Konoha: Unable to learn ninjutsu, they had to develop their own.

"It's not possible yet. Hey, you're a genius for coming up with this method, but can it really succeed?"

"It's worth a try."

On an island.

In front of Chiba, Naruto and Sasuke sat cross-legged, their chakra clashing intensely.

They all received interstitial cells transplanted.

and.

These are not ordinary Hashirama cells, but cells that Chiba created by fusing the tailed beast's chakra to create a fake Divine Tree, and then transplanted from that fake Divine Tree.

Its characteristics have transcended the scope of interstitial cells.

In a sense...

"Are you still here? Any progress?"

It may not have any value to the spotted or black-haired creatures, so releasing it is fine.

To ensure that Black Zetsu is completely killed.

Chiba paused for a moment, then added, "There are some people secretly involved."

Kakashi's mask moved slightly, and he continued, "He's probably taken the bait. Madara might have already been resurrected, and Orochimaru seems to be making some moves as well."

"Will it succeed?"

Black Zetsu would definitely be wary of his methods, so he had to stay behind the scenes.

None of this is a problem.

"Can't you?"

Nine-tailed foxes perched on his shoulder.

"Ah."

Also.

The corpse no longer had Sharingan.

Black Zetsu could never have imagined that Naruto and Sasuke could use the power of the Six Paths to seal him inside.

Before the great battle, Chiba will also release Obito's corpse and the other half of Black Zetsu from the alternate dimension—

What is Madara's current strength?

Chiba is hard to say.

Kakashi paused for a moment, then said, "Yes, as you said, we intensified the search. Although we didn't find that person, we did find some traces."

Chiba shook his head. "You don't really expect them to fight Madara right now, do you?"

As long as no one obtains those Sharingan eyes, no one can release them, and if necessary, the Kamui Sharingan can be destroyed inhumanely.

As for the Black Zetsu in that space...

Aside from those aliens and Madara, only Naruto and Sasuke in the world are capable of transplanting them.

It's mainly about Ban's side.

Chiba said, "I need them to catch Black Zetsu off guard and seal him inside again."

"It doesn't matter. Orochimaru knows what to choose. We're sending out our ninjutsu one by one. He won't be so foolish as to choose Black Zetsu."

"In a sense, it is possible. Besides, this thing is only meant to unleash their deep potential so that their strength doesn't become a hindrance."

Chiba had explained it many times, but clearly Kurama hadn't taken it to heart at all. "If you put the Rinnegan and the power of the Six Paths into Nagato's body now, you're going to kill him."

however.

"He can't do it."

"Rely on the two of them?"

"Theoretically, that's true, but it's just a minor stigmata, I can handle it myself without them having to lift a finger."

Kurama looked at the two of them and said, "I feel like they're still very strong now. Madara back then was probably only this strong. Even if he's been resurrected, he probably hasn't become that much stronger, right?"

but.

Subsequently.

Chiba nodded.

"secretly?"

His physical skills are definitely not weak, but his physical condition is hard to say.

The nine-tailed fox looked at him and Kakashi suspiciously.

Since that guy doesn't have the Rinnegan, everything is fine. We can just kill Madara when he comes out and then seal Black Zetsu away.

"Have."

As he was speaking, a figure suddenly appeared on the island.

"Hmm, it feels like you're outsmarting thin air. Actually, we can just charge in. The other one can be used by Nagato or someone else to use Six Paths Chibaku Tensei."

"So, such a person really does exist?"

"Correct."

Kakashi nodded. "That organization might have been secretly building up its strength as well. Who knows, they might be the ones who contacted Orochimaru recently."

"That's it."

Chiba stood up, narrowing his eyes. "It seems I need to go and have a talk with Orochimaru."

"what are you guys saying?"

"We were talking about a person named Cixian. He might also possess that kind of power, a variable in my plan, but I didn't know before if he was still alive."

Chiba explained, then looked up at the sky, “There should also be a branch of the Otsutsuki clan on the moon.”

Otsutsuki Toneri.

“Kakashi-sensei, now that you have found traces of Jigen’s existence, let’s assume that such an immortal being is alive and then formulate a new plan.”

Chiba said decisively, "You and Kai-sensei will deal with Madara, I'll handle Jigen!"

"it is good."

Kakashi didn't refuse.

Now that he is no longer bound by the Sharingan, aside from the abilities related to the Sharingan, his other strengths have actually improved to some extent.

Madara doesn't have the Rinnegan or Mangekyou Sharingan, but he's fearless when he teams up with Guy.

……

In another place, inside a dimly lit cave.

Orochimaru was conducting a study when suddenly he stopped what he was doing, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.

With a stomp of his foot, chakra spread, and the silencing barrier dissipated.

"You're here again."

"Heh, we can cooperate, can't we? Do you want to be imprisoned here for the rest of your life?"

"That's what the black shadow said."

Orochimaru smiled slightly.

"Indeed, but even if we had to choose, it might not be you, would it? What strength do you have left now?"

He turned around and looked at the dark figure.

"Take a look at your current forces: a bunch of White Zetsu, and you, plus Madara who just revived? How much strength does he still have? Probably less than one-tenth of him."

"Originally, we did have only this many people, but..."

Black Zetsu admitted it.

Our own strength is somewhat weak right now.

but.

He has found a new ally.

"Oh?"

“Some things have changed recently, and I’ve found a reliable friend for now.”

Black Zetsu chuckled.

Orochimaru was silent for a moment, then said, "What can you possibly give me?"

"Freedom, the freedom to conduct unlimited research, whatever you want, we can provide it to you."

Black Absolute bewitched him.

Orochimaru chuckled hoarsely, then waved his hand.

"You can leave now. Although I don't want to cooperate with your sunken ship, I won't provide them with any intelligence."

"Of course, you can try it too..."

"Let's see if you can kill me!"

The light reflected in Orochimaru's pupils.

Black Zetsu remained silent for a few seconds, then quickly disappeared from the spot.

Kill Orochimaru?

Let alone the fact that he doesn't have that ability now.

Yes, it exists.

This sticky, chewing thing—who knows if it's really dead? What if it comes back to life and exposes their secrets? That would only make things worse.

Orochimaru now...

Most people were just there to watch the spectacle.