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Chapter 1063: Kakashi's Backstab!
Chapter 1063: Kakashi’s Backstab!
Advancing just a few dozen kilometers in two days sounds pretty bad.
After all, the Blazing Sun Army had a crushing advantage, yet the results were only this much.
The problem was that these few dozen kilometers were fortified with strongholds, watchtowers, and trap zones, forming an impenetrable wall.
Even when constructing the outer defenses, Asuma and the other Konoha leaders had planned to use them to drag out the conflict for months, depleting the enemy’s morale and supplies.
But after facing the Blazing Sun Army, they realized their plans were far too simplistic.
Yes, the defenses were indeed solid.
But it also depended on who they were facing.
Against the Blazing Sun Army, what seemed like an unbreakable defense was nothing more than a paper tiger, easily breached.
Gouren only refrained from a full-on assault to avoid excessive casualties; otherwise, the time frame could have been greatly reduced.
Even so, the number of ninja casualties had already surpassed several hundred.
Don’t think this number is small.
In reality, it’s quite significant.
Because those who died were all ninja, not ordinary people.
Of course, the reason the casualties were this low, apart from effective command, was also due to their outstanding logistics.
They were well-supplied with various ninja tools and consumables, and injuries could be treated promptly, keeping the casualty numbers low.
As for fire support, there was no need to elaborate; both sides were on par.
Konoha had no shortage of bed crossbows, shuriken cannons, artillery, and explosive tags, so their firepower was truly formidable.
However, Gouren had held back, or these advantages would have been negligible.
Hina!
She didn’t participate in the battle.
If she had, breaking through the defenses would have been a piece of cake.
But since she was from Konoha, and bringing her would have deprived the others of the chance to train, she was left behind at the Heavenly Guardian Tower.
Apart from Hina, others like Kiba, Shino, and Neji were also deployed elsewhere and didn’t take part in the battle.
The Blazing Sun Kingdom was now brimming with powerful and elite fighters, so the absence of a few individuals wasn’t an issue.
On the southern wall of Konoha.
“How is this possible? I saw these guys die with my own eyes!”
Naruto’s eyes were filled with disbelief as he muttered to himself.
During the decisive battle, he had personally witnessed many powerful individuals fall, so it was no wonder he was taken aback to see them again.
The dead coming back to life!
Who could believe such a thing?
Naruto would rather believe he was under an illusion.
“Naruto, calm down!”
Kakashi’s voice cut through Naruto’s shock as he patted his shoulder, signaling him to regain composure.
They were on the battlefield, not the time for such thoughts.
In the Ninja World, anything was possible, so the key was to stay calm.
Naruto took a deep breath and nodded at Kakashi.
“I understand!”
He had managed to calm down.
Ruminating on it now was pointless; it was better to focus on protecting the village.
Naruto had just been brought back.
Previously, he and Asuma had irreconcilable differences, so he often stayed outside the village.
If it weren’t for the news of the Blazing Sun Army’s attack on Konoha, Naruto would never have returned.
But upon his return, he was greeted by this shocking sight.
It was terrifying.
Seeing people who had died before reappear—how could anyone not be afraid?
Naruto was terrified.
Not just Naruto, but everyone else was even more shocked, though no one could find the words to speak.
To be honest, they had dared to stand up to the Blazing Sun Kingdom because they had no choice and because they believed the kingdom had suffered significant losses among its powerful fighters.
If they had known the truth earlier, Konoha would never have dared to challenge them.
“Naruto…”
Kakashi hesitated but ultimately remained silent.
“What is it, Kakashi-sensei?”
Naruto turned to look at him.
“Nothing!”
Kakashi shook his head lightly.
A silver dagger, resembling a fang, materialized in his palm.
The White Fang Dagger!
This weapon’s true strength wasn’t on the battlefield but in assassination.
Now, Kakashi needed to use it to make his move.
Well… not exactly an assassination.
It was broad daylight, and there were countless ninja nearby, so it was more of a sneak attack.
For Naruto, Kakashi also noticed something was off.
To ensure Kakashi wouldn't feel sympathy or pity, Tang Ping pointed out the issues with Naruto's character.
For a normal person, one's personality wouldn't be as 'saintly' as Naruto's.
In the past, it might have been the 'protagonist's luck' that made people overlook this. But now that Naruto is no longer the protagonist of the Ninja World, and with Tang Ping's reminder, Kakashi finally saw through Naruto's saintly facade.
Kakashi wouldn't hold back when dealing with such an abnormal presence.
Thud!
The sharp blade pierced through flesh with a crisp sound, and Naruto swayed before collapsing.
If he were still the 'protagonist,' such an attack would never have touched him. But now, he was easily impaled, which indirectly showed that he was no longer the protagonist.
Without the protagonist's luck, Naruto's strength offered no special treatment. Facing a combat genius like Kakashi, he was easily taken down.
A single strike, and it was over!
For Kakashi, it was nothing.
However, the target being his 'student' and the son of his teacher made him feel a bit sad.
If he hadn't known that the other wasn't technically the Fourth Hokage's son, he wouldn't have acted even with the order.
But he did act, partly because of the order and partly because Konoha had already begun to suspect him.
There was no way around it. After Shikamaru's dark turn, his insight had skyrocketed. Given their frequent interactions, it was no surprise that Shikamaru would suspect him.
After his dark turn, Shikamaru had made significant leaps in both strength and other areas, now ranking second only to the Hokage in Konoha.
With Shikamaru's scrutiny, Kakashi naturally felt immense pressure, which was why he acted decisively.
By doing so, he could also hide Ino's identity as a spy.
After all, if one spy was found, it was unlikely there would be a second, right?
That's what most people would think.
So, Kakashi acted decisively, pulling out the White Fang Dagger and striking his student right in the heart.
Without the slightest deviation.
"Kakashi... sensei!"
Naruto, feeling the pain, looked back at Kakashi with disbelief. He had never doubted him before. Kakashi had saved him several times, and now he was about to kill him.
"I'm sorry, Naruto, but your existence is hindering the Blazing Sun's will!"
Kakashi pulled out the blade and stepped back to avoid dying with Naruto. It wasn't that he could predict the future, but Tang Ping often pointed out that getting close to a dying target was courting death.
So, while explaining, Kakashi also put a few meters of distance between them.
"Kakashi sensei!"
Sakura's mouth dropped open, her eyes wide, as she couldn't believe what she was seeing.
"So, you were part of the Blazing Sun Kingdom all along?"
Naruto first felt anger, then acceptance.
"Yes."
Kakashi nodded.
Their location, due to the conflict between Naruto and Asuma, was somewhat isolated, so no one had noticed the situation yet.
"Who would have thought, even you..."
As he spoke, Naruto's body began to slump.
"Naruto!"
Sakura rushed forward, trying to use medical ninjutsu to save him. Unfortunately, she lacked Tsunade's skill.
Kakashi had aimed for the heart, with no intention of holding back. There was no way to save him.
If anyone else had tried, they might have failed. But Kakashi knew Naruto's abilities well, which is why he managed to bypass his defenses and successfully kill him.
"Farewell, Sakura. You're a smart person. When the Blazing Sun Army triumphs, consider joining us. Think about your family, even if not for yourself. Also, Sasuke is now in the Blazing Sun Kingdom."
Kakashi left these words for Sakura before disappearing.
The last sentence was added at Tang Ping's request.
(End of Chapter)
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