The Tormented Black Zetsu, the Tormented Obito

"This godforsaken place is unbearable."

In the Land of Rain, torrential rain poured down.

Hyuga Makoto walked across a vast wilderness, looking at the dilapidated surroundings, and couldn't help but shake his head.

"No wonder Hanzo of the Salamander wanted to fight his way out; anyone would find this place unbearable."

"Really----"

Uchiha Izumi nodded slightly; the environment in the Land of Rain had indeed far exceeded her expectations.

She had never left the Land of Fire, nor had she ever seen such an extreme environment.

The incessant rain, the dark clouds that blotted out the sky, and the barely any people to be seen along the way.

This situation is unimaginable in the Land of Fire!

"The Land of Rain seems to be cursed."

Jiraiya glanced around and spoke in a low voice.

"I was exactly the same here back then, nothing has changed at all."

"However, I've heard that Amegakure is quite well-developed."

Kakashi recalled the information from the Anbu before speaking softly.

"Perhaps Hanzo poured all his resources into the development of Amegakure, and neglected other places?"

"Possibly, after all, the Land of Rain only has so many resources."

Jiraiya nodded, somewhat wistfully.

"It's impossible to cover everyone; he can only focus on building up the village. It seems he's indeed facing reality."

"Ha--"

Hearing this, Hyuga Makoto nearly rolled his Byakugan.

"Wasn't it Konoha that completely crushed his spirit, causing him to become like this?"

Moreover, the one currently heavily investing in Amegakure isn't Hanzo, but rather that guy Nagato.

He had always suspected that Nagato had misappropriated the money Kakuzu earned to subsidize the village.

After all, given the environment of the Land of Rain, agriculture is basically out of the question.

Moreover, the continuous rain constantly washes over the land, making the muddy roads difficult to make it a transportation hub, even though it is located at the intersection of several countries.

"Businessmen are unwilling to come, so even if we want to develop distinctive industries, we can't get them going."

In this situation, even if Hyuga Makoto were to choose, Kakuzu would likely have a tough Kakuzu!

"Tch, starting a war always comes at a price."

Jiraiya had no idea what Hyuga Makoto was thinking, so he just pursed his lips and replied.

"Alright, enough of that. Let's hurry up, we still need to get to the Land of Hot Water."

"Yes, yes, yes."

Hyuga Makoto nodded. The Land of Hot Water was the key to their trip, since their goal was to find Tsunade.

He was somewhat curious about the Akatsuki Organization and the Fourth Raikage mentioned in the mission details.

"The Akatsuki Organization must be here because of our presence in the Land of Rain. Is the Fourth Raikage going to Tsunade for help, or is he investigating the battle traces?"

Regardless of the reason, he was already figuring out how to deal with the Fourth Raikage.

After all, he never had a good impression of Kumogakure Hizashi Hyuga.

"Most importantly, he knows where Hizashi Hyuga is buried!"

At that moment, Hyuga Makoto's expression changed, but Jiraiya stopped in his tracks.

We've arrived.

"Oh?"

Hyuga Makoto looked up and saw that they had arrived in front of a wooden house.

The broken walls and the holes in the roof clearly showed that no one had lived there for a long time.

"Makoto, you have two senior brothers and one senior sister. Their names are Yahiko, Nagato, and Konan."

Jiraiya remained silent Jiraiya observed everything before him, and after a long while, he finally spoke softly.

"We used to live here. Everything from back then seems like yesterday, but now everything has changed."

My condolences.

Kakashi looked somewhat downcast, as if recalling something, and he sighed as he spoke.

Uchiha Izumi remained silent; the phrase "things have changed, but people are no longer the same" resonated with her deeply.

Seeing the others like this, Hyuga Makoto couldn't help but shake his head slightly.

He went up to Jiraiya, took out the flowers he had bought earlier, and handed one to Jiraiya.

"Here you go, Pervy Sage."

"What are you doing—"

Jiraiya was taken aback for a moment, while Hyuga Makoto smiled slightly.

"Since I said I would prepare, I will naturally do it. A memorial service cannot be taken lightly."

"You bastard----"

Jiraiya's eyes flickered for a moment, as if something was brewing within them, but he quickly smiled.

"You've put in a lot of effort. I think Yahiko and the others would be very happy to know you."

Perhaps...

Upon Hyuga Makoto, then slowly walked to the door before speaking.

