Action (This Chapter Is Free, Making Up for the Previous Chapter Posted by Mistake)

Five months passed quietly, Konoha Year 64 arrived.

Shiraha has basically adapted to the comprehensive increase in all aspects of his attributes, and after repeated trials, he has determined the best way to fight with his Rinnegan eye techniques.

In terms of Innate Spell, the newly added "Dream Projection" and "Astral Gate" are not combat spells, and the same goes for "Soul Projection," which are all Innate Spell that are beneficial for Plane Exploration.

As for the actual combat abilities "Wood Spirit Avatar" and "Serpent Spirit Parasitism," they haven't reached Third Level yet; they're currently only level two Innate Spell.

However, after Shiraha advanced to the Third Level "Spirit Summoning Warlock", his physique, Mental Power and Magic Power increased greatly. So even though the "Demonic Scales" did not reach the level of Third Level Innate Spell, its actual defensive power was still greatly enhanced.

Considering that if they continued to delay, Ōtsutsuki Isshiki would recover more power, Shiraha decided it was time to take the initiative.

With the Rinnegan's eye techniques, Shiraha can adjust his fighting style and tactics, and with the assistance of Orochimaru and Kushina, he should have a higher chance of winning against Ōtsutsuki Isshiki in a three-on-one situation.

Most importantly, Shiraha's Rinnegan technique possesses Space-type abilities. If he can successfully suppress Ōtsutsuki Isshiki, he will likely be able to kill or even capture Isshiki.

After awakening his Space-type talent, he has now learned a spell that can be considered a trump card, which will greatly limit enemies who also possess spatial abilities.

Even Shiraha himself did not expect that he would be able to master a Third Level Space-type spell in just five months.

Although it's only a preliminary grasp, as long as there's enough time to prepare in advance, it can definitely lead to unexpected victories at crucial moments.

"It's about time to take action."

Shiraha got up from the bed in the laboratory, raised his finger lightly, and activated the "Cleaning Spell". A whirlwind swept through the entire laboratory, taking away all the dust.

Upon exiting the laboratory, one could see that on the open ground at the edge of the Underground Palace hall, the Kashin Koji was practicing his Taijutsu.

Shiraha has been in seclusion for nearly four years, and Kashin Koji has stayed here all the time. He must be quite bored.

"Lord Shiraha."

When Kashin Koji saw Shiraha walk out of the laboratory, he immediately stopped what he was doing, and in a flash, he came to Shiraha's side and bowed respectfully.

"Yes, you did a great job." Shiraha nodded with a smile.

After advancing to the Third Level, he had Kashin Koji summon the Samadhi Fire to burn his Mental Power over the past few months. It was still effective, but less than one-tenth of the effect of his previous Mental Power training.

At this rate, theoretically it would take him at least eighty years to reach the Crystalline State stage of Third Level Mental Power, and at the peak of Third Level Crystalline State, it would take at least one hundred and fifty years.

Moreover, Shiraha has only just advanced in his cultivation. As the materialization of his Mental Power progresses, the effect of the Samadhi Fire on the burning and tempering of his Mental Power will continue to weaken. Reaching the peak of Third Level Crystalline State in 150 years is the shortest theoretical time that Shiraha calculated after using the Gelel Ore Vein.

The actual practice time should be longer.

However, compared to the speed of progress, this time span is definitely very short for a warlock.

Of course, without compromising the stability of his foundation, Shiraha naturally hoped to cultivate as quickly as possible, since it would take twenty or thirty years just to raise the other second-level Innate Spell to the Third Level.

"You will remain here for the time being until I resolve the Isshiki, after which you will be free to move around as you please."

Shiraha gave instructions.

There are priorities, and the most important thing right now is to deal with Black Zetsu and Isshiki first, and then investigate the Flame Mountain.

Shiraha hoped that there was a higher quality Samadhi Fire inside the Flame Mountain, but even if there wasn't, he could slowly investigate and explore it in the future. Right now, the one thing he had in abundance was time.

"Lord Shiraha, may I join you? I also wish to deal with Isshiki."

Kashin Koji said earnestly.

Upon hearing this, Shiraha recalled that Kashin Koji was cloned to deal with Isshiki, but that was Isshiki from Parallel World, who had already been devoured by Orochimaru. If it weren't for an accident, there should still be a Kashin Koji in this world.

"No need. My goal is to capture Yishi Isshiki. I don't have time to look after you." After a moment's hesitation, Shiraha chose to refuse.

Although the advantage seems to be in their hands, no one knows the outcome before the fight begins, so bringing along Kashin Koji, whose strength is clearly going to be a hindrance, is not a wise choice.

