Chapter 46: Captured

'So...'

'Since war is inevitable no matter what, why can't I be the one to start it?'

'Moreover—'

'If one day in the future this 'dream space' of mine can become reality, then everyone only needs to die and then be resurrected as citizens of my space.'

This real 'dream space' of his is definitely much better than Madara's Infinite Tsukuyomi, which turns people into White Zetsu and is entirely illusory.

Ever since fusing with the fragment of the Shinigami in the Land of Whirlpools, a grand ideal and goal have taken root in Uchiha Kage's heart.

Naruto Paradise.

A paradise created by his own hands.

In this world controlled by him alone, there would be no resistance to changing any system.

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[That night]

[Dream Space]

Uchiha Kage still chose to enter the dungeon with Naruto and Sasuke.

"No good, whether we throw away our forehead protectors or use other methods, we will still be discovered by the ninjas on both sides of the battlefield..."

However, the 'sneak through' plan discussed with Sasuke during the day was also useless.

Throwing away the forehead protectors made them even more conspicuous.

And even if Uchiha Kage used the Hidden Mist Technique to conceal the three of them...

This battlefield was just too vast, and his Hidden Mist Technique could only cover a very small area. As soon as they stepped out of this area, they would still be attacked by ninjas from both sides.

The only solution Uchiha Kage could think of now was to abandon Naruto and Sasuke, who couldn't hide their presence, and then use the Transparent Escape Technique to survive alone.

However, not to mention that he didn't want to expose the Transparent Escape Technique in front of Naruto and Sasuke, even if he used it, there was no guarantee that he wouldn't be detected by ninjas with keen senses.

So, considering the risks, Uchiha Kage thought it over and decided to forget it.

If it doesn't work this time, then wait for the next time to come up with a better plan.

"Well, but we've pretty much confirmed that this is most likely the main battlefield between Iwagakure and Kumogakure during the Third Great Ninja War."

After using the Hidden Mist Technique to conceal their presence, Uchiha Kage had Naruto and Sasuke capture a lone Kumogakure ninja, and then used a genjutsu to interrogate him for information.

Combined with the information Sasuke found in the library during the day, he now pretty much understood the environment they were currently in.

"Not long ago... to cover the retreat, the Third Raikage of Kumogakure fought alone against an allied force of ten thousand Iwagakure ninjas, and eventually died from exhaustion. Now, the battle we are in is Kumogakure's counterattack against Iwagakure after that."

'That's why it's so brutal...'

According to the course of history, Iwagakure would eventually abandon their front lines and choose to turtle up, but the victorious Kumogakure didn't gain much advantage either.

"Wait, since we failed tonight, let's just stop here!"

The Hidden Mist Technique gradually dissipated.

Seeing Sasuke and Uchiha Kage about to take out their kunai and fight the ninjas outside, Naruto suddenly stopped them.

"Naruto, what are you talking about?"

Sasuke thought Naruto might have lost his mind.

'What does he mean by stop?'

The ninjas outside are about to rush over and tear them to pieces, what else can they do if they don't quickly find a way to break through?

"I mean, since we won't really die in the real world if we die here, why not just let them kill us," Naruto didn't want to struggle pointlessly in the dungeon like before.

Moreover, the guilt of killing people and the bloody scenes were hard to endure.

So, Naruto thought they might as well save their energy.

"I can't believe you thought of that, but I won't just let myself be slaughtered."

Every battle not only improves combat experience but also promotes the awakening of the Sharingan. Sasuke didn't want to miss such an opportunity.

Even if the end result is death.

"Hmm... I see, surrendering does seem to be a solution to complete the mission," However, Naruto's words gave Uchiha Kage a new idea.

Moreover, he thought that the mission only required them to survive this battle, so if surrendering could keep them alive, would that count as meeting the requirement?

Of course, the premise is that these ninjas don't kill prisoners.

But it's indeed worth a try.

"Kage, how come you too?"

'Has he also been infected by that idiot Naruto?'

Sasuke wanted to say that, but after thinking it over carefully, he quickly understood Uchiha Kage's idea.

'But, can this really work?'

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"Why did you capture Konoha ninjas? Weren't the enemies ahead from Iwagakure?", Looking at the three Konoha teenagers tied up by his comrades, a Kumogakure ninja in charge of logistics asked.

