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Chapter 310: Who's Summoning the Fleet?
Chapter 310: Who's Summoning the Fleet?
"Sand Ninjas, are you looking to start a war with the Leaf Village?"
Scarlet Lotus took the initiative, employing the Pot King's tactic of putting the blame on others while claiming to represent the Leaf Village.
In reality, this mining area was secretly developed by the Void Ninjas without purchasing or reporting it to the Land of Wind, giving them a legitimate reason to cause trouble.
However, setting aside the facts...
This area was gradually developed by the Void Ninjas, and by 'acquiring' their Heavenly Fortress, it naturally became their territory.
A logical conclusion!
So, Scarlet Lotus' questioning wasn't without reason.
"This is the Land of Wind, and it's Lady Risui's territory!"
Makki shouted in rebuttal.
The Land of Wind was the Sand Ninjas' territory, and they hadn't noticed the flags on the watchtowers?
Risui!
She was the noble who occupied this mining area.
If it were any other place, they wouldn't have been interested.
The Land of Wind had numerous mineral veins, but aside from the difficulty of mining, transporting them out of the country was an unsolvable problem.
However, for this open-pit mine located just eighty kilometers from the coast, they were very interested.
Because it represented significant profits.
So, the Sand Ninjas captured a fleeing Void Ninja, gathered information, and then leaked the news to this 'Scavenger,' allowing them to occupy the area and then participate under the guise of a 'protection' mission.
This was a deliberate attempt to test the relationship between the Heavenly Fortress and the Leaf Village, as well as gauge the strength of the Heavenly Fortress.
"Then who excavated this mine?"
Scarlet Lotus started a verbal assault while secretly observing her surroundings, looking for an opportunity to break through.
It can be said that although she seemed rash and noisy, she wasn't the type to rush in recklessly. She was the kind who paid attention to details.
This wasn't surprising.
If one were truly reckless, unless protected by a protagonist's halo, it would be best not to become a ninja, as death would likely come swiftly.
The surrounding Sand Ninjas were numerous, around two hundred, with half of them blocking the rear.
There were no well-known powerful ninjas among them, not even the likes of Leaf Storehouse or Desert Sand... No Shadow-level ninjas were present, indicating they didn't want to create a deadly feud from the start.
This wasn't unusual.
If the Shadow-level ninjas of one side targeted the weaker members of the other, no one could withstand it. So, it was a mutual restraint.
Therefore, unless it was a time of great ninja war, powerful ninjas with influential backgrounds wouldn't attack weak targets, showing their 'generosity.'
This was the truth!
Although the Heavenly Fortress wasn't a major ninja village, it had two powerful Shadow-level ninjas and numerous Uchiha members, which was why the Sand Ninjas showed such generosity, sending only elite Jonin-level Makki.
If Scarlet Lotus died at the hands of such an equal opponent, it could only be said that she had bad luck.
"I'll capture you and hand you over to Lady Risui. If you don't resist, I won't mention taking you back to the Sand Village."
Makki repeatedly mentioned 'Lady Risui' and didn't bring up returning the captives to the Sand Village.
In essence, he was saying that this conflict was entirely caused by the other party, and they were merely following orders, with no personal grudges.
"Don't even think about it!"
Scarlet Lotus, of course, wouldn't surrender.
The battle commenced instantly.
At thirteen years old, with proper nutrition, she wasn't shorter than an average adult, so she wasn't at a disadvantage in Taijutsu.
Don't underestimate this age.
Knowing the 'achievements' of the Byakugan Wolf and the Filial Son at this age, one would understand how dangerous this age could be.
One assassinated his teacher, and the other slaughtered his clan!
And both entered the Shadow-level at this age, while Scarlet Lotus, though only at the Jonin level with slightly more Chakra due to her Kekkei Genkai, had combat power comparable to an elite Jonin.
This was because she used Crystal Transformation, not ordinary ninjutsu.
"Crystal Transformation - Hexagonal Kunai Dance!"
Scarlet Lotus used this jutsu to clear a path.
Whoosh, whoosh!
Numerous hexagonal pink kunai flew sideways like a rainstorm.
Despite her limited combat experience, she knew better than to break through from behind; who knew how many traps the enemy had set up there.
