20demayo Chapter 151 The Chakra Problem is Imminent, Searching for the Dragon Vein!
Chapter 151 The Chakra Problem is Imminent, Searching for the Dragon Vein!
Chapter 151 The Chakra Problem is Imminent, Searching for the Dragon Vein!
Regardless of how you look at it, Nagato ultimately achieved his awakening, shattering the laughable peace ideals that led to the founding of Akatsuki.
Even with Makoto's words, Obito still believed in himself. He believed that with a little guidance in the future, everything would get on track as planned!
"I thought that Makoto would come out of the Kamui dimension and attack Nagato as soon as he discovered that our target was the Rinnegan."
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Bai Jue watched Gouju Makoto's departing figure and said, "He probably still has a pair of kaleidoscopes he hasn't used yet."
The two pairs of kaleidoscopes and the Dark Escape technique were the intelligence they had detected regarding the Hand of the God of the Goji Berry.
Now that Makoto Karatachi has copied the Rinnegan, there's a 99% chance he replaced the Dark Release technique with it. In other words, Makoto Karatachi's God Hand now consists of two Mangekyou Sharingan and the Rinnegan.
Damn, listen to this power that an ordinary ninja could possibly wield!
"Hmph, I guess he doesn't have much chakra left."
Obito snorted coldly: "Otherwise, that guy wouldn't have left like that."
"It's good that they're gone. It makes it easier for us to get closer to Nagato." Black Zetsu said slowly, "Nagato is definitely at his most vulnerable right now. Obito, we can't miss this opportunity."
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Don't worry!
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The rain is still falling.
The incessant drizzle, like the eternal tears of this nation, enveloped the valley, the corpses, and the three silent figures amidst the ruins.
Nagato leaned against the rock, his Rinnegan half-closed, but his gaze never left Yahiko's corpse not far away.
The rain pelted that once vibrant face, those forever closed eyes, and the wounds that were gradually turning pale from being washed away by the rain.
Yahiko, the orange-haired boy who always smiled, the idealist who forever believed that people could understand each other, the leader who led them out of the darkness and founded the Akatsuki organization—
He died just like that.
They died in the explosion of the cave sealing technique, they died from Hanzo's betrayal, they died on the land of the country they once wanted to save.
"Nagato————"
Xiao Nan's voice was very soft, with an undisguised tremor.
She had already cried, her tears mingling with the rain, and now only endless sorrow and emptiness remained.
Nagato did not respond.
He simply gazed at Yahiko silently, as if trying to use his Rinnegan to forever etch the boy's image into the depths of his soul.
"We need to bury him."
Yekura broke the silence.
She stood to one side, her wounds already treated, the rain soaking her long reddish-brown hair, but unable to conceal the complex emotions in her eyes.
She didn't know much about the Akatsuki organization, after all, she had only joined Akatsuki not long ago, but Konan told her a lot about Akatsuki, Nagato and Yahiko, and from Yahiko's suicide just now, she also guessed what kind of person Yahiko was.
Without a doubt, in such a dirty and ugly world where heroes are sacrificed for profit and power, Yahiko's existence is extremely rare.
Such a person, when he or she dies, deserves a dignified burial, so that he or she may rest in peace in the Pure Land of the Underworld.
To Yecang's astonishment...
Nagato shook his head at her suggestion.
"No, Yahiko's story must not end like this!"
"His ideals, his will—must not be buried like this."
Konan suddenly looked up, a hint of confusion and panic flashing in her eyes: "Nagato, you—what do you want to do?"
Nagato slowly stood up, his emaciated figure swaying precariously in the rain, but the light of his Rinnegan grew ever deeper, like two slowly rotating abysses.
"Hanzo is still alive, those who disrupted the peace of this world are still alive, those who forced Yahiko to commit suicide are still alive!"
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"They thought that killing Yahiko would end the Akatsuki organization. They thought that fear and violence would continue to drag the Land of Rain down."
But they were wrong.
Nagato held Yahiko's body, the ripples of his Rinnegan slowly turning, and an invisible, chilling aura emanated from him.
"I want Yahiko to see it with his own eyes."
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"Watch with your own eyes how we inherit his will, watch with your own eyes how we change the world!"
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"Nagato!"
Konan's voice trembled slightly as she looked at Nagato in disbelief.
"Xiao Nan, you said that no matter what decision I make, you'll be by my side, right?"
Xiao Nan looked at him, tears welling up in her eyes again, but she nodded firmly.
Yes. Wherever you go, whatever you do, I will be by your side.
Nagato smiled slightly, a smile that carried endless sorrow, yet also an indescribable resolve.
"Thanks."
He looked at Ye Cang, his gaze calm and profound.
