Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Bai Jue and Ah Huo's lips twitched slightly.

Was the dance beautiful?

As Ah Huo read and pondered more, it gradually discovered that although Lord Ban was indeed a cultured person, his choice of words and way of thinking... well...

It subtly carries a youthful feel!

"Lord Madara is truly a hero!"

Ah-Huo bent down and handed Madara the latest intelligence from Konoha, including minor policy adjustments and a roster of newborn children: "I only regret not meeting Lord Madara sooner, and not being able to witness the full glory of the Asura of the ninja world!"

"Hahahaha!"

Madara laughed, shook his head, and patted Ah Huo's head affectionately: "You, of all these White Zetsu, you're the only one who can always make me happy."

Ban took the briefing and began to read it, looking relaxed.

Ah Huo stood on either side with a forced smile, but he was a little confused.

After learning that Konoha was experiencing a baby boom, Madara told Ho to keep an eye on it and went door-to-door to collect information.

Of course, the main focus was on the Uchiha clan…

But what does this newborn child of Konoha have to do with Madara's plan to start a ninja war?

"Hmm, Hiruzen did a pretty good job."

After a moment, Madara nodded slightly: "Treating civilian ninjas and ninja clans equally and adopting a first-come, first-served approach has achieved the goal of increasing the village's population."

"The Uchiha clan has a strong desire for procreation. This brat named Fugaku even had a second son, named 'Sasuke.' It seems Hiruzen has high hopes for him?"

"This is something we need to focus on in the future."

Madara had also heard of Fugaku's valiant deeds.

In his quest to become stronger, he underwent Izanagi surgery twice, persevering even with only one life left, and ultimately managed to create the rather unique "Magnetic Release"...

Ban admired this greatly; such behavior was considered quite eccentric even in the Warring States period.

I didn't let the Flame Fan down!!

Therefore, Madara, as the clan head, took note of the outstanding younger members of the clan, and incidentally included Fugaku's second son, Sasuke, in his consideration. However, Madara was unaware at this time that Sasuke had looked remarkably like Izuna from birth…

If he were to see Sasuke's cutest childhood form, who knows what kind of expression this ninja demon would make...

"The mindset of a Sengoku ninja like Lord Madara is truly terrifying..."

"They clearly care about Konoha, but isn't this just to see if the Hokage has implemented his policies well? They also care a lot about the Uchiha clan, yet they still want to test them with war..."

"One minute it's love, the next it's hate, what's the point of all this?"

Ah Huo mentally grumbled, while the sounds of their fireside conversations and his occasional encounters with Hiruzen Sarutobi in the village echoed in his ears.

Ah-Huo now feels that the most important thing for a Hokage or leader is emotional stability and coherent thinking. Serving someone like Madara, whose left and right brains are constantly at odds, is too exhausting…

Madara's thoughts at this moment are very similar to those of the Sage of Six Paths.

He loves the ninja world, and if it faces complete annihilation, he will definitely intervene...

However, it has strange demands on the ninja world, and these demands may even destroy the ninja world...

In a sense, it is indeed divine.

He can be called a "god-like person"!

Ban looked at the briefing in his hand and fell silent for a moment.

He suddenly felt a little confused.

He wondered whether he wanted to see Konoha successfully overcome his series of rigorous tests, or he wanted to see Hiruzen Sarutobi fail.

Madara, in the past, envisioned seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi in despair, then appearing before everyone like a savior to recount his grand Infinite Tsukuyomi plan, drawing the entire village into the fold…

But Madara is still very determined about the Infinite Tsukuyomi plan.

But the thought of everyone re-erecting his statue, hanging his flags high, and having his photos displayed in the corridors of the ninja academy...

When he thought back to the moment when his identity was revealed, a sense of fear arose in Madara's heart.

How can I say that?

Yes, Infinite Tsukuyomi can restart the world.

Those who died in the past can also find a perfect life in the world of Infinite Tsukuyomi.

But the suffering they endured before was real and unforgettable.

If Madara could ignore this in the past, it was because the Uchiha clan and Konoha had forgotten about him.

However, his family and village now place him in a very high position.

Even with his own internal, closed-loop logic, Madara found it difficult to look directly at those shocked and disappointed faces…

"Sigh." Madara sighed, thinking to himself:

"If Hiruzen really loses, then I'll have no choice but to truly become Tobirama Senju..."