"Yes," said Kashin Koji respectfully. He was merely trying to express his thoughts and did not insist.

"Okay, I'm leaving."

Shiraha nodded slightly, then returned to the Uzushiogakure via the Teleportation array.

When he arrived at the central office building, ready to surprise Kushina and Chiho, he heard a commotion coming from the office. Chiho seemed very excited.

"What did you say?! Say it again, why don't you agree?!"

Chiho excitedly slammed her hand on the table.

However, Kakuzu, sitting behind his desk, looked at Chiho and the group of the Uchiha Clan behind her with a blank expression and calmly replied, "According to the original plan, most of the funds in the Land of Whirlpools are to be used to support the development of the Serpent Spirit Corporation and Snow Country Heavy Industries, so I don't have any extra funds to allocate to you."

"The Serpent Spirit Corporation and Snow Country Heavy Industries's annual profits are so high that they don't need the village's support at all. In fact, they are constantly providing funds to the village, so they don't need the village's economic support at all." Chiho said helplessly. Kakuzu was completely stubborn and wouldn't give face to anyone.

The Uchiha Clan joined Uzushiogakure less than ten years ago, but the population has increased by more than two hundred. The village has various policies to encourage childbirth and also provides free education.

However, because there are too many new generation members, the Uchiha Clan plans to build a well-equipped school within the Ninja Clan. This is not a big project, but it requires funding from the village.

To everyone's surprise, Kushina agreed to the matter, but Kakuzu disagreed. This Minister of Finance really doesn't give face to anyone.

So the Uchiha clan members went to the former clan leader, Chiho, to plead for them, Kakuzu still refused.

"Rules are rules. These are the rules set by Lord Shiraha, and no one can receive special treatment." Kakuzu shook his head again.

Chiho, rubbing her forehead, turned to look at her clansmen behind her, helplessly spreading her hands, and said, "See? I told you he wouldn't give me face, didn't I? Even if Kushina and I pleaded on his behalf, it was no use!"

At this moment, the Uchiha Clan members behind Chiho couldn't help but look at each other in bewilderment. Kakuzu had even brought up Shiraha's name; what else could they say?

In fact, Shiraha did treat powerful clans like the Uchiha with preferential treatment; they wouldn't be so poor that they couldn't even afford to build their own university.

Ultimately, it was the Uchiha Clan's own selfish motives. If they could use the funds allocated by the village, they could naturally build a larger school. After all, it was all for the village to cultivate talent, and talent was naturally more important than money.

Although Chiho knew what her clansmen were thinking, she couldn't refuse them directly, so she came to Kakuzu to put on a show and put an end to their ideas.

At that moment, Chiho seemed to notice something and suddenly glanced outside the office, but saw nothing.

As Shiraha watched the Uchiha Clan disperse, he, who had cast Invisibility Spell, grew increasingly satisfied with Kakuzu, the Minister of Finance.

If the Land of Whirlpools were to unify the world in the future, Kakuzu would control an incredibly large amount of resources and funds. Therefore, Shiraha needs someone like Kakuzu who is loyal to his duties and respects the rules.

Land of Rice Fields.

Deep within the towering mountains lies a little-known secret stronghold.

It would be hard for anyone to imagine that Orochimaru, a super S-Rank Rogue Ninja Orochimaru, was hiding here.

Because many political figures from other countries were mistakenly injured during the Konoha Crush Plan, Orochimaru is now wanted by the entire Shinobi World.

At that moment, Orochimaru, who was conducting an experiment in the underground base's laboratory, suddenly stopped.

Uzumaki pattern appeared in the space behind him, Obito appeared in the laboratory.

"Madara? What are you doing here?!" Danzo, who was Danzo in the Culture Dish, sat up. At this moment, Danzo seemed to have been rejuvenated, and his body seemed to have returned to its prime. His Chakra was unusually active.

"It's time to declare war on the Six Great Ninja Villages, but before that, I want to test the strength of Yagami Shiraha and Kushina Uzumaki."

Obito said in a low voice.

"Is it finally starting?!" Danzo up.

"I'll go with you and cover for you." Orochimaru's expression was solemn, clearly showing that he valued Shiraha and Kushina very much.

"Hmm." Obito nodded coolly.

"Danzo, you can stay here. You still need time to get used to the Chimera Technique, at least another month. You don't need to interfere now."

Orochimaru glanced back at Danzo, then teleported away with Obito using Kamui.

After the two left, Danzo's expression darkened slightly. Compared to Orochimaru and Madara, he was clearly treated as a subordinate and vassal. Even though Orochimaru helped him transplant five Kekkei Genkai through the Chimera Technique, he was still not regarded as an equal collaborator.

