"Really, Obito- senpai? Your expression is very suspicious!" Even a fool wouldn't be fooled by Obito's stiff expression, so how could he be fooled? Therefore, he narrowed his eyes and asked, feigning suspicion.
In truth, he knew the whole story perfectly well. He was just intimidating Obito. Only in this way could he make Obito mature faster and learn to hide his true feelings to deceive others, such as Black Zetsu.
He had put a lot of thought into Obito's future, and once Obito had fully accepted everything Madara had to offer, he was determined to get as much benefit as possible from Obito.
Obito, nearly wetting himself under Kōki's suspicious gaze, quickly composed himself and changed the subject, saying, "There's nothing suspicious about it. It's Kōki, your presence here is much stranger. Shouldn't you be on the battlefield in Kirigakure?"
"Oh, it's like this. I received a mission. After passing by here, my Sensory Ninjutsu detected the scene of the battle between the Light Organization and Madara Uchiha that you mentioned. Then I fought with the guys from the Light Organization. They didn't seem to want to get involved with me, so they told me some things, including that some Konoha Ninja were being held hostage by some strange guys. Therefore, in order to rescue the hostage Konoha Ninja, I released those guys from the Light Organization. After that, I found you being carried by the white guy nearby, and then I rescued you."
"I see. So, Kōki, what did the people from the Light Organization tell you?" After hearing Kōki's words, Obito breathed a sigh of relief, but immediately became somewhat flustered, fearing that the information given by the Light Organization might have exposed the secrets of the Uchiha Clan.
"They told me why Madara Uchiha saved you, and about the Eye of the Moon Plan you mentioned before."
"Why did you save me? The Eye of the Moon Plan?" Obito, somewhat puzzled.
"That's right. I heard from the Light Organization that Madara saved you mainly to make you his puppet, to have you carry out the Eye of the Moon Plan for him. They say Madara has already planned to twist your beliefs, corrupt you, and then make you work for him wholeheartedly."
Hearing this, Obito became anxious. He felt that the Eye of the Moon Plan was closely related to his recent nightmare, so he asked urgently, "What kind of plan is it? And what exactly is this Eye of the Moon Plan?"
" The Light Organization didn't specify the exact plan that led to your downfall, but they did mention something about the Eye of the Moon Plan. The Eye of the Moon Plan involves projecting an unknown technique onto the moon, trapping everyone in the world in Genjutsu Genjutsu to achieve its purpose. To complete this plan, we first need to collect the Nine Tailed Beasts Nine Tailed Beasts unite them under the influence of something called the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path. Only then can we achieve this goal. However, the Light Organization didn't tell me what the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path, nor did they explain the technique itself. So, there are some things I'm confused about. That's why I'm asking you."
After Kōki finished speaking, Obito froze, because he realized that what Kōki said was very similar to many scenes in his nightmares.
In his nightmare, he killed Rin under Madara's plan, awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, and also killed Minato-sensei and Kushina. Then, following Madara's instructions, he worked hard to collect the Tailed Beast and finally launched a massive war, causing the people of the Shinobi World to suffer from the ravages of war.
The purpose of doing all this is to implement a plan called the Eye of the Moon Plan.
Could it be that everything in my nightmare was a prophecy, foreshadowing that I would truly become a sinner in the Shinobi World?
The thought of his final fate sent chills down Obito.
Obito, however, failed to notice that Kōki, standing beside him, had taken in the terrified expression on his face and was giving him a meaningful look, with a hint of smugness in his eyes.
Kōki's expression is because Obito's nightmares are largely related to Kōki.
Kōki had been thinking about how to make Obito a spy for Black Zetsu.
However, no matter how you look at it, you can't escape Obito's overly naive personality.
Therefore, the first step is to modify Obito, making him less naive.
The best and fastest way to shape a personality is through Genjutsu.
Using a realistic Genjutsu, Obito was made to experience pain, while simultaneously being told that everything he had was part of Madara Uchiha's conspiracy.
Once Obito realizes his mistake, he will willingly become his spy planted next to Black Zetsu.
