It seemed as if they had noticed Hiruzen Sarutobi's confusion.
Gamamaru paused slightly before continuing, " The Sage of Six Paths was the son of that Ōtsutsuki. He was born here and could not bear the destruction of this world, so he sealed away that Ōtsutsuki."
"The children of the Sage of Six Paths founded several Clan, namely the Senju, Uchiha, Hyūga, Uzumaki, Takeori, and Ōtsutsuki of the Shinobi World!"
"The crisis thousands of years ago was when the entire Shinobi World was absorbed by the Ōtsutsuki, and the crisis of the future will be the same!"
"From the moment Senju awakens his Wood Release, he will continuously undergo ancestral transformations, ultimately inheriting the legacy left by the Ōtsutsuki!"
It talks about a lot of things, but the points don't really connect.
But how could he possibly tell Hiruzen Sarutobi the truth about his past?
It's about right and left, and it makes sense to provide the key information.
Pointing out the Clan is to inform Hiruzen Sarutobi about the subsequent choice of allies and the timeframe for releasing information.
It didn't believe that Hiruzen Sarutobi would really keep what he saw today a secret.
How could such a calculating person possibly keep their word?
They used him simply because they had no better option, and he just happened to be the right person!
Its real trump card is still that person who has fallen into a deep sleep.
Hiruzen Sarutobi was merely an object used to slow down the growth rate of Wood Release!
I heard such a big, but unverifiable, melon from this Toad.
Hiruzen Sarutobi's expression of having held on remained unchanged for a long time!
If what the old Toad said is true, the Ōtsutsuki is a name that has never been heard of in the Shinobi World.
But the Senju, Uchiha, Hyūga, Uzumaki, Takeori clans—those clans have been fighting for a thousand years. Haven't they become just killing each other?
But then he thought about it again and realized that Toad said might be true.
These clans are arguably the most powerful in the Shinobi World, and each clan possesses unique abilities!
They are different from Kekkei Genkai Kekkei Genkai of Ninjutsu and Secret Technique!
These all belong to the Kekkei Genkai of the body, eyes, etc.
Aside from these few clans, it seems no one else in the Shinobi World possesses these types of Kekkei Genkai.
Furthermore, the Sage of Six Paths of Six Paths is described in records as possessing a pair of sage eyes.
It's just that so many generations have passed.
Thousands of years!
Life was going well.
Why is this Senju Wood Release reverting to his ancestral form all the Tenten?
Is life now not as good as it was during the Warring States period?
After a moment of mental activity, Hiruzen Sarutobi summarized what the Toad had said and asked, "You mean, the Senju Wood Release will awaken the Sage of Sage of Six Paths ' abilities and inherit the Ōtsutsuki's God Tree, once again absorbing the life force of the Shinobi World?"
"Yes!"
Upon receiving a positive reply, Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned and said, "Then why don't we just seal it again, or take the inheritance first?"
"You were there during that battle, so you should know what the legacy is and where it is, right?"
This is his true thought, if Toad said is true.
Since the Senju clan can't be used against Wood Release, why not just take the items beforehand?
In this way, the Senju Wood Release cannot be inherited, and it can be shared among everyone after it is taken out.
Then our side might also possess power that overwhelms the Senju!
Then, when you turn around and eliminate the Senju Wood Release, you can of course also eliminate the Senju as well!
Wouldn't that make everything happy for everyone?
After letting out a cryptic laugh, Gamamaru's aged voice rang out again. "I know where the inheritance is, but I can't access it!"
"To retrieve it, one either needs power at the level of the Sage of Six Paths, or one must release that Ōtsutsuki!"
Either of these two points would be a huge disaster!
It knew exactly what the little guy on the other side was thinking.
But why would you need to say something so nonsensical?
It can be taken, and it can be taken from Mount Myōboku.
Either of these two points is acceptable.
Why would I waste my breath talking to you?
Wouldn't it be better to just go out and slap Wood Release user to death?
