While Konoha was holding a high-level pre-war meeting, an old war lover was studying the maps of the shinobi world, frowning from time to time.
"It's so exciting, so exciting!"
Madara let out a long breath, regretting that he could not participate in this war.
As a combat maniac, Madara had never witnessed a conflict of this magnitude.
The entire shinobi world was in turmoil. The five great shinobi villages, and even the smaller ones, had risen up in arms, as if the entire world was about to come to a boil.
Even in the Sengoku Period, when the first five Kage unified their respective nations, battles did not encompass the entire shinobi world.
A war in which a single village challenges the entire shinobi world… Even for Madara, this was something unheard of and, at the same time, exciting.
"What a pity, what a pity..." Madara shook his head. "In this prosperous era, I can only watch from the sidelines. I really want to help Kazuki win the war!"
The whirlpool-headed White Zetsu glanced at Madara furtively.
"Is it still impossible to penetrate Kazuki's newest base?" Madara asked as he saw the white Zetsu.
"I really don't know how this kid managed to start a world-wide war. He doesn't even have the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan! He's bolder than I was when I was younger."
Madara was worried.
"Madara-sama, we cannot enter the secret factory that Kazuki established." The whirlwind-headed White Zetsu shook his head. "It is surrounded by a barrier, and our infiltration technique does not work. Furthermore, the entrance is guarded by Uchiha Yashiro, who verifies the sealing technique with a special chakra that each member of the Root possesses. We cannot imitate that technique."
At Kazuki's request, the construction of the Tobirama series of weapons is extremely strict.
Uchiha Madara, who used to be able to observe all channels in the shinobi world through the White Zetsu TV, was finally kicked out of the live broadcast room...
"However, now we can see that the shinobi of Konoha seem to be setting up some bombs with very strange shapes." The whirlpool-headed White Zetsu carefully reported what he saw and heard.
Madara shook his head. "What use are these little gadgets? This is a war, a war that has never been seen before!"
"You must keep a close eye on Kazuki, prevent accidents, and don't let his life be in danger. This is your most important task!" Madara ordered, standing up as he began pacing back and forth impatiently.
He looked like a worried father, wanting his son to succeed, but not too successful either…
Madara had expected Kazuki to be shocked by the war, understanding that the chains of hatred were impossible to break and that only the Infinite Tsukuyomi could bring peace...
But Kazuki was too extreme, and even Madara was shocked.
With only three tomoe, even with some special talents, he actually declared war on the entire shinobi world!
Even Madara is not optimistic about the future of Konoha in this war.
But fortunately, as long as Kazuki is saved and Uchiha Obito helps him, the Moon Eye Plan will succeed!
Madara felt a little relieved and helpless when he thought of this.
The more brutal Konoha's defeat was, the more intense the emotion Kazuki would experience, increasing his chances of awakening the Mangekyo Sharingan.
And when Konoha was defeated, Kazuki's anger would make it easier for him to agree to join the Eye of the Moon Plan.
Madara sighed. "Really, what a contradiction..."
"On one hand, I want Kazuki to miraculously defeat the shinobi world. On the other, I wish for him to be struck by reality and join my cause quickly…"
"But no matter what…"
"This war deserves my full attention." he muttered as his deep gaze fixed in the direction of Konoha.
With Kazuki's abilities, how far could he take this weak village in the midst of such a desperate crisis? Would he stop at the first obstacle, or would he manage to stay on his feet, albeit with difficulty?
For someone like Madara, his strategy still depended on direct confrontation between the strongest.
What he didn't know was that this new era shinobi war was about to give him a small, but powerful surprise...
Perhaps for someone with the power level of the Eternal Mangekyo, Kazuki's war preparations can only bring some minor problems.
But in terms of efficiency in eliminating enemies during a large-scale war, it is no worse than the effect of the full Susanoo!
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Konoha Prison.
Hiruzen sat next to his old friend, watching him eagerly devour a lunch that wasn't particularly good. There was a hint of pity in his gaze.
Over the past year, Danzo had only had access to the blandest of foods. His body was so emaciated that he barely resembled the man he once was.
The Darkness of the Shinobi that used to make people feel terrified at first sight is now no different from a homeless person on the street.
