Chapter 146: Strength
"Indeed, these are very
possible. So, what are you going to do?" Shiga Taketake asked Chiba, who
was adjusting Yukina's IV drip.
Kibaglanced at Yukina and said,
"These are just my speculations. There are many details that need to be
considered, and some ideas are more like conjectures. There is no evidence. Do
you think anything could happen?"
Shiga Taketake shook his head and
said, "This is our village, my home. As long as there is something that
harms it, as long as there is a slight possibility, I will act."
Hearing this, Kibapaused slightly,
then resumed his movements.
Our village... my home?
Shiga's mind is truly mature.
Talking to him feels very natural, especially when discussing strategy.
Originally, Kibaasked him to help
with the plan because of his cautious nature, and now Shiga thinks these things
are possible. So, let's assume these things will definitely happen. The next
step is the plan.
Thinking of this, Kibalooked at
Yukina and Hirohiko and said, "I see. Then let's wait for everyone to
gather."
"Agreed," Shiga Taketake
nodded, still impressed by Chiba: Did Kibaget so much information just from Hirohiko's
narration? He considered so many possibilities. Truly impressive!
At that moment, a few people
walked in. It was Kakashi, Obito, and Rin.
"Chiba, I heard that Hirohiko
and Yukina were injured. They didn't..." Obito started talking as he
walked in. Seeing Hirohiko and Yukina on the bed, the words stopped abruptly.
"What's going on here?"
Obito hurried up, looking at Hirohiko, then Yukina, and said, "How did
they get such serious injuries?"
Nohara Rin also walked to Yukina's
bed, her face full of worry. She raised her head and asked Chiba, "Is
Yukina okay?"
"They'll be fine."
Obviously, Obito and Rin were very concerned about Yukina and Hirohiko. Chiba's
reassurance made them feel at ease.
At that moment, Kiuchi Taketo also
came back, with one more person behind him.
Hyuga Yutaka!
When Chiba's eyes met his, his
face immediately hardened. Hyuga Yutaka naturally didn't show a friendly face
either.
Their eyes met, and there seemed
to be a burst of tension.
"Taketo..." Kibalooked
at Kiuchi Taketo, his eyes not very friendly.
Seeing Chiba's gaze, Kiuchi Taketo
was slightly taken aback. He didn't know why Kiba suddenly became unfriendly,
so he said directly, "What's wrong?"
"Hmph, of course, it's
because I'm not welcome anymore," Hyuga Yutaka said bluntly.
Are these two still fighting over the Chunin exam?
Almost at the same time, Shiga
Taketake, Kiuchi Taketo, Kakashi, Obito, and Rin had the same thought.
"Okay, you two, let's put
personal grievances aside for now and focus on the task," Kakashi stepped
forward helplessly, standing between them to prevent further confrontation.
"Hmph!" Almost at the
same time, Kibaand Hyuga Yutaka snorted and tilted their heads.
Everyone in the room shook their
heads and sighed.
"Master Yukina!" Hyuga Yutaka
saw the unconscious Yukina. Seeing her condition, he almost screamed, rushing
to her side and pushing Kiba away.
Kibawas pushed aside, frowning,
almost subconsciously touching his ninja bag.
In the next second, he saw Hyuga Yutaka
looking at Yukina with genuine concern. The hand behind his back slightly
loosened.
This guy really cares about Yukina!
From Hyuga Yutaka's gaze, Kiba could
clearly see this.
"She's alright! Out of
danger! How could it be so serious? How did you protect her?" In the next
second, Hyuga Yutaka turned abruptly, grabbed Kiba by the collar, and lifted
him, staring angrily.
The action was so swift and sudden
that no one thought of it, even Chiba, who was startled.
Kakashi covered his face with his
hands.
I always feel like we're going to fight.
"Hey, Yutaka, Chiba, this is
a hospital. They're still in a coma, calm down!" Kakashi shouted in a deep
voice.
At that moment, Kakashi clearly
saw the anger in Chiba's eyes and Chiba's hand stretching behind his back.
However, as soon as Kakashi spoke,
Chiba's hand relaxed. No kunai or shuriken was in his hand. A look of
astonishment appeared on his face, and he said, "It's fine, but don't move
around. It's best not to touch them."
Hyuga Yutaka... With this look, is he blaming
himself? His anger isn't aimed at me but at himself!
Kiba looked into Hyuga Yutaka's
eyes, staying silent as the angry expression gradually faded.
