"Lord Shion, is it really okay for things to be like this?".
Looking at these dangerous pirates, Shion's guards began to worry. Shion, on the other hand, didn't care at all, or rather, she had already seen the end.
"This is the only chance. The evil spirit has broken through the seal, and the World Government's actions have already begun.".
Shion spoke slowly. Even though she was just a young girl, Shion at this time seemed more like a helpless middle-aged person. The future she saw was hopeless.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have asked Gato for help.
The Land of Demons is destined to fall, but... it can't just end like this.
How many people who survive in this era are actually saints? Even someone like Kazayahana Koyuki has changed a lot now, let alone Shion.
If you want to destroy the Land of Demons, even the World Government will have to pay a price. Wait for death? Only the dead in coffins wait for death.
It can be said that in this era, even good people like Shion have developed some ferocity.
As various forces began to gather, the entire Land of Demons gradually lost its vitality, and most of the common people had evacuated.
The World Government didn't interfere too much with the situation of the common people of the Land of Demons. This was the habit of the ninja, and the immortals? They wouldn't attack common people for no reason.
Buster Call was justified, and no one would do anything that would damage the World Government's reputation.
In the following days, the events that happened in the Land of Swamps and the Land of Demons also made the newspapers.
"An ancient evil spirit appeared in the Land of Swamps, an evil spirit brought disaster to the Land of Swamps, the lord of the Land of Swamps is dead, the capital has fallen, and many common people have died.".
"The ancient evil spirit is approaching the Land of Demons. A Marine Vice Admiral has been sent out, and the Five Elders have decided to launch a Buster Call to eliminate the evil spirit at all costs.".
"According to various studies, the evil spirit sealed in the Land of Swamps was sealed by the previous witch of the Land of Demons. The ancient evil spirit is suspected to have an unclear connection with the witch of the Land of Demons.".
"...".
Looking at the various news in the newspapers, a layer of haze began to rise in people's hearts.
These newspapers are not controlled by the World Government, but are issued by the underground black market, so there is no need to doubt their authenticity.
All the news and content above are true.
It is true that an evil spirit appeared in the Land of Swamps, and it is true that the capital of the Land of Swamps fell and the lord of the Land of Swamps died.
It is also true that the evil spirit was sealed in the Land of Swamps by Shion's mother.
You can doubt the World Government's motives, but you can't doubt the truth of the whole incident. It's all true.
The most ridiculous thing is that Shion's mother sealed the evil spirit in the neighboring Land of Swamps. In this situation, if you can't come up with evidence against the World Government's actions, then your Land of Demons will take the blame.
Under these various conditions, war is inevitable, and Buster Call is also justified. The World Government never plays tricks.
In the Land of Swamps, the main forces of the five great ninja villages have arrived in the country. Even Gaara and the others from the southernmost part have arrived.
Looking at the town still in flames, Gaara couldn't help but feel a little pity. He looked at the newspaper in his hand. The news on it all confirmed the tragic events that had happened here.
The next moment, Temari and Kankuro appeared.
"No one from the World Government has been found. It's probably true. Plus...".
Kankuro didn't say it directly, and Temari took over the conversation.
"Plus, the other side is Gato. In this kind of war, the sacrifice of a small country doesn't matter at all.".
Temari said very bluntly. This scale is not at the same level as the previous Land of Wind.
The situation in the Land of Swamps looks terrible, because the Land of Swamps is too weak.
"In that case, let's go.
Save the common people if you can. If you encounter the evil spirit, retreat quickly. Since the World Government has asked all of us to act, then that thing is not something we ordinary people can deal with.".
Gaara gave an order, and the troops behind the three of them also entered the forest.
Temari and Kankuro looked at each other beside Gaara, and couldn't help but sigh. The former Gaara can now only call himself an "ordinary person".
But thinking about how there are too many monsters in this era, it seems like that's really the case.
"You guys go too. I can protect myself.".
Gaara looked at Temari and Kankuro and said.
"But...".
