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Naruto Shippuuden #98; Naruto Issue #453; Bleach Issue #363
Naruto Shippuuden #98: The Target Appears

Naruto broke Guren’s crystal barrier and was shocked to see Hinata being held as hostage. Naruto tried to use toad water technique but failed. Meanwhile, one of Guren’s men ran off towards Guren’s direction. Kakashi, Sai and Yamato distracted Guren while Naruto and Gamatatchi took Hinata away. Rinji and others reached Guren to assist her.

At a safe area, Naruto called Gamatachi to place Hinata gently but Gamatachi clumsily dropped her. Pakkun meanwhile told Kakashi and others of Shizune and others’ finding of the analysis of the crystal. Naruto anxiously suggested taking Hinata to Konoha for treatment. The crystal shattered and Sakura told others that Hinata was all right. Hinata woke and told them that she had covered herself in thin film before she was attacked by Guren’s technique. Kakashi suggested retreating for now. Naruto and Kiba protested. In the end, they spilt into two groups. One group did tracking while Hinata’s group took time to recover. Gamatachi and other toad as well as Pakkun vanished. Sakura, Hinata and Sai stayed behind while others took off. Among the tree, Kabuto watched. In the hut, Yukimaru told Guren of Naruto. Guren was glad that Yukimaru did not go to Naruto and others. Guren planned to track them when Kabuto came along to warn Guren from losing Yukimaru as she would lose Orochimaru’s trust. Kabuto, Yukimaru, Guren and one follower went on boat to the lake. Yukimaru told Kabuto of his discomfort after taking the medication.

Meanwhile, Kiba, Naruto and Shino were on the move among the trees. So were Kakashi and Yamato. Shino reported his finding to others. Naruto did not understand. Kiba taunted Naruto being the only Genin. Kakashi ordered Naruto to create three clones and to place each of them three metres away from one another so as to distract the enemy’s bats. Kiba, original Naruto and others followed the enemy’s bats. Naruto passed motion at Kiba for his taunting. In the misty lake, Kabuto ordered Yukimaru to put on a strange headwear and ate some pills. Guren protested but kept quiet for fear of disappointing Orochimaru. She forced herself to encourage Yukimaru to listen to Kabuto. Guren activated crystal pillars around them. Yukimaru emitted strong power and lured out Sanbi from the water. Guren knew it was the three tailed bijuu.

Omake: Shino underwent X-ray. Sakura who was doing the examination could only see insects and she was shocked. Later, Naruto and Kiba were bemused at Shino’s ability to lose weight easily by letting out insects. Sai was impressed.

Naruto Issue #453: The Night Before the five Kages Meet

Madara intercepted Sasuke and Team Taka as they headed towards Konoha. Karin was confused over Madara’s sudden chakra appearance. Sasuke wondered how Madara knew where he was and Madara told them that it was within his powers eventhough Sasuke underestimated him. Sasuke told Madara that Team Taka was no longer part of Akatsuki as they had no further use for Madara. Madara told them that he would have killed them if they betrayed Akatsuki, besides they broke their promise to him as the Hachibi was not captured at all except its tenacle. Madara told them that he was disappointed with them. Sasuke was shocked, as he had not seen how Kirabi would have the time to create a clone. Madara told them to forget Kirabi as he had something else he wanted them to do. Sasuke wanted to refuse and Madara challenged that he would fight him on the spot if he wanted to go to Konoha. Sasuke activated chidori at Madara’s chest but passed through him instead. Madara told Sasuke that Konoha was already destroyed. Zetsu appeared and told them that he would explain. Madara asked Zetsu who the new Hokage was and the latter told him that it was a guy named Danzou. Madara stated he had thought as much and told Sasuke that Danzou was one of the elders who drove Itachi to his end. Madara told Sasuke that Pain had destroyed Konoha and because of his and Pain’s commotion, there would be a five Kage summit. Zetsu stated he would explain the rest.

In Konoha, Kamui demanded Naruto and Sakura to tell them all they knew about Uchiha Sasuke, including his techniques as well as Akatsuki. Sakura stated her disbelief that Sasuke was a member of Akatsuki. Kamui retorted that Sakura was annoying and questioned what Sasuke was to her. Sakura began to sob and Naruto watched her sadly. Kamui retorted that she was the one who wanted to cry even more as crying would not bring Kirabi or Yugito back. Sai stated that since Hokage had already approved the order to kill Sasuke, the village would definitely provide the necessary information she needed. As such, she did not have to pressurize Naruto and Sakura. Kamui stated she wanted to know any more information, as she could not bear sitting around not knowing what happen to their sensei. Naruto stated his understanding how they felt as he had lost Jiraiya not long ago. Naruto asked Kamui and Omoi if their sensei was a Jinchiriki and they were shocked that he knew. Naruto told them that like Kirabi, he himself was a Jinchiriki too and it was also his fight against Akatsuki. He told them that Akatsuki wanted the Jinchiriki alive and therefore, their sensei could still be alive. Omoi and Kamui were surprised. Naruto told them to rescue Kirabi before going after Sasuke. Omoi and Kamui were relieved. Naruto told them that he would help them find Kirabi as well as providing information on Akatsuki. Kamui stated Naruto looked smarter than he appeared and wanted him to tell them about Sasuke too. Sakura watched Naruto and Naruto told her to leave everything to him. Kamui asked Naruto his name and he told her.

Other place, Suigetsu was shocked to learn that Naruto was the one who defeated Pain. Zetsu stated that Naruto could be stronger than Sasuke now but Sasuke did not care as he was more concerned of the five Kage Summit. Suigetsu knew Sasuke’s target was now Danzou and that they were going to head for the meeting. Sasuke stated he wanted to kill the Kages with a change of his plan. Madara agreed. Karin knew it was going to be a troublesome affair. Zetsu offered to lead Sasuke as he spilt into half. The white Zetsu guided Team Taka while the black one remained with Madara. Jugo asked Sasuke if they could trust Madara and Zetsu. Sasuke stated that if they tried anything funny, he would use Amaterasu on them. Meanwhile, black Zetsu stated that everything went well. Madara stated he did not believe Nagato would use his Rinne Tensei like that as he had knew it was supposedly meant for Madara. He also stated that even if Sasuke became more powerful than Nagato, he would not be any use to them if they could not control him. Madara did not plan to sync him with Gedo Mazo for a while and planned to see how the situation progressed. Zetsu was surprised that Madara had taken into account for Nagato’s death. Madara replied that he had done so just in case and stated that Naruto had thrown a wrench into his plans. Madara added that he had enough of being cautious and decided to implement the “Moon’s Eye Plan”.

Meanwhile, in the Hidden Village of Sand, the villagers instructed Temari and Kankuro to take care of Gaara as they made their way to the Five Kage Summit.

Bleach Issue #363: Superchunky from Hell

Stark was surprised of Ukitake’s defensive technique. The two Shinigami captains joined force against him. Ukitake advised his comrade not to use his bankai where anyone could see. Stark’s partner warned that it was a trap but he did not care and he continued his attack at Ukitake who still repelled the Ceros. Stark figured out Ukitake’s technique. Ukitake was impressed. Stark shot 1000 Ceros to disrupt Ukitake’s technique and the other Shinigami captain went to his aid. Just then, another Espada entered the fight. It was Wonderwice. There was something huge, dark and monstrous behind him.