Start with a Zanpakuto and build the strongest Mist Village.

"Someone has given us a very generous gift."

Mizuki Yoru dissipated the spiritual energy in her hands and looked at Orochimaru with a smile: "Since they've taken such a proactive approach, let's give some old friends a new lease on life. They've survived in the dark and desolate Yomi no Tochi for so long; it's time for them to come out and breathe some fresh air."

……

In the dim and dark Pure Land of the Underworld.

The Sage of Six Paths looked extremely grim after confirming the current state of the Underworld.

A thousand years of accumulated wealth were reduced to ashes. These souls, left behind in the Pure Land of the Underworld by the Sage of Six Paths, have completely left the ninja world with the burst of shattering energy, either dissipating or escaping.

In the Pure Land of the Underworld today, very few souls remain, and even if there are any, they are just scattered fragments of souls.

Like the Kage of each village, the clan leaders of each clan, and those who are famous throughout the ninja world and whose names are remembered for thousands of years, they are all invisible.

"Otsutsuki Ichishiki!!"

The Sage of Six Paths clenched his fists, his inner rage almost overflowing.

The Pure Land of the Underworld is not only his accumulated wealth over a thousand years, but also the key power he used to fight against Minazuki Yoru.

The destruction of the Pure Land of the Underworld is undoubtedly a blow to the Six Paths Immortals, weakening their foundation.

Of course, if it were only that, the Sage of Six Paths wouldn't be so angry, since it was only his own loss, and it was still within an acceptable range.

The problem is that the Pure Land of the Underworld was damaged, not destroyed. This means that the souls within the Pure Land of the Underworld did not perish, but went to the mortal world.

In the past, if such a soul appeared in the present world, it would not be long before it was reincarnated. But what is the ninja world like now?

Humans all possess spiritual power. Under such circumstances, abundant spiritual power will continuously support the stability of the soul, enabling it to survive in the ninja world for a long time.

Faced with free combat power delivered right to his doorstep, Minazuki Yoru had no reason to give up.

This ebb and flow is undoubtedly a huge problem for the Sage of Six Paths now!

"What are you planning to do next?" Gamamaru said in a gruff voice, "Minazuki Yoru has returned. Given our relationship, it probably won't be long before we both face Minazuki Yoru's purge."

"And then there's Otsutsuki Isshiki, who's been secretly making moves all along... Hagoromo, what are you planning to do?!"

The Six Paths Brothers remained silent.

If he doesn't do something now, they'll probably face Minazuki Yoru's spiritual pressure in person!

But what can he do now?

Gamamaru didn't know, but he believed in Hagoromo Otsutsuki.

This guy, who brought his mother down from her pedestal and hid in the ninja world for a thousand years, has a number of trump cards up his sleeve that make him no ordinary person.

"It's time to make a move, Yu Yi!"

"...I understand." As if he had made up his mind, Hagoromo Otsutsuki let out a melodious sigh and the Six Paths Staff in his hand fell into the void.

In an instant, three beams of light slowly emerged along the six tin staffs.

A fiery red flame, a deep blue seashell, a heavy rock.

Three figures hovered silently around the Six Paths Staff, like stars surrounding the moon, encircling it.

Looking at the three streams of energy on the staff, the Sage of Six Paths sighed: "It's a pity that the lightning and wind have not yet been found, otherwise all the problems would be solved."

Gamamaru was completely bewildered. What on earth was this thing that could give the Sage of Six Paths such confidence?

But after only a few glances, Gamamaru seemed to understand something. His pupils suddenly contracted, and he couldn't help but growl, "Hagoromo, are you crazy? Once these powers become unbalanced, the whole world will collapse!"

"The Divine Tree extracts all things, and the soul dominates and rules everything. In my view, these two outcomes are almost the same as the collapse of the world." Hagoromo Otsutsuki said indifferently, "Besides, if it weren't for their despicable methods, why would I need to use this level of power?"

"Are you trying to fight to the death?!"

"You're wrong, Gamamaru." Hagoromo Otsutsuki shook his head, looking at the three elemental energies hovering around the staff, and said calmly, "There can only be one victor, and who else but me!"

……

On the surface of a desolate planet in the deep universe, a colossal tree stands tall.

The roots of this giant tree are enormous, deeply embedded in the earth, drawing in all the energy of the planet, including the life force and the natural force.

After the entire planet was devoid of any life, and not even a trace of green remained, several chakra pills appeared at the top of the divine tree.

"Is that all? What a trash planet."

A figure dressed in splendid attire somewhat disdainfully harvested the chakra pills, stuffing them into his mouth as if they were candy: "Let's go, it's time to move on to the next place."

"Yes, my lord!"

Behind him, a slender figure nodded slightly, showing utmost respect.

Without a doubt, the beings who regard planets as prey and possess certain distinctive characteristics are the duo of the Otsutsuki clan.

They had just finished devouring a planet and were preparing to search for their next target.

