Chapter 99: Chapter 99: The Space Fetcher, Shinigami's Speed
"It's finally here… Shinigami!!!"
Naruto shouted excitedly, watching the Shinigami phantom behind the Third Hokage through the Sightseeing Illusion Machine.
This illusion machine was truly impressive; it projected real-time images, even revealing the Shinigami's phantom, which normally only the caster could see.
"Doraemon, I'm going all out today. The copper bell burning ritual will fill you up. Now I need a gadget that can retrieve what's inside the Shinigami's stomach… it's all up to you now!"
Naruto reached out to pat Doraemon, who had a full belly and was taking a nap.
Naruto planned to retrieve the soul of the Fourth Hokage and the Yin half of the Nine Tails sealed within the Shinigami.
"Naruto, so that's what you're up to! I was wondering why you treated me to dorayaki earlier!"
Doraemon's round blue head rolled back as he gave Naruto a look, then sighed and rummaged through his four-dimensional pocket.
"Ah, here it is! The Space Fetch Machine. As long as you can see something, you can retrieve it with this. It's also known as the Stealth Machine. Be cautious with it, Naruto! It costs 1,000 Honkai points per hour and has an effective range of ten kilometers."
Doraemon took out the machine and explained its functions to Naruto.
[Naruto's thoughts raced as he eyed the machine, imagining all the mischievous things he could do with it.]
"Ahem... This is perfect. Thanks, Doraemon," Naruto said, then quickly got to work with the remote access machine.
Outside
"So, that's Naruto-kun's power? The Nine Tails… truly terrifying!"
After leaving the meeting place, Orochimaru watched the battle between the Nine Tails and Shukaku. A deep fear flashed in his eyes as he muttered to himself.
Shukaku couldn't match the Nine Tails, and even the aftermath of their fierce clash was overwhelming for ordinary ninjas to handle.
"Lord Orochimaru, should we go there?"
Yakushi Kabuto approached and asked quietly.
Though he didn't know all the details of Orochimaru's dealings with Naruto, he was aware of Orochimaru's interest in him.
"No, we'll leave it for another time! Kabuto, head to the Uchiha compound and capture a few members. I want to uncover the secrets behind their resurrection. I have somewhere else to be..."
Orochimaru glanced at Naruto in his Kurama Mode, then gave orders to Kabuto before quickly moving toward a different location.
'That direction… is he heading to Danzo's secret Root base?'
Kabuto watched Orochimaru's departure thoughtfully, then led the four Sound Ninja toward the Uchiha compound.
Having gathered information in Konoha before, Kabuto knew the Root base well.
Seeing the near-invincible Izanagi technique, it was no wonder Orochimaru was interested.
Orochimaru's real goal was Danzo's hidden collection of Sharingan and Hashirama cells.
At the Chūnin Exam Arena
"Got you… Sorry, First Hokage!"
After a few intense exchanges, a Shadow Clone of the Third Hokage managed to grab the First Hokage by the shoulders. The Shinigami's hand passed through his body, capturing the First Hokage's soul.
"Although I don't agree with all of your methods, you have indeed been a good Hokage. Thank you, Sarutobi."
As his soul was seized, the First Hokage praised Sarutobi Hiruzen, regaining some of his consciousness.
While they may have had differences in policy and approach, the First Hokage recognized the Third Hokage's dedication and spirit of sacrifice.
"Forgive me, First Hokage… Seal!"
With tears in his eyes, the Third Hokage's Shadow Clone, old and weary, humbly accepted the First Hokage's approval.
"No need to apologize! You, too, have fought to protect Konoha."
In his final moments, as his soul was taken away, the First Hokage still wore a smile.
Whoosh…
Meanwhile, the other two Shadow Clones of the Third Hokage moved to intercept Fugaku and the Second Hokage. Sarutobi Hiruzen himself approached Danzo.
"Sarutobi… could it be… are you planning to seal me as well?" Danzo's voice wavered as he watched the First Hokage's soul being extracted, realizing Hiruzen's intent. Sweat formed on his brow.
"That's right—Ghouls Sealed! Danzo, we're both relics of the past, bound by the mistakes of an old era. Konoha's future belongs to the next generation. You'll go to hell with me!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen, unable to lie, looked directly at Danzo, revealing his plan to seal away both Fugaku and the Second Hokage before taking Danzo down with him.
"Hmph. I have Izanagi. Let's see who lasts longer!" Danzo sneered at the panting Hiruzen. With a confident smirk, he began forming hand signs to activate the Izanagi technique.
But suddenly, the Sharingan on Danzo's right arm vanished without warning. Both Danzo and Sarutobi were stunned.
"No… Impossible! My Sharingan… how—?"
Danzo's eyes widened in shock, barely able to get a few words out before the Hashirama cells surged uncontrollably, consuming his arm. Without the Sharingan to stabilize them, the cells from Hashirama became a force Danzo couldn't suppress.
"If this keeps up, the Hashirama cells will consume me. I have no choice…!"
Danzo, pale and desperate, gritted his teeth and severed his own arm. The dismembered limb transformed instantly into a towering tree, shielding Danzo's side.
"Sarutobi… this is my last chance. Do one thing for me before you die!"
With his remaining hand, Danzo tore away the bandage from his right eye, revealing the single Sharingan, which he fixed on Hiruzen.
"No matter what, Danzo… you're going down with me today!" Hiruzen barked, charging at Danzo, unaware of what he planned next.
"Sarutobi, I'll send you to hell with Fugaku! Kotoamatsukami!" Danzo didn't dodge, shouting as he attempted to activate the powerful genjutsu within his eye. But instead of releasing its intended effect, the Sharingan in his right eye only spun uselessly.
"What… what's happening?" Danzo was stunned, frozen in place as Hiruzen gripped him. He couldn't move at all.
Ha ha ha… Naruto, watching through the telekinesis machine, burst out laughing.
"Danzo's face is priceless! Sorry, but I already took out that eye's Kotoamatsukami ability." Naruto manipulated the telekinesis machine, aiming it at the Shinigami's stomach. Six discarded Three Tomoe Sharingan lay scattered at his feet—Danzo's former tools.
"Target set… retrieve…" Naruto pressed the switch on the device.
Back with the Third Hokage, the Shinigami's phantom behind him suddenly reacted, as if something was pulling from its stomach. The Shinigami, enraged, roared and yanked back the hands of the Shinigami clones holding Third Hokage and Danzo.
In a flash, the Shinigami devoured the souls of both Hiruzen and Danzo, swallowing them whole before disappearing entirely.
Naruto was left in shock, staring at the rapidly shifting scene.
"What just happened? The Shinigami's response was… that fast??"
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