Everyone present looked at his appearance, then at Black Zetsu sitting on the other side, their faces blank with confusion.
Another Black Zetsu?
Right, Uchiha Kagami had shared some information before disappearing.
He had said there were two Black Zetsus. One was powerful and loved fighting, but usually slept underground; the other was weaker, but enjoyed scheming against people.
But he had also said there was some conflict between the two Black Zetsus, and they did not get along.
Now, it seemed the two Black Zetsus had actually joined forces?
That made sense. The Rinnegan was precisely what Black Zetsu wanted, but in that case...
Our lives are in serious danger!
They could not handle the strong fighter alone. Add another who excelled at strategy, and who could possibly cope?
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Tsunade beside him, her hands glowing a soft green as she gave Hatake Sakumo emergency treatment, and felt the pressure mount.
Can I bring them back safely?
He gritted his teeth and tightened his grip on his weapon, ready to fight for his life.
I really hope the Reaper Death Seal works on these two. Otherwise, I'm truly out of options.
He took a deep breath, planning his next move, and tilted his head up slightly.
The rain seems to have eased quite a bit...
Huh? Wait, isn't something wrong with these trees?
There seem to be a lot more than before.
"[Wood Release: Deep Forest Emergence]"
An extraordinarily familiar voice rang out. The trees beside him grew rapidly, and Hiruzen Sarutobi snapped his head up.
That voice... could it be?!
The newcomer rode a ferocious Wood Dragon, clad in crimson battle armor. His black hair streamed in the wind, and faint cracks marked his face.
"Hey, Monkey!"
Hashirama Senju greeted him warmly, then leaped off