"I understand, but as the future leader of the village, if I stop moving forward because I'm afraid of death, I'll never become a qualified leader.".
Gaara said in a deep voice.
This war is far more complicated than imagined, with too many forces involved. He must see it clearly.
Kankuro and Temari looked at their younger brother and finally nodded, letting Gaara act alone.
After Kankuro and Temari left, Gaara didn't rush to leave, but directly opened his seal.
Unlike in the past, One-Tail Shukaku didn't directly take control of Gaara's body, because Gaara had become stronger, much stronger, especially in certain beliefs.
"Shukaku, you should know our current situation, right?".
Gaara said. One-Tail's name is no longer a secret. If they didn't even know this, then the World Government would be really useless. Unfortunately, the World Government's immortals still have real skills.
At this time, "Shukaku" in Gaara's body also slightly opened its eyes.
"Hehe, kid, do you want to borrow my power?".
Shukaku's huge body appeared from the darkness, but now Shukaku no longer had the same imposing manner as before in Gaara's eyes.
He was very calm inside when facing Shukaku.
"Compared to the past, I now desperately hope that you are really a monster.
There are too many monsters in this era. I'm not strong enough, and neither are you.".
Gaara looked up.
Shukaku was slightly annoyed when he heard Gaara's words, but didn't say anything more. It knew the situation outside, and what Gaara said was true.
"Are you deliberately trying to mock me?".
"I don't mean that, but... how about I risk my life for you?".
Gaara asked. His voice was very calm, but his heart betrayed him.
Having not felt Gaara's fear for a long time, Gaara's fear spread throughout his body at this moment.
But Shukaku didn't take the opportunity to attack.
After leaving Konoha, it had personally witnessed Gaara's growth.
He was defeated by Karin in Konoha, and almost died at the hands of the rampaging Karin.
It was that near-death experience that made Gaara feel his mother's will, and it was from that time that Gaara began to cherish his own life and the lives of the people around him.
From an emotionless monster to a... person, a person who cherishes the people around him very much.
At this time, the talented genius who had grown up had a fear-inducing emotion deep in his heart.
"Your life is more important than you think.".
This time, Shukaku rarely said anything harsh.
"I know, but... if I'm afraid, then Sunagakure Village will have no future.
Do you believe me?".
Gaara's eyes were firm. He was afraid, because his life was too important. He was Sunagakure Village's only hope.
He is the most talented ninja of Sunagakure Village in this generation, the strongest of the younger generation, and the future Kazekage.
If he dies, Sunagakure Village will be finished. He will fail everyone's expectations, including the will of his mother who has been protecting him.
But... for those people, Gaara must fight. It is precisely because he cherishes those people enough that Gaara will risk his life.
Shukaku also understood Gaara's meaning. The Tailed Beast's Devil Fruit would transform and greatly increase the Jinchuriki's power, while also allowing the Jinchuriki to further develop the Tailed Beast's power.
But Shukaku also understood that as One-Tail, it probably didn't have that potential. However, if Eight-Tail can do it, then One-Tail might be able to do it too.
"I also desperately hope that you are a monster. If possible, let the yellow sand appear on the Red Earth Continent, kid.".
As One-Tail Chakra appeared on Gaara's body, the reverse technique unique to Tailed Beasts was activated.
Gaara gradually lost the ability to use ninjutsu, and the Chakra in his body began to slowly flow back to all parts of his body. His body became stronger and stronger in this Chakra flow.
"In the ninja world, only Shanks has managed to re-concentrate all the Chakra back into his body. Even the most talented person can't do it.".
Gaara used his last remaining strength to activate the final ninjutsu.
"Please, Mom.".
"Ninja Art: Sand Coffin!".
As the hand seals were completed, the next moment, a large amount of sand emerged from Gaara's gourd, surrounding Gaara completely.
Scarlet Chakra covered the sand, and the sand seemed to turn into flesh and blood at this moment, beginning to squirm.
It is normal that things Shanks can do, others can't. It is normal that Gaara can't do it either.
But... he is not alone.
The tearing of the body, the severe pain of flesh and blood came...
