Anya gunned the motorcycle at full speed, channeling Sage Chakra into its power core to dramatically boost its speed. A thick cloud of dust roared behind him as he shot forward like a bolt of lightning slicing through the wind.
Mabui, who had already put on her windproof goggles, finally came to her senses. Annoyed, she turned her head toward Anya and said, "Hey, take it easy. Don't ride so recklessly. And slow down a bit."
"You just wouldn't understand. With something like this, the faster you ride, the better it feels."
"But won't you break it?"
"Nope. In time, it'll break in and feel just right."
"What, don't you care since it's not yours? If it breaks down, you don't have to take responsibility."
"Relax. After riding it for this long, I've figured out its limits. This speed is perfect—neither too fast nor too slow."
Unable to argue with Anya, Mabui sighed helplessly and let him continue.
Eventually, they arrived at the medical base described by Inoichi. Anya immediately performed a Shunshin and entered inside. Within less than a second, he grabbed what he needed. Gripping the handlebars, he executed a smooth U-turn drift maneuver and headed toward Naruto.
Curious, Mabui asked, "Where exactly are we going now?"
"Live broadcast! Interviewing the two key figures of this war—the Eight-Tails and Nine-Tails Jinchuriki."
"What?" Mabui exclaimed in shock. "Does that mean Headquarters has allowed them to join the battle? That decision seems too risky."
Anya replied calmly with a smile, "Hmph. Considering their strength, if those two want to fight, how could anyone stop them? It's better to let them officially join the battlefield, fighting side by side until the end."
"But..."
Anya cut her off, "No buts. I've already made the announcement. The press conference is starting soon. Don't forget—you're the host."
Mabui sprang into action immediately. She ordered Anya, "Then why don't you hurry up and use your chakra to block the wind for me? I need to fix my appearance—it looks like a madwoman's right now. How can I go live like this?"
Grumbling discontentedly, Anya muttered, "I wonder who the boss is here. Feels like I'm turning into an assistant."
Mabui gave a pitiful look, pleading sweetly, "You're the boss—I'm just your little secretary. Please, okay?"
That satisfied Anya, "Hmm, that sounds much better."
Powerful chakra surged from within him, forming a chakra cloak that completely shielded them from wind resistance.
Taking the opportunity, Mabui quickly tidied up her messy hair and clothes while applying light makeup on the move. Truth be told, no matter the situation, women always manage to pull out a brush or a compact like magic when needed.
"Alright, found them."
Meanwhile, Naruto, who was heading toward the battlefield alongside Killer Bee, suddenly sensed something and stopped. "Octo-dude, hold up. Something's flying toward us at top speed."
Instantly pulling out his ninja blade, Killer Bee shouted, "Yo! Damn it! Are enemies already here that fast?"
Shaking his head, Naruto replied, "It doesn't seem like that. Whoever is coming shows absolutely no hostility."
Just as the two were talking, Anya put on her mask and suddenly shoved a huge camera right in front of them, giving Mabui an OK sign to indicate the connection had been established.
Smiling, Mabui stepped forward and said, "Hello dear reporter friends, I'm Mabui, the live host at the scene. I've already met the key figures of this Fourth Great Ninja War—Naruto and Killer Bee. Come on, wave to the camera."
Naruto, glowing entirely in golden light, looked at the lens puzzled and asked, "Uh, just talk into this thing?"
Before Naruto could say anything else, Killer Bee punched him straight out of the frame and started performing his rap: "Ensnare your vision through the camera lens, sharing a passionate kiss with you watching from home."
As Killer Bee was about to smooch toward the camera lens, Mabui looked visibly exasperated, veins popping on her forehead, and angrily said to Anya, "I'm not going to continue interviewing him. Knock him out so he won't mess up the live broadcast."
Anya politely replied, "My pleasure."
Before Killer Bee could react, Anya activated the green Mystical Palm Technique from her hand, her left eye revealing the Eternity Mangekyō Sharingan.
[Time Freeze]
Killer Bee felt her whole body tighten, then darkness before her eyes as her neural system shut down completely, rendering her unconscious.
Naruto exclaimed in shock, "Hey, what did you guys do?"
"Nothing much, just a simple interview. Naruto, remember that the entire Allied Forces are watching now. I have a few questions for you; please answer seriously." Mabui's expression turned very serious.
"Yes ma'am." Upon hearing that so many people could hear him speak, Naruto stood straighter, showing some nervousness on his face.
Mabui said with a serious tone, "Have you considered that fighting now might exactly play into the enemy's hands? Judging from White Zetsu's Henka no Jutsu capability, it seems tailor-made to draw you out."
Without hesitation, Naruto answered, "I've already understood the enemy's Moon's Eye Plan using genjutsu to control humanity. Actually, I once spoke with Madara. I understand his hatred and how he manipulated Nagato. He's a cruel man, but I'll prove through my actions that I can defeat him and end this war."
Anya watched the question-and-answer exchange between Mabui and Naruto feeling rather bored. Right now, Naruto had only just begun accessing the Nine-Tails' Power and hadn't yet become a perfect jinchuriki or attained the Nine-Tailed Chakra Mode. At this point, he wouldn't stand a chance even against Kabuto Yakushi, let alone Madara.
Yet, the unwavering determination within him was truly admirable—it was precisely this spirit that destined him to become the Hokage himself.
After their quickfire Q&A session, even Mabui was moved by Naruto's determination. She sincerely wished him, "Naruto, I believe in you, and I believe the Allied Forces will achieve final victory."
"Thank you. Then I should get going now." As Naruto was about to leave, he suddenly noticed Killer Bee still lying on the ground and couldn't help asking, "Why's Octopus Guy sleeping? We're supposed to head to the battlefield."
Mabui gave Anya a knowing look, indicating the live broadcast was over.
Anya caught the hint and gave a slight nod. With a snap of her fingers, Killer Bee's mind came back online. At the same time, Eight-Tails' voice echoed in Killer Bee's mind: "B, hurry up and get away from him."
Killer Bee was still slightly confused. "What's going on? Is he really *that* strong?"
"He's on an entirely different level. He can kill you easily. Don't forget how you passed out in the first place."
Realization suddenly dawned on Killer Bee. He stopped rapping immediately and told Naruto to get moving. The two left together.
Mabui watched them walk away and turned to Anya, asking, "You're really not worried about them being captured by Akatsuki? Once the Ten-Tails emerges, the entire world will be plunged into darkness. Even you won't be able to reverse it."
When Anya didn't reply, Mabui looked back.
Anya removed his mask. His eyes were narrowed, exuding a cold, unsettling aura.
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