Chapter 208: Madara: Black Zetsu Has a Problem!

In Leaf Village, the afterglow of the setting sun fell upon the earth.

Children ran home in groups, laughing, while off-duty workers chatted all the way as they left their posts.

Police department staff remained diligent on duty; even during shift changes, those who should patrol patrolled, those who should work overtime did so, and everyone still was caught up in involution.

The vendors at all stalls had not finished work; for them, night was also a new beginning.

And the owners of the major restaurants also began to become more earnest, for they knew they would soon be welcoming greater business.

The whole Leaf Village appeared so harmonious, so prosperous, while Senju ZhuZhang stood on the Hokage monument and took it all in.

How wonderful everything is.

He couldn't help but silently mutter to himself, back when they founded Leaf Village, the village then wasn't nearly as prosperous as it is now.

Although everyone was happy because they had a place to take refuge, everything had just begun; they were utterly destitute.

And now everything was on the right track, everything appeared so wonderful; as the First Hokage, he naturally felt especially happy.

But it's already late; it's time to go back.

After studying it for so long, he had full confidence in his own Impure World Reincarnation; moreover, with the resurrection technique provided by Yuzhi, he was able to live a second life!

Still, he hoped to improve further; he knew his own strength back in the Warring States period was not particularly strong, and his older brother and Madara Uchiha were the true leaders.

"Back then, was my choice really a mistake?"

But none of that is the point; the point is that ZhuZhang already had his own ideas, and Leaf Village now truly satisfied him.

Moreover, he was somewhat of a traditionalist; he preferred to trust his own choices, but one cannot deny that his choices were sometimes truly correct.

If he truly wasn't willing, Yuzhi didn't impose anything on him, and there was currently no extreme crisis.

As an "unconventional Asura," he did not cooperate with the Tailed Beasts; instead, he subdued them and packaged them for sale.

"Today I strolled around Leaf Village and experienced so much; I have to say Leaf Village now is completely different from what it was back then."

This wasn't what he wanted; even if he himself thought being at peak state didn't matter much, he still didn't want to be a burden.

It wasn't surprising for ZhuZhang to ask this question.

"I'm back."

"According to your current state, you've been awakened for several years already; why are you still maintaining this form without fully resurrecting?"

ZhuZhang paid no heed to Feijian's words; he casually found a spot to sit, then looked at Feijian and asked amusedly.

Senju Feijian spoke calmly; his concern was not unfounded, for he knew his older brother all too well.

"Don't bother talking about the Samsara Eye and such; I'm now more curious about other things."

"Then again, older brother, your body is actually relatively simple; we'll find a way to gather the most sufficient materials."

After returning home, seeing everything familiar yet somewhat strange, ZhuZhang also smiled faintly; soon Feijian's figure appeared before him.

Otherwise, he wouldn't be so good at resisting the Sharingan's illusions; therefore, in his view, fully exerting his own power would likely be better.

Moreover, he was also the only one who could beat Indra as an Asura, and his choices of power were basically correct.

Feijian also didn't hide anything; he directly gave his answer.

Especially, I went to see a movie; back in our era we didn't have such things, but I have to say it was truly great.

Even, we were considering whether to let you possess the Samsara Eye; Yuzhi over there has experience, he.

By then, even if you resurrected not at peak, you could absolutely come close; just a little adaptation would suffice.

Before Feijian could finish speaking, ZhuZhang interrupted him; although the Samsara Eye was tempting, he didn't feel he necessarily needed such power.

He went around to see everything in Leaf Village at the moment, experiencing some of its current changes, and even went to watch a movie.

Thinking that, ZhuZhang brought a smile and followed the crowd toward his own home.

And in this now more terrifying and troublesome era, Yuzhi and those extraterrestrial Otsutsuki became the new leaders; they even advanced a step further in power.

However, there was no need for him to say that; everyone has their own choices, especially since he still had some doubts in his heart.

