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Chapter 240 Nagato and Konan VS Orochimaru

Because of the Star-Under-the-Scenes Show, Konoha lost the title of the Three Legendary Sannin.

Orochimaru's reputation in the ninja world remains quite high.

After all, he was a disciple of the Third Hokage, and he also stood alone during the Fourth Shinobi World War, earning a great reputation.

Therefore, after the news spread, other ninja villages also paid close attention.

But that's about it.

Meanwhile, in a secluded meeting room in Amegakure.

A group of figures sat in front of a stone table.

Nagato, Yahiko, Konan, Zetsu, Obito Uchiha who wears a mask and identifies himself as Madara Uchiha, and a clone of Hideaki Hoshino wearing a mask, but who appears as Kuro Amegakure, the leader of Amegakure.

In addition, there is Sasori of the Red Sand, Kisame who just defected from Kirigakure, and Juzo Biwa, one of the former Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.

Kisame and Juzo Biwa were both lured back from Kirigakure by Obito Uchiha.

By now, the Akatsuki organization can be described as having a wealth of talent.

Apart from Zetsu, who is not a combatant, each of them is at least a Jonin level.

Of course, the Akatsuki organization has more members than just these.

But those are all peripheral members, consumables.

Today, the core members of Akatsuki have gathered together, a rare occurrence. Nagato cut to the chase: "You all know that Orochimaru of Konoha has become a rogue ninja, right?"

"Should we bring Orochimaru in?"

Sasori of the Red Sand volunteered, "Why don't I go with Juzo?"

Kisame glanced at Sasori of the Red Sand: "Sasori, you rarely volunteer for missions. Are you planning to take this opportunity to kill Orochimaru?"

Sasori glanced at Kisame and said indifferently, "If you have this idea but I kill you, then it's not worth all this fuss, is it?"

As Sasori's companion, Juzo Biwa said, "I agree with Sasori."

"Orochimaru is the Third Hokage's student, so he might be quite strong, but do we really need to be so concerned about him?"

Nagato didn't explain, then looked at Zetsu: "Zetsu!"

Zetsu laughed, "It seems you all have some reservations about Orochimaru joining us!"

"To be honest, I was the one who came up with this idea."

"Heh, Orochimaru's strength..."

Zetsu looked at Nagato and said, "Why don't we let Sasori and Juzo try it out first?"

Nagato replied, "Okay!"

"Then, we'll leave the task of recruiting Orochimaru to Sasori and Juzo, while Zetsu will be responsible for gathering information on Orochimaru."

He didn't warn Sasori and Juzo.

After discussing Orochimaru, Nagato asked, "Zetsu, what's the situation with the One-Tailed Beast?"

Zetsu said, "The One-Tail has been confirmed. The Jinchuriki is Gaara, the youngest son of the Fifth Kazekage. This guy... heh heh, he's gone berserk more than once!"

"However, the surveillance of the One-Tailed Jinchuriki is very strict, so it won't be easy to capture him now."

Obito Uchiha said, "Let's gather intelligence first, and it won't be too late to make a move when the time is right."

Sasori then said, "Taking down the One-Tailed Beast isn't difficult, but obtaining a Tailed Beast controlled by Konoha will probably be much harder, won't it?"

This was the first time he had raised this question.

Jue chuckled and said, "That's precisely why we need to take it one step at a time."

"Furthermore, while Hoshino is indeed very powerful, don't forget that we have the Rinnegan of the Sage of Six Paths, and Mr. Madara."

Obito Uchiha laughed and said, "The four great ninja villages will also be our help."

Kisame said, "We stole their tailed beasts, do you think they'll stand with us?"

Nagato said, "As long as they believe that the Tailed Beasts were taken by Konoha, that will be enough."

Sasori's eyes flashed, and he said, "Then there's no problem."

The meeting ended, and everyone dispersed.

Sasori and Juzo were in one group, Yahiko and Kisame were in another, Nagato and Konan were in a third, and Obito and Zetsu were in a fourth.

