The plan to rescue Konan, Shimura Danzō's unease (parts one and two)

Meanwhile, the Graveyard of Mountains.

It has been some time since Obito was sent here.

When Obito opened his eyes, he found himself still facing a dark, gray ceiling.

"When can we finally leave?"

Obito turned his head to look at his left arm.

That area was completely missing and bandaged.

When Obito first woke up, he was undoubtedly terrified.

Upon seeing the gaunt Madara Uchiha leaning on his Sickle, Obito even briefly mistook him for Madara Uchiha Reaper who had come to claim his life.

Fortunately, Obito eventually discovered that Madara Uchiha also had Sharingan in his eyes, and he immediately realized that Madara was also a member of the Uchiha Clan.

In Obito's view, Kakashi was the only survivor who had received the Sharingan transplant.

Because in the past, he had never heard of anyone transplanting the Sharingan from the Uchiha.

"Awake, Obito? Need to poop?"

White Zetsu, seeing Obito wake up, came over with a grin.

"Hmph, you white guys are really boring."

Obito was speechless.

He felt that even Qingyu, that annoying fellow, looked handsome compared to this group of mentally challenged individuals.

"How long will it take me to recover?"

Obito tried to raise his right hand, but felt nothing.

According to the group of white-clad men, he had a new Artificial Limb transplanted into his right arm.

However, it will take time for the nerves to adapt before the arm can be used normally.

This is what is known as Rehabilitation Training.

"Kid, you're already doing pretty well to have survived."

Madara Uchiha snorted coldly when he saw Obito wake up.

"Although I am very grateful to you for saving me, I still have to leave. I can only repay your kindness in the future."

Obito looked at Madara Uchiha.

It's dark and gloomy here all year round, with no sunlight, Obito can't tell the passage of time.

However, from a physical perspective, Obito felt that a very long time had passed.

"Don't rush."

Madara Uchiha nodded slightly.

Seeing Obito's state, Madara Uchiha knew that if things continued as they were, this guy would definitely not come back.

From Obito's perspective, he was the other's benefactor.

However, his mysterious identity also aroused Obito's vigilance.

He felt only a little bit of gratitude towards himself.

Madara Uchiha could only think that Obito was indeed a good pawn.

That's exactly the kind of ingrate he wants.

Just be good to the people you consider important.

In that case, Obito would have no psychological burden when dealing with the people around him Obito the dark side.

I will accept your kindness, but not now.

Madara Uchiha slowly shook his head.

Obito's abilities were already poor, and now he can't even adapt to his new body, making him practically useless.

Even if you go back, you won't be able to do anything.

Madara Uchiha said calmly.

Upon Obito, Obito clenched his hands helplessly.

He understood that in his current state, he might be discovered by enemy ninjas on the road before he even returned, thus losing his life in the Pure Land.

"You're thinking that once you recover, you can go back and protect your comrades, aren't you?"

Madara Uchiha's lips curled into a smile.

Is there something wrong?

Obito was puzzled.

"Listen carefully, this world is full of things that don't go as you wish. The longer you live, the more you'll experience the bitterness and emptiness of reality."

The pain will be even greater.

"Everything with a bright side must also have a dark side."

"It seems like the Iwagakure ninja attacked you, which is why these things were discovered, but it's actually a cycle of cause and effect. The Iwagakure Ninja brought you hatred because of their love, and this cannot be severed."

What nonsense are you talking about?

Obito frowned.

If the Iwagakure Ninja) had love, how could there be war?

"Hmph, don't think that the ninjas of Konoha are innocent. In the war, you still took away many people that the Iwagakure Ninja cherished. Their love will turn into hatred, and so will yours."

Madara Uchiha spoke slowly.

It is precisely because love can breed hatred that the cycle of revenge in the world can only continue endlessly.

Ultimately, the problem lies with the ninja system itself.

"This----"

Obito felt that Madara Uchiha made some sense.

After all, if a comrade of the Iwagakure Ninja were killed by a ninja from the Hidden Konoha Village, the Hidden Stone Village ninja would probably seek revenge at all costs.

The mere thought of Rin Nohara's death nearly Obito mad.

This feeling also helped Obito understand what Madara Uchiha was trying to say.

"But if I become Hokage, I will definitely change all of this."

Opening with Obito.