Although time has passed, the Senju clan's houses still stand; moreover, Feijian told him that house had been reopened for use, and they lived there.

"I'm still preparing my body; no rush."

Of course, he didn't think his older brother would be so 'selfish'; after all, having learned the truth of the shinobi world, he shouldn't just stand by.

"Xiaojiang, hasn't she come back yet?"

"I was still worried you might have dispelled that technique yourself; now seeing you return, I feel much more relieved."

Gazing at the sunset on the horizon, he murmured involuntarily; after parting with Madara by the river, he had been wandering all over Leaf Village.

And now he had seen everything he wanted to see, and even unexpectedly encountered an old acquaintance.

Under these premises, even his peak-era self might not be able to do much; if he was an Impure World Reincarnation with lacking power, he would likely be unable to do anything.

He wanted peak resurrection; he wanted to do everything he could with his ability; he didn't want to become a hindrance.

He could sense Leaf Village's current trends, see its true state, and find traces of his past as well as the differences in present Leaf Village.

Perhaps he might truly dispel his own Impure World Reincarnation, then choose to leave this world and return to the Pure Land to rest in peace.

Compared to powers he wasn't familiar with, he preferred to push his Yang Release to the limit, having already grasped Shadow Release himself.

After watching it, I also found it moving, especially the depictions therein; that's precisely why I have some things I want to ask you.

Even if this matter perhaps still hides other secrets—for example, why he also awakened, why he also appeared in Leaf Village unknown to anyone.

Although he had just been resurrected, he had once been the First Hokage; even if only the first day, he could see many things in Leaf Village.

I have to say, Leaf Village now is truly completely different from before; its current trends are also completely unlike those of the past.

Especially after he watched that movie, it finally let him confirm some things, and it also caused some confusion to arise unbidden in his heart.

"Did you watch the movie?"

Feijian was somewhat dumbfounded, because he truly hadn't kept track of his older brother's movements.

Although he was worried and also wanted to 'make some arrangements,' Yuzhi wouldn't allow it, and his older brother would surely be annoyed, so in the end he did nothing.

He could only get off work early, rush home to wait, see what his older brother's reaction would be, and at the same time also plan how, when his older brother returns, to make his older brother accept the current 'thought reform'.

It seems now that some things no longer need to be done, because his older brother has already gone.

"The impact of these movies is really strong."

Fei Jian couldn't help but mutter to himself that, even though he fully endorsed Yuzhi's 'cognitive warfare' and 'public‑opinion cultural warfare,' he hadn't expected even his own older brother to be affected.

But that isn't necessarily a bad thing, after all it makes it even easier for him to do something.

"Still, watching it is fine; this can save us some problems."

Although Fei Jian's mind was full of thoughts, he still appeared very serious when facing ZhuZhang.

"Actually, when Madara Uchiha first proposed unifying the Ninja World, I was in favor of it, because only through unification can the Ninja World truly achieve peace.

But you refused, and Madara Uchiha chose to leave because of your decision; unsurprisingly, after your death the Ninja World fell into endless chaotic wars.

Moreover, I responsibly tell you that, due to the establishment of villages, the scale of war has become more professionalized, and the intensity of battles unprecedented.

In the past, clan battles involved at most dozens to a few hundred fighters, but now it's common to see thousands, and to protect their own territories they even use small nations as battlefields.

Small nations aren't their own lands; destroying or razing them carries no psychological burden, and the number of deaths there is never counted as a loss.

Between great powers, the division of interests and the hatred accumulated from casualties only makes things more brutal; your original choice was truly wrong."

Fei Jian's words were like a spear thrust into ZhuZhang's heart; back then he once believed that after villages were established, everyone would focus solely on developing themselves.

But it seems he overlooked some issues, which were also voiced in the movies through Orochimaru.

Interests!

Now Fei Jian also brings up the issue of interests, which makes ZhuZhang feel a bit uneasy; he gives a wry smile and shakes his head.