Even with Uzumaki Nine-Tails protecting him, he was still someone who could control power surpassing that of Kage Level.
How can someone like myself, who has touched upon the Six Paths, be compared to me?
Upon hearing Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned immediately.
If that's the case, then regardless of whether the inheritance is real or not, it indeed cannot be withdrawn!
But then he seized on a key point and asked, "You mentioned the power of the Sage of Six Paths, could you tell me roughly what level the power of the Six Great Sages is?"
He remembered that the Toad had said that the Senju Wood Release would inherit a fortune.
Does that mean it can revert to its ancestral form and grow to the level of Sage of Six Paths?
In that case, he really needs to learn more about the so-called Sage of Sage of Six Paths level!
Gamamaru nodded slightly and replied, "A special level; you could even name it the Six Paths Level."
"A metaphor you can probably understand is that Ninja of Hashirama Senju's caliber is like a toy in his hands!"
"For both sides to reach Flat Chest, at least five or six people of Hashirama Senju's level would need to gang up on them."
It doesn't mind telling the other party this.
Because the other person is the one who least wants to develop Wood Release.
And there's no possibility of reconciliation left!
So, putting some pressure on them can be considered a form of ability!
Upon hearing this analogy, Hiruzen Sarutobi's face turned somewhat green.
This is a situation that even our side might not be able to handle, especially against someone like Hashirama Senju.
But the opposing side claims that even Sage of Six Paths level expert, or at least five or six Hashirama Senju, would be Flat Chest?
He really wants to say, "Screw you!"
Then, with a resolute air, he turned and left, returning to the village to find Senju Natou and surrender!
But if things had started in the beginning, Senju would still have had a chance to forgive himself.
Over the past few years, the Senju Hands have also assassinated quite a few people!
This is a fight to the death; he doesn't even have a final chance to surrender.
So, does that mean we just have to tough it out?
Having received Gamamaru's explanation, Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately made a decision.
Regardless of whether what they say is true or false, we cannot afford to take chances.
The assassination technique of the Senju Wood Release must be launched immediately and must be a one-hit kill!
At that moment, he mentally recalled all the arguments he had had with Yun.
If our side makes a move, then so be it; anyway, if the Senju decide to attack, our side can withstand it.
But Wood Release must die first; he can't gamble on whether the Toad's words are true or false!
Furthermore, being a 12-year-old Wood Release Jonin, his growth cannot be faked.
Gamamaru noticed the changes in the expressions of those below.
This is also the effect it wanted, from a utilitarian person.
Nobody likes taking risks!
Moreover, Hiruzen Sarutobi had no way out.
The energy this guy unleashes is something no idealist could ever match!
Because opportunistic people will use any means necessary to achieve their goals.
Now Hiruzen Sarutobi has no choice but to thoroughly offend Wood Release!
My original intention in coming here was to learn the language and then use this opportunity to request support from Mount Myōboku.
But after this trip, Hiruzen Sarutobi discovered that even he, who didn't believe in prophecies before, needed to start believing in them!
Because of something in it that forced him to believe!
The Toad's words completely dispelled any previous sense of superiority that might have been held regarding this collaboration.
From this perspective, one would expect to be seen as someone who was originally in a superior position through cooperation.
At the very least, shouldn't we stand on equal footing with the other side?
He realized this, but the threat of Wood Release made him afraid to gamble.
After adjusting his mindset, he said, " Great Toad Sage, I have a general understanding of the prophecy. So, did you summon me here because of the prophecy's line, ' Mount Myōboku is also heading towards ruin'?"
"Are you looking to collaborate, or are you simply informing me of future information?"
"And what exactly is this life force that you mentioned several times before?"
Cooperation is a must, regardless of whether the prophecy will come true.
But cooperation is essential.
He had already seen through the Sacred Land's true strength along the way.
Such a huge number of Toad, if they could become our summoned beasts!
That's equivalent to our strength increasing by more than 50% out of thin air!
"The life force of the Ōtsutsuki is immense; everything in the Shinobi World —humans, beasts, plants, and everything else—is within its range!"
