The Hand of God Creates the Strongest Hidden Mist Village

Chapter 3 Auspicious Three Treasures

The forests of the Land of Fire are completely different from the misty landscape of the Land of Water.

The air was fresh, sunlight filtered through layers of leaves, casting dappled patterns, and the sounds of birds and insects filled the air, creating a vibrant atmosphere.

"Captain, no chakra reaction has been detected within the first kilometer."

One of the Chunin in the group, who was skilled in sensory perception, reported in a low voice.

Sweat beaded on his forehead; maintaining his perception spell continuously was no easy task for him.

"Okay, that's good. Keep up the pace."

"Captain Cheng seems to be very cautious about this mission."

Yosuke Okawa suddenly spoke up.

Along the way, Makoto Koji's behavior was quite different from what he had expected of a spoiled brat.

He neither complained about being tired nor gave orders haphazardly.

They were even quite adept at arranging marching routes and rest stops.

"Better safe than sorry."

"Heh, just a rendezvous mission."

Makoto Hoshigaki, standing to the side, scoffed, "The Konoha front is stretched thin, our border forces are weak, and with the sabotage by the Ninja Swordsmen, I even think we could infiltrate the heart of the Land of Fire and even Konoha!"

Then he was hit by Hiruzen Sarutobi's Cage and Fire Five Elements Combo?

Even if Konoha were to fight on four fronts simultaneously, the Hokage could remain calm and composed, and the high-ranking members of the Ninja Darkness and other high-ranking officials would remain unmoved.

With such profound foundation, how can Wuyin compare?

Gouju Cheng glanced at him but didn't say anything.

Ignorance is bliss.

Thanks to Makoto Goji's insistence, the team's progress was not fast, but it was exceptionally steady, avoiding several terrains that might be suitable for an ambush.

The following evening, they finally arrived at the designated rendezvous area.

A secluded clearing in the woods beside a stream in a valley.

According to the plan, they will lie in wait here, awaiting the signal from the Seven Ninja Swordsmen after they have completed their mission.

"Disperse, scout the surrounding area, and set up early warning traps."

Gouju Cheng lowered his voice and gave the order, then leaped onto a huge rock by the stream to survey the surrounding environment from above.

With its relatively open view and the cover provided by trees and rocks, this is indeed a good rendezvous point.

Makoto Hoshigaki and Yosuke Okawa split up, each taking two Chunin to set up the outer perimeter security.

The other sensory chunin took the opportunity to rest and replenish his chakra.

As darkness fell, the light in the forest became dim.

The stream babbled, insects chirped, and everything seemed peaceful.

"Whoosh—Bang!"

A sharp whistling sound ripped through the night sky without warning, followed by a blinding red flare that exploded suddenly in the northeastern woodland, staining a small patch of the sky red, completely out of place with the otherwise tranquil night.

"A signal flare?!"

Hoshino exclaimed in surprise, a look of astonishment and uncertainty appearing on his face for the first time.

"How did they get there? And the time is wrong!"

According to the schedule, there are still at least three days until the scheduled pick-up time.

Three days earlier than expected.

The location also deviated by several kilometers, which is definitely not a normal response situation!

"All personnel, state of emergency!"

Makoto Gojibana barked, "Abandon our current position! Advance at full speed towards the signal transmission point! Yosuke Hoshigaki, you two go ahead to scout ahead, stay hidden, and confirm the situation!"

"yes!"

Two figures shot out like arrows released from a bow, disappearing into the dim woods.

Makoto Karatachi followed closely behind with three Chunin.

The two places are not far apart; a ninja could reach them in no time.

However, the scene before them caused Makoto Hoshigaki and Yosuke Okawa, who had arrived first, to stop abruptly, their pupils shrinking as they could hardly believe their eyes.

Three disheveled figures, supporting each other, staggered towards them.

The leader was none other than Pipa Shizang.

He was covered in blood, and the decapitation sword he was famous for was now only half a blade.

Behind him were Raiga Kurosuki and Suigetsu Hozuki.

Both of them were dressed in rags and looked utterly disheveled.

Lei Ya was covered in wounds, and the light of his thunder blade had dimmed.

The pufferfish demon had most of his long hair singed, and the Samehada in his hand looked listless, wrapped around his wrist as if he had just finished performing a ritual.

Where is the aura of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, who once dominated the ninja world?

The Three Auspicious Treasures!

They've truly become auspicious trio!

"Yes, it's Lord Pipa Juzo!"

Hoshino exclaimed in surprise, his voice filled with disbelief.