"Orochimaru, Madara!" Danzo clenched his fists, feeling the surging Chakra within his body. With the complete fusion of the five Kekkei Genkai of the Chimera Technique, he would gain true Immortal Body.

If he can make Orochimaru, Madara, Shiraha, Kushina all seriously injured, then his chance will come!

"Just you wait, I'll show you who the real victor is one day!"

It is located in the mountains and forests not far from the Uzushiogakure.

A creature with a yin-yang face, resembling a Venus flytrap, emerged from the ground; it was Black Zetsu and White Zetsu.

The next second, Uzumaki patterns appeared in the space in front of them, Obito used Kamui to appear in front of Black Zetsu and White Zetsu with Orochimaru.

Obito mimicked Madara's deep voice and said calmly, "You guys are here quite early."

"Is it finally about to begin? I can't wait!" White Zetsu said jokingly.

Black Zetsu, standing to the side, was somewhat worried and hesitated, saying, "Madara, isn't it a bit premature to attack Uzushiogakure directly now? Shouldn't we notify Nagato to come along? It's unwise to launch such a rash attack."

Black Zetsu already knew Orochimaru's strength; he was a powerful figure comparable to Yagami Shiraha and Kushina. But he also knew perfectly well what level Obito.

If a real fight were to break out, he, Obito, and White Zetsu would all be mere bystanders; it would basically be Orochimaru fighting two against one.

Making a move now doesn't offer a high chance of winning.

Even if Nagato comes, the odds of winning are still less than 50%, unless Nagato uses the Outer Path: Samsara of Heavenly Life Technique to revive Madara right now.

The best approach is to separate Shiraha and Kushina first, then gather all available forces to defeat one of them before dealing with the other.

"That's certainly not wise," Obito said slowly, mimicking Madara's tone.

"Then why?" Black Zetsu couldn't help but ask, though he was very restrained as he was playing the role of Obito.

"Because it is you who are unwise, not us," Orochimaru's slightly hoarse voice rang out.

"What do you mean?!" Black Zetsu was startled.

"Of course it means exactly what it says, Black Zetsu."

A spatial fluctuation came from in front of them, and Shiraha's figure appeared in front of Black Zetsu and White Zetsu.

Black Zetsu, realizing Obito's betrayal, cried out, "Obito, you betrayed me?!"

At this moment, Black Zetsu saw the suddenly appearing Shiraha. He didn't have time to activate the Cursed Seal left on Obito's heart to kill Obito. He just wanted to escape from here as soon as possible.

However, his body had only been halfway into the ground when he felt another fluctuation in the space in front of him.

Immediately afterwards, Black Zetsu and White Zetsu felt the scene in front of them change, and the next second, they were White Zetsu hidden underground.

"What's going on?!"

Black Zetsu and White Zetsu seemed to emerge from the ground as if beyond their control.

At the same time, Uzumaki patterns appeared in the space in front of the two, and Orochimaru appeared before them together with Kamui using Obito.

Obito: "You guys are here quite early."

White Zetsu:???

Black Zetsu:???

"Is it finally going to start? I can't wait!" White Zetsu's expression twisted, but he still managed to say those words.

Black Zetsu:!!!

The next second, Black Zetsu, in a state of extreme shock and confusion, wore the same twisted and worried expression as before. "Madara, isn't it a bit premature to attack Uzushiogakure directly now? Shouldn't we notify Nagato to come along? It's unwise to launch such a rash attack."

Next, Obito and Orochimaru took turns speaking, and then it was Shiraha's turn to appear.

At this moment, outside this space, Orochimaru and Obito both looked at the repeated scene in the space in front of them with disbelief, and then looked at the three- Tomoe Rinnegan in Shiraha's eyes.

"What... what's going on?!" Obito asked instinctively.

Orochimaru looked surprised. Sensing the powerful Eye Power continuously released from Shiraha's eyes, he had a general idea in his mind. However, he really couldn't imagine how Shiraha could have developed the Rinnegan in just a few years.

You should know that he absorbed the complete Isshiki and, after so many years of adaptation, only recently awakened one of the Rinnegan.

Orochimaru couldn't help but feel relieved that he hadn't chosen to be enemies with Shiraha.

Shiraha's growth rate is so fast that it's almost unbelievable.

Shiraha, watching Black Zetsu and White Zetsu gradually lose their minds under the eye technique, turned to Orochimaru and Obito and explained:

"This is my Rinnegan technique— 'Infinite Ring.' How powerful is it?"