The Sand ninja led by Yura intended to kill Shindai, Pakura, and Hikaku Uchiha, yet they themselves were being wiped out instead.
Shindai's trio unleashed such overwhelming combat prowess that the enemy couldn't even get close.
Within moments, half of the Sand ninja surrounding Shindai's group had been killed.
On the outskirts, Kankuro watched in shock as Kannazuki continuously transformed into various forms, killing his comrades in different ways. He then glanced at his own ugly puppet—Corpse Crow...
Kankuro felt ashamed that he had once believed he could fight Shindai. He wasn't even worthy of facing him.
Just as Shindai's team was about to eliminate the remaining Sand ninja and head to reinforce Minato Namikaze, Danzō's Root ninja entered the battlefield.
A large number of flash bombs were thrown toward them.
The sudden bursts of blinding light temporarily robbed Shindai, Pakura, Hikaku Uchiha, and the Sand ninja of their vision.
Before losing sight, Shindai caught a glimpse of ninja wearing masks from Root's old days. His expression darkened.
"Root's men?!"
Shindai shuddered involuntarily.
That explains it. No wonder the Sand still invaded Konoha even after Orochimaru reformed.
It was all part of Danzō's plan.
Did Danzō want them dead as well?
Shindai trembled slightly. No—the real target was likely Hikaku Uchiha, or more specifically, Hikaku Uchiha's Mangekyo Sharingan.
After all, everyone knew how obsessed Danzō was with coveting the Mangekyo Sharingan!
Blinded, Shindai used his magnetic field to locate enemies.
Sure enough, the Root ninja weren't targeting Shindai or Pakura—they charged straight for Hikaku Uchiha.
Shindai immediately performed hand seals.
[Magnet Release: Iron Sand Pyramid!]
He condensed the iron sand into a pyramid shape, protecting himself, Pakura, and Hikaku Uchiha inside.
The Root ninja tried using ninjutsu to break through the pyramid, but it was incredibly solid.
Because this Iron Sand Pyramid incorporated Sealing Techniques.
Shindai had learned a few sealing methods from Kushina Uzumaki and combined them with his Iron Sand to create this technique.
Shindai said to Pakura and Hikaku Uchiha, "Let's wait until our vision returns before fighting again. Damn it, I actually forgot about Danzō! Hikaku, be careful. These guys are after your Sharingan!"
Hikaku Uchiha rubbed his eyes and responded, "I understand."
Shindai took out a pair of glasses and used its communication function to contact Kakashi.
"Kakashi, where are you now?"
Kakashi's voice came through, "I'm outside the arena battling enemies with Todoroki, and Akatsuki members have appeared as well! They're wreaking havoc across Konoha!"
Shindai was greatly shocked. "What? Members of the Akatsuki organization are here too? Who is it?"
"During the Nine-Tails' attack on Konoha, there was a guy who could use repulsive force, another one wearing a strange mask covered with thick black stitching lines, and someone else riding a giant dragon flying in the air, throwing many earth-like objects that explode!"
Shindai thought for a moment and murmured, "Deva Path, Kakuzu, and Deidara?"
Shindai asked, "Kakashi, are there other members from Akatsuki?"
"Yes, there are two more people. The masked man from back then and a guy wielding a scythe—they're heading toward the arena now, probably looking for Sensei Minato!"
A slight smirk curled on Shindai's lips. "Looks like my preparations will finally come in handy. Kakashi, quickly go to my lab in the Scientific Research Division. On the left side, there's a cabinet containing several scrolls labeled 'Zero,' 'Ao,' 'North,' 'Three,' and 'Prototype.' Summon the puppets inside them.
"And take out the rest of the scrolls too, then hand them over to me. If you encounter any other Akatsuki members along the way, contact me, and I'll tell you which scrolls to use.
"Also, inform the Third. Danzo has betrayed us. He must have allied with Sunagakure. Me, Pakura, and Hikaku were attacked by former Root ninja!"
Kakashi couldn't believe what he'd just heard but nodded. "So it's true? Understood! I'll notify everyone immediately!"
After cutting off the communication, Shindai performed a traditional eye-strain relief routine.
The four scrolls labeled 'Zero,' 'Ao,' 'North,' and 'Three' corresponded to Deva Path, Deidara, Kakuzu, and Hidan respectively. They were puppets specially developed by Shindai to counter their abilities.
As for the Prototype scroll, since the current masked man wasn't Obito, Shindai had created an experimental puppet based on descriptions provided by Minato Namikaze about the enemy's abilities.
After a while, Shindai asked, "Pakura, Hikaku, how are you guys doing? Are you ready?"
"We're ready. We can fight anytime!"
"Good. Then I'll release it. As soon as we appear, unleash our ultimate techniques immediately! Don't give them any chance!"
The moment Shindai released his Iron Sand Pyramid,
[Supernova Rin'yu!]
[Scorch Release: Inferno Slash!]
[Amaterasu!]
[Kagutsuchi!]
Upon appearing, Shindai, Pakura, and Hikaku unleashed their ultimate techniques immediately, instantly killing all surrounding ninjas.
[Secret Technique: Insect Sphere!]
From a distant location, Tatsuma Aburame issued commands, and swarms of Parasitic Bugs descended upon Shindai and the others.
Pakura raised two fingers.
[Scorch Release: Flame Burst!]
A blazing Scorch Release fireball exploded violently, incinerating large numbers of the parasitic insects.
[Fire Release: Great Fireball Destruction!]
Hikaku gathered chakra in his throat. Then he exhaled forward, unleashing a roaring inferno like an ocean of fire, incinerating the swarm of insects.
Shindai scanned the surroundings through his Third Eye, searching for Danzo's presence.
Since Danzo's target was Hikaku Uchiha's Mangekyo Sharingan, he must be here too.
Shindai suddenly turned his gaze to the left.
Found you!
Shindai once again condensed a [Supernova Shindai] in his hand and hurled it toward Danzo's location.
A loud boom exploded outward,
Creating a large crater. However, Danzo had immediately evaded using a Shunshin technique the moment Shindai threw the [Supernova Shindai].
"Kannazuki! Fire the Laser Beam!"
Two laser beams shot from Kannazuki's palms, aiming straight at Danzo.
Tatsuma Aburame and other Root members tried to stop Shindai but were intercepted by Pakura and Hikaku Uchiha.
As he ran, Danzo shouted orders to Tatsuma and the others: "Proceed with the plan! I'll deal with him myself!"
Shindai also told Pakura and Hikaku, "These foes will be easy for you two. Leave Danzo to me!"
Shindai glared coldly at Danzo: "If you dare target my people—Danzo or otherwise—I'll destroy you. Otherwise, how could I ever face anyone again?"
Shindai took out a scroll and summoned an armguard. After equipping it, he deployed a disc embedded with multiple slots.
"Let's have our final showdown, Danzo!"
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