After a moment of reflection, Kitsuchi said, "In any case, we shouldn't clash with them right now. We also need their help to reach the innermost level and find out exactly what they're looking for."
Kurotsuchi replied, "Dad, I don't think we're likely to get what they want even if we reach the lowest level."
Kitsuchi nodded. "I know what you're thinking. I don't have much hope for our mission either, but since we're here, we can't leave empty-handed. Gathering as much useful intelligence as possible is important. That's why I agreed to cooperate with them. Besides, going in with that little girl with the White Eye will help you gather information. She seems quite innocent."
Kurotsuchi replied, "Got it. Don't worry, Dad. I know what to do. If there's nothing else, I'll go get some rest. I'll have to fight for my life later." With that, she left the room and found an empty one to rest in.
While Naruto, Kitsuchi, and the others rested and prepared to pass through the Dragon's defensive zone to reach the lowest level, Sasuke had already entered the Forest. Walking among the towering trees, Suigetsu said, "This place is weird everywhere you look. First there were flowers that could drive people mad, then those terrifying Poison Bees that sucked people's blood. Now even the trees are enormous. I'm honestly afraid they'll start moving. Seriously, can't anything here be a little more normal?"
Tayuya snapped, "Would you stop complaining? You've been going on and on this whole trip. Aren't you sick of it? Because I sure am."
Suigetsu grinned. "What, I'm not even allowed to complain a little? Honestly, I can't tell whether you're a woman or a machine. You have no feelings at all, and you're so nasty. Keep acting like that, and