Chapter 170: Are You Indra?!

In the Rain Country, Nagato and Konan were quietly drinking tea at a tea house in a border town with Gaara, and they seemed to be waiting for something.

"Why hasn't he/she arrived yet?"

Listening to the pattering rain outside the window, after a while Nagato frowned and said.

"I don't know."

Konan, who was caring for Gaara nearby, heard that, looked around, then shook her head.

"Normally they'd have arrived, but this time's meeting."

"Are you worried?"

Nagato looked up at Konan and asked softly.

"Hmm, a little bit."

Looking at the two in front of him, Nagato, though somewhat displeased, spoke seriously.

Unless the Black Absolute does something personally, it's indeed hard for ordinary people to track Nagato!

But Nagato and the others still feel uneasy; facing someone this powerful, they can hardly be at ease.

With Shadow Release and Light Release intertwined, the White Absolute is truly inescapable for him.

"After all, this time they're meeting the Fifth Hokage, and that guy feels extremely dangerous."

"No need, you shouldn't be that foolish."

Hearing Yuzhi's teasing, Nagato was not to be outdone and replied directly.

"You really chose a hard-to-find spot, but are you sure you're not being followed?"

Konan nodded lightly, not hiding her thoughts.

For a moment the tea house's atmosphere grew tense, but compared with Yuzhi and Hikari's calm, Nagato and Konan were rather solemn.

As for Obito, Yuzhi also has the divine might.

"By the way, your Akatsuki Organization is really interesting; the same person actually has two, which is unexpected."

"My perception isn't weak; I'm not being followed. Of course, if you're uneasy, you can check again."

"At least in my hands there won't be a Uchiha prodigy defecting, nor someone like Danzo."

But what it would take to make the Fifth Hokage act, Nagato doesn't know.

Gaara looked left and right, still a bit confused about the situation and had no idea what was happening.

"Moreover, hasn't the Fifth Hokage already made a deal with that guy? It shouldn't be a big problem."

Yuzhi gently shook his head, looked calmly at Nagato, and spoke.

"Just don't know what they discussed; that damned guy wants to sell the Rain Country to what extent!"

Nagato was annoyed by this feeling of being looked down on, even though he possessed the Rinnegan.

"Don't worry, last time he didn't act, and the chance he'll do something this time is low."

Although now Yuzhi, for the village's benefit, is willing to opt for a degree of reconciliation while holding the stronger position.

He couldn't understand why the Rinnegan would be inferior to the Sharingan, but overthinking is useless; that's just reality.

Unsurprisingly, the Rinnegan must have played a huge role, and Nagato now is different, especially since Obito gave him White Absolute Cells.

Just as he was pondering, the tea house's door in the border town swung open, and two figures wearing conical hats walked in slowly.

The oppression Yuzhi brought was indescribable!

Especially since they were once enemies and had fought at varying levels, they naturally understood how terrifying that pressure could be.

But that's the reality; he still hasn't fully mastered the Rinnegan's power, so naturally he's not a match for Uchiha Haori!

"Do you want me to do something like Danzo? I'm not Danzo, but I'm even harsher."

Yuzhi shook his head indifferently, but having said that, he had already carefully and repeatedly checked the surroundings on his way here.

Konan let out a light hum and replied directly; the remark made Yuzhi pause, but before he could speak, Hikari spoke.

"That wasn't something that happened when I was Clan Leader and Hokage; the past is the past, the present is the present."

Gaara's seal needs to be dealt with, and the best solution is, of course, the Leaf Village's Seal Technique!

This seal, inherited from the Uzumaki Clan, is the pinnacle of Tailed Beast suppression, and most importantly, the Uchiha's Sharingan has a terrifying effect on Tailed Beasts.

The two silhouettes removed their hats, revealing their faces at that moment—Yuzhi and Hikari!

"You should ask why the Leaf Village's Uchiha defection rate is so high."

Yuzhi, possessing all abilities, as the Hokage he could naturally enlist Uzumaki Kushina for help, and with his Sharingan he could also assist from the side.