When Madara Uchiha heard Obito say that an Uchiha wanted to become Hokage, he almost Madara Uchiha out laughing.

Back then, he and Hashirama Senju had clearly agreed to support him as the first leader, but Senju Tobirama interfered and held a vote, which resulted in Hashirama Senju becoming Hokage.

This angered him so much that he disdained becoming Hokage.

Later, Madara Uchiha learned that the current Third Hokage was personally appointed by Senju Tobirama.

If the group of Hokage's guards were to hold a simple vote and decide who among them was qualified to be Hokage, Madara Uchiha would likely have a higher opinion of Senju Tobirama.

As it turned out, the evil white-haired old devil was, in the end, just a white-haired old devil.

Madara Uchiha's assessment was that he was not even worth a single hair of Qingyu.

Therefore, Madara Uchiha tried every means to prevent Qingyu from becoming more and more like Senju Tobirama.

"Even if you become Hokage, so what? You need to know that all ninjas come from the Ninja Academy, and the most important thing during Ninja Academy time is killing techniques. They learn various assassination and infiltration skills. Do you expect to use Ninjutsu to farm?"

Madara Uchiha sneered.

"The vast majority of ninjas trained under this system have no skills other than killing; only medical-nin can become doctors."

"This is what's known as the ninja system. Ninja villages constantly train killing machines, and in the end, these machines clash with those of other ninja villages for their own benefit."

"Under such circumstances, war will continue indefinitely, and the so-called truce will only allow the populations of the various ninja villages to recover, so that they can obtain enough killing tools."

As Obito listened to Madara Uchiha's eloquent speech, Obito clenched his fists.

He had never thought about these issues in the past.

"A murder weapon?"

Obito felt that Madara Uchiha was wrong about something, but he couldn't refute it.

After all, in the education system of ninja villages, ninjas are indeed referred to as "tools"!

Madara Uchiha smiled with satisfaction, realizing that he had planted a seed in Obito's heart.

He really doesn't have much of a brain.

If you're trying to fool Qingyu, Madara Uchiha won't think it's that simple.

Qingyu is a man like Izuna.

If Obito were to experience the pain of losing those close to him, his lecture today would bear fruit.

"Alright, White Zetsu, continue training this brat."

Having finished today's brainwashing session, Madara Uchiha decided to relax.

He wanted to see what Qingyu was doing today.

Hmm, another enjoyable day.

Madara Uchiha found it very comforting to watch Izuna's childhood.

"Come on Obito."

Seeing that Madara Uchiha was about to go Qingyu again, White Zetsu called out to Obito.

"They've arrived."

Obito.

Although it was just Rehabilitation Training, Madara Uchiha would occasionally Obito some pointers.

Obito could tell that Madara Uchiha was extremely powerful.

Therefore, once he recovers, his strength will likely be much greater than before.

"Lin, I will definitely protect you!"

Obito made up his mind.

The person standing next to Rin won't be Qingyu, it will only be him, Obito!

On the other side.

Qingyu waited for a long time before finally Chakra appearing ahead.

The newcomer was wearing an Akatsuki robe and had short orange hair.

Yahiko strode over, his ninja shoes crunching in the mud, his face looking rather pale.

"Qingyu, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting."

As he spoke, Tsunade and Qingyu nodded slightly in greeting.

Where's Konan?

Qingyu asked directly.

Yahiko paused, taking a breath. "Konan is missing."

"What?"

Tsunade's brown-gold eyes narrowed.

"This morning, she led her patrol out as usual, but disappeared on the edge of the village's territory. Our men searched the area in the direction she was last seen, but only found a few Shuriken lying on the ground."

Yahiko also looked worried.

After all, in the Land of Rain, disappearance usually means death.

And they don't even know who laid a hand on Konan.

Looking at his expression, Qingyu had already made her judgment.

Sure enough, it was the same old story again.

In the original story, Shimura Danzō kidnapped Konan in order to cooperate with Hanzo of the Salamander, forcing Nagato and Yahiko to submit.

On that day, Yahiko died at Nagato's hands, which caused Nagato to turn completely to the dark side, and the Akatsuki embarked on a different path from then on.

However, Shimura Danzō acted sooner than he had anticipated.

"Don't panic, Yahiko."

Qingyu raised her hand and patted Yahiko's shoulder, her tone calm.

"We'll search with you. Konan won't get into trouble so easily."

