Start with a Zanpakuto and build the strongest Mist Village.

Could a ruthless figure like Hanzo allow such an ambitious organization as Akatsuki to exist in the ninja world?

"The demigods who fight for the Weeping Kingdom are indeed respectable, but the corruption of the desire for power has caused these former gods to fall from their pedestals." Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Mizuki Yoru shook his head.

"According to the intelligence I have obtained, the corrupt Hanzo was killed by the leader of the Akatsuki long ago, and after that, Amegakure became the Akatsuki's headquarters."

The decaying Hanzo...

Such a title caused the three Shadows present to frown. Clearly, they had not expected that someone hailed as a demigod would be corrupted by the desire for power.

Shock, astonishment, and... disbelief.

If the person who said these words were someone other than Minazuki Yoru, and if the occasion wasn't such a serious and tense war meeting, they would most likely scoff at them.

In the minds of those who experienced the Second Shinobi World War, Hanzo held a very important position. For example, the three legendary ninjas who are now famous throughout the ninja world were named by Hanzo.

That man was a man who went to war with the three kingdoms for the sake of Amegakure and the future of the Land of Rain. He was hailed as a demigod!

"They actually killed Hanzo and usurped his place, huh?"

The Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, slowly said, "It doesn't matter. It's actually better this way. Hanzo's abilities are quite troublesome in large-scale ninja wars."

During the Second Shinobi World War, Hanzo was able to successively challenge the three major ninja villages of Konoha, Sunagakure, and Iwagakure not only because of his solid foundation as a ninja, but also because of the extremely venomous nature of the salamander he controlled.

If it weren't for Chiyo, who was also knowledgeable about poison, Sunagakure's losses in World War II would probably have been even more devastating!

Now that Hanzo is gone, the pressure is naturally much less.

"If we can confirm that the Akatsuki are in Amegakure, then our next step should be to take the initiative," Fugaku Uchiha said in a deep voice. "Raikage, what are your plans?"

"Take the initiative!"

The Fourth Raikage, A, slammed his hand on the conference table, his words resolute: "No matter how strong the Akatsuki is, they are absolutely no match for the combined forces of our four villages. We only need to seal off Amegakure before they can react, trap them like turtles in a jar, and annihilate them within Amegakure."

"It won't be easy to seal off the entire Amegakure."

Rasa frowned and said in a low voice, "Because of the existence of space-time ninjutsu, we can only use special barriers to restrict it, but to seal off the entire Amegakure village with a special barrier..."

This is indeed a headache. The pressure from spacetime spellcasters is too great. If they don't fight you, you have absolutely no way to fight back.

The events of the Third Shinobi World War, including the subsequent events caused by Obito, demonstrated how difficult it is to deal with users of space-time jutsu.

Even in the future Fourth Shinobi World War, when facing Madara Uchiha and Kaguya, space-time manipulators will still have a huge amount of room to maneuver!

"Lord Mizukage!"

The Fourth Raikage didn't answer Rasa's question, but instead looked at Mizuki Yoru: "You can do it, right? Seal off the entire Amegakure space, leaving that damned space-time jutsu user nowhere to escape. You can do that, right?"

"Ah." Yoru smiled casually, frankly admitting the Raikage's question: "Indeed, with my current strength and that of Kirigakure, we are capable of doing this."

"Then I'll have to trouble the Mizukage!"

The Fourth Raikage spoke directly: "Lord Mizukage, you are not only the leader of Kirigakure, but also the future leader and pioneer of the ninja world! I can see such a bright future, which absolutely cannot be destroyed; it belongs to the entire ninja world!"

"This time, we must nip the Akatsuki threat in the bud. Therefore, Lord Mizukage, we urge you to take action this time!"

"Seriously, putting pressure on me by labeling me like this is really giving me a headache."

Night clicked her tongue: "Fine, Xiao, who has completely gone astray, is indeed a threat. Let's take advantage of this meeting to eliminate him completely!"

As the plan continues to unfold, four of the five great nations have fully promoted spiritual power, ushering in an era of Quincy for all.

The Akatsuki organization, which Yoruichi used to attract the attention of the ninja world, has lost its value and meaning. It's better to get rid of it now.

and……

It's time for the ninja world, which has now entered the Quincy era, to see the correct way to use spiritual power!

……

With the outcome of the meeting already predetermined, the Shadow Conference lasted only half a day before it came to an end.

The Fourth Raikage once again warmly welcomed the three Kage, and then swiftly mobilized the available forces. After a day or two of sightseeing, the three Kage returned to their villages and began to gather their forces.

