Chapter 99: Chidori, Rasengan

Even Naruto's actual body was injured. The clothes on his abdomen were torn by the high - speed Air Bullets, and traces of blood seeped out. His body was also knocked to the ground.

Facing such an attack, Sasuke was also in a complete mess. He fully utilized his Sharingan to dodge quickly. Looking at Gaara in a manic state, Naruto really had a sharp tongue. Otherwise, with Gaara in this state, it was hard for anyone to imagine that he would become the future Kazekage.

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"Naruto!"

"Don't worry. I'm okay."

He staggered to his feet. There was an unyielding look in his eyes as he wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth with the back of his hand.

"You're really a tough guy! But I definitely won't lose to you!"

"Shadow Clone Jutsu"

"You bastard, this jutsu doesn't work. Can't you understand?"

"Sasuke!"

Sasuke saw a glint of light in Naruto's eyes and immediately understood what he meant.

"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique"

"Wind Release: Great Wind Dance"

With the strong wind's assistance, the flames were extremely powerful. The raging fire roasted the surrounding air, and the surrounding trees were dried up in an instant.

Such a fierce fire collided violently with Gaara's Air Bullets. Instead of being dispersed by the Air Bullets, the fire burned even more vigorously.

Gaara's body was being roasted by the fire. Although the sand tightly wrapped around him, isolating some of the heat, it was still as unbearable as being in a sauna.

With a long, wild laugh, the power of the tailed beasts within him was further unleashed. A surging Chakra current welled up around him and forced the fire back.

Just as the power of the tailed beasts within him burst out strongly and forced the fire back, Sasuke and Naruto attacked from left and right!

The Rasengan in Naruto's hand was spinning at high speed, while the Chidori in Sasuke's hand let out a shrill cry. The bright blue Chakra collided in mid - air.

They moved swiftly, leaving Gaara no chance to counterattack as they slammed their Ninjutsu into Gaara's body.

"Rasengan"

"Chidori"

"Ah------"

The bright white light at the center of the attack was so dazzling that it was impossible to open one's eyes. Gaara's sand armor was shattered, and his original face was revealed. This was also the first time he had withstood such a fierce attack with his flesh and blood body.

The high - speed rotation of the Rasengan tore his flesh, while the rapid thrust of the Chidori went straight for his vital parts.

"Gaara!"

Temari, who was already seriously injured, watched Gaara being defeated and fell, shouting anxiously from the side.

It hurts. It really hurts! So this is what it feels like to be injured?

As the bright blue Chakra light gradually faded, Sasuke and Naruto landed steadily in mid - air after crossing paths, while Gaara fell heavily.

He forced his eyes open and looked at Naruto and Sasuke approaching him.

How wonderful! If he also had such friendship, such people who would never betray him, such good friends worth entrusting his back to, would his situation today be different...

Looking at Gaara's gradually defeated expression, there was no trace of joy on Naruto's face. Instead, he clenched his fists tightly.

"Gaara! You don't have to act like the protagonist of a tragic novel. There are countless people suffering in the world. Instead of wallowing in self - pity like you, it's better to take the initiative. As long as you try to trust others, one day you'll find your own companions!"

"...."

After saying that, he deliberately cast a glance in Temari's direction. His once proud and confident face was now full of nervousness and concern. He flashed a faint smile.

"Moreover, You're not lacking your own companions. Sometimes, maybe these companions are so close to you that you don't even notice them."

Gaara turned his head and looked in the direction of Naruto's gaze...

"Temari..."

"Gaara!"

Ignoring her own injuries, Temari propped herself up and limped over to Gaara's side. Seeing that he was all right, the anxiety in her heart subsided.

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"Naruto...."

"There's no need to say the rest. As someone who was once also shunned by the village and the people, I understand you. But you did attack Konoha as a rival. I still have to take you back to the Hokage for a ruling."

Naruto waved his hand, and with his other hand, he shyly scratched his nose. His face turned a little red. He really can't stomach any mushy words.

"Yeah, but I still want to say sorry and thank you..."

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On the way back to the village, Sasuke and Naruto escorted Gaara and Temari. Sasuke stole a furtive glance at Naruto, which was quickly noticed.

"What's up with you? You keep eyeing me. Is there something dirty on my face? Or did I not wash off the sleep crust in my eyes?"

Sasuke's furtive glances put Naruto on edge. He always thought he might have done something wrong again.

"Sometimes I wonder how you can talk so much when you haven't read many books and don't have much knowledge. You truly deserve to be the strongest at the Talk no Jutsu!"

"Huh? What do you mean by that? Are you scolding me or praising me?"

Sasuke stole another glance at Naruto, then calmly said,

"Nothing. Just talking to myself."

"No way! Who talks to themselves while staring at someone? You must be mocking me."

........

The warm sunlight filtered through the layers of branches and bathed the two of them, creating a warm and cozy scene. Gaara looked up and saw their banter. It was really enviable.

"What's wrong? You look so down. Are you worried about what's to come?"

Temari looked at Gaara. She could see the loneliness in his eyes.

"No, I just think they have a good relationship."

"Really? In my opinion, it's just two boys arguing."

The conversation between Naruto and Sasuke seemed rather childish to her. She really couldn't understand why two people as powerful as them, who were comparable to Jonin, would have such childish conversations!

"If... if I had a buddy like that too..."

"You've always had us, Gaara. Kanpō and I will always be by your side..."

Temari interrupted what Gaara was about to say next. She looked straight ahead with an extremely determined look in her eyes. Gaara looked up and could tell that Temari wasn't lying. She was serious.

"Temari..."

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