"I'd better not reveal myself. It's not that I want to hide, but there's no need..."

While Madara was thinking about Tobirama, the voices of the Six Paths Puppets came from the other side of the Mountain Graveyard.

They were also mentioning Tobirama's name.

"Damn defeated bastard! We brothers have lived a life of glory, yet we never discovered that he faked his death back then?" These were the words of the Golden Horn and Silver Horn brothers.

"You two traitors! If Kumogakure and Konoha could cooperate, they would have crushed Iwagakure long ago! Sunagakure is insignificant, and Kirigakure is isolated overseas; the entire continent could be divided in two!"

The Second Raikage was also brought out by Madara. This Kage, who had negotiated peace with Tobirama back then, angrily rebuked:

"It's not even about splitting it equally; if we cooperate and then betray them first, Kumogakure can become the number one hidden village in the ninja world!"

"You utter 'Cloud Village Flash' nonsense! You are the most evil sinners in the history of the Hidden Cloud Village!"

The Golden Horn and Silver Horn brothers exchanged a glance and spread their hands:

"Don't blame us. Cooperating with Tobirama Senju will definitely provoke a united resistance from the other hidden villages. Besides, with your brains, what makes you think you can outmaneuver him?"

Kinkaku rebuked the Second Raikage without backing down, showing no remorse even though he was the one who killed him.

This is a clash of ideologies! I simply lost...

"Don't think that just because you're the Raikage, you're the rightful heir to the will of Kumogakure!"

"The First Raikage sent you to plot and scheme? Let me tell you, if Kumogakure loses its strength and fighting spirit, it's no different from any other hidden village!"

"Give me another chance, and I will still kill you, you traitor. I only regret that in the end, that brute reaped the rewards and made us brothers the sinners..."

"I should have been one step later. He would have come to kill you, and I would have killed him and become the Raikage!"

The Third Raikage was clearly a thorough martial arts fighter, just like the Gold and Silver Brothers.

However, his cleverness lay in not being the first to act, but rather letting them clash with the Second Raikage first, and then cleaning up the mess... Ginkaku nodded repeatedly: "You, a Cloud Ninja, want to outwit Tobirama Senju? Let me tell you, back in the Warring States period when we brothers fought against the Senju clan, you were nothing!"

The Second Raikage's expression froze; he suddenly realized that what the other person said seemed to make some sense...

Cooperating with Tobirama Senju is like dancing with wolves, which is extremely dangerous.

Why didn't I think of that back then?

"It's not that I harmed Kirigakure, but that this chaotic world and Kirigakure have harmed the village!" Hozuki Gengetsu sighed deeply, having repeated this sentence countless times in recent days.

"Ninja! Thief! Tobirama!" Mu gritted his teeth, cursing the Six Paths Puppet's power.

He tried several times to secretly break the Impure World Reincarnation technique, but he couldn't find any flaws.

This technique has been elevated to a higher level by Tobirama Senju; it cannot be altered by ordinary means.

This also made Wu understand why the other party was so confident in letting them act, and even allowed Huan Yue to go to Wuyin to take a look.

This shows they don't consider these shadow figures as opponents...

How arrogant!

"I've known for a long time that Tobirama likes to talk nonsense..."

Ashina, stroking his long beard, glared with rage in his eyes:

"He's so despicable, he actually forbade me to research the number one ninja technique in the world, 'Ten Thousand Seals Body Sealing Seal,' and this little bastard even used the Impure World Reincarnation to deal with me! Fine, fine!"

"By the way, have you really not seen anyone master the technique I mentioned?" Ashina Uzumaki asked, still unwilling to give up.

Like the others mentioned above, he was also a repeater.

Even though White Zetsu Ah-Huo couldn't take it anymore one day and told him that the Land of Whirlpools had been destroyed.

However, Ashina Uzumaki only experienced a brief period of depression at the beginning, and once he learned that there were still members of his clan living in Konoha, he stopped caring...

He kept asking the same question, hoping that these knowledgeable people could give him an answer.

Clearly, they have placed this technique above their own people, and their obsession with it has reached a terrifying level.

"Do you know how powerful my technique is?"

"Foolish Tobirama and my shortsighted daughter have no idea of ​​the value of the 'Ten Thousand Seals'!"

