As Hiruzen Sarutobi was filled with anxiety, Uchiha Yato finally broke the silence and slowly said, "Lord Third Hokage, you have always been the pillar of our village, shouldering countless responsibilities and pressures."
"That is precisely why, at a critical moment like this, you should step forward and help ease the village's burdens!"
He paused, then continued, "For now, I will personally remain stationed in the Hokage Building to ensure the stability and safety of the rear."
"As for what comes next, I hope Lord Third Hokage can lead a team of sealing squad members you know well and who possess ample experience to the designated location and set up an ambush in advance."
"With your wisdom and strength, I am certain you will successfully complete this mission."
What Uchiha Yato said happened to align perfectly with Hiruzen Sarutobi's own thoughts.
Hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi stared at Uchiha Yato before him. A barely perceptible smile appeared on his face, but it quickly returned to a solemn expression.
He gently shook his head and sighed helplessly. "Sigh, I knew it. You little brat are always trying to make this old bag of bones work."
"But fine. Since you've put it that way, this old bag of bones will go out and stretch a little more. It'll be good to loosen up." With that, he turned around and began preparing the personnel and equipment needed for the operation.
Hiruzen Sarutobi's words left Uchiha Yato utterly bewildered.
What?
By all rights, shouldn't Hiruzen Sarutobi have bargained a little before heading out?
Why had he obediently accepted the mission and left right away this time?
Uchiha Yato could not figure it out no matter how much he thought about it. He had wanted to use this opportunity to bicker with Hiruzen Sarutobi a little