Naruto Shippuuden (dub) Episode 48 -

After Team Kakashi tracks down Sai at Orochimaru’s hideout, they confront him about his true mission. The core of the episode revolves around , which he uses to explain his background:

Tenchi Bridge Reconnaissance Mission (The Long-Awaited Reunion) Adapts portions of Chapters 303–305 Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 48

: When Sai questions why Naruto would go to such lengths for someone like Sasuke—who has clearly fallen into darkness—Naruto delivers a powerful speech about their "bond". He declares that even if his arms and legs are ripped off, he will never give up on Sasuke because Sasuke was the first person to truly acknowledge him. After Team Kakashi tracks down Sai at Orochimaru’s