"Thank you."
Tsubasa Inuzuka, his expression hidden beneath his mask, silently accepted Momonosuke's body after offering his thanks.
The poor ninja dog's neck had nearly been torn completely through. He had to cradle him with utmost care to preserve the body as intact as possible.
The silent Yao Sakurajima reached out, took out medical tools, and briefly stitched Momonosuke up to prevent any accidents during the journey.
"Thank you."
It was as if Tsubasa Inuzuka could now say nothing but those words.
The remaining six ANBU fell silent. Shisui was still unconscious. Awakening the Mangekyo Sharingan at ten years old had not come without a burden on his body, especially after he had used Kotoamatsukami.
Yuzuru Hyuga carried him on his back. Uchiha Shisui was only a head taller than him, so carrying him was fairly convenient.
They left the heartbreaking border of the Land of Hot Water behind and followed the safe route through the Land of Fire back to Konoha.
It was not until the village's outline appeared in the dusky light of sunset that Tsubasa Inuzuka spoke hoarsely. "I want to go home first. Is that alright?"
According to ANBU procedure, they needed to report on the mission first. Only if they had no further assignments could they return home to rest.
Uchiha Shisui was still on Yuzuru Hyuga's back. Over the past few days, he had drifted constantly between waking and dreaming, and his mental state remained poor. It was unknown whether that was because of the Mangekyo Sharingan or because of Deer and Daisy's sacrifice.
He jumped down from Yuzuru Hyuga's back and forcibly roused his spirits.
"Alright. You all go home. I'll report the mission details to the Third."
Uchiha Shisui's voice was calm, and sorrow no longer showed on his face. He seemed