Searching for White Zetsu! The First Use of Impure World Reincarnation!
Natsu's gaze was firm, and she explained clearly, "It's extremely useful."
First, the physical structure of these White Zetsu is unique, and their vitality and adaptability far surpass those of all other living beings in the Ninja World.
After bringing it back to Origin Island, Vallen can disassemble and study its physical mechanisms, and improve the Gene Serum. This will not only further raise the physical limits of the Uchiha clan, but also strengthen the physical foundation of the affiliated Earthly Chief Guard.
He paused slightly, looked at the undisguised anticipation in Ban's eyes, and revealed his most crucial purpose.
"Secondly, the White Zetsu's body is extremely malleable, making it the most perfect vessel for the Ninja World Impure World Reincarnation in the ninja world, bar none. Before leaving this Ninja World, I plan to find a few White Zetsu bodies and directly cast the technique to resurrect Izuna using the Izuna Uchiha Impure World Reincarnation."
The moment those words were spoken, Madara's aura suddenly froze.
Even though he had prepared himself mentally and knew that the future held promise, when the moment truly arrived and he heard the words "Reincarnation of Izuna Uchiha," his emotions, which had been dormant for decades, still surged uncontrollably.
His fingers tightened slightly, his voice lower than usual, carrying an undisguised seriousness. "Now? Right here?"
"The timing is perfect." Natsu nodded, her tone resolute. "We don't need to wait until we reach Origin Island, nor do we need to wait until your pupil power is completely stable."
First, Izuna Uchiha will appear in the world in his Impure World Reincarnation form to stabilize his soul and physical foundation. Then, he will be given the Samsara of Heavenly Life Technique to completely solidify his physical body, removing the shackles of the Impure World Reincarnation and allowing him to truly live a second life."
This step-by-step, cautious approach is far more reliable than a one-time forced revival.
Ban remained silent for a moment, his eyes swirling with complex emotions—expectation, trepidation, and a hint of awkwardness after half a lifetime apart.
"What do you need me to do?" he asked in a deep voice.
"You just need to stay calm and wait to see him."
Natsu smiled faintly, then closed her eyes again, unleashing her full Observation Haki.
A dense network of sensory pathways penetrates thick rock layers, traversing deep underground cavities, precisely capturing the faint yet unique life force that has been dormant for millions of years.
Beneath countless lifeless rock layers in the vast wilderness lie countless sleeping White Zetsu.
They abandoned all signs of life, like Deadwood and stubborn rocks, perfectly blending into the underground environment. If it weren't for their Observation Haki accurately capturing the Origin life, even Madara and Hashirama at their peak would have had no chance of detecting them at all.
"Found it."
A few breaths later, Natsu suddenly opened her eyes, a glint of light flashing in them.
"Three miles due east, in a hollow abyss a hundred meters underground, lies a whole slumbering White Zetsu."
Yaoyu immediately stepped forward, bowed, and awaited orders. "Young Master, Yakumi and I will go down and capture them first."
"No need." Natsu shook her head slightly and walked towards the east. "These White Zetsu have been asleep for too long, their bodies are fragile and can't withstand your strength. I'll go get them myself; it'll be safer."
Madara followed closely behind, his steps unhurried, his gaze fixed on Natsu's back. At this moment, he had shed the fierce Asura of the Ninja World, his heart filled with anticipation for his impending reunion with his younger brother.
After traversing the mountains and forests, the group arrived at their destination in no time.
Natsu lowered her eyes to look at the thick layer of soil beneath her feet, and rapidly Hand Seals with one hand.
Gentle Wood Release Chakra flowed from his fingertips into the ground, precisely peeling away the rock layers to create a straight passage.
The sight of the underground cavity was instantly revealed to everyone.
The vast underground space was empty and deep, with countless gray-white humanoid creations densely packed together in the cracks of the rock layers, motionless and lifeless, like sleeping stone statues. These were the ancient White Zetsu left behind by the Kaguya Clan.
Their bodies were pale and smooth, without any flaws, and they exuded a unique life force, perfectly matching the requirements of a vessel for Impure World Reincarnation.
"As expected, it's an ancient original species." A hint of satisfaction flashed in Natsu's eyes. "This quality of body is far purer than the mutated White Zetsu of later generations, making it perfect for reincarnating Izuna Uchiha."
Ban stood at the entrance of the passage, gazing at the rows of White Zetsu below, his eyes fixed on those pure bodies, his throat bobbing slightly.
Decades of obsession, now within reach.
Natsu leaped into the underground cavern, casually selecting three White Zetsu with the most stable aura and the most intact bodies. He used Chakra to temporarily suppress their life force, preventing them from waking up and going berserk.
He used Space-Time Ninjutsu to collect and seal the remaining White Zetsu, intending to take them back to Origin Island and hand them over to Vallen for in-depth research.
Having made all the necessary preparations, he turned to look at Madara at the entrance of the passage and said softly, "Are you ready, Madara-senpai?"
Ban exhaled a deep breath, suppressing the surging emotions in his heart, and nodded emphatically.
"Um."
The night was deep and dark, and the wind whistled silently in the underground cave.
Natsu no longer hesitated and raised her hand to form the complex formula for Impure World Reincarnation.
In the dark depths of the earth, pale green reincarnation Chakra slowly glowed, its eerie yet gentle light filling the entire space.
"The Impure World Reincarnation Jutsu!"
He placed a sample of Izuna Uchiha's remains at the center of the technique, using the pure white and intact body of the White Zetsu as a vessel, to activate the Pure Land spirit and initiate the resurrection technique.
As the seal was completed, the pale green light suddenly surged, swirling and gathering on the body of the White Zetsu. Within the void, Chakra surged violently, and a familiar yet youthful figure slowly condensed and took shape in the light.
Izuna Uchiha has reappeared after several years.
The pale green glow of rebirth from the underground cavity slowly receded into the void, and the originally pure White Zetsu was completely transformed under the reshaping of the technique.
The lifeless, pale skin faded layer by layer, finally revealing a vibrant and sharp face.
This was Izuna Uchiha at his peak, full of youthful vigor and sharp wit, his eyes and brows mirroring Madara's aloofness and coldness.
He was still wearing the Uchiha Clan Uniform from the Sengoku period, with an old tear at the hem and collar, a mark left from his final battle, which had not faded even after decades.
The fatal wound that Tobirama's Flying Thunder God had pierced through his body was completely healed by the Impure World Reincarnation, leaving only a faint, almost transparent line that gently adhered to his skin, like a shallow mark etched by time, silently witnessing the long-overdue chaos of war.
The next moment, his eyelashes trembled slightly.
His tightly closed eyes slowly opened.
Impure World Reincarnation dust and debris fell down along her long eyelashes. Her clear, scarlet Sharingan were initially clouded by a sense of bewilderment, her vision unfocused, unable to see anything around her.
A moment later, the scattered focus gradually narrowed and solidified, finally settling steadily on the figure three steps ahead.
Ban stood there, not moving an inch.
His fingers gripped the old Kunai tightly, his fingertips repeatedly rubbing the cold hilt.