Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 185 Obito: Carrying an Old Man with Him

"Peace is hard to come by!"

Orochimaru sighed.

war……

From Hashirama Senju to their generation, many people in every era have been exploring and searching for ways to achieve peace.

Because everyone suffered the pain of war.

however.

The closest example is probably Hashirama Senju from back then. He used his overwhelming strength, which was almost invincible in the world, to the point that no one could even think of retaliating or invading.

Although Orochimaru has long forgotten his original self, deep down he still hopes for world peace, but...

It was precisely because he saw and knew too much that he felt he couldn't do it.

but.

He turned his head, a smile appearing on his face.

"Kyohiko-kun, perhaps you can bring peace to the world for a while, just like Hashirama Senju did back then."

"A peaceful era is not bad."

Jingyan chuckled softly.

That's been decades!

It is already an incredible thing for a person to be able to live a stable life for several decades.

only……

He sighed.

"What we fear is whale fall after a whale dies."

"Whale fall?"

Orochimaru thought for a moment and said, "I remember, this is a phenomenon that occurs after a whale dies. After they die, they are dismembered by various predators in the ocean..."

He quickly understood what Jingyan meant.

The fall of a powerful figure could bring about an even more terrible upheaval!

Just as after Hashirama Senju died, the ninja world actually experienced more than a decade of continuous turmoil. Although there were a few years of relative stability, there were still a lot of friction and battles during that period.

only……

The scale has not yet developed to the level of "war".

The fall of a dominant power is often accompanied by long-term resource competition, which is different from but somewhat similar to a whale fall.

He sighed, "Kyohiko-kun's words are often thought-provoking. According to you, the appearance of a strong person brings temporary peace, but it will also cause the ninja world to be compressed tightly like a spring..."

Therefore, once the spring relaxes, the resulting force will be extremely strong.

"This is still not peace!"

At this point, Orochimaru suddenly changed his heavy tone, his voice and emotions rising, "Kyohiko-kun, if your teacher heard these words, he would definitely be so angry that he would jump up and down, and then fly into a rage of impotence."

Initially, Orochimaru believed he understood Kyohiko, thinking that Kyohiko, like himself, was someone who sought the secrets and fundamentals of ninjutsu.

Later, he discovered that wasn't the case.

This child's abilities and wisdom are extraordinary; he must be someone similar to Tobirama Senju.

And now.

He had a vague feeling that no one could compare to Kyohiko.

This child is a unique individual with limitless potential, possessing extraordinary imagination, a visionary mindset, and advanced wisdom that are difficult for ordinary people to comprehend.

"I'm gone."

Orochimaru waved his hand, a slight smile playing on his lips.

but.

After walking a few steps, he stopped.

"Kyohiko-kun, I'm betting my future on you. I believe you can lead us to a better peace."

After Orochimaru finished speaking, his figure disappeared.

Jingyan was somewhat surprised.

For Orochimaru, this can almost be considered as—

He will be on my side!

Jingyan paused for a moment, then chuckled softly.

This is a pleasant surprise!

……

You've brought a brand new bloodline limit back to the village!

Konoha's future is increasingly bright.

[Reward: Wood Release: Amber Technique (Beginner)]

amber……

Jingyan was slightly surprised, but quickly realized what was going on.

Yes.

Crystallization and amber have completely different but similar properties, and they can share some common techniques.

The system replacement was quite ingenious.

amber--

This thing is worth studying!

If one can master the art of amber, even to the point of being an expert or master, it will certainly be of great use in future battles.

but.

Based on the properties of amber, its weaknesses may also be quite obvious—

Flammable!

If used properly, it can also be an advantage.

Jingyan already had several ideas in mind.

However, the key right now is communication with the mother and daughter.

Asami smoothed her hair, her eyes red-rimmed, and bowed deeply while hugging the girl: "Thank you, Lord Kyohiko! My daughter and I have no way to repay you."

"No need for repayment. Your good life and growth in Konoha is the best repayment for Konoha."

Jingyan said with a smile.