That's why it's called a war of life and death!
After explaining the situation to those below, Gamamaru shifted his massive body slightly and continued, "This kind of disaster is no longer just a matter for one person or one force."
"I summoned you here not only to inform you of future information, but also because I intend to arrange a contract between the Toad Clan and your side!"
"But as for this single Toad signing, it depends on your abilities which one of you can successfully sign!"
It knows what the other side wants.
But this is something that comes about through cooperation!
It's also the source of the prophecy; how could others possibly believe it if it didn't?
Furthermore, Mount Myōboku has been peaceful for a long time, and apart from the fighting Toad, most of the other creatures have become somewhat neglected.
Signing a contract with Sarutobi's side is a good opportunity to let the Toad get used to fighting.
In any case, there is the authority to revoke the permission for Summoning Technique.
If the Toad are careful, they are almost never in trouble!
If we don't start training now, how will we withstand the devastation that comes when Mount Myōboku falls into ruin?
They ignored the person below whose face was already beaming with joy.
The Toad's aged voice continued, "Besides Mount Myōboku, I will also try my best to persuade the other two great Sacred Land!"
"And you must carry out what is required of the Wood Release."
"Besides these, you also need to find a way to persuade the other major powers."
"Do not spread what follows, but the prophecy can be revealed!"
"Remember, never underestimate Wood Release; you must do these things!"
Upon hearing the further instructions, Hiruzen Sarutobi, quickly nodded in agreement.
He will definitely take these things to heart, because they are closely related to his own interests.
The mention of contacting the other two Sacred Land sent a chill down his spine.
The fact that the Toad Clan offered him a contract without any restrictions was enough to convince him that he was mostly convinced of what was going on today!
And this old Toad actually wants to contact two other Sacred Land?
Upon hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately banished all his previous attitude towards the prophecy from his mind.
It's fair to say he now believes it outright!
Because some things are useless to talk about; you have to see what the other person does!
The old Toad said a lot today, but if it weren't for that contract being formed earlier...
Aside from taking Wood Release a little more seriously, he only listened to the rest as amusement.
But there's the Toad's pact and the connection between the two great Sacred Land.
All of these items will be delivered to your door free of charge!
Even if he didn't want to believe it, there was nothing he could do!
After all, he is the Hokage, a leader of a faction who knows that free is the most valuable thing!
Instead of those clueless greenhorns who know nothing.
Taking a deep breath and suppressing his various thoughts, Sarutobi Hiruzen Sarutobi bowed and said, "I understand the Great Sage's meaning. Rest assured, no matter what the situation, Sarutobi will definitely stand on the side of eliminating Wood Release!"
"It's just that Mount Myōboku's reputation is too great, and many powerful Ninja will surely come to bother us in the future. I hope that you, Great Sarutobi, will not take offense."
He understood the patches Old Toad had previously made.
Those who lack ability should not waste their time.
The Toad Clan has opened up contracts, but the number of contracts depends entirely on the strength of the signatory.
That's actually what he meant too.
After all, it's Sacred Land, so it will definitely only be reserved for those with talent or strength.
Assigning them to ordinary Ninja would be a complete waste of time, wouldn't it?
With the cooperation agreed upon, the man and the Toad discussed the details of the contract.
Finally, Hokage robes, dressed in a divine robe and wearing a Hiruzen Sarutobi, carrying a large Scroll that a Great Toad had just created, strode away from the largest palace on Mount Myōboku.
"Teachers, you've reached an agreement!"
The Sage Shima, who was waiting for Jiraiya at the place where he had left, looked at his teacher who was carrying a large Scroll and said with a smile.
"Yes, it's settled with the Great Immortal!"
He replied to his disciple, then walked closer and looked at the small green Toad with purple lips squatting beside him.
Hiruzen Sarutobi greeted him with a smile and politeness, " Sage Shima, thank you for your trouble!"
He waved his hand dismissively, looking at the person in front of him whose attitude had changed drastically before and after.
