"Madara-sama, why haven't they come yet?"
Renya leaned against the tree trunk, yawning boredly.
Uchiha Madara sat on the tree trunk opposite him, one hand gripping a branch above, gently shaking his head.
"I don't know."
After leaving the Land of Hot Water, Senju Tobirama had something to say to Senju Hashirama, so he told Renya and Uchiha Madara to set off first.
They had traveled for half a day, yet found that the two hadn't caught up.
So they just waited in the trees.
Renya didn't even need to guess— that old guy was definitely telling Hashirama-san about Uchiha Izuna's resurrection.
But it shouldn't take this long.
"Madara-sama, do you think they got lost?"
After a long while, Renya couldn't help asking.
The distance they traveled wasn't far; logically, it shouldn't take this long for them not to catch up!
Either they never set out, or they got lost.
Other than that, there was no other reason.
Uchiha Madara didn't speak. He just glanced at him, then rested his head again, spacing out.
What nonsense is this kid talking about in broad daylight?
Hashirama and Tobirama getting lost? As if.
Most likely they just haven't set out yet.
Besides, even if they really got lost, couldn't Tobirama use Flying Thunder God to teleport them here?
He had no mind to worry about them right now; all his thoughts were on reviving his younger brother.
To be honest, he was getting impatient.
Originally, he planned to finish the trip before returning to the village to revive Izuna, but now he didn't want to delay even a moment.
Izuna was his younger brother— as the elder, of course he wanted to see him immediately.
But the timing wasn't right yet, so he could only wait until returning to the village.
Anyway, with Senju Tobirama around, they wouldn't stay outside for too long.
"Madara, kept you waiting, huh!"
Hashirama's hearty laughter came from the distance.
Even before approaching, Tobirama had already sensed their chakra.
"Hashirama, you're too slow."
Uchiha Madara curled his lips into a faint smile, looking at the two slowly approaching.
Clearly, the fact that Izuna was about to be revived had put him in an excellent mood.
Rarely, he even smiled in public—especially in front of Tobirama.
Seeing his close friend smiling at him, Hashirama froze on the spot, not knowing what to do.
Madara… he's actually smiling at me!
Hahaha, looks like this trip really improved his mood.
As expected, inviting them out this time was absolutely the right decision!
Hashirama decided that from now on, every few months, he would invite everyone out to relax.
Release some of the pressure in their hearts.
"Hahaha, sorry we're late."
Hashirama came back to his senses and scratched his head awkwardly.
It had really been a long time since he saw Madara this happy.
Ever since the two parted ways in Konohagakure, Madara rarely showed him such a joyful smile.
People don't perceive things the same way.
Madara's smile looked very happy in Hashirama's eyes, but in Tobirama's eyes, it felt completely different.
That inherently evil Uchiha Madara was showing such a sinister smile.
He must be scheming something unknown again.
No, later he must probe Renya indirectly—he can't let him stay alone with Madara anymore!
Damn it, he shouldn't have talked with his older brother for so long.
During the time they weren't around, Madara must have said something to Renya!
Uchiha Madara noticed Tobirama's vigilant gaze and felt puzzled, the smile at his lips slowly fading.
What is Tobirama thinking again?
Whatever—he'll leave it to Izuna to deal with him later!
Because of Hashirama and Renya, he didn't really want to get involved with Tobirama.
Otherwise, if he personally taught Tobirama a lesson, those two would definitely start nagging.
But if Izuna handled it, it'd be different—so long as no one died, the two wouldn't have much to say.
"We've been waiting for you for ages."
Renya stood on the tree trunk, one hand gripping a branch, frowning down at them.
After waiting so long, if they didn't come soon, he would've fallen asleep.
"We ran into something on the way."
Tobirama explained briefly, without detailing what happened.
Renya and Uchiha Madara didn't ask either.
The four of them continued on their journey.
"Tobirama, don't you think they look very similar?"
Hashirama walked behind them, looking at their backs, suddenly saying this.
Whether it was their clothing, their build, or even their hairstyles, both looked very Uchiha.
At a glance, outsiders would know they belonged to the same clan.
"Big brother!" Tobirama's face darkened. "They don't look alike at all!"
If anyone else had said that, they'd already be beaten up.
Renya was raised by him since childhood—he had absolutely nothing to do with that inherently evil Uchiha Madara!
Besides, they didn't look alike at all!
He really couldn't understand why his brother thought they looked similar.
Maybe his eyesight was failing with age.
As for their clothes, Renya bought them himself—if anything, Uchiha Madara was imitating Renya.
Renya liked wearing black, and when buying clothes, Madara also picked a black outfit.
Meanwhile, Hashirama and Tobirama each chose a set of cyan clothes.
If he had known, he should have picked black too.
"Oh." Being scolded by his younger brother, Hashirama subconsciously shrank his neck, but still muttered softly,
"They really do look alike, after all they're from the same clan."
If Izuna could be successfully revived, the three of them standing together would look completely natural!
He wondered if Madara could successfully revive Izuna?
Tobirama: "..."
His fist clenched. Really clenched.
He really wanted to punch his brother—this guy just talks nonsense!
Renya and Uchiha Madara walked ahead and didn't clearly hear what the two were saying.
If Madara had heard it, he would definitely have smiled again.
In Hashirama's current state, he couldn't travel continuously without rest.
So they walked and stopped along the way, and by nightfall, they still hadn't left the forest.
They could only spend the night in the wild.
At this moment, the importance of Tobirama's backpack full of storage scrolls became apparent.
"Tobirama, you actually brought so many things for a trip!"
Hashirama stared wide-eyed as his brother took out various camping tools and ingredients.
If he remembered correctly, they came out to travel, not to go on a picnic.
Though he didn't understand why Tobirama brought so many supplies, they just happened to need them right now…
Otherwise, they would have to find a cave and make do for the night like before.
Speaking of which, he really missed those days living in caves.
"Madara, I want to stay in a cave."
"Alright."
In the end, the two didn't choose the tents, but instead found a cave ahead and settled in.
Tobirama: "???"
"You'll get used to it."
Renya looked at his incredulous expression and said with a smile.
The two of them were probably reminiscing about their days as cave dwellers.