Meeting with Jiraiya

Konoha Village, the sun sets in the west.

After returning to Konoha Village from the Sand Village, Uchiha Xingye did not head straight to the Uchiha clan grounds.

He had an important meeting to arrange.

Jiraiya, one of the legendary Sannin, Naruto's master.

Uchiha Xingye needed to cooperate with Jiraiya to jointly oppose the Akatsuki.

Uchiha Xingye arrived at a teahouse in Konoha Village, waiting for Jiraiya's arrival.

A moment later, a white-haired man walked into the teahouse.

He wore a green kimono, carried a giant scroll on his back, and had a playful smile on his face.

It was none other than Jiraiya.

"Uchiha Xingye," Jiraiya sat down, "you were in such a rush to find me, what is the matter?"

Uchiha Xingye said indifferently: "Lord Jiraiya, I have come to see you regarding the Akatsuki."

Jiraiya's expression changed: "The Akatsuki?"

Uchiha Xingye nodded: "That is correct."

"The Akatsuki is secretly collecting Tailed Beast, planning to launch the Eye of the Moon Plan."

Jiraiya was silent for a moment, then said: "Eye of the Moon Plan? What kind of plan is this?"

Uchiha Xingye said: "The goal of the Eye of the Moon Plan is to plunge the entire shinobi world into the genjutsu of the Infinite Tsukuyomi."

"Everyone will become puppets, living forever in a false dream."

Jiraiya's pupils constricted: "Infinite Tsukuyomi? Plunging the entire shinobi world into a genjutsu?"

Uchiha Xingye nodded: "That is correct."

"Furthermore, the mastermind behind the Akatsuki is not the Madara Uchiha you think it is."

"The true culprit is an existence called Black Zetsu."

"He is using Obito and the Akatsuki, with the sole purpose of resurrecting Kaguya Otsutsuki."

Jiraiya was shocked: "Kaguya Otsutsuki? I have heard of this, but that is a legendary existence."

Uchiha Xingye said: "Black Zetsu is the son of Kaguya Otsutsuki, and he has been laying plans in the shadows, attempting to resurrect his mother."

"The Akatsuki is his tool, and the Eye of the Moon Plan is the key to resurrecting Kaguya Otsutsuki."

Jiraiya pondered for a long time, finally saying: "Xingye, how am I supposed to believe what you say?"

Uchiha Xingye said: "Lord Jiraiya, you do not need to believe me completely."

"You can investigate and verify what I have said yourself."

"However, time is tight; the Akatsuki will not wait for us."

Jiraiya nodded: "I understand."

"Xingye, what do you want me to do?"

Uchiha Xingye said: "Lord Jiraiya, I need you to do three things."

Jiraiya: "Please speak."

Uchiha Xingye said: "First, investigate the Akatsuki's bases and plans in secret."

"Your intelligence network is vast; you should be able to find some clues."

Jiraiya nodded: "Very well."

Uchiha Xingye continued: "Second, protect Naruto."

"The Akatsuki's ultimate goal is the Nine-Tails; Naruto will be in danger."

"You need to protect Naruto from the shadows to ensure he is not captured by the Akatsuki."

Jiraiya was silent for a moment, then said: "Naruto... very well, I will protect him."

Uchiha Xingye said finally: "Third, at the critical moment, I will request your intervention."

"If the shinobi world is forced into war, I will Form the Shinobi Allied Forces."

"At that time, I will need strong individuals like you to join."

Jiraiya pondered for a long time, finally nodding: "Fine, I agree."

"However, Xingye, I have my conditions."

Uchiha Xingye said: "What conditions?"

Jiraiya said: "If the Akatsuki is truly as dangerous as you say, then I cannot stand idly by."

"However, I am also investigating the Six Paths of Pain."

"If you can help me find Pain and assist me in defeating them, I will support you with all my might."

Uchiha Xingye nodded: "No problem."

