Jiraiya

His expression was grim, and his hands were forming hand seals, as if casting some kind of jutsu.

Meanwhile, in mid-air, Rasa, standing on a golden mat, and the Kazekage, fanning his Iron Sand wings, were desperately dodging sharp sword slashes.

The fleeting sword slashes were incredibly sharp; whether it was a wall of gold or a barrier of iron, they were as fragile as mud sculptures before these slender blades.

If the Kazekage hadn't been constantly helping Rasa block, Rasa would have long since been cut into several pieces, just like the Gold Dust scattering everywhere.

"Jiraiya?!"

"What is he doing here?"

Upon arriving at the battlefield, Souya and Sasori saw this scene and couldn't help but show surprise.

Facing Jiraiya and his disciple, the Kazekage and Rasa were in a state of desperate flight, completely unable to fight back.

"Hm?" Minato's figure suddenly appeared on the Gold Dust ground.

He looked warily at Souya and Sasori.

"Sasori, the blond one can teleport to the location of any special kunai he throws, even if it's in mid-flight!"

"The white-haired one's ninjutsu is very powerful. In short, both of them are stronger than you and me, so be very careful!"

Facing these "hexagon warriors" with virtually no weaknesses, Souya was quite troubled.

But he couldn't not come, after all, the Third Kazekage was here.

Souya looked up and saw a transparent sealing barrier faintly shimmering in the air. This was likely Jiraiya's method to prevent the Kazekage and Rasa from flying too high and then engaging in cowardly long-range attacks...

"Heh! Two more strong guys have arrived!"

"It seems Sunagakure isn't simple either, Minato!"

Jiraiya turned to look at Souya and Sasori, sensing their unusual strength from the aura they exuded.

"Yes, Master Jiraiya, it's a good thing you're here this time, otherwise it would have been really troublesome!" Minato's gaze lingered on Sasori.

After all, his striking red hair was exceptionally familiar to Minato.

"Hahaha! It's been a long time since my disciple and I fought together! Today, let's take on these petty troublemakers from Sunagakure together!" Jiraiya suddenly burst into hearty laughter.

Then, his hands moved, forming the sequence of Tiger, Dog, Rooster, Monkey, Sheep seals.

"Summoning Technique!"

BANG!

Revealed within the swirling smoke was a large red toad, about ten meters tall, holding a giant pipe in its mouth, wearing a sash, and with a short sword tucked into it.

"Hm? Jiraiya? Minato's here too!"

"What kind of enemy could make you two team up?" Gamabunta exhaled a puff of smoke and quickly scanned the battlefield.

"The enemies this time are a bit tricky. I'm sorry to trouble you!" Minato said to Gamabunta with a smile, appearing humble and polite.

Watching from afar, Souya couldn't help but sigh. Truly worthy of the title "Little Sun," Minato was a companion who made one feel at ease.

Unfortunately, ever since Souya was born in Sunagakure, he had been adopted and raised by his masters and uncles. Later, after being taken as a disciple by the Third Kazekage, the Kazekage personally guided him and entrusted him with important responsibilities.

He remembered all of this. As a member of Sunagakure, encountering Minato on the battlefield meant they could only compete.

"Master, are you alright?" Souya turned to the Kazekage, who had flown to his side.

"I'm fine, it's just that Rasa's chakra is quite depleted." The Kazekage looked at Souya and Sasori, a hint of pride in his eyes. Even though Konohagakure produced many talents, he was confident that the new generation trained by their village was not inferior.

Souya quickly took out a Military Rations Pill and gave it to Rasa. There was still a tough battle ahead, and any extra strength would increase their chances of victory.

If it weren't for the several Kage-level combatants nearby, Souya's personality would have led him to flee long ago.

To fight Minato and his disciple alone? What difference was that from seeking death?

"Master, these two are likely difficult to deal with!" Souya stared intently at Jiraiya, who stood atop the giant toad, wary of any sudden attacks.

"Indeed! Their mastery of Sealing Techniques is quite impressive; they managed to set up a high-level barrier that restricts my flight capabilities..."

"And this barrier is quite thick; even my Iron Sand spears couldn't pierce it."

The Kazekage looked up at the sky, which seemed empty. However, upon closer inspection, one could see a beautiful spectrum of colors under the sunlight, like the shimmering ripples of light refracted on the surface of water.

"Careful!"

As the Kazekage finished speaking, an intense wave of heat surged towards the four of them.

"Fire Style? Oil Flame Bullet!"

Blazing flames mixed with hot oil, a composite elemental oil-fire ninjutsu, covered Souya's field of vision.

Anyone who, out of habit, tried to block Jiraiya's ninjutsu with Water Style would soon gain an unforgettable lesson.

But fortunately, none of the four were ninjas proficient in Water Style. The Kazekage raised his hands.

A large expanse of Iron Sand instantly appeared in front of the four of them.

But before that, Souya's ninjutsu was already completed.

"Earth Style? Earth Style: Earth Style Wall!"

A thick, solid wall suddenly rose in front of the Iron Sand.

BOOM!

The surging flames and the towering earth wall collided, sending sparks flying skyward.

But in the blink of an eye, amidst the crackling, popping sounds, the earth wall was pierced by flames coated in oil.

BANG!

Large stones, their surfaces burning with flames, impacted the Iron Sand behind the earth wall.

"Iron Sand Wall!"

The Kazekage, who had enough time to buffer, naturally didn't have to worry about the strength of the Iron Sand Wall he cast. The oval-shaped Iron Sand Wall firmly protected the four of them inside.

However, waves of heat still seeped in from the sides. The power of this Fire Style ninjutsu, which made it seem like the very air was being scorched, was truly terrifying.

Sizzle!

Fire oil flowed across the ground as well, licking away the sparse green life from the surface.

Souya frowned slightly and raised his right hand, summoning a golden cloud.

Souya and Sasori jumped onto it; the ground was still too dangerous.

Three out of the four of them were ninja who could fly using Magnet Release, so they naturally had to make full use of their high mobility.