From Naruto onwards, I've become a dreamer.

Chapter 118 Onoki understands: the enemy is in Konoha!

Is this enough?

It's way too easy, like a pie falling from the sky. Onoki was a little stunned.

His small eyes were filled with astonishment.

Seemingly still a bit bewildered, or perhaps disbelieving, Onoki appeared momentarily at a loss. He cautiously looked at the person and asked again, "Can I really join? Is it really that simple? You don't need me to... um, is there anything I can do for you?"

There will be opportunities, but not now.

Uchiha Munezuki chuckled softly, leaning back in his chair with his hands on his lap, his posture relaxed. He lowered his eyes, which held a golden halo, and his voice echoed in the empty church: "Time has no meaning for the 'audience.' We only need to wait quietly."

The audience is just the audience!

This is the fourth time Ohnoki has heard the word 'audience' today.

His intuition told him that this "audience" was not the same as the other "audience," and that there must be a deeper meaning hidden behind it, but he could not analyze it with the information he had at the moment.

"Please forgive my rudeness, but I don't know how to address you?"

Onoki kept his gaze at a high level, avoiding looking directly at the terrifying presence, while carefully choosing his words and asking the question.

"Adam."

Uchiha Munetsu once again borrowed the name of 'someone'.

Anyway, after using it so many times and thinking it over, this one still sounds the best. Also, there are no Outer Gods in the Naruto world, so it avoids the risk of being 'noticed'.

"Sir Adam."

Onoki hesitated for a moment, but still added a respectful title: "Please forgive my intrusion, but I don't know who the other members are?"

When facing such a 'deity', one cannot be too careful.

He would think about every word he said several times, carefully consider whether it was offensive, and only speak it after careful deliberation.

The members of the Twilight Hermits were undoubtedly the most intriguing and the answers he most wanted to know.

The ninja world is neither very large nor very small.

In Onoki's mind, there were only a few people qualified to join the Twilight Hermits' Society. He just wanted to confirm it again and try to avoid making enemies with them.

"Hehe, you'll meet the others later."

Uchiha Muneki saw through his little scheme, but he didn't care. He chuckled and said, "As for their identities, I can't tell you. They once asked me to conceal each other's identities and address each other by code names. Of course, you are no exception."

"Code name?"

Upon hearing this, Onoki breathed a sigh of relief: "Thank you for your understanding. Then I'll call myself 'Iwa'."

His identity as the Tsuchikage was far too significant, so choosing to conceal it naturally suited his wishes.

As for choosing the symbolic name 'Iwa', that was also part of his plan. This name is highly suggestive and can subtly tell others that he is from Iwagakure (Iwagakure Village).

"I will tell the others."

Uchiha Muneki felt a dull ache in his head and his inner spirit was restless. Knowing that time was almost up, he said, "Let's end our chat here for today. Since there's still some time left, I can answer one last question for you."

Although he still had many questions, Onoki could only hold back for now and asked the question he cared about most: "Mr. Adam, when is the next time I can see you?"

"Oh, and remember to keep that oil lamp safe."

Uchiha Muneki paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "It was fate that guided you to encounter it. As for when we will meet again, you will know when the time comes."

"Do your will."

Onoki lowered his head respectfully.

Immediately afterwards, the majestic Church of Bones seemed to sink continuously, while he rose continuously like hydrogen gas.

The illusory darkness descended once more, and the surging mist swallowed him up. His consciousness drifted, passing through the void where countless stars twinkled once more.

After an unknown amount of time, Onoki woke up in bed again.

The moment he opened his eyes, he leaped up like a startled cheetah, hovering in mid-air, his sharp gaze sweeping across the entire room.

On the table sat an oil lamp covered in verdigris, its flame extinguished, wisps of smoke rising from it.

"It's not an illusion, nor a dream."

Onoki stared intently at the oil lamp, muttering to himself, "So, will that future really come true?" He had witnessed a fragment of the future with his own eyes. Although a trace of doubt remained deep in his heart, the name Uchiha Madara, like a nightmare-like thorn, was deeply embedded in his heart, causing him to shudder and feel fear even now when he thought about it.

Those who didn't experience Madara Uchiha's era will never understand just how terrifying that man truly was!

Therefore, even if there is only a one in ten thousand chance, Onoki will prevent it from happening!
Onoki's eyes gradually hardened, as if he were encouraging himself or making a decision: "Since you're already dead, just stay obediently in the Pure Land!"