"Interests, huh? They're truly something hard to understand."

"No, they're not hard to understand; it's just that you're too naive, older brother."

Fei Jian sighed, shook his head, and said,

"The issue of interests existed even in the clan era; why did we, the Senju, occupy so many mineral resources and fertile fields?

For survival, for better development and to counter the Uchiha, does that mean everything about the village will be changed?

No, it will only intensify; the village needs to feed more people, requiring more resources and interests to make the village stronger.

Moreover, unlike a clan, a village can relocate according to climate and war attrition, but a village can only stay in one place.

Whether the land is fertile, transportation convenient, climate favorable, or resources abundant all become crucial issues.

The Leaf Village occupies the finest land, which has long sown the seeds of war; before this, others dared not act because of you and Madara Uchiha.

Even if Madara Uchiha left, having you was enough, but you never considered what would happen after your death, and that led to the continual outbreak of wars."

I don't know if the Senju Fei Jian was truly angered by ZhuZhang, but his words were utterly blunt.

Moreover, these words have been buried in his heart for years; he has long wanted to speak them, and seizing this chance he unhesitatingly launched a barrage of 'face‑punch output' at ZhuZhang.

After this onslaught, although he was a bit nervous at first, his older brother would be displeased.

But seeing his older brother now looking like a 'childish state' with a 'crumbling earth' watermelon‑shaped head, he instantly stopped feeling scared.

Now he's truly thrilled, after all the opportunity is rare!

"And older brother, although I really dislike Yuzhi, that 'lazy dog Hokage,' some of his decisions are correct."

Probably feeling exhilarated, Fei Jian began to act without restraint.

"You've also watched the movies, so you should be able to spot some issues; whether we're from us or other great nations, we are the same kind of existence.

Language, culture, history, even beyond the Cloud Village's old black ones, the races are the same; since we are the same people, why divide into so many countries?

Why can't we integrate, why can't we let everyone live better lives?"

"I

ZhuZhang was genuinely at a loss for words, not knowing what to say for a moment.

He's not someone who likes to complain about others; even though he knows the so‑called 'Sage of Six Paths' plan, in fact he was the one who stopped it all!

"But, older brother, you can't blame everything on yourself."

Just as ZhuZhang felt a bit depressed, Fei Jian suddenly changed tack, looking at ZhuZhang with utmost seriousness and said,

"After all, this is destiny; after all, everything has long been arranged by someone, hasn't it?"

After saying that, Fei Jian inexplicably felt the air grow chilly, a lingering resentment seemed to envelop him.

It left him feeling oddly bewildered, but he was too lazy to ponder it further and continued speaking.

"You know, destiny isn't so easy to break; I even encountered a Madara Uchiha from another world here."

"Hmm?"

ZhuZhang, who had been somewhat despondent over his own decision, was suddenly taken aback by that sentence.

"Another world's Madara? What does that mean?"

"The power of the Dragon Vein twisted time and space, bringing a Madara Uchiha from another world here."

Fei Jian spoke with utmost seriousness, but paused at that point before continuing.

"A Madara Uchiha from a world that is utterly twisted, utterly evil, a world that should never have existed!"

"Tell me more,"

Seeing Fei Jian's theatrics, ZhuZhang actually became interested, which annoyed Fei Jian.

"Hmph, in that world, due to some accident, Madara Uchiha became the Hokage."

Although displeased, Fei Jian still spoke up; even if a bit embarrassed, he was willing to say it to persuade and comfort his older brother.

As he narrated, ZhuZhang's eyes widened, because he hadn't imagined such a world existed.

Fei Jian died, Quan Nai survived, and in the end Madara became the Hokage; his plan to unify the Ninja World was actually thwarted by himself.

All this was like a mirror image, giving him an indescribable feeling, and he seemed to begin understanding the fate Fei Jian spoke of.

