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Chapter 936: A Tough Battle Against the Cloud Ninja, I'll Take Care of Turtle Island!
Chapter 936: A Tough Battle Against the Cloud Ninja, I'll Take Care of Turtle Island!
"Let's go!"
Tang Ping looked at the four people before him without saying more, but he believed they all understood his unspoken message.
They were like a family!
After all, if they hadn't been trustworthy, he wouldn't have gathered them here today.
It wasn't that Tang Ping didn't understand the importance of confidentiality, but this secret wouldn't remain hidden for long. He feared that these individuals might harm others without knowing the full context, and that would be disastrous.
Indeed, it wasn't impossible for Akatsuki to turn on its own members on the battlefield, so this potential threat had to be eliminated.
Moreover, bringing them together made it easier for Tang Ping to manipulate Akatsuki in the future.
'Unbelievable!'
Sasuke followed the group, but this thought flashed through his mind.
He truly hadn't expected that so many Akatsuki members were loyal to the Scorch Sun Nation, and they were all original members.
In other words, Akatsuki had been infiltrated by Tang Ping since its inception.
"Our targets this time are the Jinchuuriki of the Nine-Tails and Eight-Tails, but you don't need to kill them. Just drive them off the island!"
Tang Ping issued the order.
Without Turtle Island as their hideout, the two Jinchuuriki would only join the battle.
The group silently nodded.
None of them objected to this command.
Even though they knew there were two Jinchuuriki on the island whom they had been trying to capture, they didn't hesitate.
While they could use the Tailed Beast Chakra to substitute for the actual Tailed Beasts, it wasn't without risks. Therefore, using the real Tailed Beasts was preferable.
As the temporary leader, Obito had given the order to capture the Jinchuuriki if encountered.
However, the four of them completely ignored Obito.
Their hearts already belonged to the Scorch Sun Nation, or rather, to Tang Ping.
Konan didn't need to be mentioned, as she had sided with the Scorch Sun Nation since the moment of Yahiko's death.
Kisame was even more loyal to Tang Ping, as he had been won over before the White Eye Wolf found him. Tang Ping had also shown him the current state of the Land of Water, ensuring his unwavering loyalty.
As for Sasuke, there was no need to elaborate; he was already the embodiment of the Scorch Sun Nation's will.
He only held back from fighting for the Scorch Sun Nation because he didn't want them to bear the consequences of his actions.
Lastly, there was Kakuzu!
He was the easiest to win over.
You just needed to understand one thing: his Ninjutsu and obsession.
Money!
Yes, it was all about money.
Kakuzu used to follow Konan's orders diligently because he could handle the Rain Country's finances.
Now that Akatsuki had been driven out, his loyalty to Konan was questionable.
But with Tang Ping's promise, he immediately pledged his allegiance.
The Scorch Sun Nation's finance department could be entrusted to him.
Indeed, with this promise, Kakuzu declared himself as Tang Ping's man, and Tang Ping shouldn't hesitate to give him a position just because he was a delicate flower.
There was no choice; it wasn't that he wanted to be a double agent, but Tang Ping's offer was too good to refuse.
The Scorch Sun Nation's commercial dominance was so overwhelming that it single-handedly overshadowed the entire Ninja World. One could only imagine the wealth it possessed, and it was no wonder Kakuzu reacted the way he did.
As for why Tang Ping made this decision?
It was because Kakuzu was genuinely useful.
Not only was he a financial expert, but with his personality, anyone who dared to embezzle or play tricks in front of him would surely be exposed and eliminated.
As for Kakuzu himself?
He enjoyed making and controlling money but never embezzled, making him a born finance minister.
With such a talented individual, Tang Ping wouldn't hesitate to offer him a position.
Thus, the five of them quickly rushed towards Turtle Island.
Among them, only Tang Ping wore a bone mask, while the remaining four didn't wear masks or straw hats; they simply wore their uniforms.
They were openly showing their identities!
Today, they were using Akatsuki's name to drive the enemy away, making them understand that they couldn't escape this great war no matter where they hid.
It could be said that Tang Ping went to great lengths to balance the powers of both sides.
Of course, if the White Eye Wolf's side became too powerful, Tang Ping had ways to weaken them.
After all, Akatsuki and Deidara were all under his control, and weakening them was just a matter of giving the word.
Upon reaching Turtle Island, Tang Ping instantly sensed something amiss.
"Eh?"
The concentration of natural energy here far exceeded that outside, almost catching up to that of the Sacred Grounds.
