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Chapter 82 The Great Toad Sage's Prophecy, Jiraiya's Fear (3k*2)

"Jiraiya, cheer up! I still need to focus on fighting Kaguya Naoki."

"Teacher, old man, handling these government affairs is really not suitable for me."

After struggling to say a few words of pleading to the stern-faced Hiruzen Sarutobi, Jiraiya, unable to bear it any longer, had no time to make a further move before he unexpectedly turned into a wisp of white smoke and disappeared before Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes.

“Reverse psychic communication, Mount Myoboku.”

Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes narrowed, and he quickly discovered Jiraiya's whereabouts, immediately pondering to himself.

At this crucial moment, is the summoning of Jiraiya back to Mount Myōboku a sign that this peace talk will bring about something destined to change the world?
Recalling the events that had occurred recently, Hiruzen Sarutobi gradually focused his gaze on the young figure in his memory.

If any change is to occur, it can only be promised to Him.

However, it was ultimately just a prophecy.

Hiruzen Sarutobi continued reading the scroll.

Fate is not such a simple thing!
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"Long time no see, Jiraiya."

Shima looked at Jiraiya, who seemed troubled and bewildered from being suddenly teleported, but then suddenly became relieved after seeing his surroundings clearly.

"Hey?"
Did I teleport you here while Jiraiya was playing with the girl? Did you forget your money, Jiraiya?

Master Shima shook his head.

"That's not a good habit."

"where."

Having just transmigrated and not yet fully understanding the situation, Jiraiya was somewhat dizzy from Shima's words. His face flushed, and he coughed a few times to cover it up.

"Master Shima, let's not talk about such trivial things."

"You called me here in such a hurry, is there something important you want to tell me?"

"of course."

Master Shima raised his hand.

"The old master had another dream, which was somewhat vague but of great importance, so it is necessary to send you here as soon as possible to resolve this matter."

"Is that so?"

Jiraiya immediately wiped the blush off his face and became serious.

"Well then, Master Shima, let's set off. Listen to the Great Toad Master's prophecy as soon as possible. I have important matters to attend to on the other side."

"Alright, little Jiraiya, you just can't change your hasty nature."

Shima the Sage shook his head, leaped up, and landed on Jiraiya's shoulder. Smelling the blood-soaked aura, he immediately realized the truth.

"Is Jiraiya still on the battlefield? By the way, how's the situation in Konoha these days? It's been a long time since I've inquired about news from there."

"He's no longer on the battlefield."

When Konoha was mentioned, Jiraiya suddenly found himself speechless.

"The situation isn't great right now, but things should improve once we reach a peace agreement with Kirigakure in the next few days."

"Peace talks?"

Master Shima nodded and did not pursue the matter further.

so far so good.

Jiraiya silently wiped the fine beads of sweat from his forehead.

Although the immortals will eventually find out that Konoha was actually defeated, it's still hard for them to say it out loud.

"Jiraiya, stop looking like you've done something wrong! Kids should tell the truth as much as possible, instead of lying like those other kids' fathers."

"I understand, Master Shima."

"I really understand."

"Please continue."

Listening to Shima's incessant chatter, Jiraiya wore a pained expression until he saw the familiar courtyard, at which point he finally became serious again. Shima also stopped and let out a breath.

"Little Jiraiya, go."

Jiraiya nodded solemnly, looking at the enormous, orange-red toad sitting on the stone bench with its eyes closed, and said loudly.

"Great Toad Sage, do you have any new prophecy to tell me?"

"Ok?"

The Great Toad Sage opened his eyes and saw that familiar head of white hair.

"Oh, it's been a long time, little Jiraiya."

"My prophecy is..."

The giant toad sage opened and closed his eyes, and spoke again.

"Who goes there?"

"It's Jiraiya, Jiraiya!"

Shima jumped anxiously a few times on Jiraiya's shoulder, shouting loudly.

"Oh, it's Jiraiya. Shima, don't be so impatient."

"How old are you now, little Jiraiya?"

"Tell me quickly, sir!"

Shima remained impatient, while the Great Toad Sage chuckled weakly twice before lowering his voice slightly.

"Little Jiraiya, have you ever seen a child with the Shikotsumyaku (Corpse Bone Pulse) and Byakugan?"

Upon hearing that name, Jiraiya's face darkened, his heart clenched, and he immediately nodded.

"The Great Toad Sage? Of course I've seen him. That's Kaguya Naoki from Kirigakure."

"Hmm, it's Kaguya. I haven't heard this name in a long time."

"It's the surname!"

Jiraiya spoke up to correct him.

"Hmm, it's a surname, the surname of the Corpse Bone Pulse. Can someone who can change the world be born from that kind of power?"

The Great Toad Sage muttered a few words unconsciously, but Jiraiya couldn't hear them clearly.

