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Chapter 781: Konoha: Why Are You Targeting Us Like This?
Chapter 781: Konoha: Why Are You Targeting Us Like This?
Within the barrier, Jiraiya, the Hokage, spoke up first, unable to remain silent any longer. He deliberately used the title 'Flame Demon' to address the intruders, a title they had initially used when attacking Danzo's Root Organization but had not mentioned since. By doing so, he hinted that Konoha was not entirely unaware of their presence, intending to create psychological pressure.
"Would you believe me if I said we were just passing by?" Tang Ping asked, spreading his hands to indicate his innocence. However, neither Jiraiya nor Pain responded, making their skepticism clear.
"Fine!" Tang Ping changed the subject. "As an organization dedicated to love and justice, we, the Shell Organization, stand against evil. That's why we've come to warn you about something!"
Neither Akatsuki nor Konoha seemed to have much sense of humor, so they quickly got to the point. If they didn't address the matter at hand, Great Sage Kaguya would have slipped out of the tower already.
"What is it?" Asura Path Pain, maintaining his divine persona, remained silent, but Hinata, aware of Tang Ping's identity, spoke up.
"It seems like some little rats are up to something!" Tang Ping's gaze shifted towards the Hokage Tower. At that moment, Great Sage Kaguya was carefully avoiding traps and warning barriers, carrying the Sealed Tome on his back, almost out of the tower.
Everyone instantly realized that something was amiss at the Hokage Tower. Despite the barrier, Jiraiya could still command the Konoha ninjas outside, issuing direct orders.
Soon, cries of alarm echoed from within the tower, followed by the sound of several red alert flares shooting into the sky above the Hokage Tower. Evidently, with Jiraiya's warning, the Anbu guarding the tower had discovered the intruders.
"It seems today's guests aren't just from Akatsuki!" Jiraiya said gravely.
On the Akatsuki side, they remained outwardly calm but were secretly deep in thought.
Jiraiya, knowing the Shell Organization's style, immediately ordered a check on Danzo's Root Organization and the various Shinobi Clans. Danzo's Root and the Shinobi Clans were the two major targets, having been raided by the Shell Organization more than once.
Soon, Jiraiya received a report. The Inuzuka Clan and numerous minor clans had fled Konoha, taking advantage of the village's focus on the current situation to slip away unnoticed among the refugees.
"Flame Demon, how dare your Shell Organization..." Jiraiya roared in anger, but he dared not reveal the truth, fearing it would dampen their morale. It was clear that this had nothing to do with Akatsuki and could only be the work of the Shell Organization, known for such tactics.
"There's no other way. After receiving the reward from the Sun Country, it's only natural to help them. Moreover, as an organization dedicated to justice, how can we stand by and watch as you, Konoha, hinder their pursuit of freedom?" Tang Ping knew Jiraiya had discovered their plan, but he remained unfazed.
With the Inuzuka Clan and their temporary allies already gone, they could directly escape using the airship. If they sent a large force immediately, they might still have a chance to catch up. But with Akatsuki currently in the village, such a move was impossible.
So, even if they were discovered, there was no need to worry. However, this situation was unfair to Konoha.
With the Uchiha in the front and the Hyuga at the rear, not to mention the Yuhi, Inuzuka, and other clans, Konoha was being targeted like a lamb.
Currently, Konoha's strength had significantly diminished compared to the past, and a large part of the reason for this could be attributed to Tang Ping's group, who had been 'draining' their resources for years.
They had directly depleted much of Konoha's potential. Despite the abundance of talented individuals in Konoha, resources were scarce. This had been built up over many years, and if a large number of ninjas were consumed in a cold war, the resources would increase, but there would be a lack of talented ninjas. As a result, they would have to settle for training ninjas with less talent, leading to a vicious cycle of consuming more resources.
'Draining' resources and the cold war were their primary strategies to indirectly push Konoha into the abyss and then emerge as saviors, swallowing it up.
Even if Rikudo realized this, he wouldn't get involved.
A cunning scheme!
It's simply an impossible situation.
