Synopsis

Returning to the Tsuchigumo Clan village, Naruto was unaware that Akaboshi and his companions had located Hotaru with the assistance of her uncle. Though she managed to flee, the ninja bandits quickly encircled her within the forest. Just as danger seemed imminent, Utakata appeared, swiftly rescuing Hotaru and carrying her away from the pursuing bandits. Akaboshi and his group prepared to give chase when their leader arrived, revealing that Utakata was listed in the Hidden Mist Village's Bingo B