Chapter 766: The Masked Man is Not Uchiha Sasuke!
Chapter 766: The Masked Man is Not Uchiha Sasuke!
"Amaterasu!"
Uchiha Itachi once again unleashed the power of Amaterasu.
This time, his target wasn't Shizui, but the Split Dog summoned by Earthly Nagato through Impure World Reincarnation.
The unquenchable flames of Amaterasu were the perfect counter to the Split Dog, instantly incinerating it.
"Itachi, have you broken free from control?"
Seeing that Itachi no longer targeted Shizui and the others, Earthly Nagato was taken by surprise.
Even he couldn't escape the control of Impure World Reincarnation.
"Hmm, Amaterasu!"
Itachi merely nodded without explanation and unleashed another Amaterasu at Earthly Nagato and the giant bird.
The terrifying power of Amaterasu caused the giant bird to let out a mournful cry, and soon after, Earthly Nagato, engulfed in black flames, fell to the ground.
"Using the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan as Great Fireball Technique is so cool."
Daito showed a hint of envy.
If he could freely use the Divine Might, he would use it for everything, even throwing away trash. No need for an umbrella in the rain; he'd use Susanoo to shield himself.
"I didn't expect him to have the Otherworld Deity as well."
Bando's expression turned sour. Itachi was his trump card, but he had been taken by the opponent.
"However, with Nagato here, there's still a chance. If we win, the rewards will be immense."
Bando remained calm and prepared to focus his efforts on personally controlling Earthly Nagato, maximizing his strength.
With Hashirama's cells, acquiring Shizui's Otherworld Deity would give him another powerful ace.
Just as Nagato was about to take the opportunity to seal Earthly Nagato, the latter activated Divine Destruction, pushing Amaterasu and Nagato away.
"Summoning Jutsu!"
Earthly Nagato used Summoning Jutsu again, and white smoke appeared, but nothing materialized.
"A chameleon, huh."
"Divine Destruction!"
Nagato instantly unleashed a powerful repulsive force, sending the invisible chameleon flying.
The disabled Earthly Nagato was already a formidable opponent, and if he were to gain mobility through summoned beasts, the threat would increase significantly.
Itachi and Shizui connected their ninjutsu, eliminating the chameleon.
Earthly Nagato could absorb ninjutsu, but his summoned beasts could still be defeated by ninjutsu.
"Earth Burst Star!"
Nagato thought for a moment and clasped his hands together, gathering a massive amount of chakra in his palms.
He initially didn't want to use Earth Burst Star because it required a significant amount of chakra.
But if he kept dragging things out with Earthly Nagato, he might end up consuming even more chakra, so it was better to finish things quickly.
As Nagato tossed the small black ball he had formed into the sky, a terrifying gravitational force erupted, pulling Earthly Nagato uncontrollably towards the sky.
"Asura Path!"
"Earth Burst Star!"
Earthly Nagato first used the Asura Path's ability to grow two mechanical arms, which he inserted into the ground to stabilize his position. Then, he also consumed a large amount of chakra to release a small black ball.
"Everyone, use long-range ninjutsu! Destroy the black core, and we can break this jutsu!"
Naruto quickly spoke up when he saw Earthly Nagato using Earth Burst Star.
The suction power of Earth Burst Star was terrifying. If it weren't for Yubihayamumiyue's chakra warning, he might have been sealed by Earth Burst Star.
"Tailed Beast Ball!"
"Eight Plate Jewel!"
"Wind Style: Rasenshuriken!"
"Fire Style: Flame Emperor!"
Daito and the others swiftly gathered powerful ninjutsu.
Amidst the dazzling explosion of light, Earthly Nagato's Earth Burst Star shattered.
Some attacked the black ball of Earth Burst Star, while others targeted the ground where Earthly Nagato was standing, making it impossible for him to resist the suction power of Earth Burst Star, and he was eventually pulled onto the giant stone ball, unable to move.
Itachi seized the opportunity and controlled Susanoo to thrust the Ten-Tails Sword, which carried a sealing technique.
Bang!
The flaming longsword pierced through Earthly Nagato's body and deeply penetrated the giant stone ball of Earth Burst Star.
The moment the Ten-Tails Sword pierced, the connection between Bando and Nagato was instantly severed.
"As expected, without mobility, his strength has greatly diminished. He's not as strong as the parallel world's Nagato."
Bando couldn't help but punch the ground. Earthly Nagato was the strongest Impure World Reincarnation ninja besides Uchiha Sasuke, and losing him was a significant blow.
The most critical issue was that Bando didn't have the spare resources to send Impure World Reincarnation ninjas to capture the Nine-Tails and Eight-Tails, thereby holding the masked Uchiha Sasuke hostage.
"We can only rely on the real Uchiha Sasuke now."
Bando took a deep breath and regained his composure.
He still had his final trump card.
If things played out as he envisioned, he might still become the ultimate winner of the war.
"I'm sorry for causing you trouble."
