Chapter 227
The situation had taken a drastic turn—one Kabuto hadn't anticipated. He could only control the Impure World Reincarnations, but the Devil Fruit users wouldn't listen to him; they were summoned by Orochimaru.
"Should I summon that guy early..." Kabuto muttered, biting his lip as he hesitated in a dark, hidden cave.
On the battlefield, Zixu wasn't about to show any mercy. Before the former Kazekage Rasa could react, Zixu transformed into his human form and flashed in front of him with lightning speed. Grabbing Rasa by the throat with one hand, he lifted him into the air.
Closing his eyes to concentrate, Zixu's grip tightened. After a moment, he opened his eyes and smirked.
"I know where you are... stay there. I'll be right over."
Hearing this, Kabuto's face darkened. His original plan had been to play a long chess match with the major nations—but just as he placed his first piece, Zixu came and flipped the entire board over. He was even ready to slap Kabuto across the face. It was infuriating.
Meanwhile, Mu, who had been faking death, made his move. While hiding in the shadows, he quickly formed complex hand seals. Zixu didn't notice him; he was focused on heading to Kabuto after locking onto his location.
Zixu didn't want any more complications—he wanted to bring Kabuto along and had a bold plan in mind. He needed those Impure World Reincarnated shinobi to assist him.
At the same time, several other Kage arrived. Despite the urgency, they managed to form a coalition. No one wanted the war to reach their homeland, so they deliberately shifted the battlefield toward the Land of Wind.
Things began to unfold as expected. All the Kage except Mei Terumi arrived. Tsunade led the charge to the frontlines. Naruto and Killer Bee also tried to assist but were stopped and punished by the Raikage, A.
The sight of their predecessors made many of the current Kage uncomfortable. But for Chiyo, it was different. As an elder, even someone like Rasa had to show her respect. Still, this was war—whoever the enemy was, they had to fight.