Chapter 242: Then let you die once more!

Haha, Kakashi, you came too? I thought you wouldn't come!

Come on, didn't you see the appointment, Akai?

At the front line of Wind Country, Kakashi looked at the excited Akai with dead fish eyes; although he was already used to Akai's personality, this guy still sometimes left him helpless.

Even though many years have passed and everyone is now approaching thirty, Akai's personality hasn't changed at all.

But that's not a bad thing; at least it lets them recapture the feeling of their childhood.

Because Kakashi is the chief of the Dark Division, and with his impressive battle record over the years in the ninja world, he was appointed this time as the regiment commander of a battalion.

Although Kakashi himself wasn't particularly willing, after all he knew the true significance of this war.

However, Yuzhi's order this time couldn't be avoided, so helplessly he could only accept the appointment obediently.

This time, Leaf Village prepared about seventy thousand personnel, which is still considerably less than the eighty thousand in the original.

But this is normal, after all there are still many rebel ninjas around; if it weren't for Leaf Village's rapid development under Yuzhi's governance these years.

To gather so many ninjas, I'm afraid we'd have to remotely learn a trick from the Third Generation.

Over seventy thousand ninjas were divided into five major combat units and several special squads, gathering at the border of Wind Country; a grand war was about to begin.

Great, I can fight alongside you again.

Akai didn't mind Kakashi's complaints; he raised his thumb at Kakashi and smiled.

This time we really have to put on a good show, and I heard that Chiba, Rin, and Asuma are also here, really bringing back the feeling of the old days!

They've always been in the fight before, just in different positions.

Kakashi helplessly rubbed his brow, always feeling that Akai might be overexcited.

But thinking about it, it's understandable; everyone already holds high positions, having reached the core, the difference being merely whether they have the ability to enter management.

Kakashi was fortunate; he had strength and ability, and with Yuzhi's favor, he naturally became the chief of the Dark Division.

But he felt no pride, knowing his peers weren't any worse; back then, that batch of classmates had already become the pillars of Leaf Village.

Captain Kakashi, there's a situation!

Just as Kakashi and Akai were chatting idly, a Hyuga ninja ran over and deeply bowed to Kakashi.

No need to be so formal; what happened?

Kakashi and Akai instantly turned serious; Kakashi whispered his question, while the Hyuga ninja pointed ahead.

A kilometer ahead, we detected massive traces of chakra; moreover, underground, the traces were stronger, and we could see dense enemies.

Underground?

Kakashi's brow twitched slightly; enemies hiding underground are tough to deal with!

Boom—

Just as he was pondering, the ground suddenly shattered, and countless White Absolute figures burst from underground, madly charging at this unit.

What's going on?

Enemy attack!

Watch the ground!

The sudden change made the unit a bit tense, but after all they were veterans of three years of war; they almost immediately calmed down.

Afterward, each squad orderly set up their tasks, while the units responsible for defense quickly advanced, preparing to use Earth Release in actual combat to block the enemies' long-range strikes.

These guys are

The ordered units began preparations smoothly, while Kakashi's gaze fixed firmly on the silhouettes hidden among the White Absolute.

He clearly saw that among the front row, several people wore forehead protectors of the Cloud Village.

On their cracked faces, it marked their identity as Impure World Reincarnations.

Besides them, behind them were a large number of other Impure World Reincarnation ninjas.

The varieties of forehead protectors showed that these Impure World Reincarnation ninjas came from every village!

Most importantly, among them are some historical figures.

For example, those standing in the front row held gourds, swords, ropes, etc., their appearance exaggerated beyond belief.

Without a doubt, these two are the ones who once forced Cloud Village into war, thereby creating with Leaf Village an irreconcilable hatred—the martial brothers Kin and Gin!

Playing so big?

Kakashi broke out in a cold sweat on his forehead; he knew the Akatsuki Organization were supposed to be 'our own,' but doing this to our own people—isn't that excessive?

The essence of these years' war is just training troops; after all, only by experiencing the cruelest war can one truly temper everyone!

They have encountered powerful Impure World Reincarnation figures before, but this scale still left Kakashi somewhat shocked.

