The Medical Ninjas finally stopped what they were doing. Wiping the sweat from their foreheads, they said to the white-haired elder and Kakashi, "Elder, Lord Kakashi, we've done everything we could. His injuries have stabilized, and the poison has been contained. As long as he recuperates properly, he should wake up."
Yuhi Shinku's heart leaped with joy. He hurried forward and asked, "Really? He can really wake up?"
The Medical Ninja nodded. "Don't worry. His vitality is very strong. As long as nothing unexpected happens, he should wake up.
However, after he wakes up, he'll need to rest properly. He can't engage in any more intense battles."
"Good! Good!"
Yuhi Shinku nodded vigorously, his eyes brimming with joy. "As long as he wakes up, I'm willing to do anything! I'll stay by his side and take care of him until he fully recovers."
Kakashi looked at Yuhi Shinku, a trace of relief flashing through his eyes. "Shinku, you've worked hard.
I'll have to trouble you to take good care of Aoba during this time.
As for Konoha, I'll go back and explain things so they won't worry."
"Okay, Teacher Kakashi."
Yuhi Shinku nodded. "Thank you."
The white-haired elder looked at Kawaki Aoba, his eyes filled with admiration. "That child Kawaki is truly a hero.
Once he wakes up, we of Sunagakure will reward him well and properly thank him."
Kakashi nodded. "Of course.
He has given too much for Sunagakure and for this world.
Elder, I'll be leaving first. If anything happens, remember to notify me immediately."
"Alright! Lord Kakashi, take care."
The white-haired elder nodded.
Kakashi turned to his attendants and the Medical Ninjas behind him. "Let's go."
With that, he led the group away, gradually disappearing into the desert.
Looking at Kawaki Aoba, the white-haired elder said, "Child,