Earthly Nagato, regaining consciousness, looked at the chaotic scene with an apologetic expression.
"Let's not worry about that for now. You were about to be sealed by my Ten-Tails Sword, and there's not much time left. If you have anything you want to say, please do so."
Itachi shook his head slightly.
He believed that Earthly Nagato must have many doubts at this moment.
Earthly Nagato turned to Nagato and asked with confusion:
"Can you tell me who you are?"
"My name is Nagato, and you can see me as another possible you."
It sounded a bit complicated, but there was no other way. This matter couldn't be explained in a sentence or two, so a more efficient method was needed.
As Nagato spoke, he flashed before the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato and placed his palm on his head, transferring his chakra to the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato.
In an instant, the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato understood what Nagato wanted to do, and the chakra connected them.
Chakra was a mysterious energy, and besides being able to transform into various natures, when people's chakras were closely connected, they could communicate deeply, even seeing each other's memories and feeling each other's emotions.
As this process unconsciously infringed on personal privacy, generally, no one would do it, as it was like openly exposing oneself to others.
However, since the subject was the already deceased and soon-to-disappear "self," Nagato didn't mind.
At that moment of connection, the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato saw a lot.
He saw Nagato's memories, his parents, who were no different from those in his own memories, and Nagato, who had awakened the Rinnegan after his parents' tragic death.
If it weren't for the closely connected chakra that let the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato know he was viewing Nagato's memories, he might have thought he was viewing his own.
Soon, the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato saw the differences between them.
A man named Sosuke appeared, and after examining Yahiko's abilities, he left. When he reappeared, he was already renowned in the Land of Rain as a "Ninja Sage."
Because of Sosuke's demonstrated abilities, Yahiko brought the entire Akatsuki organization to join the Shinshu, which Sosuke had founded, and together they fought for the peace of the Land of Rain and even the entire Shinobi world.
In this parallel world, they also suffered Hanzo's betrayal, but the outcome was completely different. Under Sosuke's protection, everyone escaped unscathed, with no casualties.
Yahiko didn't die, and neither did the rest of Akatsuki. The only ones who perished were the despicable Rain Village ninjas.
What a beautiful world.
Unconsciously, a smile curved on the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato's lips.
However, just as he thought this was enough beauty, the following memories opened his eyes even wider.
The fallen Hanzo had regained his self-respect and died honorably for the peace of the Land of Rain.
Nagato and Yahiko, along with others, thrived in Shinshu, restoring peace to the Land of Rain and significantly improving its security.
Haku, the elders of Akatsuki whom Nagato was familiar with, also improved and contributed to peace in their own ways.
Not only were they all alive, but they were also walking on the path of their dreams, the right path.
At this point, the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato was almost overflowing with satisfaction.
He hadn't expected that this wasn't the end, and the beauty of Nagato's world exceeded his imagination.
After the Great Ninja War, Yubihayamumiyue used new technology and the strength of the Leaf Village to force other ninja villages to cooperate in various ways, developing productivity while laying the foundation for the alliance.
In the end, at a grand Ninja Tournament, they decisively thwarted the conspiracy of the four ninja villages, established the Shinobi Alliance, integrated the power of the Shinobi world, and guarded the peace of the Shinobi world.
Yahiko's dream of peace, Nagato's dream of peace, and the dream of all of Akatsuki had come true.
"Thank you."
The Impure World Reincarnation Nagato smiled and thanked Nagato.
He was grateful to Nagato for letting him see such a beautiful world of peace before his departure and for introducing him to a great ninja like Yubihayamumiyue.
The Impure World Reincarnation Nagato believed that if he told Yahiko and the others about these things, they would surely be very happy.
The fact that world peace could be achieved was proven, but it lacked a qualified leader.
When their world also had a "Yubihayamumiyue," true peace would arrive.
"It's just a small effort."
Nagato shook his head with a look of melancholy, and his gaze towards the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato was filled with reluctance.
Compared to him, the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato had suffered far more.
Just when they had a warm home in Akatsuki, Hanzo and his men destroyed it, and they eventually strayed onto the wrong path.
"Naruto, keep going, become the 'Yubihayamumiyue' of our world."
The Impure World Reincarnation Nagato encouraged Naruto.
Naruto's heart was even stronger than his, and he imagined Naruto could go even further.
"Does that mean to be as great as Yubihayamumiyue? It's difficult, but I'll do my best!"
Naruto scratched his head in response.
The Impure World Reincarnation Nagato smiled, looked at Nagato, and spoke his final words.
"If possible, please convey my gratitude to the leader of Yubihayamumiyue."
Yubihayamumiyue had saved his life and the lives of all of Akatsuki, even if it was in another world...
After speaking, the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato faded from everyone's sight, absorbed into the gourd of Uchiha Itachi's Susanoo.
"He's really tenacious. Even with so many of us fighting, it's still so difficult."
Daito sighed.