Hyuga Yutaka noticed the change in
Chiba's expression. Although anger remained, he took a deep breath, put Kiba down
slowly, and said angrily, "You better come up with a brilliant idea,
allowing me to kill those ninjas with my own hands and avenge Master Yukina, or
I will not spare you!"
After throwing down that sentence,
Hyuga Yutaka turned around, walked to Kakashi's side, tightly holding the iron
railing of the hospital bed, staring at Chiba.
Obviously, Hyuga Yutaka knew about
the invasion and the situation of Yukina and Hirohiko. However, he didn't know
Yukina was hurt so badly.
Kakashi let out a long breath and
said, "It's almost time. Let's talk about your plan."
After Kakashi spoke, everyone's
eyes were on Chiba.
Kiba glanced at Hyuga Yutaka, took
a deep breath, and said, "Before I tell you the plan, let me analyze the
current situation."
Everyone stayed silent, signaling Kibato
continue.
"First of all, Taketo, you
reported to Hokage-sama. What did Hokage-sama say?" Kiba asked Kiuchi
Taketo.
"Hokage-sama didn't say
anything, just let me go home and rest well," Kiuchi Taketo said.
"Then, Hokage-sama, who heard
Taketo's report, summoned Shinsuke-sama. I also traveled with Shinsuke-sama,
met Taketo on the way, and learned about the situation here. Then I parted ways
with Shinsuke-sama and arrived here," Hyuga Yutaka added, his expression
still not good.
Although Hyuga Yutaka's face and
tone were not good, Kiba nodded, "Master Shinsuke has been summoned,
meaning Hokage-sama believes our deduction and has taken measures. According to
what Hokage-sama told Taketo, Hokage-sama won't let us children fight. Even if
we ask Hokage-sama to participate in the rescue plan or guard against possible
enemies, he won't agree and will strictly prohibit it. So if we participate, we
violate Hokage's order. You should think about it."
Kiba glanced around.
Violating Hokage's orders is taboo
for these ninja-educated children.
However, everyone's reactions made
Kiba understand his deduction was correct.
There was hesitation on everyone's
face. But Kiba didn't say anything, they needed to figure it out on their own.
The next task is to risk their lives!
He is a little surprised now. Since traveling to
Naruto's world, except when he gave up on himself, he has been thinking about
how to survive the three wars, to avoid losing his life.
At this moment, according to
Hirohiko's narration, one can clearly know how strong the opponent is. Hirohiko
and Yukina were two-on-one, and it is impossible for him to win a fight. Yukina
and he are not as strong as those Kumogakure ninjas.
Even those Kumogakure ninjas are stronger than that
strong man!
A fight would be life-threatening,
Kiba thought clearly. Although Hirohiko's narration skipped many fighting
scenes, he knew it.
One-on-one with those Kumogakure
ninjas, the probability of failure or death is 99%!
However, he wasn't afraid, and he
didn't want to escape. Even if Namikaze Minato took action himself, he didn't
have the slightest thought of just waiting for the result. On the contrary, his
heart was so firm that even death couldn't shake it.
Definitely, save Kushina!
"I want to be a Hokage ninja.
If I don't solve the crisis in the village because my life is in danger, then
what qualifications do I have to become a Hokage?" Obito raised his
goggles, a determined smile appearing. The look of hesitation didn't seem to
stay on his face at all.
"Obito..."
As soon as Obito's words came out,
everyone's faces were stunned.
Then, those hesitant expressions
disappeared completely.
"Chiba, I told you, this is
our village, my home. I will never allow others to mess around. As long as
there is a slight possibility of harming it, I will rule it out!" Shiga
Taketake glanced at Obito, saying seriously.
"If you hurt Master Yukina
like this, if I don't wipe them all out, I won't have the face to put on the
name 'Hyuga' again." Hyuga Yutaka said with a cold snort.
"If Teacher Shinsuke faced
our situation, he would not hesitate to participate," Kiuchi Taketo said
firmly.
"I'm also Konoha's
ninja." Nohara Rin glanced at Obito and smiled.
"Then, let's continue. The
mission to eliminate the village's hazards!"
Kakashi narrowed his eyes
slightly, with a determined smile ...an unshakable sense of strength and unity
within him. The collective determination in the eyes of his friends filled him
with a newfound confidence.
Kiba looked around at each of
them—Kakashi, Obito, Rin, Shiga Taketake, Kiuchi Taketo, and even Hyuga Yutaka.
They were all ready to face whatever challenge lay ahead, willing to risk
everything to protect their home and their loved ones.
"Alright," Kiba said,
his voice steady and resolute. "Here's the plan."