After hearing Gold's words, a spark of life appeared in Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's lifeless eyes.
"Once that fellow makes his move, we won't need to act."
"If we get involved, we'll inevitably arouse the suspicions of Uchiha Kazama and that fellow."
"That could lead to unforeseen complications instead."
Ōtsutsuki Isshiki soon regained his earlier, brooding demeanor.
He rejected Gold's suggestion.
Ōtsutsuki Isshiki knew that Gold wanted revenge.
Whether for Wood's death or the beating Uchiha Kazama had given him before.
There was certainly still a fire of anger smoldering within Gold.
Now that such an opportunity had arisen, it was natural for Gold to want to take part, or even witness Uchiha Kazama's death himself.
But being natural did not mean being right!
Especially since Uchiha Kazama already knew of Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's existence.
Insisting on acting under these circumstances would be rather foolish.
"Understood, my lord."
"I'll take my leave and await your instructions."
With that, Gold bowed and withdrew from the space where Ōtsutsuki Isshiki resided.
The surrounding mist slowly dispersed as well.
Ōtsutsuki Isshiki was sitting on a platform.
Behind him stood a chakra God Tree that was on the verge of withering.
"This time, I must invade this world's origin and let you plunder it once more."
"Kaguya-hime, did you think I'd forgotten what happened back then?!"
"Every contingency you left behind will serve as a stepping stone for my growth."
"Just wait... I'll be standing before you soon!"
Ōtsutsuki Isshiki rose to his feet.
As his aura spread outward, the nearly withered tree behind him also released a peculiar aura laden with emotion.
In the Land of Rain.
"Kazama, you're here?"
The moment Uchiha Kazama stepped into the Land of Rain, Konan sensed his presence.
Having not seen him for so long, she hurried over to