As for Xingxia Xiu, who was impersonating Blackwater, he acted alone.

His identity was known to all members of the Akatsuki organization; it was a cover-up by the Akatsuki.

After the others left, Nagato and Konan gathered together with Hoshino Shu's clone.

Konan asked, "Teacher Xiu, can Orochimaru stop Sasori and Juzo?"

Hoshino Hide laughed and said, "Don't underestimate Orochimaru. What you know is not all of him."

"This guy has mastered many of Konoha's forbidden techniques; he'll surprise you all in the future."

While Sasori and Juzo were searching for Orochimaru, Orochimaru had already arrived in the Land of Rice Fields, north of the Land of Fire.

They quickly reached an agreement with the daimyo of the Land of Rice Fields, received his financial support, and established the Sound Village.

After leaving Konoha, Orochimaru suddenly felt a sense of boundless freedom.

He can now conduct many experiments that were impossible to carry out in Konoha without any hesitation.

For example, the experiment with the cursed seal.

For example, experiments involving leukemia cell transplantation.

Of course, he did not forget the Sharingan, nor the Rinnegan that Hoshino Shu had mentioned, nor even the legendary Otsutsuki.

……

On this day, Orochimaru was conducting an experiment when his subordinates informed him that someone was causing trouble in the Sound Village and no one could subdue them.

"It's finally here!"

Orochimaru stuck out his tongue, then turned and left the experimental base with a hint of anticipation.

In front of the ruins of a house in the Sound Ninja Village, a dozen Sound Ninja stared at two figures standing on the broken eaves and walls, cold sweat pouring down their faces.

"Lord Orochimaru has arrived!"

The shouts rang out, and the many Sound Ninja turned to look, then exclaimed with delight, "Lord Orochimaru!"

"Those two are dead meat!"

"Get ready, we absolutely cannot let them escape!"

At that moment, Orochimaru slowly approached.

Sasori of the Red Sand and Juzo of the Loquat looked over.

Their eyes met, and Orochimaru smiled: "Sasori of the Red Sand, and... Dai's defeated opponent, the owner of the Executioner's Blade."

Juzo Biwa said calmly, "It's only natural to lose to such a strong opponent."

"If Orochimaru has that kind of strength, I'll turn around and run away immediately."

Orochimaru chuckled softly, his gaze fixed on Sasori of the Red Sand: "I heard you stole the Third Kazekage's body. How about we make a deal? I'm quite interested in the Third Kazekage's corpse too!"

Sasori of the Red Sand said, "I don't like your gaze."

"But since you're interested in the Third Kazekage's corpse, I'll turn you into a work of art as well, so you can be together."

As soon as he finished speaking, a scroll flew open, and the puppet created by the Third Kazekage floated in mid-air.

Orochimaru narrowed his eyes: "Puppet puppets, what a waste!"

The Third Kazekage opened his mouth, and iron sand floated out.

At the same time, Juzo Biwa slightly raised his guillotine, ready to strike at any moment.

His partnership with Sasori of the Red Sand usually involves the latter drawing the enemy's attention while he launches a surprise attack, killing the opponent with a single strike.

Orochimaru watched this scene, formed hand seals, and two coffins immediately rose from the ground in front of him.

Bang!

The coffin lid fell to the ground, and then, under the gazes of Sasori of the Red Sand and Juzo of Biwa, two figures walked out of the coffin.

Sasori of the Red Sand and Juzo of the Loquat couldn't recognize him, but Aloe White Zetsu, who was watching from the shadows, had his pupils shrink: "Orochimaru... no wonder he became a rogue ninja of Konoha and even escaped Konoha's pursuit."

"The First Hokage and the Second Hokage!"

The aloe vera was quite shocked.

Yes, Orochimaru directly used the Impure World Reincarnation technique to summon Hashirama Senju and Tobirama Senju, and then took out two kunai with talismans and inserted them into the back of their heads.

As wisps of smoke rose, the first and second generations looked more and more like living people.