Fortunately, his Genjutsu skills were not weak. Combined with the Genjutsu that Aizen had already placed on Obito, he created a scenario for Obito that might happen in the future of the Shinobi World, in order to make him realize the truth.
Judging from Obito's current performance, his Genjutsu is very effective, causing Obito to waver in his belief in what is within the Genjutsu.
But that's not enough; he still needs to give it a push.
"Since you haven't made any further discoveries, Obito, let's go back to Konoha. Kakashi and Rin-senpai will be happy to see you. However, you might have to wait a little while to see them, as they've been dispatched to Kirigakure on a mission and may not be back for a few days. You can meet up then."
When Obito heard Kōki say that, his body suddenly trembled.
He remembered that Rin's mission this time was a trap set by Madara, and Rin and Kakashi were in danger.
The thought of his beloved and comrades being in danger made Obito unable to sit still. He immediately shouted excitedly, " Kōki, Rin and Kakashi are in danger! Take me to them quickly, or it will be too late!"
However, unlike the excited Obito, Kōki showed no intention of moving, instead looking at him with a strange expression.
" Obito- senpai, what are you talking about? What do you mean Rin-senpai is in danger? They're only on a regular B-Rank Mission. With Kakashi- senpai, a Jonin, there's no way anything could go wrong. Besides, Kakashi- senpai and the others haven't even left yet; they probably haven't even reached the mission location, and the mission hasn't even started. Obito- senpai, aren't you being too nervous? You're starting to talk nonsense."
Seeing that Kōki remained unmoved, Obito was getting anxious and almost blurted out what had happened in his dream, but he quickly stopped himself.
Because what happened in his dream was just a dream, it wasn't a valid reason at all, and it couldn't convince Kōki.
Another issue is that many things in his dreams are inexplicable. For example, why would he help Madara, attack Konoha, and start the Fourth Shinobi World War? How could he possibly explain these things?
But he couldn't leave Rin and Kakashi unattended, so he spoke again, " Kōki, Kakashi and Rin are really in danger. Please believe me."
This time, Obito's expression was very sincere, hoping to convince Kōki.
How could such simple words persuade Kōki, especially since Kōki was doing it on purpose and there was no way she would agree?
"I'm sorry, Obito- senpai. I know you're worried because you haven't seen Kakashi- senpai and the others, but please rest assured, if anything happens to Kakashi- senpai, he will definitely call for help, and Minato- senpai or I will definitely go to his aid."
Hearing Kōki's words, Obito looked resentful. He didn't believe Kōki at all, because he had already foreseen the outcome of this mission in his nightmares: Minato or Kōki hadn't rescued Kakashi and the others at all.
"Fine, since you're unwilling, I'll go myself. I must find Kakashi and the others no matter what."
After saying that, regardless of the late hour and his injuries, he trembled as he prepared to head towards the Kirigakure Battlefield. But before he could take a single step, he collapsed to the ground due to his physical condition.
However, he did not give up. Even though cold sweat was pouring down his forehead, he gritted his teeth and stood up.
Looking at the indomitable Obito, Kōki said helplessly, " Obito- senpai, let's not even talk about whether you can reach the battlefield in your current state. Even if you do manage to reach the battlefield, what good will it do? Your current situation will not only add to the burden of Kakashi- Kakashi and the others, but will also help them."
I think your top priority right now is to go back to Konoha to recover from your injuries. Also, Obito- senpai, why are you insisting that Kakashi- senpai's mission might go wrong?
Kōki feigned a puzzled expression as he looked at Obito.
Upon hearing Kōki's question, Obito's face showed a conflicted expression, but in the end, Kakashi and Rin's weight prevailed.
He realized that prophecy was just prophecy after all; what mattered more now was Kakashi and the others.
After a moment of silence, Obito took a deep breath, stopped struggling to get up, and looked up at Kōki.
" Kōki, then I'll be frank. Actually, Madara told me that Rin and Kakashi are in danger, a life-or-death situation. He also said that if I can't save Rin and awaken my Mangekyō Sharingan, I can join his ranks and help him complete the Eye of the Moon Plan. In exchange, he will revive Rin."
