As a member of the Hokage, one dares not be a loyal subject of Konoha!

A thrilling match between the older players had just ended. Mitokado Enoki, with a slightly pale face, stood in stark contrast to Utatane Koharu, whose old face was filled with dissatisfaction. Even with such a loose defense, Mitokado Enoki couldn't break through; she was utterly useless.

After all, among the F4, Mitokado Homura was the weakest. Although Sarutobi was short and stocky, he could change size at will, which was very convenient. Danzo even had a cane.

Mitokado Yan is the only one who feels like she's going to die every time she has to deal with Koharu in the next room.

But there was no other way; they were partners who had been through thick and thin together. Whether this business would be profitable or not was thanks to the news brought back by Koharu Tsunemura.

"No less than ten million taels, and this is only the first batch."

When it came to profits, Mitokado Homura's face showed a smug look.

Ordinary people may not have a concept of this number, but as long as they know that Asuma, who later became an elite Jonin, had a bounty of 35 million ryo.

In comparison, ten million taels is quite a lot, especially considering this is only the first income.

Normally, he and Xiaochun would only earn a few million or a few million at a time, never exceeding ten million. This time, however, their business had truly taken off.

"How can there be so much? Did you switch out the first batch of supplies too?"

Koharu frowned, feeling that the number didn't match her expectations. They had been doing this kind of business for years and had long since figured out the pattern. The first batch of supplies was very important and easy to be discovered. They were experienced and wouldn't tamper with them. Mitokado Haru should also understand this principle.

"That's not true."

Mitokado Yan shook his head slightly.

This wasn't the first time he and Koharu Utatane had done something like smuggling war supplies. After all, they had the advantage of their positions, and anyone who dared to point out their mistakes would be suppressed by Sarutobi. Sarutobi himself turned a blind eye to such things, so the two of them had become quite experienced in doing it.

According to Koharu Utatane, Sarutobi is to be the main force in this war, so the Sarutobi clan's resources cannot be moved. However, Homura Mitokado is an ambitious person. According to Koharu Utatane, how much money can he make just by swindling Konoha's twin eyes?

Let's refine it further!

"The real money in our business isn't from the weapons, but from the military rations."

Mitokado Yan said with a profound and inscrutable expression.

"And on the battlefield, the pigs of the Akimichi clan consume the most ration pills."

"So I slightly adjusted the ratio of fresh and slightly past-date military rations, and made sure that there were at least two fresh ones in each bottle of military rations. This way, not only can the fighting strength of the Akimichi clan be guaranteed, but more military expenses can also be saved."

At this point, Mitokado Homura sighed softly:

"I've worried myself sick over Konoha!"

Of course, that's what they say, but this money wasn't saved for Konoha; it ended up in his and Koharu Utatane's pockets!

As for the Akimichi clan's secret techniques?

A hint of disdain flashed in Mitokado Yan's eyes.

Pigs are pigs; showing off all those soldiers and rations is a waste!

He never understood why the group most resembling a pig among the pig-like butterflies could be a butterfly.

However, after his explanation, Koharu Utatane, who only knew that she had made a lot of money, looked at him with admiration, which made Mitokado Homura feel a little uncomfortable.

With nothing else to do and the night still long, a second battle might be inevitable.

But Ushima Shinobu, who kicked open the door, clearly didn't give them that chance.

Feeling that it was a bit too much for his eyes, he ignored the angry roar of the respected elder and took him away with a wave of his hand.

These two are real parasites.

If they were enemies, they would gladly spare their lives so they could continue to wreak havoc on the village.

However, it's clear that Hinata Hijiro's actions this time were not intended to clean house for Konoha.

Although the Hyuga clan stayed behind to guard the rear, they would also go to the battlefield after their rotation. The supplies provided by the village were prepared by these two old bastards.

At that time, the Hyuga clan will probably have to rely on these inferior weapons and expired ration pills.

Anyone who plots against the Hyuga clan is committing suicide the moment they have such an idea!

Hyuga Hiroshi's actions in arresting people were very high-profile. He even had Ushima no Masashi pin them down at the village entrance, forcing them to kneel on the ground facing the village.

Predictably so.

When the sun rises the next day and the villagers see this scene, it will surely cause a huge uproar.

However, the uproar in the village was nothing compared to the turmoil on the front lines.

On the battlefield.

Border of the Land of Fire.

Danzo Shimura and Hiruzen Sarutobi exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with excitement!

"Just as I predicted! If we continue the attack, we may very well break through their defenses and completely cripple the Hidden Cloud Village and the Hidden Stone Village!"

The Sarutobi clan, the Shimura clan, and the main force of the Ino-Shika-Cho trio, led by the two, had already met the defensive line created by the Earth Release ninjas of Iwagakure, while the Uchiha clan on the other side successfully blocked the reinforcements from Kumogakure.

It can be said that as long as we put in a little more effort, it won't be a problem to completely defeat the Tsuchikage's side before the Uchiha can't hold on. Then we can go and besiege the Raikage, and victory will belong to Konoha!

Sarutobi will regain his stable position because of this war, and Danzo will be able to redeem himself!

Even Onoki, who was inside the defensive line at this moment, did not expect Konoha to be so decisive.

