As for the others, there were definitely some who were dissatisfied with Uchiha Yoichi's actions, but they wouldn't show it now.
Moreover, the Ninja Village doesn't have the habit of making ninjas returning from missions hand over their spoils, except the Amber Purifying Pot is particularly important as it is specially used to seal Tailed Beasts and can hold a lot of things. Previously, the Hidden Cloud Village used the Amber Purifying Pot to transport war supplies.
This ninja tool, when combined with the Heavenly Transfer Jutsu, is practically space transmission.
Once Uchiha Yoichi masters the Reanimation Jutsu, the first thing he will do is reanimate Mabum.
On Orochimaru's side, the victory was also significant. It was originally a selection of targeted ninjas, and many preparations were made, and finally, Hatake Sakumo also rushed to assist; out of eleven elite Hidden Cloud Ninjas, not a single one was left alive.
This mission was unexpectedly completed, leaving only the Third Generation Raikage from their group escaping, and he left behind an arm.
"Everyone, the mission is completed successfully. After recovering some Chakra, we will set off. Mr. Kiichiro, please help treat the others later, and if the Chakra is insufficient, just do a simple treatment."
Hatake Sakumo said, simple treatment means not using the Mystical Palm Jutsu, just stop the bleeding and bandage it for now. But it seems that only Uchiha Yoichi is severely injured.
Kiichiro said, "I'm sorry, Jonin Yoichi's injuries can only be alleviated to this extent. Captain Sakumo, it's better to send Jonin Yoichi back to Konoha."
"I understand, then let's rest for ten minutes and set off immediately."
After speaking, Hatake Sakumo distributed Soldier Pills, and meanwhile collected Mabum's body and the hand of the Third Generation Raikage. After everyone took the Soldier Pills, they sat quietly to recover their Chakra.
After a good rest, Hatake Sakumo's group prepared to head towards Konoha, but Uchiha Yoichi still couldn't move. Although he looked fine on the outside, there were multiple burns internally.
If it weren't for the Ninja Battle Suit's high-temperature resistance, Uchiha Yoichi wouldn't have any clothes to wear now.
Thus, Hatake Sakumo carried Uchiha Yoichi on his back to hurry on their way, and left the Amber Purifying Pot with Orochimaru, who assured with a smile that he would personally hand it over upon returning.
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Upon returning to Konoha, Hatake Sakumo first took Uchiha Yoichi to the hospital for treatment, and then went with Orochimaru to the Hokage Building to report the mission.
As soon as Hatake Sakumo returned, Sarutobi Hiruzen received the news. By the time they arrived at the Hokage Building, the Konoha higher-ups were already gathered.
After the two entered the Hokage Office, Sarutobi Hiruzen asked, "Sakumo, how did the mission go? Why did you come back so suddenly?"
According to the mission requirements, they should have been delaying the Hidden Cloud Squad led by the Third Generation Raikage, so why were they back in just three days?
Due to the lack of manpower in Anbu, and also because there were communication ninjas in Hatake Sakumo's squad, Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't send Anbu to follow and relay messages, which resulted in him being completely unaware that Hatake Sakumo changed the mission midway.
If he had known, he might have sent a message to stop them, as it was too dangerous.
Hatake Sakumo said, "The mission is completed, Lord Hokage. The Hidden Cloud Squad of the Third Generation Raikage, apart from the Third Generation Raikage escaping with a broken arm, everyone else died in battle. We preserved all eleven bodies."
"What? How did the mission go?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen, upon hearing this, thought he had misheard and quickly asked again; and not just him, but Utatane Koharu, Mitokado Homura, and Danzo in the room also looked incredulous.
They had only asked Hatake Sakumo and Orochimaru to delay the Third Generation Raikage, but you actually went above and beyond? You killed them, and even forced the Third Generation Raikage to flee with a broken arm?
Hatake Sakumo repeated, "After the Third Generation Raikage's arm was cut off, Mabum of the Hidden Cloud transmitted him away. Apart from him, the remaining eleven Hidden Cloud Ninjas are all here."
He then took out a Storage Scroll containing the bodies of the eleven Hidden Cloud Ninjas. Orochimaru and the others tried to preserve the integrity of the bodies when killing them, as a lot of intelligence could be gathered from them.
