Sasori naturally didn't know he was being targeted.
While dealing with that batch of defective products and making a pile of low-grade figurines, Sasori naturally heard about the war between Konoha and Kumogakure.
Sasori, who planned to change locations after finishing his current task, naturally heard the news again once he was done.
Kumogakure was defeated, and after watching the video and seeing Yuuki's ultimate move, Sasori naturally knew that there was probably nothing left of that Battlefield.
"Sigh, there's no other way. I can only guard this barren dungeon and barely make a living."
Two days later, Sasori once again infiltrated the Konoha camp and brought out some ordinary goods.
After returning to a hidden cave, Sasori once again became a craftsman.
The Shadow Clone had already brought everyone to the Konoha camp.
Many Ninja were very confused. "Aren't we here to pursue that mysterious person? What are we doing at this camp?"
The Shadow Clone didn't explain the subordinates' confusion and found the Uchiha clan member stationed there.
"Tell everyone the specifics. What's the situation?"
"Yes, Clan Leader!"
Immediately, this Uchiha clan member began his narration.
"After the war with Hidden Mist ended and the Clan Leader returned with a large number of Ninja, it wasn't a few days before the camp's corpse disposal unit discovered that a portion of the Ninja corpses had suddenly gone missing."
"Because Ninja corpses are worth a lot of money on the black market, some people thought it might be the Ninja from the corpse disposal unit stealing from their own ranks."
"Immediately, we began a self-inspection of the entire corpse disposal unit and found no abnormalities!"
At this moment, Kakashi, who had been standing by, suddenly interrupted and asked, "How did you confirm that the corpse disposal unit had no problems? Did you only use genjutsu interrogation?"
This Uchiha Ninja didn't answer, but instead turned to look at the Shadow Clone.
Only after the Shadow Clone nodded did he open his mouth to answer the question.
"Of course not just that. Not only genjutsu interrogation, but also checking their personal belongings. No sealing scrolls were found."
"And to add, because of the special nature of their work, all Ninja in the corpse disposal unit have never been taught summoning jutsu."
The Shadow Clone nodded, then spoke, "Continue. What makes you think this is related to the mysterious person?"
The following words were naturally agreed upon by Yuuki and that Uchiha Ninja, as one couldn't be too blatant about doing their own private work.
Fortunately, Yuuki's previous efforts to prevent Obito from showing off were a happy accident.
It just so happened that no one knew who Obito was. Since he was so mysterious, it would be easy to connect him to the mysterious person by just making up some things.
As for finally discovering it wasn't him, there was nothing that could be done. The mysterious person was truly too mysterious. After causing trouble in the Ninja World for so long, he had only recently shown a few clues.
It was understandable to find the wrong target once, twice, or even eight or ten times, right?
The Uchiha Ninja continued to fabricate the story.
"Because the mysterious person possesses our clan's Sharingan, and our clan's Sharingan has almost never been leaked, except for the cases of Ninja who died on the Battlefield and whose bodies could not be recovered."
When this Uchiha Ninja said this, he looked a bit embarrassed, clearly unaccustomed to such blatant flattery, especially with Kakashi right there.
And Kakashi also looked somewhat awkward, his gaze beginning to wander.
Seeing this, the Shadow Clone quickly began to speak, "It's fine, no need to hide anything. Kakashi's Sharingan was allowed to be held by me."
"And Danzo's Sharingan, according to the information, was secretly collected by Danzo from the Battlefield!"
After the Shadow Clone's words, the Uchiha Ninja continued, "That's right, except for these two situations, our Sharingan has never been leaked!"
"Therefore, I suspect that the reason the mysterious person possesses the Sharingan is definitely because he secretly collected them from previous Battlefields."
"So I started paying extra attention to the situation of Ninja corpses in the camp, and as a result, corpses were stolen after the Clan Leader left!"
"This timing coincidence makes me suspect that the mysterious person is the one stealing the corpses."
"Apparently, the mysterious person has a special jutsu that allows him to gain some benefit from corpses!"
"Above are all my thoughts, Clan Leader."
The Uchiha Ninja finally finished his lines. This analysis was full of loopholes and seemed very far-fetched, but it wasn't entirely impossible.
The Shadow Clone was very satisfied with the Uchiha clan member's performance. "Good, good."
"The matter of you speaking ill of the main body at the clan meeting before is now in the past. Indeed, after some time of experience outside, you've grown a lot."
"I will find a way to persuade the main body, and you will be able to return to Konoha soon."
As soon as the Uchiha clan member finished speaking, the Ninja who had accompanied Yuuki fell into contemplation.