Yahiko nodded.

Now, all they can do is try to think in that direction.

"Thank you, Akatsuki will remember this favor."

After Yahiko finished speaking, he turned to look at Hyuga Ginka.

"Miss Ginka rolls her Byakugan, can I trouble you?"

"You are welcome."

Hyuga Ginka nodded.

"Yahiko, these are the supplies for this mission."

Qingyu took out several large sealing scrolls and handed them to Yahiko.

"I am extremely grateful."

Although worried about Konan, Yahiko, as the leader, knew that these supplies were very important to his Akatsuki comrades, so he accepted them.

Let's go.

Qingyu said.

Not far away, Qingyu could sense the Chakra Akatsuki.

"Good."

Yahiko vanished in Body Flicker Technique.

"Everyone, keep up."

Qingyu said, and his figure disappeared from the spot.

Tsunade, Kakashi, Hyuga Ginka followed closely behind.

After meeting with the other members of Akatsuki, Hyuga Ginka began using her Byakugan to survey her surroundings.

The veins around her temples bulged, and circular vein patterns instantly appeared in her pure white eyes.

"Let me look around and find a direction."

After a moment, Hyuga Ginka shook her head.

"There are no obvious traces of Chakra in this area, and the rain has washed away most of the scent and footprints."

Seeing that Qingyu Hyuga Ginka hadn't been spotted yet, Kiyoyu looked at Yahiko and asked, "Which area are Konan and the others mainly responsible for during their patrols?"

"Several villages in the southwest."

Yahiko pointed to the rolling gray hills in the distance.

"That area is closest to the border of the Land of Rain, and also the most unsafe. Many enemy ninjas have infiltrated there, and we've been keeping a close watch on them."

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Qingyu already had a plan in mind.

"Ginka, expand the search area, especially the southwest."

"Good."

The group continued their search, but still found nothing.

"Yahiko, where does Iwagakure usually appear?"

Qingyu suddenly asked a question.

"Over there."

Yahiko pointed in a direction.

The fact that they still haven't found Konan's whereabouts is making Yahiko increasingly uneasy.

So the group continued their exploration.

After a while, Hyuga Ginka suddenly made a discovery.

"About six kilometers to the southeast, Chakra is moving."

She paused, her brow furrowed.

"One group looks like wandering ninjas, and there are quite a few of them. Also, the movements of one small squad seem a bit off."

Hearing this, Qingyu became even more certain of her guess.

"How many?"

"Seven of them, all Jonin."

Qingyu nodded and said, "Let's go take a look."

Yahiko gripped his Kunai tightly.

"If they kidnapped Konan, I will never let them get away with it."

"Don't rush to make a move."

Qingyu spoke.

"The fact that they dared to capture people in the Land of Rain indicates they came prepared, or it could be a trap."

Yahiko took a deep breath and calmed down.

"You're right, I'll listen to you."

Qingyu turned and glanced at Tsunade.

"Sister Tsunade, are you coming with us?"

"Nonsense."

Tsunade rolled her eyes, draped in Qingyu's cloak, and took a step forward.

Qingyu smiled slightly and rushed into the rain first.

Kakashi and Hyuga Ginka followed closely behind, Yahiko also quickly caught up with four Akatsuki members.

The group kept their heads low and hurried through the undulating weeds and rocks.

The rain was still falling, and the world was shrouded in a gray haze, with only occasional flashes of lightning rolling through the depths of the clouds, illuminating the distant mountain silhouettes in a stark white light.

Qingyu was at the forefront, Sensory Barrier surrounding them.

Six kilometers was a short distance for these ninjas.

"Let's stop here for now."

Qingyu suddenly stopped.

Everyone immediately knelt down.

Hyuga Ginka understood, and her Byakugan gaze peered straight ahead.

"Found it."

Hyuga Ginka exclaimed excitedly.

"Konan is there. There's a natural cave in that mountain, and there are four ninjas outside, all dressed as Iwagakure Ninja."

Hyuga Ginka finished speaking, her expression became somewhat strange.

"However, Qingyu, the Chakra of this group of people feels very cold to me, completely different from that of ordinary wandering ninjas."

Hyuga Ginka felt that something was off.

Why did these people give her a sense of Root, like they were rooted to her?

However, without evidence, Hyuga Ginka dared not utter anything without basis.