Besides, he wondered why the two didn't fight upon meeting; after all, he could see that Leaf Village could let them go, but not that guy.

"Could it be that their target is that idiot?"

He knows all too well how troublesome those White Absolutes are; their ultimate concealment ability is unimaginable!

But now Yuzhi isn't afraid of the White Absolute's concealment, since he's filled with the power of Senju ZhuZhang.

The tea house owner looked up, but the next moment his expression became a bit dazed.

He stood up to brew more tea, and after the two silhouettes scanned the tea house, they walked straight to Nagato and Konan's table.

"What about Itachi Uchiha?"

In the original, it seems Nagato didn't have a White Absolute; after his death, Obito had the Black Absolute search for his corpse...

Nagato naturally cursed the mysterious 'Obito'; they came here because of the message that guy delivered.

However, he did notice something: the handsome older brother and sister opposite seemed to be the Leaf Village Hokage and the Hokage's wife?

"Please, tea."

At that moment the owner brought the brewed tea up, and his arrival instantly broke the tension.

"Impressive illusion technique, truly worthy of the Fifth Hokage."

Nagato glanced at the owner, hesitated for a moment, then helplessly said.

If it's Shishui, the effect would be better, but he still needs to stay in Leaf Village to watch over us.

Yuzhi lifted his tea and took a gentle sip, then smiled casually.

After all, no one knows whether you might be exposed, and then some lunatics might do something while I'm not in Leaf Village.

Those lunatics are indeed a trouble.

Xiao Nan nodded, seeming to approve Yuzhi's words, though she hadn't expected Yuzhi to rate Shishui so highly.

Alright, enough idle talk; I think we also need to have a proper discussion.

Yuzhi lightly tapped the table, and calmly looked at Changmen and Xiao Nan as he began.

You're really bold, actually capturing a One Tail jinchuriki, but that's not a big deal; Shayin's group is fickle, so shattering their illusion is fine.

However, their inquiry letters have already reached Leaf Village; they want to ask about your situation, after all Orochimaru is too conspicuous.

What do you want to do?

A hand under the table pressed Changmen, and Xiao Nan immediately spoke.

Or rather, what are you planning to obtain, to help us cover the past.

Yuzhi has already explained everything upon arriving here; even though Xiao Nan doesn't know what Yuzhi discussed with the "mysterious person," she can guess some of it.

Orochimaru, I want one of his techniques.

Yuzhi gently shook his head, glanced at the somewhat nervous Wo Aira beside him, and said.

I'll tell Shayin that we don't know where Orochimaru has gone, and we won't give them any information about you.

For example, this guy can summon six clones, possesses "shared vision," "chakra absorption," a "spirit beast that can split infinitely," and an "invisible spirit beast."

Or something that can wield "gravity" and "repulsion," "seal technique that creates meteor‑like seals," and that monster‑like…

"Enough!"

Changmen couldn't hold back; this guy listed all his abilities like a catalog, leaving him with no secrets at all before him.

He was now utterly frustrated, wondering how his secrets had been exposed so plainly to these people.

Actually, aside from you, we have detailed information on every member of the Akatsuki Organization.

Yuzhi shrugged, and, seeing the rattled Changmen, smiled indifferently.

Even if overwhelming power can render intelligence worthless, when facing powerful individuals, that intel becomes quite interesting.

And Leaf Village has Ziraiye, Tsunade, Kakashi, your senior brother Minato, as well as me, Ying, and Shishui, you say—

What exactly are you trying to convey?

Xiao Nan also felt a bit unable to hold back; this glaring threat was too uncomfortable.

Rest assured, if I really intend to do something, I'd have acted the last time, not now babbling with you here.

Yuzhi tapped the table, smiled, and began.

I won't give any of your information to Shayin, or rather, only those necessary in Leaf Village will know it; everyone else won't learn it.

I want Orochimaru's Cursed Seal; that guy works covertly but has left traces in Leaf Village, and by following the clues we found some interesting things.

Tell him we located that village, we also know those secrets; I think he'll know what to do.