If this trend continued for a few hundred or even a thousand years, perhaps the Cloud Hidden Village would have its own Sacred Ground.
Yes, it was that difficult for Sacred Grounds to appear, which was why there were only four of them even up to this point.
Tang Ping was able to establish a new sacred site so quickly because he took a shortcut.
Faith Energy!
By utilizing it to accelerate the gathering of natural energy, he managed to rapidly accumulate a concentration of natural energy in Tanggu that rivaled the three major sacred sites.
But Turtle Island didn't have this advantage. Despite its abundant natural energy, it would still take hundreds or even thousands of years to form a new sacred site.
Tang Ping's interest in Turtle Island, a valuable treasure of the Cloud Ninja, grew stronger.
He wasn't worried about not being able to subdue it.
With his current strength, only those at the Six Paths Rank could pose a challenge; everyone else was beneath his notice.
He intended to use the Lightning Country as a 'dumping ground,' so he couldn't allow such a valuable item to remain in their possession. For safety, he had no choice but to put the Cloud Ninja through some hardship and take on the burden of Turtle Island himself.
"Try not to use destructive ninjutsu later!" Tang Ping's voice echoed from beneath his mask as he leaped onto a hundred-meter-tall stone pillar, sharp as a sword.
Yes, he wouldn't reveal himself.
This operation was Akatsuki's mission to capture the Tailed Beasts, and it had nothing to do with him.
After all, Akatsuki's intelligence was almost public knowledge. If he showed up, the enemy would instantly recognize his 'shell' identity.
Konan didn't say more; she maintained her noble and aloof persona and led the way, continuing to charge forward.
Ahem!
Given their relationship, Konan knew Tang Ping inside and out. She understood that he wouldn't waste words, though she didn't know why he was giving such instructions, and she had no objections.
As for whether they could handle two Jinchuriki?
She didn't even consider it.
With their combined strength and prior knowledge of the targets, they were only there to drive the opponents away, not capture or kill them. It would be too easy to accomplish.
Moreover, among them, besides Konan herself, there were two individuals with special advantages against the Tailed Beasts.
Whether it was the Mangekyo Sharingan or Kisame, both were extremely effective against the Tailed Beasts.
Not quite!
Kisame himself didn't counter the Tailed Beasts, but the 'Samehada' he carried on his back was highly effective against them.
It could slice away the Tailed Beasts' Chakra with every swing.
Kisame had been a key member in Akatsuki's previous missions to capture the Tailed Beasts, indicating his exceptional ability to counter them.
If it were a life-or-death battle, Naruto would surely 'awaken,' but in an expulsion battle like this, even if he became a perfect Jinchuriki, he wouldn't be their match.
Tang Ping, positioned at a higher vantage point, was responsible for observing discreetly, fearing that Naruto might 'break the rules' and awaken his full power.
If that happened, it would be Tang Ping's turn to clean up the mess.
Soon, Konan led the three others to the Real Waterfall, where they encountered Killer Bee guarding the entrance.
"Yo, you guys from Akatsuki, what brings you to see this old man?" Killer Bee greeted them with a rap, simultaneously blocking the entrance to the Real Waterfall.
Tang Ping had informed Konan about the Real Waterfall beforehand, so she was well aware of what lay behind Killer Bee.
However, she chose not to expose the truth, not wanting to ruin this valuable item. Understanding that Killer Bee was stalling for time, she glanced at Kisame and Sasuke.
The meaning was clear!
You two, who are skilled at dealing with the Tailed Beasts, take the lead. Konan and Kakuzu will provide support.
As for why they didn't all attack together?
Please, ninja battles aren't like ordinary brawls. If their coordination isn't seamless, they might not be able to unleash their full strength, and worse, they could hinder each other.
Even if Sasuke and Kisame fought together, they would need to adjust individually to avoid interfering with each other.
Of course, Sasuke's Mangekyo Sharingan allowed him to take on a supporting role.
Kisame, on the other hand, was the perfect choice for a head-on confrontation.
"Leave it to me!" Kisame said, revealing his sharp teeth as he lifted Samehada from his back and slammed it towards Killer Bee.
After learning about the relationship between Konan and Tang Ping, Sasuke no longer resisted and cautiously approached the battlefield.
With the Sharingan's powerful insight and the Uchiha's precise control, Sasuke could find opportunities to coordinate with his teammates.
Konan and Kakuzu, in addition to providing support, were also on the lookout for the unseen Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.
This mission was an expulsion, not an assassination, which was why they didn't rush into the Real Waterfall; they waited outside.
The battle officially commenced.
(End of Chapter)
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