Chapter 297 What to do next

"No, what we have to do next is to go back and rebuild the defense line between our Takigakure and Kusagakure villages, and further integrate the power of the two ninja villages to the extent that they can communicate with each other and can easily and quickly provide support. Resist the possible invasion of Konoha and other ninja villages."

Menma shook his head slightly and said.

"Eh?"

An unexpected answer.

Just like the proactive strategy proposed by Menma at the beginning, now after winning the Kumogakure attacking force, capturing the second-tailed Jinchuuriki, and severely damaging the Fourth Raikage, he still has to shrink back and build a defensive front?

Shibuki felt that his brain circuit could not keep up with the rhythm of numbness.

Shouldn't now be a good opportunity to take advantage of the victory? As long as they give priority to crippling or even destroying a ninja village, the space they can move to will be larger and freer, right?

"Shibuki-san, don't forget, this time Konoha and Kumogakure are attacking together. Our attack this time has a time difference. This time difference was given by Kumoyin Village on its own initiative. Konoha's The advancing troops have already arrived at a close area. If we continue to pursue, we will not only lengthen the supply line, but also widen the distance between us and Kusanagi. Once we are surrounded, we will lose. We are here. We should retreat as soon as possible. Stabilizing the defense line is the best. As long as we don't attack, it will be difficult for Yun Ninja to continue sending troops. This loss is enough to make them vigilant, let alone Yunyin Village. We also have to guard against other ninja villages, and if Kumo ninja doesn't come, our defense line will be impregnable as far as Konoha is concerned."

After Menma paused for a moment, he continued.

After all, Takigakure is still on the weaker side.

With the addition of Kusakure Village, the overall strength can be said to be barely able to compete. Although Menma is very strong, it can only be regarded as stepping into the super shadow level now. It will be stronger than the current Five Shadows, but it is far away from Uchiha. There is still a long way to go before Madara and Senju Hashirama can stand alone in the super shadow level and crush the five shadows wantonly.

Menma can't decide the world on his own.

All factors must be considered comprehensively.

A conservative retreat here is the best choice.

When Shen Mu heard Menma's words, he also showed a look of surprise, including A Jun, who flew from behind and nodded secretly in his mind.

at this moment.

Ajun was the one who really eliminated Fang Ma's doubts and worries.

This is indeed a trustworthy existence.

Whether it is personal strength or mental means, they are far beyond the immediate senses brought by his age.

Menma is indeed the one who has the ability to lead their Takigakure village to the top and create the future.

‘Perhaps if that day comes, it might be the right thing to do? ’

Ajun came to the closer position.

Looking at Menma's still very young and immature face, an idea that I once resisted and even strongly opposed emerged in my mind.

After all, humans are still among the most realistic creatures.

"Ah, Ajun-san, how are you? After the preliminary cleaning of the battlefield, how much have we and the Kumo ninja lost?"

"Yes, Lord Shibaki, Mr. Menma. According to preliminary statistics, in this battle, we killed more than 1,300 Kumo ninjas, and the number of Kumo ninjas who seriously injured and captured prisoners reached more than 600. We can retreat smoothly. The number of Kumo ninja who left was less than a thousand, but our side suffered more than 800 casualties, and the proportion of those killed in battle was as high as two-thirds. A considerable number of Kumo ninjas died in the final stage of the counterattack. superior."

The results were brilliant.

But the price they paid in Longyin Village was also very tragic.

There were more than 800 casualties, and more than 500 people died in battle. For Takiyin Village, such a loss has already damaged the vitality.

But this is also a price that must be paid.

These Kumo ninjas are all elite beings carefully selected by the Fourth Raikage. As long as they are not seriously injured and captured when they are unable to resist, generally speaking, the proportion of Kumo ninjas who surrender in battle is very low. Among the five major ninjas, In the village, the craziest ones have always been the Kiri ninjas, while the toughest ones have always been the Kumo ninjas.

The education they received and the past they experienced did not allow them to surrender easily to the enemy on the battlefield.

That's why.

In the last wave of battle, in order to cover the retreat of their companions, the crazy Kumo ninjas really dragged many Taki ninjas to their death.

