When the wounded were brought to Konoha First People's Hospital, the remaining conscious ninja reported the situation on the battlefield to Tsunade.
Tsunade could only offer words of comfort and administer medicine to suppress Ibuse's venom, temporarily preserving the wounded men's lives.
She then took blood samples containing the venom to the laboratory for research.
But Ibuse's poison was hardly so simple. Even Hanzō himself could be poisoned by its toxic mist.
Tsunade needed a great deal of time to develop an antidote. For now, she could only rely on other medicines to keep these ninja alive.
To prevent their injuries from worsening.
While Tsunade was run ragged, the Hatake Clan remained peaceful.
News of the defeat had not yet spread.
Kawafune, Sakumo, and Might Duy were drinking tea together.
Nayuki sat nearby, holding Kakashi as she listened in.
Ghost Mastiff was still a dutiful father, teaching White Cub how to get along with humans.
Nawaki and Minato were also enjoying a rare break, happily playing with the two dogs.
No matter how strong they were, at their age, they still possessed the innocence and liveliness of children.
"We'll be setting out tomorrow."
Sakumo took a sip of tea. He was speaking to Nayuki.
"I've already packed your things."
Nayuki lowered her head to look at Kakashi. In the days ahead, only you will be keeping Mom company.
"I wonder whether the fighting has started on the front lines yet."
Kawafune was still speculating about the situation at the front, unaware that Orochimaru's patience had run out and that he had already suffered a crushing defeat.
"Maybe they've already reached the heart of the Land of Rain."
Might Duy maintained his optimistic attitude, a smile still on his face as he spoke.
The previous war had made him underestimate the