The First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, is given a poignant moment to reflect on his life’s work. In a heartfelt conversation with Sasuke Uchiha and the reanimated Tobirama, Hashirama admits his regrets. He confesses that while he built Konoha on a dream of children playing together, he failed to understand the deep-seated pain of the Uchiha clan. This scene is masterfully understated—Hashirama, the "God of Shinobi," showing vulnerability is a rare treat.
Obito’s response is chillingly simple: “Because the light of hope is nothing but an illusion.” Naruto Shippuden Episode 354