Chapter 280 Konoha Crisis: Decapitation Operation

Nara Shikaku's face was filled with a grim expression, his brows furrowed, his eyes fixed on the map in front of him, his fingers moving on the map, marking key strategic points. The situation facing Konoha Village was extremely serious, and every step had to be cautious.

"The enemy's offensive is fierce and fast-paced, and it's obvious that they have a thorough plan." Shikaku said in a low voice, his eyes sweeping over the jonin present, "We must counterattack immediately and recapture some important strongholds."

He turned to Yamanaka Inoichi, "Inoichi, the collection and transmission of intelligence is our lifeline. Your mission is to cooperate with the Yamanaka clan's secret techniques to obtain the enemy's movements and pass them on to each team as quickly as possible. We need to keep track of the enemy's actions at all times."

Hai nodded, his eyes firm, "I understand, Shikaku."

Then, Nara Shikaku looked at Akimichi Choza, "Chozao, the enemy's firepower is strong, and we need your strength to resist their attack. Organize your troops and build a defense line at the front line to ensure that the enemy cannot easily break through."

Ding Zuo patted his belly and smiled, "Don't worry, Shikaku, it won't be that easy for them to run into me."

Nara Shikaku turned his gaze to Morino Ibiki, "Ibiki Jonin, you ninjas from the Torture and Interrogation Division have extensive combat experience. Your mission is to intersperse between the various teams, assist in defense, and launch surprise attacks at critical moments."

Ibiki responded in a deep voice, "Understood, we will do our best."

Nara Shikaku continued to instruct, "Ninjas of the medical emergency team, you are our last resort. Quickly transfer the injured ninjas to a safe area for emergency treatment. Any recovery of combat effectiveness will be of great help to us."

A medical ninja nodded, "We will treat the injured as quickly as possible."

Nara Shikaku swept his eyes over all the ninjas present, and said firmly, "Remember, we are facing a powerful enemy, but the will of Konoha Village will not yield easily. Everyone must exert their greatest ability and cooperate with each other to overcome this crisis."

He marked several key locations on the map. "These strongholds are important targets of the enemy. We must defend them with all our strength. The enemy's goal is not only to destroy our village, but also to destroy our will. We can't let them succeed."

The ninjas present nodded one after another, their eyes revealing determination and resolve.

Nara Shikaku took a deep breath and continued to assign tasks. "Haiichi jonin, your troops will be in charge of this route. Choza jonin, your troops will be in charge of this area. Ibiki jonin, you will be responsible for guerrilla warfare in this area to prevent the enemy's surprise attack. Ninjas in the medical class, you will follow each team and provide treatment at any time."

Every word that Shikaku said was as inspiring as a war drum, and everyone felt his calm and firm command power.

"Konoha's ninjas, now is the time for us to show our will." Shikaku said loudly, "No matter how powerful the enemy is, we will not back down. For our village and our families, we must do our best!"

"Hi!"

Jiraiya rushed Kakashi, who was covered in wounds, to the makeshift medical station. Several medical ninjas quickly stepped forward, carefully lifted Kakashi onto a stretcher, and began to treat his wounds urgently. Although Kakashi was exhausted, his eyes were still sharp and urgent.

Nara Shikaku and Jiraiya stood aside, their eyes revealing deep concern and inquiry. Kakashi panted and raised his head with great effort, "Shikaku, Master Jiraiya, we have encountered an extremely difficult enemy. And he is most likely the mastermind behind this attack on Konoha."

Jiraiya frowned and asked, "What kind of enemy? We need to know the details."

Kakashi swallowed hard and continued, "I encountered this enemy in the Land of Waves. He is very powerful. This time he must have integrated the power of the Sand Village and the Sound Village. Now we are facing a three-way attack."

After hearing this, Nara Shikaku frowned, "The three-party coalition is indeed a huge threat."

Nara Shikaku pondered for a moment, then turned around and gave instructions to the jonin around him, "We must readjust our tactics. Facing such a powerful coalition, we cannot underestimate the enemy. Pass the order down to strengthen the fortifications and arrange a reconnaissance team to obtain more intelligence on the enemy as soon as possible."

"But... we don't have enough manpower." A trace of confusion flashed in the eyes of the senior ninja.

"What's wrong?" Shikaku's heart suddenly skipped a beat.

"The Hyuga clan didn't come."

Hearing these words, Nara Shikaku, Jiraiya, and Kakashi had different expressions.

"Damn it, what is Hyuga Hiashi doing?" Jiraiya also realized something was wrong in his anger, and said to Jiraiya Nara Shikaku: "I didn't see many Hyuga clan ninjas along the way."