However, if that's the case, the most pitiful one would be Konoha.
Constantly being bled dry, who can endure this?
It was only after Jiraiya clearly understood the dire straits the village would face without these Shinobi Clans and talented ninjas that he lost control and flew into a rage.
"Shameless!"
"This is too much!"
"Hokage-sama, we'll fight the Shell Organization to the end!"
...
The Leaf Ninjas were also enraged.
Clearly, it was the Shell Organization who came to poach their people, yet they were being accused of blocking others' pursuit of freedom, as if they were the real villains. Even bullies should have some limits!
Even the Akatsuki members looked at Tang Ping with a hint of admiration.
How could he say such a thing?
It's absurd!
"Cough, cough!" Tang Ping coughed lightly under their gazes, reminding them, "The top priority now should be capturing that despicable little rat, shouldn't it?"
Yes, he didn't believe those ninjas could stop Great Sage Kaguya.
Once she borrowed the power of the giant Tenshin Eye on the moon, she would instantly reach the peak of the Shadow Level, a formidable strength.
Unless Rikudo helped with 'cheats', even in a one-on-one fight, Jiraiya, in his Trifecta form, would be overwhelmed.
Hmm... There's still a chance to counterattack.
After all, Kaguya has very little combat experience. Her previous defeat by Pain was due to her lack of experience.
Otherwise, it wouldn't be easy for Nagato to defeat her without even using his main body.
Jiraiya's combat experience is even richer, and with the right opportunity, it's not impossible for him to overcome his opponent's strength.
A ninja's battle isn't just about statistics.
Tang Ping's words left everyone speechless.
Because in the eyes of both Konoha and Akatsuki, he was also considered a 'little rat', causing trouble while they were fighting.
"What!"
Asama seemed to have received some news, and he couldn't suppress his emotions, letting out a low growl.
"What's wrong?"
Jiraiya understood that Asama wasn't someone who easily lost his composure. Such unusual behavior could only mean one thing.
Something big has happened!
That's why he asked immediately.
"The Sealed Tome... has been seized by the invaders!"
Asama replied softly.
The Sealed Tome!
Its importance in Konoha needs no explanation.
That's why the Shadow Division members, upon confirming this, immediately sent the message.
The signal sent earlier was just to confirm the presence of intruders in the Hokage Tower, and only now did they know the intruders' target.
"Dispel the barrier!"
Jiraiya immediately gave the order.
The Akatsuki could be dealt with later, but the loss of the Sealed Tome would be a significant blow to Konoha.
At this moment, Jiraiya didn't even have the thought of ordering the Inuzuka Clan and the minor clans to chase after them.
It's not that he didn't care, but there was something more important in front of him.
Compared to the Sealed Tome, everything else was trivial.
Even if the entire Konoha Village was lost, the Sealed Tome couldn't be.
With the Sealed Tome, they could rebuild Konoha, but without it, even if Konoha remained, it would quickly decline.
Pop! The barrier was quickly dispelled, and Jiraiya rushed towards the Hokage Tower at full speed.
The Akatsuki didn't react much to this.
Knowing there was a third... and fourth party, they naturally had to be more cautious.
Especially Pain, whose gaze and aura were almost locked onto Tang Ping, with no intention of looking away.
The other Akatsuki members were the same, all on guard and focused on this side, while they were relaxed towards Konoha.
Tang Ping, of course, didn't care.
He was here to stir up trouble, and it would be best if he could create chaos.
Whoosh! However, two silhouettes from the Akatsuki abruptly rushed towards the barrier, breaking the tacit understanding.
It was the combination of Danzo and Biruhu.
"Looks like the Akatsuki's internal affairs are quite lively."
Tang Ping joked.
"As long as they complete their mission, that's all that matters!"
Pain's tone was indifferent, perfectly maintaining his 'godly' persona.
But these words also had another meaning; no matter how chaotic the Akatsuki members became, he was confident he could control the situation.
Just as Tang Ping and the Akatsuki faced off, Jiraiya had already reached the Hokage Tower and blocked their target.
(End of Chapter)
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