"When trouble comes, don't act tough. Learn to treat your opponents cautiously, or you'll end up getting burned."
Muzan instinctively wanted to reach out and ruffle Kakashi's hair, only to realize that Kakashi was no longer a child.
His hand, hovering in the air, withdrew somewhat awkwardly.
Even without Muzan by his side, Kakashi was a qualified ninja. Under Minato Namikaze's leadership, they had completed numerous missions.
This was completely different from Orochimaru's hands-off approach. With a teacher to guide them, they had grown quickly.
"Anyway, stay safe on the battlefield."
"Mm."
Not long after, two people emerged from the Hatake Household. Minato Namikaze no longer looked as carefree as before; judging by his expression, he had probably been given a stern lecture.
"Let's rest for a bit. Muzan probably still has medical work to deal with."
Minato Namikaze casually found an excuse, grabbed Muzan and Kakashi, and hurried away from the scene.
Leaving Kushina behind, waving her fists where she stood.
But after they left, a squad of Anbu ninja appeared beside Kushina. Ignoring her stunned expression, they quickly followed after Muzan.
The Hokage's orders had already been issued. Without interfering with Muzan's actions, they were to ensure his safety.
At the same time, Muzan, who had just left, suddenly turned to look at the empty street.
He sensed the aura of a Man-Eating Demon there!
There was only one Man-Eating Demon in all of Konoha: Shanye Song, whom he had transformed himself.
"I didn't expect Danzo to be unable to resist making a move after all. But unfortunately, the person you chose is one of mine!"
Most of the ninja making up Root were actually Anbu, and being selected was the result of Danzo pulling strings behind the scenes. And that old schemer Danzo certainly would not make