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Chapter 682: The Celestial Court Plan!
Chapter 682: The Celestial Court Plan!
"It's been a long time, Douhei. I never imagined... I never thought it would be like this. This is wonderful!"
Excitement and fervor flashed in Orochimaru's eyes.
During the Konoha Collapse Plan, he was unaware of Douhei's transformation.
Only later did he learn that Douhei had become a teenager, and this time, he had come to witness it with his own eyes.
Upon meeting, Orochimaru realized that this was no mere Transformation Jutsu; Douhei had genuinely transformed into a young boy.
The youthful vitality within him made Orochimaru feel incredibly excited.
This was what he had been seeking!
Orochimaru's pursuit of immortality stemmed from his awareness of the fragility of life.
His previous approach had been 'rebirth,' repeatedly occupying other people's bodies.
While this could achieve immortality in a roundabout way, the flaws were significant.
Now, after seeing Douhei, he realized that what he had longed for was within reach.
This was what he truly sought.
"Orochimaru, stop acting like a fool. If you dare to look at me with that gaze again, I'll gouge out your eyes and use them as firecrackers!"
Douhei felt his hairs stand on end.
After all, Orochimaru's gaze was a bit too much.
It was as if something slippery was crawling on his body.
The other party lusted after his body, and he felt disgusted.
At this moment, he realized something.
Unintentionally, it seemed he had already achieved Orochimaru's dream—immortality.
Though his Sage Body might not achieve immortality, his lifespan would be calculated in 'millennia' at the very least.
And with the nourishment of natural energy, the upper limit could be continuously improved.
Damn! Douhei had been aware of the existence of the Great Tree of Wood, an even more perverted alien race, so he hadn't paid much attention to this matter.
But now, he remembered how this would stimulate Orochimaru.
However, he wouldn't hand himself over to Orochimaru for research, so he sternly warned the other party.
As for the other party's involvement in this plan, he didn't find it strange at all.
Even with their cooperation, the Celestial Seal, and the control of the Outer Path, it didn't mean Orochimaru would absolutely obey.
For someone with Orochimaru's chaotic personality, even his closest friends weren't off-limits, let alone an ally he merely 'trusted deeply.'
Attacking an ally was, in his eyes, a betrayal of trust.
There was no need to worry about outsourcing research projects to the other party; Orochimaru was trustworthy in this regard. Backstabbing was backstabbing, and cooperation was cooperation.
Just like how he and Danzo had backstabbed each other countless times, but nothing had ever gone wrong in their cooperation.
"This is truly splendid. This vitality... Ah!"
Orochimaru's golden upright pupils narrowed in bliss.
However, he was also well aware that to research the other party, he would first need an incredibly powerful force.
And there was nothing better than the Sharingan to obtain that power, which further solidified his determination to take Sasuke's body.
It was only because he had just been reborn that he needed three more years to take a new body.
Indeed, Impure World Reincarnation was powerful, but it wasn't his own strength.
Orochimaru wasn't a fool; he naturally discovered the hidden risks.
If there weren't any risks, the Second Hokage wouldn't have sealed it away. Even if Hashirama Senju didn't allow the manipulation of souls, Tobirama Senju wasn't a well-behaved child, and there was a reason for his willingness to listen to nature.
Therefore, Sasuke's body was what he valued most now.
After witnessing Hashirama Senju's power, the Uchiha's strength became even more alluring.
After all, the original Uchiha Madara was the only one who could rival the God of Shinobi.
"What bad luck!" Looking at Orochimaru, who had entered a state of frenzy and wouldn't listen to his words, Douhei's gaze swept past Kiwimaru and finally landed on Danzo with a mocking tone, "Hey, isn't this 'Shadow Division'? After a few days, how did he become like this? Before, he was at least on par with the Hokage, the light and shadow of Konoha. Now, he's become someone's subordinate. I dare not imagine what he'll become next time we meet..."
The other party's hatred needed to be stabilized.
As long as Danzo's hatred was stable, he would continuously gather his enemies and deliver them to Douhei.
This was what a 'true' ally was!
Uchiha Douhei, the evil one, I regret not killing you thoroughly back then!"