Besides that, to show sincerity, I'll seal the One Tail and ensure it won't cause trouble.

Regarding the Cursed Seal, Leaf Village actually knows nothing, but Orochimaru did leave Cursed Seal traces inside Leaf Village.

Red Bean clearly has a Cursed Seal, and besides that, in Yuzhi's memory, the guy called Shuimu also has a Cursed Seal.

Of course, whether his Cursed Seal was originally there or appeared after drinking some potion is unknowable.

For some petty matters, Yuzhi has no interest in causing trouble; he'd rather deal with them at the source.

"Is that all?"

Xiao Nan and Changmen exchanged glances, their eyes full of disbelief.

Because Yuzhi's terms are so generous, it doesn't seem like the penny‑pinching Hokage at all!

Wo Aira watched Yuzhi curiously; he didn't understand the rest, but he grasped the casual remark about "sealing the One Tail to ensure it won't cause trouble."

But that's a One Tail, and it's his nightmare.

Equal trade; you're not my subordinates, so naturally matters are handled one by one.

Yuzhi shook his head and continued in a mellow tone.

What may seem difficult to you is actually worthless in my eyes.

Naturally I have other matters to discuss with you, but that's another issue.

Of course, if you want to become my subordinates, I'm willing; I think no one besides me would refuse.

Then, what else do you have in mind?

Equal trade?

Changmen and Xiao Nan were a bit surprised; it was their first time hearing such a statement, yet it gave them a strange feeling.

It seems like a kind of respect, right?

Even though that odd feeling arose inside, Xiao Nan, after a moment of contemplation, asked.

Since it's a trade, I think we can also state our demands.

Of course, I'll also give you some of my opinions.

Yuzhi shrugged indifferently, then spoke.

I've obtained some information and need to search for an ancient ruin, but I'm unsure what lies inside or what enemies await me.

Therefore I need powerful allies with me, so I intend to hire you; at least in terms of ability, you've earned my recognition.

"Ancient ruin?"

Changmen's expression turned odd as he raised an eyebrow at Yuzhi.

For a Hokage to still believe this is truly unbelievable.

There are far too many things in this world that you cannot comprehend; there's nothing particularly strange about that.

Yuzhi gently shook his head, then looked at Nagato with a hint of amusement.

It's like your Rinnegan; did you really think it just appeared on you naturally?

Hearing that, Nagato's complexion immediately changed; he had indeed heard similar words before, from Madara Uchiha in another world!

Although that guy's words were vague, Nagato wasn't a fool, and now Yuzhi was so blunt—how could he not feel stunned?

What do you want to say?

Nagato's expression grew somber as he stared at Yuzhi and asked.

What exactly do you know?

I know more than you imagine; of course, as long as you survive the mission's end, this information can serve as a reward.

Yuzhi still wore a teasing smile; the Rinnegan information would be a massive shock to Nagato.

Besides that, when the mission ends I'll settle your payment, and I'll also take a child from Rain Country as a disciple.

As for whose child the disciple is, I don't care; I only care whether he's from Rain Country. I think you should understand what I mean.

Having said that, Yuzhi said no more, for he had spoken everything he needed; the rest depends on what Nagato and Xiao Nan think.

Nagato was now fully tormented, because both Yuzhi and that 'Madara Uchiha' expressed the same point—how could he not feel distressed?

Xiao Nan also clenched her fists, sensing a conspiratorial aura surrounding them.

But Xiao Nan ultimately shook her head, took a deep breath, and said to Yuzhi, "We need to think it over; we can't give an immediate answer."

"Think it over properly, but it'll probably only take a minute."

Yuzhi nodded and smiled unreservedly.

"Because in a minute I can solve the One‑Tail problem, so for you…"

"Time's running out, you know!"

Mid‑sentence, Yuzhi turned his head toward the curious Wo Ai Luo beside him, and in an instant his eyes turned scarlet—

The desert, the sandstorm raging.

One‑Tail roared unrestrained across the desert, ravaging everything.

