Chapter:152

"Brother, I can't… my chakra is almost gone."

Senju Tobirama squatted down, clutching his abdomen, his face pale from exhaustion.

The two brothers were now on the sea between the Senju clan territory and the Land of Whirlpools.

When they learned that Uzushio Village was under attack by both the Uchiha and Kaguya clans, Senju Hashirama ordered the assembly of the clan's ninja army to march toward Uzushio Village.

To arrive faster, Tobirama used the Flying Thunder God Technique to transport Hashirama, but they had only made it halfway when Tobirama's chakra reserves were nearly depleted.

"Tobirama, you've done well. Leave the rest to me," Hashirama said, patting his younger brother's shoulder reassuringly.

"Brother, be careful. The enemy includes Uchiha Izuna…" Tobirama cautioned, his voice heavy with worry.

Hashirama smiled warmly. "Don't worry, I'll handle it."

With that, he turned and dashed toward Uzushio Village at full speed.

A few hours later, Hashirama finally reached the shores of the Land of Whirlpools.

As he approached the village, the sound of distant explosions and the clash of weapons became increasingly clear. Hashirama's heart sank.

The sight that greeted him, however, was unexpected—a massive, translucent golden barrier encased the entire Uzushio Village. The shimmering shield bore intricate sealing runes, a testament to the Uzumaki clan's mastery of fūinjutsu.

"A barrier… that must be the Kinpira Barrier," Hashirama muttered, his brow furrowing.

Suddenly, a piercing roar broke the silence. "Chidori!!!"

Hashirama's sharp senses picked up the sound of combat nearby. Without hesitation, he moved toward the source.

Hashirama arrived at the battlefield where the Uchiha clan, led by several prominent young ninjas, were clashing fiercely with Uzumaki and Senju forces.

The sight of Uchiha Gonno, a young ninja no older than thirteen, using Chidori to strike down an Uzumaki chūnin was both impressive and troubling.

"Even their children are already warriors," Hashirama thought, his heart heavy.

With a leap, Hashirama landed in the middle of the battlefield, his deep voice echoing: "STOP!!!"

The fighting ceased almost instantly as all eyes turned to him.

"Clan leader Hashirama!" the Uzumaki and Senju ninjas exclaimed with joy and relief.

Meanwhile, the Uchiha ninjas froze, their morale dipping at the sudden appearance of the legendary figure.

Hashirama scanned the battlefield, his gaze settling on the young Uchiha Gonno, who stood defiantly despite his obvious youth.

"You've held your ground well," Hashirama praised, though his tone carried a hint of sadness.

War had taken its toll on even the youngest among them, a reality Hashirama hoped to change by creating a new era of peace.

"Where is Izuna?" Hashirama asked, noticing the absence of the Uchiha leader.

A Senju ninja stepped forward and saluted. "Clan leader, Uchiha Izuna is trapped inside the barrier by Great Elder Guanghai."

Hashirama's eyes shifted to the barrier. "He's inside?"

Another Senju ninja suggested, "Clan leader, let's take down the Uchiha forces here first. Then we can encircle Izuna together."

Hearing this, the Uchiha ninjas immediately raised their weapons, preparing to fight to the death.

Hashirama raised his hand to stop everyone. "No. Stand down," he said firmly.

"Clan leader, why?!" the Senju ninjas protested in confusion.

"Obey my orders," Hashirama said, his voice carrying a commanding weight that brooked no argument.

His chakra flared momentarily, its sheer intensity silencing everyone. Both allies and enemies were awed by the display of raw power.

Once order was restored, Hashirama approached the barrier. Placing his hand against it, he felt the powerful chakra flowing through the seals.

"This chakra is strong, but it doesn't seem to be entirely Elder Guanghai's. Someone else must be maintaining the barrier from a hidden location, with Guanghai serving as the activator."

Before he could think further, a loud explosion erupted from inside the barrier.

Hashirama's eyes widened as he saw several buildings reduced to rubble in an instant. In the distance, the towering figure of Susanoo loomed ominously.

"Izuna!"

Without wasting a moment, Hashirama called out to a nearby Uzumaki ninja inside the barrier who had noticed him.

"Clan leader Hashirama! You're here!" the Uzumaki ninja said with relief.

"Can this barrier be opened?" Hashirama asked urgently.

The ninja hesitated. "Only the Great Elder or the senior council members can deactivate it."

"Then call them here! Quickly!" Hashirama demanded, his voice filled with urgency.

End of the Chapter.