"That's roughly the situation: in that world you controlled a Tailed Beast, so he wanted to use the Dragon Vein to gather Tailed‑Beast power from other worlds, and he ended up here."

Although Fei Jian's face was full of displeasure, his explanation was still spot‑on.

Through him, combined with all the information Yuzhi has investigated, as well as everything we have already verified.

We can conclude that, in fact, your original choice was entirely manipulated by the behind-the-scenes black hand of the Sage of Six Paths!

"." A certain person hidden in the dimensional space.

None of this is your fault, because he needs the ninja world to stay in chaos, he needs ninjas to continue tempering themselves with blood and fire.

Feijian couldn't notice this, and he continued to speak.

"Whether you become Hokage, or that bastard Madara Uchiha becomes Hokage, you will inevitably continue to fight until."

"Until the enemy arrives, integration will only be allowed to begin, just like Yuzhi now?"

ZhuZhang understood Feijian's meaning, and he spoke softly.

Moreover, he now also feels that all this makes sense; otherwise, why would he have opposed it so strongly back then?

After thinking it over, this is definitely someone manipulating behind the scenes; definitely someone is stopping all of this!

Now, Yuzhi happens to have caught a suitable opportunity, and he also begins to go with the tide of the times to accomplish all this.

Just like Madara back then, who started his own actions to unify the ninja world; perhaps the Uchiha clan is striving to achieve this.

Thinking of this, ZhuZhang couldn't help but express his feelings.

"It really is cruel to the extreme."

"Yes, it's too cruel, too ruthless."

Feijian nodded, but soon he furrowed his brows and looked at his older brother.

"Do you feel somewhat uncomfortable?"

"We're already dead, what kind of feeling could there be?"

ZhuZhang said indifferently, but he indeed had a somewhat uncomfortable feeling; after thinking carefully, he suddenly thought of a possibility.

Could it be, that we are saying

"Forget it, let's not talk about this topic; the Sage of Six Paths also has his own helplessness and choices."

"You didn't say our Fifth Hokage said, 'Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime,' the Sage of Six Paths has his own considerations, all we need to do is believe."

"Hmm."

Feijian seemed to somewhat understand his older brother's meaning; his gaze involuntarily swept around the air.

Finally, he felt somewhat amused in his heart; the Sage of Six Paths had already died long ago.

Even if he weren't dead, if later generations guessed his thoughts, he wouldn't be so petty, would he?

He shook his head; Feijian stopped thinking about this, turned his head to look at his older brother and asked in a deep voice.

"Then, older brother, what are your plans now? Have you decided?"

"Decided? Actually, I already have."

Upon hearing these words, ZhuZhang's eyes involuntarily flashed to today's daytime, that spiky-haired head he met by the river.

Just like traveling through time back to the past, just as if everything could start anew, ZhuZhang also longs for everything to be restarted!

"I have decided to be resurrected, and I also want to do something."

——

"Any news from Leaf Village?"

"Not yet."

"Geez, what exactly is that Fifth Hokage up to, and what about Yiyan as well"

"All right, Yiyan is safest in Leaf Village, and the Fifth Hokage has a lot on his plate, so don't overthink it."

In the Rain Country, Xiaonan looked at Changmen sitting beside her, chattering nonstop, and she amusedly shook her head.

After Yiyan's resurrection, their three-man team essentially reunited, and these past few years have been their happiest time.

The Rain Country is now completely in their hands; according to the 'Mysterious Person's' guidance, plus Yuzhi's policy support, the Rain Country's development is visibly accelerating.

Things that the Rain Country's residents once dared not even imagine, they now have; not only do they have them, they can now try using and enjoying them!

"That 'Mysterious Person' is truly helping us; he truly hopes for peace to arrive......"

Looking at the changes in the Rain Country now, whether it's Xiaonan, Changmen, or the resurrected Yiyan, they all have this idea.

To put it bluntly, it's because of him that the Rain Country now has its direction and path.