This is Wo Ai Luo's inner world, unlike Naruto's calm one where the seal, like a prison, firmly confines the Nine‑Tails.

Here, One‑Tail has almost no trouble; aside from being unable to leave, it can do almost anything it wishes!

Know that even Naruto's seal cannot stop Nine‑Tails' chakra from seeping out and affecting Naruto.

One can imagine how terrifying the trouble One‑Tail causes Wo Ai Luo!

And in the desert, Wo Ai Luo's tiny figure, looking at the massive beast not far away, couldn't help but shiver.

He naturally knows where this is and understands what's happening; every time he falls asleep he sees this terrifying beast.

Here, if he's devoured by this beast, his body will be taken over!

For years he couldn't, and wouldn't, fall asleep, because he knows that once he does, he'll be devoured.

And the result of being devoured would be the destruction of the entire village!

No matter how much he does, it seems he's still tightly bound to this monster.

"I feel you, you've come, little brat!"

One‑Tail, mid‑roar, suddenly paused briefly; the next moment its gaze fixed on Wo Ai Luo, and it let out a frenzied roar.

Accompanying its roar, endless sandstorm went wildly, also kicking up dust that filled the sky.

Wo Ai Luo gritted his teeth, watching the massive beast; compared to One‑Tail, he was truly minuscule!

"Don't be afraid, I'm here."

But at that moment Yuzhi's voice suddenly rang out; Wo Ai Luo turned his head and realized the one who brought him here stood right beside him.

He seemed so calm, as if the terrifying One‑Tail didn't even register in his eyes.

One‑Tail at that moment also sensed Yuzhi, the uninvited guest, especially when it saw the Eternal Eye blooming in Yuzhi's gaze; it instantly erupted in fury!

"Damned Uchiha, another Uchiha, die!"

Accompanied by that deafening roar, One‑Tail rushed wildly toward Yuzhi and Wo Ai Luo.

"Run, run, it's too dangerous."

Wo Ai Luo grabbed Yuzhi's sleeve anxiously and said.

"I can try to stall it; you should leave quickly!"

Yuzhi listened to Wo Ai Luo's words and was instantly both amused and exasperated.

He couldn't believe a little brat was actually caring for him.

But he also felt a pang of sentiment, as if the timing to save Wo Ai Luo was just right.

Although that Yashamaru was already dead, and Wo Ai Luo's heart had taken an unprecedented blow, the numbness of the heart doesn't happen in an instant.

Nagato and the others, though unsuited to teach children, should be able to understand Wo Ai Luo's suffering and at least treat the kid kindly.

That's also one of the reasons Yuzhi, besides avoiding Sand Hide trouble, is willing to keep Wo Ai Luo in Rain Country.

Now it seems, on the eve of Wo Ai Luo's complete downfall, he was indeed pulled back a bit; the rest is to properly teach him.

And this kid's inner kindness is striking; after being awakened by Naruto, he even vowed to protect with his life the village that despises him, as evident.

"Don't worry, I said I can solve the problem, so I certainly can; after all, I'm the Hokage."

Yuzhi ignored the charging One‑Tail, smiled and patted Wo Ai Luo's little head, saying.

But his gaze casually swept the surroundings; he sensed Hikari's aura and also detected Nagato's presence.

After all, with such eyes, whatever you want to see can still be seen.

"Look if you want; it's not a big deal anyway."

Yuzhi silently muttered a line, and his chakra kept surging.

"Little guy, remember this: everyone has their own ninja way, and saying and doing it is my ninja way."

"Ninja way. Say it, do it"

Wo Ailuo murmured, but the next instant he realized the situation had changed; the two of them were already soaring upward, wrapped in a thick mass of chakra.

Looking again, they were standing atop a colossal chakra giant, its massive presence suffocating, its despair‑inducing chakra resonating throughout the entire spiritual space!

"Actually, spouting nonsense suits me better."

Yuzhi muttered a quiet complaint in his mind, because he knew Hikari would definitely think that way.

But even if he was daydreaming, the massive Susanoo, under his control, brazenly struck!