Uzumaki Ashina kept rambling on, "Mito took my manuscript, thinking it would stop me from researching this technique, but I later gained even more perfect inspiration!"

"I have already devised the optimal configuration for sealing techniques within the body. If it can be completed according to my plan, a sufficiently talented ninja could even use their body as a miniature world, trapping not only tailed beasts but also sages within their bodies for their own use!"

Hozuki Gengetsu and Mu exchanged a glance; this pair of sworn enemies were at their wits' end by Uzumaki Ashina's repeated pronouncements.

At first, they still respected this master of sealing techniques, listening to Ashina Uzumaki talk about his techniques with the intention of gathering information and seeking comfort... But later, they, along with Kinkaku, Ginkaku, and the Second Raikage, all laughed as they listened.

Why would anyone think of using sealing techniques to build a second set of meridians and a skeleton?

Although the name of sealing techniques may not sound aggressive, they are by no means benevolent.

If used properly, a single "Four Symbols Seal" can imprison a ferocious tailed beast...

Not to mention that Ashina's vortex was layered upon layered...

How strong and special must the recipient's body be to withstand so many sealing techniques without dying?

Several people got annoyed by the nagging and couldn't help but burst into laughter.

Only Ashina Uzumaki remained, his face flushed as he desperately tried to defend himself, claiming his technique was no less powerful than Sage Art: Wood Release and Perfect Susanoo… “Tobirama Senju!”

Uzumaki Ashina shouted angrily:

"You used Edo Tensei to humiliate me! Do you know what Hashirama would do to you if he found out?!"

"Let me tell you, I'll do things for you, but you have to find me a genius who can inherit the 'Ten Thousand Seals Body Seal,' or this isn't over!"

Madara Uchiha listened silently, a smile playing on his lips.

He didn't silence these Six Paths puppets because each of them was cursing Tobirama in various ways, and as the voice-over of the Mountain Graveyard, it sounded exceptionally pleasant...

This also allowed Madara Uchiha to experience a touch of human warmth outside of Ah-Huo, which may be the reason why his thinking and mental state have improved recently.

Humans are, after all, social animals.

Madara Uchiha gave Ah-Huo a look.

Ah Huo nodded knowingly, walked over to the group, and coughed lightly: "Gentlemen, today, our 'Crimson' organization is officially established."

"Dedicated to harmonizing the ninja world and pursuing true peace, I urge everyone to cooperate sincerely and unite closely around Lord Tobirama. If you have any reasonable requests, please let me know..."

This name was actually suggested by Ah-Huo for Ban.

I initially thought "Akatsuki" sounded better, but after seeing that someone had already used it, I decided to use the crimson color of the Sharingan as the name. It even cleverly evokes the image of Tobirama Senju's eye color…

I'm very satisfied with the freckles.

The group looked at Ah Huo with complicated expressions.

Most of these individuals are ninjas with exceptional sensory abilities, or at the very least, possess basic sensory perception...

You can feel the abundant life force within Ah-Huo, and an aura remarkably similar to Hashirama's...

Everyone is at a loss when it comes to dealing with Tobirama Senju.

Not to mention the shadows and strongmen from other villages, they didn't even spare their own brother!

Studying wood-based energy and cell vitality is one thing, but that's normal.

But based on this, hundreds and thousands of Wood Release monsters have been created. What is the purpose of this?

Without Mito and Hashirama keeping him in check, the ultimate demon of the ninja world has started to go berserk!

"The 'Crimson Organization'? Tobirama Senju, you're finally giving up the pretense?"

Hozuki Gengetsu scratched his head, his expression slightly exaggerated: "Aren't you afraid we'll reveal your identity?"

Wu narrowed his eyes; he was about to temper the spirit and energy of Konoha!

Even if they are enemies of the previous Hokage, should we still keep them determined and fighting spirit?

That bastard really has grand ambitions…

"Please do as you please. Lord Tobirama's rule here is 'Anything not prohibited by law is permissible.' No matter how hard you try, you can't do what he doesn't want you to do."

"On the contrary, anything you can do is something that Lord Tobirama didn't intend to stop."

White Zetsu Ah Huo said with a smile.

This White Zetsu, who was a grotesque and ugly creature a few years ago, now has a hint of being a "Nine Thousand Years Old"!

Ban couldn't help but smile upon hearing this.

