"That figure... was Konohagakure's Golden Flash, Minato Namikaze?!"
Akamichi Dōtō's massive form had nearly drawn the attention of everyone present. The moment his body shrank, almost everyone saw that fleeting flash of golden light, as well as Isobu's missed attack.
This development made every Kirigakure shinobi present shudder inwardly. After gathering nearly enough intelligence, Yuki Akira had already begun asking Yoru for permission to retreat.
"Retreat authorized. I'll cover the rear."
Yoru sent Sarutobi Shinnosuke flying with a slash. "Also, give me that brat."
"Yes, Lord Yoru."
Yuki Akira tossed Hatake Kakashi in her hands to Yoru. Just as Yoru caught him, Sarutobi Shinnosuke attacked once more.
"You're not going anywhere, Yuki Yoru!"
Three identical figures sprang out at once, their hands forming seals in midair.
The next moment, emerald-green Chakra barriers erupted from the bodies of the Sarutobi Shinnosukes positioned to the southeast, west, and north. In an instant, they connected together, forming a triangular barrier that completely trapped Yoru inside.
"Triple Seal!"
An S-rank Barrier Technique!
"Lord Yoru!"
Yuki Akira cried out in worry, but Yoru remained calm within the barrier. "Everyone, retreat beyond Higashimatsuyama. Don't worry about me."
"The situation has completely exceeded our plans. Konohagakure's combat strength is beyond imagination. Isobu alone is nowhere near enough to defeat Konohagakure. Take this intelligence back with you."
"This... yes, Lord Yoru."
Yuki Akira clenched her silver teeth and turned to leave.
Seeing this, Sarutobi Shinnosuke was about to order the Konohagakure shinobi to pursue, when the seemingly indestructible Triple Seal suddenly began to shake violently!
"You don't seriously think a Barrier Technique formed with Shadow Clones can trap me, do you?"
Yoru tilted his head, tossed Kakashi to the ground, and plopped down on top of him. "This is a pretty good viewing spot, so please don't do