Naruto: Shippūden
S02E53 The Leaves Sprout!
Orochimaru and Kabuto persuade Sasuke to leave with them, leaving Naruto heartbroken over his inability to bring Sasuke back to the village. However, Sakura comforts him, assuring him that they will rescue Sasuke together. The team reports to Tsunade about the mission's outcome, and she expresses her fury over Danzo's manipulation, especially his breach of classified information for his own gain. Meanwhile, Sai requests Danzo's permission to stay with Team Kakashi, which Danzo grants reluctantly. Sai embarks on a mission with his team, having begun to view them as friends.
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The New Target
Formation! New Team Kakashi
An Unneeded Addition
The Fake Smile
Untitled
Simulation
The Tenchi Bridge
The Nine-Tails Unleashed!!
The Top-Secret Mission Begins
Orochimaru vs. Jinchuriki
Sakura's Tears
The Secret of the Battle!
The Consequences of Betrayal
The Unfinished Page
Infiltration: The Den of the Snake!
Bonds
Something Important...
The Picture Book's Story
Reunion
The Power of Uchiha
The Leaves Sprout!