Starting as the mastermind behind Naruto

Chapter 317 I Can't Always Let Black Zetsu Suspect Me (Seventh Update! Requesting Monthly Tickets!)

Uehara Naraku's ideals are quite domineering.

The Akatsuki members were quite excited, especially Deidara, who loved to cause trouble, and even the cowardly Hozuki Suigetsu was full of excitement.

They were originally among the strongest in the ninja world! How could they be willing to hide? Otherwise, what's the point of everyone working so hard to become stronger?

of course.

Aside from Kakuzu, who's single-mindedly focused on making money.

Yes, Kakuzu immediately thought of a way to make money from it.

After a moment of silence, Kakuzu spoke first, saying, "If we could have achieved that level back then, we could have collected high fees from various countries every year, which would have served as the organization's operating expenses."

"..."

Most people glanced at Kakuzu speechlessly.

Kakuzu noticed their gazes and angrily rebuked them, "A bunch of worthless brats, they have no idea how valuable money is!"

Uehara Naraku's progress is going very smoothly.

All members of the Akatsuki organization have already accepted him.

From this moment on, Uehara Naraku officially took over the Akatsuki organization, the number one ninja group in the ninja world, and became the new leader of Akatsuki.

Side Quest: Become the leader of an organization (1/1). Quest completed. Reward: Den Den Mushi Swarm Psychic Contract Scroll.

This reward is quite appropriate.

Uehara Naraku almost forgot that because of Nagato's death, the Akatsuki organization no longer had a way to communicate remotely.

Originally, the Akatsuki organization used Nagato's Rinnegan as a relay station and the ring as a medium to release the Illusionary Body Technique, thereby communicating with each other.

After Nagato's sacrifice, the Akatsuki's remote communication was likely to be disrupted, and just then, the system rewarded them with a remote communication method.

Oh shit…

Is he really going to be a serious leader of Akatsuki?

Uehara Naraku felt something was off. Was becoming the leader of Akatsuki the only way to fit the identity of the mastermind behind the scenes?

Uehara Naraku shook his head helplessly, took out a Den Den Mushi summoning scroll from his ninja tool bag, and placed it in front of them.

Uehara Naraku rubbed his forehead and said softly, "This is a summoning scroll I found when I was searching Orochimaru's base. It seems to be a kind of ninja beast that can be used for remote communication."

However, we had the Illusionary Body Technique created by Lord Nagato back then, so I kept it safe. Now that Lord Nagato has sacrificed himself, the Illusionary Body Technique is no longer effective, and we can only communicate remotely using these ninja beasts from now on..."

Orochimaru's reputation is really useful, just like Danzo Shimura's. You can always pick up a scapegoat and slam it on his head.

After each member of the Akatsuki signed a summoning contract, they summoned a Den Den Mushi that looked quite similar to themselves. Each Den Den Mushi was asleep.

Perhaps it's because Den Den Mushi are too weak, seemingly having little combat ability beyond communication, which is much more acceptable than the Ancient Dragon.

No one in the Akatsuki organization would suspect such a thing.

Even Sasori of the Red Sand had to admit that Orochimaru was a true genius in some aspects.

Hidan looked at his Den Den Mushi, which resembled him somewhat, and chuckled, "Ha, Kakuzu, look! This little thing is quite unique!"

"idiot!"

Kakuzu couldn't help but rub his forehead.

Every time Hidan speaks, Kakuzu worries about his teammate's intelligence. If he could, he really wants to change his teammate!

"alright."

Uehara Naraku glanced at everyone present, stretched, and softly instructed, "If there are no further problems, everyone should head back to the base to rest!"

"OK."

Sasori nodded first and said softly, "Uehara, you should get some rest too! If you receive any information about Orochimaru, let me know immediately."

"Um."

Uehara Naraku nodded seriously.

For the members of Akatsuki, Orochimaru, this traitor, was undoubtedly a very annoying guy, and every member present did not mind making Orochimaru their current target.

Orochimaru's use in this way strangely overlaps with Danzo's.

In addition to the Den Den Mushi summoning scroll reward, Uehara Naraku also received another generous reward for becoming the leader of Akatsuki!

Side Quest: Become the leader of Akatsuki (1/1). Quest completed. Reward: Passive skill "God's Evolution".

God's Evolution: Increases life energy by 100000 points, chakra energy by 100000 points, natural energy by 100000 points, increases life energy recovery effect by 50%, increases chakra recovery effect by 50%, and increases natural energy extraction effect by 50%.

Now that he has gained 100,000 points in his three-dimensional attributes, Uehara Naraku will be able to acquire another Truth-Seeking Ball during future battles…

One by one, the members of Xiao left.

Kisame Hoshigaki quietly stopped in his tracks, glanced at Naraku Uehara with a questioning look, and said in a low voice, "I've already locked Karin up, but, Kabuto-san, did you really betray Lord Uehara?"

What do you think?

Uehara Naraku narrowed his eyes slightly, revealing a kind smile: "If you betray me, then Kabuto will have betrayed me as well..."

"I would never betray you, sir."

