Qing's analysis, the entire tent suddenly fell silent; each bloodline ninja widened their eyes, though the corners of their eyes hinted at a hint of joy."

"Compared to fighting to the death with their own people, they obviously felt that battling Leaf Village would be much more satisfying."

"Tsk! Looks like you're still somewhat useful!"

"Even beside her, Man Yue, who had been staring at Xianzi, couldn't help but glance at him sideways."

"The Mist Ninja are not lacking in talent for killing; whether it's their Gui Deng, or Hui Ye beside them, each pulled out is a skilled killer."

"But these winding, twisting matters, they don't really understand."

"Otherwise they wouldn't be played around by a someone named Xian Er."

"But doing this, the harm to the village…"

"Doing this is good, but if we lose the war, the consequences…"

"No 'buts'!" an elder Mist Ninja stood up, face full of joy, saying: "I'll now send a message to the clan head, asking him to support this war!"

"After this war, he doesn't know how the village will be, but if we don't fight, the fate of these people will be miserable."

"Not just him; in this tent, aside from Zhao Mei Ming, every bloodline ninja present showed a look of joy."

"With the cooperation of these bloodline ninja, the Mist Ninja erupted with unprecedented speed, increasing frontline forces at a pace Leaf Village couldn't comprehend."

Meanwhile.

In the basement of the Leaf Village's roots, Danzo unwrapped the bandage around his right eye, took the mirror handed over by his subordinate, and began to examine his new eye.

Staring at the black magatama in his eye and the power it nurtured, Danzo tugged at the corner of his mouth, as if trying to smile.

"It's truly... unparalleled power!"

He was very satisfied with Shisui's eye technique; it's just a pity he didn't obtain the other eye, otherwise he would have had a chance to use Susanoo.

This way, things have become perfect!

After familiarizing himself for a while with the new power in his eye, he rewrapped the bandage over his right eye, and Danzo turned his gaze to the subordinate beside him and asked: "Where is the Third Hokage now?"

"The Third Hokage has summoned all the clans, is holding a meeting in the Hokage Building, and is making arrangements to deal with the Mist Ninja attack!"