On the other side, Shimura Danzo slowly formed seals, preparing to summon his psychic beast.
Although his opponents were just two brats, this battle was tied to his life and death, and he had to go all out.
"Summoning Jutsu: Dream Tapir!"
Danzo bit the tip of his tongue, drawing blood that splattered into the air. He then slammed his palm onto the ground, causing a thick white mist to billow up. Within moments, a massive creature emerged in response to his call.
The Dream Tapir was a towering beast, its trunk resembling an elephant's but with a shape entirely unique. A creature of nightmares, this was Danzo's trusted summoning.
"Become the food of the Dream Tapir, little devils!"
Danzo's expression twisted into a ferocious sneer as he swiftly weaved hand signs, directing his Dream Tapir to attack.
The beast opened its enormous mouth, unleashing a terrifying vacuum-like suction, pulling everything toward it. The force was so immense that even Sasuke and Naruto struggled to keep their footing.
"Careful!"
With quick reflexes, Sasuke grabbed Naruto, who was about to be sucked in, and immediately channeled chakra into his feet, anchoring himself to the ground.
Despite this effort, their bodies inched closer toward the Dream Tapir against their will.
"Innately evil Uchiha boy, you can't change anything. You're just like your incompetent brother."
Danzo sneered as he looked at the two struggling before him. He intended to regain his lost dignity by crushing them.
However—
"Shut up!"
Sasuke suddenly lifted his head, his young face chillingly cold.
"You damn old bastard! You have no right to mention him!"
His voice was razor-sharp, cutting through the air like a blade.
As the hatred in his heart exploded, intense mental energy fluctuations surged through him.
The three magatama in his Sharingan began to rotate rapidly until they connected—
A mysterious six-pointed star pattern formed.
Mangekyō Sharingan!
"This is…!"
Even Sasuke was momentarily stunned. He could feel the power awakening within him—a power he had longed for.
Then, a wave of ecstasy surged in his heart.
"My strength is gradually returning… not much, but enough!"
Although it wasn't the Eternal Mangekyō or the Six Paths' power, a Mangekyō Sharingan alone was more than enough to kill Danzo!
"Susanoo!"
The pupil power in Sasuke's eyes exploded, and a massive skeletal giant materialized behind him. But that was just the beginning.
The skeleton was soon wrapped in muscles, forming a semi-complete Susanoo!
"What!?"
Danzo's eyes widened in horror.
What kind of monster is this!?
A twelve-year-old kid awakening Mangekyō and using Susanoo?
Just from a single taunt?
If Madara Uchiha were here, he'd have to call this kid ancestor!
This isn't fair! This isn't fair! I demand a rematch!
But Sasuke didn't care about Danzo's thoughts.
"Inferno Style: Flame Control!"
With a cold gaze, Sasuke drew back the bowstring of his Susanoo, manifesting an ancient Totsuka arrow wreathed in pitch-black flames.
The arrow roared through the air like thunder, heading straight for the Dream Tapir!
Danzo's eyes shrank as he saw the flaming projectile flying toward him.
Without a second thought, he ducked behind the Dream Tapir!
The Dream Tapir caught this from the corner of its eye and was instantly horrified.
It couldn't move while channeling its technique.
It could only cast a helpless, resentful glance at Danzo.
Danzo, I am so confused!
The next moment—
BOOM!
The arrow pierced straight through the Dream Tapir, nailing it to the ground!
A mournful wail echoed.
And then—
POOF!
The Dream Tapir vanished in a puff of smoke.
As the summon disappeared, Sasuke's Susanoo also dissipated.
He clutched his bleeding eyes, squatting down while gasping for breath.
At his current age, his body couldn't fully handle using Susanoo yet.
With the Dream Tapir gone, Naruto was finally able to stand firm. Seeing Sasuke's weakened state, he hurried over to support him.
"Sasuke, are you okay?! That attack just now was amazing!"
Sasuke waved his hand weakly, using a secret technique to quickly recover chakra.
"That annoying summon is gone. Now it's time to deal with that damn Danzo."
Naruto stepped forward, standing in front of Sasuke, full of confidence.
"Leave it to me!"
Sasuke frowned slightly. "Naruto, are you sure?"
That single doubt ignited Naruto's fury.
"Damn it! Are you looking down on me?!"
Fueled by determination, Naruto charged at Danzo, aiming to prove himself.
"Take this!"
He jumped into the air, launching a powerful punch aimed directly at Danzo!
Danzo, still on high alert, carefully observed Naruto's movements.
Sasuke's earlier surprise attack had nearly killed him.
Using Izanagi again wasn't something he could take lightly.
And Naruto was no ordinary opponent.
Are these flaws… intentional?
Danzo's eyes narrowed.
Could Naruto be baiting him into attacking, only to counter at the last second?
"Hmph, I won't fall for it!"
Danzo tensed his muscles, cautiously throwing a punch to counter.
The next moment—
Naruto was sent flying like a ragdoll, crashing heavily into the ground.
Danzo: "…"
What the hell!?
I got tricked?!
He had overestimated Naruto's intelligence!
If he had known earlier, he would have finished him off in one move!
Danzo felt a surge of frustration.
Meanwhile, Minato Namikaze sat helplessly beside Shinomiya Uzumaki, who was leisurely sipping tea.
"Sasuke's progress is impressive, but Naruto's… well, it's hard to say."
Shinomiya Uzumaki chuckled. "Don't worry. The real show is about to begin."
Minato nodded, continuing to observe.
"Hey, how's it going?"
Sasuke sighed as he looked at Naruto, who was slowly getting up.
Naruto waved his hand. "I'm fine!"
Just then—
"Naruto, listen."
Kurama's voice echoed in Naruto's mind.
"Huh? Kurama, what's up?"
"I'm ready. You can use my power now."
Naruto's eyes widened in excitement.
"You've fully recovered?!"
"Yes."
At that moment—
A massive surge of chakra erupted, shaking the battlefield!
Naruto's body was wrapped in golden flames, forming a bright golden cloak.
Kurama Link Mode—Uzumaki Naruto!
Danzo's eyes bulged.
Perfect Jinchūriki?!
What the hell is this monster?!
He had the terrifying illusion that he was completely outmatched.
Sasuke smirked. "Not bad. I can't lag behind…"
He activated Mangekyō Sharingan, and his Susanoo reappeared.
The two looked at each other, saying nothing.
But the next moment—
They charged at Danzo together!
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