While Nagi chased after Shibai, the battlefield of the Ninja World was also undergoing crucial preparations…
After Naruko and Satsuki successfully separated the Ōtsutsuki, Orochimaru and Kabuto began carrying out their plan.
Orochimaru walked up to Hashirama Senju and took out a sphere of chakra light.
"Lord First, this is something Nagi asked me to give you before I used Impure World Reincarnation to revive you."
Hashirama scratched his head.
"Is that so? Sorry for the trouble. But… what is this?"
He could sense that the chakra sphere was extraordinary.
Orochimaru replied:
"This is purified natural energy refined by Nagi. He produced two portions. One has already been infused into Madara's body. The other was entrusted to me for you."
Hashirama immediately realized how precious it was.
"I think this would be more suitable for Naruto or Sasuke."
He understood that Naruto and Sasuke had already surpassed him in strength. Giving the energy to them might be more useful.
At that moment, Tobirama stepped forward.
"Big Brother, just accept it."
"Naruto and Sasuke have already received Sage Chakra from the Sage of Six Paths. If they absorb this power as well, the two energies might conflict."
"Right now, only you can absorb this power and break through to the Six Paths level, which will help determine the outcome of this battle."
Hashirama nodded.
"I understand."
This was not the time for modesty. Only greater power could defeat the Ōtsutsuki.
Moreover, seeing Madara fighting fiercely while he himself could only watch was unbearable. If he joined the fight in his current state, he might only hold Madara back.
Kabuto and Team Guy
At the same time, Kabuto approached Team Guy.
He took out a black chakra container.
"Mr. Guy, we'll need you to use the Eight Gates Release for a surprise attack later."
Guy froze for a moment.
Then his gaze became firm, and he flashed his shining white smile.
"Leave it to me!"
He immediately understood what Kabuto meant.
The Gate of Death.
But Guy had already accepted that possibility long ago.
He gently looked at Rock Lee, Tenten, and Neji.
"Lee, Tenten, Neji… you three are my pride."
Tenten complained,
"Guy-sensei, why are you saying this now?"
Guy continued smiling warmly.
"From now on, study well. Eat well. Rest well. And never forget to uphold your youthful ninja way…"
The three of them suddenly realized what he meant.
"Guy-sensei… why are you saying that? Sensei… don't tell me you—"
"Yes."
Guy nodded.
"I will open the final Gate of Death."
After giving them one last look, he turned away.
"Now is the moment… to risk my life to protect those who matter most!!"
"Sensei!!" ×3
Rock Lee and Tenten burst into tears.
Neji's eyes also reddened.
But he understood something.
If Guy died, he would have to comfort Lee and Tenten afterward.
So he forced himself to hold back his tears and silently watched his teacher leave.
"…Um… actually, Mr. Guy, you don't have to die."
Kabuto finally spoke up.
If he waited any longer, the misunderstanding would get worse.
Guy took two steps forward.
Then he froze as if he had just heard something unbelievable.
"…Huh!? What did you say?"
Kabuto scratched his head awkwardly.
"I mean… we already developed a method to avoid dying from the Gate of Death."
"…." ×4
Damn it—why didn't you say that earlier?!
We already built up the whole emotional scene!
Kabuto Yakushi: I wanted to speak earlier, but none of you gave me a chance…
Kabuto handed the black chakra container to Guy.
"Inside are the stored techniques Izanagi and Creation Rebirth."
"Izanagi can turn the fatal outcome of the Gate of Death into an illusion, allowing you to survive."
"Creation Rebirth will quickly restore your chakra and heal your injuries, preventing the long-term damage caused by the blood-steam effect of the Eight Gates."
Guy accepted the container and bowed deeply.
"I understand. Thank you!"
Kabuto waved his hand dismissively.
"The ones who should be thanking you are us."
"Your resolve to sacrifice yourself to protect others—that is what truly deserves our respect."
Chat Discussion
[Madara Uchiha]: So they're using Izanagi to negate the death of the Gate of Death.
[Ōnoki]: Wait… doesn't that mean, theoretically, Might Guy could open the Eight Gates infinitely?
[Fourth Raikage A]: Damn! Isn't that ridiculously powerful?!
[Mei Terumi]: In that case, we gain another fighter capable of confronting the Ōtsutsuki.
[Tobirama Senju]: Calm down. That only works in theory.
[Orochimaru]: Exactly. Even if it works, using Izanagi consumes enormous chakra. Then using Creation Rebirth to replenish chakra would place tremendous strain on Guy's body.
[Tsunade]: Human cells can't withstand that kind of abuse.
[Rasa]: Sigh… I thought he could open the Eight Gates endlessly.
[Hiruzen Sarutobi]: Even so, exploiting this "loophole" to avoid the death of the Gate of Death is already impressive.
The Screen Continues…
The battle between Hinata and Matsu-shiki continued.
"Truth-Seeking Orb Light Cannon!"
From her right palm, Hinata released numerous Truth-Seeking Orbs, coating them with green chakra.
They fired like a rain of lasers toward Matsu-shiki.
Matsu-shiki dodged rapidly while searching for an opening.
"Azure Soul Spiral!"
A massive blue energy sphere formed in his hand.
Using it as a shield, he blocked the laser rain and pushed it toward Hinata.
"Silver Wheel Reincarnation Explosion!"
Hinata released several Truth-Seeking Orbs from her palm.
By rotating them with both hands, she formed a silver halo of chakra, from which a gigantic tornado erupted.
The tornado collided with the massive energy sphere.
The two forces locked in a stalemate.
"What incredible wind power…"
"What terrifying energy…"
Both of them felt the pressure of the other's technique.
Another Battlefield
"Lava Release: Scorching Lava River Technique!"
Naruko spewed out numerous giant magma spheres.
Seeing this attack, Mei-shiki didn't dare underestimate it.
"Ame-no-Oshihomimi!"
Several purple magatama appeared in his hand and were hurled toward Naruko.
As they flew, the magatama rapidly expanded in size.
But Naruko remembered Sasuke's warning, so she was prepared.
The magma spheres collided with the magatama and shattered them.
However—
Mei-shiki smiled.
The broken magatama fragments suddenly accelerated toward Naruko.
Naruko narrowed her eyes.
"So the magatama can still attack after shattering… Just like Sasuke said."
"They can fragment infinitely. And the smaller they become, the faster they move."
"But…"
She remained completely calm.
Just as Mei-shiki thought he had caught her off guard—
Suddenly, magma erupted around the fragments.
"What!?"
Before he could react, the extreme heat melted the fragments, turning them into useless debris.
Naruko sighed in relief.
"Whew… Good thing I prepared in advance."
"If those magatama had shrunk to the size of needles, things would've gotten troublesome."
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