Immortality begins with the ninjas of Konoha.

Chapter 213 The Path to Death (From the Perspective of a White Zetsu Jinchuriki)

At the end of February, the Third Tsuchikage, Onoki, once again refused negotiations, and with the arrival of reinforcements from the Hidden Cloud Village, battle was imminent.

After three years of recuperation, the Sand Village ninjas also demonstrated the strength expected of ninjas from the Five Great Nations, with the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, showcasing his remarkable skills in gold dust and sealing techniques.

The combined attack of the tailed beasts on both sides plunged the small country's ninjas into utter despair. Times had changed, and the war had entered a new phase.

The ninja wars did not affect Turtle Island. As the weather warmed up, many strange little animals began to roam the primeval jungle.

What puzzled the small animals was that recently the giant old turtles on the island had been making loud noises from time to time, as if they had encountered something frightening.

Under the starlight, Turtle Island floated steadily, and the giant turtle kept its eyes closed as usual.

Furukawa Osamu's spirit, controlling the White Zetsu Jinchuriki, sat cross-legged on the giant tortoise's head. Sensing a response for a long time without success, he opened his eyes and smiled, reminding, "Looks like those little tortoises still need a good talking to!"

"I can sense your spirit. Although you were nurtured by the Cloud Hidden Continent, it shouldn't be difficult for you to go out occasionally."

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The giant tortoise remained unresponsive until Furukawa Osamu stood up, at which point a slightly helpless, aged voice suddenly appeared: "If I don't agree, will that green snake in the sea make its move?"

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"That little guy just came out for some fresh air; she doesn't have that kind of power."

Just as the human and the turtle were communicating in spirit, the green snake swimming in the sea suddenly poked out its huge head, its vertical pupils filled with joy, and called out, "Master Xiu, come down and play in the water!"

"Enjoy Qingqing's body to the fullest!"

"Bang!"

Furukawa Osamu dispelled the summoning jutsu, and the giant tortoise fell silent. After a while, the tortoise slightly opened its eyes and continued communicating, "You want me to become a transit point between the Land of Water and the Land of Lightning, right?"

"If it's just a matter of changing locations, I can manage that; there just happens to be a small island in that area."

"The transit station is only one aspect; you'll also need to lend a hand when exploring the Sea Kingdom and other islands."

Upon hearing the giant tortoise's agreement, Furukawa Osamu stated his conditions again. Undeterred by the lack of response, he continued, "With your power combined and the addition of numerous barriers, even a Tailed Beast Ball will be unable to harm this island."

"The situation of the war has changed, and you should also know that it is too difficult for the Water Kingdom's forces to land. Without your help, they will be trapped on the island."

The giant tortoise opened its eyes slightly, seemingly surprised by Furukawa Osamu's candor. After a moment of contemplation, it asked again, "Do you also want to start a war?"

"No, I only want to retrieve the tailed beasts, but these ninjas will definitely be swayed and won't agree to give me the tailed beasts, so a conflict is inevitable in the end."

"You can serve as a mobile fortress, but ship technology is still too difficult to implement, and there may not be enough time to build a complete industrial system."

The giant tortoise miraculously sensed that Furukawa Osamu harbored no ill will and showed no thirst for power. After careful consideration, a strange tone appeared in its aged voice: "You just want to live longer? A strange desire!"

"However, compared to those ninjas who have experienced real waterfalls, you are much more sincere. No wonder you can easily dispel evil thoughts."

"If it's just a simple move request, I don't mind helping you. Stop persecuting those little turtles; it's not easy for them to grow up."

Furukawa Osamu's spirit chuckled. This giant tortoise was being dishonest, refusing to release the green snake and pretending to be dead. "Since that's the case, we've reached an agreement. I'll explain things to the Cloud Village ninjas on your behalf."

"I wonder where Killer Bee was reverse-summoned to. The Fourth Raikage is really cautious; he even abandoned his training ground."

The giant tortoise fell silent again. It had grown up on this continent, and although the Cloud Village ninjas had plundered everywhere, they had also done it a favor. It wouldn't reveal anything important.

The White Zetsu Jinchuriki once again entered Sage Mode, and the Nine-Tails within him cursed "I'll stuff you to death" while diligently refining natural energy.

Although the energy of the split spirit body was not much, after completing the refinement of the "inner demon" and having spent so much time honing it, its perception ability had improved significantly compared to before.

"Multiple barriers? The Hidden Cloud Village is truly formidable!"

As soon as he finished speaking, after sensing the Sage Chakra mark left by the split spirit, the White Zetsu Jinchuriki instantly disappeared, successfully completing the invasion using the Flying Thunder God Technique.

The real waterfall has regained its energy, and a live slug as tall as a person is now observing and sensing from the shore, occasionally twitching its tentacles. Upon seeing Furukawa Osamu, it cheerfully reminds him: "Osamu-sama, the source of energy is indeed natural energy; this is just another form of manifestation."