Mami paused for a moment, then nodded slightly: "Yes, I understand what you mean, but if it weren't for you, Guren's situation might be completely different..."

"Just live your life well."

Jingyan looked at Honglian.

Honglian is still very young, only six years old. She's neither too old nor too young, and after some practice, she'll be of school age.

"After a while, you can apply to the Hokage to enroll your child in school. As for yourself, although you will receive some subsidies, you still need to find a way to survive as soon as possible."

"Kyohiko said."

Given Mami's personality and past experiences, she probably won't become a ninja again.

Mami bowed gratefully.

she knows.

These are already very good conditions. In fact, for some time now, she has been enjoying the benefits of Konoha without giving anything in return.

She thought for a moment and said, "I know some basic ninjutsu. I heard that Konoha sponsors an orphanage, is that right?"

"Yes, it's a small orphanage that mainly takes in orphans who lost their families in the war."

Jingyan nodded.

Asami said, "I hope to become one of them, after all..."

She looked down at Honglian.

Having experienced the same suffering of war in her own family, she hoped to help more people.

A bright smile appeared on Jingyan's face.

"Madam, you have already grasped the Will of Fire!"

"Huh? Me? I don't even qualify..."

Mami was flustered by what she was told.

Kyohiko smiled and said, "The so-called Will of Fire has its great side, but when applied to an individual, it is the empathy that one does not want others to suffer the same pain after suffering oneself, and the determination to sacrifice oneself to protect others."

"Don't you have that kind of determination?"

He asked a question in return.

Mami nodded immediately: "Of course, if I could become a part of the orphanage, I would do everything in my power to protect those children!"

"That's right. The Will of Fire isn't that complicated. As long as everyone shares the same goal and belief, they are truly a part of Konoha."

Kyohiko said earnestly, "Welcome, Madam. In spirit, you are already a Konoha person."

"Thank you! Thank you so much!"

At this moment, Mami suddenly felt a strong sense of identification with Konoha. This feeling was very subtle, stemming from her and her child's fortunate encounter on one hand, and from the "Will of Fire" on the other.

Having experienced suffering myself, I don't want others to go through the same pain...

That's so well said!

Mami was overwhelmed with emotion.

"Honglian, do you support me?"

"Of course, whatever Mom does is right."

……

In the Uchiha clan's territory at night, Obito opened the scroll and, using the method he learned from Shisui, quickly broke the seal on it.

Although he heard the "spot" explain the method of "peace," he was still not at ease.

He wants to see it with his own eyes!

A few seconds later, the technique was laid out, and a symbol appeared on the scroll.

One by one, the words appeared.

On the other side of the scroll was a book, a rare ninjutsu manual written by Madara Uchiha himself, which he borrowed to compare with the scroll.

This was a method Obito came up with after cramming at the Ninja Academy during the day.

A dozen seconds later, Obito's eyes widened, his heart pounding with excitement.

Really!

With his Sharingan, he could observe every detail of the writing. Obito was able to determine that the two writing styles were very similar and, according to ninja handwriting analysis, they could be identified as being written by the same person.

The scroll truly carries the legacy of Madara Uchiha!

but.

The remaining text on the scroll, however, is shocking.

Infinite Tsukuyomi Project!

If everyone in the world were to enter the illusion of Infinite Tsukuyomi, they would live peacefully and happily within the illusion, free from worldly strife, and there would be no more war or death in the world.

This is a crazy plan!

Obito licked his lips, but couldn't help trembling all over; his mind was more active than ever before.

In the world of illusion, there is no war or chaos; everything is beautiful.

Does that kind of world really exist?

"Perhaps, Madara was simply insane back then. Such a world doesn't exist, nor does such a plan; it was all just his delusion!"

"I should give it to the clan chief, or to Shisui."

"Clan leader, Shisui is definitely smarter than me and better able to distinguish the truth from falsehood. If that's really the case..."

Obito's brain was working at lightning speed.

Since "Bandit" can't leave the Naka River, I don't need to worry about being discovered after informing on him. Besides, that guy might be eliminated later.

just.

