The masked man holding Rock Lee wore black, while the masked man who appeared later wore gray.
The moment the gray-masked man appeared, Kakashi and the others immediately grew tense.
The fact that this man in the gray mask dared to appear before them without fear showed that he must possess strength that left him unafraid of Kakashi!
"Captain, I'm truly sorry... you know..."
The black-clad masked man, known as Number Two, changed his voice when he saw the gray-masked man. Though his expression could not be seen, his fear was obvious from his voice.
"Do you know that you are carrying out a mission? I originally intended for you to kill this woman and temper your mind, but I never expected you to disappoint me so badly!"
The gray-masked man spoke in an icy tone. After speaking, he looked at Kakashi. Seeing Kakashi's expression, he could not help but shake his head slightly.
"This matter has already been exposed. This woman should not have been killed first. She should have been taken away, and the leader's opinion should have been sought."
"Yes!"
Knowing he had made a grave mistake, the black-clad masked man was terrified and immediately answered, "Yes." Then, he vanished from the spot with Rock Lee.
"Don't even think about running!"
The moment Kakashi saw the black-clad masked man seize Rock Lee, he flew into a rage. He lightly lifted his forehead protector, revealing a bloodshot three-tomoe Sharingan!
"Hehe, sorry. Although I know... that woman is our mission target. We can't let you find her, so you'll have to stay here."
The gray-masked man said with a laugh. Then he raised a hand toward the sky, and amid a burst of golden powder, vanished from the spot.
Kakashi frowned slightly and lifted his foot to give chase.