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Chapter 657: Assassination?
Chapter 657: Assassination?
Whoosh!
Several figures surrounded a small building located near the outskirts of the Uchiha Compound, not too far away.
Leading them was Danzou, who had just 'escaped' from Konoha.
At this moment, there was not a trace of the disheveled state he was in during the day when Douhei continuously berated him.
Removing his loose robe, he donned a tight-fitting black ninja outfit and removed the bandages, revealing his wooden right arm and leg. His expression was sharp and formidable, as if he had shed a decade of age.
The Sage Cells, of course, did not have the effect of 'rejuvenation.'
But after enduring so long, Danzou finally had the opportunity to drop his disguise, feeling like a caged bird suddenly set free.
At this stage, his strength was genuinely formidable.
The Sage Cells carried an immense life force, allowing his chakra to recover to its peak, if not stronger than his younger days.
Additionally, with dozens of 'Revival Coins' and a beggar-like Wood Style, he could be considered a Strong Shadow-level ninja without exaggeration.
Perhaps his combat experience was a bit lacking, as he hadn't engaged in many battles over the years, or else he might have even defeated Oonoki.
"Once the operation begins, make sure to eliminate that little brat, Douhei. I will not allow Konoha to be destroyed by his hands!"
Danzou gazed at the surrounded building in the middle and issued his orders in a low voice.
"Yes, Lord Danzou!"
The surrounding Root Division ninjas nodded in unison.
It had to be said that Danzou's plan was truly unexpected.
Who would have thought that someone who had just 'escaped' from Konoha would immediately return to assassinate someone?
Assassinate Douhei Uchiha!
This was Danzou's intention after learning that the other party might be injured after attacking Mount Myoboku.
And his 'escape' from prison was also intentional.
Because only by doing so could he sever ties with Konoha.
If the assassination succeeded, it would be the best outcome. With this achievement, Danzou could clear his name and find a way to return to Konoha.
After all, without Douhei, the Skyguard Tower would be a juicy piece of meat, and consuming it would enable Konoha to return to its peak, an achievement of monumental proportions.
If the assassination failed, then Danzou would truly be a defector.
It wouldn't implicate Konoha either.
What did a rogue ninja's actions have to do with Konoha?
It had to be said that Danzou's love for Konoha ran deep.
For this plan, he spared no expense.
He brought along over a hundred elite Root Division ninjas under his command and also brought a significant portion of his accumulated 'Root Blades.'
But that wasn't all; he also prepared a trump card.
"You may begin now."
Danzou turned and spoke to the several figures in black robes behind him.
Indeed, this assassination mission was not solely handled by his Root Division; there was another party involved.
Orochimaru's... subordinates.
Although Orochimaru himself did not come, he sent his subordinates to assist.
"Lord Danzou, please remember the deal with Orochimaru-sama!"
The leading figure lifted his hood, revealing a round-faced man with round glasses, appearing harmless to both humans and animals.
Do!
As Orochimaru's assistant/subordinate, he was the highest-ranking among the group, which allowed him to converse with Danzou.
And from his words, it was clear that Orochimaru and Danzou had struck a deal.
"I never go back on my word!"
Danzou replied coldly.
His collaboration with Orochimaru was purely a matter of mutual need, and there was no real friendship between them.
Moreover, this collaboration was not a spur-of-the-moment decision.
When inviting Douhei to participate in the Hokage election, Danzou had already harbored assassination intentions.
However, he wasn't foolish enough to use the Root Division's name for the operation, so he directly 'hired' Orochimaru's subordinates to carry out the deed.
Regardless of success or failure, Orochimaru would take the fall, leaving Konoha uninvolved.
But now the situation had changed; Danzou had already 'defected' from Konoha and no longer needed Orochimaru's name. Still, he required the assistance of the helpers Orochimaru had sent.
Do + Sound-Style Ninja Five!
A formidable combination indeed.
Do's disguise and command abilities were exceptional, and his strength was on par with an upper-level ninja.
After all, in the original storyline, he was a threat to Tsunade in her Fearful Bloodline state, making him a formidable opponent.
And in the current storyline, which had already deviated significantly from the original, his strength would only be more terrifying due to the Skyguard Tower's secret support.
The Sound-Style Ninja Five, strictly speaking, was a 'Four-Man Squad.'
