Nagato's Invitation (3)

Not long after, a gaunt figure appeared in the distance, flying alongside Konan to Feng's side.

"Your strength is greater than I anticipated."

After glancing at the fragments of Deva Path Pain's Deva Path that had been altered from Yahiko's corpse on the ground, the emaciated Nagato spoke first.

Konan quietly collected the fragments of Deva Path Pain, knowing that she could use them to repair Jigokudō's Nagato later.

"It's alright, mainly because I know all the information about your Six Paths of Pain."

Feng smiled slightly, neither confirming nor denying.

Nagato remained silent for a moment after hearing this, then nodded.

"You're very honest, that's good."

This shows that we can genuinely discuss peace without resorting to underhanded tactics.

"But to be honest, I don't really want to talk to you."

Feng pursed his lips and shook his head helplessly.

Nagato: "..."

I have a strong urge to fight again, to show the other person what a god is.

But at this moment, Konan had already collected all the fragments of Deva Path Pain and returned to Nagato's side.

As a childhood friend, she saw through Nagato's plan at a glance.

However, this time she did not cooperate with Nagato to attack Feng. Instead, she spread her wings and stood between Feng and Nagato.

"Nagato, we are not here to start a war today. Don't forget our ideals and Yahiko's ideals."

Konan first shook her head slightly at Nagato.

Then, she turned to look at Feng:

"Feng-jun, please explain your philosophy to Nagato."

Afterwards, I will gradually provide you with the 300 billion Explosive Tag you previously requested over the next three years."

Upon hearing this, Nagato and Feng were both stunned for a moment, and the scene fell into a long silence.

Finally, Nagato, Konan's companion, broke the silence.

"I've been thinking about how to achieve peace."

My original plan was to use extreme power to create absolute fear, forcing the entire world to stop all fighting in the face of fear. Without war, peace would naturally come.

But over the past year, I've watched your allies distribute land, build railways, construct windbreaks, and everyone work... doing things I've never even considered or tried before.

The result of this is that the people under your control have a brighter outlook and a greater sense of happiness than the people of Amegakure.

His tone was calm and composed.

After listening, Feng chuckled and said, "You want to know why?"

Yes, I don't understand.

You've clearly experienced quite a few battles in the past year or so, so why?

"Are families who have lost loved ones still more hopeful than the people of Amegakure, who have not experienced war for many years?!"

Nagato frowned deeply; this was something he couldn't understand at all.

Shouldn't people all abhor war?

"Because your understanding of war is incorrect."

I think Konan has already explained to you the essence of war that I've been talking about.

It seems you still don't understand?"

Feng chuckled and shook his head, his eyes even showing a hint of disdain for Nagato.

"Please don't hesitate to offer your guidance."

Nagato glanced at Konan, choosing to ignore Feng's disdain and instead pressed for answers.

"Hoo..." Upon hearing this, Feng took a deep breath before slowly beginning to explain:

"Because in every war I led everyone to launch, I achieved two things: I brought benefits and hope to everyone."

And you, along with others, have brought back nothing but a list of the dead from the war you started.

Therefore, those who follow me, whether for their own benefit or for a better future, are not afraid of war.

"So your influence expands as your strength increases?"

"Yes." Feng smiled.

"It's human nature; everyone wants to pursue a better life."

I can offer you all this, and I have enough power to protect this beautiful thing, so you have chosen to follow me.

Then, human desires are never satisfied. Once you have something good, you will want something even better. Once you are well-fed and clothed, no one will want to go back to the days of uncertainty.

Next, those who have received this wonderful gift will naturally risk their lives to protect this hard-won beauty.

After listening to these words, Nagato fell silent once again.

After a long while, long enough that Konan couldn't help but go forward to check if Nagato was alright, Nagato finally came to his senses.

"Perhaps you are right, but that beautiful thing seems too fragile to me right now."

Everything exists because of you.

If you fail one day, it is foreseeable that it will not last long.

Therefore, I will not give up my beliefs.

"Using Ultimate Weapon to intimidate the Ninja World and force peace may not be perfect, but at least for now, it doesn't seem as fragile as your peace."

As Nagato said this, his gaze hardened.

Upon hearing this, Feng's eyes lit up instantly, and he smiled genuinely.

"Good! As expected of Nagato, you must persevere."

Actually, I don't know who is right and who is wrong between you and me.

Since that's the case, let's not interfere with each other, develop our own paths, and let time prove everything.

Anyway, your so-called Ultimate Weapon project doesn't conflict with what I'm doing right now; we can each do our own thing.

Heh heh, it seems like he can still get Nagato back on track with the plot; he has to give it a try.

Nagato paused slightly in surprise.

He had never considered not interfering with Feng before, always worrying that Feng's strength and influence would affect his plan to gather the Tailed Beasts and forge the Ultimate Weapon.

But after hearing Feng Yi's suggestion, he thought about it and also felt that it was indeed feasible.

What he wanted were the Tailed Beasts and the current stability of Amegakure, things that Uchiha Feng had never coveted.

And the things Uchiha Feng is doing right now don't actually require him to deal with Amegakure or the Tailed Beasts.

There's no real conflict between the two sides, so there's really no need to try and determine who's better.

"Okay! Let's not interfere with each other and develop independently."

Let time prove who is right and who is wrong.

After a Nagato nodded solemnly.

Konan stood aside, watching this scene, a complex expression flashing in her eyes.

Nagato is changing, even if only a little, but at least he has changed. This makes her feel that perhaps Nagato really will become the savior that Jiraiya- sensei spoke of, instead of being more like a destroyer of the world as he is now.

"Uchiha Feng."

Suddenly, Nagato spoke solemnly.

"Um?"

"I actually hope your method is correct..."

Because in that case, Yahiko's death wouldn't have been meaningless.

Perhaps your approach can achieve the peace he seeks.

Nagato spoke again, his expression was somewhat complicated.

Feng smiled upon hearing this and continued his deception:

"Who knows? But in my opinion, no matter who is right or wrong in the end, at least we are all working towards peace, and that's enough."

Nagato paused for a moment, then remained silent.

Suddenly, he revealed a genuine smile that even Konan found unbelievable.

"Yes, at least we all worked for peace."

Lord of the Land of Whirlpools, thank you for clearing up my doubts today.

"If I were to die unexpectedly one day, then as you and Konan said, I would give you my Rinnegan as payment."

After saying that, he summoned a giant bird, and together with Konan, they landed on the bird.

"Looking forward to seeing you again!"

The two raised their hands to bid farewell to Feng, and then disappeared into the horizon.

After watching the other person leave, Feng smiled meaningfully and said, "Hehe, yes, I look forward to seeing you again."

Then, he turned and teleported towards Uchiha Izumi, who was carrying the Flying Thunder God Kunai, and was about to leave as well.