Chapter 19 The Monster Within

Hashirama's eyes fluttered open, confusion giving way to recognition as he took in the sight of his younger brother.

"Tobirama?" he murmured, his voice hoarse but filled with a flicker of life.

"Yes, it's me," Tobirama managed to reply, a weak smile breaking through the haze of exhaustion that enveloped him. "You're going to be okay. Just...stay with me."

But even as he spoke, Tobirama felt himself growing weaker, the vibrant energy that had surged through him now fading like a candle in the wind. He struggled to maintain focus, his vision blurring as he fought to stay con...

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