The spy is revealed to be Kabuto Yakushi , who claims he is meeting "Sasori" to provide information after escaping Orochimaru’s influence.
, titled "The Tenchi Bridge," originally aired in English on June 16, 2010. This episode is a pivotal moment in the Tenchi Bridge Reconnaissance Mission arc, where Team Kakashi—now led by Yamato and including new member Sai—attempts to intercept a spy working for Sasori to find Sasuke Uchiha. Episode Plot Summary (Dub) 39 : The Heaven and Earth Bridge
Yamato signals the rest of the team to reveal themselves. Orochimaru is amused to see Naruto again and taunts him about Sasuke's strength, causing Naruto's eyes to turn red as the Nine-Tails' chakra begins to leak out. Key Episode Details Information English Title The Tenchi Bridge Japanese Title Tenchi-kyō (天地橋) Arc Tenchi Bridge Reconnaissance Mission (Episodes 33–53) Manga Chapters Adapts portions of Chapters 289–291 Streaming Available on Crunchyroll and Apple TV If you are following the series, The Tenchi Bridge (episode) | Narutopedia | Fandom The spy is revealed to be Kabuto Yakushi
The mission reaches its climax as the team arrives at the designated meeting spot. Episode Plot Summary Yamato signals the rest of
Yamato uses his Wood Release: Transformation to disguise himself as Sasori’s puppet, Hiruko, to meet the spy. Naruto, Sakura, and Sai remain hidden nearby to provide backup.
The meeting is a trap. Kabuto turns on Yamato, slicing the Hiruko puppet's arm. Orochimaru appears from the shadows, revealing that he knew about the betrayal and intended to stop it.