The Akatsuki Organization Gains a New Member Through a Twin-Tailed Little Girl!

The next morning, sunlight slipped through the gaps in the window, casting golden patches of light across the floor.

However, Naruto's room was a different story; he remained deep in slumber, a satisfied smile hanging on his lips as if he were experiencing some wonderful dream.

"Naruto, stop lazing in bed, or Liuli will come and flick your forehead!" Liuli's voice drifted from the kitchen, laced with a touch of playfulness and doting affection.

She was busy preparing breakfast, her movements skillful and swift. Though she spoke of flicking Naruto's forehead, her heart was filled with nothing but care and concern for him.

Sasuke heard Liuli's words and sighed helplessly. He turned his gaze toward Naruto's room, his brows furrowed.

Although he and Naruto were on good terms, waking someone who was fast asleep—especially someone with such terrible sleeping habits as Naruto—was truly no easy task.

"Sasuke, go wake Naruto up." Liuli's voice came again, urging him on.

Sasuke curled his lip and stood up, heading toward Naruto's room. He knocked gently, but there was no response from within. Sasuke pushed the door open, and a wave of lazy, stagnant air hit him.

He walked to the bedside and, looking at Naruto's completely unrefined sleeping posture, couldn't help but rub his forehead.

I've been up since five-thirty, and this guy is still sleeping past seven? Sasuke grumbled to himself. He reached out and shook Naruto, but Naruto merely rolled over in a daze and continued to snore away.

Sasuke shook his head in resignation and decided to take a more direct approach. He slapped Naruto's quilt hard and shouted, "Naruto, get up! Otherwise, we're really going to be late!"

This shout finally had an effect. Naruto opened his eyes in a daze, looked at Sasuke before him, and asked blankly, "What's wrong? What happened?"

"You big lazy pig, you're asking what's wrong? The sun is already hitting your butt, hurry up and get out of bed!" Sasuke said irritably.

Only then did Naruto realize he was still in bed and that it was already quite late.

He scrambled out of bed, rushing to put on his clothes in a flurry of confusion.

"Sorry, sorry, I overslept." Naruto apologized while dressing. "Liuli and Sasuke, you aren't angry, are you?"

"Not angry, just worried you'd be late." Liuli walked into the room carrying breakfast. Seeing Naruto's flustered state, she couldn't help but laugh. "Come over and eat breakfast, or you really won't make it in time."

Naruto finished washing up quickly and sat at the dining table to eat. The breakfast Liuli made was delicious and fragrant, and Naruto ate with great relish.

Sasuke sat to the side, watching Naruto wolf down his food, and shook his head helplessly.

After breakfast, Naruto and Sasuke walked out of the house together, the sunlight warming them, bright and clear. Just as they were about to set off for school, Liuli's voice came from behind: "Wait!"

Naruto and Sasuke turned back to see Liuli holding two shimmering rings, a gentle smile on her face. She walked up and handed a ring to each of them.

"These are Space Ring items, filled with some snacks, money, manga, and instant noodles," Liuli explained. "Naruto, I also added some furniture in there; you'll need to renovate your place later."

These were all bought by Liuli using points. In the System Store, these non-supernatural items didn't cost many points, so Liuli didn't worry about the expense—it only cost 10 points.

System: Trash items, get lost!

Naruto and Sasuke both looked at the rings in their hands in astonishment; they had never seen such a magical thing before. Sasuke asked curiously, "How do you use this?"

Liuli smiled and replied, "It's simple. You just need to inject chakra into the ring, and you can summon the items inside. The space inside the ring is quite large; you can choose whatever you need at will."

Naruto excitedly fiddled with the ring, trying to inject some chakra into it.

Sure enough, a bag of snacks suddenly appeared in his hand. He shouted in surprise, "Wow, it really works! This is awesome!"

Sasuke also tried it out and successfully summoned a manga book. He flipped through the pages and nodded in satisfaction.

Liuli watched their excitement and felt happy herself. She continued, "There's also your lunch in the rings; remember not to go hungry at school."