The plan has been successfully implemented...

If Konoha can overcome all obstacles, then Madara can remain anonymous in the end, since his youthful spirit has already borne fruit in the ninja world…

It's fine to disguise yourself and go back to Konoha for a visit occasionally. It's not necessary to be recognized in the open. After all, it's normal to be misunderstood by most people when doing things and walking in the dark.

If it ends in a regrettable way, then he will appear wearing the "Tobirama" suit and begin the Infinite Tsukuyomi plan!

Anyway, with Tobi around, plus Madara's Rinnegan's ability to simulate chakra...

Ban is the type who can play whoever he wants.

Moreover, objectively speaking, although he is younger now, he still needs A-Fei to improve his combat stamina...

The son of the divine tree is still of great help to a ninja of his level.

Madara had also considered that if the child Mito was raising received Tobi's help, he might become a "little Hashirama"... "It's all settled, Lord Madara."

Ah Huo negotiated with the members of the "Crimson Organization" for a while, then leisurely returned.

"Well done..."

Madara smiled and squinted at the Gedo Mazo.

Just as Hiruzen Sarutobi is doing his best to improve the strength of everyone in Konoha.

After the Uchiha clan reconciled with Konoha, Madara, feeling that he could face Izuna openly and honestly, missed his younger brother even more and prepared to extract a portion of the Gedo Mazo's life force to revive Izuna!

However, Madara still needs to do some research to ensure that the resurrected Izuna possesses even greater power than when he was at his peak, as a small compensation for his younger brother giving him his eyes back then...

The ninja world is developing too fast.

Even Madara had to admit that while his brother's Mangekyou Sharingan was powerful, it was somewhat outdated in this version and couldn't unleash its full potential...

Therefore, Madara wanted Izuna to be able to return as a strong person at least.

Furthermore, with Izuna by his side, Madara felt more at ease; Izuna was second only to Madara in intelligence among the Uchiha. While Akane was good, Izuna would always be his best second-in-command…

All plans will be executed more smoothly.

Ah-Huo silently watched Madara study the technique, thinking to himself, "Don't tell me, isn't the current Madara exactly the same as the Tobirama Senju I saw in the records?"

"Researching various forbidden techniques, and still longing for Lord Izuna..."

I don't know how much time passed.

Ah Huo tiptoed over:

"Lord Madara, that Sand Village brat has arrived as promised, the one named Sasori..."

"Okay, let him in. You go and talk to him..." Madara nodded casually.

A few days ago, White Zetsu detected that Sasori was about to attack the Third Kazekage. Madara sent Mu and Gengetsu Hozuki to stop him, telling him that if he wanted to find the meaning of life, he should come to him…

After hesitating for some time, Sasori finally arrived at the agreed-upon area and, led by White Zetsu, came to the Mountain Graveyard.

"Where is Tobirama Senju? I need to see him!"

Scorpion, who had not yet fully transformed himself into a puppet, was still a rather handsome young man with striking red hair. He rushed in and said something in a hurry.

Sasori came because he saw that the Second Tsuchikage and Mizukage, who had been dead for many years, had actually reappeared in the ninja world...

In that case, wouldn't his parents be able to see him again?

"Oh, a living person has actually arrived..."

The talkative Hozuki Gengetsu sniffed the air: "Well, I smell sand. Now, all the ninjas from the five great hidden villages except for Konoha have been gathered by that bastard Tobirama Senju..."

"So you really want to be the mastermind behind the ninja world, huh?!"

"Where are the Konoha ninjas missing? He himself is a Konoha ninja, and there are thousands of degraded versions of the First Hokage..."

Wu shook his head; the future of the ninja world, especially Iwagakure, made him feel somewhat hopeless.

As soon as Scorpion entered the room, he was completely stunned.

It's true that he is the strongest young ninja of the generation in Sunagakure, but he can't compete with those who have made a name for themselves in the ninja world. Even if the entire village of Sunagakure were to mobilize, they would be no match for these people working together.

"You should all step aside for now; the family meeting will be later."

Ah Huo shrugged, and behind him, a man and a woman walked out, looking at the scorpion in front of them with great surprise.

Scorpion was taken aback. Had he already guessed his request before he even made it out?

But there was no time to think about that. Scorpion ran up quickly and hugged his father and mother tightly.