But how many people will die in this?

Kakashi's helplessness wasn't about the enemies before him; it was about the cruelty of this war, far more horrible and bloody than he imagined.

But he also knew such an absolute secret couldn't be spoken of, so he silently drew his ninja sword.

Akai, be careful; this trouble might be greater than imagined.

Turning his head, he whispered to Akai.

The scale of Impure World Reincarnation is larger, there are more powerful ninjas, and wanting to eliminate them is difficult.

Pass on my orders; let the Sealing Team catch up quickly—these Impure World Reincarnations can only be sealed, not killed.

Also, protect those Sealing Team members—understood?

Don't worry!

Akai raised his thumb at Kakashi, his eyes full of fighting desire.

Leave it to me; I won't lose to you, Kakashi—youth is the time to burn!

Kakashi, let's have a match, to see who defeats more enemies by then!

Then let's do it.

Kakashi smiled, lifted his forehead protector, and then revealed the Sharingan hidden within it.

Friendly competition with friends has always been something that makes people happy.

Moreover, this friend has known him for many years; they have struggled together to reach where they are today, and fighting side by side with such a person makes Kakashi feel very delighted.

"Then."

Kakashi withdrew his gaze, then raised his hand high.

His gesture was like an order, and the ninjas behind him were ready at that moment.

In the next instant, Kakashi surged forward first, and the ninjas followed his steps, charging toward the White Absolutes and the Jujutsu Reincarnation troops—

Another battalion, Zhao Meiming, also halted.

"Honestly, why are there so many of these monsters?"

Watching the dense White Absolutes in the desert advancing toward them, the cool wind ruffled her hair, and she lightly brushed it back, saying with a touch of irritation.

Zai Bu Zhan, Gui Jiao, and Gui Deng Man Yue all turned their gazes, and upon seeing the silhouettes in the distance, they couldn't help but purse their lips.

Especially, they all noticed that among the White Absolutes there were a few distinctive figures!

They stood in the front row, each with a Mist Village forehead protector on their brows, and some were wielding exaggerated weapons.

Especially at the front, there was a blond-haired youngster with a small goatee; upon seeing this figure, Full Moon's complexion turned somewhat sallow.

"Is that the Second Mizukage?"

"It looks like it."

Zai Bu Zhan nodded, while Gui Jiao gave Full Moon a mischievous grin.

"You actually got it right. So, do you want to go over and bow to him? Maybe he'll be gentler."

"Crazy!"

Full Moon, irritated, glared at Gui Jiao, genuinely not wanting to pay any more heed to that lunatic's words.

However, he now had a slight headache; he never gave any thought to the other 'Ninja Sword Seven', trusting his own strength and believing he had long surpassed those guys.

Yet regarding this senior, famed throughout the clan's history, possessing formidable power and having become the Second Mizukage, he felt a bit uneasy inside.

"Shut up; now is not the time to get tangled up in this."

Zhao Meiming glared at the few people behind her, then spoke.

"Even if Full Moon goes to bow, the other side probably won't let us off."

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Full Moon was a bit flustered, wondering why this woman was also acting crazy.

Although that was true, the opposite side was clearly Jujutsu Reincarnation; no matter what they did, it would be of no use, okay?

"Prepare for battle."

Zhao Meiming continued, and her gaze gradually hardened.

"Using the Second Mizukage against us is really interesting; then we must step up our effort and not embarrass ourselves before these old guys!"

"Hmph"

Full Moon let out a light hum, while Zai Bu Zhan and Gui Jiao tightened their grip on their long swords.

Dealing with these old guys, even the former Shadow and the Ninja Sword Seven, each of them was full of vigor!

"Yo, it seems the opposite side is people from our village."

In the distance, Gui Deng Huan Yue also sensed the situation, curiously sizing up the leader, and muttered quietly under his breath.

"Even if they're our people, they've already become traitors now."

Li Xian Chuan Wan spoke coldly, his eyes devoid of any feeling, while the nearby Tong Cao Ye Er Ren sneered.

"These juniors, ignorant of the heavens and earth, actually sold the whole village; truly unexpected."

"Alright, you idiots, shut up as well."