In this team, Kimamaru is essentially a "super model" of sorts. Even when his Bloodline Limit is acting up, he is still an elite Jonin. If he were to unleash his full power before death, even a Kage-level ninja would be threatened.
However, their current mission doesn't involve direct combat; instead, they are responsible for other tasks. With over a hundred Root Division elites and several hundred Root Blades, they could easily conquer a small ninja village. Their combat strength is unnecessary for this mission.
Therefore, Do and his team don't need to fight; they only need to seal off the battlefield.
Yes, the Tetra Purple Flame Barrier! This is what Danzou values.
With this barrier, no one can escape.
Even during the Konoha Destruction Plan, this barrier was torn apart.
But who was responsible for tearing it apart?
One was the Shell Organization's 'Zhurong', whose strength is undoubtedly on par with the Strong Shadow level.
The other is even more formidable!
The God of Shinobi, Senju Hashirama! There's no need to mention his record of dominating the Shinobi world; his title alone is enough.
Even if it's not the peak version of Senju Hashirama, his strength is still terrifying.
It's only natural that the two of them tore through the barrier.
Didn't Monkey King Enma and Orochimaru fight for so long without affecting the barrier?
(Monkey King Enma: Oh no, I've become a unit of measurement!)
"Begin!"
Do ordered the four Sound Ninja behind him: Douya, Jirobo, Sasakimaru, and Gyuki.
As for Kimamaru, he is like an insurance policy; unless something unexpected happens, he won't take action.
Whoosh!
The four Sound Ninja nodded and quickly dispersed to the four corners of the building, each unfurling a scroll that emitted a massive chakra wave.
Yes, learning from the experience of the Konoha Destruction Plan, Orochimaru has significantly improved the Tetra Purple Flame Barrier.
The minimum supply of chakra is no longer solely provided by the four Sound Ninja.
With their chakra, even if they activate their Curse Mark, they wouldn't reach the Kage-level, which is why the barrier's defense is so fragile against the Super Shadow-level.
But what if the chakra supplied to the barrier isn't provided by them? Could this solve the problem?
For this reason, Orochimaru worked through the night.
In the end, he gained inspiration from the 'Chakra Core' in the Skyguard Tower.
He created some incredible things.
For example, within the scrolls held by the four Sound Ninja, there is a vast collection of Tailed Beast chakra.
Orochimaru, as a veteran powerhouse, has no shortage of valuable items, so Tailed Beast chakra is not something he lacks.
The chakra of the Tailed Beasts can only be described as 'immeasurable'.
Therefore, the improved Tetra Purple Flame Barrier is genuinely formidable in defense.
Even if it doesn't reach the level of the Tetra Vermilion Sun Barrier that trapped the Ten-Tails in the future, the gap is still minimal.
This time, their cooperation with Danzou also serves as a test for the improved Tetra Purple Flame Barrier.
Of course, the primary reason is for one person.
Sasuke!
Those who understand will understand.
Orochimaru is obsessed with the Sharingan.
Especially after being 'one-shotted' by Dai-kudo with a mere glance, he became even more infatuated, even forgetting about the Reincarnation Eye.
After all, he hasn't been one-shotted by the Reincarnation Eye with a mere glance.
And Sasuke, as Dai-kudo's younger brother and an orphan, naturally became Orochimaru's target.
So, this time, Do is here to help Danzou in exchange for something.
Danzou will prepare identities, accommodations, and intelligence for them, making it easier to take Sasuke, while they will 'assassinate' Uchiha Douhei.
Buzz!
The air trembled, and a four-layered dark purple light screen appeared, forming a gigantic cube that enveloped the area around the building.
During the day, it would undoubtedly be extremely conspicuous.
But now, with the approaching dawn and some distance from other places, it won't be discovered.
Furthermore, outside the Tetra Purple Flame Barrier, Root Division added a layer of Soundproof Barrier.
With this, even if there's a huge commotion inside, it won't be detected from the outside.
Unless someone can get close enough to observe.
Danzou must have made extensive preparations for the assassination of Douhei, which is why he could be so meticulous.
Indeed, he is the Shadow of the Ninja!
When it comes to these kinds of things, he's like a cheat code.
After witnessing the deployment of the two barriers, Danzou quietly gave the order.
"Attack!"
With his command, the 'assassination' began.
(End of Chapter)
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