Shima was squatting on the platform where they had left off, smiled and said, "You're too kind Third Hokage!"
"It's all something an old woman like me should do!"
After exchanging a few polite words, Hiruzen Sarutobi, along with his disciples, bid farewell to Shima and left Mount Myōboku!
"Bang!"
A plume of white smoke suddenly rose from the Hokage's office.
Those hiding around them, including Orochimaru, instinctively gripped their weapons.
Only after they sensed who was in the smoke did they put away their weapons and return to their previous state!
"Teacher, it seems the cooperation has been successful?" Orochimaru, dressed in a yellow robe, spoke in a cool voice as he looked at the things that had appeared behind his teacher after the smoke cleared.
"Um!"
After smiling and nodding in response, Hiruzen Sarutobi walked back to his desk, took the items down, placed them on the desk, and pointed to the two chairs opposite him, indicating that the two should sit down.
He then put away his smile and looked at the two disciples opposite him with a serious expression.
I mentally reviewed what the Great Toad had said.
After compiling a completely new version, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the two people opposite him and said in a deep voice, "I didn't really believe in the prophecy before."
Upon hearing this, Jiraiya's face Jiraiya showed surprise.
Having understood the previous two explanations, he refrained from asking further questions!
Ignoring the expression on the idealistic disciple's face, he looked at Orochimaru, whose expression had turned cold.
He frowned and said, " Orochimaru, you need to speed up that technique."
"I can promise to give you double the resources you need, and even all the death row inmates in the village."
"And I'm also giving you the authority to conduct experiments capturing mountain bandits!"
"But you must remember not to use ordinary civilians or our people!"
He had previously received intelligence that Orochimaru had been capturing mountain bandits during a period when he was short-handed.
However, given the changed circumstances, this right should be made public.
But he also had to draw a line, otherwise he might get caught by the Senju.
Then he would be plunged into a huge political crisis!
The title still carries significant weight, at least in terms of the people trained and the funds allocated to the village.
These are crucial safeguards that they cannot afford to give up!
"Yes, teacher!" Orochimaru knew very well that there was no cleanliness around him.
And he didn't try to hide anything!
Now, the teacher has actually publicly drawn a line for what is acceptable.
He was both happy about this and alarmed by the change.
This means the teacher truly believed the prophecy, and wasn't just saying it!
Hiruzen Sarutobi, knowing that his Shimei.
Then he changed the subject and said, "At first I didn't believe it, but what the Great Toad Sage gave me left me no choice but to believe it."
"The story begins thousands of years ago, before Chakra existed. It was all brought about by a man named Ōtsutsuki!"
"After they arrived, they planted a God Tree in the Shinobi World. This God Tree absorbs the life force of the world, meaning that all living things—humans, beasts, plants, and everything else—are within its absorption range!"
"Thus, to prevent the destruction of the Shinobi World, a war broke out, and the Sage of Six Paths ultimately sealed this Ōtsutsuki."
"The prophecy speaks of the Senju Wood Release, which will continue to undergo ancestral transformations, ultimately inheriting the power of the Ōtsutsuki and planting the God Tree once more!"
"This is the source of the Toad's prophecy of life and death, of hopelessness, and of endless war!"
"Reversion to ancestral traits?" Orochimaru's keen senses picked up on those two words!
Nodding in confirmation of the other's thoughts, Hiruzen Sarutobi continued, " The Senju's power originates from this Ōtsutsuki."
"Even the Sage of Six Paths ' power originated from this!"
"As for the Chakra we cultivate, it was taught to us by the Sage of Six Paths after that war in order to repair the Shinobi World world!"
At this point, he glanced at Orochimaru, whose expression remained unchanged.
He knew that even if this disciple heard this, he wouldn't believe it.
And they wouldn't believe that after hearing these things, they would utter a prophecy of trust!
So Hiruzen Sarutobi revealed the reason that had led him to believe it. "The Great Sage gave me Scroll that allows the people of Konoha to make contracts with any Toad in the Toad Clan, as long as the Toad agrees."
