the ironic part is that, since Sasuke was actually the one there to witness Itachi release the reanimation jutsu, they’d be taking his word for it, too.

[[ But nah fam Sasuke’s word doesn’t count. Only Naruto’s does. :’) ]]

this part really tripped me up too!! Also lmao, until people start to wonder WHY Itachi “suddenly” turned into a hero, Naruto won’t say anything about the coup?? Since it’s never brought up ever again, are konoha ninja really just dense af then??

[[ Can you imagine what it would’ve been like if people (as they should) doubted him? What do you mean he helped? He’s an S rank criminal who’s wanted for the murder of his clan and he was a part of Akatsuki, who attacked the village. What kind of proof do you have that he would be willing to help during the war and not go on some killing spree? ]]