"They're spies from Konoha, and they must have valuable intelligence since they managed to sneak into the battlefield between us and Iwagakure," The Kumogakure ninja who retreated from the battlefield solemnly handed over Uchiha Kage and the others to the logistics ninja in front of him.

"Quick, go find the intelligence team to interrogate them!"

"Understood."

Upon hearing they were spies, the logistics ninja quickly perked up.

To have infiltrated this battlefield, these three Konoha ninjas must be extraordinary.

"But the intelligence team is temporarily unavailable, so for now, I can only lock them up."

"Then lock them up first, and make sure nothing goes wrong."

"Yes!"

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As it turned out, Naruto's spur-of-the-moment decision actually paid off.

After they surrendered, the surrounding Kumogakure ninjas quickly decided to tie them up, seal their chakra, and send them back as important prisoners.

But—

['How are we going to escape now?']

With their chakra sealed and their hands and feet tightly bound, Sasuke could only use his eyes to ask Naruto, who came up with this bad idea.

But thanks to their mutual understanding, even without speaking, they could communicate without much difficulty.

['Don't worry about escaping, haven't we completed the mission now? See, it's all thanks to my suggestion that we passed the mission,'] Naruto twisted his body and winked at Sasuke.

Without even thinking, Sasuke knew this guy was definitely boasting and taking credit again.

"I guess someone will come to rescue us."

Unlike Naruto and Sasuke, who could only wink and mumble, Uchiha Kage directly tore off the tape on his mouth.

"Mmm!"

"Mmmm?"

Without asking, Uchiha Kage knew Naruto and Sasuke were curious why his chakra wasn't sealed.

"Their sealing was too rough, and I was lucky enough to avoid it."

Actually, he used Kisame's ability to absorb the chakra from the seal, but it was also true that the Kumogakure ninjas' sealing technique was not thorough.

First, he made a shushing gesture with his hand, then loosened the ropes on his body to the point where he could escape at any time, and then restored the ropes and the tape on his face to their original appearance.

"?"

Naruto and Sasuke didn't understand why Uchiha Kage, who had already freed himself, didn't come to rescue them.

Until—

Tap! Tap!

From outside the tent where they were held came footsteps that were different from before.

Thud!

And the sound of someone being knocked down.

"There really are Konoha ninjas here," The dim tent was soon pulled open a corner by the person outside, and upon seeing the Konoha forehead protectors on Uchiha Kage and the others, the person let out a surprised voice.

"So I'm not the only one who got separated... quick, come with me and let's get out of here," It was a very pleasant, gentle woman's voice.

One that made people feel good upon hearing it.

And Naruto and Sasuke then understood what Uchiha Kage meant by someone coming to rescue them.

"Separated? Do you mean there are other Konoha ninjas nearby?"

Uchiha Kage had already seen this female ninja sneaking into the area near their tent with his Byakugan.

However, he was curious, since this was supposed to be the main battlefield between Kumogakure and Iwagakure, how could there be Konoha ninjas here?

Well, their own random intrusion didn't count.

"Thank you, big sister!", Naruto, now free, said.

"Shh! Keep it down, we'll talk more later, there are many Kumogakure ninjas here, I only took out the one standing guard outside, their patrol will be here soon," The female ninja continued to untie the last bound ninja.

"But I really didn't expect to find two ninjas from our clan here," Seeing the Uchiha clan crests on Uchiha Kage and Sasuke's clothes, the female ninja's face showed an even happier smile.

"You...", And Sasuke, the last to be untied, looked as if he had seen a ghost, his face full of shock and disbelief upon seeing the female ninja's face.

"Quick, we can avoid their patrol if we go that way," The female ninja seemed very familiar with the patrol distribution of Kumogakure's logistics ninjas.

"Sasuke, don't just stand there, let's get out of here," After leaving the tent, Uchiha Kage finally got a clear look at the female ninja's face.

And that face, he seemed to have seen it in Sasuke's room...

However, compared to the face in the room, this female ninja was much younger, even somewhat youthful.

Compared to the mature gentleness of later years, Uchiha Kage saw more of a lively side in this female ninja.

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