Buzz—

With a single slash, Wo Ailuo's entire spiritual space seemed cut in two, the endless sand split cleanly into two halves.

And the One‑Tail, which was charging at Yuzhi and them, was brazenly dismembered at that very moment!

"How is this possible? How can there be such a Susanoo?"

The One‑Tail roared wildly, this power reminding it of someone!

"Who are you? Are you Madara Uchiha?"

Its voice was enormous, echoing wildly throughout the spiritual space, and when it was sliced in half in an instant, it froze again.

The force that swept over it was so pure, and this power felt especially familiar—it had sensed such power a thousand years ago.

Moreover, this power made it recall someone it utterly refused to remember, the very being that, in the true sense, had bestowed endless intimidation upon them.

"No, no, no!"

The One‑Tail roared, shouting angrily.

"Such power, such chakra—how could this be?"

Yet Yuzhi gave it no reply—there was no need for one. His eyes flickered rapidly, and he formed hand seals.

"Ninjutsu: Four-Form Seal!"

In an instant, countless black chains materialized over the sand, instantly binding the battered One‑Tail.

Along with the chains, a massive cage rose from the hazy sand, instantly imprisoning the One‑Tail inside!

"Beast, you should be collared, especially you, such a dishonest one."

Yuzhi stared coldly at the One‑Tail, watching its whole body sealed, watching it completely imprisoned, then spoke indifferently.

However, he was somewhat surprised, for he noticed that after Susanoo's slash, the One‑Tail had become unusually obedient.

It just kept staring at Yuzhi, its body seemingly trembling faintly.

"Alright, the problem is solved."

Yuzhi ignored the One‑Tail, turned his head toward the stunned Wo Ailuo standing nearby.

At that moment, Wo Ailuo seemed to truly grasp Nagato's words: "To the strong, tailed beasts are merely toys."

Yuzhi's treatment of the One‑Tail was brutally extreme, and the word "beast" sounded especially lofty, which both confused and exhilarated Wo Ailuo.

His bewilderment was natural—he couldn't comprehend how the One‑Tail, feared by the entire Sunagakure, could be dealt with so easily again?

The last time it was resolved by a masked, red‑eyed man using fire; this time was even more chillingly terrifying.

And what was uplifting, naturally, was that he seemed to feel the One‑Tail could no longer affect him!

"So, is it resolved?"

Wo Ailuo murmured, his gaze toward Yuzhi shifting slightly.

"Hmm, it's resolved, but becoming stronger is still far away."

Yuzhi looked at Wo Ailuo with a playful smile, and as he spoke, the heavens changed color; the One‑Tail's figure began to fade, and Wo Ailuo realized they were about to leave.

But everything seemed to slow down, giving him a chance to ask.

"Sir, how does one become stronger?"

"It's simple: become a perfect jinchuriki."

Yuzhi gently shook his head, looking at Wo Ailuo calmly as he spoke.

"You need to communicate with the tailed beasts, recognize a fact: they possess their own will, their own intelligence, and are not merely destructive monsters."

"Not monsters; they have their own will."

Wo Ailuo was a little stunned by these words; he didn't fully understand, his gaze filled with doubt.

"Exactly. In fact, they usually live freely, but as humans we discovered their power and thus imprisoned them."

Yuzhi patted Wo Ailuo's shoulder and said softly.

"Their freedom was taken, and people labeled them monsters, beasts; naturally, they harbor pain and resentment in their hearts.

Think of your own experiences; perhaps then you can understand all this."

"Is that so?"

Wo Ailuo recalled his past life, fell silent for a moment, while Yuzhi smiled and continued.

"So only by communicating with them, gaining each other's recognition, do you earn the qualification to become a perfect jinchuriki.

And after becoming a perfect jinchuriki, you can become a true strong one, able to protect everything you wish to protect, and punish whatever you wish to punish.

"I can see the confusion in your eyes; after all, the betrayal you suffered is unimaginable, and you guess the reason you yearn to survive, right?"

"Yes, sir."

"Then strive to become a perfect jinchuriki; in the process, you'll gradually discover its meaning. Moreover, how can you find life's meaning without power?"