But before they could fly away from the planet, an unusual chakra signal caught their attention.

"This is……"

After swallowing several highly concentrated chakra pills, the Otsutsuki clan member curiously sensed the chakra energy, his pure white eyes gleaming with dazzling light: "Interesting, this is truly fascinating! Such a massive energy planet, Isshiki, you've really given me a great gift!"

"Master Ichishiki?"

"My lord, shouldn't we be more careful about this?" The thin Otsutsuki behind him was taken aback and quickly whispered, "After all, if it really is such a huge energy planet, there is no reason for Lord Isshiki not to harvest it. Instead, he has exposed its information."

Destroying planets, devouring energy, and ultimately becoming a god through the condensation of endless chakra—this is the lifelong pursuit and survival instinct of all members of the Otsutsuki clan.

If an ordinary Otsutsuki discovered a planet with a high-energy reaction, they would be too busy fighting it alone and condensing it into a chakra fruit. Why would they deliberately expose it and increase their competitors?

There must be something fishy going on here!

However, this way of thinking seems a bit too advanced for the Otsutsuki clan.

Even though the skinny Otsutsuki subconsciously felt that something was amiss, the main Otsutsuki family didn't take it seriously.

"Such a massive energy planet, how could that idiot Yi Shi possibly understand it? I think it's precisely because he couldn't understand it that he proactively released this information."

"No need for further words, let's take the initiative and seize this opportunity before the other tribesmen discover this information!"

"Analyze the chakra factor, lock onto the star region!"

"Yes!"

Chapter 335 The Threat Remains

The Hidden Mist Building was rebuilt, and the 'Kage Conference,' a meeting symbolizing the highest power in the ninja world, was convened once again at this time.

Compared to the noisy and opinionated Shadow Meetings of the past, the meeting room was now completely quiet, with the eyes of the representatives from the four great ninja villages all fixed on Mizuki Yoru.

The Akatsuki Rebellion, the Fourth Shinobi World War, the Moon's Collapse, the Sage's Reappearance—the shinobi world has experienced far too much in just a few years, and Minazuki Yoru's existence is the anchor of this turbulent era!

If it weren't for Mizuki Yoru, the ninja world today would not only be in turmoil, but everyone would probably be trapped in an eternal slumber within the Infinite Tsukuyomi!

"Our Sixth Hokage of Konoha has made many mistakes, causing great trouble for everyone and the ninja world. I am deeply sorry for this." Akimichi Torifu, the new Hokage representative of Konoha, sighed and bowed deeply to everyone present.

After Danzo became Hokage, he exercised absolute control over Konoha, which at one point turned Konoha into an accomplice in causing harm to the ninja world.

Now, after Obito Uchiha was defeated by Yoru Mizuki, the Sixth Hokage Danzo Shimura and the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi have also completely disappeared. Only now has Konoha recovered from Danzo's rule.

Beside Akimichi Torifu, Nara Shikakichi also had his head bowed, his face full of apology.

However, when Akimichi Torifu offered his apology, everyone present remained expressionless.

Obito Uchiha, Danzo Shimura, Hiruzen Sarutobi...

To be precise, most of the people who caused such turmoil in the ninja world actually came from Konoha. Although most of those people were rogue ninjas, Konoha definitely bears an unshirkable responsibility for the current state of the ninja world.

"According to the information provided by the Mizukage, Danzo Shimura and Hiruzen Sarutobi did not appear on the final battlefield," Onoki said in a deep voice. "Doesn't your Konoha have any information about them?"

"Um... I'm sorry, no."

Nara Shikakichi shook his head with a wry smile: "However, with Obito Uchiha defeated by the Mizukage, even if the Third and Sixth Hokage had some extraordinary conspiracy, they certainly wouldn't dare to carry it out at this moment."

"Then they are also a potential threat!" Tsuchitai said coldly, "Your Konoha must issue arrest warrants for Shimura Danzo and Sarutobi Hiruzen, and you must work with the Mizukage's men to hunt down Shimura Danzo and Sarutobi Hiruzen."

As soon as he finished speaking, Tsuchikage seemed to realize that his words were somewhat biased. He quickly looked at Mizuki Yoru and said in a low voice, "Lord Mizukage, I did not mean to force or order you. It's just that according to the intelligence, Shimura Danzo and Sarutobi Hiruzen are extremely powerful, and can even be said to be at the pinnacle of the current ninja world."

"Without the Shinigami and Quincy under your command, we wouldn't be able to pose a significant threat to those two!"

Tsuchikage's words made sense. There are very few strong ninjas left in the ninja world today. Konoha, which was once the strongest, is now completely ruined. The situation is the same for other ninja villages. Only Iwagakure still has the Third Tsuchikage, Onoki.

“I understand what you mean, Lord Tutai.”

Mizuki nodded slightly, indicating that Tsuchikage need not say more: "The Sixth Hokage and the Third Hokage do indeed have unforgivable sins. If Konoha can regard them as rogue ninjas and issue arrest warrants for them, we, Kirigakure as allies, will naturally not stand idly by."