Of course, it's also indispensable that Leaf Village has a Hokage like Yuzhi; without Yuzhi, none of this would be possible.

According to the shared view of the 'Mysterious Person' and Yuzhi, people's livelihood is the most important.

And to develop people's livelihood, the first thing is to have jobs.

Leaf Village spends money to help build infrastructure and explore mineral resources; this invisibly creates countless job opportunities, allowing the Rain Country's people to get work.

Having work means having money; only then can living standards gradually improve, allowing everyone to live well.

Of course, the consumption generated by money is actually mostly taken by Leaf Village, after all Leaf Village has sold who knows how much goods into the Rain Country.

But so what? At least everyone is living well, and with the influx of Leaf Village's books and media, everyone gradually has an idea.

"We're all the same people; why should we be separated?"

This idea had already been accepted by Changmen and them; now the masses below are also starting to have this idea—how could they oppose it?

In their view, this is completely a good thing!

"Could it be that other villages are teaming up against them? This isn't even an important matter, is it?"

Changmen felt somewhat displeased; he shook his head helplessly and spoke.

Just as his words fell, seeing Xiaonan smiling silently beside him, he helplessly pressed his lips for a moment.

It seems, this really isn't an important matter; for the current Leaf Village and Yuzhi, others are truly just 'clay dogs and tile dogs'.

Such an enemy indeed poses no significant threat; especially with him as this 'insider', any mishap would be utterly impossible!

"Look, you yourself seem to have understood; there's really no need to worry so much, right?"

Xiaonan looked at Nagato's appearance, and immediately knew that this friend of hers had figured things out.

"Rather than worrying about them, it would be better to think more about how we should cooperate with them moving forward."

"Don't worry, it's fine. Besides, I still want to have a match with that Fifth Hokage."

Nagato revealed a confident smile; that was his true thought.

As Obito slacked off, he obtained part of the White Absolute Cells from both the Mysterious Person and Obito.

The Mysterious Person provided him with a prosthetic body through the Leaf Village, allowing him to regain his legs, while Obito gave him something that further strengthened his body.

As the amount of white cells he injected increased, his own power grew stronger, and his mastery of the Samsara Eye deepened.

Of course, as this change progressed, he increasingly realized that the Samsara Eye truly was not his eyes.

That faint sense of resistance left him feeling somewhat powerless, and he also noticed that the Samsara Eye seemed to possess an even more special power.

But he could not possibly use that power, because he is not the owner of those eyes!

However, he didn't care; what he wanted was to figure all this out, and at the same time he wanted to nurture the Outer Path Demonic Statue well.

The power of the Outer Path Demonic Statue is very strong, but because the statue is currently somewhat damaged, it cannot exert much power.

Even years ago, their group was defeated by Yuzhi with a single black sphere; although it wasn't exactly a disgrace for him, it still left him somewhat resentful.

He wanted to have a more meaningful battle with Yuzhi, so as to better demonstrate his own worth, and perhaps even become the Public Enemy of the Ninja World in the future.

Even if Yuzhi could go easy on him to highlight his worth, that is truly not what he hopes for.

He himself also wants to make some contribution within his ability to the ninja world in the future!

"There will be an opportunity; you've already recovered now, so what is there to worry about?"

Xiaonan gently shook her head, then let out a soft sigh and continued speaking.

"But we still need to be careful; although we have the ability to revive everyone in our hands, I still don't want you to have an accident."

Moreover, haven't you noticed that even the Leaf Village exercises great restraint in using such an ability?

Scorpion and Orochimaru also advocate not exposing it, and the Mysterious Person is the same, so.

"I know; I will definitely be careful and cautious."

Nagato certainly understands Xiaonan's meaning; some techniques truly must not be abused, otherwise the consequences would be unimaginable.

Even though they have now mastered this technique, so far they have only revived Yahiko and are preparing to revive Sasori's parents.