"It might even be able to replicate the original body; it's truly an amazing power."

The giant tortoise intentionally revealed its goodwill, no longer concealing it, allowing the slug to sense this captivating manifestation from the richer energy.

"The Shikkutsu Forest doesn't have this kind of environment; the residual energy at the roots of the sacred tree has too much influence."

"But as long as you're happy, that's all that matters. The energy we've been collecting is still increasing, so we need to hurry up and cultivate."

The White Zetsu Jinchūriki used the Summoning Jutsu again, and a palm-sized live slug appeared. Kurama, seeing that they were about to return to Shikkotsu Forest, immediately yelled in the sealed space, "Why didn't you stay here a few more days!"

"Damn it, stop draining my chakra! Without corrosive chakra, how am I supposed to fight off these evil humans!"

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After being "refined" to the point of exhaustion, the Nine-Tailed Fox could no longer hold on. Once the energy in this area was restored, Furukawa Osamu cut off his spiritual body to continuously remove the "inner demons".

In just over a month, most of the evil chakra on Kurama's body disappeared, and seeing that the old turtle was supplying it in unlimited quantities, the big fox became terrified.

"Mutual understanding, a connection of minds—this is what the Sage of Six Paths longed for!"

"Stupid fox, feel free to be a charging device. What danger do you pose?"

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As the White Zetsu Jinchuriki was resummoned back to Shikkotsu Forest, Kurama saw the crimson color appear in Furukawa Osamu's eyes and immediately obediently curled up into a ball in the sealing space.

As its chakra was drained, Kurama rolled its eyes, inwardly grumbling, "When that old man shows up, you evil brat will be begging me for help one day!"

The battle between Iwagakure and Sunagakure continues. After Konoha discovered the strength of its allies, although the level of support remained unchanged, the morale of the squad members declined.

The Anbu and Root ninjas appeared silently at the front line. Konoha also began to assess the strength of Sunagakure. The front-line ninjas gave Gaara, the Jinchūriki, a very high evaluation.

Perhaps because he gained the approval of most of the Sand Village ninjas, Gaara was not severely affected by the chakra of the tailed beasts after his two tailed beast transformations.

Beneath the Shadow Rock, deep within the dilapidated roots, Danzo looked at the collected intelligence with a thoughtful expression, while Orochimaru beside him wore a playful look.

After exchanging glances for a few moments, Danzo finally said softly, "I've seen the Sand Village sealing techniques you provided; they're not as good as the Uzumaki clan's heritage."

"It seems your previous guess was quite wrong. The sealing technique isn't the key; the key lies in the Jinchuriki himself."

"For a 4-year-old child to achieve this, Sunagakure has truly escaped its predicament."

Orochimaru readily admitted his mistake, admitting that he hadn't delved into the study of the chakra and sealing techniques he acquired back then. Now, it seems that Sunagakure has other key legacies: "Indeed interesting! A recognized power."

"I will be leaving in mid-March. Madara Uchiha will come to meet me personally. This is an excellent opportunity for the Root ninjas, and it is also the time for you to dedicate yourselves to the village."

"If we work together with Furukawa Osamu to kill the enemy, we might even be able to retrieve the Nine-Tails."

Danzo stared at Orochimaru without speaking. He hadn't expected the other party to make such a request. He narrowed his eyes and pondered for a while before whispering, "Root needs to conserve its power. Furukawa Osamu can't do that. Susanoo, space-time eye techniques—only the Mangekyou Sharingan can counter them."

"For the sake of the village, the Root ninjas cannot be sacrificed carelessly at this time."

Orochimaru's pale face gradually broke into a smile, his mouth stretching wider and wider as he stared at Danzo and laughed maniacally until Danzo slammed his fist on the table in terror. Only then did his laughter subside: "I've given you a chance. If you choose to hold back your power again because of your own selfish desires, you will definitely die someday!"

"If Osamu Furukawa wants to pursue eternity, he will kill anything that is detrimental to the village before he leaves."

"If that day really comes, I hope you won't regret it. You still have half a month to consider it."

After saying this, Orochimaru chuckled softly, seemingly mocking Danzo for courting death.

When Orochimaru left, Ryoma Aburame appeared in front of Danzo, looking hesitant. Finally, he knelt down and bowed his head, pleading, "Lord Danzo, please allow me to lead the Root ninjas to cooperate with Osamu Furukawa in killing Madara Uchiha."

"Ryoma, the time is not yet ripe. We have not yet mastered the power of the Mangekyou Sharingan."

Seeing his subordinate bow his head again, Danzo knew that the other party was expressing dissatisfaction, but he still did not agree. He ordered expressionlessly, "Our mission is to monitor the Uchiha clan and cultivate the Mangekyou Sharingan."

"Do not act on your own initiative and make meaningless sacrifices."