Chapter 76: ch75
"When will we send people to support the Uzumaki Country?"
Uchiha Tomita naturally thought that Konoha should send support to the Uzumaki Country. The number one ally was so loyal and took the lead in charging. As the leader, Konoha couldn't leave them hanging.
Although the Uzumaki clan and the Senju clan have a good relationship, and Konoha's Hokage has been replaced by Uchiha, Uchiha Nan wouldn't take advantage of the situation.
If the Uzumaki clan sheds their last drop of blood for Konoha while Konoha stands by, then can Konoha still consider itself honorable?
Uchiha Nan didn't rush to express his opinion after hearing this. He contemplated how to deal with the Uzumaki clan.
Allowing the Uzumaki clan to be exterminated like in the original story was not an option. Uchiha Nan had pride and couldn't do something so shameless.
However, given the close relationship between the Uzumaki clan and Konoha, they were practically one entity. It might be better to merge them directly. After all, Konoha's territory was vast, and the surrounding lands belonged to Konoha, which could accommodate the Uzumaki clan.
But this matter needed to be approached slowly, not rushed.
"Let the situation develop a bit. The Uzumaki clan won't be defeated so easily. They must have something to rely on if they're daring to act."
"Send a team to investigate the situation first. If they can't hold on any longer, be ready to support them at any time."
Offering help when it's truly needed is more valuable than superficial support. Uchiha Nan wouldn't rush into action; he wanted the Uzumaki clan to ask for help first.
Uchiha Tomita nodded and prepared a battle plan according to Uchiha Nan's strategy.
After Uchiha Tomita left, Uchiha Nan planned to immediately notify Nara Shikato, who was still in the Land of Fire, that the futures plan would be accelerated again.
The fighting had already started in the Hidden Mist Village. The price of pig iron might rise by one or two times. So far, Uchiha Nan had invested more than 5 billion in total, except for the 4 billion he initially acquired at a low price and the 700 to 800 million he slowly added later.
This time, the profits would come from the nobles and big businessmen of the Land of Fire. The more you invest, the more you earn!
The news of the conflict would reach the Land of Fire in a day or two at most. Those merchants and nobles would likely raise the price like hungry wolves.
Uchiha Nan couldn't give them this opportunity. He had to raise the price in advance and let them acquire high-priced chips!
Kirigakure Battlefield
Hozuki Gengetsu looked at the chaotic port, nearly breaking his teeth in frustration. His carefully planned raid was ruined.
The damn Uzumaki clan had taken advantage of the night to approach Kirigakure's port with small boats. Each carried detonating tags and kerosene. Upon seeing the ships, they charged and became self-destructing infantry.
Kirigakure reacted quickly, attempting to stop them immediately, but after striking the Uzumaki ninjas, they turned into smoke!
Damn, they were all clones!
The clones had traveled a long distance to Kirigakure without disappearing due to chakra exhaustion. The Uzumaki clan had immense chakra reserves.
The Uzumaki clan had learned the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique from Senju Tobirama. This technique was truly suitable for them. Their goal was clear: attack the warships. If a clone died, it only transferred part of the damage back to the main body. The Uzumaki clan was resilient enough to survive even bombings.
The Uzumaki clan had a way to die honorably, and they actually dared to provoke Kirigakure.
"How is the rescue of the warships proceeding?"
Hozuki asked the Kirigakure ninja beside him. This was crucial to the overall strategy of attacking Konoha.
Money, manpower, and supplies were almost ready. The arrow was on the string and had to be shot. They couldn't give up over this small setback.
"The tactics of the Uzumaki ninjas were too despicable. We were caught off guard. Four decks of the warship were burned. It will take some time to repair them now!"
"Repair the warships at all costs. The delay can't be prolonged!"
Hozuki clutched his head and issued the order. It would cost a lot to repair these ships. If they wanted to speed up repairs, there was a solution.
Add more money!
Once the money was in place, the speed of repair would increase.
"Boss, do you want to retaliate?"
"That small Uzumaki Country actually dared to provoke Kirigakure; it's a matter of life and death!"
Biwa Juzo carried a beheading sword on his back, speaking with reluctance. As an elite carefully selected by Hozuki Gengetsu, he had obtained the beheading sword and was named among the Seven Ninja Swordsmen.
This attack on Konoha was meant to make achievements and gain fame.
Before even reaching Konoha Village, they were ambushed and suffered heavy losses. As a rookie, he was very unwilling.
"Yes, boss, you can't let it go. I want to capture these Uzumaki ninjas alive and then execute them one by one!"
Kuriarare Kushimaru held a needle-like longsword, assisting from the side. Under Kirigakure's twisted selection process, his psychology had been distorted, and he enjoyed torturing enemies for fun. The Uzumaki ninjas' actions had danced into his minefield.
"Yes, yes."
The rest of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen expressed their opinions, planning to deal with the Uzumaki clan first.
"Okay, quiet down!"
Hozuki was annoyed by the noise and looked helplessly at these unruly youths. They were proud of their ninja swords, each possessing unique skills. Only the Mizukage could suppress them; they didn't take others seriously.
They truly thought fighting was a joke. Konoha likely received information about the Hidden Mist Village's attack through the Land of Whirlpools. The Uzumaki clan wouldn't dare act without informing Konoha.
If they retaliated like this, what if there was an ambush?
"Mr. Mizukage, the information from Iwagakure that you've been waiting for has arrived!"
A Mist Ninja hurriedly approached Hozuki with the information. Hozuki immediately became alert upon hearing about Iwagakure.
After reading it, Hozuki's face displayed anger.
Tsuchikage Mu, the mummy, planned to attack Konoha at this time, almost at the same time he chose!
Konoha now had a new Hokage, and a member of the Uchiha clan led. The internal situation must be unstable. The Senju clan wouldn't allow the Uchiha to integrate village forces smoothly.
Attacking Konoha now would definitely provide an advantage. His old enemy, Tsuchikage Mu, obviously had the same thought.
Now Konoha was on alert. Sneak attacking Konoha as originally planned would be difficult. Repairing the warships would take time.
Should he let Tsuchikage Mu take advantage of Konoha in vain?
Hozuki couldn't accept this reality. His mortal enemy, Tsuchikage Mu, would gain benefits, while he suffered losses. The next time they met, he'd be mocked.
Thinking of this, Hozuki Gengetsu quickly changed his strategy. If he couldn't weaken Konoha further, weakening Iwagakure would be sufficient.
Since he couldn't attack Konoha, he'd raid Iwagakure. Tsuchikage Mu would never expect this.
In the First Ninja World War, Konoha and Kumogakure fought extensively, suffering great losses. He and Iwagakure kept low profiles. If he let Iwagakure take advantage of Konoha again, Iwagakure would rise significantly in the future.
It was settled: pretend to attack Konoha, then circle around to strike Iwagakure!
I can't beat Konoha, but can't I beat you, Iwagakure?
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