Vol.21 Chapter 184 – Oto vs. Konoha!!

The Sound Four offer to advance Sasuke’s cursed seal to the second level. As they force the process, Sasuke must be placed in a state of death for an extended period of time. They explain this state as “anabiosis,” whereupon Sasuke agrees and, after “death,” is sealed in a coffin. Meanwhile, Tsunade gives Lee one last chance to refuse the operation. Seeing how determined he is to resume his ninja life and fulfill his dreams, she immediately sets to work. When the Sound Four carry Sasuke’s coffin to Orochimaru, they are found by Konoha ninja returning from a mission. Knowing that they will need help, the Sound Four activate their cursed seals.