Defeating Kimimaro / Three Years of Training, and the Naruto's Death Arc!

When the Demon Power surged into Sasuke's body, the feeling of his chakra and spirit becoming stronger along with his body made him laugh out loud with excitement.

But as he laughed, he could no longer suppress his killing intent. "Just wait, Itachi, I will soon have the power to kill you!"

He had previously possessed unprecedented confidence.

Little did they know that they only received one-fifth of Naruto's.

However, this wasn't Asuramaru showing favoritism; after all, Naruto would never intentionally kill someone, but Sasuke was a different story.

If he were allowed to kill his way through the ninja world for several years, he might turn around and suppress Naruto; he needs to be somewhat restricted.

That makes perfect sense!

However, from the outside, Naruto seemed to have already understood something when he looked at Sasuke, who was covering his face and laughing not far away.

But I still asked.

"Are you really determined to leave the village and follow Orochimaru to train?"

Upon hearing this, Sasuke also put away his smile and replied seriously, "Staying in the village will no longer allow me to become stronger quickly. You should also know about Asuramaru's ability."

Only by leaving the village can I gain greater power!

Naruto could understand this.

After all, Sasuke desperately needs power right now, and perhaps only by leaving the village can he quickly become stronger and begin his revenge!

Seeing that Naruto remained silent, Sasuke's cold gaze met his, and he said in a low voice, "Did you come here to stop me, Naruto?"

After a moment of contemplation, Naruto suddenly replied with a serious expression, "I know I can't change your mind. Even if I take you back this time, you will eventually leave one day."

So I won't stop you, but I'll wait for you to come back in the village as a friend..."

Upon hearing these words, Sasuke's expression froze.

But regaining his composure, he immediately turned around and said coldly, "Now, as an Avenger, I have no friends!"

Having said that, he turned and left.

But in his heart, he had already considered Naruto as the most important friend in his life, and who knew when they would meet again after this parting...

As the figure gradually disappeared into the distance, a third jet-black tomoe appeared around the crimson pupils in Sasuke's eyes!

He watched Sasuke's departing figure.

Naruto sheathed his sword and prepared to return to Konoha.

But it was at this very moment...

However, the voice of Asuramaru in his mind warned, "Someone else is coming. It looks like reinforcements from the other side. They're to your east and will be here soon."

Chapter 267 Slaying Kimimaro

Are there still enemies?

Naruto turned to his right and then leaped up into the tree.

Just a moment later.

A figure appeared in sight. The newcomer had a head of white hair and a somewhat sickly face. The newcomer was none other than Kimimaro.

He was seen scanning his surroundings with a bone blade in his hand.

Upon seeing the corpses of the Sound Four nearby, he paused briefly before speaking, "Am I too late? Sasuke's body isn't here. Were they taken back...?"

As he spoke, he prepared to continue the chase.

However, Naruto was hiding in the tree, suddenly launched a sneak attack, sending several Tri-Pronged Kunai flying down from above.

Upon seeing this, Kimimaro immediately dodged to the side, quickly analyzing the situation in his mind.

The enemy hasn't left yet, which means Sasuke might not have been captured; he might have simply escaped.

This thought came to mind.

Kimimaro's serious expression finally softened, and as he came to his senses, he saw Naruto leap to the ground and pick up the kunai he had just thrown.

Upon seeing the newcomer, Kimimaro seemed to recognize him as well. "Naruto Uzumaki, Orochimaru has mentioned you to me."

I have a question for you: Where is Sasuke Uchiha?

Naruto responded to this question with a blank expression.

Do you think I'd tell you?

Kimimaro, having been turned away, did not get angry, nor did he show much emotion. He simply held the bone blade and said coldly.

"In that case, I will do my best to let you leave this world without pain."

Without a word, he immediately raised his hands.

"Dead Bone Pulse - Ten Fingers Pierced by Bullets!"

The bones at the tips of all ten fingers shot out like bullets.

Seeing this, Naruto drew his sword to defend himself while simultaneously forming hand seals, unleashing "Multiple Shadow Clone Technique!"

As a cloud of smoke rose, numerous Shadow Clone dispersed, each wielding Tri-Pronged Kunai, scattering in all directions.

In response, Kimimaro immediately grabbed his bone blade and dashed forward as soon as his finger bones recovered.

"The Dance of the Clematis!"

The moment he reached Naruto, he immediately thrust forward with the bone spikes in his hand, piercing them like a dense rain of needles.

But Naruto's response was to draw his sword.

"Draw Slash!"

Chakra coalesced on the blade as it was unleashed in a single slash.

The bone blade shattered instantly.

Kimimaro was not surprised at all, after all, he had already obtained the corresponding information from Orochimaru, and saw that all over his body...

