Embrace Death

The woman brought by White Zetsu was Nanako.

Using the eyes of the Impure World Reincarnation body, Orochimaru also saw Nanako. His heart sank slightly, and he felt that the situation was fundamentally unfavorable for Ye Zi. If it were him, how could he care about Nanako's life or death at such a crucial moment? He simply didn't know what Ye Zi would do.

"She's here." Black Zetsu turned his head toward White Zetsu and grinned. He hadn't expected the hidden measure he'd planted to be resisted so stubbornly by Ye Zi. Perhaps this woman could truly play a crucial role.

White Zetsu nodded slightly as he supported the unconscious Nanako. His other hand liquefied, slowly turning into a spike that gently pressed against Nanako's neck.

Ye Zi watched this scene, and his heart sank to the bottom. They had actually taken Nanako hostage.

"It's time to wake up."

White Zetsu's arm moved slightly. The spike pierced Nanako's skin, and blood slowly trickled out.

The pain woke Nanako, and she slowly opened her eyes. She immediately noticed her situation: her hands were restrained behind her, and a sharp weapon was pressed against her neck. Then she saw Ye Zi.

"Ye Zi!"

Nanako didn't dare struggle too much. She could only look at Ye Zi in slight panic.

"Nanako."

Ye Zi clenched his teeth, his mind thrown into turmoil. This gave Tobi the feeling that he was beginning to regain control of the arm.

Seeing Ye Zi's terribly grim expression, Black Zetsu could even sense Tobi beginning to gain the upper hand in their struggle for control of the body. He felt that bringing Nanako over as a hostage had indeed been a wise choice.

Even if Madara Uchiha wasn't anxious, he couldn't remain completely unperturbed. After all, his goal was