Nara Shikaku's expression also turned serious. "The Hyuga clan leader must have seen someone of "status."

Jiraiya immediately took over the conversation: "I will go to the Hyuga clan if they also betray the village."

Jiraiya's expression was very calm, but the two of them could sense the murderous intent.

Jiraiya seemed to have made up his mind. He looked at Kakashi, with a complex emotion in his eyes. "Kakashi, just rest assured and receive treatment. Leave the things here to us."

Kakashi nodded and closed his eyes as the medical ninjas continued to work on giving him emergency treatment.

Jiraiya left the temporary medical station and immediately set off for the Hyuga clan's territory. He shuttled through the ruins and flames of war in Konoha Village, anxious and determined. He knew that the strength of the Hyuga clan was crucial to resisting this invasion.

On the way, he suddenly felt a strong energy fluctuation. Jiraiya quickly jumped onto a tree and observed the situation ahead. He saw a team of clones using energy weapons to attack Konoha's fortifications, with energy beams flying everywhere and explosions continuing.

"It seems that we can't get around it." Jiraiya whispered to himself, and quickly formed seals with his hands, "Spirit summoning technique!"

With a loud bang, a huge toad appeared in front of him. Gamabunta grinned and jokingly said, "Old Jiraiya, what's the big deal today?"

"Bunta, there are enemies ahead, we need to break through." Jiraiya said seriously, jumping onto Bunta's back.

"Leave it to me!" Gamabunta responded, and rushed forward quickly. He used his huge size and powerful strength to break up the formation of the clone troopers. Energy beams exploded on his body, but he did not flinch.

Jiraiya stood on Bunta's back, forming seals with his hands, "Water Style: Great Waterfall Technique!" A huge stream of water gushed out from his hands and rushed towards the enemy. The clones were hit by the water flow and their formation was instantly disrupted.

The Iron Armor troops responded quickly, they dropped from the sky and landed in front of Jiraiya and Bunta, forming a solid line of defense. The weapons of the Iron Armor began to fire powerful lasers, heading straight for Jiraiya and Bunta.

"These guys are really troublesome!" Bunta roared, jumping up and avoiding the laser attack. Jiraiya quickly formed a seal in the air, "Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!" A blazing fireball spewed out of his mouth and rushed straight towards the steel armor.

The fireball hit the steel armor, and the explosion of flames knocked several armors away, but more steel armors quickly surrounded them. Jiraiya quickly judged the situation and knew that he could not delay any longer.

"Bunta, we need to speed up!" Jiraiya shouted.

"Understood, Jiraiya!" Bunta responded, leaping up suddenly and charging directly at the Iron Armor's defense line. With his huge size and powerful impact, he knocked the Iron Armor to the ground, clearing a path for Jiraiya.

Jiraiya took advantage of the opportunity created by Bunta and quickly passed through the enemy's defense line and continued to advance towards the Hyuga clan's territory. Time is running out, and it is necessary to find Hyuga Hiashi as soon as possible, understand the situation, and mobilize the Hyuga clan's strength as much as possible.

After passing through several abandoned streets, Jiraiya finally saw the Hyuga clan's territory. He prayed silently in his heart, hoping that it was not too late.

"Hyuga clan, we need your strength to defend Konoha." Jiraiya said silently in his heart, quickened his pace, and walked deeper into the clan's territory.

When he approached the Hyuga clan's territory, he saw several Hyuga clan ninjas who looked nervous and alert. Jiraiya stopped and took a deep breath.

"Lord Jiraiya!" One of the ninjas recognized Jiraiya and a hint of surprise and respect flashed in his eyes.

Jiraiya nodded slightly and said firmly, "Konoha is facing an unprecedented crisis. I need to see Clan Leader Hyuga Hiashi. There is something urgent that needs to be discussed."

The ninjas looked at each other, and one of the older ninjas nodded and motioned for Jiraiya to follow them. They quickly led Jiraiya through the clan territory, and along the way they could see some Hyuga clan members who had returned from the battlefield. Their faces were full of fatigue and scars, but more of a deep worry and uneasiness.

Walking in the corridor of the clan's land, Jiraiya looked around, feeling the tense atmosphere here. Several medical ninjas were treating the injured clan members, and the children were gathered together, looking terrified but trying to keep quiet. Every corner revealed an atmosphere of danger.

Although the Hyuga clan ninjas were alert, they looked at Jiraiya with a little more trust and expectation. They all knew that Jiraiya's arrival might bring some turning points.

"The clan leader is waiting for you in the front hall, Master Jiraiya." The older ninja whispered, leading Jiraiya through the last corridor to a large door. He knocked gently on the door, then pushed it open, motioning Jiraiya to enter.

