A firework burst in the sky above Konohagakure!
It instantly caused a stir.
Not only Shihōin Naraku, Jiraiya, and the others, but even Kakashi Hatake and his group sprinted toward Konoha's East Gate the moment they noticed it.
Only those with duties to attend to stayed put.
Shikaku Nara, for instance, had also seen the alarm, but knowing that other ninja would certainly rush over, he did not join the commotion.
After all, he had other things to do.
Under the village's regulations, different enemies and different kinds of danger called for different alarms.
From the sound and appearance of the firework launched at the Konoha East Gate this time, it was clear that the situation was still under control.
Had the highest-level alarm sounded, Shikaku would have immediately put aside his work and rushed over to help, no matter how busy he was.
"I wonder what's going on?"
"An enemy actually dared to invade Konoha at a time like this!"
Shikaku pondered for a long while but still could not figure out what enemy would have the nerve.
With Naraku's reputation in the shinobi world, someone had actually dared to act so brazenly while he was still in the village.
Logically, the war had only recently ended, and Naraku's reputation was at its height. Even if other enemies had plans, they would not stir up trouble now.
"Forget it. If there's a real emergency, the Hokage will send someone to notify me."
Shikaku shook his head and returned to the work at hand.
Outside the Konoha East Gate.
Kabuto Yakushi stood where he was and removed his hood, revealing his unusual appearance.
Besides practicing the Sage Mode of Ryūchi Cave, Kabuto had followed Orochimaru's example and modified his own body to increase his power.
Now, anyone could tell