Gui Deng Huan Yue disdainfully cut them off, and he looked at the distance, sneering.

"I don't know what choices the juniors made or why they chose this, but I don't believe Madara Uchiha's nonsense."

"To get clarity, it's better to ask them face‑to‑face; maybe there'll be new information."

He said that, but in Gui Deng Huan Yue's eyes also appeared a fighting spirit; he truly wanted to see what growth these juniors had.

—

"Never thought you'd, old ghost, also be summoned."

Ziraiye and the troops led by Kangshou halted their steps in the forest.

Seeing the Jujutsu Reincarnation crowd blocking them, their expressions gradually turned serious.

Because in front of them, it truly was an old acquaintance.

And that guy, wearing a mask, the half‑god half‑cang who once, with a hint of disdain in his pride, gave them the title of the Legendary Sannin!

Originally the leader of this unit should have been San Chuan, but unfortunately, Leaf Village never involved the Iron Country.

They had even begun continuously sending influence toward the Iron Country; its fall is probably only a matter of time.

"Oh? There really are such surprises, it turns out to be you two brats."

Ban Zang raised an eyebrow, clearly having recognized who the two people before him truly were.

Just as he was about to speak further, his body suddenly stiffened, and the next moment his gaze turned hollow.

Immediately, the guy actually licked his tongue, then looked at Ziraiye and Zai Bu Zhan.

"So, how is this gift prepared for you?"

"Crazy, you're really bored."

Kangshou instantly knew who the person speaking to her was, and Ziraiye also figured out what was going on.

"What's wrong, why aren't you guys interested?"

Orochimaru, controlling Hanzo, tilted his head and asked curiously.

"After all, this guy left a deep impression on us back then; letting him become your first opponent should be a good choice, right?"

"Bastard, don't forget that we originally faced this guy together."

Ziraiye muttered irritably from the side, recalling that the three of them had faced Hanzo together, but now it was just him and Tsunade, which naturally made Zai Buzhan very upset.

Even though he knew Orochimaru's current situation would probably make it hard to fight alongside them, Ziraiye was still somewhat sentimental.

"Enough, Ziraiye, stop the nonsense."

Tsunade glared at Ziraiye, then her gaze shifted to the Hanzo that Orochimaru was controlling.

"Did everyone know about this huge mess, or is this just your own plan and purpose?"

"Rest assured, everything I do is known to someone; I'm not acting recklessly."

Orochimaru gave a slight nod, then spoke slowly.

"Alright, I have other matters to attend to; I'll leave this guy to you."

"Have fun, and also avenge me; though in my eyes he's no longer anything."

"Tch, you bastard."

Seeing Hanzo suddenly droop his head and become motionless, Ziraiye couldn't help but curse.

But at this moment he seemed to have sparked his fighting spirit, and Tsunade had long been ready for battle.

Hanzo is not only no longer in Orochimaru's sight now, but neither are the two of them; their progress has been tremendous!

"Tch, looks like I was controlled earlier."

Soon, Hanzo's consciousness returned; looking at Ziraiye and Tsunade before him, he slowly drew his Ninja Sword, and his aura suddenly turned icy.

"I don't like being awakened like this, but meeting you all has sparked a bit of interest."

"Then let me see what kind of progress you little brats have made since back then!"

——

"Those guys have already moved. When do we strike?"

Above the desert, Yishi, accompanied by Taoshi and Jinshi, was concealed in dimensional space, watching the ninjas battling below, and Yishi remained very calm.

But Taoshi beside him seemed unable to bear it; he didn't understand why Yishi was interested in fighting these ant‑like guys.

He also didn't know why this guy hadn't yet planned to capture those who sealed the tailed beasts, which made Taoshi very upset.

"No need to rush; first see if there's nothing bad."

Yet Yishi stayed calm, seeming to have no intention of doing anything; he simply spoke evenly.

"I've told you, people in this world are different; they're skilled in combat and can use chakra proficiently, so a slip can cause trouble easily."

"Is it like you?"

Taoshi heard the words but couldn't help mocking.

"Since I already know, I certainly won't make that mistake; I think you're overthinking it."