"But everyone seems to be preoccupied. Isn't that a bit inappropriate?"

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Neither Kakashi nor Uchiha Izumi spoke, Jiraiya couldn't help but shake his head.

"Why are you saying something like that at a time like this, you brat?"

"People are meant to move forward, Pervy Sage."

Hyuga Makoto knelt down, placed the flowers in his hand in front of him, and then continued speaking.

"Don't forget, I've also experienced the grief of losing loved ones. I still vividly remember what happened to Uncle Hizashi, but I feel..."

As he spoke, he stood up and quietly looked at the flowers in front of the door.

"We're all still alive, so let's carry on their spirit and live well, witnessing the changes in this world, until the day we go to see them..."

He turned around, looked at Jiraiya, Kakashi, and the other two, and smiled.

"We can also tell them what we've accomplished with their help, how the world has changed, or at the very least, that we tried."

"Instead of dwelling on past pain, that's probably the last thing they want to hear, isn't it?"

Hyuga Makoto's words caused Jiraiya and the other two to pause in surprise.

They all knew these words were meant for the three of them, and they truly couldn't calm their hearts for a long time afterward.

Uchiha Izumi truly hadn't expected that this boy, who was only slightly older than her, would think so clearly.

Kakashi touched his eyes, and thinking of Rin's tragic experience, he felt a surge of motivation.

"You rascal, no wonder the old man likes you so much."

Jiraiya then spoke slowly, placing the flowers in his hand in front of the door before smiling and saying...

"You're right, people have to look forward. Those three, and even... it's all over now, even though it all ended tragically, but..."

He turned his head and looked at Hyuga Makoto.

"A new chapter has begun, and this time I have a feeling it will have a good ending."

"Yeah?"

Hyuga Makoto tilted his head, while Jiraiya turned to look at the wooden house.

He was already thinking about whether he should go to Mount Myōboku after the mission was over.

"It definitely will."

After a long silence, he smiled and said...

"Kid, if you don't mind, I'm planning to quote your words in my new book. What do you think?"

"Oh?

Hyuga Makoto's eyes lit up immediately, and he asked curiously.

Will I get a share of the royalties?

Jiraiya froze, but Hyuga Makoto continued to speak.

"It doesn't matter if we don't separate, but I'd prefer you to quote another line."

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Which sentence?

"People should look forward, but they should look even more towards money and making big profits!"

"Isn't this the true essence of ninjas!"

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While Hyuga Makoto and his friends were arguing, in a distant area of ruins...

Konan and Nagato stood there, their gazes both somewhat complicated.

"It really is Jiraiya- sensei."

After a long while, Nagato finally let out a soft sigh.

"My Chakra is infallible; I never expected him to come here."

"Jiraiya- sensei...?"

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Konan was also a little dazed for a moment, and she spoke in a low voice.

"It seems he hasn't forgotten about us."

"Yes, it's just a bit of a pity."

Nagato nodded, then shook his head.

"We are different now than we were back then; he's still a bit too late."

"It's truly a pity."

Although Konan's eyes held a complex expression, she knew very well that this was reality.

Since Yahiko left, they have long since gone against Jiraiya's beliefs.

This is a reality that no one can change, especially Yahiko's death is also inextricably linked to Konoha!

"But do they have some kind of mission, or could their target be Amegakure?"

"I don't know either. Normally, Jiraiya wouldn't seek out Hanzo, but..."

Nagato shook his head, his gaze also somewhat solemn.

"We can't rule out the possibility that he sensed something. Don't forget we fought in Kirigakure."

So what you mean is...?

Konan thought for a moment and immediately understood.

"Tell that Uchiha Obito to investigate?"

"Um."

Nagato nodded, his eyes closed, revealing no expression.

"He's the one who caused this trouble, so he should take responsibility."

"I understand. He really should be responsible for this."

Konan didn't object, after all, she wasn't too keen on clashing with Jiraiya.

"I never expected to encounter something like this when I came to see Yahiko."

"This must be fate..."

Nagato sighed as well, then spoke in a deep voice.

"After all, reality has proven that Jiraiya- sensei's beliefs and persistence were wrong."

After saying this, the two remained silent, simply waiting for Jiraiya and the others to leave.

Hanzo's betrayal, Miyo's involvement, and Yahiko's death all silently demonstrate the difficulty of genuine communication between people.

Only by mastering power, the power to suppress everything, can the whole world be calmed down.