Orochimaru took a few steps back and laughed, "Well then, let them play with you for a bit!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the Second Hokage formed hand seals, and water vapor condensed around his body, quickly forming a water flow that swirled around him.

Juzo Biwa's pupils constricted as he looked on: "Who could use such a powerful water-style technique?"

In the air, the iron sand had condensed into a giant iron cone, which then slammed down towards Orochimaru below.

The Second Hokage roared, and the water surrounding him surged forward like a great river, rushing towards Juzo and his companion.

At the same time, the First Hokage leaped up and kicked the iron spike away with a single kick.

The iron pillar formed from the sand that crashed in was also blasted away by the First Hokage's punch.

Rumble!

The rushing water swept away the ruins, and Sasori of the Red Sand and Juzo of the Loquat simultaneously leaped away to avoid the attack.

As they landed on the water, the Second Hokage sprinted across the surface, speeding at high speed.

"Leave this guy to me!"

Juzo Biwa drew his sword and went to meet him, but halfway there he saw the Second Hokage open his mouth and shoot out streams of water.

He dodged with a swift movement, but he was no match for the Second Hokage's speed. With a hiss, a bloody scratch appeared on his arm.

The next moment, he used his sword as a shield, but the decapitation sword was still pierced through by the water.

"This guy..."

Pipa Juzo broke out in a cold sweat, gritted his teeth, and closed the distance to engage the Second Hokage in close combat.

On the other side, the Third Kazekage's wide-ranging, dense rain of iron sand riddled the First Hokage's body with holes, but to no avail.

The First Hokage quickly recovered, then clasped his hands together and shouted, causing tender shoots to break through the ground and grow rapidly.

Sasori, hidden within the puppet, was utterly shocked: "Wood Release!"

"Could it be...?"

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He retreated while manipulating the Third Kazekage to unleash various sand-based ninjutsu.

However, there was no way to stop the ever-growing vines.

Vines grew from all directions, and Sasori of the Red Sand immediately took out a scroll and summoned more puppets to block the vines that were entangling him.

On the other side, Juzo Biwa was also wielding his greatsword to chop at the book while retreating to Sasori's side.

"Let's retreat!"

Pipa Shizang shouted.

Sasori of the Red Sand did not speak, but his body language betrayed him, fighting and retreating.

Just as the two retreated from the woods, a thunderous roar was heard, and a huge torrent of water swept in.

The Third Kazekage fell from the sky, and the iron sand transformed into an iron wall.

Rumble!

The water crashed against the iron wall, and the surging water flowed past on both sides.

At the edge of the forest, the Second Hokage stood with his arms crossed.

The water that had flowed past both sides of the iron wall immediately reversed course and rushed towards Sasori of the Red Sand and Juzo of the Loquat.

Pipa Juzo turned around and swung his sword, splitting the water with a boom. Then, the two of them immediately used the Body Flicker Technique to disappear.

Stopping his subordinates from giving chase, Orochimaru recalled the First and Second Hokage: "The effect is quite good, but if White Zetsu were used as sacrifices, their strength should be very close to what they were in life."

"But...that would be very dangerous!"

Orochimaru had just sensed that the First and Second Hokage were showing signs of breaking free from his control.

If they regained even greater power, it would be impossible to erase their personalities and manipulate them.

"This technique still needs further refinement and stronger enforcement."

The coffin slowly sank into the ground, and Orochimaru turned and left.

On the other side, Aloe White Zetsu and Black Zetsu reunited and summoned Orochimaru to share information with the First and Second Hokage.

Upon learning this, Black Zetsu laughed and said, "It's the Impure World Reincarnation Technique, a secret technique developed by the Second Hokage. It can summon the souls of the Pure Land and revive them with the power of sacrifices."

"Tsk tsk, no wonder Orochimaru defected."

Aloe Vera White Zetsu said, "If we can find Madara-sama's body, then we should be able to revive him through Orochimaru, right?"

Black Zetsu said, "That is indeed a good method, provided that we can find Lord Madara's body."

