sight returns,

The sunlight in this world is much brighter than the dark water prison world.

Ara still kept one arm raised upward at 45 degrees, and in his hand was Uzumaki Naruto who had fallen into a coma.

At this moment, his whole body was no longer wrapped in the orange-red flame wave, and the seven tails swaying in the void disappeared like a dreamy bubble.

All that remained was its breath as weak as a mayfly and the large bloody scabs that looked like they had been burned by flames.

The nine-tailed demon fox's cessation caused it to completely lose its power, and even fell into a critical state where it could die at any time.

Of course, these are not what Huang is concerned about.

What really matters to him is the azure blue contract spell that appears on that page in his own spiritual world.

【Just taking off the spell is useless.】

【because,】

[The name and form have been branded and the contract has been signed.]

[Really think that I don’t feel your growing hatred?]

【Stinky fox.】

With this thought, Ara looked at Naruto Uzumaki with a hint of disdain in his eyes, and the talisman with the words "Nine Lamas" written on it slowly disappeared from the spiritual world.

How could he allow that disaster to happen to him and his family with such an extreme attitude?

Even if the Immortal of Six Paths wants to stop him,

No way!

The deadlock here was broken not by the examiner Shiranui Genma's verdict, but by:

"it's over."

"This contest is over."

"It's you who won."

Jiraiya tried his best to keep his voice calm,

In order to prevent the junior in the field of vision who shocked everyone, even said to be unfathomable, from continuing to do something extreme to Uzumaki Naruto.

After all, even if the latter's resilience is different from ordinary people, once they fall into a real death situation, they will be as helpless as ordinary people.

However, after being able to control half of the nine tails, Ara no longer had this meaning.

After glancing sideways at Jiraiya, he casually threw the opponent trapped in his hands like a dead object.

Seeing this, Jiraiya immediately stepped forward and held Naruto Uzumaki firmly in his arms.

After a brief inspection and confirmation that the little guy in his arms was not in danger of death, he slowly breathed a sigh of relief.

Of course, he naturally didn't express much gratitude for the return of the former.

Because he clearly knew that the reason why Uzumaki Naruto showed the previously uncontrollable tailed beast transformation state must have been through great stimulation.

The source of this excitement was undoubtedly the fact that Uchiha Ara, who was fighting against him, used his Sharingan to make him see something.

Otherwise, it would be impossible to make it break through the boundaries of the three tails at once.

Reconnecting with that night a month ago, Jiraiya also had a glimmer of understanding in his eyes.

The real initiator of this incident.

It's probably not the Uchiha famine that caused the current situation, but...

His eyes finally fell on Sarutobi Hiruzen standing on the main stand, but after all, he did not attack immediately.

Uzumaki Naruto's current condition is very poor, and getting the fastest treatment is the first priority.

There, after their eyes met each other, Jiraiya suppressed the fire and anger in his heart, hugged the little Kyuubi and disappeared from the field.

Looking at each other, Sarutobi Hiruzen naturally didn't take any chances.

He also clearly knows that no matter whether his plan succeeds or fails, he will have to face Jiraiya's dissatisfaction and questioning.

However, the difference lies in the two different spatial locations: in person or in front of the tomb.

"The so-called demon fox is actually a disciple of Jiraiya, the Sannin of Konoha."

"It's really an interesting combination."

The teasing voice of the Yondaime Kazekage rang in his ears.

But Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't pay attention and was not in the mood to pay attention.

Since the main plan that I specified has failed, it is definitely useless to regret, be upset, and think about the consequences, so I have to use an even more unintelligent secondary plan.

His palm hanging on the outside made a secret signal without leaving any trace,

The ANBU ninja hiding in the stands on all sides also understood and disappeared. Leaving with them was the messenger falcon hovering in the void.

If civil strife is destined to break out, the one who strikes first will undoubtedly have a higher chance of winning.

Just like seven years ago.

Even if it will cause greater casualties and lay greater hidden dangers, for the sake of a truly pure future for Konoha, this action is inevitable.

The most important thing is that, in a sense, he has borrowed the hands of his enemies to eliminate several major threats around Konoha.

The sealed Ame Gakure, Iwa Gakure, and Kumo Gakure are in civil strife.

The only thing that can pose any threat at the moment is the insignificant Sunagakure Village.

Bureau, in.

Thinking of this, Sarutobi Hiruzen calmed himself down and slowly sat down, with the expression on his face as usual. As for his mind, all his thoughts were locked on Uchiha Ara, who was walking towards the lounge.

This last time, he will take action himself.

"The third contest, Uchiha Sasuke, Gaara."

"End."

Shiranui Genma's voice sounded in the field.

Although accidents happen frequently, as the examiner, he must continue to perform his duties, otherwise he will leave a bad impression on those important guests.

Moreover, although there have been many changes.

But judging from the current atmosphere of the whole place, maybe it’s not bad at all.

After all, the several winners who appeared showed great talent and strength.

Even Izumi Uchiha, who has not shown any specific abilities, already made the whole audience marvel and cheer when he confronted the legendary Sannin Jiraiya head-on for the sake of his companions.

[Hopefully, subsequent games will be more normal.]

Shiranui Genma picked up a thousand books again and said silently in his heart.

Uchiha Sasuke did not choose to take the stairs. With one hand pressed on the railing, he jumped straight down from the lounge four or five floors above the ground.

I don't know if this behavior was out of fear of meeting that person in a narrow space, or because of the same purpose as Temari in Sunagakure Village before, to show off her own strength.

In short,

At this moment, in this dark and narrow stairway, there were only Aara, Izumi, and the Absolute Defense Gaara descending.

The two parties met without any words, and without the slightest movement or expression on their faces, they just passed each other like strangers.

As for the episode that happened that night a month ago, maybe it was just a passing episode.

However, the depressing atmosphere that was gradually moving away was broken when Gaara was about to step into the light and shadow, and into the arena.

"If I go with you."

"What should I do?"

And the one who broke this silent state was Gaara, who had always been taciturn.

At the last moment, he stopped his descending steps, turned sideways, and looked up at the man.

In this brief and silent trial, the other party really didn't seem to have much interest in me, let alone ask for an answer from me.

The invitation that night seemed like an invitation out of mercy.

This kind of feeling makes it somewhat difficult to tell what it means.

After all, in Sand Hidden Village, those old guys are afraid and crazily want to use their power.

And in this ninja world, how could anyone not covet the power they possess?

Therefore, without being able to make a judgment on his own, Gaara chose to ask.

The other party's answer will directly affect his decision.

Hearing the sound, Huang also stopped his upward movement.

As he lowered his gaze, he also noticed the seemingly strong eyes and curled-up hands of the One-Tail Jinchuuriki.

There is an unspeakable uneasiness lurking in this guy's heart.
To be continued...