Chapter 422

A soft compliment followed.

Relieved to have received affirmation, Ying's usually cold face broke into a happy smile.

342. The countdown to the destruction of Konoha has begun; you have less than a year left.

"Hehe..."

Orochihime stared at this scene, a wicked smile playing on her lips.

There was no look of fear in her eyes.

On the contrary, they were confident.

This shows that if Ying can do something, she can do it too, and even do it better.

Tailed Beast Power?

This thing is indeed very powerful, but if it's a ninja, they'll definitely have a way to capture it.

Otherwise, the Nine Tailed Beasts would not have become the property of ninjas.

Therefore, the biggest threat at present is not Naruto Uzumaki.

It was actually Amakawa Akito himself.

He possessed a darker heart and a more unwavering mind Pain.

If Pain is a child who never grew up.

So, Amakawa Akito is someone who's forever stuck in a teenage mindset.

Idolish, powerful, extreme... Once they've made up their minds, they never look back.

So.

"Shall we make a move?"

The Akito looked at Orochihime.

Do you dare to lay a hand on me?

His cold gaze was fixed on Orochihime as if she were staring at a pile of trash.

Those who are obsessed with the theory of bloodline are, in the eyes of Akito, nothing but fools.

"Hehehe..."

Orochihime... I'm considering it.

"Naruto...!"

Yamato used Wood Release to rebuild a bridge.

The members of Team 7 ran from a distance and quickly arrived at Naruto's side.

Sakura immediately used Medical Ninjutsu to heal Naruto.

Kakashi stood in front of Team 7, protecting them in a guard-like posture.

"Hehe, Kakashi, don't be so nervous."

Orochihime turned her gaze to him.

"I think the Emperor won't kill Naruto Uzumaki..."

From many years ago until now.

Amakawa Akito had countless opportunities to kill Naruto Uzumaki, but he didn't take them.

And his various actions.

It was more like a test... and coercion.

"If I'm not mistaken, his goal is to squeeze out Naruto Uzumaki's potential."

Orochihime shrugged.

"After all, there are very few ninjas in this world worth his time..."

Orochihime believes.

When one's power reaches the level of Amakawa Akito, it's inevitable that one will feel a sense of invincibility, like the legendary swordsman Dugu Qiubai.

His attention to Naruto Uzumaki demonstrates this.

He believes that Minato Namikaze's son has great potential and is capable of reaching very high levels.

One day, Naruto Uzumaki may surpass most ninjas and reach a level where he can look at Amakawa Akito on equal footing.

This is also why Amakawa Akito didn't kill him immediately.

"Just for that reason?!"

Sakura, who was treating Naruto, shed tears.

She raised her head and glared angrily at the Akito floating in the sky.

At that moment, Naruto Uzumaki slowly woke up.

"One year."

The Akito spoke calmly.

Everyone: "?"

You have less than a year left.

The Akito dynasty official looked down at everyone from his high vantage point.

"At that time, I will destroy the entire Konoha."

After declaring his intention to destroy Konoha, Akito planned to leave.

"Until then, just quietly await the arrival of 'Judgment Day'."

In less than a year, the Akito's "Destroy Konoha" operation will begin.

At that time, Konoha will face more than just violent crushing.

There is also a moral obligation, and an end to past hatred.

The various crimes committed by Konoha in the past.

They will all be interrogated and judged one by one.

After that, the corrupt old regime will be destroyed.

On the ruins of Konoha, Akito will build a brand new city...

"Hmm..."

What did Naruto Uzumaki want to say?

But at that moment he was completely exhausted.

It will take a while to recover.

Therefore, he could only watch helplessly as the Akito left.

After considering the consequences and risks, Orochihime cautiously refrained from taking action on the spot.

Without a doubt, this choice was wise.

Otherwise, her fate would be to be subjected to terrifying Dark Taijutsu attacks... for three days and three nights, or even longer.

Smack

Sasuke moved aside and walked away into the distance.

There's no point in staying here any longer.

Sasuke's expression was cold, but his eyes clearly revealed a sense of anxiety.

"Heh heh, Sasuke-kun, are you feeling the pressure?"

Orochihime asked.

Sasuke with Mitsudomoe has now reached the limit of his current level.

To further enhance one's strength, one would need to awaken the Mangekyō Sharingan, or... something else.

Compare to the power of the Nine-Tails.

And what about that guy named Tsuchigumo Hotaru?

At this point, in terms of strength, he could only be considered an "ordinary person".

"Weren't you going to capture the 'Six-Tails'?"

Sasuke said without turning his head.

"Then let's go quickly!"

Sasuke couldn't wait any longer and planned to use the Six-Tails as his testing ground.

Orochihime's goal was similar.

The Six-Tails is a good test subject for the strength of one's own pieces.

She immediately decided to set off for the Land of Water.

But soon, a small insect behind them caught the four people's attention.

"Um?"

Orochihime turned her head and saw a smiling face.

Sai maintained his fake smile and said, "Lord Orochimaru, I am Danzo Danzo's subordinate. Danzo hopes to obtain some information from you..."

"Kakashi- sensei..."

After being healed, Naruto Uzumaki sat on the ground, looking dejected.

He was defeated by Ying again.

This reminded him of a scene from the Chunin Ninja Exams.

"Damn it... it's happening again!"

Naruto Uzumaki slammed his fist into the ground.

If they can't even beat that guy named Ying, how are they supposed to defeat Amakawa Akito?!

"We must develop new techniques."

Kakashi said calmly.

"Naruto, once we return to Konoha, I'll test your Chakra attributes and try to perfect the true form of the Rasengan..."

Naruto Uzumaki: "Hmm?"

The Rasengan is a technique invented by Minato Namikaze based on the Tailed Beast Bomb Ball.

In Minato Namikaze's vision, the Rasengan could be infused with Chakra properties, ultimately becoming a terrifying S-rank technique.

But he died before he could realize it.

"Therefore... I believe that you will be responsible for completing this technique."

Kakashi patted Naruto on the shoulder.

He believed in his teacher's son.

"Kakashi -senpai..."

Yamato walked over, his expression serious.

"Sai is missing... Judging from the location of the seed transmitter, he must have gone to find Orochimaru."

Is that so?

Kakashi showed no surprise whatsoever.