Speaking of which, they have held this technique for a long time, and over these years Orochimaru's some techniques have also seen breakthroughs.

Even Sasori has already cultivated a body for himself and has actively switched to a human body.

Madara Uchiha and the Mysterious Person have a great influence on Sasori, and with some unique puppet techniques on the moon, this has completely changed Sasori's mindset.

Now he no longer follows the path of Mechanical Ascension; instead, he has turned to embark on the road of Gene Optimization.

On this path, following Orochimaru he has also made rapid progress; now he can fully attempt to revive his own parents.

But he now faces a dilemma: whether his parents, after being revived, can understand everything he has done.

He does not regret leaving the Sand Village, nor does he regret becoming a rogue ninja and joining the Akatsuki Organization.

Because he knows that without these experiences, he could not have reached where he is today, could not have seen the truth of the ninja world, and could not have obtained these techniques.

Yet he does not regret not having used it; he truly finds it hard to control how his parents, whom he wishes to revive, will think.

Therefore he has not yet taken action; according to his thinking, he probably wants Yuzhi to take over the entire ninja world.

"Only when the ninja world belongs to a single person will any troublemakers cease to cause chaos, and then they will naturally accept all of this."

This is Sasori's original words; frankly speaking, this guy is now the most fanatical among them.

This point, even Nagato had not anticipated.

"Forget it, let's not talk about this; I believe you will handle it well."

Looking at Nagato's appearance, Xiaonan smiled and said no more; she glanced at the time and suddenly asked.

"Want to go see a movie? The new movie the Leaf Village came out with is really great."

"Hey hey hey, you've watched it how many times already, and you still want to go?"

Upon hearing this, Nagato couldn't help but laugh; although they also get a share of the movie's income, the Leaf Village is the main beneficiary.

Even if Nagato doesn't mind, the problem is, wouldn't you get tired of watching this movie so many times? He can already recite the plot backward, so why watch it again?

"I really like it; watching this movie makes me feel like I've seen my former self."

Xiaonan smiled indifferently, stood up, and said to Nagato.

"Although we didn't participate in the war, our helplessness and struggle back then can still be seen in the movie."

Moreover, I really like Kotoba and Makoto; they represent the most ordinary members of the great ninja villages, and their performance and changes are the most genuine.

To be honest, I feel we are inferior to them, because they can think of many things, while we.

"Alright, alright, let's go."

Nagato shook his head helplessly, then also stood up and spoke.

"But you shouldn't think too much either; we haven't received much education, and you know that the Leaf Village's education is not lacking."

Master Ziraiye taught them to become ninjas, but he didn't teach them much about distinguishing right from wrong.

Of course, I also won't blame him, because he didn't have that time, and the Rain Country really.

But now it's fine; everything is changing, and with better education we will all improve."

"Yeah, everything will get better."

Xiaonan also let out a sigh, then she said amusingly.

"I don't know how Gaara is doing; is he still accustomed to living in the Leaf Village? He has always wanted to meet the Fifth Hokage, and now that wish has basically been fulfilled."

"That little guy."

Speaking of Gaara, Nagato also showed a faint smile; they probably both have red hair and have experienced tragic pasts.

Mutual sympathy made his attitude toward this little guy really good; he completely regards Gaara as his disciple.

Didn't Yahiko's letter say that? He's doing fine in Leaf Village, and he still has friends now.

Oh, you made friends so quickly? I thought you'd be really withdrawn and silent.

Probably he met the right person; who can say for sure about such things?

That's great, though I don't know what his friends are really like.

The two who get along best are Naruto and Sasuke, and they're both children of the Hokage.

——

Oh, you met Senju ZhuZhang.

Hmm, I never expected to meet that guy, and now we both look like this.

Leaf Village, Yuzhi's home.

Madara Uchiha sat on the sofa, looking at Yuzhi as he spoke, while Yuzhi beside him was also somewhat taken aback.