This battle is called Operation Dawn!

Iwagakure Village.

Beneath the artificial human laboratory of Project Iwa, Obito continuously draws in and absorbs chakra, storing it in special instruments.

During this period, the Protect the Rock Project was carried out in full swing. After Obito demonstrated the value of White Zetsu cells without hesitation, not only the high-ranking members of Iwagakure were excited, but also the ninjas of Iwagakure, the nobles of the Land of Earth, and even ordinary people heard about it.

The ninjas saw the future village's improved medical system, and the merchants and nobles saw unlimited business opportunities. For a time, everyone's enthusiasm was high, and they all threw themselves into it.

The enormous benefit it brought was that it greatly compensated for Obito's need for chakra!

"All right."

He then pocketed a special chakra crystal containing a massive amount of chakra, which should have been embedded in the artificial human body. A smile spread across Obito's face beneath his mask as he murmured, "That'll be enough soon. At this rate, my unique ascension ceremony can begin immediately!"

"Obito, the Kage meeting convened by the Raikage has ended, and they will launch a joint attack on Akatsuki."

The ground rippled, and Zetsu's figure emerged. He spoke in a deep voice, "Mizuki Yoru has revealed that Akatsuki is in Amegakure. Should we have Nagato and the others relocate ahead of time?"

Upon hearing this, Obito Uchiha, who was continuously extracting chakra, paused slightly before continuing his operation.

"There's no need. With Nagato's current strength, coupled with Hiruko, he can't be easily defeated."

“With water but no moon, even if Nagato activates Sage Mode, he wouldn’t be a match for him.” Black Zetsu said in a deep voice, “The Rinnegan is the core of our plan, and we cannot afford to lose it.”

"Then what do you want to do?" Obito put down what he was holding, his blood-red eyes falling on Black Zetsu: "Do you expect me to fight against Mizuki Yoru in my current state?"

"Don't laugh it off. Completing my ritual is the most important thing. At worst, you can use your technique to summon Nagato back after Nagato is defeated."

"Anyway, Nagato's only value lies in the eyes that belong to Madara within his eye sockets."

Since some pieces have become unruly, it would be better to deal with them directly through Minazuki Yoru's intervention.

Black Zetsu wanted to say something more, but Obito had already turned around and continued to extract chakra.

Seeing this, Black Zetsu fell silent, his expression unreadable as he stared at Obito for a long time before slowly burrowing into the ground.

His strength has not fully recovered, and if he were to teleport away to Nagato again, it would be too much of a burden for him.

For the sake of the Rinnegan and to stabilize the current situation, this battle must not be fought under any circumstances!

Once he reached the ground, Obito's eyes, hidden behind his mask, subtly withdrew, and a faint hint of mockery appeared on his lips.

"Go ahead and make a scene, the bigger the better. The bigger the scene, the smoother my ceremony will go..."

……

"That's how it is, Nagato. The four-nation alliance is on its way to the Land of Rain, and among them is even Minazuki Yoru and his Shinigami."

Bai looked at Nagato in despair and quickly relayed the information: "We are no match for this force. Let's retreat as soon as possible!"

"retreat?"

Nagato glanced at White Zetsu calmly, seemingly unsurprised by the news.

He slowly walked to the window, opened it, and looked up at the dark, oppressive clouds in the sky.

Sparse raindrops fell from the sky, growing heavier under Nagato's watchful gaze. The continuous rain formed a beaded curtain between heaven and earth, playing a lonely yet melodious tune.

"The Land of Rain is weeping!"

Nagato stretched his hand out the window, feeling the patter of raindrops on his palm. The broken water droplets shimmered with a faint light, as if reflecting the past of this sorrowful village in Nagato's all-seeing eyes.

A chaotic world, a sorrowful nation.

The ambition of a tyrant, the dream of becoming the sixth great power.

The rule of fallen and corrupt demigods, saviors and destroyers!

Everything that this village had experienced finally came into his hands at this moment.

"The sky over this village, this country, has never been clear."

"During the First Shinobi World War, the great powers fought each other for their own interests, and the weak Land of Rain became a victim."

"During the Second Shinobi World War, Konoha, Sunagakure, and Iwagakure all dispatched troops to fight Amegakure on this land, shattering Hanzo's dream of leading this nation to become the sixth greatest, and deepening the dark clouds hanging over the sky..."

"Absolutely."