Seeing this situation, the Shadow Clone said grandly, "Everyone has understood the situation. Let's all discuss whether we should continue to investigate."
His words seemed very democratic, as if differing opinions would be fully considered.
In reality, as long as Yuuki didn't say anything, no one would be able to guess Obito's identity.
With no clues at all, let them discuss all they want.
In the end, wouldn't they still have to honestly follow Yuuki's arrangements and capture Sasori?
"After hearing that, it actually makes some sense!"
"It does make some sense, but I always feel like something isn't quite right!"
"Why don't you tell me what's not right? You're actually doubting the judgment of our Uchiha Clan Ninja!"
"I can't put my finger on it, but it just feels a little off."
"Are you scared? If you're scared, you don't have to go on the mission later."
"Who said I'm scared? Aren't we discussing? When did we say we definitely had to act?"
"If we don't act, where do you suggest we find clues about the mysterious person?"
"....."
The discussion among the group did not affect the true judgment of a few individuals.
Kakashi remained silent, only secretly glancing at the Shadow Clone.
"This is your true purpose, isn't it, Captain Yuuki!"
Kakashi, who would later become Hokage and had been known as a genius since childhood, was not always led astray by Might Guy. After a brief analysis, he guessed Yuuki's intentions.
However, Kakashi, who had experienced many things, was clearly a smart person and would not actively voice his suspicions to undermine the plan.
The young Itachi also clearly felt that this speculation was too unreliable.
However, being a person of little influence and burdened with a mission, he remained silent, only constantly analyzing Yuuki's true purpose.
Kisame listened to the enthusiastic discussion of the group. Although not particularly intelligent, Kisame, with his information advantage, found it very amusing to watch the group argue back and forth.
"Mr. Madara, this must be why you've hidden yourself for so many years. The feeling of quietly observing scene after scene of farcical performances is truly intoxicating."
It was one of the few pleasures in this absurd world. Kisame, who considered himself a person behind the scenes, felt spiritually satisfied.
As for Zabuza, well, at this moment, Zabuza was happily arguing with a group of people!
After a short while longer, everyone finally reached a consensus: This corpse-stealing guy was worth investigating!
The Shadow Clone, who already knew the outcome, clapped his hands.
"After everyone's discussion, since you all think it's worth investigating, then let's begin!"
"Yes, Captain!"
Everyone responded excitedly, but then froze in place.
"Investigate? How do we investigate?"
Seeing the Ninja at a loss, the Shadow Clone immediately began to give orders.
He divided the people into multiple small teams, gradually searching the surroundings for any possible traces.
It wasn't that he expected them to be of much use; the main purpose was to send Itachi, that traitor, and Kisame, who was uncertain if he was a traitor, away.
The Shadow Clone specifically left Kakashi and Zabuza, estimating that with these two, even if they couldn't defeat Sasori, holding him off for a while shouldn't be a problem.
Seeing everyone disperse and begin their actions, the Shadow Clone smiled at Kakashi.
"Let's get going too. I'll be relying on you next, Senior Kakashi."
The Shadow Clone remembered Kakashi's dogs, which were no less skilled than the Inuzuka Clan's Ninja dogs.
Sasori's unique body structure meant his scent would surely be quite distinctive, so Kakashi's Ninja dogs had a good chance of finding his tracks.
Kakashi naturally understood Yuuki's meaning, formed hand signs, and slammed his hands on the ground.
Immediately, a Ninja dog appeared before the three of them.
This was a yellow pug, wearing purple clothes and a Konoha forehead protector.
It was Pakkun, who liked to show off in front of children.
As soon as Pakkun appeared, he immediately complained, "Kakashi, where did you bring me? There's a strong smell of decaying corpses!"
Kakashi said apologetically, "I'm really sorry, Pakkun, but I'll have to trouble you."
"Tch, remember not to forget my reward! Two bags of beef-flavored dog food!"
"No problem, Mr. Pakkun, right? Let's get to work!"
The Shadow Clone directly interrupted the conversation between the man and the dog.
Pakkun wasn't very strong, but he had a short temper. He was about to scold the person who interrupted his intimate moment with Kakashi.
When he turned his head, he saw the smiling Shadow Clone and immediately shut his mouth.
"Alright, right away!"
Clearly, Yuuki's reputation was not only spreading throughout the Ninja World but also beginning to spread in the summoning world.
"Then, we'll trouble you, Mr. Pakkun!"
The Shadow Clone thanked him with a smile that made one feel like they were basking in a spring breeze.
"No trouble at all, no trouble at all!"
Immediately, Pakkun began to work seriously.
Kakashi looked at this scene, a little confused. "Isn't Pakkun my Ninja dog?"
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