Kakashi is fast!
He is a typical Assassin-style Ninja; he has almost no advantage in group battles, and in a direct confrontation, he is at the level of an Elite Jonin.
But in terms of assassination, he is an absolute king-level expert!
Especially on such a chaotic battlefield, no one noticed the hidden Kakashi. When he acted, he was as swift as a bolt of lightning streaking across the sky.
Specifically, a technique like Raikiri requires the coordination of the Sharingan, which is enough to demonstrate its terrifying speed.
Thus, for a moment...
Even a Kage-level powerhouse like Hiruzen Sarutobi was suddenly drenched in cold sweat. Although he used a Clone Jutsu to escape to another spot in a thousandth of a second, while his clone shattered instantly, his original body's chest was pierced by an inch.
In the blink of an eye, blood flowed.
"Sensei!"
Seeing this scene, Jiraiya was completely enraged; even if his teacher had done many things wrong, he was still his teacher!
At this moment, he was mad with fury and wanted to rush over immediately.
His eyes, now looking at Kakashi, began to flicker with a hint of killing intent.
But, unfortunately...
Before he could truly rush over to Kakashi's side, Fugaku blocked his path and instantly activated his Three-Tomoe Sharingan, his killing intent locking onto Jiraiya.
"Jiraiya, your opponent is me!"
"However, I don't want to fight you for the time being, so I advise you to give up today's operation."
"The Hyuga Clan is protected by New Konoha!"
"Since we have come, you no longer have a chance."
Fugaku's expression was cold and stern. In his combat state, even Jiraiya felt his hair stand on end.
Yes!
He had been instructed by Uchiha Jin before coming and knew that the main goal tonight was to safely escort the Hyuga Clan back.
Even though he also hated the Old Konoha Leadership to death, he knew that tonight was not the time for a full-scale war.
Meanwhile, on the other side...
Jiraiya looked at Fugaku, his eyes flickering with even more suspicion and shock.
Clearly...
This was his first time encountering Fugaku in a combat state, and the feeling he gave was completely different from usual. Even Jiraiya in his Sage Mode did not dare to be the least bit negligent.
"Fugaku!"
"Your New Konoha is going too far. This is our Village's internal affair; what does it have to do with New Konoha?"
"What right do you have to stop us?"
Seeing the increasing number of New Konoha Anbu and Uchiha, no matter how aggrieved Jiraiya felt, he knew that tonight's matter would be difficult to continue.
There was no other way!
Old Konoha had too few powerhouses.
He subconsciously looked at the surrounding situation. New Konoha's Anbu were almost all experts. With the addition of the Ino–Shika–Chō, Aburame, Inuzuka, and others, their own Anbu wouldn't be able to hold out for long.
Especially Kakashi, who held that 'White Fang' short sword and had taken up the Hatake Clan Sword Technique again, forcing his teacher, Hiruzen Sarutobi, into frequent peril.
There was no helping it!
Hiruzen Sarutobi was the Professor of Ninjutsu. Although he also practiced Nintaijutsu, he was slightly lacking compared to his Ninjutsu.
Especially now that he was too old, his Nintaijutsu was no match for Kakashi.
In addition, Kakashi's speed was extremely fast. Hiruzen Sarutobi, unable to break free, could not perform his powerful Ninjutsu at all.
It was precisely with this in mind that Kakashi chose to negotiate.
In response...
Hearing Jiraiya's words, Fugaku breathed a sigh of relief. Honestly, he was unwilling to fight Jiraiya. After all, a regular Three-Tomoe could not defeat Jiraiya in Sage Mode, and using the Mangekyo would consume Dōjutsu Power.
Therefore...
An opponent of this level should be left to Uchiha Jin!
After all, for over two years, he had long understood Uchiha Jin's situation.
It couldn't be helped!
In the past, Uchiha Jin had used the Mangekyo too many times, so the entire Uchiha Clan was worried about Jin going blind. Finally, annoyed by the constant concern, Uchiha Jin had briefly revealed some information about himself to the clan.
One of his Dōjutsu could slowly restore Dōjutsu Power!
There was nothing left to say.
Guys like Jiraiya should be left to Uchiha Jin in the future.
Thinking of this, Fugaku immediately said in a calm tone, "You've forgotten the Village Founding Promise of Old Konoha again. Any Ninja clan can withdraw unconditionally. Since the Hyuga Clan has chosen to withdraw, there is no problem from a legal standpoint."
"Village Founding Promise? Damn it!" Jiraiya had a splitting headache.
At this moment, he was instantly stunned. The Village's predecessors were too irresponsible. How could they make such a shameless promise?
Even if the Village's establishment was difficult back then, they shouldn't have agreed to such a thing so casually!
Now, damn it.
Seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi in more and more danger, Jiraiya remained silent for a long time before finally issuing an order.
"Everyone, stop!"
"We—retreat!"
Although he was extremely unwilling, Jiraiya still gave the order.
In response...
Hearing this, Fugaku immediately spoke, "Kakashi, stop. Don't forget our mission!"
Although Kakashi, who was in the middle of the fight, was very unhappy, as a Ninja, he still chose to stop.
There was no anger in his eyes.
Because as a high-ranking member of New Konoha, he knew very well that there would be plenty of time to play with Old Konoha in the future.
So, no rush!
He slowly retreated to Fugaku's side before sheathing the 'White Fang' short sword.
At this moment.
The gazes of Jiraiya and Hiruzen Sarutobi toward Kakashi and the others naturally became extremely complex.
But in the end...
They all chose to withdraw. Only after the other party had almost entirely left did Fugaku speak calmly to the people behind him: "Take the Hyuga Clan—back to the Village!"
With his command, the Uchiha immediately took action.
Kakashi's Anbu did not move; all Anbu Members dispersed to maintain a perimeter, preventing Old Konoha from playing tricks or launching another sudden attack.
Hyuga Hiashi and Hyuga Hizashi finally relaxed at this time.
The two knew they were saved!
However, their gazes toward Fugaku were very complex. After all, thinking back to the beginning, their Hyuga Clan was once on par with the Uchiha Clan!
But—what about the future?
Don't even think about it!
If their Hyuga Clan wanted to survive, they might even have to look to the Uchiha's whims.
Finally.
After a soft sigh, the two looked at the deceased Hyuga Clan members. Their eyes were filled with sorrow, for these people were the foundation of the Hyuga Clan!
All were lost tonight. Even though they knew this was a necessary price, the weight of it still made their hearts heavy.
After all, those who could be selected to stay and fight alongside them to block Old Konoha were almost all the elites of the Hyuga they had carefully chosen!
But, alas!
After a helpless sigh, they closed the eyes of their clansmen and then left with their bodies.