"And don't forget, Pushi has also arrived; are you planning to just watch him run wild and let him take the things?"

Pushi's arrival was far from covert; at least for them Ootsutsuki, this guy was as glaring as the sun.

His chakra was captured the moment he approached the planet, but their attitudes toward it differed.

Yishi didn't care about Pushi's arrival at all, while Taoshi was a bit impatient, because Pushi might be coming to snatch the peaches!

Having taken everything on this planet as his own, Taoshi naturally couldn't tolerate Pushi, even though they're of the same clan.

"Of course I know he's here, but isn't that good?"

Perhaps to soothe Taoshi, Yishi thought for a moment before speaking.

"His arrival can add a lot of fun and let us see things we normally don't, which isn't a bad thing for any of us."

"Not a bad thing?"

Taoshi raised an eyebrow, and soon seemed to understand Yishi's thought.

"You mean let the idiot Pushi be cannon fodder to attract those guys?"

"One can't put it that way, of course…"

Yishi gave an indifferent smile, but his gaze was cold.

"That guy has indeed had contact with Uchiha Haori; their battle was spectacular, so he must know Uchiha Haori's strength."

"And his proactive strike will inevitably reveal more of Uchiha Haori's power; after three years I'm curious whether that kid has improved."

"But whether he has or hasn't improved doesn't matter; what's important is to gauge his strength so we can better deal with that kid."

"Of course, we can also use this chance to collect a bit of the Ten‑Tails' power, anyway."

"That's all ours; how could it fall into outsiders' hands?"

"You're really scheming."

Taoshi heard this and couldn't help a hint of mockery, but he also nodded.

Dealing with such unknown enemies indeed requires caution, especially since that guy first dealt with Pushi, forcing him to use a Wedge to resurrect for revenge.

Then he also defeated Yishi, making him have to use a Wedge to respond; observing such a person more isn't a problem.

And using this chance to recover some Ten‑Tails chakra is definitely not a bad thing.

"Scheming or cunning, the goal is the same: to win."

Yishi didn't care about any of Taoshi's words at all; he simply shook his head calmly, then continued indifferently.

"If we can't even win, what else is there to say? Do you want to be left here as Ten‑Tails' nourishment?"

"Or do you want that guy to drain your memories so she obtains the Ootsutsuki's core power?"

"He doesn't yet have that power, yet he's already at such a level; once he obtains it—"

At that point, Yishi stopped, but his meaning was already clear, and Taoshi's gaze grew dark.

If it continues like this now, then what will happen in the future, he dares not even think!

Such a disaster, it's best to resolve it now.

Alright, it seems you understand too.

Isshiki remained calm, lacking Momoshiki's glance, then smiled and said.

So, let's just wait quietly now; that Urashiki guy doesn't know restraint at all.

Flaunting himself like that, he must have already been discovered, but that's fine.

After all, this is comparatively easier.

——

Yuzhi, do you feel it?

Yeah, an idiot's coming.

Leaf Village, inside the Hokage's office.

Hikari raised her head, frowned, and looked at Yuzhi beside her, while Yuzhi gave a light, carefree laugh.

With such a commotion, he naturally felt it; he even already knew exactly who had come!

Yuzhi originally thought that Urashiki's descent would be faster, after all, that guy knows the direction.

But he didn't expect that Momoshiki and his group had already arrived, Isshiki had even been revived, and this guy barely managed to show up.

It's clear that this guy, bearing the Karma lifeform, is truly far from the ninja world's planet; otherwise he wouldn't have only just managed to arrive now.

Don't talk cool; that guy has never been easy to deal with.

Hikari glared at Yuzhi, then after a moment's thought continued speaking.

What are you planning to do? Although that guy was previously taught a lesson by you, this time he shouldn't be stupid.

You should know how strong a full-powered Otsutsuki is; can you tell me your plan?

My plan is actually simple; there's no need to overthink it.

Yuzhi laughed and shook his head, then he reached out and took Hikari's hand; a slight chakra shift, and in an instant the heavens and earth turned, and they both found themselves in a desert!

I've said before, this battle's essence is drilling troops, and also to deal with these Otsutsuki.

