Tsukimi frowned after listening to Yūto's information about Madara Uchiha's reappearance, especially when it came to Akatsuki.
She immediately asked, "Then what are you going to do? Go directly to find that spot? This is too dangerous!"
Yūto did not answer immediately. After thinking for a moment, he replied, "Since Madara took the initiative to contact Akatsuki, it means that he has a strong plot against Akatsuki. To find out Madara's true identity and purpose, Akatsuki is likely to be a breakthrough. We can't just hang around in the periphery, we have to find a way to directly contact Akatsuki itself."
"Contact Akatsuki?"
Tsukimi stood up without hesitation, "Then I'll go with you! I'm more familiar with Land of Rain than you are, so I can avoid unnecessary trouble. And..."
Her eyes were fixed on Yūto, "Having me by your side will at least provide you with an extra layer of protection."
Seeing Tsukimi's anxious look, Yūto couldn't help but laugh, "What are you thinking about? I didn't intend to leave you alone and go into the dragon's pond and tiger's den. Having a reliable partner like Tsukimi-chan as a guide and guard is a blessing that I can only dream of."
Tsukimi's cheeks turned slightly red as he spoke, but the worry in his eyes did not completely dissipate, "Then let's set off as soon as possible. Land of Rain The situation is too complicated, and the nights are long and the dreams are many."
"Okay, let's go." Yūto stood up without further delay.
The two simply tidied up, adjusted themselves, put on waterproof cloaks, and pushed out the door.
At the same time, deep within Root Headquarters in Akatsuki.
Yahiko folded his arms and leaned against a stone pillar.
His heart was far less calm than on the surface. Ever since the masked man who called himself Madara Uchiha appeared and came into contact with Nagato, Nagato's state was obviously not right.
In the past, although Nagato was taciturn, at least he was focused.
But now, he often stays alone in Root Headquarters, inexplicably silent.
Yahiko waited patiently for a few days, hoping that Nagato would take the initiative to speak.
However, the situation has not improved at all, but is getting worse.
He couldn't wait any longer.
He took steps towards the corner where Nagato usually stayed alone.
"Nagato." Yahiko came closer and called softly.
Nagato seemed to wake up and slowly turned his head, "Yahiko, is something okay?"
"I just want to ask, you have been uneasy lately, what are you thinking about?"
Nagato subconsciously avoided Yahiko's gaze and lowered his head slightly, "It's nothing. There are many obstacles to peace. I'm just thinking about the future direction. You know, I've always been like this."
"Nagato." Yahiko's voice deepened, with a hint of pain, "Look into my eyes and speak, you never lie to me. Tell me the truth, was it what Madara said to you that made you shaken?"
Yahiko's words accurately touched the thoughts in Nagato's mind.
Nagato's body stiffened, but he stubbornly remained silent.
The silent answer couldn't be clearer.
Yahiko's heart sank a little bit, and he felt more and more uneasy. He took a deep breath and was about to continue asking...
"Chief!"
A young member of Akatsuki ran over in a hurry and broke the confrontation between the two.
He obviously didn't notice the tense atmosphere in the corner and reported quickly, "Root Headquarters Two people came to the door and said they wanted to visit you, the leader."
Yahiko looked away from Nagato in an instant, and the worry and questioning in his eyes were suppressed.
As the leader of the organization, he has the responsibility to handle all external affairs, especially at this sensitive time.
He quickly collected his emotions and regained his composure. "Who is it?"
"A young man with dark hair wearing a black coat, carrying a knife, and a young woman. They called themselves..."
Guard hesitated for a moment, seemed to be organizing his words, and finally said truthfully, "I claim to be from Konoha, which is Uchiha Yūto and Uchiha Tsukimi."
"Konoha? Uchiha?"
"I understand."
In the long pain of Land of Rain's war, the figure of Konoha Ninja is engraved in the memory of all survivors like a nightmare, including Yahiko and his companions.
When Yahiko walked to the gate of Root Headquarters, several Akatsuki Guard at the door had already held down the weapons on their waists and stared at Yūto and Tsukimi warily.
Yūto is not surprised by this. Konoha Ninja once sent Land of Rain people to see Sage of Six Paths in this land.
Now that he, as Konoha Ninja, has stepped into the home that others have finally built, how can he expect the other party to welcome him with a smile?
This cold reaction is the norm.
"It's raining heavily outside, would you like us to come in and sit down?"
Yūto broke the silence with a calm tone, as if he was making a normal request.
Yahiko took a deep breath and nodded, "Follow me."
He turned around and signaled Guard to relax, and then silently led Yūto and Tsukimi into Root Headquarters.
Walking into Root Headquarters, Yūto's eyes quickly swept around.
This is a relatively hidden underground facility. Although it appears simple and even crude, the necessary functional areas are clearly divided, the atmosphere of life is still there, and some simple but solid defenses are vaguely visible.
"You Akatsuki," Yūto said as he walked, "You still look presentable."
When Yahiko heard the comments, he seemed to remember his own beliefs and efforts, and couldn't help but show a hint of pride on his face. "Our goal is to end the war and establish peace in this land full of pain."
His tone was solemn, "Akatsuki will fight to the end for this ideal."
"Peace..." Yūto repeated softly, nodded, but then changed the topic and teased, "Sounds very good. When Konoha opens a kindergarten in the future, I will specially invite you to be a teacher."