Bab 223: Chapter 223
Surely, they couldn't be serious.
He thought, a hint of irritation creeping into his mind.
Yet, as Carnes contemplated the situation, a second thought crossed his mind.
Perhaps these shinobis had a point.
No matter how incredulous their expressions, it was beyond their imagination that Nagato, the harbinger of destruction for Konoha, would be the one to sacrifice himself to use the Rinne Tensei jutsu.
They couldn't fathom the idea that the one initiating this help would be Nagato.
The same Nagato who had sought to destroy Konoha and plunge the world into agony.
Carnes recognized this misunderstanding.
Yet, he chose not to address it right now, as he sensed that explanations would only complicate matters further.
The idea of clarifying seemed futile, so he chose not to explain any further.
Attempting to clarify might inadvertently cast a darker shadow on the impending matter.
Even if Pain, or rather Nagato, was poised to resurrect the lives sacrificed in Konoha, Carnes knew it would be misconstrued.
It would be perceived not as an act of redemption but rather as a peculiar affliction, a malady afflicting their perception.
In the midst of the perplexed and intricate gazes of Konoha's ninjas, Carnes discerned the weight of the situation and decided to let the events unfold without clarification.
In the intricate web of emotions, Carnes nonchalantly resumed his task, injecting a lively energy into his actions, allowing the unfolding drama to shape the narrative.
The complexity of the situation only fueled his determination to navigate through this situation with finesse.
On the chaotic battlefield, the atmosphere had grown dire, casting a shadow of pessimism over everyone on the scene.
Naruto found himself in a perilous predicament, with the threat still looming large.
The peril that Naruto faced was far from over, and the Deva Path remained a formidable adversary.
Despite Hinata's attempt at a sneak attack, it had failed to inflict any damage and the Deva Path remained unscathed.
Now, a head-on confrontation between the two was inevitable.
As they stood face to face, the vast discrepancy in power was painfully evident.
A glance at the power dynamics on the battlefield revealed a stark contrast between Hinata and the Deva Path.
In every aspect—be it ninjutsu, taijutsu, Dōjutsu, combat intelligence, and overall strength—Hinata found herself significantly outmatched by the formidable opponent.
It seemed as though the hexagram of fate had been cast, with the six aspects of Deva Path overpowering every facet of Hinata's capabilities.
They would effortlessly envelop Hinata's every move.
The overwhelming strength gap between them was palpable, and it seemed as though every angle, every possibility, favored the Deva Path.
Naruto's eyes remained fixed on the slender figure standing resolutely before him.
His voice rang out, a mix of concern and urgency.
He couldn't help but shout a desperate warning.
"Hinata, stay back! It's too dangerous; you need to get away! You're no match for this guy!"
Naruto's assessment was undeniably accurate, and his concerns were too valid.
The combat prowess of the Deva Path bordered on the unparalleled heights; its Rinnegan-bestowed abilities capable of countering the majority of ninjutsu.
It was powerful enough to challenge the majority of ninja present there.
In a direct confrontation, only a handful from Konoha Village could offer any resistance, and Hinata wasn't among them.
Though her strength on the battlefield right now might be considered modest at best, in this critical moment, a newfound determination radiated from her.
She was unwavering in her determination to protect Naruto.
Despite her delicate frame, Hinata's resolve added a touch of majesty to her presence.
Unyielding, she declared, "This is my own decision!"
Her words cutting through the tension.
Naruto, bewildered by her actions, questioned her decision.
"What were you thinking? Why would you come to such a dangerous place?"
Yet, Hinata, typically introverted and gentle, displayed an unprecedented firmness, her actions speaking louder than any words.
Every interaction, every shared moment from childhood to adulthood she had with Naruto, replayed vividly in her mind.
And that contagious smile of his was etched into her memory.
The ones that had brought joy even in her own life were in her peacefully kept in her heart.
The warmth of that smile reflected on Hinata's face as she spoke with determination.
"I am standing here by my own will. This time, Naruto, I will stand by you, I won't run!
There was a time when all I knew was how to cry, and I contemplated giving up.
I teetered on the edge of losing my way countless times. But it was you, Naruto, who guided me back onto the right path."
Her voice resonated with conviction.
"I've always pursued you, Naruto. I wanted to catch up, to walk alongside you, to always be by your side."
"Naruto, you changed me. Your smile saved me.
So, even if I must face death here, I won't hesitate to lay down my life here to protect you—because I love you the most, Naruto."
Despite not being Hinata's first time confessing her feelings for Naruto.
While Hinata had previously hinted at her feelings for Naruto, this was the first time she spoke so openly.
The clarity and determination in her words were unprecedented right now.
Chasing Naruto had become her life's pursuit.
It was a declaration that would have seemed almost unimaginable for the introverted Hinata of the past.
Naruto, who was pinned to the ground, was stunned.
He couldn't never fathom becoming a significant figure in others' hearts.
The revelation that this seemingly delicate woman before him openly admitted to liking him caught him off guard.
He never expected the soft and seemingly weak Hinata to boldly declare her affection for him.
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