Kisame Hoshigaki grinned, revealing his sharp teeth. He had signed a soul contract with Naraku Uehara, and there was no way he could betray Naraku Uehara.

Kisame Hoshigaki's smile was somewhat sinister: "Really, it seems that nothing in this ninja world, no matter who it is, can escape Uehara-sama's control..."

"There are still quite a few people who manage to escape."

Uehara Naraku shook his head, tapping his fingers lightly on the table, and sighed, "In a while, maybe tonight, Black Zetsu will secretly come looking for me, or more likely he'll secretly come looking for you."

After saying this, Uehara Naraku's eyes narrowed slightly again, and he said in a low voice, "No matter what, we need to find a way to let Black Zetsu know that, apart from me, or even just the two of us, it has no one left to rely on in this ninja world!"

"clear."

Kisame Hoshigaki's expression was a little subtle. Actually, Black Zetsu was already in a bad state, so did Uehara-sama want to continue toying with him?

Uehara Naraku smiled at Kisame Hoshigaki, slowly closed his hands, rested his chin on his hand, and said softly, "If my perception technique is correct, it should already be waiting for you in your room!"

As expected, Black Zetsu approached Kisame Hoshigaki first.

This is something that Black Zetsu would definitely do.

After all, Black Zetsu believed that after Nagato and Konoha reached a reconciliation, Uehara Naraku, who had always been close to Nagato, might change his mind.

Compared to Uehara Naraku, Kisame, who seems honest and unassuming, is relatively safe and easy to control.

"It used to trust me the most!"

Uehara Naraku's smile took on a dangerous tinge: "It seems Black Zetsu thinks my thoughts may have changed along with Nagato-sama... How can Black Zetsu not know that the most important thing in relationships is trust!"

"hehe…"

Kisame Hoshigaki's face showed a hint of helplessness. Uehara Naraku is indeed speaking human language now, but you should do what you say!

While professing trust, they continued to deceive Black Zetsu...

Kisame Hoshigaki felt that Black Zetsu was really pitiful. Despite appearing to be in control of Uehara, he had always been secretly controlled by Uehara Naraku.

Until Obito Uchiha was controlled by Naraku Uehara, Black Zetsu was almost entirely led by the nose by Naraku, and now he's been betrayed by Kabuto Yakushi...

Kisame Hoshigaki sighed softly and said, "Then, sir, would you like to prepare a reason for Black Zetsu that you are willing to continue the Eye of the Moon Project? After all, after such a huge upheaval, it seems that your previous reason needs to be changed..."

"You make a good point."

Uehara Naraku slowly nodded and whispered, "Then reveal my purpose to Black Zetsu! Besides wanting revenge against Uchiha Obito and Orochimaru, I also want to resurrect Lord Nagato. I want to recreate a world with Lord Nagato!"

"This…"

Kisame Hoshigaki couldn't help but scratch his head, glancing up at Naraku Uehara: "Isn't this a bit of a load of nonsense?"

The previous reasons were somewhat plausible…

What the heck is this about creating a peaceful world with Nagato?! Such a bizarre reason is just too ridiculous!

"It doesn't matter."

Uehara Naraku shook his head, looking at Kisame Hoshigaki and whispering, "Believe me, no matter how absurd your dream is, Black Zetsu will tell you that the Eye of the Moon Plan will definitely come true!"

Kisame Hoshigaki nodded, then grinned and said, "So, you won't mind if I say something inappropriate in front of it in the future, will you?"

"I don't mind."

Uehara Naraku waved his hand casually and said softly, "We've known each other for so long, don't you know my temper? Do I look like the kind of person who holds grudges?"

"..."

Kisame Hoshigaki's smile froze for a second.

Heh, is there anyone in this ninja world more petty than you?

Kisame Hoshigaki heard Kabuto Yakushi mention that you've been targeting Orochimaru because Orochimaru made an insolent remark when you first met him, calling you an experimental subject!

Unfortunately, Kisame Hoshigaki could only helplessly revert to his usual smile when facing his superior: "Indeed, there is no ninja in the entire ninja world with a more magnanimous heart than Lord Uehara."

"Alright, alright, go on, go on!"

Uehara Naraku waved hastily and said softly, "I still have to go keep Konan-sensei company! If the plan fails, I'll turn your samehada into sauerkraut fish!"

Kisame Hoshigaki: "..."

What a devilish boss!

Just as Kisame Hoshigaki was about to leave, Naraku Uehara suddenly continued, "There's another piece of information. Obito Uchiha leaked some information to Konoha, claiming that Black Zetsu is his mole in Akatsuki..."

As Uehara Naraku finished speaking, he chuckled and continued, "You could try using this to your advantage, to let Black Zetsu know that I both want to continue participating in the Eye of the Moon Project and am worried that he's a spy for Uchiha Obito..."

I can't let Black Zetsu always doubt me. I also need to let it know that I might also doubt it. I have to motivate Black Zetsu to find a way to regain my trust. Only then will it know to cherish me as the only person it can rely on.

After all, people are never satisfied with what they get easily; they only learn to cherish things after they've worked hard for them.

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Updates will be a little late...you know why!

Sleep, sleep, my life...

(End of this chapter)