Naruto: I Roamed the Ninja World as a Woman

Chapter 242 The Gate of Death

The moon is at its zenith.

It was late at night, and all was quiet except for a few faint chirping sounds of insects that occasionally rang out in the darkness.

North of Mount Kikyo, the Muye Border Defense Line.

Despite being stationed there, Hatake Sakumo was wide awake and chose not to rest.

He knelt on the tatami mat, his figure as upright as a pine tree, wiping the short sword in his hand with a white cloth by the soft light in front of him.

As the highest military commander in the southern border of Konoha.

He was naturally aware of the recent negotiations between the village and Amegakure, and was also well-informed about the specific progress.

Wait until tomorrow morning.

The two Konoha negotiators and Might Guy are about to return safely from the Land of Rivers.

This is the latest intelligence regarding the negotiations that Nara Shikamei sent back to Kikyōyama yesterday.

Sakumo Hatake was extremely concerned about the safety of the two men.

The former was a comrade whom he greatly admired, and it was also he who recommended the other person to become the guardian ninja of the Land of Rivers.

The latter was his deputy and strategist, and they had a very close relationship, almost like family.

As for Sarutobi Shinsuke...

Although he had dealt with the other party for a period of time, he also hoped that the other party could return safely from the River Country.

But I must say...

Compared to the previous hopes of Matt Day and the other two, this one contains far fewer personal emotional factors.

just.

Although Nara Shikamei had just received good news about the negotiations, Hatake Sakumo was still worried.

An indescribable emotion lingered in his mind, keeping the tension in his heart constantly taut.

Ninjas never believed in gods.

But his countless life-or-death battles since childhood have made Hatake Sakumo trust his intuition, or rather, his premonitions, immensely.

This is why he couldn't fall asleep for so long.

We are ready for any eventuality, prepared for any unforeseen circumstances!

What you fear most is what will happen.

In the quiet night, hurried footsteps suddenly sounded outside the door.

Sakumo Hatake paused in his movements.

The next moment, his subordinate ninjas, without even having time to inform him, rushed into the room to report: "Lord Sakumo, it's an emergency! There's unusual activity in the Land of Rivers!"

Sakumo Hatake nodded, indicating that he understood.

His voice was calm and steady, and his unhurried pace gave people a strong sense of reassurance: "What exactly is the situation? Has any detailed intelligence been sent back?"

The ninja whispered, "The exact reason is still unclear, but it's certain that Amegakure has forcibly closed the capital's gates, and they seem to be hunting someone down—"

The defenses of the River Country are too formidable.

Kyoto, in particular, has established a powerful sensory barrier and rigorously investigates the origins of every ninja.

After Danzo stepped down, the spy network of the Anbu was indeed no longer what it used to be.

and so.

Even the closest intelligence outpost could only be set up a dozen miles outside the capital, and could not be moved forward even an inch.

Sakumo Hatake was well aware of these circumstances.

He didn't make things difficult for the ninja, but instead said in a deep voice, "Pass down the order: begin immediately, impose full martial law on the Kikyō Mountain defense line, and be wary of enemy feints!"

At the same time, he sheathed his sword and continued to command: "In addition, send a letter to the village informing them that Kikyōyama will immediately enter a state of temporary combat readiness, and all communications will be conducted in accordance with wartime regulations."

Sakumo Hatake's methodical approach inspired the ninjas in front of him.

The young Jonin stood at attention and loudly replied, "Yes, sir!"

But it's not over yet.

After calmly issuing each order, Hatake Sakumo rose from the couch and hung the White Fang short sword at his waist.

He went to the wall and put on the hanging ninja armor piece by piece.

The ninja was taken aback upon seeing this.

He hesitated for a moment, then asked in confusion, "Lord Sakumo, what are you going to do—"

Hatake Sakumo straightened his military uniform and tightened his belt: "Notify the two ANBU squads, Deer and Sparrow, to follow me through Kikyō Mountain and prepare to go to the Land of Rivers to meet up with Shikamei and Shinku."

"Sakumo-sama!"

Upon hearing this, the ninja became anxious: "The situation in the Land of Rivers is unclear. As the commander, wouldn't it be too dangerous for you to go there like this?!"

Sakumo Hatake smiled.

Looking at him, she retorted, "But does that mean we should abandon our companions because of so-called danger?"

The ninja stammered, "What I mean is—"

"I understand what you mean."

Sakumo Hatake interrupted, "But as border ninjas, aren't we here to protect the millions of comrades behind us?"

"And Shikame and Shinku, they are our comrades!"

"A person who chooses to sacrifice their comrades for their own sake is not even as good as trash."

He smiled and patted the ninja on the shoulder, saying gently, "Hideki, after we get back to the village, read The Will of Fire a few more times."

Ying Shu was filled with shame.

His face flushed red, and without saying another word, he lowered his head: "I understand, Lord Sakumo!"

When the ninja looked up again, Hatake Sakumo was nowhere to be seen.

North of Kikyo Mountain.

The capital of the River Country.

If someone could look down from a high vantage point at that moment...

