Orochimaru didn't have to wait long for the chance he wanted. Obito quickly found Orochimaru.
To find Orochimaru, Obito crossed most of the ninja world. Luckily, he could move through space himself, so he could arrive at the South Sea so quickly.
Orochimaru was a bit surprised by Obito's arrival. From Nagato, Orochimaru had learned some of Obito and Black Zetsu's identities. They were also part of the world resistance, but Obito and Black Zetsu were true terrorists.
But Obito and Black Zetsu never thought Orochimaru was a good person either. Currently, the World Government considers three people to be likely to destroy the world: Orochimaru, Dark, and Shanks.
Compared to these three, it's hard to say who is really a terrorist taking revenge on the world.
But one thing is certain: they are not enemies.
Orochimaru does terrible things. Obito and Black Zetsu have never done anything good. They're both equally bad.
And more importantly, Obito brought another message.
"The World Government is planning to attack the Land of Demons?"
"It is said that the ruler of the Land of Demons is a witch. The witch has the power to see the future, and seems to have very strong Observation Haki.
Also, besides the witch, the Land of Demons has records of the ancient demon, Moryo. It seems that the World Government has noticed some ancient powers that they need to control, and that's why they made this decision."
Amado explained. Hiruko on the side started looking through documents, but there was no related record in the documents at all.
"It seems to be buried history. The records on the immortal side will be clearer.
But since the World Government is taking action, it means the decision was made by the Five Elders.The Five Elders represent the five major ninja villages. It seems more like a..."
"Sharing of benefits."
Amado nodded.
"The Five Elders are the public representatives of the world, but they actually represent the power of the Ninshu Sect. But now the World Government needs to gather all powers together.
The Golden Lion of ancient times could become one of the Four Emperors, so the power of the Land of Demons can also be given to the major ninja villages. This is just the beginning."
"Being able to bring these things out shows the World Government's determination."
Amado analyzed.
Normally, the world's nobles would never release this kind of thing. If this were two years ago, it would be impossible.
But Shanks' appearance forced everyone to do this. If you don't have enough courage and determination, then just die.
Who has time to play village fights with you? How can you compete with me if you're just playing village fights?
In two years, they directly forced a group of people playing village fights to resist the times. As for those who don't have the strength, courage, or luck?
Most of them have already sunk to the bottom of the sea.
"Saying it's the World Government's determination is not as good as saying it's the determination of the person above the Five Elders."
Orochimaru grinned.
The Five Elders are the representatives of the ninja villages and the public leaders of the World Government. But above the Five Elders, the "Master Genichi" who never interferes, but whose every appearance sets the tone for the World Government, is the real king.
"But since that person is doing this, and the World Government has already started to act, it means he doesn't have much time left."
"But, if we're going to work together, what can you provide? Just Gato probably isn't enough."
Orochimaru looked at Obito. Gato's actions could indeed hold back the World Government's power, but Orochimaru didn't want to do business with Gato.
Because Gato is just a pawn, although this pawn has his own ideas and is very valuable.
"The person behind you... Uchiha Madara, right?"
Hearing Orochimaru's words, Obito nodded.
"If you're afraid of Madara's power..."
"Afraid?"
Orochimaru's powerful eyes stared at Obito. The ninja Obito and the pirate-like Orochimaru were completely different levels.
"The pride of the Uchiha Clan is really confusing. Uchiha Madara is just an ordinary genius of the old era.
He doesn't even have the power to turn history around or make the immortals show up. Why would I be afraid of him?"
"It's just... with your power, it's enough to deal with the five major ninja villages, but I hope you can attract the attention of some immortals.
As a trade, you can ask for anything you want."
Orochimaru's eyes showed arrogance. In the past, he might have valued Hashirama and Madara's power, but now it seems like that's all it is.
Now, he has the right to look down on those "seniors."
Obito was slightly annoyed by Orochimaru's words.
"You're really arrogant... Our plan is to get all the tailed beasts' chakra and steal the power of the Sage of Six Paths from it. What? Can you get it?"
"Sage of Six Paths?"
