Chapter 71
"Well said. Then give it back."
Ao looked up and saw a figure perched on a branch. The figure, backlit by the sunlight, was partially hidden by the leaves. The piercing sunlight created a halo effect, giving the figure an almost angelic arrogance.
Ao couldn't see the figure clearly, but he instantly recognized those shining eyes.
"You…" he muttered in shock.
Turning back, Ao saw that Nara Suzaku's expression had turned grim.
The slender figure leaned casually against the tree, dressed in a simple but sharp outfit. He tossed a specially shaped kunai in his hand, looking down at everyone below with a mocking and disdainful gaze.
There wasn't a single Konoha ninja who didn't recognize that face, just as there wasn't a single Kirigakure ninja who didn't recognize those cherished Byakugan.
Considering the dire fate of the Hyuga clan, the identity of the young man with a complete pair of Byakugan, lounging in the tree, was unmistakable.
The battle between Konoha and Kirigakure raged on, but a strange silence began to spread from the young man at the center.