Naruto, my father's name is Uchiha Madara.

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It is said that the scene was extremely "tragic," and the enraged Raikage gave Killer Bee a severe "lesson."

Its force was so great that the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki could only lie in bed groaning for a short period of time, unable to get up.

This farcical "eight-tailed beast capture incident" ultimately turned out to be a false alarm.

But the information revealed behind it sent chills down the spines of everyone in the know.

The Akatsuki organization has already made a move against the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki!

Furthermore, the members they dispatched were so powerful that they could suppress and capture the perfect Jinchuriki, Killer Bee, in a short period of time!

Although Killer Bee escaped thanks to his strength, this was undoubtedly an extremely dangerous sign.

Akatsuki has a clear goal, amazing action, and has already collected all the tailed beasts except for the Eight-Tails and the Nine-Tails!

What do they want to do?

Who is that Water Release ninja who can suppress Killer Bee?

An unprecedented sense of urgency and crisis is spreading like a plague among the top leaders of the five major countries.

We can no longer fight our own battles!

Thus, the core victims and hardliners of this incident...

The Fourth Raikage of Kumogakure, A, initiated the proposal, and after a brief but efficient communication, the five great nations reached an agreement:

An emergency Five Kage Summit must be convened immediately in the neutral nation of the Iron Kingdom!

The aim is to unite the forces of the five great ninja villages to jointly discuss how to deal with the increasingly rampant tailed beast capture operations of the Akatsuki organization.

And that enormous threat lurking behind the scenes, with unclear intentions.

Konoha Village soon received a formal invitation. The lights in the Hokage's office burned brightly all night once again.

The peaceful daily routine has been shattered, and the shadow of war is already looming.

Chapter 434 The Guards of the Five Kage Summit

The atmosphere in the Hokage's office was more somber than usual.

Tsunade sat behind her large desk, her brows furrowed, with urgent documents from Amegakure and Kumogakure and an invitation to a meeting from the Land of Iron spread out in front of her.

Shizune stood quietly to the side, holding Tun Tun, her face also showing worry.

Soon, there was a knock on the door, and after receiving permission, Naruto and Sasuke walked in one after the other.

"Grandma Tsunade/Lord Hokage".

The two spoke at the same time, noticing the unusual atmosphere in the office, and their expressions became serious.

"Yes, you've arrived! I called you here today because it's important."

Tsunade didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point: "First, there's the latest news from Amegakure."

"The masked man who calls himself 'Uchiha Madara' can now be basically identified as being true!"

"It is Uchiha Obito, who was originally thought to have died in the Battle of Kannabi Bridge."

"Not long ago, he attacked Nagato, the leader of Amegakure and the holder of the Rinnegan, and his companion Konan."

When Sasuke heard the name, his pupils contracted sharply.

Uchiha Obito?!

The name was not unfamiliar to them, especially since they had heard stories about him from Kakashi.

Tsunade continued, "Nagato and Konan joined forces to fight the enemy, and even set up a deadly trap targeting Obito's weakness in Hollowfication."

"However, they underestimated Obito's strangeness regarding forbidden techniques."

"Obito used some kind of secret technique to evade the fatal attack and took the opportunity to... forcibly steal one of Nagato's Rinnegan."

"One of my Rinnegan has been stolen?!"

Naruto gasped in shock, for he knew all too well the terrifying power of the Rinnegan.

Although Sasuke appeared calm on the surface, his clenched fists revealed the turmoil within him.

Tsunade nodded heavily: "Based on the intelligence analysis provided by Nagato later."

"After Obito obtains a Rinnegan, he will most likely immediately summon the Gedo Mazo to seal all the tailed beast chakra that the Akatsuki organization had previously captured inside."

"This means that their plan has entered its final stage."

"Nagato specifically reminded us that we must... protect the Nine-Tails."

Her gaze returned to Naruto, a hint of complexity in her eyes: "From what I can see, the information about Amegakure closely matches what you previously reported regarding the cause of the future Fourth Shinobi World War."

"This also indirectly confirms the authenticity of your bizarre experience."

Upon hearing this, Naruto clenched his fist tightly.

Although he proved he wasn't lying, he would rather these terrible predictions not come true.

"Then, there's something else."

Tsunade pushed a gold-embossed invitation onto the table: "Because Killer Bee, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki of Kumogakure, was attacked. Although it was later proven to be a hoax, the attack itself was real."

