The next day, early in the morning.
On a bright and sunny day, a well-prepared team stood at the Konoha Gate.
"Set off!"
At Tsunade's command, a large group of over thirty people set off towards the Land of Iron!
The team, led by the Hokage, consists of four Anbu, plus Jiraiya (one of the Sannin ), Kakashi, Might Guy, forming the team's combat force.
Hiashi, the head of the Aburame Clan Hyuga Clan, a clan of sensory ninjas; Shibi, the head of the Aburame clan.
The assistant strategist is Shikaku Nara, and Shikamaru has also been promoted to Chunin.
For this trip to the Land of Iron, Tsunade directly drew upon most of Konoha's high-ranking military forces.
Besides targeting the Akatsuki members, the most important thing is to protect the "special" Genin within the team!
" Pervy Sage, is your opponent this time the same guy you encountered in Kirigakure?!"
Naruto looked up at Jiraiya with a serious expression. Recalling what had happened before, Naruto clenched his fists.
Although the enemy is very strong, Naruto, who has been forced to avoid battle several times, wants to fight alongside the Pervy Sage, Granny Tsunade, and Kakashi-sensei this time!
Jiraiya glanced at his overly stubborn disciple and secretly felt a headache coming on.
As the Akatsuki's intended final target, Naruto should logically have been hidden away.
However, besides Deidara and Sasori, this trip to the Land of Iron also carries the ever-present threat of Edo Madara, Impure World Reincarnation Minato, and the First, Second, Third Hokage...
There are also countless other spirits resurrected by Obito the Impure World Reincarnation, which may appear in the Land of Iron or ambush the Five Kage's expedition!
Considering this, the amount of military force that Konoha needs to deploy will be considerable!
Even with Naruto remaining in the group, Jiraiya and Tsunade didn't really think they could stop the attack from the First Hokage and Madara Uchiha!
However, leaving Naruto in Konoha would not only be insufficient to stop the attack with the remaining personnel, but could also lead to widespread destruction and even greater casualties in Konoha!
Jiraiya and the others had also considered the idea of reversing Naruto's summoning and transferring him to Mount Myōboku.
However, when they thought about the mysterious and powerful figure who controlled the Three Great Sage Lands of the Summoning World leaving Naruto alone on Mount Myōboku, they were all unsure whether it would turn into a homecoming.
in this way,
After discussing it for most of the day yesterday, they finally decided to include Naruto in the group.
Urgent letters have been sent to the Five Great Nations. As long as the top combat forces of the five nations can meet in the Land of Iron, then Naruto will be in the safest place.
Uchiha Clan headquarters.
Fugaku was handling family and company documents in his room, Mikoto was preparing a large meal in the kitchen.
The corridor was filled with the aroma of tea, and there was Itachi dressed in casual clothes, along with Sasuke clinging to his brother.
The sun shines brightly today, piercing through the thick fog and creating a golden glow.
The two brothers leisurely basked in the sun and drank tea.
"That's right!"
Suddenly remembering the important matter, Itachi put down his teacup and looked nervously at his younger brother, " Sasuke, you didn't sign any contract with the boss, did you?"
"Contract?"
Sasuke paused slightly, "You mean an IOU, right?"
"My father has mentioned it to me several times, but I've never signed that thing."
"I had considered getting an adult to sign a document before, hoping they would arrest you and beat you up!"
"But now, it seems unnecessary."
Itachi: "..."
"It's good that it wasn't signed."
Itachi breathed a sigh of relief, secretly thinking how close he had come to disaster.
Given that guy's greedy nature...
If Sasuke actually signs, he'll definitely get a beating in front of his younger brother...
Just thinking about the humiliating scene in the underworld made Itachi feel a chill run down his spine.
Seeing his brother's frightened expression, Sasuke grinned and burst out laughing.
As a child, Sasuke always thought his older brother was the strongest ninja, and he felt happy and proud because of it!
After Itachi joined the Anbu, the brothers spent less time together, and Itachi spent less time training with him...
Until the downfall of the Hawk Faction and Itachi's defection...
At that time, Sasuke actually felt that if his brother had been less talented and weaker...
Would that mean spending more time with yourself and your family?
Just like now...
Itachi, like himself, is afraid of being punished by adults, which is actually a good thing.
"What are the two brothers talking about that makes them laugh so happily?"
Mikoto walked into the hall carrying a tray in both hands, and asked with a light laugh.
"It's nothing, Mother."
As Itachi spoke, he got up and went into the kitchen to help serve the dishes.
Sasuke smiled and plopped down on the table, just like he did when he was a child.
After finishing his work and stepping out of the room, Fugaku looked at the scene before him and slightly raised the corners of his mouth before sitting down at the dining table to wait for the meal to begin.
Do you have any appointments with guests today?
Looking at the six pairs of bowls and chopsticks on the table, Fugaku looked up at his wife.
Mikoto nodded and smiled, " Haruma boy, and Shisui said they're coming over for dinner."
Fugaku was slightly taken aback. "How come I didn't know?"
Itachi and Shisui also looked at their mother with curiosity, as Mikoto hadn't left the house since yesterday.
Mikoto tugged at the necklace hanging around her neck. " Haruma Boy notified me an hour ago."
Looking at his wife's radiant smile and the jewelry Haruma had given her around her neck...
Even though he knew this was the medium for the Magic Lantern Body Technique, Fugaku still couldn't help but grit his teeth!
My good mood was instantly ruined by that kid!
The Magic Lantern Body Technique consumes a considerable amount of Chakra...
Using this thing to notify people of extra food is really outrageous.
Looking at his father, who was gritting his teeth, and his mother, who was all smiles, Itachi pondered once again the question he hadn't been able to figure out the day before.
"Long time no see, Itachi~"
One second he had just pocketed the toll money from Yagura, the next he Shisui Haruma in the corridor of the mansion.
"Itachi, Sasuke."
Shisui greeted them with a smile, secretly happy for the brothers' reunion.
" Haruma kid, come quick! I made all your favorite dishes today!"
Mikoto smiled and waved quickly, while also pulling out a seat next to Fugaku to make room for him.
This sudden enthusiasm...
Although Fugaku knew the reason, he still glared at the person with extreme displeasure!
Now, not only Itachi, but even Sasuke looked at Haruma with a hint of suspicion.
Don't overthink it.
Haruma plopped down next to Fugaku and explained to the two brothers, "Your mother is being a little too hospitable because she's thanking me for letting you two come back together."
"You were able to meet this time because Mikoto said she wanted to see you."
As she spoke, Haruma picked up a chicken leg and put it into the bowl without any hesitation.
Upon Haruma this, even Fugaku felt a sudden tightness in his chest and couldn't help but become suspicious!
Although Fugaku trusted his wife completely, but...
Sasuke's mission with Zabuza is to save the Shinobi World!
This is a super S-class mission to rob the rich and help the poor!!
This is a task you can abandon at any time, even on Haruma?!
Your explanation only made the problem worse!
Huh?!