Starting from the root of Konoha, he was the mastermind behind the scenes

Land of Rice, Sound Village, experimental base.

Orochimaru studied Uchiha Madara's corpse with an extremely excited look on his face.

"Although he's no longer the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki, his body has been completely transformed since he was once the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki. It's truly astonishing!"

Orochimaru was very disappointed and regretful that he could not study Kaguya Otsutsuki's corpse, but now with the research on Uchiha Madara's corpse, he felt even more regretful.

"Otsutsuki..."

Orochimaru couldn't help but lick his lips with his tongue: "I'm really looking forward to it!"

"It seems some preparations must be made."

"If all the Otsutsuki clan were like Otsutsuki Kaguya, they would be difficult to deal with."

"However, even if she is not as good as Kaguya Otsutsuki, she should not be much worse, otherwise Xiujun would not be so cautious and serious."

Now Orochimaru really wants to catch an Otsutsuki to study him.

However, if we take Kaguya Otsutsuki's strength as a reference, this idea is difficult to achieve.

Although he cannot be said to be bad at fighting, his frontal strength is still far from the level of Kaguya Otsutsuki.

"The eye of reincarnation..."

Orochimaru looked into Uchiha Madara's hollow eyes and said, "What a pity."

Withdrawing his gaze, Orochimaru continued to be busy.

He wanted to further study Uchiha Madara's body, and then combine the current Uchiha Madara's cells with Hashirama's cells, using White Zetsu as a carrier to create a powerful body to accommodate himself.

Orochimaru believed that it would be easier to open the Rinnegan and would also allow him to possess greater power.

At that time, even if the Impure World Reincarnation technique was used, even Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha might not be able to break free from his restraints.

"If I could get Xiujun's cells..."

While Orochimaru was busy, he couldn't help but have some fantasies in his mind.

But he also knew that this was impossible.

……

In Konoha Village, Hideo Hoshita, who lives a leisurely life, has no idea that Orochimaru is still coveting his body.

He seemed to be completely retired, living at home with Tsunade, Uzumaki Kushina, and Yakushi Nono every day.

Half a month passed in a flash.

The meeting at the Hokage Building finally came to an end.

One day, Minato Namikaze came home to report his work to Hide Hoshita and Tsunade.
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Although Hoshita Hide and Tsunade had previously stated that Namikaze Minato could make the decision, he had to come and report.

It's not just because he hasn't officially become the Fifth Hokage yet.

Namikaze Minato was even more sober and aware that without the pressure from Hoshita Hide, the other four major ninja villages would not be able to merge into Konoha.

"Teacher Xiu, Fourth Hokage, Kakashi and the others have already gone to the four major ninja villages to compile the rosters of the ninjas in each village."

Namikaze Minato said: "After that, we plan to carry out joint missions to promote the coordination of ninjas from various ninja villages."

Xing Xiaxiu nodded slightly after hearing this.

This is a great idea.

Namikaze Minato continued, "After several discussions about the name of the fusion, we unanimously decided to build Tennin Castle and move all the ninjas there, just like the various ninja villages today, making it a ninja city."

"However, the major ninja villages will continue to be retained as the five major branches of the future Tennin City."

"This is also to allow for better responses to emergencies from all parties in the future."

Xingxia Xiu smiled and said, "There's really no need to burn the original things. History also needs to be remembered."

"The Ninja Village is also part of the era and part of history. This history does not need to be covered up."

"Besides having the function of being a must-stay, the ninja village can also be used as a tourist destination in the future!"

Tsunade asked, "So, has the location of the Tennin Village been determined?"

Namikaze Minato said: "It's not completely confirmed yet."

"But the general location has been identified. From a global perspective, the Bird Kingdom, the Rain Kingdom, and the Grass Kingdom are the most suitable."

"They are at the core of the entire ninja world, especially the core of the ninja continent."

"It's just that we haven't been able to reach a consensus yet. The Bird Country, the Rain Country, and the Grass Country all have supporters."

Xingxia Xiu nodded slightly. The Land of Grass, the Land of Rain, and the Land of Birds are all suitable from a geographical point of view.

However, in terms of terrain and environment, these three places have their own disadvantages.

For example, in the Rain Country, there is too much rain.

Although there is good feedback from Nagato now, it cannot be completed in a short period of time.

The Grass Kingdom is a basin-shaped country with lush vegetation, no less than the Grass Kingdom. In terms of terrain, it can even be said to be easy to defend and difficult to attack.

But for Tianren City, does it need to be easy to defend and difficult to attack?

The basin's terrain is a bit petty.