The next day.

At the agreed-upon time, Onoki and Higashi Shijin boarded a boat and arrived at the border of the Land of Water.

On the day the Third Mizukage died, Hozuki Zangetsu, the ninja in charge of blocking the news, swiftly took over most of the power in the upper echelons of Kirigakure by joining forces with his bloodline clan.

He then proposed to meet with the Tsuchikage, ostensibly to temporarily assume the role of Mizukage, to discuss the next steps of the plan.

As the ships gradually approached on the sea, Hozuki Zangetsu lowered his voice, still somewhat uneasy, and turned to instruct the ninja who had come with him: "Remember, our goal this time is to launch a surprise attack on Konoha in conjunction with the Iwa ninja, so whatever demands they make, we must try our best to meet them."

Although he had taken over most of the power, the words "temporary" still remained on Hozuki Zangetsu's head.

It should be noted that there are many factions within Kirigakure, and the bloodline families wield considerable influence. Since he was able to be promoted, he could also be deposed.

Therefore, every decision he makes requires the consent of the Bloodline family, which is why he was instructed to do so.

"But what if his demands are too unreasonable?"

The clan leader of Shenwuyue frowned, seemingly dissatisfied with his 'weak' behavior.

"Now that things have come to this, do we even have a choice?"

Hozuki Zangetsu said in a deep voice, "Don't forget, even if we plan to give up, Konoha won't let go of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"

Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent, their faces showing anger.

Just as Hozuki Zangetsu said, Kirigakure has been forced to the edge of a cliff. Even if they show weakness to Konoha, the other side will not necessarily give up this delicious piece of 'fat meat' in front of them!
We understand.

After figuring out the intricacies of the situation, the bloodline families led by Kannazuki could only lower their proud heads, no matter how aggrieved they felt.

Soon, the Earth Shadow appeared.

The short, elderly man, with his hands behind his back and his toes off the ground, floated on the sea, coming alone to keep his appointment.

"What a courage!"

Seeing this, Shen Wuyue's temples bulged with veins. Feeling humiliated, he gritted his teeth and said, "You old bastard, how dare you be so ostentatious, coming here alone. Aren't you afraid we'll kill you?!"

Ghost Lamp Crescent glared at him, then said softly, "You all stay here, I'll go alone."

Since the other party came alone, he should also show the corresponding sincerity.

As he spoke, Hozuki Zangetsu walked over and manipulated the surrounding water to slowly lift him up to eye level: "I am Hozuki Zangetsu. I am here on the orders of the Mizukage to take full charge of this conversation. It is an honor to meet you, Tsuchikage Onoki."

"Where's that guy?"

Onoki frowned, somewhat annoyed: "Such a big matter, and you're the one they send over?"

“The Mizukage was injured while resealing the Tailed Beasts some time ago, so he sent me here to discuss this matter.” Hozuki Zangetsu said calmly, then added, “Please rest assured, before I left, the Mizukage granted me full authority to lead the process of this discussion.”

"Alright, since you're in charge, I won't waste any more words."

Onoki didn't want to waste time or think too deeply about it. He got straight to the point and said, "Fifteen days from now, Iwagakure and Kirigakure will attack from the east and west. I will contact Kumogakure and Sunagakure, and then we will launch a pincer attack from the north and south. We must annihilate their forces before Konoha can react!"

Hozuki Zangetsu, whose mind was still preoccupied with how to persuade the Tsuchikage to agree to join forces with Kirigakure to wage war, suddenly went mad.

What the hell?

He had prepared a whole bunch of arguments, but he didn't use them at all. How did he suddenly agree?

Besides, weren't there only the two countries, Tu and Shui, before?
What is the situation regarding the countries of Thunder and Wind?
At this moment, Onoki sneered inwardly.

Madara Uchiha, right?

Konoha, right?

It's obvious to anyone that the future belongs to Konoha, where Madara Uchiha will be resurrected!

"Hmph, only the Second Hokage of Konoha, Tobirama Senju, possessed the ability to revive the dead!" Onoki grew angrier with each thought, his eyes blazing with fury: "I'll see what Konoha has to offer in this alliance of the four nations. Uchiha Madara, you won't be resurrected, I, Onoki, have said it!"

I've only been updating twice a day for the past few days, please give me a break. I've been so busy with the company's annual meetings lately, I feel like I'm about to collapse.
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