Jiraiya walked into the front hall and quickly scanned the room. Hyuga Hiashi was standing in the middle of the room, his hands behind his back, his face heavy and serious. Beside him stood several elders of the Hyuga clan, their expressions were equally tense and solemn.

"Hyuga." Jiraiya walked forward steadily, his eyes met with Hyuga Hiashi's, his tone was a little anxious, "Konoha is facing a huge threat now, we need the full support of your Hyuga clan."

A complicated expression appeared on Hyuga Hiashi's face. He nodded and motioned Jiraiya to sit down. "Master Jiraiya, we have also felt the seriousness of this crisis. We were just discussing how to deal with this sudden attack."

Jiraiya sat down and got straight to the point. "Our enemies are not only the Sound Village and the Sand Village, but also some technological forces and some ninjas who came from nowhere. This attack was obviously carefully planned. We must unite and deal with it together."

Hyuga Hiashi nodded, his eyes deep, "We have organized some members of the clan to defend, but the enemy's attack is very fierce, and we have received some strange orders requiring all members of the Hyuga clan to stay in the clan territory."

Jiraiya frowned, "Strange order? Who gave it?"

Hinata Hiashi hesitated for a moment, but soon regained his composure. "It was Nathan Hawke. He suddenly appeared in our clan's territory and forced us to stay here. His power is extremely strong and we cannot contend with him."

Jiraiya frowned after hearing what Hyuga Hiashi said. Although he didn't know Nathan Hawke, he speculated from Kakashi's description that Nathan Hawke was probably one of the masterminds behind the attack.

"Nathan Hawke..." Jiraiya repeated the name in a low voice, thinking in his heart. Then he cut off the thought. Now is not the time to dwell on the details, action must be taken immediately.

"Hiashi, every member of Konoha has the responsibility to protect the village." Jiraiya's eyes were sharp, and his voice was firm and unquestionable. "No matter who this Nathan Hawke is, his orders cannot override the safety of Konoha. We need the power of the Hyuga clan."

Hinata Hiashi's expression became more complicated, but he remained calm. "Master Jiraiya, we will do our best, but Nathan Hawke's power is too strong..."

Jiraiya interrupted him, his tone full of oppression, "The Hyuga clan ninjas can no longer stay here. At the moment of life and death of Konoha Village, every ninja must stand up. You are part of Konoha and cannot stand aside."

Hinata Hiashi took a deep breath, a trace of struggle flashing in his eyes. He knew Jiraiya was right, but the threat of Nathan Hawke still existed. "We need more time to organize and prepare."

"Time waits for no one." Jiraiya's voice was deep and powerful, "Konoha's battlefield needs your support. The Hyuga clan can't delay any longer."

Hinata Hiashi finally nodded, "I understand, Master Jiraiya. We will organize our clan members to provide support as soon as possible."

Jiraiya stood up and nodded with satisfaction, "Okay. Let's act now. Your support is crucial to the entire battle."

Under the arrangement of Hyuga Hiashi, the Hyuga clan ninjas quickly assembled and prepared to go to support Konoha's defense line. Jiraiya did not stop and quickly left the Hyuga clan's territory. He knew in his heart that he must find the enemy's command center as soon as possible and carry out a decapitation operation.

Watching Jiraiya leave, Hyuga Hiashi felt nothing in his heart. After all, he was following a man who wanted to die, so he just had to follow his wishes. As for sending himself to die? Humph, the ninjas of the Sarutobi family could go.

Then, Hyuga Hiashi nodded to a Shumagia beside him and said, "Jiraiya plans to carry out a decapitation operation, the rest is up to you."

Xiu Magia immediately sent a message to the intelligent computer and thanked Hinata Hiashi at the same time: "Thank you for your help."

"Let's talk about it after you win." Hinata Hiashi said that and said no more.

Shuttled through the ruins and flames of war in Konoha Village, Jiraiya's eyes were sharp, always alert to the movements around him. He quickly rushed to various positions in Konoha Village to find the enemy's command center. Every time he passed a battlefield, he would carefully observe and analyze the enemy's movements, trying to find a breakthrough.

Decapitation. Just kill Nathan Hawke.

"Nathan Hawke... I will definitely find you." Jiraiya swore secretly in his heart, with a determination flashing in his eyes.

When passing through an area of ​​fierce fighting, Jiraiya suddenly felt a strong energy fluctuation. He quickly jumped to a high place, overlooking the entire battlefield, and his eyes were fixed on a place that looked like a command center.

"It's right there." Jiraiya judged calmly. He quickly formed hand seals and prepared to carry out the decapitation operation.

He whispered to himself, "For Konoha, for the village, I must succeed." After that, he flashed and quickly sneaked towards the target location.