Crackle, splatter...
On the battlefield, the sound of weapons being thrown to the ground gradually echoed, becoming increasingly dense.
All the Hidden Mist Ninjas imitated Biwa Juzo's actions, crouching down and abandoning their final resistance.
"You must be wondering why I, a member of the Uchiha Clan, possess the Dead Bone Pulse, excel in Hozuki Secret Technique of Water Release, Boil Release, Lava Release, and also Ice Release, these unique jutsus of the Hidden Mist..."
Aomi clasped his hands together, using water and oil to once again create a stout Tobirama Puppet over ten meters tall, seated on its shoulder, adding:
"And also the Steaming Danger, this unique secret technique of the Second Mizukage?"
Having witnessed this move, the previously resisting Hidden Mist Ninjas were completely thrown into chaos, their eyes trembling.
Is this really a battle against Konoha, or are they battling against Master Gengetsu, the Second Mizukage?
This feeling is too unbelievable, the complex emotions are beyond words.
Aomi sat on the shoulder of the Tobirama Puppet, revealed his ossified arm, shaking his head: "This question, I cannot answer for you..."
"But what I want you to know is that I have feelings for the Hidden Mist Village, I don't see you as enemies, but rather hope you can work with me, to make life and the future better."
"In the response from Konoha, I had already informed you—if you can't continue in the Hidden Mist, you are welcome to Konoha."
The Hidden Mist Ninjas exchanged glances, and then their pupils gradually expanded…
Could it be that the resolute response from Konoha was not written by Sarutobi Hiruzen, the Third Hokage, but by this Lord Uchiha Aomi?!
At that time, when the Hidden Mist saw this response, they laughed thunderously, and it became a joke, with many jokingly considering joining Konoha…
Although this village is chaotic, the frail Konoha wanting people to join, what a joke it was!
But just like a boomerang, the laughter of old eventually shattered their hearts one day…
Facing the dozen meters high Steaming Danger, all Hidden Mist Ninjas recalled the knowledge they learned at the Ninja School.
Although the Third Mizukage was called the strongest Mizukage, the ninjas who knew the village's competition rules all understood that he was merely a defeated subordinate of the Second Mizukage...
This signature jutsu of Hozuki Gengetsu, in Aomi's hands, appeared even more exaggerated than the textbooks portrayed.
The chubby Tobirama Puppet looked comical, yet this humor concealed a sense of immense pressure, leaving the Hidden Mist Ninjas breathless...
"I once gave you the opportunity, but perhaps you did not know me then, so I do not blame you."
Aomi said calmly:
"The Blood Mist policy, in my opinion, stems from the Mizukage's insufficient capability, using laughable excuses to distract the various Ninja Clans, a clumsy method to consolidate power."
"I'll tell you honestly, I intend to lead Konoha's forces across the ocean to occupy the Hidden Mist Village; it's an undeniable fact."
"But judging by my affection for the Hidden Mist, I swear upon the Uchiha Clan's honor that as long as everyone present pledges allegiance to me, I will consider you as one of us, allowing the light of the Will of Fire to shine upon you without bias."
Aomi slowly scanned the crowd of Hidden Mist Ninjas, exchanging a glance with Kaguya Kimijiro...
Kaguya Kimijiro shuddered, loudly proclaimed, "Lord Aomi, the Kaguya Clan feels your benevolence, and we will forever follow under your banner!"
The other Kaguya members were momentarily stunned, "How could this boy represent us?"
But the next moment, those with the Dead Bone Pulse recalled Aomi's Bone Armor Mask and the awkward use of Mystical Palm Jutsu entwined around his fist, and hurriedly followed Kaguya Kimijiro, swiftly expressing their loyalty.
An unprecedented genius with the Dead Bone Pulse, and he wasn't a battle maniac, someone who would spare their lives!
Isn't this the perfect clan leader?
The Kaguya members were quite double-standard; they believed that the strong should have the intention to kill, and the weak should just die off.
Yet, when a master of the Dead Bone Pulse was in a position to crush everyone, the Kaguya members felt it was better to be reasonable.
If not reasonable, wouldn't they have all been killed?