If word gets out, it will have a significant impact on the Hyuga Clan.

"Don't move for now."

Qingyu patted her shoulder and whispered, "Find out the entire interior of the cave."

Hyuga Ginka nodded and refocused her attention.

A moment later, she whispered again, "Four at the cave entrance, six inside the cave. Konan is bound by Chakra Threads, her mouth is gagged, but she's still conscious."

She paused, then added.

"There are two people inside; their Chakra is extremely strong, they must be elite Jonin."

Yahiko heard this, he was about to explode.

"I'm going to save her—"

Qingyu pressed down on Yahiko's wrist.

"Don't be impulsive, they're just waiting for us to go in."

Qingyu said.

Shimura Danzō probably had that kind of plan in mind.

They just didn't expect that they would be involved.

"Yahiko, take Akatsuki's men and block their retreat. Don't let anyone escape."

Yahiko hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded and led Akatsuki's people to disperse to both sides of the hill.

Qingyu then looked at Kakashi and Hyuga Ginka.

"Ginka, you stay with me. Kakashi, you're in charge of clearing the way."

Kakashi nodded, his right hand already resting on the White Fang Short Sword.

"Sister Tsunade, please take care of this if anyone gets hurt."

"Don't worry, with me here, there won't be any casualties."

Tsunade said.

They're just a few Jonin; even if she doesn't make a move, I feel Qingyu can handle them.

Upon seeing this, Qingyu quickly began to act.

The sound of rain masked all other subtle noises.

Four ninjas dressed Iwagakure Village) were positioned at different points around the cave entrance.

One of them suddenly felt a cool breeze behind him, and instinctively turned his head, only to see a blurry black line coming towards him.

Laugh.

Qingyu, holding Muramasa, slashed his neck with a single stroke.

Warm blood mixed with rainwater, before much could splatter out, the person collapsed to the ground.

Almost at the same time, Kakashi appeared in front of another sentry.

Purple Electricity!

The White Fang Short Sword, enhanced by purple electric arcs, sliced into the back of another person's neck. The lightning instantly scorched the wound, and the person didn't even have time to scream.

The remaining two sentries, sensing something amiss, were about to move when a Shuriken wrapped in silk threads swerved past a large tree and pierced one of them in the back.

The other person was struck on the back of the head by Hyuga Ginka from behind, and collapsed with a muffled groan.

From the moment Qingyu approached until all four sentries fell, it took only three breaths.

Qingyu walked to the cave entrance but did not rush in.

He listened intently for a while and heard only the very faint sound of water droplets falling and a few indistinct words of conversation.

"It sounds like someone's outside—"

A deep voice rang out.

Before the words were even finished, a bright blue-white light shone from the cave entrance.

"Chidori!"

Kakashi's figure shot into the cave like a bolt of lightning.

Qingyu followed closely behind.

Whoosh!

Whoosh!

Two Shuriken flew from Qingyu's fingers, shooting swiftly towards the two ninjas deep inside the cave.

At the same moment, on the other side.

"There's been an attack, Danzo!"

The Root ninja in charge of sensing immediately reported.

"Hmph, so you've finally arrived?"

Shimura Danzō was not surprised.

If they couldn't find the Akatsuki, they planned to stage a scene to Akatsuki them in.

"Hanzō should be arriving soon."

"Shimura Danzō said."

"Danzo, something's not right."

The Root ninja, forcing a smile, reported, "Besides the Akatsuki, there are also people from Konoha."

"!"

Upon hearing Shimura Danzō's eyes widened.

Why would Konoha ninjas be here?

Who are they?

Shimura Danzō inquired.

"Qingyu, Kakashi, Hyuga Ginka."

Upon hearing these names, Shimura Danzō a sigh of relief.

Although Qingyu has been very popular lately, she is still too young and probably won't notice anything.

"And... and Lady Tsunade is there too."

The Root ninja continued their report.

"What, Tsunade is here too?"

Shimura Danzō's expression changed slightly.

If Tsunade finds out about this, it will be bad for him.

After all, the Iwagakure Ninja there were all from his Root organization.

If it were discovered that he was colluding with Hanzō's ninjas, it would surely enrage Sarutobi Hiruzen.

Sarutobi Hiruzen was able to tolerate his underhanded tactics for a simple reason.

Ultimately, it was all for Konoha.

But if these things are discovered, it would constitute treason!