Yahiko opened his mouth, wanting to say something.
Just then, the door burst open and Daibutsu rushed in.
"Something awful has happened! The Akatsuki organization has officially been labeled an evil group. They're claiming we have ulterior motives and are undermining Rain Country's progress. Now outsiders are boycotting us, calling us criminals."
"What? How could this happen?" Yahiko exclaimed, his eyes widening in disbelief.
He never imagined the Akatsuki would be framed as criminals.
After all, they had noble intentions.
How come even the official authorities got involved? They had no way to defend themselves.
Living in Rain Country, he knew just how much influence Hanzo of the Sanshouo wielded.
Now labeled as an oppressive organization, their reputation in Rain Country was completely ruined.
The three arrived at the Akatsuki gathering place, where many members had already gathered. Panic hung in the air.
Some members with weak resolve were already shouting about quitting the Akatsuki.
This sudden change hit Yahiko like a punch to the gut.
Two days ago, the Akatsuki had still been a patriotic organization—now it had become one accused of sabotaging Rain Country's progress. The shift happened too abruptly.
"This change is too sudden. It must be Fire Country's Root Factory's conspiracy," Nagato said.
"Yahiko, we must investigate the truth behind this and clear the Akatsuki's name."
Yahiko nodded after hearing Nagato's words.
Even without Nagato's words, he intended to uncover what was really going on.
The Akatsuki was the organization they had worked so hard to build.
While the Akatsuki faced this major setback in Rain Country, Satori Hyuga received some good news.
"Is that really true, Yui? The person here is actually named Sanzu Amado?" Satori asked, wearing a strange mix of excitement and disbelief.
Hyūga Yui nodded. "That's exactly what the messenger said—Sanzu Amado."
After working as his secretary for so long, this was the first time she'd ever seen Satori take such an interest in someone or show such joy.
Was there something particularly special about this person?
Before Yui could ask if she should bring him in, she watched as Satori turned into a gust of wind and vanished from the office.
Yui parted her lips slightly, whispering softly, "I've never seen the Boss this invested in anyone before."
How could he not be happy?
That was none other than Sanzu Amado—a brilliant scientist and future member of Kara Organization, with access to highly advanced scientific technology.
"I didn't expect to run into someone from Boruto's timeline either."
Satori felt both delighted and surprised.
Still, the more he learned about Amado, the more it made sense.
The young Amado had been roaming the ninja world in search of a cure, desperately seeking treatment for his terminally ill daughter.
Hearing that the renowned medical expert Master Shinno had been invited to the Hyuga Clan, he had traveled great distances with his daughter in hopes of finding help.
Could this really be happening?
Truly a pleasant surprise.
Inside the Hyuga Clan's reception hall, Amado sat quietly waiting, his eyes shining with hope.
He had long heard of Master Shinno, the legendary healer renowned across the ninja world for his unmatched mastery of Medical Ninjutsu.
Perhaps Master Shinno could finally cure his ailing daughter.
The thought of his daughter filled Amado's heart with waves of grief and sorrow.
She was still so young—how could she be dying already?
With that thought in mind, he journeyed far to Konoha to visit the legendary, enigmatic, and notoriously proud Hyūga Clan.
His heart felt uneasy as he feared they might reject his request.
The Hyūga were a prestigious clan in the ninja world; it wouldn't be surprising if they dismissed someone like him—a complete unknown.
To treat his daughter's illness, he had spent years traveling far and wide, only to be repeatedly turned away.
"Hello, sorry to keep you waiting."
A breeze passed by, bringing with it the clear, gentle greeting of a young voice.
Amado looked up and saw a boy dressed in the traditional attire of the Hyūga, his forehead bare and unmarked.
The boy's gaze was calm and confident as he casually took the seat of honor in the receiving hall. The guards around him didn't seem to mind at all.
At this sight, Amado's eyes narrowed slightly.
Years of experience told him this young man was no ordinary person.
But none of that mattered to him now.
He had come to the Hyūga seeking Physician Shinno, hoping to beg for help to save his daughter.
Amado greeted Satori Hyūga respectfully, showing no disdain for his youth.
"May I ask if Physician Shinno is still within the Hyūga Clan? My daughter is gravely ill, and I've come here seeking his help."
Amado himself was still very young at the time, barely in his early twenties, though hardship had already left its mark on his face.
Satori Hyūga replied, "I understand your reason for coming here, but there is some complication."
Upon hearing those words, Amado's heart sank slightly.
Then Satori continued, "Shinno was caught stealing intelligence from my clan, so I captured him. Now he serves me."
"He is in a sensitive position and cannot simply be released."
Though Amado was not surprised to hear of Shinno stealing intelligence, such things were common in the ninja world. Many rogue ninja or spies from enemy nations assumed false identities to gather intelligence.
That Shinno served as an information spy wasn't shocking news.
But now that he was imprisoned, unable to help his daughter, the hope that had begun to rise within Amado quickly faded.
As Amado struggled with conflicting emotions, Satori spoke again: "However, you don't necessarily have to rely on Shinno. I myself am also a medical ninja. If you trust me, I can give treatment a try."
"I am the apprentice of Orochimaru, one of the Sannin, and I've inherited the medical knowledge of Princess Tsunade."
"Few medical ninja in the entire ninja world rival my mastery of Medical Ninjutsu."
"Ah, I forgot to introduce myself earlier. I'm Satori Hyūga."
After hearing what Satori had said, Amado finally gave his full attention to this boy before him.
He remembered the rumors he'd heard before—a rising young star of the Hyūga Clan, a prodigy who had recently gained fame as a business genius.
Never had he expected this young man to also be a disciple of Orochimaru, trained in the medical arts directly by the legendary Tsunade.
Yet, Satori's sudden kindness and offer raised a hint of suspicion in Amado's mind.
Looking at the smiling boy, he asked cautiously, "If I request your help in treating my daughter, what would I need to provide in return?"
He didn't believe in help given freely without reason.
Satori Hyūga smiled and said, "Mr. Amado, I know you're a renowned scientist. I'd like to invite you to join my laboratory."
"The Shinno I mentioned earlier is currently in my research lab."
"If you think he's capable enough, I can have him come out and help treat your daughter."
Amado understood immediately. He hadn't expected the other party was actually after his expertise.
His expression grew complicated. He didn't know whether he should refuse or agree.
Satori Hyūga spoke again, "The research involves human body cell studies. If successful, there's even a possibility of treating your daughter."
"I guarantee you—this lab houses the world's most advanced medical technology. If we can't find a treatment here, it likely doesn't exist elsewhere."
Satori Hyūga wasn't lying.
He had poured immense resources into building and refining the laboratory.
Every kind of state-of-the-art equipment was available, and countless efforts had been made to accumulate vast medical knowledge and master Medical Ninjutsu.
Furthermore, every piece of knowledge that could be bought at a high price had been gathered by Satori Hyūga.
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