Naruto nodded firmly, his expression grave. He had already taken the matter to heart.
"That's right."
"Both Isshiki and Hara are terrifying beings far beyond what the Shinobi World can withstand."
"If they're still alive and hiding in the shadows, they represent a massive crisis that could erupt at any moment for the entire Shinobi World. We absolutely cannot let our guard down."
Just as the atmosphere grew unbearably tense and everyone bristled with vigilance, Sasuke's eyes suddenly flashed. His sharp gaze fixed on Lucci as he seized upon the crucial inconsistency.
"Your Lord Imu has an immortal body, correct?"
At those words, Lucci instinctively raised his head. Pride and arrogance flashed in his eyes, and he nodded without hesitation.
"That's right! Lord Imu transcends life and death. He is a supreme being who truly lives forever!"
As a high-ranking member of the Celestial Dragons, he was utterly certain of that.
But the next second, Sasuke's lips curved into a cold sneer. His words cut straight to the heart of the matter, instantly stripping away every pretense.
"If he's immortal..."
"Then why is he so afraid of Isshiki and Hara?"
"Why is he so terrified that he's stayed hidden for a thousand years, constantly guarding against their pursuit?"
"I'm afraid there's only one possible truth-"
"The power of the Otsutsuki can kill Imu outright, immortal body or not!"
Boom!
Those words exploded through the office like a thunderclap!
The air instantly froze. The atmosphere turned bitterly cold, so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.
The arrogance and pride on Lucci's face froze instantly. His expression visibly darkened, becoming utterly grim.
He clenched his teeth, his eyes filled with shock and apprehension, unable to utter a single word.
No explanation, no defense, and no corroboration were needed.
With that single