Upon seeing the Storage Scroll, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but believe Hatake Sakumo's words, and asked seriously, "Explain the mission details, Sakumo."
"Yes, Third Lord, actually, the task change was suggested by Uchiha Yoichi. After analyzing intelligence and team discussions..."
Hatake Sakumo slowly recounted the mission process, basically replicating the situation during the mission.
From changing the mission target, to making plans, discovering the group of the Third Generation Raikage, and finally splitting the battlefield to complete the mission objectives.
The only pity is that there was no supporting follow, even having only a Ninja Corps following them, they would have been sure to keep the Third Generation Raikage if they could arrive within half an hour.
Slaying a village's Kage would greatly blow the enemy's morale.
Unfortunately, the initial decision was wrong, too conservative.
Sarutobi Hiruzen also felt a bit of regret, but now that things have passed, regret serves no purpose.
Danzo asked, "Mr. Hatake, you mentioned Uchiha Yoichi used a Ninjutsu similar to a Forbidden Technique, what was that Forbidden Technique?"
Hatake Sakumo shook his head and replied, "I don't know, sorry Elder Danzo, I am not deeply versed in Ninjutsu research, I just thought it might have something to do with Fire Release."
After all, the Uchiha clan is known for playing with Fire Release, so he spoke in that direction, especially since it was Danzo who asked. If Third Hokage wasn't present, Hatake Sakumo might not have bothered to answer at all.
"Well done, no, exceptionally well, Sakumo, Orochimaru."
Sarutobi Hiruzen said solemnly, the mission's outcomes surpassed his expectations. Annihilating eleven Hidden Cloud Ninjas and forcing the Third Generation Raikage to escape with a broken arm.
Although the Third Generation Raikage's escape may lead to Konoha not being let off, potentially leading to war with Konoha, this outcome was previously anticipated.
The opponent had already attacked and robbed twice, if they didn't retaliate, the Hidden Cloud would get bolder, and it would also attract dissatisfaction from the Daimyo's Mansion of the Land of Fire.
"As for Uchiha Yoichi, all participants of this mission will be credited with a great merit. The outcomes of this mission exceeded my expectations, and it was also due to my inadequate anticipation."
Dubbed as the strongest spear and shield, the Third Generation Raikage losing an arm so easily was something Sarutobi Hiruzen hadn't expected, he even considered having Anbu investigate, to find out who gave this strongest spear and shield title?
Even the so-called strongest Kazekage, the Third Generation Kazekage, he recalled was self-proclaimed by the Hidden Sand Village.
"Teacher Sarutobi, there's one more thing."
Orochimaru spoke, "The resources plundered the previous two times have also been seized back, although they are inside the Amber Purifying Pot now, Uchiha Yoichi demanded it, and after taking out Konoha's resources from it, I will return the Amber Purifying Pot to him."
"I object."
Upon hearing the name Amber Purifying Pot, Danzo immediately spoke, "According to intelligence, this is the Six Paths Ninja Tool specifically used by the Hidden Cloud Village for transporting strategic materials and has also been used to seal Tailed Beasts. The strategic value of this ninja tool far exceeds its value in personal hands, I believe it should be handed over to the village."
"Elder Danzo, the village has no such precedent, the arm of the Third Generation Raikage was taken down by Mr. Yoichi."
Orochimaru shook his head and chuckled slightly, "Also, this was entrusted to me by Mr. Yoichi to keep, if I hand it over to the village, he might come directly to take it back. I do not want to fight with Konoha Lightning Fang."
Hearing Uchiha Yoichi's name, Danzo was instantly filled with anger, that sinister Uchiha, one day he would...
"Hiruzen, Koharu, Homura, what do you think should be done?"
Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura remained silent, the value of this ninja tool is significant, handing it over to the village seems justified; but technically, the village has no right to demand it, and Uchiha Yoichi is a typical hardliner from that clan, and he just made a major contribution.
Sarutobi Hiruzen lit his pipe, took a puff, and then spoke to Orochimaru, "Orochimaru, hand over the resources in the Amber Purifying Pot to the logistics department, then do as you please; Sakumo, regarding your achievements, I'll discuss with Koharu, Homura, and Danzo, and then inform the village."
"Understood, Third Lord."
"Yes, Teacher Sarutobi!"