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This fact was unacceptable to the Ape Demon, and it was simply impossible for him to accept it.
Only Enma and Hiruzen Sarutobi know how deep their bond is, and that's why they trust each other completely.
But now, I actually...
At this moment, the ape demon's mental state collapsed, and the enormous shock drove it into a state of madness.
Suddenly, the ape demon went mad, weeping as it repeatedly pounded its chest with both hands, producing a loud, drum-like sound, while letting out a shrill roar.
"Ah! Ah! Ah!"
"No, that's not true, that's not true!"
"It's you, it must be you!"
"Chen Anxia, I will definitely kill you, I definitely will!"
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Amidst the piercing roars, the three ANBU members unleashed their furious and all-out ninjutsu attacks.
The Monkey King, having endured the full force of the resentful ninjutsu attacks from three Anbu ninjas, vanished in a puff of smoke.
Upon seeing this, the three members of the Dark Guard knew that the time for the summoning spell had come, and the Ape Demon had returned to its own territory.
The territory where the Ape Demon resides is not a place that the three members of the Dark Guard can set foot in.
They also knew that their ninjutsu attacks could not kill the ape demon with its indestructible body.
However, despite their reluctance, they had no choice but to give up in the face of the ape demon returning to its own territory.
Before long, news of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, dying in battle spread rapidly among the high-ranking officials of Konoha.
Konoha's Anbu Training Department - Root Base.
The leader of Root, Danzo Shimura, a ninja from the same era as Hiruzen Sarutobi, also learned of this news.
Not only that, Danzo Shimura also learned the detailed facts, that Hiruzen Sarutobi died at the hands of Enma.
Because Shimura Danzo and Sarutobi Hiruzen were teammates and worked together for so long, Shimura Danzo was very clear about the bond between Sarutobi Hiruzen and Enma.
Therefore, Danzo Shimura knew that Enma would never attack Hiruzen Sarutobi.
However, Danzo Shimura also knew that the news that Hiruzen Sarutobi had died at the hands of Enma was true.
Based on Enma's actions and words before his return, Shimura Danzo already had a guess.
Danzo Shimura narrowed his exposed left eye and murmured, "Is it a mind control ninjutsu similar to the Yamanaka clan's, or a shadow imitation ninjutsu similar to the Nara clan's..."
As he spoke, a look of melancholy flashed across Shimura Danzo's face, as if he were reminiscing about his former friend, and he murmured, "Hiruzen, I never imagined you would leave me in this way..."
"But don't worry, I will definitely protect Konoha..."
"When I become the Fifth Hokage, I will definitely avenge you. I will definitely bring Chen Anxia's head to your grave as a sacrifice..."
Danzo Shimura was an anti-hero who dedicated his life to Konoha. He was willing to pay any price and use any means necessary to become Hokage.
In the past, because Hiruzen Sarutobi always suppressed him, he could only suppress his own thoughts.
But now, Hiruzen Sarutobi, who had been suppressing him, is dead.
So, in Konoha now, besides Danzo Shimura, who else is qualified to succeed him as Hokage?
The seeds of chaos have been sown, and destiny has begun to deviate from its predetermined course.
A brand new future is unfolding!
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Chapter 587 A New Beginning: The Plan to Subdue Hidan!
The third generation died...
When this news reached Kakashi's ears, he was stunned for a long time, as he was already in a state of complicated emotions.
Undeniably, when Kakashi first heard that his father's death was related to the Third Hokage, he felt hatred towards the Third Hokage.
Kakashi is not stupid at all; on the contrary, he is very intelligent and has exceptional insight.
Therefore, Kakashi is not so easily swayed, nor will he be so easily swayed by Chen Anxia's words.
The reason Kakashi harbored hatred towards the Third Hokage was because Kakashi had long suspected that his father's death was not so simple.
Even Kakashi had a vague suspicion that his father's death was related to the Konoha leadership.
But Kakashi never expected this...
No, it's more likely that he never even considered the possibility that his father's death was related to three generations of his family.
Kakashi believed that his father's death was most likely related to Danzo Shimura.
After all, Kakashi knew very well that Shimura Danzo was in charge of the dark side of Konoha.
But now, Kakashi's newly arising hatred gradually faded with the death of the Third Hokage.
Kakashi knew very well that although the Third Hokage had done many selfish, despicable, and dishonorable things, it was undeniable that he was the pillar of Konoha.
With this pillar suddenly collapsing, what will happen in the future is already predictable.
Slowly raising his head to look at the blazing sun high in the sky, Kakashi felt no warmth whatsoever. He sighed softly, "Turbulence is coming..."
Kakashi's heart still belongs to Konoha, and he doesn't want Konoha to fall into turmoil.
Not only Kakashi, but also the current heads of the Ino-Shika-Cho clans, Kurenai Yuhi, Hayate Gekko, and many other Jonin of Konoha were shocked by this news, and they all sensed the undercurrents surging in the currently peaceful Konoha.
