“Moreover, given the extent of this fire, there is absolutely no way we can put it out,” Kakuzu said. “Our mission is primarily to rescue people, with firefighting as a secondary objective. We will definitely be entering the Black Crow Forest, and with your strength, going in will only cause us trouble!”
The group exchanged bewildered glances. They looked at Black Crow Forest, then at Kakuzu, their hearts filled with anxiety. But Kakuzu's words made them hesitate, even though they had been eager to go. Yes, Black Crow Forest was on fire. If they went there rashly, they might never come back.
The people who were shouting just moments before suddenly fell silent.
"Remember, you all stay in the tribe and wait quietly for us to return," Jiaodu said to the crowd as he turned around at the tribe's entrance. "Children of the tribe, no matter how old you are, Moth Witch, Flame, and the rest of the tribe are in your care. It's a difficult task, but I know you can do it. Good luck!"
Kakuzu clenched his fist, his mind in turmoil. The original purpose of the soldiers left behind to patrol was to prevent other tribes from taking advantage of the situation. With such a large fire burning in the Black Crow Forest, all he could do was lead all the soldiers to help—but this went against his original intention. Moreover, if other tribes attacked, the remaining people in the tribe would not be able to hold them off at all. At that time, Moth Witch and Flame would…
With a heavy sigh, Kakuzu comforted himself, "It's alright. We've been guarding for so long without any accidents, so nothing should happen while we're away."
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