Then these two matters naturally need to be carried out together; now the ninja world has already gone to war, so we naturally cannot stay idle.

Having one Urashiki come out for us to move a bit isn't bad; besides, Nagato has already gone to find Naruto, and Madara is starting to prepare.

Playing with this Urashiki a bit isn't bad either; it's perfect as a warm-up.

Yuzhi said as such; although he said it was just a fun warm-up, killing intent had already burst forth in his eyes.

Even if he indeed didn't take Urashiki and Momoshiki too seriously, he clearly knew that when they got serious they were still extremely difficult to deal with.

Especially when they go all out, it's truly not something ordinary people can withstand; if we could kill one in advance, perhaps that would be a good thing.

But he doesn't ask for that, after all Isshiki and Momoshiki are likely watching; they might intervene.

Of course, it's also possible they're using Urashiki as bait to move against the jinchuriki.

But no matter which, it's not a bad thing; after all, being able to draw out these hidden guys, Yuzhi won't lose at all.

Suit yourself; anyway you always have your own ideas and goals.

Hikari pursed her lips, then looked around, and only then spoke.

So, what should I do now?

Keep watch on other movements, especially the jinchuriki side; be careful they might suddenly act.

Yuzhi spoke softly; the next moment his chakra twitched slightly, and instantly a beacon seemed to appear in the world.

Such a 'beacon' can only be sensed by Otsutsuki; others cannot detect this subtle trace.

Moreover, they are at the edge of the battlefield, so there's no need to worry that their fight will affect other areas from the start.

He also hoped this battle would yield greater gains, not just for himself, but for everyone participating in the war.

Accompanied by his chakra continually surging, not long after a meteor suddenly flashed in the sky; the meteor swiftly descended, and in an instant it halted before Yuzhi and Hikari!

A violent chakra aura instantly swept across the surrounding sandstorm; the sand flew everywhere, and if an ordinary person came they'd likely be unable to breathe now.

Yet Yuzhi stood calmly in place; even the sand couldn't touch his body.

After a while, the sandstorm subsided, and Urashiki's ferocious appearance appeared before Yuzhi.

This guy looks unchanged from a few years ago, but his Byakugan eyes are filled with humiliation and hatred!

Finally back.

He gritted his teeth, looking at Yuzhi and spoke low, that resentment could no longer be suppressed.

Little brat, have you decided how you want to die?

Why are you still as confident as you were years ago?

Yuzhi tilted his head, looking at this guy as if he were an idiot.

Back then you were just as confident, yet I easily killed you; now you're still that confident, frankly you seem to have made no progress at all, truly disappointing.

Yuzhi's words were so light, and his tone of contempt was fully exposed; meanwhile Urashiki had no idea how to rebut.

Back then he indeed lost miserably; he never had a chance to go all out before that damned guy crushed and even killed him.

This is also an unforgettable shame and hatred for him; now Yuzhi bringing it up again has made his shame and rage reach the extreme.

Your shamelessness I've firmly remembered; this time you have no chance!

As expected, you're still an idiot as always.

Yuzhi shook his head; as he spoke, his aura suddenly changed.

That leisurely aura, accompanied by his chakra, underwent a huge shift instantly, and his body at that moment continually transformed with the chakra's undulation.

His clothes turned into a white robe, his hair grew longer and turned silver; not long after, under Urashiki's astonished gaze, he had completed his Otsutsuki transformation!

Impossible, impossible. How could it be possible?

Pushi stared in shock at all this, he too was a bit dazed for a moment, as if he had never expected such a thing to happen.

This little brat, he actually already completed the Big Tubewood's metamorphosis?

Nothing is impossible.

Yuzhi calmly looked at him, the Truth-Seeking Jade suddenly hid in his hand, in an instant transforming into a long sword.

Your vision and your intellect are still low; you can never understand our mindset. Last time I could kill you, though it's a pity you managed to come back to life, then

Before his words even fell, Yuzhi's whole body instantly disappeared; the violent sandstorm at this moment blotted out the sky and covered the sun, and Yuzhi had already arrived behind Pushi.

As the blade's edge fell, his voice only then reached Pushi's ears.

Just let you die once more!