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Manga ChapterCh. 310

Chapter 310 closes out a failed pursuit of Sasuke on a hopeful note, as Sai lifts his grieving teammates, defies Danzō's orders to spare Sasuke, and chooses friendship over his solitary art.

Volume: 35
Japanese Release Date: June 26, 2006
Anime Episode: Episode 53: Title
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Summary

Naruto and Sakura break down over yet another failed attempt to bring Sasuke home. Sai lifts their spirits, reminding them that Orochimaru cannot claim Sasuke's body just yet, so there is still time, and he pledges to lend his help going forward. The group makes its way back to Konoha. Reporting to Danzō, Sai admits he did not carry out the order to kill Sasuke and instead asks to stay on with Team 7. Danzō consents but cautions him against forming bonds with others. Afterward Sai settles in to begin a new painting, only to set it aside so he can spend the time with the friends he has found.

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Key Events

Sai consoles Naruto and Sakura after the mission fails and vows to assist them. He reports to Danzō, admits he disobeyed the order to kill Sasuke, and requests to remain with Team 7. Danzō agrees while warning him not to grow attached. Sai abandons a new painting to spend time with his friends.

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Notes

The chapter belongs to the Tenchi Bridge Reconnaissance Mission arc and was printed in the thirty-fifth volume. It reached Japan on June 26, 2006.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens in the Naruto chapter "Title"?

This chapter closes out a failed pursuit of Sasuke on a hopeful note, as Sai lifts his grieving teammates, defies Danzo's orders to spare Sasuke, and chooses friendship over his solitary art.

How does Sai comfort Naruto and Sakura after the failed mission to retrieve Sasuke?

Sai reminds Naruto and Sakura that Orochimaru cannot claim Sasuke's body just yet, so there is still time to bring him home, and he pledges to lend his help going forward.

What does Sai admit to Danzo in "Title"?

Sai admits he did not carry out the order to kill Sasuke and instead asks to stay on with Team 7.

What warning does Danzo give Sai in this chapter?

Danzo consents to let Sai remain with Team 7 but cautions him against forming bonds with others.

What does Sai do at the end of "Title" that shows his growth?

Sai sets aside a new painting he had started so he can spend the time with the friends he has found instead.

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