"Danzo, the village is going to fight, come with me to the front line..." Hiruzen patted his shoulder. "This time, Konoha is facing the entire shinobi world. The other four large shinobi villages, along with some small villages, have formed an alliance. They will attack us soon."
"You and I will take care of the front against Sunagakure. I will assign you some elite troops so that you can redeem yourself in combat. Survive, Danzo."
Danzo finished his meal with obvious satisfaction, only to be completely stunned by what he had just heard.
"What do you mean? The entire shinobi world? What the hell did you do to run Konoha so poorly?!"
Danzo's shock was evident. He couldn't believe that his absence of just over a year had left the village in such a desperate situation.
He was now sure that without him the village would have collapsed long ago.
"Hiruzen, with a situation like this, it's time to take extreme measures. We need to resort to the forbidden techniques."
Danzo glared at him and added, "How could you have allowed Konoha's diplomatic relations to reach this point? When this war is over, you will have to resign! You will be held accountable to the entire village."
Even while locked up in prison, Danzo maintained his defiant attitude towards Hiruzen, openly criticizing him.
Hiruzen, however, remained calm and nodded serenely. "Don't worry, we will use advanced strategies in this war… But remember, Danzo: you must follow orders at all times. Your task is to accumulate merits and prove that you can be a true Konoha shinobi."
Danzo snorted coldly. "Let me lead the troops. This war requires decisive decisions, something you could never handle."
"The overall commander will be Uchiha Kazuki, Danzo." Hiruzen looked at him deeply, almost as if he wanted to warn him of something. "So, behave yourself."
Hearing that name, Danzo's face tightened. A pang ran through his empty right eye and his mutilated arm seemed to ache again.
Use this aberration created from Tobirama-sensei's cells to suppress me again!
It's like getting hit and then getting some candy to numb the pain.
Suppressing his hatred and fury, Danzo nodded silently. He left the prison with Hiruzen, but in his mind he had already made up his mind: When this war was over, he would show no more mercy. He would make sure to settle the score with Hiruzen.
In his mind he was already visualizing the scene: he would lock Hiruzen in the same prison, giving him even less food than he had received.
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Front line against Kirigakure.
"Kazuki-sama, I've detected enemy scouts! They're about to enter the minefield!" Hizashi reported, his Byakugan thoroughly scanning the area in front of him.
In this unprecedented war, even the Hyuga clan could not maintain their aloof attitude towards Konoha. They sent their elite forces to the front, including members of the main branch, breaking with their custom of relegating the branch to such tasks.
However, the Hyuga clan's attitude remained remarkably conservative. Other clans sent their best talents to join Kazuki's forces. Meanwhile, the Hyuga sent Hizashi with a small group from the branch, while the core members headed to the front lines of the battle against Sunagakure under Hiruzen's orders.
The message was clear: No matter who it is, the Hyuga clan only answers to the Hokage.
Even then, their involvement was minimal compared to other clans, despite their considerable size.
This attitude raised doubts: While most of the Konoha shinobi were united, willing to fight until the last drop of blood against enemy villages, why were the Hyuga already thinking about minimizing their losses?
Were they seeking to protect themselves so that, in case Konoha fell, they would have enough power to negotiate with its new owner?
"Well done, Hizashi..." Kazuki did not hesitate to praise. "Your eyes are no worse than those of the main family. Work hard for Konoha."
"The will of fire will not treat any shinobi who dedicates himself to Konoha unfairly."
Hizashi looked happy and nodded repeatedly. "Kazuki-sama, all the members of the Hyuga clan on the Kiri front will give their all for you!"
"What are you talking about, Hizashi..." Kazuki shook his head. "Not for me, but for Konoha."
Hizashi grinned but did not say much.
Deep down, after seeing Kazuki's achievements in sealing techniques, he had placed all his hopes for freedom in Kazuki.
A caged bird... could finally fly free.
Hizashi believes that as long as he makes enough contributions and offers his full loyalty to Kazuki, Kazuki will notice!
In the Root environment, where rewards were proportional to achievements, Hizashi was confident that his dedication would pay off.
Furthermore, Kazuki took an open approach towards members of the root who wished to learn new techniques.
This environment pushed Hizashi to commit himself like never before. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Especially now that the main branch remained indifferent and trying to protect themselves, while Kazuki and Konoha's intentions remained hidden...
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