Compared to the puppetry techniques of Sunagakure, the large-scale figure combining Edo Tensei with the Rinnegan is clearly a more advanced form.

Although the body is cold, it has the same consciousness as a living person.

"Scorpion, you've grown into an excellent ninja..." Scorpion's mother stroked her son's face, her eyes still full of love even though he was in Edo Tensei form. "Scorpion, we are so proud of you..." Scorpion's father stroked his son's head and said with emotion.

Scorpios, who are usually reserved and loveless, have their defenses breached in an instant upon hearing their parents' clumsy yet straightforward praise.

White Zetsu and Ah Huo silently watched this scene, thinking to themselves, "The power of the Impure World Reincarnation technique in fulfilling dreams is still too authoritative. Lord Madara is the one who truly knows how to use this technique."

The Scorpion family chatted for an unknown amount of time before Ah Huo finally separated them.

But Scorpion fell into even greater confusion.

His parents were killed by Sakumo Hatake. Sasori thought his parents would admonish him to avenge them, but he learned that the Fourth Shinobi World War was actually instigated by the Sand Village and the Iwa Village.

The purpose was to establish Hanzo's authority and expand his influence to conquer the fertile lands of the Land of Fire. However, in the end, he failed to enter Konoha and instead destroyed the Land of Rain, which served as a buffer zone.

After witnessing Tobirama Senju's terrifying power to revive six Kage single-handedly, Sasori's parents quickly urged their son to let go of his obsession and focus on finding a safe place to live in the ninja world...

Because of its barren land and its terrible relationship with the Daimyo of the Land of Wind, Sunagakure has no choice but to resort to war if it wants to change its situation.

The dead often don't ask much of their living relatives.

While they are alive, they may exert pressure, which makes Ah Huo realize the complexity of human nature.

Sasori's parents predicted that the Third Kazekage would definitely break the peace agreement, and at that time, the treacherous Sand Village would surely face the strongest counterattack from Konoha...

Moreover, there's Tobirama Senju here.

Although Sasori's father and mother, as well as the other six Kage, all found this person inexplicable and thought he might even launch a war against Konoha.

However, it is clear that Tobirama Senju will only allow Konoha to be tested at his own pace. Any other village that dares to disobey or disrupt his plans will suffer greatly!

Scorpion's parents, being of similar age, grew up listening to the stories of this first generation of Dark Ninja.

They were both terrified of the cruel blow they would suffer if Sasori opposed Tobirama Senju…

We've already tried to be polite first, then resort to force. If they don't take our kindness seriously, we're doomed.

"Your mother and father are no longer simply in an Edo Tensei state; they have combined Tobirama-sama's puppetry techniques and are now serving the 'Scarlet Organization,' conducting intelligence gathering and organization."

Ah Huo said slowly.

Actually, it's just to assist Ah Huo with odd jobs; it finally has a secretary.

As for the rest of the Zetsu, Tobi is Madara's exclusive character, while Black Zetsu has recently been sidelined by Madara and relegated to frontline work...

The reason is that Black Zetsu suggested that Madara launch a war during Konoha's baby boom, and then launch a surprise attack when the village was at its weakest. Madara almost burned Black Zetsu out with a glare. Was this still his will?

How could they be so despicable!

Ban even began to doubt himself, wondering if his previous appearance was really that ugly.

In order not to reveal his identity, Black Zetsu could only apologize repeatedly and temporarily leave Madara's side.

Black Zetsu became even more anxious because it discovered that Madara was completely messing things up...

They don't seem so loyal to Project Eye of the Moon anymore!

However, Black Zetsu didn't have any good solutions. Although it was one of the masterminds behind the ninja world's downfall, it was nowhere near the level of the Sage of Six Paths. The Sage of Six Paths didn't intervene because he didn't want to, but Black Zetsu simply lacked the ability to do so.

We can only use the opponent's force against them...

"I…"

"Is that puppetry? No wonder it felt so familiar..."

"Puppetry combined with Impure World? Tobirama Senju is truly an extraordinary person, to be able to research such a perfect art! He can even reverse life and death, and invert yin and yang..." Sasori, a puppetry fanatic, was completely attracted by the Six Paths puppets of the Rinnegan.

"So, how about joining the 'Scarlet' organization?"

Ah Huo said with a smile.

Without hesitation, Scorpion nodded decisively: "I'll join!"

