Chapter 229: A Chance to Change Fate!
Chapter 229: A Chance to Change Fate!
"Hmph, why would I believe a guy who doesn't even dare to show his face!"
Konan sneered.
"My identity is indeed hard to explain, but I truly have no ill intentions towards you or the Akatsuki!"
Tang Ping reiterated.
Yes, he had no ill intentions towards the Akatsuki, but it was normal for him to have ill intentions towards certain members.
For example, a certain white-eyed wolf!
At the same time, the Akatsuki's goals were extremely similar to his.
Both hoped for peace in the Shinobi World, but their methods differed.
Compared to Mito's naivety and Nagato's extremism, his farming style was the righteous path.
Most importantly, with him in charge, they wouldn't be manipulated by the puppet masters behind the scenes.
"Since you're unwilling to reveal your identity, please leave immediately. The Akatsuki does not welcome you!"
Paper sheets appeared around Konan, indicating she had activated a secret technique.
She would attack without hesitation if he refused.
"I can leave, but you should carry the box with you at all times, and no one must know about this meeting, not even Mito and Nagato. If you don't want to regret it for the rest of your life!"
Tang Ping warned solemnly.
Though he had some goodwill towards Konan, his help would only go so far. If she chose to ignore his advice and court disaster, he would be content to watch the show.
"You..."
From Tang Ping's tone, Konan could sense his seriousness, so she hesitated.
Because the other party indeed didn't seem malicious.
"Goodbye, Konan. Seize this one and only chance to change your fate!"
Tang Ping turned and waved, preparing to leave.
If she believed him, she would seize this opportunity to change her fate. If she didn't, it didn't matter to him.
Either way, he wouldn't lose anything.
"How can I contact you in the future?"
As she watched him reunite with Hiyashi Aoi and prepare to leave, Konan suddenly asked.
"You'll know once you open the box!"
Tang Ping said without turning back, then used the Body Flicker Technique to leave.
If she tried to force open the box, the sealing technique would destroy the note inside. Also, not carrying it on her person would prevent her from sensing his chakra changes and opening it.
Not destroying it and carrying it on her person!
These were the two basic conditions for opening the box. If she followed them, she would be given a chance to change her fate. If she didn't, she deserved whatever happened.
"Who are you... really?"
Konan murmured to herself, looking at the small iron box in her hand.
Finally, she put it in her pocket and left.
For some reason, when he called her 'Konan,' she felt he had no ill intentions.
On the other side!
Hiyashi Aoi finally spoke.
"What's so special about those guys?"
Both she and Yamakai Koji had a vague feeling that Tang Ping had some 'prophetic' ability.
Like before with Might Duy, who was just a low-level genin, yet Tang Ping treated him with great importance and even proclaimed his son had 'the strongest taijutsu.' Wasn't that a prophecy?
However, both of them kept this secret buried deep in their hearts, never revealing a hint of it.
Now that Tang Ping had suddenly come here to observe the three of them, how could she not be curious?
Unfortunately, after observing them for a few days, she found nothing particularly special about them, except for their excessive 'naivety.'
Naivety!
That was her evaluation of the Akatsuki.
Thinking they could stop the war between the great nations through communication—what else could that be but naivety?
"Don't underestimate them!" Tang Ping naturally heard the slight disdain in Hiyashi Aoi's voice, "They might bring about a great change in the Shinobi World in the future!"
He was referring to the future Akatsuki, not the current organization.
Only after the naive Akatsuki fell would the organization that struck fear into the Shinobi World be born.
Of course, there were some things he truly couldn't say.
After all, who knew if the Sage of Six Paths, that LYB, was watching? Anything related to the Otsutsuki clan couldn't be spoken about lightly.
The Shinobi World had abilities like prophecy, and the more people who knew the information, the more likely it was to be exposed.
"The Akatsuki?"
Hiyashi Aoi's fine brows furrowed, sensing something was off but unable to pinpoint the problem.
(End of Chapter)It's hard to believe that a small organization like Akatsuki could become the catalyst for the Fourth Great Ninja War.
As for when Akatsuki was founded...
It shouldn't be long now.
After all, Danzo is about to die, and before he does, he will definitely guide Konoha onto the "right" path.
That means that within the past year or so...
This is also the most critical time for Tang Ping.
If the enemy thinks that Tang Ping is an obstacle to their plans, they will definitely try to eliminate him.
So, before the enemy makes their move, Tang Ping doesn't plan on stimulating their nerves.
However... when Tang Ping and Hyuga Cangyue arrived at the Hidden Fire Village and headed towards Konoha, they discovered an unfortunate fact.
They had been targeted!
It seems that as Danzo continues to make his moves, he has also fixed his sights on them.
Tang Ping had anticipated this.
With the strength and potential he has shown so far, he won't be intimidated.
After all, he doesn't have the Uchiha, Senju, or Uzumaki bloodline.
As for how the enemy found them...
It's because of the White Zetsu Network!
The enemy has planted many White Zetsu as spies in the Hidden Fire Village, making it easy for them to find Tang Ping and his group.
Under the enemy's watchful eye, Tang Ping and his group returned to Konoha Village.
The Fourth Great Ninja War has had a significant impact on the village.
The population has decreased by more than half.
Even the surrounding fields have become barren and desolate.
In the past, villagers could post missions and hire genin or lower-ranking ninjas to help with farming, and the village would provide subsidies.
But now, with the lack of manpower and the village's inability to provide subsidies, the situation has become dire.
In other words...
The current Konoha has changed from "defeat them and gain more benefits" to "just end this damn war as soon as possible" mentality.
It's been too long!
No one could have imagined that the war would last this long.
Not even a powerful village like Konoha can withstand this.
This is why, despite defeating the Cloud Ninja Army, they had to withdraw from the war.
"Ah, sir!"
As the two ninjas greeted him, Tang Ping and Hyuga Cangyue entered the village.
"It looks like Konoha can't hold on much longer!"
Looking around at the desolate atmosphere, Tang Ping sighed.
He finally understood why the future Third Hokage would sign those "humiliating" treaties, allowing Konoha to win the war but gain no benefits.
It's because Konoha is truly at its limit.
Continuing to fight would only lead to its downfall.
"By the way, do you know about the Sarutobi clan's military strength?"
Tang Ping asked casually.
But Hyuga Cangyue's response shocked him.
"There should be over a thousand!"
She has the Byakugan, which can see through the barrier and obstacles, allowing her to gather this critical information.
"What?!"
Tang Ping was stunned.
He had thought the Sarutobi clan's military strength was just a joke.
But it seems they are serious!
No wonder Sarutobi Hiruzen wanted to make the Hokage position hereditary, they have the strength to back it up!
But does Sarutobi Hiruzen know about this?
Probably not.
If he knew, he would have stopped it.
(End of chapter)
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