His hand holding the scroll trembled slightly, unable to put it down.

Really handed it in...

Can the clan leaders and their ilk make good use of this?

Who knows, it might bring disaster to the Uchiha clan instead. Madara probably thought the same thing back then, which is why he chose to leave and fight alone, leaving the Uchiha clan in the village.

In this way, Madara's actions would be purely personal and would not implicate his family.

Obito's vision gradually cleared.

Whether what was said above is true or false, he wants to go and see for himself and give it a try!

The legacy of the freckles...

If I could inherit that person's legacy, I would have the power to achieve my goals and ideas, so that Lin wouldn't have to be so busy at the hospital anymore.

There are many more kind-hearted people like Lin.

"Peace is the only way to save humanity!"

"Rin, I will become someone greater than Kakashi, and I will show you..."

"My Change!"

Obito remained resolute, carefully putting away the scroll before diligently reading the book he had received, his mind preoccupied with what to do next.

Leave Konoha?

He thought of the Nanga River.

Perhaps we should go there and take a look!

Obito got up and quietly left the clan's territory under the cover of night, heading towards the Naka River.

……

The starlight was like water.

Obito felt as if he were running wildly toward his ideal.

Feeling uneasy yet determined.

A deeply conflicted state of mind.

"It feels like I'm walking down the same path as Madara-senpai. Did he feel the same way back then?"

At this moment, Obito was incredibly immature and delusional.

He was talking to himself in the wilderness.

Hidden in the shadows, Black Jue's lips curled into a slight smile, and he chuckled softly.

A chuunibyou (middle school syndrome) teenager is much easier to control than someone as calm and intelligent as Shisui!

but.

His ability to stop the water flow also shocked him.

He had already awakened his Sharingan before the age of six and had mastered its usage skillfully. Such talent was even more monstrous than Obito's, who directly awakened the two tomoe.

If Uchiha Shisui had received guidance from Madara, he might have become a true second Uchiha Madara, just like the Wood Release kid from Konoha...

Although he didn't receive instruction from Hashirama Senju, under the guidance of generations of Konoha's ideology, the Wood Release Kid's thinking is almost identical to that of the Senju brothers back then, like a wondrous inheritance.

He wanted a puppet that was easy to control, not a real second Ban.

They followed him all the way to the secret room in the Namaka River.

Obito shouted, "Madara-senpai, are you there?"

"I'm listening."

The sound echoed in the darkness.

Without candles lit, the scene was rather eerie.

Obito swallowed hard and said, "Senior, now that I've unsealed your scroll, I believe what you said is true. What should I do next?"

"You will never get what you want in Konoha. Only by leaving Konoha will you have a chance to survive."

Black Zetsu replied calmly.

Obito thought for a moment and said, "But I'm still very weak, and I'm just an ordinary student. How can I possibly leave Konoha?"

"Don't worry, I definitely have a way."

Black Zetsu chuckled.

Obito breathed a sigh of relief and said, "I knew you had a way, that's why I came to you for guidance!"

"I can possess your body, and then, with my power, you can escape. We can go find the real Uchiha Madara together!"

Black Zetsu answered.

Obito's eyes widened, first in shock, then in fear: "What do you mean? You're not...?"

"Of course I'm not. I'm just a special chakra, a spiritual entity formed by combining some special powers of my ancestors. I can't even be considered a living being. How could I possibly be the real Uchiha Madara?"

Black Zetsu answered.

Obito's mind raced, but clearly, his limited knowledge and thinking prevented him from fully comprehending Black Zetsu's words.

After scratching his head, he said, "I don't really understand."

"You can think of me as a part of Madara, a clone, but not the real him. I can sense his presence, so I can confirm he's not dead!"

Black Zetsu said, "I can take you to them!"

"good!"

Obito nodded emphatically.

"Then, from now on, you must follow my commands. I'm going to reside in your body."

"What do I need to do?"

Obito was a little nervous.

Black Zetsu thought for a moment and asked, "Do you know the art of contracts?"

"Won't."