"Rumble!"
A bolt of lightning suddenly boomed across the sky, its dazzling light illuminating the astonished faces of a group of Konoha Ninja.
"Wha... what?"
A Konoha Ninja named Tatsu stared at Sosuke in shock and stammered.
"Captain Sosuke! You mean... you've confirmed that Hanzo is dead?"
Clearly, his question voiced what the group of Konoha Ninja behind him were all thinking. They waited expectantly for Sosuke's answer.
At Tatsu's words, Sosuke gave a slight nod and replied quietly.
"Yes. During my time in Amegakure, I finally found some clues and confirmed Hanzo's death."
As he spoke, a flash of keen insight passed through his eyes. He continued in a low voice.
"If my deduction is correct, his remains should be in the Mist-Obscured Forest in the Land of Rain."
Tatsu was surprised to hear this, but he couldn't help believing Sosuke.
After all, this was the man known as the "Child of Konoha."
On the battlefield against the Rock Ninja, he had once single-handedly held back their massive offensive!
Ordinary ninja might not have access to such detailed intelligence, but Tatsu was a trusted member of the Anbu, and Sarutobi had granted him access to this kind of information.
The many accounts of Sosuke's strength had left even him deeply shaken!
Judging by his appearance alone, it was hard to believe that this refined young man possessed such terrifying strength!
After a brief pause, Tatsu nodded, his gaze sharp as he spoke.
"I have complete faith in what you're telling me, Sosuke. But could you tell me how you got this information?"
At his question, Sosuke feigned surprise, then replied coldly.
"I took advantage of my friendship with Kinnara to get my hands on an S-rank intelligence report from the Rain Ninja's office."
Seeing Sosuke's expression, Tatsu realized he