Danzo, somewhat off-guard, began to curse.
The former Lord Tang Ping could have easily crushed him with a simple gesture.
But now, even if he didn't want to admit it, he knew that the other party was not someone he could deal with lightly.
The last assassination attempt was with all his strength, but it was still easily defeated, so he activated this backup plan.
The obtained intelligence was naturally shared.
Under the joint efforts of the nobility and the Daimyos, if the three great ninja villages wanted to deal with the Skyguard Tower, the first choice would be to eliminate Uchiha Douhei.
Therefore, the Stone Country Ninja and the Cloud Village Ninja dispatched their main forces, and even the Shadow Ninja came into action.
As for the Leaf Village?
Due to their deep involvement with the Skyguard Tower, coupled with insufficient preparation and the desire to be an inside spy, they couldn't take action yet.
But not taking action doesn't mean they can't help.
For example, in this rescue mission, if it weren't for the Leaf Village's information, they would never have been able to seize this opportunity.
Opportunities to catch top-tier strong individuals alone are rare.
This piece of intelligence alone is enough to make the Leaf Village's contribution in this plan no less than that of the two great ninja villages.
"The whimpering of a defeated dog!"
Douhei glanced at Danzo with disdain, not even bothering to look at him properly.
The more he was provoked, the more Danzo would be determined to find someone to deal with the Skyguard Tower.
If the enemy hides in the shadows, it won't be easy to clean them up, but if Danzo incites them to cause trouble for the Skyguard Tower, that would be perfect.
It would be best to involve the Dragon and the Earth Cave! Once the other party breaks their promise and takes action, he can obtain this sacred land and use the three Clear Sky Towers to cover the entire Ninja World.
"Damn it!"
Danzo could clearly see the disdain in Douhei's eyes, and his heart burned with anger. He vowed to make him pay.
"Now, let's see if you have the qualifications to keep me here!"
Douhei stretched his body.
A white light slowly enveloped his entire body.
Flame Robe!
With his current strength, using this ninjutsu was almost instinctive.
As the Flame Robe appeared, the people around him, Yamagawa Koji, Izumi, Minako, and Kaen, all slowly backed away, while Hyuga Tsukiyuki had disappeared at some point.
Yes, Douhei didn't intend to let them fight by his side.
After all, he was about to launch a large-scale indiscriminate attack, and having them by his side in such a situation was not a good idea.
As for restraining the enemy?
Aside from Izumi and Yamagawa Koji, Kaen and Minako were not needed.
At this moment, the two little ones stood sullenly beside Naruto, ready to protect and monitor him.
Naruto was the most beloved child of the Six Paths, and the only unpredictable factor in this great war.
Douhei was confident in dealing with this siege, but he lacked confidence in handling the surprises Naruto might bring.
The most unpredictable ninja! Did they think his nickname was just for show?
It's said that there are no wrong names, only wrong nicknames.
Naruto, with the Nine-Tails within him and the attention of the Six Paths' father, if something were to happen to him, who knows if he would 'cheat' on the spot?
So, it was indeed necessary for Minako and Kaen to monitor him.
As for Yamagawa Koji and Izumi, they would naturally join the fight.
This was a great opportunity for training.
When sparring with their own people, they naturally couldn't go all out.
But with enemies, there was no problem, and even if an accident occurred, there was no need to worry.
Resurrection!
Douhei could naturally resurrect them.
Hmm, with his research into the soul realm and the 'Pure Land' as a reference, Douhei had already formed a grand plan in his heart.
'The Celestial Court Plan!'
A plan that imitates and surpasses the Pure Land.
There's no reason why the Six Paths can do it, and Douhei can't, right?
Everyone is just a sheep in the Ninja World, and it's all about who's the bigger brother.
It was precisely because of this plan that Douhei wasn't afraid of his people dying in battle.
Whenever needed, he could always 'cheat' and bring them back.
As long as he was willing to 'pay the price'.
"I, Kirabi, today, will definitely defeat you!"
Kirabi was the first to charge out.
And with his move, the curtain was raised on this battle of astonishing scale.
(End of Chapter)
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