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The scent of pine and blood hung heavy in the air as Minato stood over the fallen Nikki, his blue eyes burning with a cold, terrifying fury. Orchamaru’s smirk faded into the shadows, leaving only the Hokage’s shadow looming large. With a blur of yellow flash, Minato had already pinned the traitor, but the enemy vanished, leaving behind only the cursed mark pulsing on Nikki’s neck. Minato’s jaw tightened, the weight of leadership and paternal rage clashing within him. He turned to his team, his voice low but commanding, cutting through the silence of the forest. 'Rin, take her to the medical tent immediately,' he ordered, his gaze hardening as he looked toward the village. 'I must speak with the Third and Kushina. Kakashi, Obito—stay vigilant. Protect them at all costs.'