Soon, news of Yu and his team's actions in the Land of Fields reached the offices of the leaders of the Five Great Nations.
In Konoha, within the Hokage's office:
"Well done! You managed to defeat so many Iwa-nin!"
Listening to the report brought back by the Konoha Ninja, everyone in the office was invigorated.
"But... you're saying that Yakushi Yu killed the Five Tails Jinchuriki sent by Iwagakure?"
Upon carefully listening to the report from the subordinate Ninja, Hokage Lord Third couldn't help but furrow his brows.
"Yes, Lord Hokage. During the recent battle, Yakushi Yu not only utilized the Hidden Sand Puppet Jutsu but also unleashed a highly powerful Ice Release Ninjutsu to eliminate the Five Tails Jinchuriki from Iwagakure."
In front of the desk, an ANBU Ninja was kneeling, accurately recounting the details of the recent battle.
The Five Tails Jinchuriki from Iwagakure?!
Hearing this report, an eerie silence fell over the entire Hokage's office.
"Iwagakure's Five Tails Jinchuriki? Could it be that renowned figure in the ninja world..."
Homura Mitokado, standing beside Lorn Third, widened his eyes in disbelief, his tone revealing a hint of incredulity.
"That's correct, Lord Mitokado... It's indeed Han, known as the 'Steam Ninja' from Iwagakure."
Faced with the questioning looks from the Konoha high-ranking officials, the ANBU Ninja nodded affirmatively.
"Hmm..."
Upon receiving the ANBU Ninja's confirmation, everyone present couldn't help but take a sharp breath.
"To think he killed Iwagakure's Five Tails Jinchuriki, Han, a Ninja of that caliber..."
"I never expected him to have reached such a level..."
Muttering to himself, Lord Third couldn't help but conjure up an image of Yu in his mind—a young man he found difficult to fully understand.
"Hmph... Hidden Sand Puppet Jutsu and a unique Ice Release Ninjutsu..."
"Sarutobi, it seems your disciple has been hiding many things from us..."
At this moment, Danzo snorted coldly. Although he had already witnessed Yu's Puppet Jutsu, he deliberately chose to bring up this matter at this particular time.
Originally, Danzo had planned to use the orphans from Konoha's orphanage and Yakushi Nono to coerce Yu into working for him. However, Yu's continuously demonstrated strength forced Danzo to carefully consider the consequences.
"Hidden Sand Puppet Jutsu may have been obtained as spoils from the puppeteer he battled during his last Sand Village intelligence mission..."
"And the so-called Ice Release in the intelligence report could very well be a new, unique ability the kid has developed..."
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However, in the face of Danzo's questioning, Lord Third didn't mince his words and interrupted him, "Regardless, Yakushi Yu is a crucial contributor to the victory in this war..."
"If you have any other questions, everything can be addressed by him personally after the conclusion of this war."
After Lord Third spoke, everyone in the vicinity immediately fell silent.
For example, the elite Jonin Ao from the Mist Village in the Water Country obtained the Byakugan from a Hyuga Clan ninja of Konoha. In the world of ninjas, instances of killing enemy ninjas and seizing spoils of war have long been commonplace.
Therefore, when Yu acquired the Hidden Sand Puppet Jutsu from an enemy ninja during the Sand Village intelligence mission, it didn't seem particularly unusual in the context of this war-torn era. On the contrary, Danzo, as one of Konoha's high-ranking officials, choosing to dwell on this matter at this time seemed exceptionally suspicious.
"Damn it..."
Feeling the peculiar gazes of everyone around him, Danzo could only clench his fists in anger, harboring an indescribable rage.
In the Earth Country, in the village of Iwagakure, Lord Third, the Tsuchikage, was currently furious in his office.
"What?!"
"You're telling me that all the ninjas we sent out were repelled by Konoha? And almost all of them are dead or injured?!"
Upon hearing the report from his subordinates, Onoki, the diminutive yet powerful Tsuchikage, filled the entire Tsuchikage office with his enraged voice.
"What about Han? What is he up to?!"
Despite being seven years older than Konoha's Lord Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, Onoki, the Tsuchikage with the longest tenure in Iwagakure, known as the 'Scale of Two Heavens,' was not only full of vigor but also tremendously powerful.
"Han... Lord Han has already fallen in battle."
"This is the information brought back by Ozuchi, who successfully led the surviving ninjas to retreat."
As Onoki, the enraged Tsuchikage, glared at the reporting Iwagakure ninjas, they dared not even breathe loudly.
"Han has fallen?!"
"What kind of joke is this?! How many ninjas did Konoha send this time?!"
"They killed so many of our ninjas, and even Han fell in battle?!"
Onoki, who had finally calmed down, went into a frenzy again, staring in disbelief with widened eyes.
"Could it be... that yellow flash..."
"No... it's impossible... that guy is currently being held back by Cloud Village's A and B combination..."
The first name that came to mind in Onoki's heart was the one that was invincible on the battlefield, but he quickly dismissed this speculation. Although Konoha's yellow flash was formidable, Cloud Village's A and B combination, led by the sons of Lord Third Raikage, A, along with the perfect Eight-Tails Jinchuriki Killer B, was not to be underestimated. Onoki believed that even Minato Namikaze wouldn't be able to withdraw so quickly.
"It's still the same Konoha ninjas. This time, it was mainly Yakushi Yu, the new disciple of Konoha's Lord Third Hokage, who arrived. He used a strange Ice Release to kill the majority of our ninjas, including Lord Han in his complete form."
The Iwagakure ninja in front of Lord Third Tsuchikage answered truthfully.
"Yakushi Yu? The new disciple of Sarutobi Hiruzen?"
Upon hearing this, Onoki took a deep breath, his gaze chilling. "I'll remember this name. I never thought that after such a long war and so many events, Konoha would still be the cradle of geniuses."
"Although Konoha remains strong as ever, it can't stop the unity of our entire Earth Country!"
"After Ozuchi recovers from his injuries, have him lead more ninjas. We must win this war!"
After calming down, Onoki spoke in a deep voice, his gaze revealing an unwavering determination for victory.
Unlike the other tumultuous nations, the Earth Country was known for the strong unity between its ruler and subjects. The Tsuchikage and daimyo held equivalent positions, respecting each other and maintaining a harmonious relationship. This advantage played a positive role in the prolonged war.
Moreover, Iwagakure, the ninja village of the Earth Country, was renowned for its solid defense. Situated within a natural fortress formed by numerous rocky mountains, it was easy to defend, making it difficult for enemies to breach. However, this also made communication with the outside world relatively challenging.
Most importantly, Iwagakure possessed the largest military force among the five major nations in the ninja world. With the united support from within and abundant resources, Iwagakure could deploy more ninjas on the battlefield. This confidence in the strength of Iwagakure's unity and military power was one of the reasons why Lord Third Tsuchikage Onoki was determined to ultimately win this war.
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