The Bird Kingdom, on the other hand, has a flat terrain, but it is sandwiched between the Wind Kingdom and the Earth Kingdom, so the environment is not very good and is relatively dry.

"Minato, where do you think would be a good place?"

Xingxia Xiu asked.

Namikaze Minato said: "If I have to choose one from these three countries, the Rain Country should be the best choice."

Xingxia Xiu turned to look at Tsunade: "Tsunade, what do you think?"

Tsunade said calmly: "For us, there is actually not much difference between these three locations."

"No matter which one is not perfect, it needs some transformation."

"So, how much difference does it make for us to transform them?"

Xingxia Xiu smiled when he heard this: "In that case, Minato, then let's choose the Rain Country!"

"Tell Nagato and the others to speed up, and arrange for Nawaki, Xuanyi and the others to go to the Rain Country to improve the environment."

"In the past, there was too much rain in the Rain Country, and soil erosion was quite serious."

"Let them plant more trees."

Namikaze Minato nodded in agreement.

Xingxia Xiu asked again: "Although the Rain Country is a small country, it is not small for a city. Minato, have you considered where to build the city?"

Namikaze Minato had obviously been prepared for this, and he said directly: "In the northern part of the Rain Country, on the southern foot of the mountain range, the northern mountain is close to the water."

Xingxiaxiu smiled and said, "Then let's decide it this way."

Tsunade then said, "Minato, you arrange for people to prepare, and you will succeed the Fifth Hokage in three days."

"As the Fifth Hokage, it is more legitimate to oversee the construction of Tennin Castle and the integration of the Shinobi Village."

Xingxia Xiu also nodded in agreement.

Namikaze Minato felt a little embarrassed: "Is this...isn't this too hasty?"

"No rush, no rush."

Xing Xiaxiu smiled and said, "Those who are capable should work harder. The future world belongs to you young people."

"We are all old, it's time for us to retire and enjoy life."

Namikaze Minato didn't know whether to laugh or cry when he heard this. He quickly said, "Teacher Xiu, the Fourth Hokage, there is one more important thing."

"The leader of Tiannin City is temporarily known as the God of Ninja, but I'm afraid that this role is most suitable for you, Mr. Xiu."

Xingxia Xiu shook his head: "Minato, you don't have to feel that you are unworthy of the title of Ninja God."

"Back then, Hanzo was known as a demigod. The god of ninja before him was the Shodaime, and the one after that was me."

"But your strength is not bad either. You can use Zero Tail Sage Mode and Ice Release. You are not inferior to the Shodaime and me back then."

He laughed again as he spoke, "And you also have the Flying Thunder God Jutsu, not to mention that this isn't your limit."

"I believe in your talent, and I look forward to the day when you can cultivate the Dao-Seeking Jade."

"Minato, don't worry too much."

After hearing this, Minato Namikaze was deeply moved and immediately said solemnly: "Teacher Xiu, I will not let you down!"

Xingxia Xiu smiled and patted Namikaze Minato's shoulder: "Just do it!"

...Three days later.

In front of the Hokage Building, witnessed by the villagers of Konoha and the top leaders of the major ninja villages, Namikaze Minato took the conical hat symbolizing the Hokage from Tsunade and put it on.

The Fifth Hokage, please join me!

Looking at the familiar divine robe of Minato Namikaze, Hoshita Hide also sighed a little.

The current Minato Namikaze is much more powerful than before.

He is even stronger than Minato Namikaze, who was reincarnated through the Impure World Reincarnation and possesses half of the Nine-Tails.

Although the Zero-Tailed Sage Mode is not as strong as the Nine-Tailed Fox Mode, Minato Namikaze still masters the Ice Escape.

And as Hideo Hoshita said before, with Minato Namikaze's talent, he has a bright future in the future.

Look at Kakashi, Nawaki, Uchiha Obito, Uchiha Itachi, Uchiha Shisui and the others, they are full of vitality!

The younger ones include his son Xuanyi, Menma, and Uchiha Sasuke.

“It’s really exciting!”

Xingxiaxiu sighed inwardly and felt a sense of accomplishment.

……

After Minato Namikaze took over as the Fifth Hokage, Hoshita Hide became more relaxed.

Even Pharmacist Nono resigned from his position at Konoha Hospital.

The children are older now and don't need as much supervision as before.

So Xingxia Xiu suggested a spontaneous trip, taking the three girls from Konoha and traveling around.

They were extremely leisurely, but Kakashi and the others were busy as dogs.

Even the retired Sarutobi Hiruzen, Mito Kado En, and Utane Koharu are busy.

The land of rain.

