[[Kankurō]] has been defeated, his [[puppets]] destroyed. He makes one last attempt to strike [[Sasori]] but Sasori, having created the puppets years ago, easily stops him. Having managed to poison Kankurō during the battle, Sasori leaves with [[Deidara]], knowing Kankurō will die in three days' time. Kankurō loses consciousness and is collected by [[Sunagakure]] forces sent to provide backup. Suna's [[medical-nin]] can not cure him, but are able to learn that Kankurō's injuries were Sasori's doing. In [[Konoha]], [[Team 7]] prepares to depart. [[Jiraiya]] speaks with [[Naruto]] before he leaves, reminding him not to use "that" [[technique]]. As they head to Suna they encounter [[Temari]], also on her way back to Suna.