Blood seeped out of the sand. Gaara's will and belief reached their limit in an instant, but he still needed to persevere, he must persevere.
The wind in the Land of Wind is too strong. If he is not strong enough, he can't stop that wind. The sea in the new world is too wide. He can't be that wind, then Sunagakure Village will have no way to step into the new world.
He must be strong enough, strong enough to let everyone in this world see him.
Gaara's beliefs are not that great, but behind him, there are too many people.
Compared to Konoha, Sunagakure Village only has him. He must use everything he has to the extreme, even break through the limits, to protect the village in this era.
The villages are all similar, and most of the people sent out this time are young people.
Iwagakure Village, Tsuchikage Onoki's granddaughter Kurotsuchi, elite jonin Akatsuchi, and a group of elite ninja.
Kirigakure, Chojuro and a group of new ability users recruited by Kirigakure.
Kumogakure, Two-Tail Jinchuriki Yugito Nii leads the team, plus a group of elite ninja.
In addition to these ninja, there are also the squads led by the ninja.
You have to know that all ninja villages and the World Government have cooperation, and they also have cooperation with the World Nobles. Ninja who join the Marine Corps are executives.
The number of Marines led by ninja from various villages is also quite large. In addition to the ninja villages, the Marines also arranged reinforcements to come over.
On the sea, Kazahana Doto, with the Land of Snow's fleet, also arrived at the edge of the Land of Demons. He didn't bring many ships, only three warships, and the number of people was also small.
On the main ship, a huge and strange box was placed on the deck.
Muku hasn't been released yet. It's not that it can't be done, but it's to be safe. No matter what, the Box of Ultimate Bliss is a treasure of the Sage of Six Paths. This thing can't be that simple.
"Lord Doto, the immortal from the World Government this time is Sandaime Tsuchikage, a very powerful immortal. I'm afraid he will come to us soon.".
Ryuzetsu was a little unsure, but Kazahana Doto was certain. With Kumogakure's help, and since they came out of Hozuki Castle, there were no outsiders. It was impossible to leak the secret.
Muui's methods are not that simple. He can hand over something as important as the Box of Ultimate Bliss to Kazahana Doto, which proves that he has enough confidence.
But the things Gato "did" in the Land of Snow, plus the importance of the Land of Snow, it's not that easy for Kazahana Doto to leave the Land of Snow.
Unless, he plays dumb.
And he is dumb enough now.
Sure enough, not long after, a figure appeared on the sea, flying towards Kazahana Doto.
Kazahana Doto and Ryuzetsu's hearts instantly jumped to their throats. The person who came was a top expert among the immortals. It was impossible to be careless.
But the two of them obviously overestimated Sandaime Tsuchikage's brain. He is not an idiot, but he never plays tricks.
And this guy is really loyal and grateful.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have gone to find power for revenge regardless of everything because his grandfather was killed.
The beliefs of immortals are sometimes very strong. They can live for obsessions, and Sandaime Tsuchikage is for revenge.
When Sandaime Tsuchikage boarded the warship, Kazahana Doto and Ryuzetsu had already prepared their explanation, but as soon as Sandaime Tsuchikage opened his mouth, the two realized that things were simpler than they thought.
"Box of Ultimate Bliss? There are traces of it being opened recently. Someone was swallowed?".
The first sentence was not an opening question, which was a good thing.
Hearing Sandaime Tsuchikage's words, Kazahana Doto and Ryuzetsu's eyes instantly became wet.
Then the two of them narrated the story of Kazahana Doto's illegitimate son "Muku".
Of course, if you want to deceive Sandaime Tsuchikage, it can't be too outrageous.
But Muku's age is not much different from Kazayahana Koyuki's, and plus the things Kazahana Doto has done in the Land of Snow, is it interesting for a person without children to seize the throne?
Not interesting.
But now, it makes sense.
Kazahana Doto has ambition, and Kazahana Doto also has a motive.
After the two people's explanations and mutual certification, plus the timeline matches perfectly, and the logic of various things also matches completely.
