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Resets Weekly! [Monday]
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After the combat meeting was over, everyone immediately left The Hokage Building and began to make intensive arrangements.
Orochimaru walked up to Satoru Hyūga and gave a hoarse - voiced smile.
"Congratulations, Satoru Hyūga."
"Congratulations to me? What the hell for?"
Satoru Hyūga gave him a disdainful look.
"I can tell that your body seems to have evolved again. Compared to before, your vitality has become even more vigorous."
This Orochimaru really has a sharp eye.
Satoru Hyūga couldn't help but mutter to himself secretly.
He had just upgraded to lv4, and right after that, Orochimaru noticed it.
However, he now had nothing to fear. With lv4 Electromagnetic Force, there weren't many people in Konoha Village stronger than him.
"Lord Orochimaru, we're about to head to the Sand ninja battlefield. As the commander-in-chief, I hope you'll take on more responsibilities."
Satoru Hyūga casually flattered him.
"Of course. I'm also curious about who's better between Satoru Hyūga's Magnet Release and the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa."
Orochimaru said with a beaming smile.
Satoru Hyūga's face showed a strange expression. His good buddy Rasa was probably still looking for him all over the world, right?
If Rasa knew that the one who had tricked him was in Konoha Village's camp, would he be so angry that he'd vomit blood directly?
Immediately afterwards, Satoru Hyūga didn't intend to stay. After a simple farewell, he left The conference room.
Orochimaru stared deeply at his back.
"Satoru Hyūga has changed..."
He murmured in a voice that only he could hear.
In the past, although Satoru Hyūga wasn't afraid of him, he always had a hint of guard when contacting him. Although it was well - hidden, Orochimaru could still feel it.
But now, that sense of guard was gone.
Both his words and actions were full of casualness and nonchalance.
This was the scariest thing.
Orochimaru couldn't help but become curious. Was it just a physical evolution that gave him so much confidence?
After returning home, Satoru Hyūga simply did some pre - battle preparations.
Because of the upcoming war, the atmosphere in the whole Konoha Village was quite solemn. There were almost no pedestrians on the streets. In the Hyūga clan's territory, some clan members could be seen hurriedly replenishing the supplies for the war.
Satoru Hyūga thought for a while.
He wrapped himself in a quilt and took a nap.
It wasn't that he didn't want to prepare for the war, but there really wasn't much to prepare.
His ability had been upgraded to the nanoscale. With a clap of his hands, he could summon whatever he wanted.
What's there to prepare for the war?
In comparison, it was better to get enough rest. He had led the Tōdo troops on a wild - goose chase the whole night yesterday. Although the physical tempering of lv4 made him energetic.
However, after staying up all night, it was most important to take this opportunity to have a good sleep and replenish his depleted energy and spirit.
After a short nap, there was a knock on the door.
He performed Open Gate, and it was a messenger ninja sent by Minato Namikaze.
The main force had assembled and was ready to depart.
When he walked to the entrance of Konoha Village, he could see a vast army of ninjas. Although there were only a few thousand in total, they managed to create an imposing presence as if there were tens of thousands.
During this period, there were only a little over 10,000 registered ninja in Konoha, with the majority being Genin.
Don't underestimate this number. Konoha ranks first among ninja villages!
After being the Aniki for so long, Konoha still has its foundation.
As soon as Satoru Hyūga walked into the troops of ninja, he saw a familiar figure in the crowd waving at him.
"Satoru! Over here, over here..."
Anko looked quite different.
Satoru Hyūga smiled. After all, the commander - in - chief of this troop was Orochimaru, so it was normal for Anko to be here.
Beside them, Uchiha Rin was standing with her arms folded across her chest, looking at him proudly.
"Satoru, you still love being late!"
"Sorry, I overslept a bit."
Satoru Hyūga scratched his head awkwardly and said.
As soon as he finished speaking, the ninja around him suddenly widened their eyes, suspecting that they had misheard.
Overslept?
Are you serious?
Do you think we're going on a spring outing? This is a war!
How could you fall asleep?
At your age, how can you just fall asleep during a war?
