"Tobirama," Hashirama's smile turned into anger. "How many times have I warned you not to harbor hatred toward the Uchiha? Now that these two clans have finally given rise to a descendant who carries both lineages..."
"It's fine, I don't mind," Anya interrupted. "A name is just a label. As long as Hakuto likes it, it's okay."
Hakuto smiled slyly. "I don't care either. If great-grandfather prefers, he can call me Senju Hakuto."
Tobirama paused for a moment, then smiled with satisfaction. "No wonder you're one of our clan's descendants."
Seeing that Anya's daughter had already grown up, Kushina couldn't help but ask, "By the way, where's my child, Naruto? How is he doing?"
"He's in danger," Anya's first sentence nearly scared Kushina to death.
Little Pepper refused to believe it. "Don't talk nonsense. With Minato there, there's no way he'd let Naruto get hurt."
"You've got it wrong. The Fourth Great Ninja War is now raging in the ninja world. The enemy's target is Naruto. Originally, the Allied Forces planned to protect him, but Minato gave him the go-ahead to join the battle, calling it his destiny."
Little Pepper flew into a rage. "That Minato—I'm going straight to find him and give him what's coming!"
Tobirama folded his arms, closed his eyes, and focused on sensing the surroundings. "Indeed, in the two o'clock direction, I really can feel some kind of powerful chakra. Looks like you're not lying. This chakra... It's Madara Uchiha."
On the battlefield, the Allied Ninja Forces had already taken the upper hand. Just as they were preparing to push forward for a decisive strike, a coffin suddenly rose from atop a small hill.
Before the coffin lid could even open, someone kicked it off with a single devastating blow, revealing the figure inside.
Wearing red soft armor, with flowing black hair and eyes filled with indifference, an overwhelming aura radiated naturally from him. Madara Uchiha had arrived.
"At last, this day has come," Madara looked at his own hands. "Impure World Reincarnation? What's going on here?"
A man entirely wrapped in bandages standing nearby spoke up. "My name is Kabuto. I'm the one who performed this Impure World Reincarnation. This is a special technique I've specially prepared for you—it will allow your power to surpass even your prime."
Madara turned his head sideways, disdain evident in his eyes. "You? Have you ever even witnessed my prime?"
"No. That's why, right now, please allow me to see it—witness the legendary might of the Uchiha Clan."
Madara leapt down from the hill, his tone icy. "Very well."
Already, sensing-type ninjas had begun to feel fear. This chakra pressure was more intense than anything before—unfathomably deep.
As Captain of the Allied Forces, Sasori had already recognized who had arrived. A glimmer of fighting spirit flickered in his eyes: "Back during the Third Great Ninja War, you were the one who once drove Big Brother Kurotsuchi to the brink of defeat, making him wait for you all these years. You're also the most crucial part of Zero Organization's plan. Fine then, let me see if you truly have the qualifications."
Even as Sasori observed, Madara had already charged alone into the heart of the Allied Ninja Forces. With devastating Taijutsu and the Sharingan, he cut through them like they weren't there—no ninja could survive even a single round against him.
After a wave of slaughter, Madara casually grabbed a ninja by the neck and sneered, "Do you wish to dance too?"
"Don't look down on me." Temari from the Allied Forces raised her brand-new Three-star Fan and unleashed a powerful Wind Release technique that sent Madara flying.
After landing unscathed, Madara brushed dust from his clothes and formed hand seals: "[Fire Release: Great Fire Annihilation]."
A squad of dozens of ninja gathered to counter the wave of fire with a coordinated technique.
"[Water Release: Water Encampment Wall]!"
As fire met water, thick clouds of steam rose into the air.
"I must go to the battlefield," Tobirama was eager to head to the battlefield.
"Hold on first," Anya stopped him. "This Madara has only just been reincarnated through Impure World Reincarnation, and his power hasn't fully returned yet. There's no need to rush."
"Not strong?" Tobirama scoffed angrily. "Kid, you clearly don't understand Madara at all."
"Believe me, I understand him far better than you ever could," Anya replied calmly. "He's one of my objectives as well. But I have no interest in fighting his Impure World Reincarnation body. I'm waiting for his full revival." She plainly stated her thoughts.
"What nonsense are you talking!" Tobirama became furious.
Anya smiled softly and said, "Didn't I tell you before? Back during the battle at the Valley of the End, Uchiha Madara didn't actually die. I mentioned how the Rinnegan on that Uzumaki boy belonged to him. Now, these eyes are in my possession."
She opened her hands, displaying the prominent Rinnegan eyes she held.
Then Anya continued, "I'm not just waiting for Madara's revival—I'm also planning revivals for the three of you."
Reconstructing a physical form was made possible thanks to Hashirama's contributions. He had stayed by her side for a long time as an Impure World Reincarnation body, selflessly helping with her recovery. Without him, she would have died long ago—a debt she had to repay.
Next came Little Pepper, whom she'd promised Minato about long ago. Now that she had the power, naturally she wanted to help.
Lastly was Tobirama. After establishing the New World, she never intended to manage it herself, though she wouldn't neglect it either. She had already chosen the main leader—Tobirama.
Among all the Kage she had met, none surpassed Tobirama in administrative talent, political wisdom, or human manipulation.
Minato was another good choice, but unfortunately, his nature simply wouldn't allow him to handle certain matters. Compared to Tobirama, there were some things he dealt with less effectively.
Working together, they would be an unbeatable pair—far superior to Sarutobi and Danzo's duo.
Tobirama frowned and asked, "We can discuss revival later. First, tell me why we shouldn't seal Madara while he's still weak."
"This relates to my subsequent plans. However, if you insist on going to battle, I won't stop you."
Upon hearing this, Tobirama snorted coldly. "Regardless of your plans, I will absolutely not allow Madara to slaughter our comrades on the battlefield."
This time, Hashirama agreed, saying, "Brother, let's go then. The thought of seeing this old friend again gets my blood racing."
Hakuto exclaimed excitedly at this point, "I want to go too!"
"No way," Tobirama immediately refused. Placing his hand on Hashirama's shoulder and activating the Flying Thunder God Technique, he instantly disappeared from sight with a Shunshin.
In the Hokage council chamber, Minato had already caught wind of Madara Uchiha's reappearance. After handing command responsibilities to Jialiu, he vanished instantly using Shunshin.
On the First Battlefield, Terumi Mei got word of it too. As one of the three members of Genma's squad—who had previously been assigned to protect Minato—she used the Flying Thunder God Formation to teleport herself directly to the location.
On the Second Battlefield, Samiu found Mabui, who was compiling frontline intelligence reports, and requested her to use the Heavenly Transfer Technique to send her directly to where Madara Uchiha was.
[Don't be insane!] You don't even have Sage Art protection right now—you won't survive the strain!
Calmly, Samiu replied, [It'll be fine. Anya gave me armor strong enough to handle the tearing force during teleportation. I am Raikage. Ever since Kumogakure was founded, not a single Raikage has backed down from battle. I must go.]
[Alright, I understand.]
High in the air, Onoki kept chasing after Mu all the way to the Fourth Battlefield. At this moment, the Five Kages stood united at last.
And what they were about to face was none other than the once-greatest warrior of the Uchiha Clan—the legendary Madara Uchiha.
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