Capítulo 266: Chapter 267 : Threaten!
"Silver Horn, aren't you worried that Konoha will turn against you again? You must think clearly, don't forget the pain you felt when healing the scars!"
Tobirama stared icily at the haughty Silver Horn, a menacing pressure suddenly erupting. Even Silver Horn, with the chakra of the nine tails, had his expression changed and involuntarily took a step back.
"And Konoha will never fall; your Land of Lightning can't withstand it!"
The onlookers from the Land of Lightning countered Tobirama's aggression, but it seemed an inappropriate time.
"Silver Horn, we have no way out."
Golden Horn, carrying the seriously injured Ai, glanced grimly at Tobirama and everyone present. He walked forward slowly, as if entering a no-man's land.
A dark red light surrounded him, and Golden Horn jestingly remarked, "Tobirama, since Hashirama and Madara Uchiha's demise, your Konoha may still be strong, but you are no longer strongest Konoha!"
Golden Horn, rudely mentioned, stared at the representatives of various clans and daimyos from the Land of Lightning present.
"Raikage Ai initiated this war, disregarding the suffering of our Land of Lightning, seeking to disgracefully end the conflict with Konoha. Such a person is unworthy of being Raikage!"
"Humph!"
Ai, tightly bound by a golden rope, struggled weakly.
"Having offended Konoha, Tobirama will surely seek revenge upon his return."
Golden Horn glanced playfully at everyone and added sinisterly, "If you wish to stand against Konoha, it's quite simple: just kill Senju Tobirama right here!"
"Is it just you?"
Tobirama, furious, didn't wait for others to react and attacked directly.
"Water Release, Water Breaks Waves!"
A slim stream of water swept towards Silver Horn and Golden Horn like a sharp sword.
"Humph!"
Silver Horn and Golden Horn narrowed their eyes, not directly confronting Tobirama but leaping away, leaving a deep and narrow ravine on the ground.
"Daring to disrupt the peace between Konoha and the Land of Lightning, you are courting your own demise!"
In the midst of the chaos, Tobirama was decisive, turning into an afterimage and rushing toward the Golden Horn, throwing a punch with fierce momentum!
"Sensei! We'll assist you!"
Seeing Tobirama in action, Sarutobi and Danzo stirred, eager to help.
Mito Gate Yan, Qiu Dao Qi Feng, and Chuan Xiaochun refrained from direct confrontation, instead, they pulled out Kubu and surveyed the bewildered Yun Shinobi.
"This... What should we do?"
Though the number of Yun Ninjas at the peace talks was substantial, the highest-ranking among them was only a Jōnin. With Ai held captive by the Golden Horn and Tobirama being the Hokage, the nominal peace negotiations had concluded, leaving them unsure and hesitant.
The Incheon Patriarch, who had rebelled and supported the Golden Horn and Silver Horn in the coup, cautiously stepped aside with his subordinates, observing the situation with a sinister smile, unafraid.
"Tobirama, think this through!"
Seeing Tobirama aggressively advancing, Golden Horn was astonished by his strength and aura. Despite this, he sneered and positioned himself to block Ai, who was bound in front of him.
"Damn!"
Tobirama hesitated for a moment, then vanished abruptly, only to reappear at the side, silently initiating his sealing technique.
"Tobirama, I've heard that you and the Uchiha clan have been the pillars of Konoha for two consecutive terms. You and your elder brother hold significant influence," Golden Horn remarked, observing Tobirama's stoic demeanor. "But look at the state of your Senju clan now. While they may seem formidable on the surface, if something were to happen to you, who else could uphold your clan's legacy?"
"What?!" Tobirama's movements halted abruptly at Golden Horn's words.
"Hahaha, Tobirama, look at your disciples, all talented individuals. Those two... should be called Danzo and Sarutobi Hiizan, right? Alongside Uchiha Kyou, who fell to Li's blade, they are formidable indeed," Golden Horn chuckled, revealing a mouthful of sharp fangs. "Your skill in nurturing disciples is commendable, but unfortunately, they are not of the Thousand-Handed Clan like you!"
"What are you implying?" Tobirama's actions involuntarily slowed down.