Naruto looked at Liuli gratefully and said, "Liuli, you're so good to us! You're always so caring; I really don't know how to thank you."

Liuli looked at Naruto, her eyes full of doting and tenderness. She gently ruffled Naruto's hair and said with a smile, "As your older sister, of course I have to look after you both. If you find class boring, you can try using Shadow Clone to skip it. That way, you can avoid being caught by the teacher while enjoying some leisure time."

Upon hearing this, Naruto jumped up in joy and shouted excitedly, "Yes! Skipping class!"

Sasuke nodded from the side, signaling his agreement.

Liuli watched these two energetic youths, her heart filled with relief.

She knew they each had their own personalities and dreams, and she understood that they would occasionally want to escape the constraints of the classroom to find some fun of their own.

But she also believed they would know where to draw the line and wouldn't indulge themselves too much.

"Alright, you two better get going," Liuli said with a smile, watching Naruto and Sasuke leave the house and head toward school.

Amegakure, once a prosperous village, was now broken and scarred, a scene of total devastation.

It had once suffered under Liuli's destruction, having been nearly leveled to the ground. However, under the leadership of Pain, the villagers had begun working hard to repair the land they loved so dearly. Though they had only restored a small portion, their determination and perseverance were deeply admirable.

The power of that mysterious Six Paths Level powerhouse had left everyone in shock.

The Susanoo she unleashed was like a god-beast capable of destroying the world, easily obliterating a large section of the village.

Every time she unleashed a skill, the entire village seemed to tremble, and life appeared so fragile in the face of her power.

Although the money required for repairs was a negligible amount for Konan now, she understood the true significance of rebuilding the village.

She hoped Amegakure could return to its former appearance, allowing the villagers to once again have a safe and harmonious home. At the same time, she hoped that by repairing the village, she could consolidate the hearts of the people, allowing them to unite as one and face future challenges together.

However, repairing the village was no easy task. Beyond the material losses, the trauma in the villagers' hearts also needed time to heal. Some villagers had quietly fled out of fear of the enemy's strength, losing their faith and sense of belonging to the village.

Konan understood that to truly bring the village back to life, she had to help the villagers rediscover their roots and their soul.

In the days that followed, Konan made an important decision: she temporarily left Amegakure and chose to return to the Akatsuki base.

In her view, while the repair work in Amegakure was important, the future and dreams of the Akatsuki were responsibilities she could not ignore.

After all, Amegakure was merely a part of her life, whereas Akatsuki was where she had poured countless efforts and emotions.

Upon returning to the base, Konan immediately sensed the unease and turmoil within the organization.

She knew well that Akatsuki had always been a group fraught with contradictions and strife, but this time, the problem seemed more severe than ever before.

The death of Juzo had dealt a heavy blow to the organization, and the defection of Orochimaru had plunged it into an unprecedented crisis.

She could not forget the difficult years they had spent together, nor could she accept the fact that someone from their team had actually left.

And Orochimaru's defection had thrown Akatsuki into chaos.

As one of the core members, Orochimaru's departure not only took away a vast amount of resources and intelligence but also caused other members to begin doubting the future and direction of the organization.

For a time, the base was filled with suspicion and unease, and many external members were questioning the purpose of it all.

Yes.

Orochimaru, the man who had always hidden in the shadows, finally bared his fangs the moment he returned.

He chose to launch an attack on Itachi Uchiha, attempting to subdue this equally powerful opponent with lightning speed.

However, he had not anticipated that Itachi Uchiha's mastery of genjutsu had reached an absolute peak.

In that instant, Orochimaru felt his vision blur, as if the entire world had turned upside down.

He tried to steady his mind, but it was already too late. Itachi Uchiha's genjutsu had penetrated deep into his soul, trapping him in an endless illusion.

Orochimaru struggled and roared within the illusion, but no matter how hard he tried, he could not break free from its shackles.

In the end, Orochimaru was defeated by a single glance of Itachi Uchiha's genjutsu and collapsed to the ground. His eyes were filled with resentment and terror; he could not believe he had been defeated by such a young man.

