Sasuke's Decision

After Sasuke decided to stop Madara Uchiha's plot, Orochimaru and the remaining members of Taka headed to the battlefield to treat the Five Kage.

Orochimaru and the Third Hokage, master and disciple, displayed unparalleled coordination when facing the God Tree's offshoots. Orochimaru struck first with his ninjutsu—Hidden Shadow Snake Hands. Countless Poison Snakes wrapped around the God Tree's offshoots like lightning, leaving them unable to move.

Immediately afterward, the Third Hokage unhesitatingly swung his famous Ruyi Jingu Bang, which seemed to possess limitless power in his hands. With one fierce swing, he smashed the Ruyi Jingu Bang into the God Tree's offshoots, instantly shattering them into several pieces.

Not far away, Tsunade witnessed the scene, her gaze falling upon Jiraiya's grave. As she recalled all the moments they had shared, a surge of guilt rose within her.

However, the battle was not over. After everyone's tireless efforts, Obito Uchiha, the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki, was finally defeated. But at that moment, a mysterious spiral-shaped White Zetsu suddenly appeared on the battlefield, blocking their path.

This White Zetsu was named Tobi, and his strength was unfathomable. Facing the Allied Shinobi Forces led by the Third Hokage, Tobi showed no fear, and a thrilling, brutal battle began.

At the same time, Sasuke also encountered a tremendous crisis. He was knocked to the ground by the resurrected Madara Uchiha, his life hanging in the balance. Karin was frantic and wanted to rush over to treat Sasuke immediately, but Orochimaru calmly advised her and the other two to remain patient and wait for the right moment.

Finally, after an intense battle, Orochimaru's group of four found a fleeting opportunity. Without hesitation, they seized it, using every ounce of their strength to successfully suppress the powerful Tobi.

The instant Tobi was suppressed, Orochimaru's group immediately seized the