The Impure World Reincarnation's immortality and infinite chakra were truly disgusting, and it was even more disgusting that the Impure World Reincarnation Nagato could absorb ninjutsu.
"What did you do, Shizui, to free Uchiha Itachi from control?" Daito asked curiously, feeling that such a method would be more suitable for Earth Nagato.
With Nagato and Earth Nagato, that would be two Rinnegan.
Perhaps without Moonlight taking action, the two Nagatos, along with their allies and the strong Shinobi Alliance, could defeat Uchiha Sasuke.
"The eyes I transplanted can use an illusion technique called Otherworld Deity, which can unconsciously modify the consciousness of the recipient's brain. I used Otherworld Deity to override the Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation control." Shizui explained.
"So powerful!" Daito exclaimed, widening his eyes. He hadn't expected Shizui to quietly possess such a terrifying illusion technique, and modifying brain consciousness was indeed terrifying.
"It's okay. The cooldown time for this technique is longer than that of the Divine Emperor, and it can only be used once every decade or so." Shizui shook his head.
Daito instantly felt that Otherworld Deity was not as good as Phantom God Aura, as it could only be used a few times in a lifetime.
"I've located Bando's position. I just need to use an illusion to control him and release the Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation, and all the reincarnated ninjas will dissipate." Uchiha Itachi confirmed and said.
Bando controlled the reincarnated ninjas by establishing a connection with his Chakra. Itachi located Bando's position through this connection.
"Bando's location? Should we split up?" Naruto thought for a moment and asked.
According to the Command Center's intelligence, Uchiha Sasuke was leading the Jinchuriki to the battlefield.
If they all went to Bando, the main battlefield might be left with insufficient forces.
"No need. Shizui and Naruto, you can continue to the battlefield. I can handle Bando alone." Uchiha Itachi expressed his thoughts.
"I am now an immortal reincarnated body. Even if Bando is the caster, he cannot control me now that I've broken free." Naruto subconsciously looked at Kakashi.
In his impression, Teacher Kakashi was also very reliable.
"Daito, mark Uchiha Itachi with the Lightning God Technique." Kakashi thought for a moment and said to Daito.
Uchiha Itachi's words were indeed true. As a reincarnated body with powerful illusion abilities, he was the best candidate to deal with Bando.
But putting all their eggs in one basket was not a wise move.
"This is where the Lightning God Technique comes into play. If the Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation is not released within a short time, either Uchiha Itachi has failed, or he is stalemating with Bando. At that time, they can quickly use the Lightning God Technique to get there and finish off Bando."
After confirming their tasks, Uchiha Itachi asked Naruto about Sasuke.
Upon learning that Sasuke had joined Akatsuki under Uchiha Sasuke's influence and intended to destroy Konoha, Uchiha Itachi was speechless.
Time was of the essence, and Uchiha Itachi didn't waste any time. After a few brief words, he set off to find Bando.
Meanwhile, Kakashi and the others continued their journey towards the battlefield.
"When facing Uchiha Sasuke, everyone must be careful. In this world, without Teacher Moonlight, Uchiha Sasuke has made many preparations in secret." Along the way, Nagato reminded them seriously.
After viewing Earth Nagato's memories, he realized that Earth Nagato's tragedy might not have been a coincidence.
Uchiha Sasuke had invited "Nagato" to join him, but was rejected. Shortly after, Akatsuki died, leaving only "Nagato" and Konan alive.
Then, Uchiha Sasuke appeared again, inviting "Nagato" to cooperate.
Nagato didn't believe that Uchiha Sasuke had done anything.
"This Uchiha Sasuke is truly evil!" Daito was shocked, feeling that all the misfortunes in this parallel world were caused by Uchiha Sasuke.
Naruto, Sasuke, Earth Nagato, and many others had suffered persecution at the hands of Uchiha Sasuke.
Even now, Uchiha Sasuke was launching the Great Ninja War to collect the Tailed Beasts and rule over the Shinobi world.
This was no ordinary villain; he was an ultimate evil that needed to be dealt with forcefully.
"Uchiha Sasuke has appeared on the battlefield in the form of Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation and is fighting the Fourth Division!" As they were rushing, Nara Shikaku's voice echoed in their minds.
The information was shocking, and everyone stopped in their tracks, looking at each other in disbelief.
It was common knowledge that only the dead could be resurrected through Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation.
Since Uchiha Sasuke had been reincarnated, it meant he was dead.
But the intelligence they received not long ago was that Uchiha Sasuke was leading the Jinchuriki to the battlefield.
"Could it be that Teacher Moonlight happened to kill Uchiha Sasuke?" Daito guessed.
Aside from Teacher Moonlight, he couldn't think of anyone capable of killing Uchiha Sasuke, who had six reincarnated bodies, within a short time.
Before they could think further, Nara Shikaku revealed the real reason.
"The Masked Man is not the real Uchiha Sasuke!"
(End of Chapter)
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