Bone growths pierce through the flesh.

"The Dance of the Larch!"

It spins its body rapidly, like a spinning hedgehog, making it difficult to touch.

At such close range.

Naruto his sword, could only Flying Thunder God Technique to dodge, and his gaze towards the enemy before him became more serious.

The opponent is very strong, far surpassing the strength of the previous Sound Ninja!

After testing each other out...

Kimimaro immediately activated his Cursed Seal Level Two, turning his skin completely black and his white hair gray.

His ribs grew larger and protruded from his body, and a thick tail grew from his back. He said in a deep voice, "That sword is indeed as Orochimaru said, capable of easily cutting through any object."

However, my ability is the Dead Bone Pulse, which allows me to freely control the changes and growth of my bones, so even if they are cut, it won't cause any serious harm!

As he spoke, he reached behind him and grabbed his own spine, forcefully pulling it out of his body.

Holding it in my hand, it feels like a bone whip.

"Dead Bone Pulse: Dance of the Bracken Fern!"

The bone whip was swung forward, producing a roaring sound as it whipped through the air.

Naruto immediately dodged upon seeing this.

But the trees behind him were snapped in half, and as the opponent continued to swing the bone whip, the surrounding trees also shattered.

Clear this area completely!

Kimimaro was unable to do anything to Naruto, but he could feel his life slipping away and that he didn't have much time left.

Looking at Naruto in front of him, he couldn't help but recall Orochimaru's figure, and then he firmly placed his hands on the ground.

"Dead Bone Pulse - Dance of the Seedling Fern!"

In an instant.

Huge bone spikes kept rising abruptly from the ground, completely covering the area in the blink of an eye.

After doing all this Kimimaro couldn't help but gasp for breath; this move had taken an extremely toll on him.

Without time to rest, he immediately leaped onto the bone spikes above, only to find that the original open space had been completely covered by the bone spikes.

But Naruto appeared before him unharmed and slowly spoke.

"Trying to use wide-range ninjutsu to prevent me from dodging in time? Unfortunately, it has no effect on me."

Kimimaro's pupils contracted slightly, and he smiled wryly.

"You're quite an impressive guy."

In response to the praise, Naruto smiled and replied, "Even though you're an enemy, you're not bad either."

However, Kimimaro was already terminally ill at this point and knew that he had no ability to kill his opponent, but he still chose to take a gamble.

He dropped the bone whip, and the protruding bone in his right arm turned around and wrapped around the flesh, forming a bone drill.

Without saying a word, it simply stepped on the bone spurs and attacked directly.

Seeing this, Naruto also charged forward, wielding his swords in both hands, as blazing flames erupted from the blades.

He stood up and leaped, flipping sideways in the air.

Drawing a graceful arc, the spinning flaming wheel appeared in Kimimaro's sight, and a sound rang in his ears.

"Dance of the Fire God: Fire Chariot!"

The moment the bone drill collides with the blade.

He was then split in two, his body cut in half at the waist.

But he did not feel any pain.

Perhaps death would be the only relief for him.

Having repaid Orochimaru's kindness, Kimimaro died here without regrets.

Meanwhile, in Asuramaru's mind, the system notification sounded again: [Ding! Detected that Jonin Kimimaro experienced negative emotions on his deathbed, gaining 5000 Emotion Points!]

A total of 5000 Demon Power was obtained, and 50% of Nourishment will be given back to the sword master!

As the system notification sound faded, Naruto experienced such a strong change in his body for the first time.

After taking one last look at Kimimaro's corpse, Naruto then began to pick up all the Tri-Pronged Kunai that had fallen nearby.

Just as we were about to leave.

Sakura and the others arrived late, finally getting there.

What came into view were numerous towering giant bone spikes, a devastated battlefield, and even the Sound Four.

But Sasuke was nowhere to be seen.

Seeing this, Sakura quickly stepped forward and asked, "Naruto, have you seen Sasuke?"

Everyone else also cast curious glances their way.

When asked, Naruto could only reply in a low voice.

"Sorry, Sasuke had already left by the time I caught up."

Despite being deeply saddened by Naruto's apology, Sakura quickly said, "You don't need to apologize, Naruto. It wasn't your fault..."

Chapter 268 Three Years of Training, Naruto's Death!

After a brief silence.

The group had no choice but to return to Konoha and went straight to the Hokage Tower's office. Naruto pushed open the door and entered.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was sitting on a small chair not far away, while Tsunade was sitting at the Naruto's desk.

Seeing Naruto arrive, he finally breathed a sigh of relief, his chest heaving slightly as he asked, "Tell me the whole story, Naruto."

Upon hearing this, Naruto didn't waste any words and immediately told everyone he knew, even the existence of Asuramaru.