Ohnoki didn't anticipate that Saigoji Youmu would spare both him and the Third Raikage.
"I'm not interested in your lives," Saigoji Youmu remarked coldly. "Killing you would only bring unnecessary complications." "I don't fear trouble, but I despise it."
With that, Saigoji Youmu continued walking, his words lingering in Ohnoki's ears. Eliminating Ohnoki would undoubtedly provoke conflicts among Konoha, the Hidden Cloud, and the Hidden Stone villages. Dealing with such chaos was the last thing Saigoji Youmu desired. Moreover,he suspected that this ambush was orchestrated by an unseen force, with Ohnoki and the Third Raikage merely pawns in a larger scheme.
"Hmm?" Ohnoki muttered, a domineering figure emerging in his mind. The image began to merge with Saigoji Youmu's form before him.
After a brief pause, Ohnoki, regaining some composure, placed his hands on the ground and slowly rose to a sitting position. He promptly sent a message to his subordinates using the unique communication method of the Hidden Stone Village. Although Saigoji Youmu spared their lives, both he and the Third Raikage were severely injured. Withouttimely medical attention, their lives could be at risk.
Initially, Ohnoki contemplated eliminating the Third Raikage to shift the blame onto Saigoji Youmu. However, he dismissed the idea after considering his own injuries and depleted chakra reserves. Attempting such an act could lead to irreversible consequences for his health. Furthermore, Ohnoki recalled Saigoji Youmu's earlier words about avoiding trouble. He realized that provoking him further would bring disaster upon himself and the Hidden Stone Village.
Hidden in a secluded corner of the valley, Jue observed Saigoji Youmu's retreating figure with a surprised expression. "Suchstrength..." he mused, taken aback by the display.
Meanwhile, in the distance, the combined forces of the Hidden Cloud and Hidden Stone, initially relaxed, now wore expressions of alarm. "No, something's wrong," a Rock Shinobi exclaimed, his face paling.
"Move out!" another shouted.
Confusion spread among the Cloud Shinobi as they exchanged uncertain glances. Noticing the urgency among the Rock Shinobi, they hastily followed suit.
Upon reaching the valley where Saigoji Youmu had been besieged, they were met with a shocking sight: massive iceformations, frozen comrades, and pools of blood. The gruesome scene left them stunned and fearful.
"Lord Tsuchikage!" "Lord Raikage!"
Sharp-eyed ninjas spotted Ohnoki and the Third Raikage amidst the chaos. The gathered forces quickly surrounded them, concern etched on their faces.
In the Land of Fields, within a prearranged meeting place, the atmosphere was tense. "What happened?" The Third Raikage's son exclaimed, smashing a wooden table in frustration. The combined forces had returned with Ohnoki and the Third Raikage, both gravely injured. It was evident that Saigoji Youmu had overwhelmed them, but his whereabouts remained unknown."Father, what transpired?" The future Fourth Raikage inquired, his voice laced with concern.
Sighing deeply, the Third Raikage began recounting the events. "We..."