The reason is simple: he had fought against Konoha many times before and had seen through Hiruzen Sarutobi's character. He never expected that this attack would be so bold, a fight to the death without regard for the cost!

This is a completely different style from before. Gone is that hesitant spirit. Konoha is indeed a tough opponent.

"This Third Hokage does possess some of the charisma of his teacher, Tobirama Senju."

Inside the base, Onoki, who was organizing his subordinates to reinforce the defenses, had a slightly grim expression. He thought of the iron-blooded Hokage of Konoha and felt somewhat worried.

The Land of Earth's support troops haven't arrived yet, and it seems he really can't hold out for that long.

Seeing the new offensive coming, Onoki reluctantly considered retreating. The defense line couldn't hold on, and once it was breached, it would be difficult to close it again. If he retreated, the Raikage probably wouldn't be able to hold on either, and the situation of the war would be reversed instantly.

However, he underestimated the Fourth Kazekage. Rasa really didn't get involved in this war.

Well, it's also possible that he's gotten so caught up in fighting Shukaku lately that he hasn't paid attention to anything else.

"The defenses can't hold."

As a new offensive was about to begin, and the head of the Akimichi clan appeared at the forefront, Onoki's expression changed slightly.

Ultimately, the village of Iwagakure lacks a strong core force and has no bloodline races. Apart from his Dust Release, he only has two Jinchuriki to rely on.

But Lao Zi and Han are still with the support troops, and even if he gives it his all, he can't hold out for long.

Dust Release is very powerful, but it consumes a lot of chakra each time it's used. If you also strain your back...

With this in mind, even though he was unwilling, Onoki knew that retreat was the best option.

With a slight sigh, he gazed ahead with resentment and slowly spoke.

"Retreat? Wait a minute!"

Just as he was about to give the order, Tsuchikage suddenly paused, quickly picked up his binoculars, and then focused intently on looking over.

It seems there's something wrong in Konoha!

Within his limited perspective, Onoki discovered something strange.

He watched as Akimichi Choza gulped down a bottle of soldier pills to replenish his strength, then used the Multiply Technique to transform into a giant, intending to crush Iwagakure's defenses in one fell swoop.

Onoki has seen this scene countless times recently, but there's no one in Iwagakure who can stop him except him. If he goes up there, he'll be restrained, so it's really not a good situation.

However, Onoki noticed a strange phenomenon. Just as Akimichi Choza was about to succeed, his expression suddenly changed, and he pressed his huge hand firmly against his lower abdomen, then bent over.

Poof~!

boom!

Bu~

boom!

A strange substance mixed with an unknown gas caused the enlarged version of Akimichi Choza's anus to explode. The Sarutobi clan members who were charging behind him were immediately thrown to the ground. The gas swept across the entire area with the help of the wind, and the Konoha ninjas fell to the ground one by one, convulsing. Some even foamed at the mouth and stopped breathing!

Damn it?

Onoki was taken aback. To be on the safe side, he looked over again, but when all the Akimichi clan members couldn't help but clutch their stomachs, the whole battlefield became quite comical.

His gaze, by chance, met that of the furious Shimura Danzo. Looking at Danzo's mouth, Onoki, who had a slight understanding of lip reading, slowly opened his mouth and translated Danzo's words.

"Akimichi Choza, you son of a bitch, aren't you? Um...did you eat...eat shit?"

Indeed, there's probably only one explanation for such a pungent smell!

The situation in war is always changing rapidly.

Onoki is clearly not the kind of person who sees an opportunity but fails to seize it and ends up missing out.

Over the years, the Tsuchikage has proven his abilities with his own methods, and no one in the entire Iwagakure village dares to disagree.

So when he saw the chaos on Konoha's side, he immediately ordered the remaining Iwagakure ninja to break through the defense line, turning defense into offense. He himself also flew out, intending to give it one last shot.

However, judging from the results, Konoha's performance surprised Onoki.

It seemed that apart from the Sarutobi clan, the weapons of these people were all somewhat problematic. For a moment, he thought that the Raikage had used some kind of trick behind his back to cause this situation.

This is a golden opportunity!

The Akimichi clan suddenly suffered a setback. The inferior quality of their weapons and equipment after the new round of attacks made Konoha's offensive extremely weak. Everyone was fighting in a chaotic melee, and the offensive that was originally unbearable was suddenly evenly matched.

Sarutobi and Danzo turned green at the sight. He remembered his other two partners and rushed to his clansmen to check their weapons and equipment.

Good news: No corners were cut.

Bad news: No corners were cut!

Throughout the battlefield, the leaders of various ninja clans gazed intently at their revered Third Hokage, recalling how Hiruzen Sarutobi had pleaded with them to trust him as he embarked on his journey once more before making their desperate gamble.

We treated you with sincerity, and this is how you report on us?

What exactly do you want to do, Third Generation?

Is this a ploy to use the Hidden Cloud Village and the Hidden Stone Village as weapons to eliminate these loyalists who support the Hokage?

There's nothing we can do about it. Everyone else's weapons and equipment are terrible, except for your Sarutobi clan, which are of high quality and quantity. Doesn't that say something?

So this is definitely bad news for the Third Hokage!

To die!

He needs to set an example now if he doesn't want to be overwhelmed by his angry supporters.