High up in the tower, bathed in sunlight, Konan said to Yahiko beside her, "It's been sunny for three days now. I don't think I've seen sunshine like this many times in the Land of Rain."

Yahiko smiled brightly, "This proves that Nagato and the others' measures are effective."

"I never thought that the scene in my dream would come true one day!"

Xiaonan smiled and said, "Weren't you always full of confidence and enthusiasm?"

Yahiko said, "That's because we must have this kind of confidence and motivation in order to keep going."

"Luckily, we met Teacher Xiu. If it weren't for Teacher Xiu, Uchiha Madara's conspiracy would have succeeded, and Otsutsuki Kaguya might have ruled the ninja world again, and we might all have become White Zetsu."

Xiaonan said with a bit of surprise: "I heard that Teacher Xiu went out to travel with his wife and others."

Yahiko shrugged: "Teacher Xiu has done what he should do. Now it is of course our turn as young people to take responsibility."

"We can't let Teacher Xiu do everything alone, right?"

Konan nodded, then suddenly said shyly, "Yahiko..."

Yahiko turned to look at Konan: "What's wrong?"

Xiaonan bit her lip and said, "Let's...let's have a child too!"

Yahiko was stunned for a moment, then nodded with a smile on his face: "Okay!"

After saying that, he suddenly said, "Shouldn't we urge that kid Nagato to find a girl quickly?"

Xiaonan nodded repeatedly after hearing this, and then said excitedly: "Leave this matter to me!"

Time passed unknowingly and it was September.

The country of tea.

In a hotel, late at night, Xingxia Xiu suddenly opened his eyes.

It's time to refresh the status bar.

Although it has been a long time since he refreshed a status worthy of his attention, it is still worth looking forward to.

Current status: Immortal
Note: In this state, you have the qualifications to become an immortal.

Refresh countdown: 364 days 23:59:57
Looking at the new situation, Xingxiaxiu's eyelids twitched.

Wow, finally a useful state.

The talent of an immortal...hiss, which immortal is this referring to?
The Sage of the Ninja World, or...

Xingxia Xiu closed his eyes and carefully felt his current situation.

Soon, Xingxiaxiu opened her eyes again, full of surprise.

He is undoubtedly very powerful now.

The amount of chakra is huge, no less than when he became the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki.

Absorbing natural energy and becoming an immortal is as easy as eating and drinking water.

Moreover, compared to his previous immortal state, he no longer has any facial makeup, not even eye shadow.

He achieved the same thing as the Sage of Six Paths.

However, Xingxia Xiu still couldn't make his spirit body absorb natural energy and transform it into chakra.

In other words, if he loses his physical body, his chakra will be depleted sooner or later.

There is no way to be like the Six Paths Sage, who can restore chakra and cheat for others even in the spirit state.

however.

In the state of immortal qualifications, Xing Xia Xiu actually discovered that he could directly absorb natural energy.

The body absorbs natural energy to replenish physical strength.

This is just like the sacred tree absorbing natural energy and turning it into its own chakra.

Kaguya Otsutsuki definitely can't do this.

Xing Xiaxiu couldn't do it even after eating the fruit of the sacred tree.

Xingxia Xiu didn't know whether the Six Paths Sage could do it.

But he speculated that it couldn't be done.

This is completely different from absorbing natural energy to create immortal power in the spiritual state.

"Very good, very good!"

Xing Xiaxiu was very excited.

He glanced at Tsunade and the others who were sleeping beside him, and his spirit left his body silently, leaving the hotel and going to the rooftop to sit cross-legged in the air.

Then, Xingxiaxiu's spirit tried to absorb natural energy.

Then it was discovered that spirits can also directly absorb natural energy to replenish losses.

"This means I have an endless supply of chakra..."

Xingxia Xiu was excited, then fell into deep thought.

How is this done?
No clue.

So mysterious.

"Looks like I need to return to Konoha to research my own cells."

"One year..."

Xingxia Xiu thought: "If I can't figure it out in a year, then I will lose this ability in a year."

"So, I have to be prepared for both scenarios."

"If there is no way to solidify this situation, then we have to settle for the next best thing."

"I have to develop the ability to absorb natural energy and create immortal power in my spiritual state."

"At least...at least do it like the Sage of Six Paths."

"Although I have eaten the fruit of the sacred tree and my life span is short, I don't need to worry too much about it, but Tsunade and the others..."

Now Xingxiaxiu is no longer just about one person feeding the whole family.

He had more things to think about.

Tsunade and the others didn't cheat, so Xingxia Xiu had to be their cheat. (End of this chapter)