I will traverse countless worlds and become a god entirely on my own!

Zetsu's eyes flickered. Since they needed to use Orochimaru at this point, they would naturally have to make some sacrifices.

Orochimaru was somewhat disappointed, but also curious about Zetsu's purpose in contacting him: "So, you're not here to meet the Akatsuki?"

This definitely wasn't sent by Payne; these guys came on their own.

Orochimaru isn't stupid.

I discovered this as soon as I joined Akatsuki. It seems there are two factions within Akatsuki, and Zetsu, who doesn't seem very strong, seems to have ulterior motives.

"We hope you can revive a few people using the Impure World Reincarnation technique. We can then provide you with some things that interest you!"

Jue stated his purpose directly: he needed to resurrect a few people.

Not right either.

It's not just a few people, but many people need to be resurrected. To deal with Byakuya's Ninja Alliance, all those who died in the past must be resurrected.

"Who?"

resurrection?

Orochimaru's research on this technique isn't exactly a secret, but generally, very few people would ask him to use it. Even though he's almost finished researching it, the effect of the Impure World Reincarnation isn't satisfactory, so he's been constantly working on improving this ninjutsu.

But no matter how much he improved it, Orochimaru found that it seemed impossible to change anything. It didn't seem to be his fault, but rather that the offering was not good enough.

Regardless, this was not the outcome Orochimaru desired.

"Hashirama Senju, Tobirama Senju, and Hiruzen Sarutobi, these are the Kage."

Currently, they lack high-end combat power. As for Uchiha Madara, Zetsu is not planning to talk to Orochimaru for the time being. They will see later, since revealing Obito's identity and keeping it hidden are two different plans.

"Interesting, but what do I get in return?"

Although Orochimaru sensed that the other party would definitely ask for these people, he also knew very well that he wouldn't make a move if he couldn't get something in return.

These guys could turn on you if you're not careful.

Therefore, he must obtain something in order to achieve this.

Over the next period of time, Orochimaru's excitement grew stronger and stronger. He felt as if he had touched the truth of the world, and he also wanted to see whether the strongest in the past or the strongest in the present was more powerful.

In the end, both parties ended the conversation with satisfactory answers.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 137 Shizune: Lady Tsunade, don't think I don't know your secret with the Hokage!

"Lady Tsunade, the fighting on the northern front has ended."

On the Sand Village battlefield, after learning that Byakuya had dealt with the northern battlefield, Tsunade suddenly looked up at Shizune.

Although Tsunade did not believe that Byakuya would fail, a man with the Mangekyou Sharingan and Wood Release would never be defeated by those ninja villages. If he failed, it would be a desecration of Wood Release and the Mangekyou Sharingan, and of the Uchiha and Senju clans.

But Tsunade hadn't expected Byakuya to resolve the war there so quickly.

"Yes, according to what they said, Lord Baiye directly ordered the entire enemy force to be mobilized, and then they were all dealt with by Lord Baiye. I heard that he even used the Senju clan's Sage Art Myojinmon, Lady Tsunade!"

Does he even know magic?

As Tsunade listened to Shizune's report, a slight doubt arose in her mind. She didn't recall him signing a summoning contract.

Is there any other place in the ninja world besides the three holy lands where one can cultivate sage techniques?

It seems this kid also has many secrets that I don't know.

Tsunade realized she had underestimated Shizune. She looked up at Shizune, who had a slightly admiring expression on her face, and was speechless. "Should I introduce you to her?"

"Why is this so embarrassing?"

Silently scratched the back of her head, smiling sheepishly.

She simply admired him; after all, her own Hokage was too strong, so it was normal for her to admire him. She never thought about having any other kind of relationship with Bai Ye, since she was much older than Bai Ye.

He probably wouldn't like a woman older than himself, right?

And

Shizune had heard some rumors before, that Tsunade and Byakuya had a long talk in the Hokage's office, but what they talked about is currently unknown, according to insiders.

"Is that so? I was just saying I'd introduce you to someone if you liked her. Maybe she'd like your type too. Now that the war over there is over, we should end the war here in the Sand Village as soon as possible. Are Yekura and Terumi Mei ready?"

After a series of small-scale skirmishes, the Sand Ninja seem to be preparing to break through Konoha's defenses and then directly attack the Land of Fire.

Because the Sand Village is also well aware that they have very few people here, mostly Kirigakure. However, the Kirigakure has also sent out many ninja to deal with the ninja from other small countries. This is a war against the entire ninja world, not just against the Sand Village.

The Sand Village naturally took advantage of the fact that the Cloud Village and the Iwa Village were holding back the Leaf Village. They believed that if the Sand Village attacked sooner, they might gain a lot of benefits, so they were more eager. In addition, the Sand Village itself was constantly in conflict, and only by fighting could they temporarily stabilize the internal situation. Therefore, they did not want to wait any longer.

If they wait for the Mist Shadow to free up his forces and for Yagura to join the battle, they will naturally fail, given that they already lack the advantage in high-end combat power.

"We're here, so you're preparing for a major counterattack?"

Mei Terumi lifted the curtain and entered the tent. The Sand Village battlefield was much simpler than before, and she actually wanted to finish it off as soon as possible and then go to support Byakuya.

It's not because of love.

It's because if Bai Ye loses, their Wuying will also lose. They've already been dragged onto Bai Ye's pirate ship, and it's obviously impossible for them to get off. They can only follow Bai Ye down this dark path.

"I can't wait."

Ye Cang couldn't wait any longer; she wanted to go to the battlefield and eliminate Luo Sha and those high-ranking officials who had betrayed her.