Itachi Uchiha looked at him coldly, as if observing a loser unworthy of mention.

Perhaps fearing retaliation from Akatsuki, Orochimaru did not choose to stay after his defeat but instead defected immediately.

He knew he had lost his status and influence within Akatsuki, and remaining would only be an invitation to humiliation.

Thus, without hesitation, he left the base and vanished into the vast sea of people.

As for Itachi Uchiha, although he had successfully defeated Orochimaru, he felt no sense of relief in his heart.

He knew that Orochimaru's defection was only the beginning, and more challenges and difficulties would likely follow. He himself had also undergone a subtle change due to this incident.

After Itachi returned to Akatsuki, Six Paths Sasuke, disguised as Liuli, used his genjutsu to alter some of Itachi's personality traits.

The originally calm and steady Itachi, under the influence of Liuli's genjutsu, became more introverted and profound, appearing to place even greater importance on Sasuke's growth.

His eyes seemed to hide endless secrets, making it impossible for anyone to peer into the depths of his heart.

Zetsu, as another important member of Akatsuki, noticed the change in Itachi.

He speculated that the reason Itachi had become this way was because he had learned some unfavorable news.

Perhaps it was about Orochimaru's defection, or perhaps other secret information regarding Akatsuki.

After the change in his personality, Itachi's behavior within Akatsuki also became more cautious and low-key.

Konan returned to Amegakure with a group of construction workers. The scars left by the long years of war had not yet fully healed, but with the arrival of these workers, the village had at least taken a solid step on the path to reconstruction.

Though her face carried a hint of fatigue, her eyes were exceptionally firm, for she knew her responsibility was great. She was not merely rebuilding Amegakure; she was protecting those innocent villagers, ensuring they could have a peaceful home.

Meanwhile, inside the Akatsuki base, the remaining members gathered to discuss the pursuit of Orochimaru and the recruitment of new personnel.

Orochimaru's defection had caused quite a stir in the organization, and how to fill this vacancy had become the focus of everyone's attention.

"Konan, you're back." Pain's voice broke the silence in the base. He glanced at Konan, a flicker of complex emotion passing through his eyes.

Konan nodded; she knew that whatever Pain was about to say was surely tied to the future of the organization.

"We are discussing the issue of replenishing our ranks," Pain's voice was steady and powerful. "

Zetsu has already found two suitable candidates to serve as partners for Kakuzu and Itachi Uchiha, respectively. We need to send people to recruit them."

Konan frowned; she knew this meant she might have to embark on another journey.

But she did not hesitate, simply nodding slightly to indicate she understood Pain's intent.

"The first is a member of the Jashin Cult from Yugakure named Hidan," Pain began to describe the situation of the first target. "It is said that he possesses an immortal body. This ability will be a great asset to our operations. Therefore, I have decided to have him work with Kakuzu."

Listening to Pain's introduction, Konan couldn't help but feel a ripple of concern. She knew that the abilities of Jashin Cult members often came with great risks, but if this Hidan truly possessed an immortal body, he was indeed a target worth recruiting.

"Konan, you will take Itachi Uchiha and Kakuzu to recruit Hidan."

Pain's words took Konan by surprise, but she did not ask further questions, silently accepting the mission.

"Understood." Konan's voice was firm and powerful. She knew she was about to embark on a journey filled with the unknown and challenges.

But she did not shrink back, because she believed that as long as it was for the future of Akatsuki, no matter how many difficulties lay ahead, she would forge straight ahead.

"Zetsu, tell us the information on the next person!" As soon as Pain finished speaking, Zetsu took over the conversation and began to introduce the second target.

Konan listened quietly, her mind already contemplating how to complete the upcoming mission.

She knew that the addition of every new member would bring new strength and hope to Akatsuki.

And she, as a member of the organization, would give her all for this shared goal.

"The second person is named Uchiha Hanabi." As soon as Zetsu finished speaking, the atmosphere in the entire base seemed to freeze instantly.

Everyone turned their gazes toward him, their expressions varying from surprise and curiosity to anticipation.

