[73] : Shin Joins the Battle

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The result of Orochimaru and Jiraiya's discussion was that if the Third Kazekage joined the battle, the three of them would team up to hold him back.

On a battlefield with thousands of Shinobi, a Kage-level fighter might seem insignificant, but their impact was still immense. They could create a breakthrough, potentially leading to a complete rout.

Tsunade was worried. Even though Konoha was strong, facing two other Hidden Villages and Amegakure was a challenge.

With the Third Kazekage joining the fray, Konoha might be defeated.

Konoha's strongest period was probably during the Third Shinobi World War, with the Sannin, the Yellow Flash Minato Namikaze, Hiruzen Sarutobi, and Danzō Shimura.

But now, during the Second War, the Sannin were still developing; they hadn't earned their title yet.

"Why the long face? It's just the Third Kazekage."

Shin said to Tsunade, who glared at him in response.

Just the Third Kazekage? How could he underestimate him so much? He was known as the strongest Kazekage in history.

A good reputation wasn't easily earned.

Tsunade rolled her eyes at Shin. "You three stay in camp for the next few days," she ordered.

This was for their protection.

"Want me to take out the Third Kazekage?" Shin offered.

"No."

Tsunade refused without hesitation. She knew Shin was strong, but she didn't think he was stronger than a Kage.

And the Third Kazekage wasn't just any Kage; he was the strongest Kazekage, with a Kekkei Genkai.

"I knew you'd say that."

Shin shook his head and returned to their tent with Kushina, Mikoto, and Konan.

He had been staying in camp for the past few days, training and teaching Konan the Chakra Refinement Technique.

He hadn't been on any missions, but he was well-informed. He knew Konoha had suffered several defeats. Even with Orochimaru, Jiraiya, and Tsunade working together, they couldn't turn the tide.

It wasn't that they couldn't defeat the Third Kazekage. They could handle him together.

But Suna had other powerful Shinobi, like Chiyo and her brother, Ebizo, both Kage-level.

Against them, the Sannin were at a disadvantage.

"Tsunade, are you injured?"

Shin noticed blood on Tsunade's arm.

"Tsunade-sensei is hurt!" Mikoto rushed over to examine the wound.

There was a deep gash on Tsunade's right arm.

"It's nothing. Just a scratch from that old hag Chiyo's puppet."

Tsunade's eyes flashed with anger. She wouldn't have been injured if Chiyo hadn't used her puppets to attack while Tsunade was busy fending off the Third Kazekage.

Shin examined the wound. It was deep, but not life-threatening. It hadn't reached the bone. With Tsunade's healing abilities and Medical Ninjutsu, she would recover in a few days.

Shin channeled green Chakra into his hand and placed it on Tsunade's arm.

Tsunade was surprised. "You learned the Mystical Palm Jutsu?"

The Mystical Palm Jutsu was an advanced Medical Ninjutsu. Tsunade had taught it to him just a few days ago. She hadn't expected him to master it so quickly.

"You know, I have thousands of Shadow Clones helping me train. It only took a few days."

With thousands of clones practicing the Mystical Palm Jutsu, an hour was equivalent to months of training for others.

But Shadow Clones could only assist with Ninjutsu training. Chakra refining, Taijutsu, and Kenjutsu still required him to train personally.

"How are Orochimaru and Jiraiya?" Shin asked.

Tsunade had recovered from her shock. Shin had surprised her so many times that she was becoming immune to it.

"Orochimaru has some minor injuries. Jiraiya is worse; he won't be able to fight for at least half a month," Tsunade sighed.

"What's the plan?" Shin asked.

"Orochimaru wants to avoid further conflict and wait for reinforcements. It's been a few days; they should arrive soon."

Shin shook his head. "I don't think reinforcements are coming. If the Third Kazekage is involved, he won't let us send for help so easily. The messenger was probably intercepted."

It was just a guess, but Shin was almost certain. Suna wouldn't allow Konoha to call for reinforcements.

"Avoiding conflict isn't that easy. I'm going to the battlefield tomorrow," Shin said.

"What? Why?" Tsunade was alarmed.

"I've been on the front lines for so long, and I haven't even seen the battlefield. That's pathetic." Shin grinned.

"This is not a joke, Shin! The battlefield is dangerous!" Tsunade scolded him.

"I know you're worried about me, but I can protect myself. Besides, I want to see how strong I am now."

"And seeing you injured... it makes me want to avenge you and teach that old hag Chiyo some manners."

Shin finally persuaded Tsunade. Or rather, she realized she couldn't stop him.

Even if she disagreed, Shin would still go.

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The next day, on the battlefield, Orochimaru noticed Shin.

"Shin-kun? What are you doing here?"

"Orochimaru-sama, the Third Kazekage isn't that much older than you, is he? I'm disappointed you can't defeat him."

Shin looked at Orochimaru's injuries. They were minor, but he still looked a bit battered.

Orochimaru frowned. "Shin-kun, you're not here to help us defend against Suna, are you?"

"Yeah, if we lose, we're all doomed. I have to think about my own safety."

Shin watched the approaching Suna forces, his eyes turned serious. It was clear that Suna wanted to crush Konoha before reinforcements arrived.

If Konoha received reinforcements, and Hiruzen joined the battle, Suna wouldn't stand a chance.

"So, Shin-kun, how do you plan to help? Do you have a way to repel them?"

Orochimaru looked at Shin. He didn't believe Shin could turn the tide, but he was curious.

Orochimaru's senses were sharp. He could sense danger emanating from Shin.

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