Sealed space.
Behind the vermilion gate.
Sukuna sat on the Box of Paradise, resting her chin on one hand, a faint smile playing on her lips.
"The strongest Shikigami in the Jujutsu World versus the strongest beast in the Shinobi World?"
"It's quite interesting."
Upon first encountering the Nine-Tails, Sukuna considered slaying the Nine-Tails his destiny and harbored a strong desire to strike.
Things are different now.
When he first took over Kagami Uchiha's body, he was confident he could defeat the Nine-Tails, and now he was about to devour Ōtsutsuki Isshiki Karma Seal.
In his eyes, the Nine-Tails was nothing special.
Sensing the disdain in Sukuna, Kagami Uchiha said calmly.
"Sukuna, do you think we can fight against the Isshiki from back then?"
After thinking for a while, Sukuna spoke.
"It will take time before we can fully digest him. If you mean the strength he ultimately displayed, we're still a little short."
Kagami Uchiha's lips curled up slightly.
"If Nine-Tails finds a suitable Jinchuriki, it can unleash Isshiki greater power than Isshiki did back then in a short period of time."
When Naruto used Baryon Mode, he genuinely suppressed Isshiki.
The effect is the same as Nine-Tails opening the Gate of Death.
Are you serious?
Sukuna had some doubts.
"That kind of guy?"
After all, the Nine-Tails is no match for the Sharingan.
"They can burn their souls and explode their lives. If my first partner was the Nine-Tails..."
"I will choose to reconcile with him and truly regard him as a partner."
Kagami Uchiha and glanced at Sukuna with a hint of mockery.
"You heartless freak, you're the real monster. Even the name 'Sukuna' is just a name for a hypothetical demon."
"He has a name; his name is Kurama."
"What right do you have to evaluate the Nine-Tails from the perspective of an audience member?"
"Tailed Beast are servants of the Mangekyō Sharingan, and your role is similar."
"If I say 'we,' do you really think you're on the same level as me?"
Sizzle—
Sizzle——————
Sizzle!!
Countless, endless slashes rained down on the Gate of Sealing!
The mental space, belonging to the half of the cage, was shaking violently.
The sea of blood churned, and the Dragon Vein roared.
But the vermilion gate remained unmoved.
The black curtain slowly fell, and Kagami Uchiha's last gaze was imprinted in Sukuna's eyes.
"Alright then, Sukuna."
"Once the Isshiki is completely disintegrated, I will give you a chance to leave the seal."
"You're lacking."
"A real blow."
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The perspective returns to the skies above Konoha.
Under the control of Kagami Uchiha, Nine-Tails) forced Mahoraga) into a series of defeats.
A large fox displayed exceptional Taijutsu, rather than simply swinging its claws and striking with its tail.
Having fought Isshiki before, Mahoraga now possesses the strength to rival Kurama even without the Susanoo Nine-Tails.
Kagami Uchiha controlled the Nine-Tails, starting with a low-level Tailed Beast Ball and gradually increasing its power, giving Mahoraga enough time to adapt.
At the same time.
Above the Hokage Building, a clone of Kagami Uchiha placed his hand on Kushina's abdomen, and a ball of crimson chakra slowly flowed into her.
For an ordinary Jinchuriki, being separated from Tailed Beast would mean certain death; to save them, one would have to use a life-for-life method.
But Kushina was different; she had enough time to wait for rescue.
However, to rescue her, one would need a portion of the Nine-Tails Chakra to seal it within her body.
In addition, the Yin-Yang Release Secret Technique allows them to maintain their vitality for a period of time.
Then, relying on Kushina's own strong vitality, she survived this period of weakness.
Kagami Uchiha calculated that there shouldn't be any problem safely separating the Nine-Tails.
He didn't really care Kushina lived or died, but if she died, Minato would probably be in big trouble, and it would be hard to find such a diligent tool again.
Once he has the Nine-Tails Chakra, Minato Namikaze will be able to come in handy in some high-level situations.
If it were Kagami Uchiha had absorbed Isshiki before, he would choose to use the Nine-Tails himself.