"You..."
Hearing Obito's words, Hiruko, Amado, and the others showed a hint of surprise on their faces.
Hamura Ryu even opened his mouth wide, then silently covered his mouth.
Even Orochimaru's face showed a moment of shock.
But he wasn't shocked that Obito wanted to use the tailed beasts' chakra to steal the power of the Sage of Six Paths. He was shocked that they had just found out that the Sage of Six Paths was still alive, and you're already saying that you want to take the Sage of Six Paths' power through the tailed beasts.
Are you stealing? He's still alive and well. Are you robbing him in broad daylight? What's the difference between that and finding death?
Obito could only smile at the crowd's reaction. He expected this kind of reaction. After all, this plan was a little too big.
Especially with the appearance of the World Government and the constant emergence of immortals, the Sage of Six Paths' identity and status have been rising.
"Is this reason enough?"
Obito's tone was cold. An ordinary Madara really couldn't accomplish anything in this era, but the power of the Sage of Six Paths was completely different.
"How confident are you?"
Orochimaru crossed his arms, his eyes shining.
"Ninety percent confident. We just need to get the tailed beasts' chakra, no matter how much."
"I have everything here except for the Nine Tails' chakra."
Orochimaru waved his hand. Kidomaru walked to the back of the cabin, and soon, several huge chakra storage devices were brought out.
These things were used to produce White Zetsu and aren't seen on the market, but Orochimaru is the overlord of the South Sea, so it's normal for him to have these things.
And it's normal for ninja villages to sell tailed beast chakra.
"Is the Three Tails' chakra here too?"
Obito was a bit surprised that the Three Tails' chakra was here. After all, the Three Tails had died.
"The Three Tails was revived not long ago. The dragon vein's explosion greatly shortened the revival time of the tailed beasts. The Eight Tails is the same.
But since you only need the chakra, then I don't need to provide you with information about the tailed beasts."
Orochimaru said coldly.
The Three Tails' revival wasn't a big deal. The Three Tails belonged to Kirigakure, and after being revived, it was sent to the Land of Water by the World Government and returned to Kirigakure.
As the weakest of the five major ninja villages, the World Nobles allowed Kirigakure some special rights.
As for Konoha and Kumogakure's special rights? That's entirely because these two villages are strong enough to have special rights.
The remaining Sunagakure Village and Iwagakure Village are difficult to deal with. Even Sunagakure Village's reanimated First Kazekage and Second Kazekage can only hide their identities.
"As for the Nine Tails' chakra? If you can't even get the Nine Tails' chakra, then you don't have the value to live, let alone steal the power of the Sage of Six Paths."
Orochimaru sneered.
Obito, wearing a mask, ignored Orochimaru's taunt and directly sucked the chakra storage devices into his Kamui space.
"Space-time ninjutsu? Very good, but it's probably not enough to deal with immortals."
"The First Hokage, Second Hokage, Third Hokage, and Fourth Hokage will also go with you.
I hope you can really do what you say."
Orochimaru said calmly.
This caught Obito off guard.
"It seems you have your own plans and want us to hold back the enemy for you."
"Not just the enemy, it's best to attract the guardians of the World Government."
Orochimaru laughed. That's why he would help with this.
And that's not enough. It's best to have the guardians of the World Government summon the celestial country on earth.
The moment the power of the celestial country on earth fluctuates will be the best time for Orochimaru to kill Master Genichi.
Of course, it's not that Orochimaru looks down on these people. These people alone aren't enough to make the immortals of the celestial country on earth put in so much effort.
What Orochimaru really wants is for Obito to attract the Sage of Six Paths. That way, he'll be ninety percent sure of killing Genichi.
Plus, Orochimaru's side has already prepared a large number of reanimated ninjas and is waiting for the New World War, then he'll attack the ninja world with the Revolutionary Army.
But now it seems that this war needs to be brought forward.
"Orochimaru-sama, let me go too."
Kimimaro, who had been silent, spoke up. Normally, he wouldn't actively ask to do these things.
"Kimimaro, we have other things to do.