"Yakura, you've only just joined Akatsuki and this has already happened. If you want to leave, I won't stop you. Yahiko's dream—shouldn't be a burden to anyone."
Yecang was silent for a moment, then slowly shook his head.
"I'm not leaving."
Her voice was soft, but firm.
"I joined Akatsuki not because Yahiko's speech was so moving, nor because your ideals were so lofty. I just—wanted to find a place to belong."
She looked up at Nagato.
"Besides, you just saved my life. As a Sunagakure Scorching Release user, I don't owe anyone favors."
Nagato looked at her, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes, but in the end he just nodded.
"it is good."
He took a deep breath, turned to look at Yahiko's corpse, and a resolute glint flashed in his Rinnegan.
"Yahiko's dream will not end here."
"However, we need to change."
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"Change?"
Xiao Nan was taken aback.
"right."
Nagato's voice was like a rock in the rain: "Yahiko's ideals were not wrong. People should understand each other, and peace should be achieved through dialogue rather than violence. But he was too naive, so naive that—he paid the price with his life."
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"This world will not be kind to you because of your kindness. Those powerful nations, those ambitious people who will stop at nothing for their own interests, those venomous snakes lurking in the shadows—they will not lay down their knives because of your ideals."
"To change the world, you must possess the power to force the world to change."
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"This is the lesson that Yahiko taught me with his life!"
Xiao Nan fell silent.
She stared at Yahiko's body, at those eyes that were forever closed, her expression dazed.
Yahiko————
"The Akatsuki organization will continue to exist."
Nagato's voice rang out again, like a proclamation amidst the continuous rain.
"However, he is no longer the naive Akatsuki of Yahiko."
"It is a new dawn."
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Akatsuki is a force that can make the entire ninja world feel pain, understand pain, comprehend pain, and ultimately have no choice but to choose peace!
"Well said."
No sooner had the words been spoken than a hoarse and deep voice suddenly came from the rain.
Two figures slowly emerged from the rain.
One was dressed in a long black robe, with a swirling mask covering his face, revealing only a scarlet Sharingan. The other was like a pitcher plant growing from the ground, half black and half white, looking extremely eerie.
It was Obito and Zetsu!
"Who goes there?!"
Konan and Yekura simultaneously gathered chakra, watching the two uninvited guests warily.
Nagato slightly raised her hand, signaling them to calm down.
His Rinnegan gazed silently at Obito, the ripples in his eyes slowly shifting, as if he could see through everything hidden beneath the mask.
"You must be the one who fought Shimizu Makoto before."
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"I told you long ago, Narado."
Obito emerged from the rain with steady steps, radiating an indescribable sense of oppression.
"Reality is about to change drastically. What Yahiko said is just an ideal. What good is it to understand other people's pain? Others will not care about your pain. This is reality."
"By now, you should understand this reality."
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Nagato remained silent for a long time before slowly nodding.
"Yes, I finally understand."
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"The selfish will to maintain peace will inevitably lead to war. In order to protect love, hatred will arise. In this cursed world, there is no true peace!"
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"That's right."
Obito's voice came through the mask: "You finally understand the truth of this world."
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"Yahiko's death was not an accident, not a coincidence, but an inevitability of this cursed world."
"As long as large countries bully small countries, as long as ninjas exist as tools of war, and as long as there is hatred and estrangement between people, idealists like Yahiko are destined to be crushed."
"Only through suffering can we instill fear and dread in the world, just as the First Hokage did, ushering in an era of peace for the ninja world!"
Dialogue is never the answer to peace.
Fear is!
"But that alone is not enough."
Obito looked at Nagato in front of him and slowly said, "The peace brought by the First Hokage only lasted for a few decades. After his death, the ninja world once again entered into war. What awaits the world is still this cursed world, still the cycle of hatred, and still an endless war."
"Therefore, using suffering to awaken the world, to make them feel despair, and to make them understand the cost of war is only the first step."
"first step?"
Nagato frowned: "What exactly is your plan!"
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He had met this guy a long time ago, as had Konan. In fact, aside from Konan and Yahiko, this guy had approached him privately several times, wanting to cooperate with him.
And now, he has come to visit again.
Having already figured it out, Nagato couldn't help but become curious about what this guy's purpose and plan were!
My plan————
Obito spoke slowly, his eyes flashing red: "That is the plan to truly end the curse of this world, to free everyone from this endless cycle of reincarnation."
"Project Eye of the Moon".
"Project Eye of the Moon?"
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Nagato frowned slightly: "What is that?"
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"It's a plan that can truly end the cycle of hatred in the ninja world and bring lasting peace to this world." Obito's voice came through the mask, deep and seductive. "And the key to this plan—is you, Nagato."
"I?