Taki Ninja is still far inferior to Kumo Ninja in terms of fighting will and fighting strength.

Therefore, paying such a price and obtaining such a result can be said to be a great victory.

"Well, those who died in the war must be buried well, and corresponding compensation should be distributed to every household in accordance with the village's regulations. Injured companions must also be treated immediately to ensure that they recover as soon as possible."

Hearing the number of casualties among his own Taki-nins.

There was also a hint of sadness in Shen Mu's eyes.

After all, Shibuki is still a soft-hearted person. Even though he knows that this is the price to pay for war, he still can't help feeling sad in his heart.

It can only be said that this has both advantages and disadvantages.

Leaders can, or should, have a heart of kindness, but they must not be completely filled with or even controlled by kindness.

Necessary cold-bloodedness and cruelty.

It is also what a leader possesses.

Shibuki can be a good leader in peaceful times.

But in the war-torn years, his gentleness was probably the greatest harm to his ninja village.

"Yes, Master Shibaki."

After hearing Shimu's order, Ajun immediately replied in a deep voice with a very serious expression.

"After dealing with these, immediately order all personnel to return to the defense, and then connect the defense lines in series according to the previously determined strategy. I will contact Kusagakure Village. Our next step is to take down the two major ninja villages. All the strength needs to be clenched together!”

Menma took over Shimu's words, looked at Ajun and said.

"Well, don't worry Menma-kun, I will give the order."

Ajun nodded.

Then after a slight pause, he saw that neither Menma nor Shibuki gave any orders. After bowing to them, he straightened up and left the place quickly.

at this moment.

Ajun also seemed to put Menma and Shibaki in equal positions.

"Then our next step is to stabilize the defense line and then see what the other ninja villages will do next?"

Shibuki asked with a hint of inquiry.

"No, there are still many, many things we have to do, such as publicizing our victory in today's battle and letting the entire ninja world know that our Takigakure Village is no longer the Takigakure Village it used to be!"

Menma stood tall and spoke loudly with an extremely majestic tone.

Shenmu was stunned for a moment, then showed a smile, nodded heavily and said.

"Indeed it is!!"

Even a battle between the five major ninja villages is a glorious victory. When the victor is Takigakure Village and the loser is Kumogakure Village, it will become even more prominent.

Wait until the battlefield cleaning work is over.

When the remaining Takigakure ninjas returned to Takigakure Village with the wounded and prisoners in custody, they also dispelled the haze that had been covering the heads of the people of Takigakure Village before.

You must know that before this, not many people in the village, including the Taki ninja who attacked, thought they could win this war.

The opponent is Yunyin Village!

It was led by the Fourth Raikage himself.

A considerable number of people in the village are already ready to be defeated, or even ready to escape from Takigakure Village.

That is to say, the time is not equal, and there are not many opportunities.

Otherwise, if there are some traitors within Takigakure Village, it is 100% likely to take the initiative to contact Yunyin Village.

And now, this victory.

It also completely dispelled the timidity of everyone in Takigakure.

Menma and Shibaki naturally understand this, so at this moment when the war ends.

The Taki-nin who had returned victorious all came back from the village's main entrance with great fanfare under the instructions of Menma and Shibaki. Victory was meant to be publicized, let alone the victory of this special war.

The Taki ninja who came back with their heads held high and the Kumo ninja who were captured also formed a sharp contrast at this moment.

"You actually won the fight!?"

"Impossible, this is absolutely impossible, we can actually defeat the Kumo ninja!? And this is the force led by the Fourth Raikage himself!?"

"Nothing is impossible. Did you see that there are hundreds of Kumo ninja prisoners!"

"Hmph, I heard that the Fourth Raikage was defeated head-on by Menma-sama, and was severely wounded and fled!"

"Ah!? Is that the Nine-Tailed Jinchuuriki!?"

"What are you talking about!? That's Menma-sama, please show me some respect!"

"Amazing! It's really amazing. Our Takigakure Village can actually defeat Yunyin Village. Old man, I'm not dreaming!"

"Haha, now who dares to say that our Takigakure Village is garbage!"