Let Kabuto go alone for this. We'll wait for Kabuto to return."
Orochimaru refused.
Orochimaru couldn't send his main force to the ninja world. It was too dangerous.
Kabuto is okay. Kabuto's fighting power isn't great, but his ability to survive is definitely no problem.
"Orochimaru-sama..."
Even though Orochimaru had clearly stated his position, Kimimaro still stubbornly requested.
Orochimaru stared at Kimimaro. Kimimaro was still extremely firm. He wasn't trying to escape, but rather to grow.
"It's very dangerous."
"I know..."
Kimimaro nodded.
"I mean... come back alive. After all, with your captain's current status, it would be embarrassing to ask Tsunade to save you again."
A touch of warmth appeared on Orochimaru's dignified face.
Orochimaru definitely trusted Kimimaro one hundred percent. He also knew that Kimimaro had never disobeyed him.
But before Kimimaro, there was another young genius named "White."
So young, yet already possessing the wisdom of a overlord, possessing that kind of spirit.
And more importantly...
White can completely become Shanks' successor.
White doesn't have Shanks' outrageous spirit and arrogance, nor does he have Shanks' terrifying plans and wisdom.
But there's one thing that White Zetsu is qualified for.
That is White's character. White's character is absolutely trusted by everyone, especially on the battlefield, White's kindness is his weakness, but also a guarantee of his character.
This is where he is consistent with Shanks.
And Orochimaru knew why Kimimaro wanted to go to the ninja world.
That kind of big battlefield is the best place to sharpen Kimimaro, but it's also the most dangerous.
"I understand, master!"
Kimimaro nodded carefully.
"In that case, go with Kabuto after Kabuto returns."
Orochimaru didn't say anything more. Since Kimimaro wanted to go, then go.
If he had to choose a successor within the pirate group, Kimimaro would undoubtedly be the most suitable.
After Obito left, Amado also prepared to say goodbye.
"That White kid is really putting a lot of pressure on the younger generation.
Aren't you worried about him?"
"Instead of worrying about Kimimaro, you might as well worry about Gato?"
"Gato? I don't know about others, but that guy won't die on this kind of battlefield, especially if his things are fine, but they're directly taken by the World Government.
That guy will really fight the World Government to the death."
Amado answered with a smile.
"Also, there are people from the Revolutionary Army in the Land of Snow. The Revolutionary Army shouldn't miss this action in the Land of Demons."
After Amado finished speaking, he drove the submarine and dived into the sea.
Orochimaru looked at the disappearing Amado. He learned some things about the celestial country on earth from Amado, and Amado learned some things about the East Sea and the celestial country on earth from Orochimaru.
It's almost time to go back.
He knew almost everything he needed to know. As for what he didn't know?
"Orochimaru... being too arrogant might not be a good thing. Uchiha Madara, I remember Shanks mentioning that person."
Amado remembered that Shanks had indeed mentioned him.
Although he didn't say it specifically, Shanks' evaluation of Uchiha Madara was also very high. He was a powerful person in all aspects.
Even someone who made Shanks feel threatened.
It's just that that person was trapped by his own vision, unable to see the road ahead. After his vision was opened, he found that his life was already coming to an end.
Compared to the strong people of this era, Uchiha Madara is indeed not strong enough.
But that's not because he's really weak, but because the times are different. As for Shanks.
"Although that guy says he doesn't have enough talent, he doesn't work that hard, and the only difference between him and others is his vision."
"But it is precisely because of this vision and perspective, which are the most top-notch in this world, that he can be so powerful."
Amado didn't know what to say about his captain.
A long-term vision and perspective, and that admirable spirit, are the talents that make everyone unreachable.
On the other side, the five major ninja villages were also preparing frantically. After this World Government meeting, they would also set off. They still had some time to rest.
On Konoha's side, Naruto and Sasuke had also returned to rest.
Shikamaru, Choji, Neji, Tenten, Lee, and Guy had also returned from the front lines.
After so long, it was time to rest.
And the group that had just returned to the village immediately noticed a new young boy in the village, the blind "Toneri."
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