Atone with your life!
In the past, who would have dared say such a thing to the Third Hokage, the Shinobi Hero?
But now, Uchiha Sora's words left everyone present silent.
After all, Uchiha Sora was now the leader of Kusagakure, a powerhouse who had defeated the Land of Earth's forces.
"Forget it, Sora. In that case, let's pretend we never brought up working together," Tsunade said.
There was absolutely no way she could stand by and watch her teacher die.
Uchiha Sora waved a hand. "Then there's nothing left for me to do here. I'll be going."
With that, his figure flickered, and he vanished before their eyes.
Everyone watched Uchiha Sora leave, then exchanged helpless glances.
After a long silence, the Third Hokage let out a deep sigh.
By then, regret had already taken root in his heart.
He regretted indulging Danzo so much, and regretted even more that he had allowed Danzo to target Shisui.
Otherwise, Konoha would never have ended up in its current predicament.
When Uchiha Sora appeared again, he was beside Yugao, who was on her way home.
"Sora, how did your talk with Lord Hokage go?" Yugao asked when she saw him appear.
Uchiha Sora smiled and shook his head.
Yugao gently took his hand. "Sora, whatever you decide, I'll support you," she said softly.
They strolled through the night, only stopping when they reached the foot of Yugao's building.
Yugao looked at Uchiha Sora, her face slightly flushed. "My parents aren't home today. Why don't you stay at my place tonight?"
Uchiha Sora froze, an odd expression crossing his face.
Certain thoughts seemed to have occurred to him, and the way he looked at Yugao grew strange as well.
Noticing his gaze, Yugao flushed even more. Flustered and embarrassed, she stamped her