He really didn't expect Madara and ZhuZhang to meet, and coincidentally they were skipping stones together by the small river.

Such a wondrous, almost cyclical event truly made Yuzhi feel somewhat unbelievable.

But there's nothing wrong with this; this meeting might speed up ZhuZhang's decision, or perhaps give Madara Uchiha better judgment.

Although it was unintentional, letting those two keep their current impish looks, but in any case it counts as 'willow growing shade'.

So, what do you think the final outcome will be?

Yuzhi leaned on the sofa, one arm holding Hikari who was reading nearby, and asked curiously.

Also, what are your thoughts now?

He will come back to life, because we still have some problems to solve.

Madara spoke with utmost seriousness; it was clear he was very confident in his judgment.

As for me, I need to speed up now; all problems need to be resolved.

Whether it's the issues between us and ZhuZhang, Obito's problems, or those hidden mysterious forces, these are all mine to bear.

I've never been someone who shirks responsibility; as long as it's my problem, I won't neglect it—I want to handle these things properly, I will handle everything properly!

Madara's words were resonant and powerful, and he indeed is such a person.

If it's not his business, he might not intervene, but when it's his problem, he won't avoid it.

If it were him, he would surely never believe any 'prophecy'; he would only trust himself to handle everything, never placing hope on others.

Of course, this also counts as a kind of confidence, confidence in one's own strength.

Alright, I believe you.

Yuzhi shrugged and spoke, then after thinking added further.

Of course, I'll also try to help you, after all you are valuable to the entire ninja world.

Although, it's not exactly a positive image, but...

Hmph, do I care what role I play?

Madara gave a dismissive snort, then coldly chuckled and spoke.

As long as the world can be peaceful and all goals are achieved, then what if I play the role of the world's public enemy?

I've never cared about the process, nor about what my actions will be; I only want a result, a good result.

Another one of those who say, 'I just want to be the county magistrate's wife; I don't care who the magistrate is,' and such people also have their advantages.

Alright, I understand.

Yuzhi patted his shoulder to show he understood, but after thinking he suddenly laughed and asked.

Do you want to go see the Madara Uchiha of another world?

Huh?

Madara froze for a moment upon hearing this, while Hikari beside him paused slightly, her eyes glancing at Yuzhi.

This guy, causing trouble again?

Who will be the unlucky one this time?

Has that guy been in contact with you?

Madara quickly reacted, instantly showing a flash of ecstasy!

Hmm, indeed, they've come again, targeting the Eight-Tails.

Yuzhi nodded, then he smiled and spoke.

I didn't tell him I used Edo Tensei on you, but I think he should be very interested in you.

After all, seeing his childhood self, and also 'the self who never became Hokage, surviving like a sewer rat,' he should be quite interested, right?

Upon hearing this, Madara couldn't hold back, feeling that not a single word Yuzhi uttered was anything good!

Does this bastard not get angry at himself? How can this guy be so awful?

Moreover, after his remark, Madara suddenly didn't want to meet his counterpart from another world—he's fared poorly in this world, while others have become the First Hokage.

This time, if he goes to meet them, it's not just a simple matter of losing face.

However, he is indeed curious deep down; after thinking, he made a decision: just take a distant look, firmly avoid relying on the past, and absolutely not meet that guy.

If that guy finds out, worst case I'll just undo the Edo Tensei myself!

Madara had made up his mind, and at the same time he earnestly looked at Yuzhi and spoke.

Right, if you get a chance to contact those Akatsuki people, I hope you can investigate someone for me.

Oh?

Although Madara shifted the topic, Yuzhi didn't take it to heart; instead he looked at Madara curiously, wondering what was up with this guy.

Who do you want me to investigate? Tell me.

However, what Yuzhi didn't expect was that Madara blurted out a name that even he found unbelievable.

That black one, I think it is the guy I condensed with my own will, that guy is Black Absolute!

That guy, probably has a problem.