"Master, I'll make him pay for what he's done!" Naruto said through gritted teeth, his eyes practically spitting fire.
Konan's eyes were likewise filled with anger, her gaze brimming with unwavering resolve.
"I have to find him as soon as possible. The Rinnegan is the Akatsuki Organization's power, and Nagato's body... I must take it back."
Jiraiya was deeply conflicted. He did not know whether to tell Konan about Madara Uchiha's plan—that those eyes had actually belonged to Madara Uchiha.
Left with no choice, Jiraiya changed the subject and hurriedly reminded everyone, "The war isn't over yet. We don't know what's happened to the others in Twilight Squad."
Naruto suddenly slapped his forehead, finally remembering. "Let's go. We need to stop Hyuga Kei first."
"No need. I'm already here." Hyuga Kei, Shikamaru, and the two Hyuga sisters slowly entered the paper tree.
In an instant, Naruto and Jiraiya both assumed guarded stances, as though ready to strike at any moment.
Shikamaru hurried forward and anxiously explained things to them, afraid that he might anger Hyuga Kei and make him change his mind.
Shikamaru quickly stepped between Naruto and Hyuga Kei. "Hyuga Kei has already agreed to give the ninja world a chance—to try creating a brand-new world through peaceful means. So we are no longer enemies, but comrades fighting side by side."
Seeing Hyuga Kei finally let go of his hatred, Naruto was filled with joy. He strode forward, heavily patted Hyuga Kei on the shoulder, and grinned. "Brother Kishu, from now on, let's strive for peace together!"
Hyuga Kei nodded slightly, but there was little fighting spirit in his eyes. Clearly, he still could not fully trust the Five Great Nations.
At that moment, Jiraiya also let out a long breath of relief and said thankfully, "It's truly great