How could the once-renowned Seven Ninja Swordsmen have fallen to such a state!

"Lord Juzo, Lord Raiga, where are the others?"

"Stop talking nonsense and get out of here!"

Pipa Juzo coughed up a mouthful of blood, still shaken, and said, "The pursuers from Konoha will probably be here soon, let's retreat!"

Pursuers 1.

Looking at the auspicious three treasures in front of him, Gouju Cheng felt a sense of relief.

With the three treasures appearing, Might Guy should have already burned out.

However, the Konoha pursuers behind them were probably quite strong; otherwise, even if the three ninja swordsmen were seriously injured, they shouldn't have fled in such a panic and in such a sorry state.

"Yosuke, Makoto, take the three adults and retreat according to the original plan!"

Without saying much, Yosuke Okawa immediately stepped forward to help up Raiga Kurosuki, who was the most seriously injured.

Shinichi Hoshigaki also realized what was happening and quickly went to help Suigetsu Hobutsuki. Makoto Karatachi looked at Juzo Biwa in front of him, then pulled the somewhat dazed Chunin over and shoved him onto his back.

"Lord Juzo, please forgive me!"

"Smoke grenades, explosive tag traps, use everything we brought to buy as much time as possible."

"Yes, yes, Captain!"

The remaining two Chunin hurriedly began setting up obstacles, while Makoto Karatachi left behind the words, "I'll explore the retreat route first," and then disappeared from everyone's sight.

This textbook-perfect procedure left the three ninja swordsmen completely bewildered.

"Walk!"

Yosuke Okawa succinctly stated his intentions, then slung his black hoe, Raiga, over his shoulder and headed towards the planned retreat route.

Makoto Hoshigaki and the other Chunin immediately followed, their smoke bombs hissing as thick smoke instantly enveloped the valley entrance.

……

"Captain Fugaku, the remaining three Hidden Mist Ninja Swordsmen are at their last gasp. This pursuit will surely bring them to victory!"

Several figures sped past through the bushes.

The leader wore the iconic Konoha Jonin vest, had short black hair, a serious expression, and the Uchiha clan crest embroidered on his shoulders. His blood-red, three-tomoe Sharingan eyes were rapidly scanning the surroundings.

He was followed by four Konoha ninja.

One person, wearing a trench coat and sunglasses, looked quite aloof.

The other three have different appearances, but their every move forms a clever complementary posture, as if they are a whole that has cooperated countless times.

"We must not be careless."

Fugaku Uchiha's voice was calm and steady.

"Those three are, after all, renowned members of the Mist Village's Ninja Swordsmen. Even though they are severely injured, their final counterattack should not be underestimated."

"yes!"

The group quickened their pace again.

However, just as they broke through a thicket of bushes, a large amount of dense gray smoke suddenly exploded, obscuring their vision.

"laugh!"

"Watch out for ambushes!"

One of them gave a low shout, and the others immediately stopped in their tracks, adopting a defensive stance.

Fugaku Uchiha frowned slightly and quickly formed hand seals.

"Wind Release: Great Breakthrough!"

A strong gust of wind blew out of his mouth, instantly dispersing most of the smoke and triggering the makeshift explosive tag traps.

Several explosions rang out, but their power was limited, only raising more dust, and they did not cause any damage to the Fugaku squad that was on high alert.

"It was just ordinary smoke grenades and detonators, and the setup was very rushed."

The guy with his hair in a bun and the Nara clan crest on his collar quickly checked his surroundings.

"However, the Ninja Swordsmen were heavily injured, so someone must have been there to meet them, set up a simple blockade, and then quickly withdrew."

"They're carrying wounded soldiers; even with backup, they can't get far." Fugaku glanced at the messy marks on the ground. "So, Shima, can you still pinpoint their location?"

Aburame Shima, standing to the side, pushed up his sunglasses, and a dense swarm of black insects emerged from his cuffs, emitting a low buzzing sound.

"Yes, they are seriously injured and have left behind strong enough chakra traces... The swarm has locked onto the direction, which is in the southeast."

"very good."

Fugaku Uchiha's eyes slowly rotated with the three tomoe, his voice icy.

"These bastards must pay for the crimes they committed in the Land of Fire."

Although the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist were defeated quickly, they still caused considerable casualties in the heart of the Land of Fire, including damage to Uchiha clan's affiliated businesses.

This debt must be repaid at a sufficient price!

"Chase them! We must intercept and kill them before they escape back to the Land of Water!"

"yes!"