"Sensei, my Akamaru isn't just some dog. He's the King of Beasts, and he can keep getting stronger!
The King of Beasts, Miss Kurenai!"
Kurenai Yuhi covered her forehead, as though forcing herself to accept some revelation.
"So... is this how the world is supposed to be?"
Xuanhui... what on earth have you done to my students?
Meanwhile, Xuanhui and Pakura had already set out for the Hidden Mist Village.
"If you see Karatachi Yagura and you're still angry, just give him a beating."
"I won't be. I've done everything I needed to do. There's no point pursuing those matters any further."
Pakura turned and smiled at Xuanhui.
"After all, I can't cause trouble for you!"
"Good girl..."
While the two chatted and laughed, far away in Amegakure, the Akatsuki had made a move.
Itachi, Kisame, Sasori, and Kakuzu had already packed their bags.
Nagato handed Kakuzu a Ninja Profile.
"This is the last person he mentioned. Find him and persuade him to join."
Kakuzu took it and gave it a quick scan.
"So he's a missing-nin from Iwagakure!"
Sasori leaned closer as well, pointing at the age field.
"He's only twelve? That young?"
Nagato nodded.
"Yes. Being young makes him worth nurturing.
Don't let his age fool you. Over the past year, he's been involved in almost all the terrorist bombings in the neighboring countries around Iwagakure."
"So he's a kid who loves explosions! Impressive!"
Kisame clicked his tongue, already beginning to look forward to meeting the boy.
"Let's talk after we meet him. My art is still waiting for me to continue my research."
Sasori had already turned around, beckoning the others to leave with him.
Kakuzu exchanged a glance with Nagato, then turned and left as well.
The four headed toward the outskirts of Iwagakure, making for