Human Puppet

In that dimly lit, secret room, the light was as faint as a candle flickering in the wind.

A boy with an almost bewitchingly beautiful face effortlessly lifted the Third Kazekage's heavy body high with just one arm, then casually tossed it onto the table as if it were a tiny feather.

When the body slammed violently against the hard tabletop, it produced a dull, suppressed sound, instantly stirring up a cloud of dust. These fine particles slowly rose under the dim, yellowish light.

Scorpion gripped the corpse's arm tightly, a fierce hatred flashing in his eyes.

He yanked hard, and in an instant, a heart-wrenching tearing sound rang out, accompanied by gushing blood, like a bright red plum blossom blooming wildly in the dark night, quickly staining the surrounding walls and ground red.

Faced with such a bloody and gruesome scene, Scorpion remained unusually calm. He casually wiped away the bloodstains on his hands, as if the crimson liquid was nothing more than insignificant dust to him, failing to stir any emotion within him.

Scorpion's gaze subtly shifted to the pre-prepared puppet arm, the intricate gears, and the deadly poisonous mist beside him.

A near-manic obsession and burning desire gradually emerged in his eyes, as if these objects were the sole meaning of his life.

He slowly reached out and carefully picked up the puppet's arm, examining it closely. His fingertips gently stroked the exquisite textures, feeling every subtle undulation and change, as if he were savoring a peerless treasure.

He then placed the puppet's arm beside the corpse and began to adjust its angle and position with complete concentration and meticulous care, leaving no flaw unchecked and striving for perfection.

Next, Scorpion carefully picked up the gears and, with extreme caution, installed them onto the various joints of the corpse.

As each gear was precisely inserted, the originally lifeless corpse gradually revealed a unique charm, as if it possessed a mechanical life, while also exuding a chilling and eerie aura.

Scorpion reached for the poison mist again and sprayed it evenly over the corpse.

In an instant, the poisonous mist spread rapidly like a thin veil, tightly enveloping the entire corpse, making it appear even more mysterious, unpredictable, and dangerous.

Indeed, Scorpion is not only skilled at manipulating puppets, but also a hidden master of poison.

However, very few people knew about this classified information.

Every puppet weapon he created was imbued with a unique, highly potent poison that he personally concocted. This poison was extremely potent; any contact with it would immediately penetrate the body and cause fatal consequences.

Once everything was ready, Scorpion stood quietly beside the body, a chilling, eerie smile playing on his lips.

Without a doubt, Scorpion was planning to turn this corpse into his own Real Human Puppet, making it his most powerful and deadly tool.

For Scorpion, making puppets is not just a skill, but an artistic pursuit.

He is the only puppeteer capable of creating Human Puppet, and he can create them while imbued with the deceased's Chakra, allowing his Human Puppet to perfectly preserve all of the deceased's Ninjutsu and Kekkei Genkai.

This is the greatest advantage of Human Puppet, and also what Scorpion is most obsessed with.

He longed to use this method to give the dead a "rebirth" in his hands, to make them his eternal works of art, and to keep them by his side forever.

In Sasori's eyes, the Third Kazekage was an extremely valuable "material." His immense strength and unique Kekkei Genkai would make this Real Human Puppet an unparalleled masterpiece.

Sasori was immersed in his creative world, with only one goal in mind: to transform the corpse of the Third Kazekage into a perfect Real Human Puppet, making it the pinnacle of his artistic career...

And he wanted to dedicate this masterpiece to...

In that dark and silent chamber, Scorpion was completely absorbed in his artistic creation, meticulously sculpting every inch of the Third Kazekage's remains into the perfect Human Puppet of his dreams.

As time quietly passed, fine beads of sweat gradually appeared on Scorpion's forehead, but his gaze grew increasingly intense, and his movements became extremely skillful.

He seems to have isolated himself from the outside world, completely immersed in the art palace he has built, meticulously crafting every detail and striving for perfection.

Finally, several hours passed quietly. Sasori slowly straightened up, gazing at the completely renovated Third Kazekage Human Puppet before him, a satisfied smile curving his lips.

Through his ingenious modifications, the Third Kazekage Human Puppet seemed to be reborn.

Its abdomen has been cleverly modified into a mysterious device, containing a highly venomous steel cable, like a lurking serpent, capable of launching a fatal attack in an instant.

Spiral Slash is embedded in the back and waist; this weapon is incredibly powerful and, in conjunction with the steel cable, delivers a sudden and devastating blow to the enemy.

The back also features a scroll compartment containing various powerful Ninjutsu scrolls, Human Puppet to unleash a variety of techniques such as fire-breathing, Water Release, and Wind Release, making it incredibly versatile in battle.

Most importantly, the "Regeneration Core" installed in his left chest acts like the heart of Human Puppet, continuously providing Chakra to ensure its sustained combat. It can also be transferred to other puppets during battle, greatly enhancing Sasori's tactical flexibility and adaptability.

Scorpion gently unfurled the scroll, his gaze sweeping over the 297 neatly arranged Human Puppet. He felt a surge of pride and accomplishment; each one was the culmination of his hard work, each with its own unique characteristics and abilities.

He laughed happily, the sound echoing in the secret room, yet carrying a chilling undertone.

He then casually tossed the puppet of the Third Kazekage into the scroll. This puppet, known as the "Strongest Kazekage," was just an ordinary item in his eyes.

After finishing all this, Scorpion stretched. The long hours of work had left his body feeling a little tired, but his spirits were unusually high.

Sunlight streamed into the courtyard of the magnificent palace, where Scorpion strolled leisurely, fully enjoying this rare tranquility and pleasure.

At that moment, a ninja suddenly appeared before him, his attitude extremely humble, leaning slightly forward, and whispering, "Honorable sir."

Scorpion abruptly stopped, elegantly tilting his handsome head, a faint, icy smile playing on his lips, his eyes cold and eerie, as if he could see through everything.

"What's up?"

Under Sasori's extremely eerie gaze, the ninja's body trembled slightly.

Scorpion has a strange temper and cruel methods. You can lose your life if you are not careful. He has only been here for a few days, and his men have already taken countless lives.

However, the ninja had no choice but to convey Hanzō's invitation, and said in a strained voice, "Lord Hanzō has been waiting for you for a long time."

Upon hearing this, Scorpion's eyes narrowed slightly, and he straightened his expression. That old guy was inviting him over? This was truly rare.

Could it be...? Countless thoughts flashed through Scorpion's mind, but his face remained expressionless.

"Lead the way!" Scorpion said coldly.

"Yes!" The ninja breathed a sigh of relief and quickly turned to lead the way.

Soon, they arrived at Hanzō's residence. The ninja stopped at the door and respectfully said, "My lord, we have arrived."

Scorpion nodded slightly and went inside. The room was filled with the faint scent of sandalwood. Hanzō was sitting at the head of the table, watching him calmly.