Naruto leaves the training hall but is stopped by shinobi guards. Aburame Shibi insists Naruto go back. Iruka arrives and attempts to fool Naruto. However, Naruto doesn't believe Iruka, and manages to leave the cave using his Sage Mode. Naruto is restrained via a shadow jutsu and Iruka continues to convince Naruto. Iruka gives Naruto's headband and attempts to restrain Naruto, but Naruto overpowers the group and leaves. Naruto finds a letter from Iruka in his headband, telling him to come back alive. Iruka asks Bee to protect him. Bee follows Naruto and they destroy the invisible blockade created by the Barrier Corps.