Konoha, Just Like Kizaru

Although Simu had left to chase the Third Kazekage, the remaining hundreds of Kumo Shinobi dared not continue their attack on the Konoha forces.

The Konoha Shinobi, who had started to regain their combat effectiveness under Katsuyu's treatment, were a major deterrent.

They feared what might happen if Simu, the "god of death," suddenly returned. His overwhelming performance had shattered their morale.

They knew they would likely dream of Simu's ruthless actions during their sleep, where he killed effortlessly.

For the past four hours, these Kumo Shinobi managed to retreat to their stronghold, Campanulaceae Hill, located near Mount Kikyo on the border of the Land of Thunder and the Land of Fire.

Fourth Raikage Ai stood with his troops from Kumo Shinobi Village, waiting in the forest. 

A young man stood beside him, wearing round-frame sunglasses and a scarf wrapped around his neck.

After waiting for so long without any sign of Teacher Dodai, Killer Bee couldn't help but complain, 

"Bakayaro, Konoyaro! Teacher Dodai made us wait so long, he's definitely going to mess up later!" 

As he spoke, he made a rap gesture.

Ai, however, remained focused, his gaze cutting through the woods as he observed the scattered Kumo Shinobi scrambling around.

Seeing this, Killer Bee smiled and said, "Bakayaro, finally here!"

But Ai's expression grew serious. "Don't be noisy. Something's wrong."

The Kumo Shinobi didn't seem to be acting normally, and Ai could sense something was off.

Those who can be dispatched to Konoha territory are experienced ninjas.

The discipline of the army must be strictly observed.

There was no way they would have arrived so disorganized. 

This was not the return of a victorious army, but... a failure, just as Ai had predicted.

As soon as the Kumo Shinobi saw Ai, they breathed a collective sigh of relief. Some even burst into tears, while others collapsed from exhaustion, their bodies giving way.

Ai grabbed one of the Kumo Shinobi by the arm and demanded coldly, 

"What happened?"

"Raikage-sama!"

The Kumo Shinobi hurriedly said, "It's gone, it's all gone!"

Ai's eyes sparked with fury. "What's gone?"

"Dodai-sama is gone... and so are the other ninjas. In an instant, many people disappeared."

Ai felt as if a thunderclap had struck his brain. "What did you say? What happened to Dodai?"

"He... he was killed by Hanyu Simu!" 

Kumo Shinobi's voice trembled as he spoke, clearly terrified.

Ai's face turned pale with rage. He threw the Kumo Shinobi to the ground, his fists clenched in hatred.

"Hanyu Simu!" 

Ai gritted through his teeth, the memory of that laughing boy from the other night flashing in his mind again.

Ai's body crackled with intense lightning, his anger radiating off him. Killer Bee, sensing what Ai was about to do, quickly stepped in to stop him.

"Brother Bastard, now is not the time to rush at Konoha," 

Killer Bee said urgently. "The latest intel says a support force led by Orochimaru will arrive soon."

Ai closed his eyes, the lightning around his fist crackling fiercely.

"I know," he replied, though his voice was laced with frustration.

Despite his impulsiveness, Ai wasn't foolish. Charging in for revenge now would only get him surrounded by Konoha's forces. 

Even with his speed, escaping would be nearly impossible—especially with Orochimaru, one of the Sannin, on the way.

Just as Ai finished speaking, a brilliant beam of light shot up into the sky in the distance. The intense light and heat were still clearly felt, even from tens of thousands of meters away. The ground shook violently from the impact.

"Light Release Ninjutsu... It's that damned guy..." Ai gritted his teeth as the sunlight flickered off his hair.

Killer Bee watched in shock as the massive mushroom cloud rose in the distance. Dumbfounded, he turned to the Eight Tails within him.

"Ah gyuki, among the Nine Tails, is there anyone who can use Light Release?"

The Eight Tails, observing the scene through Killer Bee, was just as serious.

"No, even the Tailed Beast Bomb from the Tailed Beasts can't cause this much destruction."