"The Six Paths of Pain are in the Rain Village; I will help you find them."

"Furthermore, I will help you defeat Pain."

A flicker of gratitude crossed Jiraiya's eyes: "Many thanks."

"Xingye, are you truly capable of defeating Pain?"

Xingye replied: "I am."

"Although the Six Paths of Pain are powerful, they have weaknesses."

"As long as those weaknesses are seized, they can be defeated."

Jiraiya nodded: "Very well, then I shall wait and see."

Jiraiya stood up, preparing to leave.

"Xingye," Jiraiya said, "I will begin investigating the Akatsuki."

"Once there is news, I will notify you immediately."

Xingye nodded: "Thank you, Lord Jiraiya."

Jiraiya turned and left, his figure gradually disappearing outside the teahouse.

Xingye sat in the teahouse, watching the sunset outside the window.

Jiraiya's cooperation added another powerhouse to Xingye's faction.

As one of the Sannin, Jiraiya's strength was not inferior to the Kage level, and his intelligence network spanned the entire Shinobi World.

With Jiraiya's addition, the strength to oppose the Akatsuki became even greater.

System Prompt

Just as Xingye prepared to leave the teahouse, the system's notification sound rang out.

[System Prompt: Successfully gained Jiraiya's support]

[Side quest unlocked: Subjugate Jiraiya]

[Mission objective: Help Jiraiya defeat the Six Paths of Pain]

[Mission rewards: Sage Mode Mastery (Red), Summoning Jutsu: Toad (Purple)]

Xingye felt a surge of joy; Sage Mode Mastery was a red-tier entry, worth a fortune.

"Jiraiya," Xingye muttered to himself, "I will help you defeat Pain."

"When that time comes, you will become the strongest member of my faction."

Uchiha Clan Grounds

Xingye returned to the Uchiha clan grounds, where Fugaku and Itachi were already waiting for him.

"Xingye," Fugaku said, "how is the situation in the Sand Village?"

Xingye nodded: "The crisis has been temporarily resolved."

"I have already subjugated Zabuza Momochi, and Kisame continues to lurk within the Akatsuki."

"The internal intelligence network for the Akatsuki has been initially established."

A glimmer of admiration flashed in Itachi's eyes: "Brother, your planning is truly meticulous."

Xingye said: "Itachi, I have an important mission to entrust to you next."

Itachi: "Please speak."

Xingye said: "You are to make secret contact with Obito and attempt to obtain more intelligence."

"Obito is a key figure in the Akatsuki; if we can obtain his intelligence, we will be better able to oppose the Akatsuki."

Itachi pondered for a moment, then finally nodded: "Understood, brother."

"I will make secret contact with Obito and attempt to obtain intelligence."

Xingye continued: "Father Fugaku, the Uchiha Guard Corps needs to be further strengthened."

"The Akatsuki may attack Konoha again; we need to make full preparations."

Fugaku nodded: "Understood."

"I will immediately set about strengthening the power of the Uchiha Guard Corps."

Xingye said finally: "Also, Sasuke's training."

"Itachi, you are responsible for training Sasuke."

"Sasuke is one of the Uchiha Twin Stars; his strength must reach the Kage level."

Itachi nodded: "Very well, brother."

"I will train Sasuke with all my might, allowing him to become a powerhouse capable of protecting the Uchiha."

Xingye nodded: "Very good."

"We will be very busy over the next few months."

"However, as long as we stand united, Akatsuki is absolutely no match for us."

Fugaku patted Xingye on the shoulder: "Son, the future of the Uchiha clan is entrusted to you."

Xingye smiled slightly: "Father, this is the future for all of us."

The Uchiha Big Three—Xingye, Fugaku, and Itachi—joined forces once again, preparing themselves for the battle to come.

The threat of Akatsuki, while formidable, was not invincible.

With sufficient preparation and strength, Xingye was confident in his ability to completely dismantle Akatsuki.