He had no feelings for Sunagakure, not even sympathy; at most, he felt kinship with Chiyo.

Especially since both her parents were working for someone else, Scorpion felt she had no right to refuse, and she would also get to witness the most cutting-edge puppetry...

Sunagakure Village?

A village covered by a vast desert, inhabited by a bunch of starving, art-illiterate lunatics…

What's there to miss!

After Rasa sacrificed Gaara, not only Yotsuba but also Sasori were thoroughly disgusted.

That's outrageous! There are fathers like this?

If someone like that were to become the Kazekage, even Sasori felt that there would be no hope for the future of Sunagakure.

If he treats his own son like this, he will only become more ruthless and inhumane towards other ninjas.

"Those who understand the times are wise..."

Ah Huo nodded in satisfaction:

"Lord Tobirama's plan for you is to return to Sunagakure and remain in hiding, find a way to gain all the power over Sunagakure, and unite with your grandmother, Chiyo."

"Within two months at most, a full-scale war will break out in the ninja world, starting with the Hidden Mist Village's attack on Konoha, after which the other hidden villages will unite to launch an attack on Konoha."

Scorpion looked completely bewildered.

Although he was a politically apathetic person, he didn't care much about the situation in the ninja world.

However, they also knew of Kirigakure's reputation as the Village of Blood and Mist, and its isolationist policies, especially since Kirigakure now publicly maintained diplomatic relations with Konoha.

Sasori also paid attention to the last round of verbal sparring in the ninja world. The Third Mizukage was ridiculed by various powerful figures in the ninja world for his illegitimate rise to power, but Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke up for him and said a few words of justice...

Is this some kind of backstabbing?

"You mean, you want me to go and stop the Sand Village from attacking Konoha?"

Sasori nodded thoughtfully: "But that's difficult. Even my grandmother, Chiyo, coveted the land of the Land of Fire. I don't care. No, you can't stop it. The village of Sunagakure will definitely try to tear Konoha apart."

"Your status and achievements are not high enough, but you have the backing of Chiyo and Ebizo. The Third Kazekage and Rasa can't do anything to you. You can establish your reputation by opposing the war."

"Konoha will definitely not lose..." Ah-Huo said with absolute certainty:

"After the war, you can lead the peace talks between Sunagakure and Konoha, thereby rising to a high-ranking position and even the throne of Kazekage. I suggest you don't get the blood of Konoha ninja on your hands during the war..."

White Zetsu and Ah Huo analyzed the situation for Sasori:

"At first, the alliance of the four villages will be very stable, but once Kirigakure is broken up, the alliance will fall apart and start fighting in chaos. At that time, you can go to Iwagakure and Kirigakure to farm military merits."

"You can come to me with any information you need. I am Lord Tobirama's assistant."

Scorpion nodded solemnly.

He saw a glimmer of wisdom in Ah Huo…

"Young man, keep up the good work. Come visit anytime you miss your aunt and uncle..."

Ah Huo said with a smile.

Scorpion nodded: "Come on, I'm ready."

"What have you prepared?" Ah Huo asked in confusion.

"Control techniques, secret arts to prevent betrayal, and the like?" Scorpion was also puzzled. He had a similar technique called "Mind Control Sand Technique," which was used to control spies.

It can not only seal memories, but also control the subject's mind to make them obedient, and it also has a destructive effect on the brain—truly a three-in-one power. "We don't need this here..."

Ah Huo said meaningfully, "Since you've joined, you're now a comrade. Traitors will naturally be severely punished by Lord Tobirama. You should think it through carefully."

It is certainly possible to forcibly control something using illusion magic.

However, Sasori was a star figure in Sunagakure after all, and he associated with high-ranking officials, including many powerful ninjas.

A ninja in a genjutsu state will always leave behind abnormal chakra fluctuations, which will also affect their normal combat ability.

Ah-Huo learned something from Hiruzen Sarutobi...

In the ninja world, where fanatics abound, genuine cooperation is far more effective than forceful control.

This is especially true for stronger ninjas.

"I understand... How should I address you, sir?" Scorpion took a deep breath, and he understood in an instant.

The "Scarlet" organization is powerful enough that a full-scale attack would pose a fatal threat to any hidden village, let alone the fact that his parents work there...

As long as a scorpion possesses basic logic, it will not betray others.

