[ he went as far as considering the impact this would have on them, huh? Their passion cools slightly at the stark reminder of his caring. That's why they're trying to look out for him in the first place. Sasuke - they don't hold any particular love for him, but they're not going to condemn him for the same crime they've forgiven Ishikirimaru for. He's doing what needs to be done - what a lot of the others aren't willing to do. ]

... If you weren't willing to live with that lie, you shouldn't have told it in the first place. [ they continue their scolding, but their anger is less, at least. People like them don't get the luxury of relief until everyone else is safe, or until they're dead. That's how it works. ] ...Ishi-san, what are you going to do...?