The power of this jutsu was almost on par with the 'Shadow Clone Kunai Jutsu.'
However, this was also a characteristic of Crystal Transformation, making this technique extremely cost-effective.
"Ah!"
"Careful!"
"Stop them!"
...
The voices of numerous Sand Ninjas echoed.
The killing effect of this jutsu wasn't very effective.
After all, with their ninja armor, unless it hit vital areas like the head, it was difficult for these palm-sized crystal kunai to kill a ninja.
So, after a round of crystal kunai, the results were meager.
But Scarlet Lotus had achieved her goal.
The Sand Ninjas on the side were dispersed by the ninjutsu.
"Charge with me!"
She took the lead at the forefront, and a crescent-shaped emerald crystal blade materialized on her arm.
Crystal Transformation - Emerald Crystal Blade!
This weapon, condensed by ninjutsu, was harder than steel and could be wielded with ease, making it her best close-combat weapon.
Indeed, bloodline limits were incredibly useful.
Whether for offense or defense, there were corresponding ninjutsu.
Of course, this was also because she had diligently cultivated her abilities. Without this training, her bloodline limit would never have developed to this extent.
If not for this cultivation, its power might have been mediocre.
But Makki wasn't going to let her display her Divine Might without a fight. He led his team in pursuit.
However, he didn't rush to intercept her. Instead, he joined the other Sand Ninjas in harassing and attacking from a distance with senbon, kunai, shuriken, and other long-range weapons.
They didn't even use explosive tags.
Clearly, their intention was to first deplete Scarlet Lotus's chakra and then capture her, using her as a bargaining chip with the Skyguard Tower.
Evidently, Makki was well aware of Scarlet Lotus's identity.
As for why he knew, it was because the Skyguard Tower was no longer an unknown entity in the eyes of the major ninja villages.
The Sand Village was in close proximity, separated only by the Land of Wind, and the Skyguard Tower's ever-growing orders for various parts had made them a focus of attention.
Hence, this trial was underway.
The outcome of this trial would also influence the Sand Village's future actions.
Knowing the importance of Scarlet Lotus, they aimed to exhaust her chakra before capturing her, rather than simply killing this talented ninja.
As the pursuit continued, a figure in the shadows observed the battle.
"So that's it. The Sand Ninjas want to engage in a battle to determine their future cooperation model?"
Hyuga Cangyue's eyes shone with a blue light, taking in the distant battlefield.
She also noticed a figure with an immense chakra presence hidden among the Sand Ninjas.
Although she couldn't see their appearance, only a few Sand Ninjas had such a massive chakra presence.
Aside from the unlikely Chiyou, it could only be either Yotsuki or Roshi.
Their reason for hiding in the team was obvious; they wanted to prevent the Skyguard Tower from acting without honor and sending a Shadow-level ninja.
With only Scarlet Lotus present, it was natural for them to remain hidden.
Of course, even a trial battle didn't mean they would hold back. Instead, they would fight even more fiercely.
This was a battle for future cooperation and benefits.
Thus, the battle, understood by both sides, ignited the fuse.
The chase continued!
Scarlet Lotus constantly delayed, knowing that reinforcements would arrive for her side. Otherwise, she wouldn't have caused such a commotion.
The current situation could indeed be considered a 'big commotion'.
After all, two hundred Sand Ninjas were equivalent to more than a tenth of their total ninja force.
In fact, Scarlet Lotus had guessed correctly.
As she delayed, the natural harbor she had mentioned earlier now saw the arrival of a fleet.
It wasn't just one or two ships; it was an entire fleet.
Led by several massive metal warships that resembled mountains, along with numerous transport ships, they formed a fleet that blocked out the sky.
(Who summoned the fleet!)
The Blazing Sun Fleet made its entrance!
The fleet wasn't named 'Skyguard Fleet' because that name lacked grandeur.
And it was just a place name, not an official faction name. Dong Ping hadn't yet left the Leaf Village, so he couldn't name his faction yet.
Blazing Sun!
This name was extremely fitting for his faction.
It not only represented the future arrival of his faction like a blazing sun in the ninja world but also referred to his Fire Style and Kagayaku.
For now, it would be the fleet's name, and later, it would become the official name of his faction.
(End of Chapter)
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