The Akatsuki's Plan!

Akatsuki's Plan!

In an unknown, dark space, a hideous Demonic Statue lay quietly on the ground, its hands shackled, its ten fingers spread. On the thumb, middle finger, and little finger of its right hand stood three colorful human silhouettes.

They were Nagato, Konan, and Black Zetsu, who had once again pulled off a switch behind everyone's backs.

The three of them stood there quietly on the stone pillars, waiting for the others to arrive.

"Hoop!"

Suddenly, a gleam flashed across the index finger of the statue's right hand, and a figure appeared atop it. Blood-red eyes swept around the surroundings. "Yo, a newcomer? Didn't you say last time that newcomers had to undergo an assessment before they could wear a ring, Leader?"

"You don't need to be so sarcastic, Yao. The person you recommended last time was never that strong to begin with. Genbu is special. Don't question the Leader's decision."

"Tch, special, huh?" After hearing Konan's words, Yao curled his lip and gave Black Zetsu a meaningful look.

Of course, only Black Zetsu knew the true meaning behind Yao's gaze.

At that moment, another finger, the one representing Kakuzu, lit up as well. "Hm? A newcomer? So that's it." Clearly, Kakuzu also understood the purpose of this summons, but he was only interested in making money. As for teammates, one Meichuan was enough for now.

"Where's Meichuan? Why isn't he here?" Seeing that only one member of the usually inseparable Immortal Duo had come this time, Konan frowned.

"You notified us too suddenly. That guy is still doing his sacrificial ritual. He only just started, so he can't get away. Also, hurry it up. I still have a bounty to collect."

"Mm. Let's wait a little longer. Genbu's matter concerns the next major plan of our Akatsuki. If