Zetsu seemed satisfied with this reaction, chuckling softly as a sense of mystery permeated his raspy voice: "This Uchiha Hanabi is a member of the Uchiha Clan left behind from the village where Hidan once resided. You may not know this, but although that village is peaceful now, it was once a village of war in the Ninja World, and the Uchiha Clan no longer exists there. To think this Uchiha Hanabi was hiding in such an unfamiliar village."

Having said this, Zetsu paused deliberately, seemingly to whet everyone's appetite.

He scanned his surroundings, and seeing that everyone was captivated by his words, he continued: "What's even more interesting is that this Uchiha Hanabi is just a little girl with twin tails. Just think about it—a young girl possessing the Mangekyo Sharingan; she is a genius among geniuses!"

Zetsu's words shocked everyone present. The Mangekyo Sharingan is one of the most mysterious and powerful Kekkei Genkai of the Uchiha Clan, capable of granting its wielder immense power and unique abilities. A young girl possessing the Mangekyo Sharingan was undoubtedly a massive treasure.

"Just like Itachi Uchiha, both possess the Mangekyo Sharingan." Zetsu's voice carried a hint of mockery. "It seems our Akatsuki is becoming more and more interesting. Itachi Uchiha alone has already given us enough headaches, and now there is an Uchiha Hanabi. But then again, that is the very charm of our Akatsuki, isn't it?"

The Mysterious Masked Man had not spoken, listening quietly to Zetsu's introduction without a single expression on his face.

However, Konan noticed a strange glint flash deep within his eyes.

"To think that a peaceful village would harbor such a person." Zetsu concluded, "I believe it is necessary for us to recruit her. After all, an Uchiha clansman with the Mangekyo Sharingan is a rare talent for our Akatsuki."

Konan nodded, signaling her agreement with Zetsu's view. She knew that although Uchiha Hanabi was just a young girl, her abilities and potential could not be underestimated.

Furthermore, if they could successfully recruit her into the Akatsuki, the organization's strength would be further enhanced.

"Then, this mission shall be left to you." Pain's voice suddenly rang out, breaking the silence within the base. "Konan, you and the others go together. Remember, no matter what, you must bring Uchiha Hanabi into our camp."

Konan was slightly taken aback, not expecting Pain to entrust this mission to her. But she did not hesitate, simply nodding silently to accept the task.

"Understood." Konan's voice was firm and powerful.

"The little girl, the remnant of the Uchiha, Hanabi was discovered by me!" The Mysterious Masked Man suddenly interjected, waving his hands with a look of determination and confidence in his eyes, as if he had already envisioned the scene of his successful recruitment.

His voice echoed through the quiet meeting room, causing a small stir.

Everyone's eyes turned toward him, some filled with curiosity, some with surprise, and others with a hint of mockery.

Zetsu chuckled softly, seemingly unsurprised by the Mysterious Masked Man's volunteering.

This masked man was naturally Obito, and with Pain and Konan aware of Madara's involvement, the entire plan was rapidly accelerated.

"Oh? You mean you want to recruit her personally?" Pain's voice was calm and deep. He looked up slightly at the Mysterious Masked Man, seemingly weighing the feasibility of the proposal.

The Mysterious Masked Man nodded, a smug smile appearing on his face: "That's right. I want to see this little Uchiha girl for myself. Besides, I think she could serve as a partner for Itachi Uchiha. If the two of them act together, they will surely be able to unleash even greater power."

His words sparked a discussion among those present. Itachi Uchiha was a standout in the Akatsuki, his strength unfathomable; finding him a suitable partner would indeed greatly improve the efficiency of their missions.

As an orphan of the Uchiha Clan, Uchiha Hanabi not only possessed the powerful Kekkei Genkai of the Mangekyo Sharingan but also held impressive strength and potential. Her addition would undoubtedly bring a new force to the Akatsuki.

"Hmm." Pain's voice sounded once more, a flicker of approval in his eyes. "Very well, then you shall go with Konan."

"No problem," the Mysterious Masked Man replied.