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Nagato's brows furrowed even more.
"That's right."
Obito slowly took a few steps forward, his single Sharingan gleaming crimson in the rain.
"Do you know what that enormous thing you just summoned is?"
"—The Demonic Statue of the Outer Path."
"No." Obito shook his head. "That is the body of the Ten-Tails, the vessel of the progenitor of chakra, the ultimate existence of creation and destruction."
"Ten-Tails?"
Konan and Yekura exclaimed in surprise almost simultaneously.
As ninjas, they certainly knew what the Ten-Tails meant. It was a legendary being, the ultimate monster sealed by the Sage of Six Paths, the source of all chakra!
"That's right, the Ten-Tails."
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Obito's voice grew even deeper: "The Sage of Six Paths sealed the Ten-Tails' chakra within himself, becoming the Ten-Tails' Jinchūriki. He used this power to quell the chaos of the world and usher in the era of Shinobi. But before his death, he divided the Ten-Tails' chakra into nine parts, which are the nine tailed beasts you know."
"And the Ten-Tails' body was sealed in the moon, becoming the Gedo Mazo."
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"That's what you just summoned."
Nagato's pupils contracted slightly.
Gedo Mazo — the shell of the Ten-Tails — the Sage of Six Paths —
These messages exploded in his mind like thunderclaps, corroborating the fragmented information he vaguely sensed from his Samsara Eyes, gradually piecing together an astonishing truth.
"You possess the Rinnegan, Nagato," Obito continued. "This is not a coincidence, but a choice of fate. You are the reincarnation of the Sage of Six Paths, the only one who can truly control the Gedo Mazo, revive the Ten-Tails, and become the Ten-Tails' Jinchūriki."
"And once you become the Ten-Tails' Jinchūriki and awaken the Rinne Sharingan, you can unleash an ultimate genjutsu."
"Infinite Tsukuyomi".
Nagato's breath hitched slightly.
"Infinite Tsukuyomi—what is that?"
"It's an ultimate illusion that can connect the spirits of all humanity and project them onto the moon." Obito's voice carried an almost fanatical devotion. "In the world of the Infinite Tsukuyomi, there will be no more hatred, no more war, no more pain. Everyone can live in their own ideal dream, forever with their loved ones."
That was true peace.
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The rain was pattering.
Nagato remained silent for a long time.
Konan and Yekura were both stunned and speechless for a long time.
Ten-Tails, Gedo Mazo, Infinite Tsukuyomi —
These legendary concepts were now so real before them that they felt as if they were in a dream.
"You're saying—everyone lives in a dream?" Nagato finally spoke, her voice hoarse. "What about reality?"
"Reality is a nightmare," Obito replied without hesitation. "Look at this country, look at this world."
War, hatred, betrayal, death—this is reality. Yahiko died in this reality, in this world you once tried to save.
"Are you sure this reality is worth preserving?"
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Nagato remained silent.
His gaze involuntarily fell on Yahiko's corpse, those eyes that were closed forever, that face that would never smile again—
Nagato —
Xiao Nan called softly, her eyes filled with worry.
She didn't know if this so-called "Infinite Tsukuyomi" was really as wonderful as the mysterious person had said, but she instinctively felt uneasy.
Is it true peace if all of humanity is confined to dreams?
Faced with Konan's worries, Nagato simply waved his hand, signaling her to calm down.
He raised his head, his Rinnegan staring directly at Obito, his gaze deep and complex.
"You're right, this reality—is indeed not worth keeping."
"But what happens after the Infinite Tsukuyomi? If everyone lives in a dream, who will maintain this reality? Who will ensure the dream doesn't end?"
Obito was silent for a moment.
Nagato asked a very sharp question.
"Reality is maintained by us," he finally spoke. "You, me, and a few awakened ones. We can protect this shell of reality, allowing everyone to live peacefully in their dreams."
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"That is God's work."
Nagato's voice was soft, but it carried an indescribable weight.
"If what you say is true, then the person who became the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki and unleashed the Infinite Tsukuyomi is the only god in this world."
"That's right."
Obito did not deny it. "And that person is you, Nagato. You are the reincarnation of the Sage of Six Paths, the possessor of the Rinnegan, and the only one who can withstand the power of the Ten-Tails. The fate of this world is in your hands."
The sound of rain grew louder.
Nagato remained silent for a long time.
Xiao Nan gripped his arm tightly, her eyes filled with worry. Ye Cang stood to the side, his expression complex, lost in thought.
Finally, Nagato spoke.
"I need time."
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"Yahiko's death has made me understand a lot of things, but I need time, I need to think, and I need to confirm whether what you're saying is believable."
"Of course you need time."
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Obito seemed to have expected this, and his tone remained calm.