Then you can see a long, bluish-red rainbow, brazenly passing through the high-rise buildings as if it were in an empty place!

It's like a ferocious beast that has strayed into the human world, rampaging through unfamiliar surroundings towards the direction of its home, smashing up all the buildings in its way!

And this long rainbow.

It was naturally the transformation of Might Guy, who had opened the Eight Gates and was fighting to the death.

The bluish-red flames surrounding the body surface.

It is the color created by the mixture of the violent Eight Gates chakra and the blood in the body after evaporation and ascent!

The man is running wildly through the city.

His body turned an unnatural red, and his skin, which had been tough and resilient like cowhide, now showed prominent blue veins, like the meridians on the bark of an old tree!

"Stop him!"

"Stop right there, you bastard!"

"Water Release: Water Chaos Waves!"

A cacophony of protests erupted.

Upon receiving the message, Amegakure's guard forces converged from all directions, with dozens or even hundreds of ninjas forming a vast net, determined to capture the two Konoha ninjas before them.

However, Matt Day turned a deaf ear to this.

His mind was clear, without any complicated thoughts, and his will was pure and firm.

The task at hand is simple.

That is————

Forward, ever forward!

Throw your fist again and throw it!

The man charged forward, swinging his right arm back with full force, his elbow like a crescent moon and his fist like thunder.

Fierce Leaf Meteor!

The air was compressed by this powerful punch, condensing into a sharply angled fist shape amidst a piercing whistle, and thrusting forward fiercely.

Boom!

The alley walls blocking the road were dismantled by this extreme violence, just like clay or wood sculptures!

Bricks, tiles, and metal were scattered all over the ground.

Even the ground several kilometers away was shaken and trembled incessantly!

The encirclement that the Rain Shadow Guard had just formed was violently smashed open by Might Guy with such a tank-like, brute force!

"The ninjas of Konoha are truly astounding!"

Hidden in the shadows, the elderly Kakuzu witnessed this power and couldn't help but twitch at the corner of his eye.

He thought to himself, "Konoha truly lives up to its reputation as the number one ninja village in the ninja world. Its foundation is so profound; even a random taijutsu ninja can display such domineering power."

"Tell the guards to ease up their pursuit a bit, and let him escape the capital as soon as possible."

At the same time, Mei Terumi, who was keeping a close eye on the situation inside the city, helplessly ordered, "This guy's destructive power is too strong; he's practically a master at destroying houses."

He is the chief steward of the River Kingdom.

Looking at the collapsed and shattered buildings, she felt her heart clench.

That's all money!

"Performance expenses—it's all just performance expenses—"

Even though Mei Terumi kept using this excuse to comfort herself, she was still heartbroken!

The order was quickly relayed.

Soon, the intensity of the pursuit decreased significantly without anyone noticing.

But Mitchell, surrounded by enemies, was completely unaware of this change.

He had been detained in the cell for more than a week. Although he was not seriously injured, the Rain Village naturally wouldn't let him eat and drink to his heart's content and get enough rest.

It can be said.

Neither his mental nor physical state was at its peak after his escape from danger.

At this moment, he had to force a breakout while also protecting Sarutobi Shinnosuke on his back.

The man was gradually feeling exhausted.

Meanwhile.

The emotions in Sarutobi Shinnosuke's heart, which were being carried on his back, could not be described as "ecstasy"!

Surprisingly—

They actually escaped!

At high speed, the gust of wind felt like a knife cutting into his face, making it burn, but he was oblivious to it and even wanted to burst out laughing.

Is this the power of the Eight Gates Formation?

No wonder it was praised by my father as a super secret technique that only one in ten million people can master!

He snapped out of his daze, suppressed his joy, and whispered, "Dai."

A man's reply came through the howling wind: "Shin-nosuke-sama!"

"Put me down—"

Sarutobi Shinnosuke's voice was broken: "You're about to give up, aren't you? Don't waste your energy on me anymore, you still have a son to take care of—you don't need to keep going for me—"

Before Matt Daly could speak...

He then said softly, "I am the Hokage's son, so I know the longing a son has for his father—don't disappoint Guy—he's still young—"

"So, please put me down—" Sarutobi Shinnosuke repeated once again.

But Matt Day remained silent for a long time.

At that moment, he thought of many things.

She recalled a scene from when she was working at Ichiraku Ramen, carrying Kai on her back while her son cuddled her and slept soundly.

There are scenes of him persevering in his training despite the villagers' dislike or indifference, while young Akai follows behind, cheering him on loudly.

There's also the scene where, after receiving the mission to protect the Land of Rivers, he promises Guy that he will definitely return in two years, and the father and son wave goodbye vigorously by the roadside.

These fragmented memories surfaced in my mind one by one.

now----

This is the perfect time to sacrifice yourself, protect your comrades, and burn with youthful passion!

Matt Dae shouted loudly!

A roar like that of a ferocious beast rang out.

The 130 trillion cells in Matt Day's body roared in unison with their master, as if unleashing boundless power in that instant.

Eighth Gate - Gate of Death —

open!