"The Fourth Raikage, A, issued an urgent appeal to the four major powers, including us, requesting that a Five Kage Summit be held in the neutral country of the Land of Iron."

She rubbed her temples, her tone carrying a hint of historical weight: "The Five Kage Summit... the last time it was held was during the time of the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju."

"The fact that it has been restarted after decades means that the situation has become so serious that the five major powers must sit down and face it together."

Her gaze swept over Naruto and Sasuke's faces, becoming sharp and full of trust: "The main reason I called you two here is because of this matter."

"I have decided to personally travel to the Land of Iron to attend the talks. As the Hokage's bodyguard, I need the most reliable and strongest force."

"Naruto, Sasuke, I want the two of you to accompany me as my guards."

Naruto and Sasuke did not hesitate at all when it came to this task.

"No problem! Granny Tsunade!"

Naruto immediately patted his chest and agreed, but then he thought of a problem and scratched his face: "But... is it really okay for me, the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, to go with you?"

"The purpose of this Five Kage Summit is most likely to discuss how to deal with Akatsuki's capture of the Tailed Beasts and how to handle the Jinchuriki issue, right? If I go, will I...?"

This is indeed a sensitive issue.

The meeting was to involve the Jinchuriki himself in discussions about how to "dispose" of him.

It sounds a bit strange, and might even trigger an overreaction from other films.

Tsunade waved her hand, a sly look of an elder on her face: "Don't worry, I have my reasons for daring to take you there."

"Firstly, you are a Konoha ninja, an important fighting force, so it's reasonable for you to serve as the Hokage's bodyguard. Secondly..."

She looked at the two boys who had grown into pillars of the village, a confident smile curving her lips: "With your current strength, even if something unexpected happens, if you can't beat them... surely you can outrun them?"

"I'd like to see how many people in the ninja world today can stop the two of you who are determined to leave."

These words were... both honest and a little shameless.

Naruto and Sasuke exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of helplessness in each other's eyes, but they had to admit that Tsunade made a lot of sense.

Given their current strength and teamwork, if they were determined to leave, very few people could stop them.

"I understand."

Sasuke spoke calmly, which was considered an acceptance of the mission.

"Alright, since you've put it that way, Mother-in-law!"

Naruto put aside his worries and his fighting spirit was rekindled: "I will definitely protect you!"

Tsunade nodded in satisfaction, then said seriously, "The Land of Iron is located in the north, covered in snow all year round, and has a harsh climate."

"Go back immediately and prepare enough warm clothing and necessary outdoor survival supplies."

"Meet at the Konoha gates in one hour, and depart on time!"

"Yes!" x 2

The two accepted the order and turned to leave the Hokage's office.

On his way home, Naruto's face was filled with a mixture of excitement and seriousness: "The Five Kage Summit... I never thought we could participate in such an important event!"

Sasuke, on the other hand, appeared much calmer. He glanced at Naruto and warned, "Don't be careless."

"Those participating in the talks are all Kage from various villages and their elite guards, making the situation complicated. Moreover, members of 'Akatsuki' are likely also lurking nearby."

"I know!"

Naruto nodded vigorously, his eyes resolute: "That's precisely why we can't let our guard down! We must protect Granny Tsunade and also find out what the other villages are planning to do!"

An hour later, in front of the Konoha gates.

Tsunade had changed into an outfit more suitable for long journeys and battles, with a white cloak embroidered with the words "Fifth Hokage" draped over her, making her look heroic and dashing.

Naruto and Sasuke arrived on time.

Naruto changed into a thick orange cotton coat, wrapped his scarf tightly around his neck, and carried a bulging bundle of luggage on his back.

Sasuke was dressed in a dark blue stand-up collar thermal suit, with a short jacket bearing the Uchiha clan crest over it. His expression was as cold and stern as ever, but his eyes were sharp.

"Are you all ready?" Tsunade looked around at the two of them.

"Ready!" Naruto shouted back.

Sasuke nodded.

"Then, let's go!"

At Tsunade's command, the three figures flashed, transforming into three swift shadows, and left Konoha Village.

They embarked on a journey to the distant northern land of iron.

Chapter 435 The Five Shadows Gather Together

After leaving Konoha, Tsunade, Naruto, and Sasuke formed a group of three.

Using the high-speed movement characteristic of ninjas, they sped towards the neutral northern country of the Land of Iron.