Hearing Yuzhi's words, Wo Ailuo gently closed his eyes, his heart seeming stirred.

Nagato told him that living is the way to find life's meaning; Yuzhi told him that becoming stronger is how to protect that meaning.

Now he sees hope, and his heart also yearns!

"I understand, sir."

The bewilderment in Gaara's eyes faded, replaced by a hint of resolve.

"I will strive to keep living, and also strive to become a qualified perfect jinchuriki!"

"That's good then, let's go; the time outside is also approaching."

Yuzhi smiled, he pulled Gaara as they were about to leave, while Gaara looked at Yuzhi with some curiosity.

"But, sir, you said it doesn't have its own will, so why do you still call it a 'beast'? Isn't that somewhat disrespectful?"

"I'm not a jinchuriki, and the One-Tail isn't a tailed beast of our Leaf Village."

Yuzhi pursed his lips and spoke disdainfully.

"Besides, who the hell knows if the Sand Hidden will try to use it to attack Leaf Village, so why should I respect it?"

Yuzhi's words left Gaara dumbfounded; he hadn't expected such an explanation.

But just as he was pondering, as they were about to leave this mental space, the silent One-Tail suddenly let out a thunderous roar.

"It's definitely you, Indra!"

——

In the starry sky, the silver moon bore a barren land.

It appeared desolate, showing no sign of habitation.

Yet inside the moon, everything was quite different.

The interior of the moon was immensely spacious and unusually bright; clouds drifted in the sky, and a sun within the clouds cast its rays.

On the ground, there were lush forests, quaint villages, winding streams, and fertile fields.

All of this resembled the ninja world, making it unimaginable that this was inside a moon!

However, the houses showed clear signs of damage, and despite the idyllic scenery, a dead, oppressive aura lingered.

Moreover, countless floating rocks and several floating islands dotted the sky.

Amidst these rocks and islands floated a massive palace-like island, which was the core of the moon—the Yucun Temple!

"How is the sacrificial's condition?"

Inside the temple, an elder asked, and anyone seeing his eyes now would be utterly shocked, for they were a pair of Byakugan!

Not only him, but everyone around also possessed Byakugan.

"The body is fine, but lacking eyes makes many things inconvenient."

A middle-aged man coughed, then whispered.

"But the good news is, his adaptability to the Reincarnation Eyes is excellent; those powers don't reject him. I think with suitable eyes he can normally wield the Reincarnation Eyes."

"Hmm."

The elder lightly nodded at the words; the answer was unsurprising.

The sacrificial is undoubtedly their most precious asset; his emergence made this group of 'Datongmu branch families' decide to launch a fatal strike against the main clan!

This child, though born without eyes, is exceptionally compatible with the power of the Reincarnation Eyes.

If the child develops normally, he will surely fulfill the long-cherished wish of these 'Datongmu branch families' in the future.

To sweep away the entire ninja world, erasing this twisted world that defies the ancestors' will!

However, being eyeless also brings many troubles.

He cannot peruse the countless scriptures of their Datongmu clan, and he learns combat techniques by observing with eyes.

Fortunately, they consider the power of the Reincarnation Eyes invincible; these minor issues will surely be resolved once the sacrificial can master the Reincarnation Eyes.

It's a pity about those scriptures; they also aren't sure they'll live to see that day.

"How are your bodies now?"

After a brief silence, the elder helplessly asked.

"Roughly, how long can you hold out, and how are our kin doing now?"

"Not very optimistic; the situation continues to deteriorate."

Another middle-aged man sighed helplessly; they themselves know their physical condition best, and the invisible injury is devouring their lives!

If their constitution weren't exceptional, they probably wouldn't have made it this far.

"This was expected, no need for sorrow."

The first middle-aged man spoke seriously, scanning the crowd before speaking earnestly.

"When we decided to act, we had already anticipated this outcome; there's nothing worth grieving over.

Moreover, we have achieved our goal; those of the main clan have become fodder, and we have also witnessed the true power of the Reincarnation Eyes.

