Other Konoha ninja reacted quickly. All of them simultaneously used Water Style: Wild Water Wave, attempting to extinguish Uchiha Madara's Fire Style: Majestic Destroyer Flame.
"This level of Water Style, even with so many people, is futile!" Uchiha Madara said with disdain, not even lifting an eyelid at the actions of the Konoha ninja.
Then, under the gaze of everyone present, dozens of Water Style jutsu struck Uchiha Madara's Majestic Destroyer Flame. A large cloud of white steam instantly rose, and the flames of the Majestic Destroyer Flame seemed to weaken momentarily.
However, it was far from enough. The Konoha ninja's attack had only reduced the power of the Majestic Destroyer Flame by one-third. The flames, still spanning over twenty meters, continued to surge towards the Konoha ninja.
And… it was close!
"This… such a terrifying ninjutsu!" Seeing this, all the Konoha ninja present felt a chill in their hearts.
However, they were all well-trained ninja. Despite the dire situation, they didn't panic excessively.
With a flash of thought, they all leaped to the sides, dodging Uchiha Madara's Majestic Destroyer Flame.
Although they dodged the attack, there wasn't a trace of relief on their faces.
They had dodged the attack, but the gate of Konoha Village was still behind them…
"Boom!!!" A loud explosion resounded. The gate of Konoha Village was completely obliterated. Even the surrounding walls were shattered into fragments. The entire front of Konoha Village was torn open with a massive gap.
"What a bastard… Konoha Village's gate was burned down with just one attack." The Konoha ninja said with resentment. This was an immense humiliation for them.
"Konoha Village ninja, as expected, are still as weak as ever," Uchiha Madara remarked with a smile that didn't reach his eyes, seeing this scene.
"Uchiha Madara… is he that strong with just one Fire Style attack…" Uchiha Itachi muttered to himself, his heart growing more worried about Konoha's situation.
"So, Lord Uchiha Madara, what do you plan to do next?" Kabuto asked. As the caster of Edo Tensei, he could communicate directly with the reanimated individual.
"It's been a while since I've stretched my limbs. Let me play around first. You, have this ninja named Uchiha Itachi search for the whereabouts of that Kaoru. Inform me when you find him…" Madara said, shaking his head slightly. He moved instantly, charging directly towards the Konoha ninja ahead.
"He's charging at us!" The leading Konoha ninja had just shouted this when Uchiha Madara was already in front of him. An elbow strike directly to the head sent the Konoha ninja spitting blood from all seven orifices and falling unconscious.
The other Konoha ninja reacted swiftly, surrounding Uchiha Madara. Madara's face contorted into a sinister smile. As he moved, numerous Konoha ninja were sent flying.
"I see. He's dealing with these Konoha ninja using only taijutsu. Lord Uchiha Madara truly has the leisure…" Seeing this, Kabuto showed a helpless smile. "In that case, I'll have Uchiha Itachi make his move first."
With his words, Itachi's body moved again. He swiftly bypassed the outer Konoha ninja and entered Konoha Village.
"If you want to know Kaoru's whereabouts, going directly to the Hokage Building to inquire is the best option." Kabuto said with a sinister smile, controlling Itachi as he rushed towards the Hokage Building.
"Uchiha Itachi, long time no see!" A cold voice rang out. Kakashi appeared before Itachi. Not only him, but also Chōji Akimichi and his father, Chōza Akimichi, were by his side. They had received orders from Tsunade that there was an enemy attack at the village entrance and had rushed over.
"What is your purpose here?" Facing the formidable S-rank rogue ninja, Kakashi couldn't help but adopt a defensive stance, his Sharingan opening. However, upon seeing Itachi's condition, he seemed to understand.
"Edo Tensei…?"
"I am controlled by Kabuto, which is why I'm attacking Konoha. I'm not alone; Uchiha Madara, the real Uchiha Madara, is at the village entrance!" Itachi blurted out upon seeing Kakashi.
"The real Uchiha Madara?!" Kakashi couldn't help but be shocked upon hearing Itachi's words.
"The real Uchiha Madara?!" Kakashi couldn't help but be shocked upon hearing Itachi's words.
"There's no time for anything else now. In short, Uchiha Madara is incredibly powerful. We must find Kaoru first. With his strength, he might be able to hold him off," Itachi said urgently. "Also, if possible, bring Naruto here too. I need his help!"
"Kaoru, Naruto…" Hearing Itachi's words, Kakashi hesitated for a moment. Uchiha Itachi was a notorious S-rank rogue ninja. Although he was attacking Konoha under control, could his words be trusted?
Seeing Kakashi's hesitation, Itachi immediately understood his concerns and continued, "In any case, tell this to the Third Hokage. He'll know what to do!"
"The Third Hokage… Alright!" Kakashi nodded and then looked at Chōji Akimichi. "Chōji, report this matter to the Hokage immediately!"
"Yes!" Chōji Akimichi nodded and headed back towards the Hokage Building.
"What is Itachi planning? He knows our objective is Uchiha Kaoru, yet he's asking the Konoha people to summon Kaoru, and also to bring out the Nine-Tails Jinchūriki…" Kabuto frowned, then a smile appeared on his lips. "But that's fine too. Uchiha Kaoru and the Nine-Tails can be captured together."
"However, our conversation ends here for now!" As Kabuto's voice rang out, Itachi's body moved again. His three-tomoe Sharingan began to merge, forming the Mangekyo Sharingan!
"I'm going to use Amaterasu. Kakashi, be careful!" Although he couldn't control his body, Itachi immediately shouted.
"Understood! Earth Style: Earth Release Wall!" Prompted by Itachi, Kakashi immediately formed hand seals. An earth wall rose directly in front of him and Chōji Akimichi. In the next moment, black flames instantly engulfed the earth wall!
"Finally blocked it. Amaterasu is too effective for surprise attacks," Kakashi thought to himself, wiping the sweat from his brow.
"This is troublesome. If Itachi's mind remains clear, he'll reveal our tactics, but if I control him completely, his strength will be weakened. It's a difficult choice," Kabuto couldn't help but frown as he witnessed this. "However, if I use that move, even if our tactics are revealed, it won't matter!"
"Susanoo!!!"
As Kabuto manipulated him, a red giant instantly materialized around Itachi!
This red giant grew rapidly, from bones to flesh, enveloping it!
"Damn it, things are getting worse and worse." Kakashi couldn't help but feel a sense of dread at the appearance of the red giant.
Meanwhile, Chōji Akimichi had also arrived at the Hokage Building and reported Itachi's words to Tsunade.
"Find Kaoru and Naruto?!" Hearing Chōji Akimichi's report, Tsunade hesitated. What did Uchiha Itachi mean by these words? Could it be a trap to lure Naruto out for a sweep? And Kaoru and his sister were currently out of the village, and even she didn't know where to find them.
"Let's follow Itachi's advice and have Jiraiya bring Naruto back from Mount Myōboku!" At this moment, a powerful, aged voice rang out. Tsunade turned and saw the Third Hokage: Hiruzen Sarutobi.
The Third Hokage was now wearing battle attire, seemingly ready for combat at any moment.
"But Uchiha Itachi is an S-rank rogue ninja. His words…" Tsunade said worriedly.
"I trust his words," the Third Hokage said in a deep voice. "I'll tell you the details about Uchiha Itachi later. For now, we must focus on dealing with the current emergency!"
"Alright, I understand. Immediately dispatch messenger frogs to notify Naruto!" Tsunade slammed the table decisively. "Everyone else, prepare for battle!"
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