"Don't worry, Neji. I've completely mastered Sage Mode; all that's left is to test it in actual combat. With my current strength and Karin by my side, unless the entire Akatsuki comes after us, even if we can't win, escaping won't be a problem. Besides, before the Akatsuki can turn their attention to us, they'll have to capture the One-Tail and Two-Tails first. And once the Akatsuki makes a move, the Sand Ninja and Cloud Ninja will definitely respond. That gives us the perfect window to react. I need to leave the village this time to verify something very important. Also, Neji, I'm a little worried about Sasuke, too. I need to go check on him."
Naruto gently shook his head and spoke in the calmest of tones.
"Naruto, have you already completed your Sage Mode training?"
Neji was slightly taken aback.
Karin, standing nearby, also asked with delight, "Have you really finished?"
"Yeah, you could say I've completed it for now. I still need to put it through a few tests in actual combat. And I have the Flying Thunder God Technique, too, so you don't need to worry, Neji. As for the village, though, I'll need you to keep a close eye on things."
Naruto answered with a smile.
"Since you've said so, Naruto, I understand. But please be careful!"
"Don't worry, Neji!"
After that, Naruto and Neji discussed several important matters concerning the village's infrastructure.
Then they summoned Fuyi, Taizan, Utakata, and the others, and gave them a few instructions.
Naruto then left Snow Ninja Village with Karin and headed straight for the Land of Fire. Given their current strength, they didn't need to worry about ordinary people noticing them. After a journey of about ten days, Naruto and Karin arrived safely at their destination.
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