When Naruto emerged, he was already dressed in his standard attire: the orange and black outfit he frequently wore, consisting of an orange jacket with black details, black pants with an orange cloth wrapped around his waist, and the unmistakable shinobi sandals.
Tsunade was the first to approach him, closely followed by Kakashi and Yamato. They arrived with concerned expressions, especially Tsunade, who immediately addressed the situation that had occurred: "Naruto! What was all that? Why are you releasing such powerful energy around the village?"
Naruto scratched the back of his head and laughed embarrassedly, apologizing, "Sorry, everyone. I was going through a crucial stage in advancing my power, and, well, that's why this happened."
Tsunade nodded, understanding the situation, but made an observation, drawing attention to Naruto's new appearance. "Naruto, your hair... It's almost all red, only the tips remain blond," she remarked, surprised by Naruto's visible transformation.
"Oh, about that... Well, you'll find out soon," Naruto replied, easing the suspense. Then, without further ado, he activated the Sage Mode.
The moment he did so, his presence transformed into something beyond the comprehension of everyone present. Naruto was saturated with Natural Energy, and his appearance seemed to have transcended the limits of mortals into something divine.
Tsunade, among everyone present, was the one most familiar with Naruto's distinctive traits. However, the Yin-Yang pattern now adorning his forehead left her perplexed.
"This... Sage Mode... is very similar to that of my grandfather, the First Hokage," she exclaimed, surprised, highlighting the resemblance between the two.
Kakashi also expressed his astonishment. "I never imagined seeing something like this. It's incredible, Naruto," he commented, clearly impressed. Yamato joined them, adding his own observations and praises.
Meanwhile, the murmurs of the other high-ranking ninjas who had gathered echoed throughout the area. In their voices, expressions of surprise and admiration for Naruto's rapid evolution were evident.
At a certain distance, Danzo observed everything, feeling his heart race with a mix of fear and concern. Internally, a storm of conflicts raged as he pondered what to do in the face of this new reality. He knew that this change could interfere with his plans to become Hokage, which further agitated him.
Danzo had a carefully crafted plan: to exclude Naruto from the confrontation with Pain/Nagato, allowing Tsunade to meet her demise in the fight against him. This way, as the remaining most powerful ninja, he could assume the position of Hokage. The plan seemed flawless; he had calculated every detail!
However, the display of power that Naruto had just shown shook him, putting him in a delicate and difficult-to-navigate situation.
"No! I cannot let him ruin my plans!" Danzo muttered, so quietly that he believed no one could hear him, before withdrawing.
While talking with Tsunade and the others, Naruto glanced at the spot where Danzo had been. No one could guess what was going through his mind at that moment.
After conversing for a while, Naruto announced, "I will face Nagato alone."
If he had made such a declaration before, they probably wouldn't have allowed it. However, considering Naruto's current state, they felt that even if everyone teamed up against him, the chance of victory would be virtually nil.
Naruto still had much more to show, but he chose not to reveal all of his powers at that moment.
"Nagato and his companion are already very close," Naruto suddenly announced. "I can sense their presence from kilometers away. I'm heading to meet them now."
A sky-blue wind enveloped Naruto, and to everyone's surprise, he began to fly.
People looked up at the sky, astounded, as Naruto distanced himself. Expressions of surprise, shock, and admiration spread among the ninjas and citizens of Konoha.
Tsunade, still astonished by Naruto's new ability, shouted in his direction, "Be careful, Naruto!"
Kakashi and Yamato, in tune with their personalities, also expressed their wishes for good luck. Kakashi, with his calm and composed demeanor, sincerely wished, "Good luck, Naruto." Meanwhile, Yamato, always concerned for Naruto's safety, added, "Be careful, Naruto!"
Naruto, now surrounded by a sky-blue wind, seemed to have transformed into a celestial meteor. It was a breathtaking sight as if a fragment of the sky itself had come to life and decided to dance on Earth. His flight, tearing through the sky with impressive speed, was a testament to power beyond mortal comprehension.
In a matter of seconds, Naruto had crossed several kilometers and could already see Nagato and Konan in the distance. Naruto's expression became more serious, his eyes resolute and determined. He knew the danger that Nagato and Konan posed, but he was ready to face them.
On the other side, Nagato and Konan saw a flying figure approaching rapidly. At first, they couldn't recognize who it was, but as the figure drew nearer, Naruto's identity became clear. Surprise filled their faces as they witnessed the young shinobi flying towards them with such speed and grace.
When Naruto finally drew close, he descended from the sky like a descending ray of light. With unmatched elegance, he touched the ground, landing softly like a leaf dancing in the wind. His landing, almost poetic in its execution, was as impactful as his arrival. The sky-blue wind surrounding him slowly dispersed, leaving Naruto standing there, firm and confident.
Konan positioned herself at the forefront, placing herself between Nagato and the imminent threat. "Who are you?" she questioned, her suspicious gaze fixed on Naruto.
"Who am I?" Naruto replied, confidently pointing his thumb at himself.
Before he could finish the sentence, Nagato interrupted him, his weak voice echoing in the stillness of the location: "You must be Naruto Uzumaki, right?"
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