"There is also the alliance with Kusakure Village. Our Takigakure Village will truly rise!"

"The sixth greatest ninja village is our Takigakure Village!!!"

News spread quickly.

Whether you believe it in your heart or not.

However, hundreds of Kumo ninja prisoners were brought back to Takigakure Village, and the news that many Taki ninjas passed on to each other spread throughout the ninja village.

The people of Longyin Village have to accept the fact that their Longyin Village has a huge victory over Yunyin Village!

The result was far beyond expectations.

While shocking everyone in Longyin Village, it also aroused the morale of everyone in Longyin Village.

Any timidity.

Any hesitation.

They will all be completely dispelled in a brilliant victory.

Human beings have always worshiped the strong!

This is a gene engraved deep in our bones.

Previous identity? What is your current age?

No, these are not the main issues.

If Menma can lead their Takigakure Village to defeat the enemy, win victory, and even reach the top, everyone in Takigakure Village will be willing to follow Menma and surrender to Menma.

this is the truth! !

The previous restlessness, previous timidity, previous fear, previous boredom and many other negative emotions were all swept away at this moment.

Of course, this brings recognition and support.

It is frivolous and unstable.

Menma did not really gain the recognition and support of these people, just because of the false illusion brought by victory.

Menma must continue to lead them to victory again and again, in order to truly take root in this ninja village, and only after the accumulation and precipitation of time, can he truly gain his own loyal followers.

But that is a story for the future.

At least for now.

The effect that Menma wants to achieve has gradually begun to ferment.

The ninja village has settled down.

Menma's subsequent arrangements and strategies can also be instilled, and the same is true for Kusagakure Village. Originally, the Kusagakure ninjas had almost zero recognition of Wuwei and Menma, and everything was just to establish a rule under power.

Once there is a huge external force.

Slightly tilted.

That will directly trigger an avalanche-like scene.

The alliance with Takigakure Village and the joint statement issued by Konoha and Kumogakure Village were the initial shakes.

Takigakure Village at least still has Shibuki, a legitimate leader, and Fu, Ajun and others to keep the scene. As long as it is not really facing a deadly situation, it will not collapse completely, but Kusagakure Village is different.

When the news that the Fourth Raikage personally led the troops to come spread.

The inner part of Kusagakure Village was already turbulent.

Some subordinates of the former leader Shigeta Masashi were even planning to take this opportunity to overthrow Wuwei's leadership of Kusagakure Village.

Wuwei also smelled this layer of danger.

He has been trying his best to guard against it.

This is why Menma did not withdraw any part of the Kusagakure Ninjas in the clash with the Kumo Ninjas this time.

For now, these Kusagakure Ninjas are almost all unstable factors and cannot be brought to the front line, which will directly cause a camp roar on the spot!

They also need an exciting news to establish their confidence.

And the defeat of the Kumo Ninjas is such a news!

This news is not enough to make the Kusagakure Ninjas completely return to their hearts, but it will definitely make the Kusagakure Ninjas reach a preliminary submission.

The strong are unquestionable.

In fact, it was when Wuwei received the information from Menma and, according to the order, made this information public throughout the Kusagakure Village.

After the initial fluctuations and disbelief.

The restlessness inside the Kusagakure Village has also eased a lot.

"Meet up with the Taki ninjas on the front line and build a defense line together!"

Faced with this order issued by Wuwei on behalf of Menma, the Kusagakure ninjas were much more obedient. Unlike the previous ones, most of them were engaged in non-violent non-cooperation and pretended to obey, this time after the order was issued, the Kusagakure ninjas still acted from their hearts.

Since they were submissive to the power of Wuwei, Menma and others from the beginning.

Now that Menma has proved that he has the strong strength to fight against the five major ninja villages, these people dare not say anything more.

Fear of power.

Following their hearts is their only choice.

You must know that most of them still have their own families and friends in the Kusagakure Village. If possible, who would be willing to leave their hometown and become a traitor?

Therefore, the Kusagakure Village has also been further stabilized under the impact of this huge victory. In the future, Menma only needs to maintain such a strong position, and the Kusagakure ninjas will definitely choose to obey Wuwei and obey Menma's orders!