Shukaku the Grudge-Holder (1)

Beside him, Kugi was also panting heavily, slumped on the ground, unable to regain his composure for a long time.

The others nearby heard his words, and thinking back to the aura they had felt when facing Aizen, they all shared the same thought.

With Konoha facing such an enemy... could they really escape the predicament of this night?

No one knew the answer to that question.

As it stood, the most fortunate thing seemed to be that Sosuke did not appear to care about them, and they were lucky enough not to have acted rashly.

Otherwise, it was likely that none of their party would have been spared.

In the distance, Aizen and his group, having gradually moved away from the scene, continued walking toward Konoha.

At this moment, Aizen spoke in a soft voice.

"Minato, go to the Hyuga Clan's settlement and find that child, Zongji. I presume he has already completed his task."

As he said this, a sharp glint flashed in Aizen's eyes, and he continued.

"I do not wish for them to be buried along with the rest in the coming war."

Hearing Aizen's words, Minato nodded respectfully. A hint of softness flashed in his pale pupils as if he had thought of something, and he said softly.

"Thank you for your grace, Lord Aizen."

Aizen smiled slightly and waved his hand gently, and Minato's figure vanished from the spot instantly.

After all... no one wishes to be alone in this world, do they?

After Minato left, Aizen looked toward Konoha, which was now within arm's reach. His eyes flickered, a complex emotion buried deep within them before finally settling into silence.

"Let us go."

As the calm words fell, the group slowly stepped into Konoha.

Konoha.

"BOOM--"

A violent collision echoed through Konoha