Upon hearing this, everyone from Iwagakure, Sunagakure, and Kumogakure showed expressions of excitement. Akimichi Torifu sighed and nodded.

"Lord Mizukage is joking. Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura are indeed heinous criminals. In my capacity as Acting Hokage, I hereby announce that both of them are wanted, at the S-rank!"

"Whoever can provide information about the two men and behead or capture them alive will receive a huge reward from Konoha!"

"Excellent! Lord Qu Feng, you have quite the spirit!"

“You are the one who truly deserves the title of Acting Hokage. Look at Danzo before you, what kind of person was he?”

"In that case, there should be no place for those two old guys to live in the ninja world."

Upon hearing Akimichi Torifu acknowledge their identities as rogue ninja, smiles appeared on everyone's faces. However, Akimichi Torifu turned to Mizuki Yoru and said, "Lord Mizukage, I have another request."

"Speak freely," Mizuki Yoru said calmly.

"With the Hokage gone, Konoha is not only in dire need of rebuilding, but it also desperately needs a pillar of support..."

Akimichi Torifu glanced at Nara Shikakichi beside him and slowly said, "I am too old and lack the capacity to be Hokage. According to the discussion among the higher-ups of Konoha, the most suitable candidate at present should be the captain of your Fourth Division."

"You want Tsunade to become Hokage?" Mizuki Yoru asked, somewhat surprised.

"Yes!"

Nara Shikakichi nodded emphatically on the side: "Lady Tsunade is exceptionally strong. She is also the captain of your fourth division, Mizukage, and was once one of the Legendary Sannin of Konoha. In terms of both strength and status, she is the perfect candidate for Hokage."

"Therefore, we hope that you can agree with our idea and let Lady Tsunade become the Seventh Hokage of Konoha!"

Making Tsunade Hokage... You guys really have the nerve to say something like that.

The people present had strange expressions.

It's common knowledge that Tsunade is a follower of Minazuki Yoru, yet Konoha chose her to become the village's seventh head... This is all to curry favor with Minazuki Yoru, and they're even giving up the village's sovereignty!

But upon closer reflection, both Tsuchida and Onoki secretly acknowledged their brilliant move.

The current state of Konoha is evident to all. Danzo's distorted rule has almost ruined Konoha, not only causing the collapse of Konoha's mainstays and severe losses of countless resources, but also leaving Konoha with less than one-tenth of its fighting force!

The Uchiha clan was wiped out, and the Fifth Hokage, Fugaku Uchiha, died in battle.

The Hyuga clan was wiped out, and the clan leader, Hyuga Hiashi, was killed in battle.

Although the Ino-Shika-Cho-Aburame clans are in relatively good condition, their elite members were wiped out by Yoru Mizuki during the Third Shinobi World War, leaving only a bunch of young and old members, completely in a transitional phase.

Furthermore, after being devastated by the lunar debris, Konoha's remaining fighting force is now inferior to that of some small countries!

If such a weakened state were discovered and coveted by other forces in the ninja world, the war that had just ended would soon reignite!

If Konoha were to align itself with Kirigakure at this moment... then everything would be a different story.

"Letting Tsunade go back to be Hokage... You guys really have a brain. Aren't you afraid she'll gamble away everything Konoha has left?" Mizuki Yoru said with a playful tone, "Fine, I'll talk to Tsunade about this, but the specifics are up to her to decide."

Upon hearing this, Akimichi Torifu and Nara Shikakichi exchanged a glance, overjoyed.

Although they are not ready to persuade Tsunade yet, they are confident that they can do so as long as Mizuki Yoru agrees!

The Third Tsuchikage, Onoki, suddenly changed the subject, his gaze fixed intently on Mizuki Yoru: "Lord Mizukage, now that the Ninja War is over, the ninja world is in dire need of rebuilding. As the leader and creator of this new era, what are your thoughts on the future development..."

"The development of the ninja world should be based on its own actual situation. I can only provide assistance to a certain extent."

As soon as Mizuki Yoru finished speaking, many voices of agreement rang out in the room, and many people nodded repeatedly.

Although Minazuki Yoru is currently extraordinary and unparalleled, no less than the Sage of Six Paths in the past, politics is not something that can be solved by force alone. Now that Minazuki Yoru is able to give them ample autonomy, that is naturally the best thing.

"But I must remind you all that although Obito Uchiha has been killed, the crisis in the ninja world is far from over."

When Minazuki Yoru suddenly changed the subject, the smiling faces of everyone present froze, and they looked at Minazuki Yoru with complete incomprehension.

You've already killed Obito Uchiha, is there still a crisis in the ninja world?

"The Otsutsuki clan."

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Mizuki slowly uttered the threatening name: "You may not know what kind of existence the Otsutsuki clan is, nor do you understand why I value them so much... Akira, distribute all the documents."

"Yes, Lord Ye."