Before that, no matter how hard they tried, they wouldn't succeed!

"Jiraiya?"

Inside Amegakure, Obito stared at Black Zetsu with astonishment.

Why is he here? Have we been exposed?

"It's hard to say, Obito."

Before Black Zetsu could speak, White Zetsu opened his mouth with a grin.

"After all, you all worked together to attack the Mizukage. Now that she's out of control, she might have remembered something."

Obito White Zetsu a dangerous look, but thankfully Black Zetsu spoke up.

"They probably weren't exposed, otherwise they should have come to Amegakure."

"Jiraiya probably wouldn't dare come; not many people know about Hanzo's death."

Obito snorted coldly, seemingly somewhat disdainful, but White Zetsu blinked and spoke again.

"Huh? Is Amegakure harder to get into than Kirigakure?"

Obito's breath hitched, and a murderous glint appeared in his eyes.

That crushing defeat at the Kirigakure remained a deep-seated hatred in his heart!

He wasn't really bothered by losing.

Instead, that night, that bastard Makoto Hyuga Makoto fabricated a fact that even he couldn't explain, "Ah!"

That bastard White Zetsu dares to bring this up now? He's really asking for trouble.

"Um?

However, just as Obito murderous intent, he suddenly thought of something.

"Jiraiya and his group, or rather, a few white-haired guys?"

"Hiss, what a terrifying look..."

White Zetsu pursed his lips. He sensed Obito's killing intent, but he still spoke pitifully.

"Four people, three of whom have white hair. Hey, Obito, you're not thinking of killing me, are you?"

Three white-haired people...

The murderous glint in Obito's eyes became even more pronounced, but this time it wasn't directed at White Zetsu.

"Hyuga Makoto! You bastard!"

"It must be him, that's right."

Black Zetsu spoke up at this moment, somewhat regretting that Obito hadn't made a move.

He now truly understands Obito's pain, because White Zetsu also fabricated a fact that Obito couldn't refute!

He really wants to see Obito strangle this bastard right now...

However, he felt he needed to calm down; Hyuga Makoto was that Otsutsuki's "weapon."

He's been racking his brains trying to figure out how to make Hyuga Makoto know the truth.

Of course, he also needs to observe Hyuga Makoto's current strength and how well that technique has been developed.

Only by understanding the situation can he make more informed judgments.

"They often act in groups of three; they're probably investigating something."

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"Hmph, who cares what they're investigating!"

Obito gritted teeth; he hated Hyuga Makoto.

"I will never let that guy get away with it, no matter what..."

"I know, but we can't make a move in the Land of Rain; that would really expose us."

Black Zetsu also wanted to see the changes in Hyuga Makoto, so he thought for a moment before speaking seriously.

"I suspect they have ulterior motives. They're just coming to the Land of Rain to pay their respects, after all, you know about Nagato and the Jiraiya ' relationship with Jiraiya."

"Have ulterior motives?"

Obito raised an eyebrow, then suddenly realized something.

"The Land of Hot Water? That makes sense; only a place like that would require such a setup!"

The great battle in the Land of Hot Water attracted countless ninjas from various villages to investigate.

Konoha needs a stronger team to gather more intelligence and avoid any trouble.

Jiraiya and the others were clearly the best choice!

That's what I think too...

Black Zetsu nodded slightly, his eyes flickering slightly.

"If that's really the case, I think there's something we can do."

"Um!"

Obito action in the Land of Hot Water would indeed avoid many problems.

Moreover, a major battle had taken place there, which could also cover up a lot of things.

"White one, I'll spare your life today. Send your clone to follow them."

"So I don't have to die after all?"

White Zetsu blinked, but seeing the look in Obito and Black Zetsu's eyes simultaneously, he immediately shook his head.

"To save my life, I'll make the arrangements immediately!"

Neither Obito nor Black Zetsu spoke; they took a deep breath and fell silent.

However, both of them looked somewhat pained.

"Hyuga Makoto, you just wait!"

Obito roared inwardly, his fists hardening.

"In the future, I want to create a new world without you!"

"Mother, I'm sorry..."

Black Zetsu was also lamenting in his heart. The lie he had woven had been embellished by White Zetsu, which caused him great pain.

What's even more painful is that he still needs White Zetsu right now, and the thought of this makes his fists harden.

"Hyuga Makoto, show your strength. Perhaps your power can truly resist that demon..."

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