"My name is Ah-Huo, welcome to the 'Scarlet' organization..." Ah-Huo had a sudden thought and, imitating Hiruzen Sarutobi's usual handshake with the villagers, extended his hand.

"My name is Sasori, nice to meet you." The arrogant Sasori became very friendly at this moment, and the two hands were firmly clasped together. Meanwhile, Madara, the mastermind behind the ninja world, was expanding his sphere of influence.

The true mastermind behind the ninja world, an avatar of the Sage of Six Paths, has taken on the alias Ichiraku and officially reached an agreement with Tetsuya to invest in Ichiraku Ramen, posing as a merchant from the Land of Fire.

The Sage of Six Paths is portrayed as a kind and gentle uncle. He and Teuchi are having a very pleasant conversation, and they seem to have reached the point of being close friends.

The two developed one new type of ramen after another, which became very popular with the Konoha ninjas and villagers.

"Hey bro, have you read Jiraiya-sama's new book?"

He chuckled and wiped the sweat from his brow, handing the Sage of Six Paths a bottle of water as he prepared to read: "It's time to take a break. It's past mealtime now, and we both need to balance work and rest. That's what the Hokage said..."

"Yes, I saw it. I bought it when I passed through the Land of Rain. It's very popular there."

The Sage of Six Paths chuckled and said, "How about it? Do you think the descriptions in this book are exaggerated? To be honest, it was after reading this book that I realized Konoha was different, and I sold my family fortune to invest in it..."

"It's basically true, but it's too conservative."

Shouda shook his head:

"I guess they're afraid that if they write everything out, the ninjas outside won't believe them, right? Ichiraku, if you trust me, work with me here for three to five years, and you'll have saved up enough money. That'll be enough time to prove your worth."

"I'll vouch for you then. Even if you're not a long-established merchant or ninja from Konoha, you'll still get the village's protection and can even move to the inner ring..."

A mysterious smile (typed by hand):

"Don't underestimate me just because I'm a ramen shop owner. I actually have a lot of connections. I'll put in a good word for you, and maybe we can get a piece of the newly developed land first..."

"The Hokage always comes here to eat noodles."

The expression on his face as he typed was quite proud.

"That's great, thank you, brother..." The Sage of Six Paths was taken aback. So he was going to find someone for him?

In fact, in the ninja world, there is usually no one above him.

However, the Sage of Six Paths still found this simple and genuine affection between companions quite appealing.

This everyday warmth and human connection could occasionally soothe the heart of this immortal.

The Sage of Six Paths looked at the village with a smile.

He did not use Sage Mode to probe the psychology and intelligence of the Konoha ninjas again. Or rather, the memories he had absorbed before were more of a "dissipated" information rather than something that penetrated deep into people's hearts.

Everyone's mind is closed off and unwilling to be opened to the outside world. The Sage of Six Paths did not want to forcibly obtain other people's privacy, as this would violate his long-held belief.

"The self-imposed limitations of the strong."

Excessive power, if left unchecked, will distort relationships between people, gradually leading them to loneliness and extremism. The Sage of Six Paths did not want to become like Kaguya or Indra.

This also reflects his commitment to his original aspiration in founding the "Ninja Sect".

Of course, if it involves the destruction of the ninja world or Kaguya, then it's a different story...

That falls under the category of emergency avoidance.

And at this moment.

Kushina and Mikoto, carrying Naruto and Sasuke, walked down the street and happened to meet in front of Ichiraku Ramen. The two women smiled at each other.

They already had a good relationship, especially now that Konoha is in chaos.

"Wow, Sasuke is so cute! He's so delicate, like a little girl..." Kushina couldn't resist gently touching Sasuke's cheek. "Naruto too, he'll definitely grow up to be as handsome as Minato."

Mikoto said with a smile, "By the way, I heard from Tomie that Ushio took Naruto as her apprentice?"

"Yes! Minato and I discussed it and wanted to give Naruto a foundation from a young age, but it's difficult for a child to learn sealing techniques, so Minato and I will help him. It would be even better if he had a teacher to guide him..."

Kushina laughed and said, "It won't bother Shio for too long. Minato has already decided to have Obito or Kakashi take care of Naruto..." Mikoto was quite pleasantly surprised.