Madara had never actually told him any of this; he learned it from a dream. But now, in order to convince Kōki, he could only use Madara's words to say these things.
But how could such a little trick fool Kōki? However, he didn't expose him, but instead pretended to be puzzled and asked, "Wait, Obito, what do you mean by the Mangekyō Sharingan? Why did Madara ask you to find him after you Mangekyō Sharingan?"
He definitely knew about the Mangekyō Sharingan, and he even had the Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan, but as a child of about ten years old, even if he was powerful, there were still some things that he couldn't know.
When Obito heard Kōki ask this question, he was stunned for a moment, and then he immediately realized what was going on.
He thought that the Mangekyō Sharingan was indeed very famous, but that was many years ago.
Even within the Uchiha Clan, few people know about the Mangekyō Sharingan, let alone those outside the Uchiha Clan.
Currently, most people in Konoha who know about the Mangekyō Sharingan are clan leaders or high-ranking officials of Konoha; it's not known among ordinary ninjas at all, so it's normal that Kōki doesn't know it.
After thinking it through, he explained, " The Mangekyō Sharingan is a higher evolution of the Uchiha Clan's Three-Tomoe Sharingan. Once an Uchiha Clan member awakens the Mangekyō Sharingan, they will possess power comparable to Kage Level shinobi."
However, the conditions for awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan are extremely demanding. It requires the Uchiha ninja to experience various negative emotions such as despair, heartache, and anger. Only in this way is it possible to awaken the Mangekyō Sharingan.
I think Madara probably valued my strength after I Mangekyō Sharingan, which is why he sent me to find him after I awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan.
After listening, Kōki said with a sudden realization, "I see, then I think I understand. In other words, Madara Uchiha saved you because he valued your talent and hoped that you could go and help him after awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan, becoming the executor of his Eye of the Moon Plan."
"But this proves one thing: Madara Uchiha had actually been eyeing you for a long time, Obito- senpai."
Obito was puzzled by Kōki's explanation. " Kōki, why would you say that?"
Obito was curious. Why did Kōki think that Madara had been watching him for a long time? If he had known, his appearance in front of Madara this time would have been purely coincidental.
But Kōki did next made his expression change drastically.
Then Kōki slowly said, " Obito- senpai, didn't you notice that Madara Uchiha's choice of you was actually already decided long ago?"
Think about it. Since you said that awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan is so difficult, and Madara Uchiha is already too old to live much longer, he would definitely choose the person with the best talent and the highest chance of awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan.
Furthermore, Obito, you also said before that to awaken the Mangekyō Sharingan, one needs to experience intense negative emotions such as despair.
So, throughout the entire Uchiha Clan, who else harbors the strongest feelings for Konoha? Isn't it only you, Obito? You've always been helping the old man of Konoha, diligently doing good deeds—doesn't that demonstrate your profound love for Konoha? And didn't you also have an extraordinary bond with Kakashi- senpai and Rin-senpai?
Looking at it this way, if I were Madara Uchiha, I would choose Obito- senpai, because Obito.
To make Obito even more desperate, I could arrange for Obito to witness Kakashi killing Rin, or for Minato to kill Rin.
" Obito- senpai only needs to awaken the Mangekyō Sharingan, and the goal will be achieved. At that point, Obito- senpai will definitely lose hope in Konoha and the Shinobi World, and then he will join Madara Uchiha. In that case, Obito- senpai will only be able to help him complete his plan."
Upon hearing this, Obito stood frozen in place as if struck by lightning.
That's right, Kōki's analysis makes perfect sense. Looking at it this way, he really is the most suitable candidate to carry out the Madara Plan.
In other words, the tragedies in his nightmares were all part of Madara's plan, just waiting for him to foolishly fall into the trap.
Thinking of this, Obito slammed his fist on the ground. After Kōki's analysis, he finally understood the white spot's conspiracy. It turned out that everything about him was being controlled by others, like an unaware puppet being manipulated at will.