The pale blue chakra light finally dissipated, and crimson blood steam rose violently!

This moment.

Might Guy finally unleashed his full potential!

With his frail mortal body, he unleashed power comparable to that of a god.

The man unleashed chakra that was more than ten times stronger than before, smashing through the city wall and overcoming the limitations of ninjutsu, speeding towards Mount Kikyo!

Like a mighty river flowing eastward, unstoppable!

This moment.

Whether it was Kakuzu hiding in the shadows, Kisame chasing Yahiko, or Nara Shikamaru Yuhi and Shinku who had already escaped the capital, they all cast trembling glances toward this place.

The official residence.

Seeing this, Terumi Mei, who had been keeping a close eye on him, finally felt relieved.

She looked at the goat beside her, who nodded and said, "Miss Ming, Takenaka Rin has arrived at the foot of Mount Kikyo as ordered, and the reverse spirit communication technique is ready."

After hearing this, Terumi Mei had no more worries.

The female ninja said in a deep voice, "In that case, please inform Kakuzu, Kisame, and Nagato that progress is going smoothly and everything should continue according to plan—"

That's all.

Mei Terumi slammed her notebook shut and calmly said, "I want to see this grand spectacle begin on time at the foot of Mount Kikyo!"

As a senior member of Amegakure, Goat naturally understood Terumi Mei's overall plan.

At this moment, he was completely impressed by the methods displayed by this young girl.

The goat grinned: "Hehe, that's something to look forward to!"

"Whoosh whoosh whoosh————"

At the foot of Mount Kikyo, Matt Day was breathing heavily, like a bellows.

Having practiced the Eight Gates Formation for so many years, he never imagined that one day he would use the Death Gate for escaping.

Running away is something like that.

It's truly ironic for a man.

but.

Matt Dai looked up at the towering Kikyo Mountain, but felt it was all worthwhile.

The power of the Death Gate was completely burned away.

His body was now completely dried up, and his entire body was charred black, making it unrecognizable from its original state.

The skin is covered with crisscrossing, mottled lines, like broken porcelain, but they are actually the ashes left after the tendons and meridians have been completely burned away.

After opening the dead door.

All the brilliance of his remaining life had already been exhausted in advance.

After this dazzling display, only emptiness remains.

"Shinnosuke, sir————"

Matt Day was lying on the ground.

Every part of his body ached, his remaining cells screaming as if unseen demons were tearing his flesh apart.

But the man still managed to flick his finger, indicating that he had something to say.

"Hahaha!"

Sarutobi Shinnosuke was laughing loudly at that moment.

The moon is bright and the stars are few; the mountains are high and the forests are deep, casting heavy shadows.

But he felt that the environment in front of him was so beautiful and so relaxing!

As long as we get over this Kikyo Mountain.

What awaits me is the familiar Land of Fire, the familiar Konoha!

At that moment, he heard a faint noise.

He stopped laughing, leaned down, turned his head close to Matt Day's mouth, and whispered, "Day, go ahead, I'm listening."

Matt's lips twitched.

The man tugged at his tattered vocal cords, managing to utter a barely audible sound as he pleaded, "Exam—promise—"

Please give me—Akai—”

Although the words and sentences don't connect.

But Sarutobi Shinnosuke quickly guessed what he meant.

The two had chatted casually in prison a few days ago.

Might Guy mentioned that his son, Kai, and Sakumo Hatake's son, Kakashi, both applied for early graduation exams.

He also said that he encouraged his son in his reply.

If Akai passes this early graduation exam, I will personally bring him a gift as a reward.

This is a promise from a father.

"I understand, Dai."

"But I'm sorry—"

Sarutobi Shinnosuke said softly, "I cannot grant you this request."

The soft moonlight shone down.

The light shone on his face, which resembled the Third Hokage.

Under Might Guy's bewildered gaze, Sarutobi Shinnosuke revealed a rare hint of apology: "There's something I actually lied to you about—the pills Shikamei brought that day weren't a secret medicine to unleash potential, but a deadly poison!"

Matt's pupils dilated slightly.

At this moment, he was not even capable of raising any questions, and his consciousness was on the verge of dissipating.

This seemingly insignificant change was the most telling sign of his inner shock.

Sarutobi Shin's assistant, Zhang Yitan.

He picked up a stone from the ground beside him and said coldly and resolutely, "If we take you back to Konoha, the Anbu will definitely find traces of poison in your body. And I also cannot explain why you took two doses of poison."

"so----"

"To avoid further investigation by the village, please stay here forever—"

I will not erase your achievements.

"You will die gloriously as a hero."

The ninja lowered his head, looking at the man who had risked his life to send him out of the Land of Rivers. His Adam's apple bobbed, and he finally whispered, "I also promise you that I will treat Guy like my own son in the future."

"He will receive the best resources in Konoha, have the brightest future, and enjoy the most comfortable treatment —"

In short—

"Dai Jun".

"Please set off on your journey!"

The words fell.

Sarutobi Shinnosuke exerted force with his arm and smashed the rock violently towards the opponent's head!