Frontline Camp.
Command Center.
Seii t with the overall commander of the battlefield.
He had never seen this person before, but based on the intelligence provided by Minato Namikaze, he knew that this man was a Jōnin from the Nara clan nad Nara Shikaku.
Like other mbers of the Nara clan, he had inherited their high intelligence and possessed unique insights into battlefield command.
It was precisely because of this that he had been entrusted with such an important responsibility.
Upon seeing him, Seii wasted no ti on pleasantries and asked directly, "Captain Nara, what's the current situation? What do you need
to do?"
Nara Shikaku seed montarily surprised by his directness but quickly recovered and imdiately briefed him on the state of the frontline.
After all, intelligence was just intelligence. While Seii had already gained a general understanding of the battlefield from Minato Namikaze, nothing was as real and accurate as hearing it firsthand.
After listening to the explanation, Seii pondered briefly and said, "So, in other words, we need to split into two groups to reinforce the defensive lines in the north and south?"
Hearing this, Nara Shikaku shook his head and replied, "Not two groups—three. In addition to reinforcing those two defensive lines, we also need to prevent the Hidden Cloud Village from infiltrating."
"Infiltration?"
Seii raised an eyebrow in confusion.
"That's right."
Nara Shikaku nodded and stepped toward the sand table, pointing to a dense mountain forest. "According to our latest intelligence, the Hidden Cloud Village plans to send several elite squads through this area, bypassing us from behind. They intend to coordinate with their frontline troops from the inside and outside, breaking through our defenses completely."
Upon hearing this, Seii furrowed his brows.
He didn't question the source of the intelligence.
After all, as the saying goes, each profession has its own expertise.
Since Nara Shikaku was stating it so confidently, that ant there was at least an 80% chance that the intelligence was accurate.
With that in mind, the only thing he needed to consider was how to respond.
Looking at the mountainous forest on the sand table, even without having been there before, Seii knew it was anything but a peaceful place. It was likely a natural death trap, similar to the Forest of Death.
Otherwise, Nara Shikaku wouldn't have chosen it as a defensive barrier.
And as it turned out, he was right.
Seeing Seii's focus on that area, Nara Shikaku imdiately explained, "Just as you're thinking, this place is extrely dangerous. Not only does it have a large number of mutated beasts, but it's also riddled with poisonous insects and traps."
"Traps?"
Seii was puzzled again.
He could understand the presence of mutated beasts.
After all, this was the Shinobi World—a world of extraordinary beings. If intelligent summoning beasts existed, then it was hardly surprising that there were so overpowered wild creatures as well.
But traps?
Could those creatures actually set up traps?
Seii was confused and found it hard to believe.
Sensing his misunderstanding, Nara Shikaku quickly clarified.
After hearing the explanation, Seii realized he had overthought it.
The so-called traps weren't set by animals but were remnants of past conflicts. Over the past two wars, ninjas had fought in this area, leaving behind countless hazards.
While many of those traps had likely been disabled over ti, triggering even one could spell trouble.
After all, ninja traps weren't just composed of explosive tags and simple chanisms—they also included advanced ninjutsu, sealing techniques, and even biological traps made with strange creatures.
So of these traps didn't deteriorate over ti. In fact, so beca even more dangerous as the years passed.
Stepping on one by accident would be a serious problem.
Considering this along with the harsh natural environnt, it was no wonder that Nara Shikaku viewed the area as a natural defensive barrier.
However, at this mont…
That barrier was about to be forcibly breached.
And judging by Nara Shikaku's words, he intended for Seii to lead a team to intercept the enemy.
Seii didn't mind.
Given his current strength, such a hazardous terrain was hardly a challenge for him.
After a brief pause, he looked at Nara Shikaku and asked, "How many enemies are we dealing with? What's their level of strength?"
Hearing the question, Nara Shikaku secretly sighed in relief.
To be honest, this mission wasn't easy, and he was worried that Seii might refuse it.
Fortunately, Seii didn't hesitate and accepted the mission without unnecessary discussion.
Looks like the clan's intelligence isn't entirely accurate—this Uchiha genius isn't that difficult to work with after all.
With that thought, Nara Shikaku imdiately relayed the intelligence gathered by their spies.
He said, "The Hidden Cloud Village is sending twelve squads, divided into three groups. Each group consists of four squads, forming a unit that will advance along three different routes."
"As for their exact routes, we're still uncertain."
"Their strength?"
Seii asked again.
Nara Shikaku responded, "All the squads consist of elite troops. Each of the twelve squads follows the standard Jōnin-led formation. The squad leaders and unit commanders are all Jōnin-level experts, while the team mbers are experienced Chūnin."
"No Genin?"
Seii asked.
"None."
Nara Shikaku replied with a serious expression.
"I see…"
Seii fell into deep thought again.
After a mont, he asked, "When did the enemy depart?"
Nara Shikaku checked the ti and said, "If the intelligence is correct, they should have left about two hours ago."
"…Seriously?"
Seii had expected ti to be tight, but not this tight.
Taking a deep breath, he wasted no more words and said, "In that case, there's no ti to lose. I'll gather my team and set off imdiately. Keep
updated—if you receive any new intel, make sure I'm the first to know."
With that, Seii turned to leave.
Seeing this, Nara Shikaku quickly called out, "Wait a mont!"
Seii stopped and turned back. "What is it?"
"It's not that… I just need to know—how many people are you taking, and which route will you take?"
Nara Shikaku asked, sowhat exasperated. Follow current novels on novel??fire
Seii replied, "Not too many—a single unit will be enough. As for the route…"
He pointed to the center of the mountainous forest on the sand table. "Since we don't know their exact paths, the best choice is to take the middle route."
"I'll scout their movents first. Once I confirm their positions, I'll lead my team to eliminate them. I'll leave the defense lines to you."
With that, Seii wasted no more ti. He left the command tent and went to gather his team.
Nara Shikaku raised his hand several tis, wanting to call Seii back and say sothing, but in the end, he let it go.
Although Seii seed a bit overconfident, considering his past battle records and his ability to fly,
After a brief ntal calculation, Nara Shikaku realized that Seii's plan might actually be the best course of action.
"…He really is a sharp one."
Nara Shikaku murmured as he watched Seii's retreating figure.
If Seii had heard that, he would have simply scoffed.
What others called "sharpness" was rely his absolute confidence in his own strength.
In truth, he hadn't put much thought into it at all.
It was just as they said—when you're strong enough, people will find aning in every decision you make.
Just as the saying goes: When you are powerful, scholars will argue on your behalf.
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