Naruto: People are in Konoha, the system arrived 20 years earlier Chapter 118

Everyone began to share their intelligence on the Land of Water.

The Land of Water is an island nation, surrounded by many smaller islands that exist independently of the main landmass.

These small islands have various customs and traditions.

As for Kirigakure, it is located deep within the mountains of the Land of Water, with the village surrounded by thick fog.

Perhaps this is why it is called the Village Hidden in the Mist.

Due to its isolation from the mainland, news often travels slowly here.

Coupled with the barrier of the ocean, Kirigakure rarely intervenes in wars involving mainland countries.

It could be described as a closed-off nation.

“Does anyone know the specific location of Kirigakure?” Sakumo asked softly, looking at the group.

Everyone shook their heads. Due to inconvenient transportation, Konoha rarely undertook missions related to the Land of Water.

“Because of the dense fog, it will be difficult for us to pinpoint Kirigakure’s exact location,” Hayato said softly.

This was the first challenge they encountered in this war.

It was no wonder that few countries attempted to invade the Land of Water; its geographical location was too deceptive.

They might search the entire Land of Water in a wide circle and still not find Kirigakure’s exact location.

However, from another perspective, if they could truly conquer the Land of Water, subsequent defense issues would be relatively simpler.

There were pros and cons; first, they had to pinpoint their target.

“So, where should our initial plan’s objective be set?” someone raised their hand, bringing the question up again.

Everyone’s gazes converged on Sakumo.

Sakumo calmly took out a blank scroll and began sketching a map of the Land of Water and its surroundings.

Everyone waited patiently, not making a sound to disturb him, lest they disrupt Sakumo’s thoughts.

After a while, Sakumo stopped writing, called for someone to push over a movable display board, and presented the map for everyone to see.

“Conditions are limited, so I could only roughly sketch it. Please bear with it,” Sakumo patted the map, speaking softly.

Hayato looked at the map Sakumo had drawn and had to admit that Sakumo wasn’t being modest.

His drawing skills were indeed average; the entire Land of Water was drawn as a large circle, with irregular, puzzle-like shapes of varying sizes around it.

However, no one knew the overall shape of Kirigakure anyway, so it was acceptable and could be worked with.

Sakumo patted the map with his hand. “It’s currently summer, so we can consider these directions for landing.”

With that, Sakumo pointed to the true north, northwest, and northeast directions of the Land of Water.

All were relatively northern positions.

“Why?” Someone quickly raised a question. Was it really appropriate to decide on these directions so quickly?

Hayato thought for a moment and then understood Sakumo’s meaning. “I understand, it’s the wind direction, right?”

Hearing Hayato’s words, Sakumo nodded in approval. “Exactly. It’s the season for southerly winds right now. We can use this characteristic to expand our field of vision, which will help us better locate Kirigakure.”

After receiving the explanation, the resolve in everyone’s eyes firmed considerably.

This meeting could be said to be very successful, clarifying the next objectives.

“We can’t celebrate too early. We’ve only determined the landing spots. The main part is next,” Sakumo clapped his hands, speaking softly.

Then, he looked at one of the ninjas and slowly asked, “Have you confirmed the travel time with the Technology Department personnel?”

The person was the squad leader mainly responsible for the logistics of this expeditionary force. He handled these detailed tasks.

The person nodded slightly, answering truthfully, “If we maintain our current speed, it will take about five or six days to reach the border of the Land of Water. But if we need to go around to its northern side, it will probably take another day or so.”

Upon hearing that it would only take five or six days to reach the Land of Water, Sakumo couldn’t help but sigh, remarking that it was indeed fast.

If they were traveling by sailboat, it would take at least half a month.

Inside the warship, they couldn’t perceive its speed, only that it was incredibly stable.

“Then everyone should use this time to rest and recuperate. There will be a tough battle waiting for us,” Sakumo concluded, announcing the end of the meeting.

Everyone left the conference room, while Hayato remained seated, waiting to leave with Sakumo.

“First time participating in a war, are you nervous?” The two walked side by side, Sakumo asked softly, his tone filled with concern.

Hayato slowly shook his head. “Not really.”

Sakumo patted Hayato’s shoulder, imparting earnest advice.

“War is extremely cruel; your mindset is the most important thing. Also, you’re not fighting alone now. You must consider everything thoroughly, as the lives of your subordinates are in your hands.”

This was Hayato’s first time leading a squad as a Jonin. Before, with Sakumo watching over him, nothing would go wrong, but this time, Hayato had to take on the corresponding responsibility.

A Jonin wasn’t just someone who could fight well.

“I understand, sensei,” Hayato said earnestly.

“If you’re unsure about anything, you can always ask me first.” With that, Sakumo pulled out a communication device from his ninja pouch and waved it. “I must say, this thing has great strategic significance. Oh, you know how to use it, right?”

During this expedition, all Jonin were equipped with a communication device, primarily for leaving messages and communicating.

Hayato nodded, smiling, “Don’t worry, this thing is produced by our family. How could I not know how to use it?”

Sakumo scratched his head. “Right, I forgot.”

Soon, both returned to their respective rooms to rest.

Hayato lay on his bed, contemplating whether he would encounter Madara in Kirigakure.

At this time, Kirigakure had already been infiltrated by Madara; perhaps it was already in Madara’s control.

From his ability to command Kirigakure to abduct Rin Nohara and make her a three-tailed jinchuriki, there was a high probability that he was doing something similar to what Obito did with Yagura.

He controlled the Third Mizukage, and the Third Mizukage’s cause of death was already unclear.

It was hard to say who initiated it.

Speaking of Obito, Hayato sat up, a hint of worry on his face.

He wasn’t on the mainland now, and if Madara were to use his schemes on Obito again, he wouldn’t be able to stop it.

He had indeed forgotten about this when he left the village.

After thinking for a while, Hayato shook his head.

“Forget it. At worst, I’ll find suitable geniuses within the clan later. If there’s truly no one, waiting for Sasuke isn’t out of the question, it just takes a bit longer.”