Chapter 156: Now, I Am Second to None
However, they didn't know that before their arrival, a fierce battle had already taken place here.
Kabuto and Deidara had already arrived here quietly in order to capture Naruto.
However, their actions were discovered by the Tsuchikage and his group.
To stop Kabuto and Deidara, the Tsuchikage engaged them in a fierce battle.
In the battle, Kabuto and Deidara displayed powerful strength.
They not only possessed powerful Ninjutsu and Taijutsu but also had extensive combat experience.
However, the Tsuchikage and his group were no pushovers either.
Relying on their powerful defensive and offensive capabilities, they engaged in a fierce confrontation with Kabuto and Deidara.
The battle continued to escalate, and the strength of both sides was constantly being depleted.
However, just at this moment, Kurotsuchi took the initiative to attack!
Using her Kekkei Genkai—Lava Release—she successfully trapped Kabuto!
Although Kabuto was powerful, he could not escape in the face of Kurotsuchi's Lava Release.
He was trapped inside a massive sphere of molten rock, unable to move.
"It worked!" Kurotsuchi looked at the trapped Kabuto and breathed a sigh of relief. "I finally trapped this guy!"
However, the battle was not over yet.
Deidara was still outside, engaged in a fierce battle with the Tsuchikages.
Although Naruto and Killer B didn't know what had happened, they could feel the tense atmosphere around them.
They knew it wasn't safe here and had to remain vigilant at all times.
Meanwhile, Yamato's group was also closely monitoring the surrounding movements, ready to respond to any potential crisis.
Just then, Deidara suddenly exerted his power, breaking through the Tsuchikages' siege.
Using his special ability, he released a large amount of black matter, shrouding the surrounding space within it.
"Oh no, this is Deidara's Black Mist!" the Tsuchikages cried out in alarm. "Everyone, be careful!"
However, their warning came a step too late.
Within the Black Mist, Deidara's figure suddenly vanished from his spot and reappeared right in front of Naruto!
"Not good!" Yamato and the others turned pale with fright. They wanted to stop Deidara, but it was already too late.
Deidara grabbed Naruto, preparing to take him away.
"Naruto!" Killer B shouted, wanting to rush forward to save Naruto, but he was stopped by the Tsuchikages.
"You can't go!" The Tsuchikages looked at Killer B with grave expressions. "That's Deidara's ability; if you go, you'll just be throwing your life away!"
Hearing the Tsuchikages' words, Killer B was extremely anxious, but he knew they were right.
He could only watch helplessly as Deidara took Naruto away, disappearing into the Black Mist.
"Damn it!" Killer B clenched his fists tightly. "I will definitely save Naruto!"
On the other side, the Shinobi Alliance also began to summon various units, preparing for the upcoming great war.
They knew that Akatsuki's goal wouldn't be so simple; Naruto being captured was only a part of their plan.
The true crisis was still waiting for them ahead.
At the same time, Akatsuki, led by Madara, also began their plan.
They prepared a large number of White Zetsu, using these mindless creatures as their pawns to create chaos on the battlefield.
Simultaneously, they used the Impure World Reincarnation Jutsu to resurrect some highly skilled Ninjas to serve as their combat force.
Although these Ninjas were already dead, under the control of the Edo Tensei, they still possessed formidable power.
Their resurrection undoubtedly brought immense pressure to the Shinobi Alliance.
The flames of the Fourth Great Ninja War were finally about to be ignited... In a dark forest, Naruto was brought to an unfamiliar place by Deidara.
The surroundings were filled with thick fog, making his vision blurry.
Naruto tried to break through Deidara's control, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't escape the other's restraint.
"Damn it, this guy's strength is actually this great!" Naruto cursed inwardly.
Just as Naruto fell into despair, a figure suddenly walked out of the fog.
The person was dressed in black with a cold expression; it was Sasuke.
"Sasuke?" Naruto looked at him in shock. "Why are you here?"
Sasuke looked at Naruto, a flicker of complex emotion passing through his eyes.
Between him and Naruto, there were too many tangled and messy bonds.
Sasuke, who had lost his parents at a young age, had always lived in loneliness.
And Naruto, despite possessing the power of the Nine-Tailed, was equally lonely.
Their similar experiences caused Naruto to feel an inexplicable sense of closeness to Sasuke the first time they met.
"Naruto, we meet again." Sasuke spoke coldly. "This time, I won't let you escape again."
Hearing this, Naruto's expression became solemn.
He knew that Sasuke's strength was no longer what it used to be; escaping his control would likely not be easy.
"Sasuke, why are you doing this?" Naruto looked at Sasuke. "We were once comrades; are you really going to betray Konoha and our friendship?"
Sasuke fell silent for a moment after hearing Naruto's words.
"Naruto, you don't understand," Sasuke said slowly. "What I seek is power, and revenge. And all of this requires a price to be paid."
Naruto looked at Sasuke, his heart filled with pain and regret.
He didn't know how to persuade Sasuke to turn back before it was too late.
But he knew he absolutely could not give up, and he absolutely could not watch helplessly as Sasuke walked toward destruction.
The atmosphere between the two became tense, and a fierce battle was about to break out... "Sasuke, you've changed," Naruto said deeply. "The old you, though cold, still had a hint of warmth in your heart. The current you only has coldness and hatred left."
Sasuke's eyes sharpened at those words.
"Naruto, you're right, I have indeed changed," Sasuke said coldly. "In this world filled with war and killing, only power is the most real thing. And I will do whatever it takes to pursue power."
Naruto looked at Sasuke, his heart full of worry.
He didn't know exactly what Sasuke had gone through to become like this.
But he knew he couldn't just sit by and watch.
"Sasuke, no matter what you've become, I won't give up on you," Naruto said firmly. "We are comrades, we are friends. I'm going to take you back to Konoha Village, back to everyone's side."
A cold sneer appeared on Sasuke's face upon hearing Naruto's words.
"Naruto, you're too naive," Sasuke said disdainfully. "You think that with your power, you can change me? Let me tell you, I am no longer the Sasuke of the past. The current me possesses powerful strength that no one can match."
Naruto's heart tightened.
He could indeed feel the powerful strength radiating from Sasuke; this power even made him feel a bit suffocated.
But he didn't back down; instead, his conviction became even firmer
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