Just moments before, the tall man had looked at the short man with a solemn and resolute expression, signaling him to take the body of the Two-Tails Jinchuriki Yugito and quickly leave this dangerous place.
Yet, at this critical and perilous moment, not only did the short man refuse to follow the tall man's instructions to retreat, but he stepped forward without a moment's hesitation to take the blow in his stead.
Complex emotions filled the tall man's eyes—a mix of being moved, anxiety, and profound admiration for the short man's unwavering loyalty.
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