Aloe Vera White Zetsu said, "That guy, Hoshino Shu, knows a lot. He'll definitely hide Lord Madara's corpse for research, right?"

"In that case, we'll find it sooner or later."

Hei Jue said, "I'll leave this matter to you."

……

In Konoha, Hoshinobu was also keeping an eye on Orochimaru's side.

Upon learning that Orochimaru had summoned the First and Second Hokage, Hoshino knew that Black Zetsu would definitely use Orochimaru.

So next, all he needs to do is reasonably allow Black Zetsu to obtain a part of Madara Uchiha's corpse.

This is not difficult.

He can simply place Madara Uchiha's corpse in the experimental base for research.

He believed that Black Zetsu had a way.

Even if there's no other way, the Star Show will create opportunities.

"It'll be soon, it'll be soon..."

Xingxia Xiu touched his eyes.

A month has passed in the blink of an eye.

In the Hidden Sound Village, Orochimaru prepares to leave.

He needs to find suitable test subjects.

After leaving the Sound Village and entering the Land of Fire, Orochimaru suddenly stopped.

Two figures emerged from behind the tree ahead.

Red clouds and black robes.

Immediately afterward, Orochimaru's pupils contracted as he stared at those unique eyes: "The Rinnegan, one of the three legendary dojutsu!"

"I finally met him today."

At this moment, it was Nagato and Konan who stopped Orochimaru.

Meanwhile, Jue was also watching nearby.

"Orochimaru, join our Akatsuki organization! We can offer you protection!"

Changmen Road.

Orochimaru smiled and said, "If your level is only that of those two from last time, then you're not good enough."

Nagato said calmly, "Oh, it seems we need to show our strength."

Orochimaru formed hand seals, and two coffins rose up.

The coffin lid fell shut, and the First Hokage and the Second Hokage stepped out.

This time, Orochimaru did not use kunai to carry the spell formula, but instead perfected the technique itself.

"bring it on!"

Orochimaru spoke, and the First Hokage formed the Snake Hand Seal with both hands.

The next moment, the forest came to life, and more vines and trees grew rapidly from the ground, sweeping towards Nagato and Konan from all directions.

Nagato didn't move, but Konan's body changed. Sheets of paper flew up, folded themselves, and turned into moths, flying towards the growing vines.

The next moment, flames shot into the sky, followed by a series of explosions.

As the roar subsided and the smoke gradually dissipated.

The area around Nagato and Konan was charred black, and all the vines had been blown to pieces.

But then, another roaring sound arose, and a great river surged toward the two of them.

"I'll do it!"

Nagato spoke, took a step forward, and raised his right hand, palm facing outward.

Shinra Tensei!

The rushing water seemed to hit an invisible wall, paused for a moment, and then swished backward.

Orochimaru was startled and immediately jumped up with the First and Second Hokage to avoid the swirling water.

But as soon as he landed, an invisible force enveloped him, and his body involuntarily flew towards Nagato.

"Is this the power of the Rinnegan?"

Orochimaru was both surprised and delighted.

The Second Hokage unleashed the Water Severing Wave, sending a torrent of water hurtling straight at Nagato.

Nagato decisively withdrew the Universal Pull and instead used the Divine Ra Tensei, which immediately disintegrated the Water Break Wave.

Then another roar erupted as Konan used explosive tags to destroy the first and second generations of the robot.

And before the first and second generations could recover, even more blank sheets of paper swarmed in, enveloping and entangled the first and second generations.

"seal up!"

Xiao Nan formed a hand seal, and talismans appeared on the white paper, forming a sealing technique.

Orochimaru's expression changed, but he immediately smiled and said, "This level of strength is indeed sufficient. If it's not too much trouble, I'd be willing to join the Akatsuki."

Nagato stopped: "Just complete the tasks assigned by the organization, and there won't be many tasks."

"As for other matters, the organization does not interfere."

Orochimaru laughed and said, "Then there's no problem."

(End of this chapter)