In the air.
Obito looked down at the densely packed crowd in the streets of Konoha, a hint of pride barely perceptible in his cold gaze.
"I'm back!"
He murmured the words, as if speaking only to himself.
Scenes from the past flashed before his eyes like a revolving lantern. His days at the Ninja Academy as a child felt as if they had happened only yesterday.
"Huh?"
Obito suddenly noticed Kakashi among the villagers in the street, looking up at him.
"Kakashi."
Seeing the solemn expression on Kakashi's face made the past feel more vivid than ever. Obito remembered how they had gone on missions together, trained together, and bickered together, all the way up to Kannabi Bridge—the mission that changed the fates of all three of them!
"Ninja shouldn't exist. As long as they do, war will never end!" Recalling that lovely face, Obito felt a pang of anguish. "The fact that I've gained this supreme power proves that my path is the right one. Even the heavens are protecting me! The Infinite Tsukuyomi is the true destiny of the Shinobi World. Only in the world of the Infinite Tsukuyomi can people enjoy lasting peace and tranquility! Rin, please wait just a little longer. Soon, I'll create a world where you're with me!"
Once his resolve was firm, all traces of nostalgia and pride vanished from Obito's eyes, leaving only coldness.
With a Body Flicker, Obito landed in front of Kakashi.
Kakashi was caught off guard, but his hands were quick. The Chidori in his right hand shot toward Obito.
Smack.
Obito casually swatted it aside, dispersing Kakashi's Chidori.
"What?!"
Kakashi froze.
At the same time, Kurenai and Asuma began forming Hand Seals beside him.
"Demonic Illusion: Tree Binding Death!"
"Fire Release: Great Ash Pile Burning!"
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