"Really? My husband thought the same thing. He said he didn't know how to take care of the kids and asked Tomie to help... He also talked to Sakumo-sama about it and asked Kakashi to take care of Sasuke..."

The Sage of Six Paths felt a stirring in his heart; he naturally knew that Naruto and Sasuke were reincarnations.

Now, the two were born in the same village, and their mothers are close friends.

This left the Sage of Six Paths quite moved…

Before Naruto and Sasuke's reincarnations, Ashura and Indra would be reincarnated into opposing camps, destined to fight each other from the day they were born.

But in Konoha, this cycle was broken for the first time!

"Speaking of which..."

"When Naruto and Sasuke grow up, if I make Ichiraku Ramen a huge success, they'll both come to eat at my shop, right?" The Sage of Six Paths' eyes widened slightly at the thought of that scene.

Now they're truly reunited.

How long has it been since this family sat down together for a hot meal? And it was cooked by the father himself…

"It's decided..."

"This doesn't count as me interfering in the ninja world. I'm just a ramen shop owner trying to protect my own property." The Sage of Six Paths narrowed his eyes. His reason for coming to Konoha was not simple: to experience firsthand the difference between the Will of Fire and Ninjutsu, and also to see the interesting ninja, Hiruzen Sarutobi.

The Sage of Six Paths was able to analyze the "Ninja World Emotional Heat Map" and the leaked intelligence to conclude that war was likely to break out in the ninja world soon. He was eager to see how Hiruzen Sarutobi would handle the situation when war came.

The Sage of Six Paths will not interfere.

But after having the idea of ​​making ramen for Naruto and Sasuke, the Sage of Six Paths also wanted to indulge in a little indulgence that he hadn't done in a long time. Even if someone invaded Konoha, they absolutely could not destroy his little shop...

Whoever gets involved in this is doomed!

Nothing could stop an old, venerable father from wanting to make ramen for his sons!

"Huh? Sasuke will have two masters too?"

Kushina asked with considerable curiosity, "Does Tomie agree?"

In the ninja world, instructing a Jonin and having a master are different, but it is clear that Minato intends to have Uzumaki Shio become Naruto's master, while having Kakashi or Obito continue Naruto's education.

Minato was able to do this because Shio and Kushina were Uzumaki clan members who banded together for mutual support, and Kakashi and Obito were his disciples, so their relationship was naturally different.

"This is indeed against the rules, by normal standards..."

Mikoto smiled helplessly:

"But as you know, the clan leader Isshin has been saying ever since Itachi was born that he doesn't want Fugaku to take care of the children. Not only the Uchiha, but even the big shots in Konoha know about it..."

"But it wouldn't be good to trouble Aozumi any further. Tomie knew that Shio had a similar idea when she took on a disciple, and coincidentally, Fugaku came to ask her for help, so the matter was settled."

"As for what happens next, Tomie is a member of Root, we can't keep troubling her, can we?"

Kushina nodded in sudden realization.

It could be said that Sasuke having two teachers is a testament to Fugaku's reputation...

Despite his lack of teaching skills, his image has become deeply ingrained in people's minds through dedicated propaganda.

In a sense, it can be considered that he successfully lifted Sasuke up!

"The relationship between Shio and Tomie... well, it's rather complicated! But it's good overall..."

"I hope they can become good friends in the future..." Mikoto smiled as she looked at Naruto and then at Sasuke, unintentionally revealing the Sage of Six Paths' thoughts.

At a time when Konoha was peaceful and tranquil.

Kirigakure was plunged into an unprecedented atmosphere of tension.

Under the suppression of the Village of Blood Mist, the Third Mizukage's name had become a taboo subject, and this terrifying atmosphere amplified his authority. However, in recent days, voices of doubt have emerged from various factions within the Hidden Mist Village, whether they were close to him or opposed to him.

In reality, under the leadership of Black Zetsu and Ah-Huo, White Zetsu was just the beginning. After breaking the prisoner's dilemma of the Hidden Mist Ninja, the accumulated resentment began to erupt wildly.

The Hidden Mist ninja discovered that, as long as they united and didn't get divided, the Third Mizukage couldn't actually wipe them out in one fell swoop...

Water Shadow Office.

The Third Mizukage, his eyes bloodshot, summoned Genji and Nakamaro, the two people he trusted most.

He was at his wit's end...

He wants to start a war!