And the sacrificial keeps growing; everything we have done, everything we have given, is worthwhile, isn't it?"

"Indeed, all of this is worthwhile."

Upon hearing this, the elder also nodded seriously; they had long foreseen such a bad outcome.

The power of the Reincarnation Eyes is not easily controlled; they are now being backfired by its power.

This backlash devours their lives, and combined with the previous fierce battle, they can foresee that their remaining time is short.

But so what; their goal has been achieved, they can see the future they longed for, so all this is worthwhile!

"Nurture the sacrificial well, wait for his growth; although we may no longer see the future, I believe he will carry through our will.

That sorrowful, twisted world that defied the ancestors' will will eventually perish; we have not shamed the ancestors!"

"Yes, we have not shamed the ancestors!"

Inside Yucun Temple, this group of moon Datongmu shouted hoarsely.

Sadly, they probably don't realize that if Datongmu Yucun knows their thoughts, even the coffin lid would barely contain them.

Of course, it's also possible he knows, but his power has reached a level where he no longer bothers to intervene.

Or perhaps he can already perceive the future.

Knock, knock, knock—

As this group of Moon Otsutsuki were getting excited, the temple doors were suddenly knocked, causing each of them to cool down.

Not long after, another young man with Byakugan hurried in, bowed slightly to the crowd, and then, a bit anxiously, spoke.

"Elders, the Teleportation Array seems to have malfunctioned!"

"Hmm?"

The elder's expression tightened; he asked in puzzlement.

"What's going on? How can the Teleportation Array have a problem when it clearly hasn't even been activated!"

The Moon naturally possesses a Teleportation Array leading to the Ninja World, after all they were connected to the surface a thousand years ago.

And it was precisely because of this array that a branch of theirs left the Moon for the Ninja World a hundred years ago.

Since then, the array has been sealed; under normal circumstances no one can open the passage, because the required power is indescribable!

It's not ordinary chakra that can activate the array; it requires stronger power, even involving Yin‑Yang Release, to accomplish this.

And the Ninja World.

Through their millennia of observation, aside from the descendants of Indra and Asura, no one possesses such ability.

Even the descendants of Indra and Asura have seen their bloodlines gradually dissipate over the long river of time and chaotic breeding.

This situation now leaves them somewhat baffled.

"Could it be those guys?"

Suddenly, a middle‑aged man spoke, and his words made the others frown.

Those guys are naturally the people who have the same eyes as them; they now seem to have renamed themselves 'Hyuga Clan'.

This group knows the location, and these people share the same bloodline; perhaps they can achieve something.

"Let's go check first."

The elder pondered for a while, then finally decided.

"But have everyone stay on guard; anyone who can come up is certainly no good sort. Be careful in everything, understand?"

"Understood."

Following the elder's decision, everyone present shouted their assent at once, then each went to make preparations, while the elder himself set off toward the Teleportation Array.

Although he couldn't figure out the situation nor understand how the array was activated, he had a feeling that the newcomer was likely hostile.

When he arrived before the array, the area was already crowded with people; the members of the Moon Otsutsuki were evidently also puzzled by the array.

"Clan Leader, you have arrived?"

Upon seeing the elder, they immediately bowed slightly.

"Hmm"

The elder nodded, but before he could speak, in an instant the Teleportation Array burst forth with intense Hikari.

The silvery white Hikari seemed to pierce the sky, and with it several silhouettes flickered in and out of the array.

"This kind of chakra"

The elder's Byakugan was slightly dim, yet he could already sense the differences in these people.

His Byakugan opened, emitting powerful pupil power, and he immediately swept toward those silhouettes still shrouded in Hikari.

However, as he observed, his complexion grew somewhat grim, because he found none of these people to be simple.

Especially when his gaze passed over one individual, his whole body stiffened slightly, for within his Byakugan he saw an extremely potent chakra reverberating continuously.

Moreover, that person's eyes displayed intricate patterns, and the powerful pupil force surged toward him, instantly recalling a name from his texts!

"You are… Indra?!"