As Yoruichi was still handling matters elsewhere, Mikoto Uchiha and Akira Haruno led their team back to Konoha. However, Danzo's squad had returned slightly earlier.
Danzo, accompanied by Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado, walked through Konoha's main gate.
Danzo glanced at the sealed blonde girl they brought back, a ninja from the Hidden Cloud Village, chained with iron locks. Turning to his subordinates, he ordered, "Go and summon Lady Uzumaki Mito. The seal on the Two-Tails is unstable and could break at any time."
Biwako Sarutobi quickly intervened, "If that's the case, we can't risk bringing the host into the village. Let's move to the training grounds!"
Danzo nodded, "Very well. Lady Biwako, ensure Uzumaki Mito is informed immediately."
Just then, Mikoto Uchiha and Akira Haruno rushed toward the gate with their group. Mikoto, her face pale with urgency, shouted, "Emergency! I need to see the Hokage!"
Hearing her, Biwako stepped forward. "Mikoto, what happened?"
"Yoruichi was ambushed by the Third Mizukage and a horde of strange white creatures! Please send help immediately!"
Biwako's expression darkened. "Who's available in the village now?"
Danzo, overhearing, turned to Mikoto. His presence made her visibly tense, but Akira stepped forward and quickly recounted the events.
Homura Mitokado spoke up, "The Hokage already dispatched Minato to assist. He should be there by now."
Mikoto's eyes brightened. "Minato? When did he leave?"
Homura shrugged. "Not long ago."
"Even so," Mikoto insisted, "there's an army of white creatures. Please send more reinforcements!"
Koharu Utatane's expression hardened. "Impossible. The situation with the Two-Tails is far more critical. We cannot spare additional manpower."
Obito, unable to hold back, retorted, "How can anything be more important than saving Sensei Yoruichi?"
Danzo's eyes narrowed as he noticed Obito's Sharingan. His suspicion of the Uchiha clan grew stronger.
"Child," Danzo said coldly, "no one is above the village. Konoha's safety comes first. Your thinking is dangerous. Is this what Yoruichi teaches his students?"
Obito flinched, stepping back, stunned by the accusation.
Mikoto stepped protectively in front of Obito. "Danzo-sama—"
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The Uzumaki courtyard was quiet, with the scent of fresh flowers in the air.
Kushina beamed with excitement as she looked at Uzumaki Mito. "Grandma Mito, I did it! I finally mastered it!"
Mito smiled warmly, nodding. "Yes, Kushina. You've grasped the sealing techniques of our Uzumaki clan remarkably well."
Kushina pumped her fists. "This is amazing!"
Mito gently patted her head. "Is there someone you want to share this with?"
Kushina's cheeks turned red. "No way! Why would I?"
Her eyes betrayed her words. She was thinking of Yoruichi. It had been three days since he left for his mission. She couldn't help but worry.
Mito chuckled softly. "Yoruichi is strong. He'll be fine."
Kushina nodded, but her heart was uneasy. "He said he'd be back today. What's taking him so long?"
Mito's expression flickered with concern but quickly softened. "He's likely on his way back now. Maybe he'll arrive by nightfall."
A sudden knock on the door broke their conversation.
"Uzumaki Mito-sama, there's an urgent message!"
Mito frowned slightly. "What is it?"
"The Administrative Department needs your assistance immediately! There's an issue with the Two-Tails' jinchūriki. It's critical!"
Mito's face turned serious. She stood up, turning to Kushina. "Come with me, Kushina. Let's see what's going on."
"Yes, Grandma Mito!" Kushina responded firmly, following Mito as they left the courtyard.
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