Nagato slowly spoke: "This country has been shrouded in dark clouds for far too long; it has been weeping and lamenting."

“I am Kami, the savior of this sorrowful world, but I cannot fulfill Yahiko’s ideals, nor can I even dispel the dark clouds over my own country. Now I must leave this village and hand it over to those big countries to trample on at will.”

"Do you think this is right?"

"……I see."

White Zetsu burrowed underground and delivered the message to Black Zetsu. Kaguya's third son nearly suffered a stroke from anger, cursing Nagato in his heart for being brain-dead.

I told you Minazuki Yoru was coming, and you still didn't run away but thought you could just tough it out. Are you out of your mind?

They originally chose Nagato, who was extremely psychologically disturbed, so that the plan could be executed better. But now, Nagato's psychology is too abnormal, and he has become a burden to the plan!

"Go ahead and fight! If you enjoy dying so much, then go ahead and die!"

Black Zetsu was unusually agitated and even started to give up.

It doesn't matter. At worst, I can summon the Rinnegan back after I die in battle. Even if I lose some energy, so be it!

“If Minazuki Yoru is really in this siege, you should retreat.” After Zetsu left, Jigen slowly walked out from behind, looking at the rain curtain: “You are no match for Minazuki Yoru now, there is no need to make such a seemingly emotional outburst, but actually meaningless move.”

"Tch, whatever."

Nagato turned to look at Jigen, his expression calm: "Having already known the truth of this world, I no longer care about those things. I am neither the savior of this world nor the destroyer of this world. I am just a windmill standing high in this world, waiting for the wind to come."

"As for how the wind blows, that's your business, isn't it?"

"...I'm far from recovered, so it's impossible for me to go to war with that guy, Minazuki Yoru." Jigen shook his head: "But if you want to fight, then go ahead, and I'll help you evacuate."

"After this matter is over, you can try the so-called 'Ghost Sprout Technique' sacrifice. I have already prepared it for you."

"Ah."

"Good luck to you then."

Space tore open the black cavity, swallowing Jigen's figure, leaving only Nagato, who continued to gaze at the Rain Village shrouded in rain in the distance.

The pale purple Rinnegan was like a deep, ancient well, and only after a long while did it reveal a hint of bitterness and sorrow.

After understanding the truth of this world, he didn't know what he should or shouldn't do.

His past dreams and obsessions seem so ridiculous in the face of reality that he now feels that whatever he does is meaningless.

"I'm sorry, Yahiko."

"I...I've let you down..."

Chapter 245 I am now the only ultimate ninja in this world! The one standing at the pinnacle of ninjas!

The land of rain.

From a distance, Amegakure, with its network of drainage pipes, looks like a steel jungle.

Dark, gloomy clouds lingered in the sky, stretching as far as the eye could see, seemingly unchanged since time immemorial. This land, nestled between the three great kingdoms of wind, earth, and fire, seemed to have been born to weep, inspiring feelings of disgust and aversion in those who beheld it.

Outside the sphere of influence of Amegakure, in a makeshift earthen house constructed using Earth Release techniques, the three Kage, each leading nearly a hundred ninjas, gathered.

"Our whereabouts should have been discovered by the Akatsuki, but they haven't come out to fight us."

"Does this mean they want us to venture deep into the heart of Amegakure and start a war within Amegakure itself?"

"There might be traps, but that's not an obstacle to our progress... Has the Water Shadow not arrived yet?"

"Om!!"

The sudden, strange sound interrupted the meeting between the three figures inside the room. Their expressions changed slightly, and they quickly left the room.

But when the three of them appeared outside and saw what had happened, their expressions suddenly froze, and they stared at the gray sky in disbelief.

Not only the three Kage, but all the ninjas present looked up as a dazzling light suddenly appeared, like a protective shield that enveloped everyone, including the Hidden Rain Village in the rain.

"This, what exactly is this..."

"Sorry, I'm a little late."

Wearing a water-shadow divine robe, Mizuki Yoru descended from the sky. Behind him, several pure white figures flickered and disappeared, leaving only one person behind with Yoru.

Flying ninjas are always eye-catching, and Mizuki Yoru's ability to walk on air was even more attention-grabbing. However, the three Kage's gazes did not linger on Yoru for long before they all fell on the person behind Yoru.

Wearing a pure white captain's haori and with an expressionless face, Yagura Karatachi, the captain of the 13th Division of the Gotei 13, calmly stood behind Minazuki Yoru, meeting the gazes of the three Kage.

"Gotei 13..."