chsdbacks Chapter 198: What if Izuna were to sacrifice himself?
Chapter 198: What if Izuna were to sacrifice himself?
"Facts have long proven that when war was just an empty and abstract concept, the vast majority of people would confidently say that they were willing to go."
"But once cruelty comes into play, when it comes to sacrificing your son, your father, your beloved flesh and blood whom you cherish as your own life, no one will do it willingly anymore."
"Moreover, our Konoha has no experience in large-scale warfare. It is no longer the era of ninja clans fighting individually."
"Logistical support, meticulous combat planning, and overall control of the war situation are all lacking. We have never fought a major war at the level of the ninja world, and we are not familiar with places outside the Land of Fire."
Izuna's expression was somber as he spoke clearly, word by word.
"Izuna? Have you perhaps stayed in these peaceful times for too long, and long since lost the courage you once had to face the blade?"
Madara Uchiha frowned and said, "With Hashirama's and my strength, there might not be any need to mobilize the entire ninja world. Besides, war always requires sacrifices, which is unavoidable."
"Big brother."
Izuna looked directly at Madara and calmly asked, "What if it's me who has to make that necessary sacrifice?"
"this...."
Madara Uchiha was instantly speechless, opening his mouth as if to say something but then stopping himself.
Yes, when sacrifice is no longer a vague and general term.
Instead, when it came to his only cherished younger brother, all the high-sounding reasons instantly collapsed.
Ban said: War requires necessary sacrifices.
But what if Izuna had been the one to die in the war?
Ban said: That won't work.
"Yes, Izuna is right!"
Hashirama Senju, with his gentle expression, nodded slightly and smiled warmly at Izuna, completely agreeing with his statement.
Madara Uchiha's expression darkened, and he sat back down in his original spot, sullen and radiating a suppressed emotion.
Seeing his brother's troubled expression, Izuna couldn't help but lower his voice and try to persuade him again, "Brother, our Mangekyou Sharingan is simply not enough to support a war that will sweep across the entire ninja world..."
This is another core reason why Izuna insisted on opposing the war: the damage and side effects of the Mangekyou Sharingan had long become a fatal hidden danger that could not be ignored.
Izuna didn't want to see his older brother go blind.
Upon hearing this, Madara Uchiha froze, his hands hanging at his sides clenching tightly.
Izuna did remind him.
His Mangekyou Sharingan was deteriorating rapidly.
My vision was already so blurry that I was almost severely nearsighted.
If someone in this state were to step onto the battlefield of the Ninja World War, it would undoubtedly be a huge disadvantage, and might even become a weakness.
Although he said he was fine
But that was just showing off.
In the past, he would often use his Kaleidoscope to go and fight Hashirama in order to challenge him.
That won't work now, because you really can't just use a kaleidoscope randomly.
"Madara, our lifelong dream has been to protect the peace of the ninja world. Now that this wish has been fulfilled, why should we actively start a war and destroy this hard-won stability?"
Hashirama Senju softened his tone and gently advised.
Madara Uchiha turned to look at Hashirama, sighed deeply, and finally revealed the hidden worry in his heart: "I'm afraid that after we die, the peace we have now will be nothing but a fragile illusion."
"We both know all too well what the hearts of people in the ninja world are like..."
Upon hearing this, Hashirama Senju fell silent instantly, and the gentle expression on his face gradually faded.
"Brother, not all the major ninja villages are benevolent; there are many who harbor ulterior motives and covet Konoha's power."
Tobirama Senju spoke calmly, "One should not harbor malicious intentions, but one must be wary of others. Although we have no intention of harming others, what if they set their sights on Konoha?"
Upon hearing this, Hashirama Senju's expression suddenly turned solemn and sharp, his aura hardening. He immediately spoke in a deep voice: "If they dare to launch an attack on Konoha, I, Hashirama Senju, will not show them any mercy!"
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夜晚
Hashirama, Madara, Izuna, and Tobirama left work side by side.
"Hey Madara, stop thinking about war all the time, think about something else. I remember you don't have a wife yet, right? And you're not getting any younger..."
Hashirama Senju patted Madara on the shoulder and said with a smile.
"Yeah, brother, I'm really worried about you not getting married yet," Izuna said, pouting.
Madara Uchiha crossed his arms and blushed. "Hmph, I don't think any woman is worthy of me, Madara Uchiha!"
"Alright, brother, Madara might not be suited for marriage. I have such a vivid imagination, I can't even picture what Madara would look like getting married..." Tobirama Senju said slowly from the side.
Uchiha Izuna immediately became displeased and said, "I can't imagine what you'll be like after you get married, Tobirama."
After get off work, the group was noticeably more relaxed and spoke more casually.
"Hey, there's a restaurant that's opened on the main street ahead! We're starving, how about we go in and try it?"
Suddenly, Hashirama Senju looked up, pointed at Ichiraku Ramen in front of him, and said...
"Whatever you say," Madara Uchiha said calmly.
Tobirama said, "I'm actually hungry."
Ichiraku Ramen
Kakuzu was standing at the counter counting money with a big smile on his face.
"Hehehe..." Kakuzu chuckled lewdly.
"Kakuzu, I'd like to ask you, why do you like money? For a ninja, isn't strength more important?"
Wanci sat in his seat and asked slowly.
To be honest, I don't really understand why Kakuzu likes money so much in the original work.
Upon hearing this, Kakuzu smiled and said, "Grandpa, the reason I like money is because I like the feeling of making money, the sense of security I feel when I have money in my hands, and the satisfaction of seeing my collection grow bigger and bigger."
Wanci instantly understood, and then laughed, "I didn't expect you to be a farming enthusiast."
Kakuzu was taken aback and shook his head: "No, I don't like farming."
"The so-called farming doesn't mean planting land," Manci said, stroking his beard.
Just then, a voice appeared.
"Shopkeeper!"
Wanci turned his head and saw that Konoha's F4 had already appeared at the door.
"Hey hey, hello shopkeeper."
Hashirama Senju smiled kindly.
Madara Uchiha glanced at Manji indifferently, then found a seat and sat down.
"It's actually the Hokage!" Kakuzu exclaimed in surprise, glancing at Manji with some concern.
Could it be that my and Manji's identities have been exposed?
This attracted the strongest members of Konoha to come over.
Wan Ci, with a composed expression, smiled and asked, "What would you like to order?"
"Give me four of your restaurant's signature dishes."
"It was kind of you," Hashirama Senju said.
Wanci nodded repeatedly, looking at Kakuzu.
Kakuzu immediately understood and went to make noodles.
When we arrived at the kitchen
Kakuzu whispered to Manji, "Should we drug them a little? To prevent them from recognizing us."
Wan Ci was taken aback, his expression tightened, and he waved his hand: "There's no need, they won't recognize me."
Upon hearing this, Kakuzu couldn't help but feel that the man before him possessed unfathomable power and was so confident.