Karin had dealt with many Mangekyō Uchiha, so she knew exactly what a normal Mangekyō Uchiha's physical condition was like.
Although Itachi's Dojutsu was inferior to Shinji's and the nameless one's, it was at least superior to Sasuke's.
But the Itachi before her was young, and should have been at the peak of his vitality. Yet he gave her the impression that his life force was waning. That was clearly abnormal.
Itachi first glanced at the White Zetsu Clone that "B" had thrown over, then warily looked at "B" across from him.
He didn't understand how "B" had figured out that he had Bloodline Disease.
Karin had neither the desire nor the obligation to explain, so she simply followed Shinji's instructions and said coolly, "The Yang Release Chakra in First Hokage cells is too violent. With your current physical condition, even though you possess high levels of Yin Release Chakra, I'm afraid it'll be difficult to achieve a balance between Yin and Yang."
Itachi's expression darkened.
He knew his own condition, and he'd tried to treat it, but with little success. Recently, his illness had been worsening rapidly.
Just as Itachi had given up hope, Karin abruptly changed the subject. "The cellular tissue in this White Zetsu Clone is equivalent to diluted First Hokage cells. You can try fusing with it. The results won't be as good as fusing with actual First Hokage cells, but it'll be easier."
Itachi was taken aback. "What?"
The White Zetsu Clone on the ground was also stunned.
"That's all I have to say!"
Karin said no more and turned to leave.
Itachi couldn't help asking, "Why are you telling me this? What exactly is your goal?"
Karin stopped and spoke as Shinji had instructed her to. "We need fighting power, but Uchiha Sasuke's strength