In Konoha: Three Choices at the Start

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

In mere moments, the Allied Shinobi Forces appeared before Gaara and the others, their ranks stretching as far as the eye could see.

"Everyone! Our chance for the final showdown is here! Follow us!"

The Fourth Raikage, now recovered, let out a roar and charged ahead.

The others followed close behind. From a distance, they looked like a dark, unbroken tide.

Liuyun appeared in a deserted clearing, his expression impassive.

"How is Black Zetsu's plan coming along? Do you think Obito can bring Kaguya back?"

Truth be told, he was getting tired of it all. To everyone else, the Fourth Shinobi World War was a fierce struggle.

But to someone at his level, it was no more than children squabbling. It bored him to death.

If not for Kaguya, he would have gone home long ago to spend time with the women.

"Father! Obito can do it, but he doesn't have the Rinnegan."

"Even if he becomes the Ten-Tails Jinchūriki and revives Mother, I'm worried she might suffer lasting effects."

The ground rippled like drops of rain on water, and Black Zetsu slowly emerged before Liuyun.

"I understand! Then we'll stick to the original plan!"

Resignation showed in Liuyun's eyes. "We've waited this long. A little longer won't matter!"

"As expected, Father, you see the bigger picture!" Black Zetsu slipped in a little flattery.

"Get lost!" Liuyun snapped.

"Your aunts have already appeared. I've spoken to them, so you don't need to worry about them interfering with the plan to rescue Kaguya. They know what they're doing!"

As though he had seen through Black Zetsu's concerns, Liuyun spoke calmly.

"That puts my mind at ease, Father. I'll go now. Madara and Obito have summoned the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path, and they've already captured the