"I will wait. But you must remember, time waits for no one."
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"Nagato, you are the hope of this world, and the only future for this world to embrace peace."
"The suffering in this world continues every minute, and Yahiko's ideals are being trampled on every minute. If you really want to change this world, don't hesitate for too long."
"To become the god of the new world, and to inherit Yahiko's will, becoming the creator and guardian of peace—"
This is your destiny and reality!
Gouju Cheng's figure gradually disappeared into the rain and mist until it was completely lost in the vast rain and fog.
He didn't turn around.
Not wanting, but not dare.
"Damn it, I almost couldn't keep up the act anymore—"
Once out of the three men's sight, Makoto Kujira immediately quickened his pace, took out a few ration pills from his ninja tool bag, stuffed them into his mouth, and swallowed them without even chewing.
The chakra consumption is too high.
The battle with Obito in the Kamui dimension nearly exhausted all the chakra stored within his Yin Seal. Switching between the Rinnegan and Mangekyou Sharingan further pushed his mental burden to its limit.
At this moment, he had less than 30% of his chakra left, and his eyes were throbbing with pain; he had activated Susanoo too aggressively.
"I can't be this reckless next time—"
Gouju Cheng rubbed his temples, silently admonishing himself.
However, this trip to the Land of Rain was still very fruitful. It wasn't just about improving his relationship with Miho, or the Akatsuki organization. His real gain was that in the future, he could openly and legitimately display the power of the Rinnegan!
As for Nagato's awakening, although Nagato still chose the path of exchanging power for peace, at least his words should have left some seeds in Nagato's heart.
As for what those seeds will become after they take root and sprout—
That's up to Nagato to choose.
"And that Obito guy too—"
Recalling the fierce battle within the Divine Might Space, a hint of solemnity flashed in Makoto Karuta's eyes.
Obito's strength was nothing special, but the legacy left by Madara and Black Zetsu was simply too powerful.
Especially Ah Fei!
That guy was actually able to control Obito's body to perform the Wood Golem Technique.
That level of Wood Release clearly surpasses the ordinary Kage level, possessing the strength of a Super Kage. If I hadn't used the power of the Mangekyou Sharingan and Rinnegan in succession, I probably would have been defeated!
And Black Zetsu!
That pool of black menstrual blood was definitely at the sixth level.
Although it did not attack him for various reasons, the skill Limbo posed virtually no threat to him.
In other words, Makoto Karatachi has absolutely no chance of winning against the current Akatsuki organization!
"The chakra problem must be resolved as soon as possible!"
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"Dragon Vein"
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Gouju Cheng took a deep breath and quickened his pace.
He needs to find a safe place to rest and recover as soon as possible, and then reach Loulan in the shortest possible time!
The next day.
The Land of Winds, a border town.
The scorching sun poured down without any obstruction, baking the earth until it was burning hot.
The air was filled with the dry smell of sand and dust, and occasionally a gust of hot wind would blow by, stirring up clouds of yellow sand.
At this moment, Makoto Kojima has completely changed his appearance.
He was dressed in the typical traveler's attire of the Land of Wind: a loose white robe, a windproof veil over his head, and a mask covering his face, revealing only his eyes. He carried a simple bag on his back, looking like an ordinary caravan guard or a wandering ninja.
He recovered as he walked, and his chakra recovered to about 70-80%.
"We've finally arrived—"
Standing at the entrance of the town, Gouju Cheng gazed at the endless Gobi Desert and the occasional towering rocky mountains in the distance, and took a deep breath of the scorching air.
The Land of Wind, the stronghold of Sunagakure, is the place with the harshest environment among the Five Great Nations, but it is also the place that has nurtured the most resilient ninjas.
His destination was this vast desert.
"Dragon Vein —"
Gouju murmured softly.
In the ninja world, many legends about dragon veins circulate.
Some say it's where ancient ninjas sealed countless powerful forbidden techniques; others say it holds immense energy capable of changing the world. Still others say the dragon vein connects the past and the future, a gateway to the end of time.
This energy is so immense that it is even capable of distorting spacetime and connecting the past with the future.
An Lushan, also known as Baizu, once used the power of the dragon vein to create a massive puppet army, almost overthrowing the entire Loulan. Minato Namikaze also left his mark there at some point in time.
"If I could obtain the dragon vein—"
A fiery glint flashed in Gouju Makoto's eyes.
The God's Hand is indeed powerful, but a ten-minute trial card is still just a trial card. It has a one-hour cooldown after each use and consumes a massive amount of chakra.
But if one could master the almost limitless chakra of the dragon vein—
That's the real takeoff!
Putting everything else aside, Kazama Kazuya's invincible Makoto will be back online!
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