"Even you can't do it?" 

Killer Bee asked in disbelief.

The Eight Tails shook its head and replied, "It's hard to say." 

It added silently, Maybe the Nine Tails could do it... but I will never admit that out loud.

Meanwhile, reinforcements led by Orochimaru had just arrived on Konoha's side.

They were met with a desolate landscape, stretching for miles in front of them.

The ground within a several-kilometer radius was sunken, forming a massive pit, like an abyss.

"What happened here?"

The reinforcements were confused, looking at their comrades who appeared completely unharmed.

They all had the same question.

Aren't they here for support? Where is the enemy?

"What happened?" Orochimaru asked, his golden eyes scanning one of the Konoha Shinobi.

The ninja seemed confused but managed to reply, 

"It was Sir Simu who saved us."

"Simu? Sir?" A hint of doubt crossed Orochimaru's face.

"Yes," 

"We were surrounded by forces from Sunagakure and Kumogakure. Simu suddenly appeared, rescued us, and defeated thousands of enemy troops."

"He personally killed the Kumo Shinobi army and continued to kill their commander, Dodai. Then, he chased after the Third Kazekage."

"And then... this happened."

Orochimaru's usually cold expression was filled with shock

What in the world?

His eyes scanned the Katsuyu Sage nearby.

He knew the kid had signed the Shikotsu Forest contract.

Could it really be him causing all this chaos?

Orochimaru wasn't the only one who couldn't believe it.

The other ninjas who had just arrived shared the same disbelief.

Traveling all the way to the battlefield, summoning a huge beast to heal all the Konoha Shinobi,

then facing an army of thousands alone, and even beheading Kumo Shinobi's renowned veteran, Dodai—the right-hand man since the Third Raikage, one of the top ten strongest in Kumo Shinobi.

What Simu accomplished in front of thousands of ninjas and the strongest Kazekage was shocking.

The most unbelievable part? 

After all of this, Simu chased after the fleeing Third Kazekage, causing a disaster-like event as if the world itself was ending.

Is this guy unstoppable? Does he ever get tired? Does he have unlimited Chakra?

Sensei Katsuyu sensed Orochimaru's gaze and felt a flash of displeasure.

Katsuyu had always disliked ambitious people like Orochimaru.

But as for Mr. Kizaru—he truly impressed Katsuyu.

When Simu first told Katsuyu about this move, it was incredible.

Even Hashirama-sama had never amazed her like this.

Can natural energy really be used this way?

If Hashirama used natural energy to its peak, Simu played with it like a toy.

A gust of wind blew, clearing the smoke.

Finally, a figure stepped forward.

Simu's slightly charred coat of justice fluttered in the wind.

He scratched his head while holding a white hat in one hand.

His eyes lit up when he saw Orochimaru, and he said with a sigh,

"Orochimaru, you came just in time."

"Third Kazekage was too impatient. There's not even a body left—only his hat."

He handed Orochimaru the Kazekage's bamboo hat with the word "wind" on it.

Simu hesitated for a moment before adding,

"Anyway, he's a Kage. This should be worth a lot if we exchange it with that old man, the Third Hokage, right?"

Orochimaru looked at the genuine Kazekage hat in his hands.

Considering the terrifying explosion from earlier, his pale hands trembled slightly as he took the bamboo hat.

He didn't doubt Simu's words.

There was no reason to lie about something like this.

If Kazekage showed up, all lies would be exposed.

But if he doesn't…

Then this Wind Kage Bamboo Hat would be the best proof.

Orochimaru's cold eyes gleamed with eagerness, as if he wanted to devour Simu on the spot.

Simu shivered, feeling goosebumps all over his body.

Thankfully, Sage Katsuyu was a reliable ally.

Once Simu returned, Uchiha Mikoto and Hyuga were freed. They looked around in confusion, then locked their eyes on Simu. 

"Simu!"

As soon as Simu turned, two soft and sweet bodies fell into his arms.

To be honest, it felt really good!

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TO BE CONTINUED

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