Quote Originally Posted by Uberbaka
Since when does 1 chapter have to equal a set amount of time? I'm sorry, but that's just silly considering the series contains a time leap and several places where things are fast forwarded/played out "real time"

Not everything has be to exactly "Meanwhile" and played out "24" style.
So explain to us, where's Pain? Not only does Konoha have the body that Jiraiya killed, but they spent time deciphering the code, then sent Naruto to train for numerous days.