Shisui was surprised by Tetsuya's refusal, his eyes filled with confusion.
Izuna, on the other hand, wore an expression that said he had known this would happen all along. Tobirama wasn't particularly surprised either. He had long since grown used to Tetsuya's unconventional way of thinking.
"Why, Mr. Chiba? I know you want to unite the entire Shinobi World. Isn't this a perfect opportunity to take Konoha?"
Shisui tried to persuade Tetsuya again, but Tetsuya still shook his head.
"You're being too naive, kid. Do you think what's happening today is as simple as what you see on the surface? Do you think the leaders of ANBU and Root are the only ones with plans here?"
"Aren't they?"
"Of course not. The situation is far more complicated than you think."
Tetsuya closed his eyes. When he opened them again, the distinctive markings of Sage Mode had appeared on his face.
"He's here. Our other leading man has arrived."
"The other one's here too?"
At Tetsuya's words, Izuna's voice instantly turned icy.
Tetsuya had already told Izuna and Tobirama about today's events. Aside from the ever-so-filial Uchiha Itachi, another murderous bastard would be making his move.
"That's right. And barring any surprises, he'll strike first."
"In that case, let's head over there first."
"You go. But even you will probably have a hard time keeping him here."
"Hmph. I'll bring his head back to you."
"I look forward to the good news."
Before Tetsuya had even finished speaking, Izuna had already left using the Flying Thunder God Technique.
"My, my. Someone's impatient. Whatever happened to not caring about the Uchiha Clan of this era?"
Seeing Izuna in such a hurry, Tetsuya couldn't help shrugging and making a wry remark.
"Mr. Chiba, where is Izuna going?"
Tetsuya answered with a smile.
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