"Great Toad Sage, what are you talking about?" "Nothing, little Jiraiya. Let's tell you about the prophecy as soon as possible, or you'll be busy later."

"Then let's hurry, Great Toad Sage."

Jiraiya took a slow breath, watching the Great Toad Sage doze off slightly, knowing this was the prelude to him speaking, and couldn't help but feel nervous.

Is Kaguya Naoki actually related to this prophecy?
That guy's appearance in the prophecy is really troublesome.

"Hmm, little Jiraiya, the prophecy I'm about to tell you is different from the past. It doesn't have a clear direction or a predetermined outcome."

"what?"

Jiraiya couldn't help but swallow hard, while trying to remain calm as he asked a question.

"So even you can't see Kaguya Naoki clearly? You're the Great Toad Sage!"

"Yes, Jiraiya."

Even the Great Toad Sage's usually unwavering tone changed slightly, and Shima Sage, who knew the Great Toad Sage well, immediately became serious.

"In my dreams, the future is either shrouded in thick fog or consists of only fragmented pieces."

The future I once envisioned has long since become blurred.

"In the future, the image that is most vivid in my mind is probably a guy with the Corpse Bone Pulse and Byakugan, surrounded by a group of people, shouting something loudly."

It's a scene of everyone surrounding the moon.

It's not surprising that Kaguya Naoki, as the Kage of Kirigakure, receives such treatment.

but.

Like Orochimaru, Kaguya Naoki also possesses the ability to bewitch people. Would the people surrounding him be merely members of Kirigakure?

Jiraiya wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and was about to ask a question.

But at this moment, the Great Toad Immortal had already half-closed his eyes and, in a somewhat ethereal and unfathomable tone, slowly described the scene he had seen.

Jiraiya put aside those thoughts and listened attentively.

“I saw it too.”

"Throughout the continent, there are plants that can grow into strange fruits. At the same time, there are also traces of bloodline ninjas who clear mountains, build roads, and heal humans."

Ugh, and there are some things I don't even know what they're doing.

"In short, Jiraiya, this is a future that is completely different from the past."

"Naoki Kaguya possesses a kind of guiding force towards the future that I've never seen before, but as for how this guiding force extends into the future, it's hazy, chaotic, and ambiguous."

"So, Jiraiya, keep it up!"

"Wait, the Great Toad Sage."

Jiraiya shouted hurriedly.

"Then, will the future of the prophesied child still come true?"

"Who exactly are those people surrounding Kaguya Naoki?"

"And what is the connection between those bloodline ninjas and that strange plant?"

"The old man has fallen asleep again."

Master Shima composed himself, shook his head, sighed, and said sympathetically.

"Little Jiraiya, you have to work hard to find the answer yourself. Good luck!"

The words had barely left his mouth when a cloud of white smoke filled the air, and when he opened his eyes again, he was already in a familiar room.

The scrolls that had caused him so much distress had been processed and were placed to one side.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sat in front of him, holding a cup of tea that had already cooled down. Only when he saw Jiraiya did he turn his gaze back to him.

"Jiraiya, is it Mount Myōboku calling you again?"

Jiraiya nodded absentmindedly, smiling with a hint of bitterness.

"Teacher, those things, I..."

"No need to say anything, Jiraiya."

Hiruzen Sarutobi knew his somewhat stubborn disciple all too well, so he immediately stood up and tried to persuade him without much hope.

"Don't be obsessed with prophecies or fate. You must remember to work hard for what you want to do in your heart. Only in this way can you truly change your destiny."

Seeing Jiraiya's obviously embarrassed expression, Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't help but sigh.

"Alright, Jiraiya, you'd better watch yourself."

Jiraiya lowered his head, looking at the intricately woven bamboo mat in the room.

What should we do next, Jiraiya?

"Lord Hokage, I have information to report."

"come in."

Hiruzen Sarutobi accepted the scroll with a gentle nod. After the Anbu withdrew from his side and closed the door, he opened the intelligence scroll, glanced at it quickly, and his expression turned grim.

Danzo is hunting down the other five members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.
Hiruzen Sarutobi quickly understood the intention behind his old friend's actions.

Is your intention to defeat the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist after I sign the peace treaty, thereby gaining unparalleled merit and prestige, and ultimately becoming Hokage?

That's a good plan, but why couldn't you use that power on the battlefield, or even just to slightly hinder Kaguya Naoki when he was near Konoha?
My old friend, you're not a suitable actor.

Given the village's current state, there's no need to waste any more time here.

"Gather the intelligence," he said immediately.

"Jiraiya, if you don't agree in two days at most, then be prepared to accept those conditions."

"teacher."

"this."

Jiraiya looked up and saw his teacher's extremely tired expression.

All prophecies and the future vanished, and Jiraiya's heart was immediately filled with heartache for his teacher and dejection at this defeat.

After a long while, he let out a long sigh.

(End of this chapter)