Chapter 719: The Uchiha Clan's Extinction, Are You Sure You Want to Choose? The Central Battlefield'
Chapter 719: The Uchiha Clan's Extinction, Are You Sure You Want to Choose? The Central Battlefield's Defense Line!
Two massive ninja armies faced off against each other, separated by a ten-meter-wide ditch about two kilometers in front of a bastion. The number of troops on both sides was astonishing.
Beneath their feet, golden wheat fields had been trampled and burned, a terrible waste for the ninja world, where food was already scarce.
Jiraiya took a step forward, his killing intent palpable as he faced the tall, ponytailed figure in black combat gear, exuding an aura of queenly coldness across the ditch. He couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions, knowing that if they hadn't let the eldest branch of the Uchiha clan leave, she might have been on their side.
"Yuchiha Yaya!" Jiraiya called out. He had a decent relationship with Yuchiha Dohei, having been a mentor to his disciples and even exchanged ninjutsu with him. But with Yaya, there was no such connection, and it showed in his tone.
"Jiraiya!" Yaya responded coldly. Just a couple of days ago, she had led a group of Shadow-level powerhouses in a surprise attack, tearing through the defense line. If Jiraiya hadn't arrived in time, even this last line of defense might have crumbled.
Jiraiya knew that without a corresponding powerhouse to hold her back, Yaya could wreak havoc. Even someone like Kamizume Minato could single-handedly break through the defense line if left unchecked. But with even the slightest resistance, combined with other forces, they could repel the enemy.
That's why Yaya, supported by the elite Uchiha forces, was able to hold off the powerful coalition led by the Leaf Village. Despite only Jiraiya, Tsunade, Nara Shikaku, and Asuma standing at the forefront, the coalition had many formidable warriors.
The quality of their forces was exceptional, which was why Yaya had brought the Uchiha clan's elite to counter them.
"If the Uchiha clan is willing to return to the Leaf Village, I can plead with the Daimyo on your behalf, restore the Uchiha clan's status, and even take on an Uchiha disciple!" Jiraiya shouted, offering a deal he knew was unlikely to be accepted but worth a try.
The benefits of such a deal were immense. Not only would they gain powerful Uchiha warriors, but they would also weaken the Skyguard Tower's forces. The Uchiha clan's influence now far surpassed what it had been in the Leaf Village.
With multiple Shadow-level powerhouses, including Yaya, the 'Thunderfire Queen,' Yuchiha Sho, Yuchiha Shizuka, and Yuchiha Izumi, they had already proven their might on the battlefield.
The mere thought of a single clan producing multiple Shadow-level powerhouses was terrifying, especially considering that the five great ninja villages only had a handful of Shadow-level ninjas.
This explained why Jiraiya, despite knowing the village's enmity with the Uchiha clan, was willing to try and recruit them. As the Fifth Hokage, he was prepared to overlook past grievances and offer the Uchiha clan a chance to regain their honor and even become the next Hokage.
Everyone understood that only the Hokage's lineage had the right to become the Hokage, so taking on an Uchiha disciple was not just a simple mentorship but a political maneuver.
Regarding the rejection? Jiraiya certainly wouldn't suffer any losses and could even sow discord between them.
What a win! The suggestion was proposed by Shikaku Nara, and Tsunade wholeheartedly agreed, while Asuma Sarutobi had his reservations.
"The Uchiha clan was annihilated long ago. Was it your doing?"
Yaya Uchiha retorted.
She was referring to the Uchiha clan's annihilation.
It was easier to talk about it in the past, but after Dohei's revelation in 'My Struggle' and the upper echelons of Konohagakure pushing the blame, secretly brainwashing the Great Sage with the Flame Will... Now, the Hokage lineage is firmly carrying this burden.
And there's no way to shake it off.
At that time, the Anbu and the Root had blocked off the clan's territory and set up soundproof barriers, which couldn't be covered up.
If the commotion hadn't been so loud that night, perhaps the evidence could have been destroyed afterward.
But Fugaku Uchiha's escape and the chaos caused by Monkey King Enma, Sarutobi, and others made it impossible to clear their names.
The Uchiha clan's annihilation by Konohagakure and now inviting them back is nothing short of a hellish joke.
"That incident was entirely the doing of the traitorous Uchiha Itachi and has nothing to do with us in Konohagakure!"
Asuma quickly spoke up in defense.
He didn't want the old man to continue bearing this burden, as it would tarnish his reputation.
Regardless of whether it's the truth or not, he couldn't possibly admit it.
Indeed, Konohagakure's strategy now is to firmly deny everything written in 'My Struggle.'
Whether others believe it or not, the people of Konohagakure must not!
Ahem!
Konohagakure has declared that the book, 'My Struggle,' is a slanderous work against the great and selfless Third Hokage and is part of the enemy's plot. As a result, the book has been banned.
Not only in Konohagakure but also in the entire Land of Fire, it cannot be sold.
Tsk, tsk!
It's true that Shikaku Nara can play a role, and these actions, whether good or bad, are indeed effective.
Asuma's immediate denial at this moment is naturally due to the lack of evidence.
After all, Monkey King Enma is dead, Danzo has left the village, and neither of them is in the village, so there's no fear of being caught with evidence.
The remaining documents and personnel have long been dealt with.
"Indeed, it's the Flame Will!"
Yaya Uchiha laughed in anger.
She hadn't expected that after the confession a while ago, they would now deny it outright.
It was precisely these accusations that forced the Third Hokage to step down, and now they're turning their backs on it... Shocking.
Jiraiya lowered his gaze, unable to meet Yaya Uchiha's eyes, while Tsunade crossed her arms as if watching a play. Only Asuma Sarutobi and Shikaku Nara remained unchanged.
"As long as the Uchiha clan returns to Konohagakure, they can once again become the first noble family of the ninja world!"
Shikaku Nara spoke on Jiraiya's behalf.
The longer they talked, the more they could sow discord between the Uchiha clan and the Skyguard Tower.
"Indeed, you are the strategist of Konohagakure!"
Yaya Uchiha quickly understood their intentions and gave them a deep look.
It was clear that she had taken note of them.
Given the chance, she would make them understand the meaning of 'the villain dies by talking too much.'
Shikaku Nara smiled bitterly in his heart.
How could he not know the consequences of speaking out?
But there's no other way; with Konohagakure in such a precarious situation, he had no choice but to stand up.
"Come, you noble ninja dogs!" Yaya Uchiha exclaimed with battle intent, "Let me see if you're worthy of dancing after receiving help from those wandering toads!"
She was getting impatient.
With her decisive personality, she naturally didn't want to waste time with words.
A true Uchiha!
So, it was time to let the fists do the talking.
Oh, and she had mocked them.
Noble ninja dogs!
Indeed, this coalition's ninjas were all acting under the command of the nobility, so her words were not misplaced.
With Yaya Uchiha's statement, the negotiation phase ended, and the action phase began.
(End of Chapter)
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