"It's Naruto! How could I forget him!" At this critical moment, Gaara and Sasuke thought of the boy with a bright smile at the same time. Their hearts seemed to be illuminated by a strong light, instantly dispelling all the worries.

Dark and confused.

And all these changes stem from that warm and familiar voice, that boy who is always full of sunshine and hope - Naruto.

Naruto looked at Gaara and Sasuke beside him with relief, and he breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, both of them had woken up from the illusion. He looked around and found that everyone else had also escaped through their own efforts.

Bound by the illusion. However, Orochimaru and others have disappeared, leaving only a mess around them.

Naruto frowned and looked strangely at Kakashi-sensei, who was supporting the Sandaime Hokage. He couldn't help but have a question in his mind: Did we miss something in the illusion just now?

Asuma lit a cigarette, took a deep breath and slowly exhaled the smoke, breaking the silence: "Don't think about it anymore! The battle is over, Orochimaru has escaped. As expected of one of the legendary Sannin, he is indeed cunning.

"

Kurenai also nodded with lingering fear, obviously the battle with Orochimaru left a deep impression on her.

"So! Are you okay, Hokage-sama?" Naruto and everyone watched as Mr. Kakashi carefully lifted the Sandaime Hokage onto the stretcher. Sakura asked worriedly, with a hint of nervousness in her tone.

"It should be fine!" Kakashi replied, but his tone could not hide his exhaustion. It was not until later that everyone knew the tragedy of that battle. Although Orochimaru lost both hands, the Sandaime Hokage could no longer use forbidden ninjutsu.

I can't use chakra anymore. It's already a miracle that I can survive.

The sun slowly sank into the horizon, and the sunset on the horizon reflected everyone's faces. The teenagers who had experienced a great war seemed to have grown up all of a sudden, and the childishness on their faces slowly disappeared.

Naruto looked at the sunset on the horizon, and the corners of his mouth slowly rose. Everyone's tense nerves finally relaxed, and the tense lines were slightly raised, revealing a long-lost smile.

"Tomorrow will be a new day!" Naruto said softly, as if to cheer himself and everyone up.

However, at this moment, the Sandaime Hokage suddenly spoke: "Kakashi, I have something to discuss with you."

Kakashi was stunned, and then walked to the Sandaime Hokage: "Hokage-sama, please speak."

"I hope you can find Tsunade-hime." The Sandaime Hokage's tone was serious and firm, "Only she can take over the position of the next Hokage."

"What!?" Kakashi's eyes widened, as if he had heard an incredible news, "You want me to be Hokage?" He was like a wild cat whose tail was stepped on, "Teacher! You know I'm used to it.

I want to live an idle life! I won’t agree to this!”

The Sandaime Hokage looked at Kakashi's reaction and frowned a little: "I never said that I want you to take over the position of Hokage! That is the meaning of the elders." He explained, "But I know that you are the best

One of the suitable candidates. You have excellent ninjutsu talent and leadership skills, and are a rare talent in the village. However, if you are really unwilling..."

"Then what do you mean?" Kakashi interrupted the Sandaime Hokage, a bad premonition welling up in his heart.

"I want you to find Tsunade-hime." The Sandaime Hokage repeated what he said before, "She is the granddaughter of the first Hokage. She has powerful medical ninjutsu and combat power. Only she can lead the village to new glory. This is yours

The mission is also my trust in you."

Kakashi was silent for a moment, then took a deep breath: "I understand, Hokage-sama. I will try my best to complete this task." He knew that this task was both a challenge and an opportunity for him. He must

Find Tsunade-hime and work hard for the future of the village.

Recently, Naruto encountered some troubles, which made him toss and turn and find it difficult to sleep. This was the fourth consecutive night of insomnia for him, and the dark circles under his eyes were so deep that it seemed like he had become the national treasure panda in his previous life. Since sending Gaara away that day,

Naruto seemed to have lost the motivation to go out, and stayed at home for four whole days, feeling depressed.

Speaking of why Naruto was so depressed, we have to mention Gaara's farewell party that day. Thanks to the great help of Gaara and others, Konoha Hidden Village was able to destroy the enemy in the shortest time.

"Why don't we have a farewell party? Why don't we just give him a farewell when we leave!" Naruto grumbled and complained. He really didn't want to participate in such a lively occasion. He had just experienced a life-and-death battle, and he just wanted to have a good time.
Chapter completed!