The remains of Jhin stopped those futile efforts to stabilize the space. The light on it was no longer the cold, absolutely rational white light before, but was dyed with a warm, golden color like the morning sun.
It raised its "head" and looked at Naruto who was comforting Ten-Tails, and then looked at Sasuke in front of it.
Finally, it turned into a pure data flow and actively integrated into this collapsing space.
The next second, a miracle happened.
The chaotic data flow waterfall stopped rushing, the floating islands of broken memories stopped colliding, and the violent space cracks began to heal at a speed visible to the naked eye.
The remains of Jhin, using its last strength, chose to execute a new command - not "stability", but "Acceptance".
It Acceptance eliminates the imperfection of this space, Acceptance Ten-Tails its existence, Acceptance it eliminates all the confusing variables.
Then, it reconstructed this riddled pocket space into a brand new, stable, small world with a complete ecological cycle.
The data chains that bound Ten-Tails were also untied. The huge Chakra aggregate, under the guidance of Naruto's consciousness, began to slowly decompose and re-formed into nine Tailed Beast with different shapes but extremely clear eyes.
One-Tail Shukaku, Two-Tails Matatabi, Isobu... Kurama also had an independent body again. It looked at its paws, then at Naruto not far away, and gave a proud "hum" and looked away.
"Well done! Naruto! Sasuke!" Sage of Six Paths's voice sounded in their minds.
"Grandpa?!"
"The remains of Jhin used themselves as sacrifices to create a new home for these children. And you gave this home a "heart"." Sage of Six Paths's voice was filled with relief, "You not only saved the world, but also exceeded my expectations and found a new answer that truly allows Tailed Beast and humanity to coexist."
Naruto and Sasuke looked at each other, and both saw a trace of exhaustion and relief in each other's eyes.
"Then, it's time to go back." Sasuke said.
"Yeah!" Naruto smiled and nodded, "Everyone must be waiting impatiently! Especially Sakura's fist!"
Sasuke used up the last of his power to open a return passage.
When they set foot on the land of Jonin world again, they were greeted by warm sunshine and countless faces filled with worry, expectation and ecstasy.
The world no longer flickers. The sky no longer tears.
Everything is fine.
Sasuke glanced at the guy next to him who was smiling like an idiot, and then at his companions running in the distance. Finally, he raised his head and looked at the blue sky where there was no longer any threat.
The world is still full of various problems. There are frictions between countries and misunderstandings between people.
Very imperfect.
But for some reason, he felt that this was good.
"Hey, Sasuke." Naruto suddenly poked him with her elbow.
"What?"
"When we get back, why don't we go eat ramen? I'll treat you!"
"..."
Sasuke was silent for a moment.
"... you need to add eggs."
The way home is both long and short.
It was long because everyone was dragging their extremely tired bodies, and every step felt like stepping on cotton. Short because the joy of surviving the disaster and the longing for the future made this journey full of laughter and laughter. Unknowingly, the familiar outline of Konoha appeared on the horizon.
"Hey, Sasuke, it's agreed, luxury miso barbecued pork ramen, super large portion, your treat!" Naruto put one arm on Sasuke's shoulder, and gestured with the other hand to make an exaggerated big bowl shape, and his saliva almost flowed out.
"... I know, the one at the end of the crane." Sasuke rarely did not shake him away, but turned his head slightly to avoid the stupidity, "But if you make me poor, you will have to find a way to fund your missions in the future."
"Eh?! So stingy!"
"Humph."
Looking at this scene, Sakura and Kakashi who were walking in front looked at each other and smiled. The sun was just right and the breeze was not dry. Everything seemed to be back many years ago when they had just become Team 7. Only this time, no one in the team would suddenly leave again.
When they finally reached Village Entrance, the expected quiet handover and rest did not occur.
Almost everyone in Konoha gathered in front of the gate.
There are no red tapes lined up to greet you, no uniform slogans. Just familiar, tear-stained smiling faces.
Iruka stood at the front, and the moment he saw Naruto, this strong man couldn't bear it anymore. His tears were like a faucet that was turned on, but he grinned like a child.
"Welcome back...Naruto..."
"I'm back! Iruka-sensei!" Naruto let go of Sasuke, rushed over like a cannonball, and gave Iruka a solid hug.
The crowd burst into loud cheers.
The children were riding on their father's neck, waving a simple flag with Naruto's head on it. The villagers who once avoided Naruto were now scrambling to get closer to him and want to say "thank you" to him in person.
Sasuke stood on the outskirts of the crowd, a little uncomfortable with the noise. A timid little girl Earth Flow came to him and handed him a candy.
"Thank you...Uchiha brother."
Sasuke was stunned. He looked at the ordinary candy, and then at the little girl's clear, unbiased eyes, and for a moment he didn't know how to react.
He silently accepted the candy, said "hmm" softly, turned around and melted into the shadows, but the candy was tightly held in his hand.
That night, the entire Leaf turned into a sea of joy.
The celebration banquet was not held in any high-end banquet hall, but in the square in the center of the village, with a long flowing banquet. The aroma of barbecue filled every street, which was kindly sponsored by the Akimichi Clan.
"Heroes!"
I don't know who took the lead in raising the glass, and everyone responded. Naruto was so drunk that he was still bragging about how he used the "ramen theory" to convince the final boss. Although everyone was confused, it didn't stop them from laughing.
Rock Lee and Kai were in the center of the square, engaging in a youthful duel of "one-finger stand on one finger and drinking juice."
Ya and Shino argued endlessly over whether Akamaru was considered a "person" and whether he should occupy a seat.
Shikamaru found it troublesome and had already hid on the roof, watching the moon with Temari and enjoying a moment of tranquility.
Everything is so beautiful.
Kakashi was leaning under a tree, looking at this scene with satisfaction. He was about to secretly take out the collector's edition of <Makeout Paradise·Final Volume> to taste the fruits of victory, but a figure blocked the moonlight in front of him.
"Oh, Kakashi, my old enemy! How can I hide here alone on such a night worthy of celebration! Come! Let us have a vigorous arm wrestling showdown to draw a successful conclusion to our youth!"
"Ah... it's Might Guy..." Kakashi weakly stuffed the book back, "Please spare me, my old bones can't stand your torture."