Chapter 347: The new generation is about to step onto the stage! Mikoto, let's take a hot spring bath!
Land of Rivers.
After Fujiwara Tetsuya returned to the Land of Rivers battlefield, he drew a dozen Elite Jonin from the Konoha Camp, along with Uchiha Mikoto, to form an elite unit.
They constantly harassed and ambushed Sunagakure's small units and transport convoys carrying Ninja supplies.
Although the number of Sunagakure Ninja killed in each attack was limited, over time, it still amounted to a significant casualty count for Hidden Sand Village.
During this period, the enraged Ebizo set up traps several times, attempting to annihilate the surprise attack squad led by Fujiwara Tetsuya... However, Fujiwara Tetsuya always counterattacked in dire situations, and even in the battles between Ebizo and Fujiwara Tetsuya, the scales of victory were rapidly tipping towards Fujiwara Tetsuya due to his quick growth.
"Damn it, it's Mei Zhi Hang…"
In a valley north of the Sunagakure Camp, several Sunagakure squads were escorting a new batch of Ninja supplies, heading to the frontline camp.
However, upon hearing a dozen urgent whooshing sounds, their expressions darkened... Especially after confirming the identity of the attackers, they immediately detonated the explosive tags hidden among the Ninja supplies and turned to flee into the distant dense forest.
Over the past few months, the Ninja of Hidden Sand Village had gradually formed a consensus: without several Elite Jonin level powerhouses to hold the line, rashly engaging in battle with the surprise attack squad led by Fujiwara Tetsuya would ultimately lead to only one outcome... death in battle.
Although the reason was unclear, in past battles, the surprise attack squad led by Fujiwara Tetsuya never left any survivors when fighting Hidden Sand Village.
"Chase…"
As Fujiwara Tetsuya waved his hand, two elite squads instantly charged out.
Not long after, successive painful wails echoed from deep within the dense forest, startling the mountain birds into chaotic flight... It took several minutes for silence to return.
"Tetsuya-sama, three Jonin escaped; the rest have all been dealt with."
"Is that so? You all worked hard."
Feeling the fervent, respectful gazes, Fujiwara Tetsuya's expression remained calm, without much fluctuation.
Although being admired by thousands sounded good, it was not what he pursued.
Fame, fortune... all temptations were fleeting; only strength was fundamental, only strength was eternal.
"Check if there are any supplies we can take. We'll withdraw in five minutes... and return to camp."
...Konoha Camp.
When Fujiwara Tetsuya led his team back, a series of cheers immediately erupted within the camp.
Because they knew that Fujiwara Tetsuya and his group were bringing back another victory report.
Frankly speaking, looking at the entire Konoha frontline camp in the Land of Rivers, Fujiwara Tetsuya had already become another banner, second only to Sakumo Hatake.
A banner leading to victory... "Tetsuya-kun... sometimes it's good to balance work and rest. The war situation is gradually becoming clear now, don't overwork yourself."
After reporting the mission details to Sakumo Hatake, Sakumo Hatake stretched lazily... his gaze lingered slightly on Uchiha Mikoto behind Fujiwara Tetsuya, and he reminded him with a hint of teasing.
"Cough~ Sakumo-senpai, you don't need to hint at such things; I'll handle it."
"As for that matter, did Hokage-sama agree?"
"Even if Kakashi is taking the Ninja Academy exam, for you, as the frontline commander, to leave at this time, it's a bit hard to justify, isn't it?"
At this point, Fujiwara Tetsuya's gaze paused. Time flowed, and in a blink of an eye, it was already April of Konoha Year 42.
In a few more days, the familiar new generation of kids like Kakashi, Might Guy, Asuma, Might Guy, Kurenai Yuhi, Rin Nohara, Obito, Aoba Yamashiro, Raido Namiashi, Shiranui Genma... would embark on the path of a Ninja.
In a sense, it was also the opening of a new era.
"Hahaha~ Tetsuya, you guessed wrong this time."
"Hokage-sama did not refuse; he agreed to my request... At the latest tomorrow, Dan and Torifu-senpai will arrive at the camp."
"With the two of them assisting you, even if Ebizo exhausts his resources, he won't be able to break through our camp."
"Kato Dan and Akimichi Torifu-senpai?"
Looking at Sakumo Hatake's joyful smile, Fujiwara Tetsuya silently repeated their names.
Both Kato Dan and Akimichi Torifu were trustworthy and powerful Ninja.
If it were them... "Sakumo-senpai, since Dan-senpai and Torifu-senpai are coming, I'll take this opportunity to return to Konoha as well... to relax."
"Speaking of which, that kid Gintoki is also taking the Ninja Academy exam this time."
"Then, I'll trouble you to hold out for one more day. Mikoto and I will go ahead."
"Hey, Tetsuya kid... I didn't tell Hokage-sama that you were going back..."
Amidst Sakumo Hatake's displeased expression, Fujiwara Tetsuya waved his hand, pulled Uchiha Mikoto, and turned to leave the tent... Whoosh~~~
Deep within the clouds, Fujiwara Tetsuya embraced Uchiha Mikoto's slender waist, manipulating kirimaru to swiftly travel through the clouds.
Enjoying the exhilarating sensation of the cool breeze on their faces... "Um... Tetsuya-kun, isn't what we're doing inappropriate?"
"What if Hokage-sama finds out? Will he be angry?"
Whispering, Uchiha Mikoto stroked Fujiwara Tetsuya's hands, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes.
"Hehe~ Mikoto, you underestimate the Sandaime too much. Even if the Sandaime knows, he won't say much."
"What's more, Sakumo-senpai and I temporarily leaving the Land of Rivers and temporarily handing over command of the frontline forces aligns with some people's expectations, so no one will say much."
"By the way, Mikoto, speaking of which... it's been a long time since we've bathed in a hot spring together."
"Why don't we take this opportunity to..."
"Tetsuya-kun, stop talking... I understand, I'll listen to you..."
Seeing Uchiha Mikoto's shy expression, Fujiwara Tetsuya's laughter grew louder.
Even kirimaru beneath them seemed to sense Fujiwara Tetsuya's heightened emotions, emitting various resonant sounds... Sunagakure Camp.
When the news of the transport squad being attacked again reached Ebizo, his face grew even more ashen, and he felt like he was becoming balder.
Strictly speaking, ever since Fujiwara Tetsuya appeared on the Land of Rivers battlefield, he hadn't had a single moment of peace... Compared to the steady and powerful White Fang, in his eyes... Fujiwara Tetsuya, and the surprise attack squad he led, were like flies, annoying and uncomfortable.
If he could, he would rather face the White Fang directly than get entangled with a Ninja like Fujiwara Tetsuya, who had no grace whatsoever.
"I understand. How is the new camp construction coming along?"
"And what was the response from the Land of Rivers Daimyo?"
"Did he agree to our Hidden Sand Village helping the Land of Rivers establish a new Ninja Village?"
Clenching his whitened knuckles, Ebizo, in his depression, had no choice but to forcibly divert his attention.
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