Chapter 102 The Konoha Eleven Join the Battle
Watching the many Konoha ninja gradually approaching them.
The three of them looked at each other at the same time, forming hand seals and letting out a simultaneous shout:
"Ninjutsu — Hiding in Mist Technique!"
Under the combined application of the three, a large amount of thick mist covered the surroundings in the blink of an eye, spreading rapidly toward the periphery at a speed visible to the naked eye.
"Before the Mist Ninja forces arrive, our mission is to hold them back... or kill them!"
A gloomy voice sounded amidst the thick fog, followed immediately by a louder voice that echoed in all directions:
"Ninja of Konoha! Feel the terror from the Village Hidden in the Mist!!"
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Outside the Chunin Exam venue.
All the proctoring ninja, and all the Konoha Eleven except for Neji and Tenten, gathered here.
Watching the Third Hokage currently fighting Orochimaru, and the many Anbu ninja being suppressed by One-Tail Shukaku.
The faces of the Konoha Eleven all revealed looks of shock; having never experienced war, they could not imagine that the scene which had been peaceful just moments ago would suddenly plunge into the legendary chaos of battle.
"Kurenai! You lead these Genin to evacuate to a safe place; don't worry about the old man for now."
"We must suppress One-Tail Shukaku's actions first, otherwise if he charges into the center of Konoha, it will cause huge trouble!"
Asuma said with a heavy tone, at the same time glancing at Kakashi, who was standing to the side.
Kurenai was just about to say something, when Kakashi, standing to the side, supported his forehead and spoke with a helpless tone:
"Although I don't want to say it, the situation before us is indeed somewhat troublesome; protecting the Genin and attacking the Tailed Beast are both equally important tasks."
"That's right, they are the hope of Konoha!"
Might Guy nodded similarly to the side, giving a thumbs up and revealing a row of white teeth.
The words that had just reached Kurenai's lips were swallowed back down; she looked helplessly at the three of them, lowered her head to look at the Konoha Genin, and spoke with a gentle voice:
"Everyone, follow me for now and leave this place."
Hearing Kurenai's words, Shikamaru's eyes lit up.
However, when he saw Naruto standing not far ahead of him, looking as if he were about to speak.
Shikamaru's expression changed, and he hurriedly stepped forward, preparing to cover Naruto's mouth.
He had originally pretended to be caught in a genjutsu at the start, but ended up being woken up by this guy Naruto.
Now that they could finally leave this place, Shikamaru didn't want to have it ruined by Naruto again.
Unfortunately, Shikamaru was still a step too late; just as his hand was about to cover Naruto's mouth, Naruto's voice had already sounded beside everyone's ears.
"We are ninja now, not brats from the Ninja Academy, how can we run away at a time like this!"
Naruto looked at Kurenai and spoke excitedly.
After saying that, Naruto's gaze looked toward One-Tail Shukaku, who was currently fighting the Anbu, and his heart trembled deeply.
That guy named Gaara... is the same as me.
Shikamaru's hand stiffened in mid-air, then he pulled it back and "slap," covered his own face; he knew—it was over!
Sure enough, accompanying Naruto's words "how can we run away at a time like this," the faces of most of the Konoha Eleven revealed expressions of agreement.
"That's right, at such a critical time, how could I possibly run away, right Akamaru!"
Kiba Inuzuka glanced at Naruto, his face full of agreement.
Akamaru: "Woof! Woof!"
"That guy should be my opponent in the match; there is no such word as 'retreat without a fight' in my dictionary."
Sasuke raised his head to glance in the direction of One-Tail Shukaku, his tone filled with fighting spirit.
Seeing the expressions on the faces of the Konoha Eleven, Kurenai paused for a moment, then raised her head helplessly to look at Kakashi and the others.
Kakashi frowned slightly; just as he was about to say something, he suddenly raised his head and looked toward the front.
It wasn't just Kakashi; the gazes of Asuma and the others also focused there together.
Rustle!
Slow footsteps came from the front!
"Although we don't have the advantage, we must block you after all."
A smile hung on Kabuto's face as he appeared within Kakashi and the others' field of vision.
Appearing together with him were the Sand Ninja Baki, Temari, Kankuro, as well as some Sound Ninja and Sand Ninja.
Seeing this scene, everyone tensed up, while Naruto and the other Konoha Eleven looked at Kabuto with surprised expressions on their faces.
"You... why are you doing this?"
Naruto looked at Kabuto, his voice filled with doubt and anger.
"Childish." Kabuto gave Naruto a faint glance and spoke indifferently.
"Everyone, you want to leave now but you can't; the only option is to join the battle!"
Kurenai turned her head to look at the Konoha Eleven; although her voice was still gentle, her tone carried a unique firmness.
"Exactly my intention!"
Naruto and Sasuke looked at each other and shouted at the same time; except for Shikamaru, whose face revealed a troubled expression, and Hinata Hyuga, whose face carried a look of worry.
The other Konoha Eleven all looked as if they were itching for a fight.
Compared to the excitement on the faces of Naruto and the others, Kakashi, Asuma, and the others all had faces full of gravity.
The battle that followed was not a competition like the Chunin Exam; people would die!
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The sounds of successive explosions reached Jiraiya's ears, especially sensing that vast, evil power coming from the direction of Master Sarutobi.
That was Tailed Beast chakra!
The Sand Village actually released a Tailed Beast inside Konoha!
A cold color flashed through Jiraiya's eyes as he looked at the Sand Ninja forces below, which had already lost half their numbers under his attack and were in a rout.
All taken care of!
"Bunta!"
Jiraiya let out a soft shout; Gamabunta immediately understood the intent beneath his feet and aimed his mouth toward the direction of the Sand Ninja forces, suddenly opening it wide.
Fire Style: Toad Oil Flame Bullet!!
Under the combination of Jiraiya and Gamabunta's ninjutsu, a massive fire of oil covered the sky and earth, enveloping toward the Sand Ninja.
The range of this attack was simply too broad; even if the crowd of Sand Ninja wanted to escape, they couldn't make it out in time.
Moreover, the flames were mixed with toad oil, which even ordinary Water Release ninjutsu would find difficult to block.
Facing such an attack, the faces of all the Sand Ninja revealed expressions of despair.
Water Style: Bubble Jutsu!
Just then, a faint voice sounded beside everyone's ears.
Countless bubbles floated over from behind the Sand Ninja, forming a shield composed entirely of bubbles.
The scorching high temperature of the oil flame bullet continuously collided and exploded with the bubbles.
The explosion of each bubble could neutralize a portion of the oil flame bullet's power; it took quite a while for Jiraiya's ninjutsu to be completely neutralized.
Jiraiya raised his head and looked toward the rear of the Sand Ninja; a man wearing a water-blue robe, holding a flute in his hand, was standing quietly on a large tree.
"I originally thought the Sand Village would have some backup move, but looking at it now, you are really weak."
Utakata exchanged a glance with Jiraiya, then lowered his head to look at the Sand Ninja forces below, who wore panicked expressions, and spoke with a teasing tone.
"Sa... saved."
A Sand Ninja stammered, wiping the cold sweat from his forehead and letting out a breath of relief.
Jiraiya looked at the forehead protector worn on Utakata's head, and couldn't help but narrow his eyes.
Thinking of the words Kakashi had reminded him of in the office earlier, Jiraiya couldn't help but tremble inside.
Kakashi guessed right, but Konoha is in big trouble!
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