Discovering Black Zetsu's Traces

Xingye moved cautiously toward the source of the abnormal chakra.

His Byakugan's 360-degree field of vision ensured nothing could escape his detection, but to be safe, he also activated his Sharingan, his eyes shimmering with an exotic luster.

As the distance closed, that eerie chakra became increasingly distinct. Xingye could even sense the malice and killing intent contained within it.

Finally, he arrived at the deepest part of the Forest of Death.

There stood an ancient stone tower, covered in vines and appearing long abandoned. However, the system indicated that the strange chakra was emanating from inside the tower.

Xingye did not rush in, choosing instead to observe the perimeter first.

He discovered many traces of residual chakra around the stone tower; some were quite fresh, appearing to have been left only recently.

Someone comes here often... Xingye pondered to himself.

He approached the stone tower carefully, scanning the interior with his Byakugan.

The inside of the tower was a vast space with an altar in the center, covered in ancient runes. Standing before the altar were two figures.

One figure was tall and wore the traditional attire of the Uchiha clan, but his face was hidden behind a mask, revealing only a single Sharingan.

The other figure was composed entirely of a black substance, lacking a fixed shape and flowing like liquid.

The system immediately displayed their information:

Madara Uchiha (Obito disguised):

[Sharingan (Red)]

[Kamui (Red)]

[Space-Time Ninjutsu (Purple)]

[Fire Style Mastery (Purple)]

[Hashirama Senju Cells (Red)]

Black Zetsu:

[Will of Kaguya Otsutsuki (Red)]

[Parasitism (Red)]

[Mental Manipulation (Purple)]

[Chakra Devouring (Purple)]

"Black Zetsu!" Xingye's pupils constricted.

He had finally found the trail of the ultimate boss!

In the original story, Black Zetsu was the manifestation of the will of Kaguya Otsutsuki and the mastermind behind the entire Naruto saga. He manipulated Obito, orchestrated the Eye of the Moon Plan, and ultimately resurrected Kaguya, nearly destroying the ninja world.

And at this very moment, Black Zetsu was right before his eyes.

Xingye held his breath, secretly recording everything.

"The Eye of the Moon Plan must be accelerated." Black Zetsu's voice sounded as if it came from the abyss. "The Uchiha clan must be purged; they are an obstacle."

"But why should I trust you?" Obito's voice carried anger. "You are merely using me."

"Because I can let you see Rin." Black Zetsu sneered. "As long as the Eye of the Moon Plan succeeds and the Infinite Tsukuyomi is activated, you can be with Rin forever in a dream."

Obito fell silent. His eyes flickered with complex emotions—pain, struggle, and longing.

Xingye watched this scene, his heart filled with a mixture of emotions.

Obito, a man toyed with by fate, had been manipulated by Black Zetsu for so many years, eventually becoming his pawn. In the original story, he finally awakened before his death, but it was all too late.

I cannot let the tragedy repeat itself. Xingye thought to himself. I must find a way to save Obito, or... at the very least, stop him from becoming Black Zetsu's tool.

He continued to record in secret.

"When is the specific date for the night of the clan massacre?" Black Zetsu asked.

"October 10th, Konoha 63." Obito replied. "That day is the birthday of the Nine-Tails jinchuriki, and also when Konoha's defenses are at their weakest."

"Very good." Black Zetsu nodded in satisfaction. "Danzo will cooperate with us to fabricate evidence of an Uchiha rebellion, and then Itachi will carry out the massacre mission. Everything has been arranged."

Xingye was shocked.

So the night of the massacre was not just Danzo's conspiracy, but a plan orchestrated by Black Zetsu!

"Itachi..." Xingye felt a pang of pain in his heart. "So the sins you bore were forced upon you by Black Zetsu."

He had to change all of this.

Xingye retreated quietly without exposing himself. His current strength was not enough to confront Black Zetsu and Obito; he had to prepare first and then strike preemptively.

After returning to the Uchiha compound, Xingye reformulated his plan.

He had originally planned to deal with Danzo first, but now he had to prioritize Black Zetsu.

Black Zetsu is the true threat; I must strike first before he makes his move. Xingye pondered. But I need more power.

He looked at the system interface to check his trait library.

[Otsutsuki Bloodline (Red)]

[Super Kage Aptitude (Gold)]

[Byakugan (Purple)]

[All-Attribute Constitution (Purple)]

[Sharingan (Blue)]

[Lightning Release (Purple)]

[Fire Release Mastery (Purple)]

[Earth Release (Blue)]

[Taijutsu Talent (Blue)]

[Anbu Tactics (Purple)]

[Reading People (Blue)]

[Stealth (Blue)]

[Leadership (Purple)]

[Insight (Blue)]

My trait library is already quite rich, but it still lacks some key elements, Xingye pondered to himself. For instance, the Rinnegan, Kotoamatsukami, Izanagi... these ocular techniques must be acquired as soon as possible.

He decided to accelerate his plan of action.

I cannot wait any longer, Xingye muttered to himself. I must completely shatter the conspiracy of Black Zetsu before the night of the clan annihilation.