Uchiha Rin, probably already used to Satoru's ways, just lowered her head slightly and let out a helpless sigh.
"By the way, this is the first time our Team 3 has reunited, right?"
Satoru Hyūga looked a bit melancholy.
Since the last team - assignment, they hadn't gathered together for a long time.
"Yeah! It's a pity that Teacher Shibi is still in the Anbu ninja. Otherwise, our Team 3 would be completely assembled."
Anko nodded and replied with a smile.
After the small talk, the large troop started to set off.
They marched mightily towards the battlefield.
Due to the large number of ninja, they were divided into several formations. Satoru Hyūga and his comrades were in the first formation led by Orochimaru. Behind them was the second formation, and there was also a medical support troop led by Tsunade.
Sunagakure was very cunning.
Knowing that Wind Release would be restrained by Konoha's Fire Release in a group battle, they deliberately chose the battlefield near the Land of Rain.
Although the Hokage didn't use Fire Release, the most commonly used technique among Konoha's ninja was still Fire Release.
In the Land of Rain, it rained all year round. The high humidity in the surrounding air would weaken the Fire Release to some extent.
In this way, the advantage of fire restraining wind might not be so obvious.
Konoha could naturally see through Sunagakure's plan, but since the other side chose to launch an attack near the Land of Rain, they could only brace themselves for the war.
As the large troop kept moving forward.
They had gradually left the territory of the Land of Fire. In the field of vision, they could see a dark country in the distance. Because it was constantly shrouded in gloomy rain and there was no sunlight.
From afar, the scene seemed to have changed.
Gloomy, heavy, dark...
The Land of Rain, a country that was always crying.
Because of its special geographical location, it could hardly escape any war. During the Second Great Ninja War, there was even the strange sight of three major ninja villages fighting in its territory.
This special environment also made the name of the Demi - God well - known.
Hanzō of Amegakure, a man who bestowed the title of Sannin.
Orochimaru slowed down and stared wistfully at the perpetually rainy country.
His thoughts drifted back many years ago. At that time, he had just become a Jonin and was fighting with Jiraiya and Tsunade against that man.
They lost the fight.
But the opponent didn't kill them. Instead, he bestowed upon them the title of Sannin.
As they continued to grow, the name of the Sannin resounded throughout the ninja world.
Have to say, this move was really sneaky.
At that time, they were not fully developed; at most, they were in their growth stage, while Hanzō was already at his peak.
How could they possibly fight?
Later, they evolved into their fully - developed forms, their strength increased greatly, and their prestige also soared.
Even now, whenever someone mentions the Sannin, they can't help but think of the man behind them, the demigod Hanzō who gave them the title of Sannin!
Orochimaru felt extremely frustrated and wondered if he should call Jiraiya and Tsunade to fight Hanzō again.
Tsunade probably couldn't participate because of her blood phobia. So it would be just him and Jiraiya, and she could be the cheerleader.
Satoru Hyūga stared into the distance at the perpetually rainy country, also feeling a bit melancholy.
He couldn't help but sigh.
「With such an abundant water resource, it's really suitable for growing rice!」
???
His off - the - wall comment instantly drew everyone's attention.
Growing rice? What on earth is he talking about?
「It's a pity the service is too good. They have to bring it right to your doorstep.」
Satoru Hyūga pursed his lips.
Next to him, the others clearly didn't get his meaning.
Uchiha Rin's mouth twitched slightly. She thought she could usually follow Satoru Hyūga's train of thought, but now she was completely lost.
Growing rice? Deliver the goods to the customer's door?
Did he find being a ninja not exciting enough and now planned to enter the business world?
Satoru - Rin Rice Planting Co., Ltd.?
She was considering whether to give Satoru Hyūga some start - up capital.
Of course, Satoru Hyūga had no idea what she was thinking.
He frowned slightly and sank into deep thought.
The Third Shinobi World War was a turning point. It was also the beginning of Madara's scheme. Since then, Nagato and Tenten carried rice around.
Satoru Hyūga was thinking.
Should he cut down his rice plants in advance?