Chapter 303: Deep Forest Emergence
The light breeze brushed across the open field as Arthur and Kaito appeared, having successfully teleported to a secluded area far from the Rain Village.
In that expansive space, the clouds hung low and were laden with rain that seemed ready to burst at any moment. However, what drew the eye most was Arthur—now transformed into John Belfort.
"There's always a chance we can take them down," Kaito suggested as he scanned the area.
Before Arthur could respond, the ground shifted beneath them, and Zetsu erupted from the earth.
"Hiding your form again, Arthur?" White Zetsu teased. There was a clear sign of mistrust in its voice. "You know I can see right through you."
In truth, Zetsu was merely sizing Arthur up, of which both were clearly aware.
Arthur simply glanced at Kaito before gesturing toward him and saying, "As I promised, Kaito will join the Akatsuki..."
Zetsu regarded Kaito skeptically as he scrutinized the newcomer. Then Black Zetsu asked, "There are tons of impostors out there, so how do we know this is the real Kaito?"
Kaito took a step forward and raised his hand. In an instant, chains of chakra erupted from the ground, ensnaring Zetsu in a tight embrace. The creature's eyes widened in surprise as it now found itself immobilized.
"That enough for you?" Kaito answered.
"Alright, alright!" White Zetsu relented. "We believe you now; it seems you really are Kaito!"