The Sand Village, which he once loved, was about to betray him in order to seek an alliance with the Mist Village.

Ironically, he is now cooperating with Kirigakure to fight against Sand Village.

"A counterattack is definitely going to happen, but the advantage is already very clear. Byakuya has completely eliminated the Iwa ninja and the Kumo ninja. They have surrendered and accepted his proposal. They are currently negotiating. I was originally planning to tell the Sand ninja about this and ask them to give up resistance, but let's talk about your problem after you've resolved this matter."

Tsunade told the two that Byakuya had already dealt with the Cloud Village and the Iwa Village.

Originally, she planned to tell the Sand Village the news, so that they would know they were isolated and helpless and would surrender quickly, and her side would not need to expend too much fighting power.

However, considering Yekura's past experience of being betrayed, this matter is certainly not as simple as just surrendering.

"You mean Bai Ye won? Are you kidding me?"

Just kidding, this really is a joke.

Mei Terumi stared wide-eyed at Tsunade in disbelief, feeling that this was not what she had expected.

According to his own plan, shouldn't he have eliminated the Sand Village himself, then returned to the battlefield above to provide support, where the Hokage was struggling to hold on, and finally won the war thanks to his efforts, expressing his gratitude to him with tears in his eyes?

I haven't even appeared yet, how come you've already solved it?

"We've won. They've already surrendered, so we don't need to be under so much pressure. Once we take care of those people, we can end this war."

Tsunade had no reason to lie, especially since she emphasized it twice.

Even Yecang was surprised by Baiye's strength. He actually took down Iwa ninja and Kumogakure all by himself. Is this guy a monster?

"Good, good, good! If we take care of them, we're guaranteed to win!"

A hint of excitement flashed across Yuan Shi's face. Now that the war was over, they were certain of victory.

At the same time, he became even more determined to bring Byakuya and Terumi Mei together.

Bai Ye's strength has already demonstrated that as long as Bai Ye lives, this world will be forever suppressed. At this time, as their first ally, they can naturally gain a lot of benefits, but that is far from enough.

He wanted to seize greater benefits for the Mist Ninja, but they wouldn't give them to you for no reason. The best way was to get Mei Terumi and Byakuya together, so that everyone would become even closer.

Summon the ninjas of Konoha and Kirigakure to fight.

From the Sand Village side, Rasa frowned as he looked towards Konoha: "Did they launch a preemptive strike?"

"Yes, they've all arrived. It looks like they're preparing for a final battle!"

The Sand Ninja reported that they were responsible for frontline surveillance. They had noticed Konoha's recent actions and immediately came to inform them.

"It seems like they want to finish us off quickly so they can rush to the aid of the Iwagakure and Kumogakure battlefields?"

Chiyo calmly analyzed that they had not yet received any news about the defeat of the Iwa ninja, and naturally believed that it was because Konoha could no longer hold out on the northern battlefield, which was why they decided to fight them.

Moreover, it's not just the northern battlefield; a new battlefield has also opened up to the east of Konoha.

"Let's fight Konoha directly. Otherwise, if we wait until those guys defeat Konoha, there won't be much benefit for us if we go there later!"

Rasa urgently needs to defeat Konoha to prove himself, and also to stabilize the internal situation.

Because the Sand Village already lacked resources, and because of Konoha's actions, a rift has appeared between the Sand Village and the Land of Wind. Now, the Daimyo is hesitant to trust the Sand Village, so their resources are even scarcer.

They not only need to win this war, but they also need to obtain at least most of Konoha's resources, otherwise Sand Village will collapse on its own.

"Yes, let's have a decisive battle sooner rather than later. Kirigakure won't be able to react in time. If we wait until Kirigakure can free up their forces, it will be difficult for us to deal with them!"

Chiyo and Ebizo also agreed with this. Currently, they have three Kage-level experts, while Konoha only has Tsunade and Mei Terumi who came to provide support.

Once Yagura, the Three-Tails Jinchuriki, arrives, their Kage-level combat power will be balanced, and the combined forces of Kirigakure and Konoha will be a match for Sunagakure.

The Sand Village's prized puppetry and poison techniques proved utterly ineffective against Tsunade, while Jinchuriki possessed the power to turn the tide of battle. Therefore, it seemed unlikely that either side could overcome the challenge.

The two sides were locked in a standoff. Looking at the people from Konoha, Rasa felt quite reassured. Just as he was preparing to launch a war, the appearance of a person made Rasa's eyes widen instantly, and at the same time, a bad premonition spread in Rasa's heart.

"Why is Lady Yekura on the other side?"

"really?"

The Sand Village ninja were stunned when they saw Pakura emerge from among the enemies.

He was a hero of their Sand Village, how could he have gotten involved with those people from Konoha?

"Is Luo Sha surprised?"

Yekura gave a cold smile after seeing Rasa's face.

Seeing Rasa's astonished expression, she suddenly felt a sense of relief, but that wasn't the most satisfying thing. In her opinion, she would only feel truly exhilarated after Rasa experienced the power of the Scorching Release.

"Yakura, you've betrayed the village?"

Luo Sha's face darkened. Although he was somewhat taken aback when he saw Ye Cang, he was not a fool. After realizing what had happened, he naturally labeled Ye Cang as a traitor.

Anyway, I gave Yekura a blank scroll when she carried out the secret mission, so I didn't leave any evidence. As long as I insist that Yekura betrayed the village, then this matter has nothing to do with me.

"what's up?"

Ebizo looked at Rasa strangely. Was this considered her betraying the village?

You haven't asked anything yet, have you?