Naruto: Forced to activate Infinite Tsukuyomi in order to return home

Ruins of Konoha Village

Hiruzen Sarutobi finally recovered from his previous coma thanks to the effect of Cheng Yun's [Space-Time Power].

He stood up in a daze, looked around, and found that the ninjas around him had also returned to normal under the influence of this power, which finally made his tightly furrowed brows relax a little.

However, this relief did not last long, as Hiruzen Sarutobi soon realized something was wrong—Danzo Shimura was missing!

"Where's Danzo?!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's voice carried a hint of anxiety as he looked around, hoping to find Danzo, but all he received in response was silence.

"Does anyone know where Danzo is?!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke again, his voice several decibels higher, but still received no response.

An ominous premonition welled up in his heart, a feeling that made him very uneasy.

Just then, Uchiha Fugaku slowly stepped forward. His face was terrifyingly grim, and he stared directly at Hiruzen Sarutobi, saying in a deep voice:

"Lord Danzo, the Third Hokage... he died in battle."

Upon hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi's body trembled slightly, and his eyes revealed an expression of disbelief.

He stood there, stunned, as if the news had struck a nerve.

The death of Shimura Danzo was undoubtedly a heavy blow to him.

As the leader of the Root of Konoha, Danzo was secretive and ruthless, but his loyalty to Konoha was beyond question.

"Died in battle... How could that be..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi muttered to himself, as if he couldn't accept this cruel reality.

He knew Danzo's strength well, and even in this sudden disaster, he found it hard to believe that Danzo would die so easily.

Seeing this, Fugaku Uchiha couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

He was well aware of the complex relationship between Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo. Although the two often disagreed, they both shared a deep sense of responsibility towards Konoha.

At this moment, Fugaku could only stand silently to the side, waiting for Hiruzen Sarutobi to recover from his shock.

"Fugaku, tell me, what exactly happened?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down.

Fugaku Uchiha nodded and began to recount what had happened.

From Danzo's attempt to seal Fengtian, which led to his death in battle, to Minato's joining the battlefield, to Cheng Yun's sudden appearance, and the powerful [space-time force] that restored everyone to normal, every detail is described clearly.

After listening to Fugaku's account, Hiruzen Sarutobi fell into deep thought.

"Cheng Yun... just who is this girl?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi muttered to himself, his heart filled with doubt and unease.

He understood that with Cheng Yun's appearance, the landscape of Konoha Village and even the entire ninja world could undergo earth-shattering changes.

Just then, Minato Namikaze slowly walked towards Hiruzen Sarutobi and nodded slightly to him. Hiruzen Sarutobi also gave Minato a look full of satisfaction.

Their silent exchange spoke volumes.

Thanks to Cheng Yun's [Space-Time Power], Minato's injuries and strength were miraculously restored, which made him even more convinced of the power and mystery of Cheng Yun's strength.

After responding to Minato, Hiruzen Sarutobi fell into deep thought.

His eyes were deep, as if he was thinking about his next move and strategy.

Meanwhile, the atmosphere on the battlefield underwent a subtle change due to Killer Bee's safe return.

"Bie! You bastard!"

Upon seeing Killer Bee return safely, the Fourth Raikage rushed towards him, his voice filled with excitement and joy.

Killer Bee excitedly rushed forward, and the two brothers embraced tightly. No words were needed; their brotherly bond was deeply etched in their hearts.

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned, silently analyzing the situation.

Judging from the current situation, that guy from Fengtian might come back at any time!

Upon realizing this, he immediately understood that he needed to take action in advance.

Without hesitation, he signaled to the other four shadows, ordering them to immediately cast the [Four Red Sun Formation] on the spot.

The four Kage—the Earth Kage, the Water Kage, the Lightning Kage, and the Wind Kage—quickly understood Hiruzen Sarutobi's intentions and nodded slightly in agreement.

They each took their positions, their hands rapidly forming hand seals, their chakra surging within them as if ready to erupt at any moment.

With a flash of dazzling red light, the [Four Red Sun Formation] was unleashed.

This powerful barrier completely enveloped the ruins of Konoha Village, forming an indestructible shield.

This barrier not only prevents external attacks, but more importantly, it can block any enemy attempting to escape from within, including Fengtian.

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the [Four Red Sun Formation] before him and breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Soon, with a gentle ripple in space, Fengtian, as if traversing a dream, officially emerged from the depths of the [subspace] and returned to the smoke-filled battlefield!

However, fate seemed to play a cruel joke on him—when he opened his eyes again, he found himself imprisoned.

The Four Red Yang Formation, with its fiery barrier, was like a scorching cage, completely surrounding him.

Even his prized Flying Thunder God Technique appeared pale and powerless before this impenetrable barrier, leaving him with no way to escape.

Fengtian stood in the center of this dazzling yet dangerous red barrier, looking around. A disdainful smile crept onto his lips, like a sliver of ice under the blazing sun.

"Old man Sarutobi, do you think you can trap me with this?"

Fengtian's mocking voice echoed within the barrier, but Hiruzen Sarutobi remained unmoved.

He knew that the barrier before him was merely buying time for the real battle to come.

His gaze was firm, fixed on Fengtian, as if trying to see through his every move and intention.

Minato Namikaze, the Fourth Raikage, Onoki Tsuchikage, and Rasa Kazekage stood beside Hiruzen Sarutobi, their expressions serious and focused.

Everyone was on edge, ready to respond to any attack from Fengtian.

"If I can put you to sleep once, I can put you to sleep twice!"

Fengtian roared, and without the slightest delay, released a large amount of [Causal Power] from his body!

He has just run away and doesn't know when Cheng Yun will realize what's happening.

Once Cheng Yun realizes this and leaves the [subspace], then this cycle of reincarnation can basically be declared a failure...

That's why Feng Tian decisively used a massive amount of [Causal Power], with the aim of ending the battle quickly!

"Watch out! An illusion is about to begin!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi roared, then closed his eyes, trying his best to minimize the effects of the illusion on him.

Seeing this, the other ninjas all began to imitate Hiruzen Sarutobi, closing their eyes!

As for Fugaku and Kakashi, they stayed inside Fugaku's Susanoo and activated their Mangekyou Sharingan to perfectly resist Fengtian's genjutsu!

"Oh no! He's not trying to cast an illusion! He's trying to escape!"

Fugaku roared angrily.

In his view, the immense [causal power] did not attack the group, but instead acted directly on the [Four Red Yang Formation].

Before long, a large opening had been created, providing an opportunity for Fengtian to escape.

Seeing that his goal had been achieved, Fengtian did not hesitate at all. He immediately unleashed the Flying Thunder God Technique in succession, combined with the Reversal of Cause and Effect, and fled the battlefield at an unbelievable speed.

His figure rapidly shrank in everyone's sight and eventually disappeared.

By the time everyone heard Fugaku's roar and reacted, Fengtian had already fled the battlefield, leaving behind only chaos and a shocked crowd.

They never expected that Fengtian would choose to flee at such a critical moment; this was completely unexpected.

However, for Fengtian, escaping the battlefield was only part of his plan.

He knew that once Cheng Yun discovered he had left the [subspace], this cycle of reincarnation would essentially be declared a failure.

Therefore, he decisively chose to run away...