The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

To reiterate, we don't need to pinpoint the exact locations of the Tailed Beast Jinchuriki right now, but we do need to determine their general activity range. This will make it easier to capture them when the plan is officially launched at some point in the future!

"There is no accurate information yet, but based on the information we have received before, the probability that Orochimaru took them away is very high. After all, Menma Uzumaki, Kabuto Yakushi, and Sasuke Uchiha were all there!"

Hei Jue said in a sinister tone.

"Has this guy figured out something?! Is he targeting the Six-Tails directly?"

Obito said with a furrowed brow.

For Obito, it wasn't a big deal who had temporarily captured the Six-Tails. All he wanted was to confirm its exact location. Where he would capture the Six-Tails later was irrelevant.

But Obito was worried that Orochimaru might have come up with something!

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 266 Meeting and Objectives

The nine tailed beasts are derived from the ten-tailed beast.

This is a thousand-year-old secret known only to Obito in the current ninja world, excluding Menma, a special transmigrator.

As a representative after Madara Uchiha's death.

It's fair to say that Ban knows a lot.

Obito knows as much as he does.

Unlike Nagato, who was simply deceived and manipulated, the relationship between Obito and Madara was more complicated. Apart from Rin Nohara, where Madara deliberately tricked Obito and intentionally caused her death to completely plunge Obito into darkness, Obito was fully involved in everything else.

Apart from this point, Madara did not hide anything from Obito in other aspects. Madara genuinely hoped that Obito could help him realize the Eye of the Moon Plan, so naturally he needed to tell Obito all the information he had learned, even though these things were just the result of Black Zetsu's deliberate guidance.

But at least regarding the part involving the Ten-Tails, it is indeed true. Obito isn't worried about the others, but he has to be cautious about Orochimaru. Even if the probability is extremely low, what if Orochimaru really does discover the relationship between the nine tailed beasts?

That would be a huge problem.

"It shouldn't be that bad, right? Without any corroborating evidence, why would that guy research in that direction?"

Black Zetsu's heart skipped a beat when he heard Obito's words.

The plan is now in its final preparation stage. Once the Akatsuki and Nagato have sorted everything out, the tailed beast capture operation can begin.

It's especially important at this critical juncture.

Black Zetsu desperately wanted to avoid any unexpected events.

Just like when Obito lost his eye, and given that it was almost certain that Menma didn't know the true value of that eye and would definitely waste it, Black Zetsu also greatly appreciated Obito's decision not to act rashly and expose them.

If Orochimaru really did discover the connection between the nine tailed beasts...

That would be quite a problem for them.

"Hmph, that's hard to say. Orochimaru just loves research in all sorts of areas, eternal life and supreme power. His goals have always been so firm and unwavering. As the most unique existence in the ninja world today, how could he not study the tailed beasts!? And with that guy's research abilities, if he were to use several different tailed beasts as research material, can you guarantee that there won't be any problems!?"

Obito snorted coldly.

From a general perspective, Orochimaru's individual strength is already quite formidable. Even though he was seemingly defeated by Itachi in one move, this was partly because Orochimaru was initially a little careless and underestimated Itachi's strength, and partly because the side effects of the Reanimation Jutsu weakened Orochimaru's mental power to below the normal Kage level, amplifying the damage of genjutsu to him, not to mention genjutsu at the level of the Mangekyou Sharingan!

It's only natural that they were severely damaged.

This can be seen from the fact that Orochimaru was able to retreat smoothly even after being severely injured by Itachi.

It can't be that Itachi showed mercy and was unwilling to kill Orochimaru, right?

This guy is a crazy guy who would kill his entire clan for the sake of Konoha's peace. Orochimaru is also the biggest rogue ninja in Konoha. If he had the chance, Itachi would definitely kill Orochimaru!

Furthermore, the clashes between Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru demonstrate that Orochimaru's individual strength is indeed formidable.

Overall, calling it a strong film is absolutely not an exaggeration!

Such a guy.

It is inherently something that makes people wary.

Not to mention that Orochimaru's greatest strength lies in his scientific research ability.

The art of resurrection.

The technique of reincarnation in the Impure World.

This best demonstrates Orochimaru's research capabilities. The former was developed by Orochimaru alone, while the latter, although developed by Tobirama Senju, was truly brought to its full potential by Orochimaru. Otherwise, according to the original Impure World Reincarnation technique, the summoned ninjas would only have one or two tenths of their peak strength at most.

How could they be like the later 70-80%, or even the strength of Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha, who were almost comparable to their peak!

