He Sold Obito Out at the Drop of a Hat

Inside the cave where the Phantasm Body Technique was being used.

Obito, his Sharingan glowing blood-red, was assigning missions to Kakuzu and Sasori.

"This joint Chunin Exams between Sunagakure and Konoha is an excellent opportunity."

"We just received intelligence that the Seven-Tails Jinchuriki from Takigakure has also gone to Sunagakure."

"This time, Kakuzu, you and Sasori will form a team. Your job is to first create chaos at the exam venue, then capture the Two Jinchuriki. Gaara is the priority."

"If you successfully capture Gaara, I'll give Kakuzu one hundred million. Sasori, you'll also be able to resurrect your parents."

At the mention of money, Kakuzu's entire image began trembling like static. It was easy to imagine just how excited he was.

"No problem. I guarantee I'll bring Gaara to you."

Sasori calmly asked, "How many puppets will we be using this time?"

Obito considered it briefly. "I'll have Tobi deliver the scroll to you later. Use them as you see fit. Make sure you take down Gaara."

"I understand," Sasori said in a muffled voice.

With that, Kakuzu and Sasori both disconnected from the Phantasm Body Technique.

Obito was in an extremely excited state of mind.

But he forced himself to calm down and began contacting Muku through the Phantasm Body Technique.

Near Sunagakure.

Kakuzu and Sasori both opened their eyes and exchanged a glance.

They both felt that something was off about Obito.

Was he planning to directly abduct the new Kazekage and make a move on the Seven-Tails Jinchuriki?

Though they had only received that information, there was plenty implied beneath it.

"Kakuzu, what do you think?"

Sasori and Kakuzu were approaching a supply point near Sunagakure.

Not long ago, Sasori had finally reunited with his parents.

His whole demeanor had undergone an enormous change. It