Red sand dust

Ninjas are a profession that relies on their fighting ability to earn a living, but it is nonsense to say that ninjas all like war.

The Sand Ninja, who had been defeated many times, had never won a battle, and naturally had never benefited from the war.

But sometimes, being weak and appearing harmless doesn't mean you can avoid war.

Facing a strong enemy, if you don't show more bravery and fighting skills, you will be bullied unscrupulously by the stronger one.

Iwagakure Village took advantage of the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the decline of Sand Hidden Village, hoping to reap some benefits.

The Sand Ninja never flinched when facing the Iwa Ninja, and this time was no exception.

However, sending Gaara to the northern fortress still scared many people.

Ma Ji made a show of asking for permission, but unexpectedly Chiyo actually approved it.

"In addition to the Jinchuuriki, what other power can we use to show our determination not to give in?"

Chiyo said.

Isn't this the time when the jinchūriki is used?

When the power of a village of shadows cannot be sustained, the Jinchuuriki is the last trump card.

If this can't scare the greedy Iwa Ninja, and the entire Sunagakure Village is almost unsafe, what does the jinchuriki's life and death matter?

After the worried Ma Ji left, Ebizo said quietly:

"Too risky, sis!"

"I get angry just thinking about those useless people who are so frightened that they don't know what to do!"

Chiyo threw the fishing rod aside with an expression of hatred.

"I was arrogant before. After the adventure failed, I was in panic all day long. I only wanted to take shelter in the Leaf Village! These people have long lost the backbone that supports the Suna Ninja."

"So, this is their limit, and they are not qualified to become Kazekage!"

Ebizo made a conclusion for those big shots who seemed to be noble and powerful.

"Sunagakure Village, which can't even choose a Kazekage, is becoming more and more useless!"

If he had been younger, Chiyo would have sent those guys to the frontier to eat dirt.

"Except for Maki, who is barely decent, I can't count on anyone else! Let's wait for the next generation of ninjas to grow up. I hope there will be a few guys who can see through it!"

After saying that, Chiyo turned around and left in a bad mood, leaving Ebizo sitting quietly fishing alone.

…

It was the first time that Daimaru saw Yoshikuan, and he was slightly relieved.

This is a young ninja, serious in speech.

Judging from his attire, he is actually a rare medical ninja in Sunagakure Village.

"I am interested in medical ninjutsu, but I am still just a beginner intern. I went to the northern fortress because there are likely to be many injured people there, and I can try what I have learned."

Chuunin Yoshikan introduced himself thus.

Such a person would not be too close to Daimaru and the others, but would not deliberately make things difficult for them either.

Liang Kuan is only the temporary captain in name only. As a medical ninja trainee, he won't have many opportunities to go out, so he can't lead his subordinates to complete tasks.

In the end, Daimaru still had to handle all the team's affairs, and Yoshikanji just lent them the title of Chuunin.

"fair enough! 』

After introducing each other and getting acquainted with each other, the new team went to the northern fortress.

Similar experiences to Daimaru and the others include Temari, Kankuro and Gaara.

Their teacher Maki had already gone to Konoha Village, so he gave them a captain on paper so that they could be qualified to take on tasks independently.

There was nothing he could do otherwise, no Sand Ninja was willing to accept Gaara as his subordinate.

"I originally expected that there would be a reliable chuunin captain, but I didn't expect that the village was so shabby. I couldn't even find a serious candidate, and I was asked to "take up the post without a certificate"! 』

I said goodbye to my family and came to the northern fortress where I had stayed for a while. There was already a strong frontline atmosphere here.

As the leader here, Fuyi received the ninja team that came to support.

Looking at the dark area, but most of them were genin, I couldn't help but frown, and when I saw Gaara mixed in the crowd, his face showed hesitation.

"It's just a matter of getting a bunch of kids to make up the numbers, but what's the point of throwing that monster over?" 』

After all the perfunctory efforts were made to save face, Fu Yi summoned several jounin to ask the reason. After knowing that it was Chiyo's intention, he pondered for a moment before making a decision.

"I understand, I will assign tasks according to the normal genin, and for the rest... I wish you luck!"

If there are three shortcomings on the battlefield, no one can blame them.

Fu Yi has no control over what the people above think. As the commander of the northern fortress, repelling the attack on Iwagakure Village is the top priority. With a powerful weapon like the Jinchuuriki, you don't have to take responsibility if something goes wrong, and you don't have to use it in vain.

That evening, the new Sand Ninja experienced a shocking scene.

It seems that in order to give the newly arrived sand ninja children a show of strength, the Iwa ninja organized a small but powerful elite team to raid.

Following Daimaru's instructions, Nighteye, who conducted morning and evening reconnaissance as usual, discovered the Iwa ninjas' intentions, laid a trap early, and carried out an ambush and counterattack, which was a breath of fresh air for the Suna ninjas who had been passively beaten these days.

Among them, Gaara's battlefield value was reflected for the first time in the eyes of fellow Suna ninjas.

The flexible sand manipulation ninjutsu has a huge defensive surface and is really useful for protecting the companions around you. Ordinary kunai and detonating charms cannot penetrate its defense at all.

During the ambush, no Suna ninja died. Only a few of the middlemen who faced each other suffered some injuries and eliminated the two attack teams at a small cost. Gaara's efforts were indispensable.

In addition to Gaara, Yami's detective ability is also impressive.

Although it is very restricted in the dry climate of the Wind Country, in the morning and evening, when the cold and heat alternate and the water mist is filled, it is the opportunity for her to show off her skills.

The new genin dispelled some people's doubts with their relatively reluctant performance.

"At least they weren't sent as cannon fodder. 』

While patrolling at night, Daimaru met several familiar faces. During the competition to win the chunin exam places, several genin who were unfortunately beaten up by Daimaru also appeared in the northern fortress, but...

"Hey, are you Sanddust and Mote? I remember your other teammate is not the one he is now, right?"

"You mean Fuchen? He is already dead..."

"That's it, my condolences!"

Daimaru didn't ask how he died because there was no need.

"Also, let me tell you another news. The masked ninja who hosted the competition between us and you is also dead!"

Shachen added.

"We originally agreed to fight together, but I didn't expect that I would never see him again before I even learned his name."

Daimaru said regretfully.

Many Suna ninja who had a chance encounter with Daimaru died in Konoha Village.

Next, more people will die in the conflict with the Iwa Ninja.