"Furthermore, the Great Immortal will contact the other two great Sacred Land to request corresponding support from them as well."
When Orochimaru heard what was said in front of him...
He simply felt that he had broadened his horizons and developed a certain interest in those topics.
These two subsequent sentences from Hiruzen Sarutobi helped Orochimaru understand why his teacher believed in prophecies.
Because when those two sentences were uttered, his trust in the prophecy increased immeasurably!
At this point, he understood exactly what he needed to do after the teacher explicitly granted him permission!
Seeing his disciple's expression turn serious, Hiruzen Sarutobi knew that the other party had made up his mind.
He nodded slightly and didn't say anything more. That forbidden Ninjutsu was very powerful, but it couldn't be elevated to a strategic level until it was successfully mastered.
At present, the disciple in front of me is the one in Konoha who has studied that technique the most.
He provided so much support because he wanted to get a good result from his disciple!
"Squeak!"
The sound of a stool being moved rang out as he looked at the two disciples in front of him.
Wearing a straw Hiruzen Sarutobi said earnestly in a pleading tone, "Teacher has a favor to ask of you two."
"We hope you can record some information from the two Sacred Land, especially information about the summoned beasts you haven't signed contracts with."
"What do they like, what do they dislike, what are their personalities like, and what abilities do they each possess!"
"Only the two of you in the village know about these things. To increase the chances of successfully signing Jonin contracts Jonin, and to strengthen the village's fighting power more quickly, I'm entrusting these things to you!"
After speaking, he bowed slightly to the two people in front of him.
They took over someone else's territory from their two disciples.
You must know that these two Sacred Land were the disciples' forte!
Even if he were the Hokage, he still has to show his attitude first.
"Teacher, you're too kind!" Orochimaru quickly stood up and returned the greeting.
After the teacher finished speaking, he roughly guessed the purpose behind this person telling them these secrets!
However, Orochimaru at this time was only cold on the outside; his heart had not yet reached the coldness of later generations.
The word "peace" held a profound meaning for him, a child who had lost his parents in the war.
That's what he's pursuing!
Otherwise, the previous research and development of that forbidden technique would have been in vain.
He wouldn't rashly explain to the teacher and ask for further details.
However, his vision of peace remained largely buried in his heart, manifesting itself in his daily actions.
The only difference is that Jiraiya, who talks about Child of Prophecy all Tenten time but whose actions are merely a facade!
"Teacher, don't worry, I'll gather the relevant information shortly. I know most of the information about the Toad Clan, and I'll definitely record it all!" Jiraiya quickly stood up and returned the greeting after hearing his teacher's request.
Having heard the reward he wanted, Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled again and nodded slightly.
If he didn't have some ulterior motive, why would he bother talking so much with these two?
While patching up past events, this intelligence was what he really wanted!
The Great Toad Sage mentioned contacting the other two Sacred Land, and from his tone, he knew the other side was confident.
Snakes and Katsuyu —the Katsuyu were something from the Senju lineage; he didn't know if the opponent could succeed.
But the snake, who had chosen one of its own as the contractor from the very beginning, could clearly sense the Great Toad's confidence!
This is why he had both of them prepare intelligence!
After speaking with the two separately, he woke up the Anbu who had also overheard them.
When explaining his plans to find Utatane Koharu and contact Mitokado Homura, he also outlined the timing and pace of spreading the prophecy!
There was no way to salvage the situation since Jiraiya's defeat was too swift and decisive. At this point, prophecy was the best remedy to reverse some of their decline!
Ten days later.
Within its Kisen Island.
I was sitting in the top-floor conference room of the tallest building in the only small town.
In the past few days, we have discussed and confirmed the Daimyō of the contract.
As Uka Senju pushed the contract towards the other side, a smile graced her face as she said, "Mr. Masamae Kamijō, after today, we will officially begin our cooperation."
"If you encounter any further problems, you can contact the mainland at any time through Senju's base here."