Clearly, Aomi had compassion for them…
After some stern teaching, these members, who had no tricky schemes, who already had thoughts of rebelling against the Hidden Mist, simply followed Kaguya Kimijiro and pledged allegiance to Aomi, becoming the foremost clan in allegiance.
Witnessing this scene, Terumi Mei, sweating anxiously, glared back at a few old figures in her clan, eyes seemingly saying—
"Always thought the Kaguya Clan was brainless, now look, you all are the real brainless ones!"
"Speak up, what else are you thinking about?"
Consequently, the Terumi Clan members also began shouting their allegiance to Aomi, growing louder and louder.
Kisame and Zabuza crossed their arms, glancing at their former Anbu colleagues one by one, with playful eyes.
This time, not just Anbu joined, but even members of the Hozuki Clan cheered happily...
This is Steaming Danger!
The lost ultimate technique of the Hozuki Clan, once again replicated in the Ninja World, by an Aomi who is willing to see them as one of his own!
Just like Sima Yi's Luo River Oath, in the current Ninja World, if a prestigious clan like the Uchiha swore by their family honor, it carries significant weight…
The fact that Aomi was willing to guarantee in the name of the Uchiha proves that he indeed has a heart for the Hidden Mist Village…
As for why Aomi could master the Hozuki Secret Technique, Dead Bone Pulse, Lava Release, and Ice Release, the signature secret techniques of the Hidden Mist, everyone had their own speculations, but it no longer mattered!
Who doesn't have secrets?
Especially the secrets of the strong, better not to pry unnecessarily, just knowing they're willing to give an opportunity is enough.
Gradually.
From the first unknown Hidden Mist Ninja, everyone present knelt halfway down, looking up at Aomi on the shoulder of the Tobirama Puppet, with anticipation, fear, and hope in their eyes.
Aomi slowly clasped his hands together, with massive medical chakra gathering in his hands, compressed into an ultimate light orb.
With a gentle motion, the green orb floated into the sky, and the warm glow shone upon the wounded, revitalizing their bodies that had reached their limits.
Under the glow, Aomi's figure seemed even more divine and elusive…
"Kisame, Terumi Mei, Zabuza, Kaguya Kimijiro."
Aomi called out their names, smiling: "You have three days to reorganize the Root's Hidden Mist Division, to talk to these new members about the Will of the Root and the Will of Fire."
"After that, follow me to reclaim our Hidden Mist Village, understood?"
"Hizashi, lead the Root members and everyone to mingle, from now on we're all one community."
Terumi Mei and others readily accepted the command, and as former traitorous ninjas, they began to describe the benefits and treatment of being part of the Root with a proud yet mysterious attitude.
Also, the story of how, during the Chunin Exams, Aomi had spared them…
These stories attracted more and more Hidden Mist Ninjas to gather together, all attentively listening to the new Mizukage's anecdotes.
"Aomi, are you going to be the Mizukage?"
Senju Tobirama's expression was complex as he looked at the chubby puppet standing beside him and said wistfully:
"The honor of the Uchiha Clan, I never thought it could be so useful, tell me, how many times have you made vows with it?"
"As for how many times, I've forgotten."
Aomi laughed and shook his head, "But I can add one more, Tobirama, I swear upon the honor of the Uchiha Clan, I will revive you..."
Senju Tobirama shook his head dismissively, but the joy was visible in his eyes.
Aomi rolled his eyes, some people, even at an old age, remain so childish at heart.
"The issue with the Hidden Mist needs to be resolved before a full-scale war breaks out in other regions, I still have work to do…"
"Tsunade over there with Shisui, Asuma and the Might duo, and Uchiha Obito and Black Zetsu over at the Hidden Rock, are all important pieces..."
Aomi calculated these valuable confrontation targets, gradually shifting his thoughts back to the recently coaxed Tobirama by his side.
With someone like this watching, it seems rather inconvenient to get things done?
Apparently, Aomi intended to find a way to block Tobirama's perception, but what excuse to use?
Meanwhile, the emotionally moved Senju Tobirama hadn't the faintest idea—
Aomi had already planned to stop letting him watch the live feed!