Therefore, based on this point.

Obito had ample reason to suspect Orochimaru.

"this..."

That's what Obito said.

Even Black Zetsu wasn't sure.

"Search for Orochimaru's location with all our might. We can no longer let Orochimaru get away with this. Once we pinpoint his exact location, have Nagato immediately send Sasori and Deidara to deal with him. If necessary, have Nagato take action personally. We must eliminate this threat of Orochimaru!"

"Obito said in a sinister tone."

When Orochimaru defected from the organization, an order to hunt him down was issued.

Neither Obito nor Nagato truly took it to heart. They would kill if they could, and let it go if they couldn't. They didn't need to care too much. Everything still had to be based on the organization's plan. But now it's different.

Orochimaru's research and his very existence have the potential to threaten the organization, or more precisely, Obito's plans.

Even if it's only in the stage of suspicion right now, as long as there's even the slightest hint of trouble, Orochimaru must be eliminated as soon as possible.

Of course, Obito didn't have much doubt about Menma. In Obito's eyes, he was just a child whose heart was filled with hatred. How could he possibly pose any threat? Orochimaru was definitely behind all of this!

Once Orochimaru is eliminated, everything will be fine.

"Yes, I understand. I will further mobilize resources to search for Orochimaru's location. As for Nagato, I will go and inform him now."

Black Zetsu nodded emphatically.

Then it immediately sank to the surface and disappeared.

"Buzz!"

Obito himself immediately activated Kamui.

After the surrounding space distorted for a moment.

One's own form is also integrated into it, and then departs.

The situation has become somewhat delicate, making it impossible for Obito to continue his research peacefully here.

He had to go and take charge personally.

When necessary.

Even at the risk of exposure, we must start the plan in advance!

Project Eye of the Moon.

Above all else!!!

Orochimaru, the perfect scapegoat.

This is an unpredictable outcome resulting from a combination of coincidences.

If Menma knew, he would be very happy. This is the development he wanted, and the reason why he initially chose to stay with Orochimaru. After all, he is only 13 years old in this life and is a brat in the eyes of outsiders. How could he possibly have a well-thought-out plan?

Wasn't it all Orochimaru's scheme and arrangement?

This is the consensus in the ninja world regarding the relationship between Menma and Orochimaru, with the exception of Onoki, who had direct contact with Menma. However, this old man only felt that Orochimaru had not deceived Menma.

In reality, Menma was probably influenced by Orochimaru, or more accurately, he was under Orochimaru's influence.

This cannot be blamed on Onoki.

After all, how could you possibly believe that a 12 or 3-year-old boy would have such mature thoughts and such meticulous plans?

Orochimaru's statement to Kabuto that he wanted to dissect Menma was no joke. Of course, all of this required Orochimaru's cooperation, and in fact, Orochimaru himself was quite willing to do so.

Orochimaru had a premonition.

His dream, his future, is destined to be realized through Menma.

In this respect, Orochimaru is truly one of the few pure individuals in the ninja world, never changing his original intentions over the decades.

So what if someone takes the blame for another person's misdeeds?

Compared to his ambitions, everything else seemed so insignificant.

This is also the main reason why Menma firmly chose Orochimaru: to temporarily divert attention and gain precious time.

Menma, along with Suigetsu, Karin, and the others, headed non-stop towards the northern part of the Land of Grass, spending most of the day on their journey.

We finally arrived at the agreed-upon destination.

"Search the surrounding area and see where the traces were left!"

After looking around, Menma turned to the other ordinary Takigakure ninjas around him and gave them an order.

"Yes, Lord Menma!"

The ninja from Takigakure responded in unison, then each leaped away and scattered to search in all directions.

Just like when she revealed her true identity to Ah Jun before.

After deciding to plan ahead.

Menma also decided to reveal his identity to the Takigakure ninja in the barrier team first, since this operation would require bringing some Takigakure ninja to perform auxiliary tasks, and his identity would definitely be exposed then.

Of course, when selecting personnel, it is necessary to choose those who have already undergone preliminary screening, and it must be done in the presence of Shibuki. Otherwise, even if these Takigakure ninjas have initially recognized and trusted Menma, revealing their private identities would create a sense of 'rebellion'.

You mustn't do something so stupid!

One can be a little eager for quick success, but one must never do anything foolish.

"Lord Mianma, the trace has been found, and the coordinates have been pinpointed to the twelve o'clock position!"

Before long, a short-haired man named Takishinobu found the corresponding mark and came to report.

"Very good, let's go!"

The accurate coordinates that have been determined.