"Your disciples may be skilled, but they lack the heritage and strength of the Thousand-Handed Clan," Golden Horn grinned, his voice cutting like a poisoned blade. "If you were to perish here, who from your Senju clan could rise to manage Konoha's affairs?"
Golden Horn's words struck Tobirama deeply, his voice barely audible to Tobirama and those beside him.
Tobirama's brows furrowed in frustration. "This is unfounded...!"
For how long had he, the supreme powerhouse of the ninja world, endured veiled threats?
The immense chakra emanating from the golden and silver horns before them, coupled with their hostage, the Raikage, presented a formidable challenge. Even with the aid of his disciples, success was far from guaranteed.
Although the surrounding Cloud Ninja were mere spectators, should Ai meet her demise here...
Golden Horn's cruel words drove Tobirama to clench his teeth.
Golden Horn's intent wasn't to mock Tobirama, but to state the stark reality. Despite Tobirama's confidence in his abilities, rushing into battle posed great risks.
Even if he vanquished the golden and silver horns, Ai's fate would be sealed, and the Land of Lightning might never recover. Tobirama would bear the burden of such consequences.
Why not retreat, secure his own safety, and allow Golden Horn and Silver Horn to create chaos? The harm to the Land of Lightning might be lesser...
To unite those wavering allies, Golden Horn clamored for Tobirama's demise, even suggesting Tobirama as the ludicrous replacement for the Raikage. Yet, Tobirama was reduced to a mere pawn.
"Attack—!"
Just as Tobirama hesitated, the situation shifted once more, with thousands of ninjas suddenly appearing in the distance, charging aggressively towards them!
"What? Weren't the Tianyun troops supposed to withdraw? How is this possible... These are Golden Horn and Silver Horn's forces!"
Tobirama was taken aback by the sight of their forehead protectors, sensing minimal chakra fluctuations around them.
The presence of the golden and silver horns might be an oversight, but the sheer number of hidden assailants... It seemed Golden Horn and Silver Horn were well-prepared!
"Brother, our reinforcements have arrived as well. It appears our plan has succeeded!" Silver Horn exclaimed, a glint of triumph in his eyes as he turned to Tobirama.
"Retreat!"
The situation had become untenable. Tobirama finally reached a decision and vanished along with his disciple and Anbu.
Faced with thousands of ninjas, victory was impossible.
Tobirama swiftly retreated, turning the peace negotiations into a farce and causing a major scandal in the Land of Lightning.
"Huh—!"
As Tobirama departed, Golden Horn suddenly crumpled, collapsing to the ground.
Earlier, he and Silver Horn had exerted themselves to swiftly defeat Ai. The aftermath of the Tailed Beast Ball was difficult to bear, leading to injuries. Additionally, the silver horn had been considerably depleted. If they had engaged in battle just now, they would have undoubtedly lost.
Fortunately, Golden Horn's words had sown confusion in Tobirama's heart, preventing him from making the right choice.
Now, the tide had turned completely!
"Brother, should we just leave like this?" Silver Horn, sitting on the ground, expressed his fear after contemplating the formidable strength of the Konoha ninjas.
"Let him go back? Haha, that's impossible!"
Golden Horn gazed at the thousands of subordinates assembled and sneered.
"Ai is dead, and the main force of the Land of Lightning is still under the control of C. If our brothers join forces, though we are not afraid of him, dealing with our confidants is still a significant issue.
Whoever Tobirama offended that died, this peace negotiation is now nothing more than waste paper. We'll certainly have to settle scores, and it will be perilous for us at that time."
"But...won't Konoha seek revenge after killing Tobirama?" Silver Horn inquired anxiously.
"Haha, Tobirama is dead, and Konoha is sure to be in chaos. How can they trouble us?"
Golden Horn sneered, "I mentioned earlier, the Senju clan only appears strong on the surface.
The only ones truly qualified to inherit the title of Hokage are Tobirama's disciples.
People are inherently selfish. Once Tobirama is gone, his disciples will only engage in infighting, leaving no time to trouble us.
And don't forget about the Uchiha clan! Hahahaha!
As long as we deal with C, I hope his injuries haven't healed yet!"
Golden Horn clapped his hands together and laughed, a sinister glint in his eyes. The two brothers, skilled hunters, were confident within the Land of Lightning's sphere of influence. They had no worries about catching up with Tobirama.
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