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After explaining everything to Konan and Nagato, Naruto was ready to leave.
This time, his first destination was to pay Obito a visit.
A slight smirk played on Naruto's lips as he recalled the Flying Thunder God mark that his father, Minato, had placed on Obito all those years ago.
Forming the necessary hand seals, Naruto focused on the marking point.
Found it.
His smirk widened. The next moment, his figure flickered and disappeared into Flying Thunder God.
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White Zetsu Army's Secret Base
Obito stood alongside Kabuto, his expression hidden beneath his mask.
"So, this is your so-called secret weapon?" Kabuto asked, his voice laced with intrigue as he gazed at the endless sea of White Zetsu before him.
Obito's cold voice responded, "Over the years, I have cultivated a total of 100,000 White Zetsu soldiers in preparation for the upcoming war."
Kabuto adjusted his glasses, his golden-rimmed lenses reflecting the dim light.
"Hmm... Then I suppose it's time for me to show you some sincerity as well."
Obito's gaze darkened beneath his mask. "And what exactly do you have to offer?"
A sinister smile crept onto Kabuto's lips.
"I can enhance these White Zetsu, making them even more powerful."
Obito scoffed, unimpressed. "And how do you propose to do that?"
Kabuto chuckled. "By utilizing the abilities of a certain someone... Someone who has a natural affinity for Wood Release."
Obito narrowed his eyes beneath his mask. "You mean...?"
Kabuto's smirk widened. "That's right—Yamato of the Hidden Leaf. His Wood Release abilities are the real deal. If we capture him, we can use his genetic structure to strengthen the White Zetsu army."
Obito considered it for a moment. While he himself could use Wood Release due to having Hashirama's cells, he lacked the knowledge and expertise to enhance an entire army.
Kabuto's proposition had merit.
The Snake Sage continued, "And that's not all—I also possess the power of Edo Tensei. I can reincarnate powerful shinobi from the past, turning them into immortal warriors who will fight for us."
Obito's eyes flickered with interest, but his voice remained skeptical. "Who exactly do you intend to resurrect?"
Kabuto smirked. "Many famous ninjas from history, including some former Akatsuki members... like Uchiha Itachi."
Obito's grip tightened.
Itachi...
But Kabuto wasn't done.
"Oh, and one more thing... I have a rather strong interest in Uchiha Sasuke as well."
Obito's body tensed.
"What is it with you snakes and your obsession with Sasuke?" Obito growled.
Kabuto's grin turned predatory. "Don't be so hostile, Obito. After all, you and I are both shinobi who seek the truth of this world."
Obito scoffed. "You're nothing like me."
Kabuto ignored the remark and formed a hand seal.
"Let me show you something interesting."
A coffin suddenly rose from the ground, its wooden surface etched with sealing marks.
BANG!
The lid slammed open, revealing the figure inside.
Obito's breath hitched, and for the first time in years, his body trembled slightly.
Kabuto's smirk deepened.
"Surprised, are we?"
Inside the coffin lay a man with spiky black hair, his Rinnegan still dormant, his expression cold even in death.
Uchiha Madara.
Obito clenched his fists so tightly that his nails bit into his palms.
Damn it...! How the hell did he get Madara's body?!
Kabuto's voice dripped with amusement.
"It took me quite some effort to track down his remains. I must say, the results were worth it."
Obito's masked face turned toward Kabuto. His tone was dangerously low.
"You… you bastard..."
Kabuto crossed his arms. "Oh? Is that any way to talk to a valued ally?"
Obito's mind raced. If Kabuto had Madara's real body, then his entire deception was now at risk.
He had always claimed to be Madara in order to manipulate others. But if Kabuto revealed the truth, his entire plan could collapse.
He took a deep breath, then let out a chuckle.
"Very well."
Obito reached up and removed his mask, revealing his true face.
His single Sharingan glowed ominously in the dim light.
"My real name is Uchiha Obito."
Kabuto's golden eyes flashed with intrigue.
"Oh? So you finally admit it?"
Obito placed his mask back on and said coldly, "Since we're being honest with each other, let's make this official—we will cooperate."
A twisted smirk stretched across Kabuto's lips.
"Good. That's the answer I wanted to hear."
The war was brewing. And both of them were ready.
But just as Kabuto was about to speak again, an unfamiliar voice cut through the darkness.
"You don't need to worry about the Rinnegan—I'll return it when I'm done with it."
Both men snapped to attention instantly.
"Who's there?!" Obito barked.
From the shadows, a pair of calm, piercing eyes opened.
Slowly, a figure emerged from the darkness.
His golden hair shimmered under the dim light, and his black cloak swayed slightly.
A confident smirk played on his lips.
It was none other than Uzumaki Naruto.
Obito and Kabuto tensed, their bodies instinctively preparing for battle.
Naruto gazed at them with an almost casual expression.
"Yo."
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To Be Continued...
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