Is there any reason to doubt this? No.
"The treasure hidden by the previous lord of the Land of Snow is the Box of Ultimate Bliss?".
At this time, Sandaime Tsuchikage also understood everything.
Moreover, Kazahana Doto's emotions were almost out of control when he talked about this matter. That kind of emotion couldn't deceive Sandaime Tsuchikage at all. What the other party said was true.
As for why this is the case? How could it not be true?
That good-for-nothing older brother used the entire Land of Snow's finances to create geothermal devices. It's fine if he made them, but the reason he made that thing was because his daughter wanted to see what spring looks like.
That's not something that a normal person can do. Even if Kazahana Doto said this, how many people would believe it?
No one would believe it at all.
So he, Kazahana Doto, rebelled to seize the Box of Ultimate Bliss, and after he got the Box of Ultimate Bliss, his son was accidentally sucked into the Box of Ultimate Bliss.
That's right, that's how it is. Look, isn't it much more reasonable?
"Box of Ultimate Bliss?".
Hearing Sandaime Tsuchikage's words, Kazahana Doto and Ryuzetsu were a little puzzled.
At this time, Sandaime Tsuchikage also reacted. How could these ordinary people know about the Sage of Six Paths' things?
"This is a treasure of the Sage of Six Paths. Even we immortals can hardly use it, let alone ordinary ninja.
Once you are sucked in, it will probably be difficult to survive, but it's not hopeless.".
Sandaime Tsuchikage didn't explain too much.
"Lord Tsuchikage, that... that's my only child. If possible, please save him.".
"Gato killed Sandayu. Only Sandayu knows how to save Muku. I've been chasing after him all the way here because of this.".
Kazahana Doto called it heartfelt. If Ryuzetsu next to him didn't know the truth, he would have really thought that was Kazahana Doto's son.
As for Sandayu, to solve the hidden danger, Sandayu had long been fed to the fish. Now, the Land of Snow has only Kazayahana Koyuki. As for what will happen to the Land of Snow next?
Sorry, it's no longer Kazahana Doto's business.
His ambition is this era.
Seeing Kazahana Doto in such a situation, Sandaime Tsuchikage could only nod.
"I can try, but the Sage of Six Paths' treasure must be handed over to the World Government for disposal. Of course, we will give you corresponding compensation.".
After Sandaime Tsuchikage finished speaking, a trace of seriousness appeared on his face.
"But you should also understand this matter. The World Government will not take anything from its member states.
After doing these things, just pretend that nothing happened.".
Hearing Sandaime Tsuchikage's words, Kazahana Doto and Ryuzetsu's hearts tightened. Sure enough, the World Government's way of doing things.
But this was completely expected.
"Of course... as long as Lord Sandaime Tsuchikage can save my son.".
"Please take care of our young master.".
Ryuzetsu also spoke in the same way.
With Kazahana Doto and Ryuzetsu's words, Sandaime Tsuchikage didn't have much pressure. As for what he said about handing it over to the World Government?
Forget it, wanting to kill Kiyomi Fukuda with his own power is simply a fool's dream.
The gap between top immortals may be even bigger than he imagined.
After experiencing the Red Hair Pirates' trial, and being attacked by Asura and Indra, and then encountering the Sage of Six Paths' clone.
Sandaime Tsuchikage has a more accurate understanding of the power of top experts, and this "ultimate weapon" belongs to him.
"Six Paths: Release Seal!".
As a huge amount of Senjutsu Chakra was injected, the seal of the Box of Ultimate Bliss was opened again. In a khaki-colored glow, a figure slowly walked out of the Box of Ultimate Bliss.
Another new star of this era has appeared.
At this time, in the Land of Swamps, Toneri, who was in the Konoha squad, looked up at the sky. He felt a familiar power, but he couldn't tell what it was.
"Toneri, hurry up, don't be distracted, pay more attention to the environment around you.".
Shikamaru reminded him.
"Yes!".
Toneri came back to his senses, but his expression was obviously more cautious. This battlefield is not simple.
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