But Isshiki buy-one-get-one-free deal, once you've sold it, you can find another Ten-Tails.
In Kagami Uchiha's eyes, the Nine-Tails was considered second-rate equipment, something that could be discarded and given to his subordinates and younger brother.
Just like when he gave Sode no Shirayuki to Shisui.
Narukami's longsword and Orochimaru's Kusanagi Sword are no longer of much use to him.
But they are very handsome.
At least it has value as an ornament.
As the Shadow Clone withdrew its hands, a few traces of color returned to Kushina's pale face.
Minato gripped her hand tightly, his expression relaxing slightly.
He didn't know much about Medical Ninjutsu, but he could tell that Kushina was out of danger.
"Kushina, how are you feeling?"
Kushina took a few slow breaths and gave Minato a gentle smile.
"Minato..."
"It's so quiet... quieter than ever before since that day..."
Tears streamed down their faces.
The Shadow Clone couldn't stand it any longer and immediately dispelled itself.
Besides this Shadow Clone, there are four other Shadow Clone of Kagami Uchiha located at the four corners of the village.
A huge crimson barrier, like a platform, covered the sky above Konoha.
Four Red Yang Formation - Modified, Planar Red Yang Barrier.
Despite enduring the fierce attacks from the Nine-Tails and the Mahoraga, this crimson barrier only showed slight ripples.
Among the crowd below, Hashirama, who had just lost everything at the gambling den, looked up at this scene.
"Can one person really support the Four Red Yang Formation... Kagami, you might have more chakra than I do!"
"That's amazing!"
He had become acquainted with the Nine-Tails, and seeing him stand up and use his Taijutsu was quite novel to him.
Noticing the Tomoe in Nine-Tails's eyes, Hashirama Senju shook his head with a wry smile.
You and Madara, you've gone too far with Nine-Tails...
Uh... I don't think I'm qualified to say that.
He gazed at Mahoraga.
With that terrifying appearance, it's clear it's no good.
Compared to him, even the Tailed Beast are quite cute.
"Is that... Evil Being tamed by the mirror?"
Hashirama Senju remembered a family he had heard of during the Warring States Era period that worshipped similar Evil Being.
That clan was eventually wiped out by a coalition of several Ninja Clan, and it seems that some remnants escaped to the Land of Hot Springs.
He had only heard Uchiha Madara mention it, so he didn't know much about it.
Forget it, I don't want to think about it anymore.
Ask Tobirama to get some more money.
My luck has just started to improve, I'm absolutely sure I can win it back!!
Throughout Konoha, only a few people who were addicted to gambling dens and taverns stayed indoors.
Gamblers, lechers, and alcoholics each have their own channels.
Between the high-rise buildings, the powerful figures occupied the best vantage points, their aura deterring ordinary ninjas from approaching.
"The eye power is enough to control the Nine-Tails, and that monster is also mentioned in the news leaked from the Four Nations Alliance."
"It's said that back then he could barely withstand a few attacks from the Nine-Tails, but now he's grown to this level..."
Pain, Nagato, Konan.
Many years ago, the three-person team reunited on a water tower in a tall building.
Swish.
Jiraiya removed his mask, approached the three, and his gaze fell on Yahiko's corpse, which had transformed into Pain.
His eyes held an overwhelming sadness.
"Nagato... Konan... Yahiko..."
Nagato didn't turn around, and said calmly, "Jiraiya- sensei, you once told us that an era of mutual understanding between people would come."
"That's why Yahiko lost his life."
"Now..."
"How can you still have the audacity to say such a thing?"
"I know... it's too late to say anything..."
"I am a failed teacher."
"I couldn't protect you..."
"Now, can I help you, and help Kakashi this time too...?"
"I will team up with you to participate in the competition, and I hope you can let Obito meet Kakashi."
"How about we regroup the Frog Squad?"
"Yahiko, Nagato, Konan."
Nagato slowly turned his head, his pale purple Rinnegan showing little emotional fluctuation.
"Jiraiya- sensei, you've changed..."
Jiraiya grinned broadly.
"Right now, I'm doing what I want to do!"