Meanwhile, the spies hidden within Konoha Village also learned of this news through their own channels.
Without hesitation, these spies immediately relayed the news back to their respective factions.
Land of Lightning, Hidden Cloud Village.
Upon hearing the news, the Fourth Raikage, A, burst into laughter, saying, "That old guy, Hiruzen Sarutobi, actually fell into the hands of his own summoning beast. Interesting, very interesting indeed."
Beside him, Ai's partner and sworn brother, who is also the current Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, Killer Bee, said, "The death of Hiruzen Sarutobi is a rare opportunity for us."
"Hey, brother, what do you think? Should we take this opportunity to launch a war against Konoha and plunder its resources?"
Although A has a fiery temper, no one who can become the Kage of a ninja village is a true fool.
Therefore, Ai's perspective on issues is more comprehensive than Kirabi's.
Ai gently shook his head and replied, "Don't underestimate Konoha's strength. Although that old guy Hiruzen Sarutobi is gone, Konoha is still a tough nut to crack. Anyone who goes up now will get hurt."
As he spoke, Ai's eyes narrowed slightly, and a strange smile appeared on his face. "However, there are many problems within Konoha."
"In the past, Hiruzen Sarutobi suppressed these problems, which is why they didn't erupt."
"Now that he's gone, these problems were bound to surface sooner or later."
"Killer Bee, just you wait. Konoha will soon be plunged into internal strife, and that will be our chance..."
Land of Earth - Hidden Rock Village.
The Third Tsuchikage, Onoki, also learned of Hiruzen Sarutobi's death.
When he first heard the news, Onoki's first reaction was disbelief.
Because Onoki was older than Hiruzen Sarutobi, he knew more about the secrets of the ninja world and understood Hiruzen Sarutobi better.
In Onoki's mind, Hiruzen Sarutobi was a cunning old fox who would never put himself in real danger.
Therefore, Onoki, the two-day scale, was even wondering if this news was a trap set by Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Just as the purpose of setting up this dangerous situation was unclear to Onoki, the Two Scales, he simply ordered his spies infiltrated into Konoha to continue gathering information.
The Land of Water - Hidden Mist Village.
Upon hearing the news, the Fifth Mizukage, Mei Terumi, couldn't help but show a look of surprise on her face, saying, "No way, Hiruzen Sarutobi, that shrewd guy, is actually dead?"
Beside her, Ao, a veteran Jonin of Kirigakure, after digesting the news, suggested to Mei Terumi, "Regardless of whether this news is true or false, I think we need to prepare in advance."
"I have a feeling that turmoil sweeping the ninja world is coming soon!"
As the Mizukage, Mei Terumi possesses the necessary insight and perspective, and she can understand why Ao would say such a thing.
Mei Terumi said to Ao, "I'm leaving this matter to you."
As she spoke, Mei Terumi sighed softly, "The balance of the ninja world has begun to crack. Now it's up to Konoha to deal with it."
"If this isn't handled properly, this hard-won peace will come to an end..."
The Land of Wind - Sunagakure Village.
Upon learning this news, the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, relaxed his tightly furrowed brows slightly and murmured, "Konoha will surely descend into chaos because of Hiruzen Sarutobi's death..."
"This is a rare opportunity for our Sunagakure village, which is short of resources and funding..."
"However, relying solely on Sunagakure is probably not enough; we need to find a suitable ally..."
Meanwhile, Chen Anxia, with Naruto Uzumaki, headed towards Yugakure in the Land of Rivers after leaving Konoha.
Yugakure is a village whose fighting strength has dwindled as the war has ended, but it is also a village rich in natural resources and is known as the 'village that has forgotten the war'.
Moreover, Yugakure Village is famous for its many hot springs, and the villagers cherish peace, making it one of the villages that Jiraiya liked to visit.
Hidan, one of the future members of the Akatsuki organization, comes from Yugakure.
However, Hidan later became disgusted with the pacifism practiced by the village because he longed for battle, so he killed everyone around him and became a rogue ninja.
Without a doubt, Yugakure is a very suitable place for Chen Anxia to lie low and secretly continue his power, and it is also a suitable place for Naruto Uzumaki to grow.
Through Hiruzen Sarutobi's memory data stream, Chen Anxia learned the location of Yugakure Village and the route to it.
Apart from that, Chen Anxia did not see any information related to Hidan's defection from the ninja village in Hiruzen Sarutobi's memory data stream.
Therefore, Chen Anxia deduced that during this period, Hidan, who was only 16 or 7 years old, should not have betrayed Yugakure yet.
This was exactly what Chen Anxia wanted.
Because Hidan was Chen Anxia's preferred candidate, and not only Hidan, but many members of the Akatsuki organization were actually Chen Anxia's preferred candidates.
If the opportunity arises in the future, Chen Anxia would not mind trying to bring them under his wing.
As for now, Chen Anxia plans to subdue Hidan first.
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