Chapter 83 : Kaguya's Rewards!

[Black Zetsu: Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo, Ōtsutsuki Hamura, everything you have is from your mother. Yet, for the sake of humanity, you sealed her away. This notion of "filial piety" is truly baffling. You are unworthy of that title.]

Black Zetsu went on a rant, expressing his disdain for how Hagoromo and Hamura treated their mother, Kaguya. 

His words carried significant information. It was confirmed that Sage of Six Paths and Hamura indeed joined forces to seal Ōtsutsuki Kaguya, and the moon turned out to be artificially made to seal Kaguya. 

Additionally, Kaguya's actions seemed unfavorable to humanity, leading the brothers to oppose her, much like the legends of Sage of Six Paths saving the world.

[Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo: It appears you are a creation of mother, born from the blending of Yin and Yang. Do you understand why I sealed our mother away?]

[Black Zetsu: Mother merely sought to produce White Zetsu.]

[Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo: You understand, then, that every White Zetsu was once a human before transformation. In the end, the Infinite Tsukuyomi is bad for humanity.]

[Black Zetsu: Yes, I'm aware, but ordinary people die, and helping mother is their honor.]

[Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo: You're quite heartless.]

[Black Zetsu: You and Hamura are ashamed of mother's actions.] 

[Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo: Yes and it may be because our existence is more a result of humanity's collective blessings. You can choose your path.]

[Black Zetsu: Ah, I was created by my mother anyway, and I have no need to consult you. If you choose humanity, consider her your mother. It sounds repulsive.]

(Hagoromo and Hamura remained silent. They had fought alongside Kaguya for months and attempted to reason with her but couldn't change her stubbornness. So Black Zetsu should be the same.)

[Uchiha Madara: Black Zetsu, so your name is Black Zetsu. Finally, you've shown your true face and are willing to talk..]

[Black Zetsu: Madara, you're too impatient. Isn't it obvious that when black and white part of  Zetsu separates, then I will be called Black Zetsu. Uchiha Ran could have told you that the "@" can verify if someone is online. Haven't you tried?]

[Uchiha Madara: Damn it! @Black Zetsu, you'd better come to me and kill yourself, or I'll make your life a living hell.]

  [Black Zetsu: Commit suicide in front of you? Are you a fool, or am I the fool? You're only fit to dance in the palm of my hand.] 

[Senju Hashirama: @Black Zetsu, what kind of language is that? It's infuriating.] 

[Black Zetsu: Idiot!]

[Uchiha Madara: Very well, excellent!] 

[Black Zetsu: I'm doing just fine. You should worry about yourself first!]

Uchiha Madara's eyes narrowed, a sense of foreboding settling in.

[Black Zetsu: @ Uchiha Obito, let me tell you, Rin Nohara's death was no accident.]

[Hatake Kakashi: What do you mean?]

Kakashi inquired about the Black Zetsu's reason for saying it. 

The blood on his hands, an indelible stain, was the demon haunting his heart. Over the years, he had awakened from this torment countless times. But now, he understands that Rin's demise was not a mere accident.

[Black Zetsu: Allow me to elucidate. This foolish Uchiha Madara fell under my deceptive spell. He sought to employ the Infinite Tsukuyomi to cast the entire ninja world into a shared Genjutsu, all in the name of peace. 

To unlock the Infinite Tsukuyomi, he needed to become the Jinchūriki of the Ten Tails. Oh, you may not be familiar with the Ten Tails—it is the Tailed Beast incarnation of the God Tree previously cultivated by Kaguya Ōtsutsuki, which later was divided into the Nine Tails and others by Hagoromo. 

Madara, to become the Ten Tails Jinchūriki, had to first obtain the Nine Tailed Beasts. Yet, by then, he was already aged and lacked the strength to forcibly capture the Tailed Beasts. So, he devised a plan to gather the necessary components for his resurrection and the Tailed Beasts' capture.

His first move was Uzumaki Nagato, to whom Madara granted the Rinnegan to manipulate him into performing the Outer Path — Samsara of Heavenly Life Technique at the opportune moment—reviving Madara himself and facilitating the capture of the Tailed Beasts. 

The second piece in this intricate game was Uchiha Obito, assigned to monitor and guide Nagato. In a bid to steer Obito towards darkness, Madara orchestrated the capture of Nohara Rin, Obito's beloved, by the Mist Village. 

Rin would become the Jinchūriki of the Three Tails, and Madara used a genjutsu to make her return to Konoha. There, she coincidentally crossed paths with Hatake Kakashi. 

What's even more uncanny is that, when Obito reached the scene, he witnessed Kakashi supposedly killing Nohara Rin. In truth, it was Nohara Rin who leaped in front of Kakashi.

Obito, ignorant of the actual circumstances, witnessed the woman he loved being slain by his closest comrade, and he spiraled into darkness, obtaining the Mangekyō Sharingan. 

I must say, Madara displayed exceptional foresight. He found the perfect pawn.

Regrettably, all these machinations were merely in service of resurrecting my mother.

Madara, you fool!"]

Black Zetsu appeared to be a coward mastermind hidden in the shadows, but perhaps bolstered by Ōtsutsuki Kaguya's name in the list and potential rewards, he started to speak about every conspiracy.

His words revealed more than intended, leaving the listeners to digest the information.

The expressions of those present turned dark, like a storm brewing.

"Nee-san, do you think our leader has been deceived?" Deidara furrowed his brow and looked at Konan.

Kakuzu, Hidan, and others also shared concerned looks. Their leader was in dire straits, and it left them feeling helpless.

"Are we going to change our objective now?" Konan asked while hiding behind Uchiha Ran.

"Infinite Tsukuyomi, is this truly your ultimate plan?" Nagato's eyes held a sense of foreboding.

Uchiha Obito had pretended to be Madara, convincing Nagato that the Ten Tails could bring about a "nuclear" peace in the ninja world. He had even summoned the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path (Gedo Mazo), and all of it was a part of a conspiracy.

"Brother Zheng can confront formidable adversaries like Lu Buwei, enduring humiliation and carrying heavy burdens. He'll fight back."

"Take a deep breath, as long as I have maintain my mindset, I can fulfill my wish."

Uzumaki Nagato sighed deeply, flipping through the pages of a book.

"Aaaaaa!"

"Ah! Kamui!"

Obito smirked in anger, slapping Uchiha Madara outright.

"Shinra Tensei!"

Uchiha Madara's eyes widened, radiating repulsion, deftly maneuvering to dodge the attack.

He could survive even if the earth moved and the skys turned, but he could be sealed.

Once locked in Kamui's space, there would be no escape, and if sealed, he would face eternal imprisonment.

"Susanoo!"

Uchiha Obito's eyes widened as he summoned a cyan giant, cloaked in a chakra-like coat, wielding the Kamui shuriken. He aimed directly at Uchiha Madara.

"Have you made up your mind to fight me?" Uchiha Madara said, releasing his arms from his chest. "If you die, Rin won't have a chance to return."

Uchiha Madara didn't fear Obito, despite the tricky Kamui abilities. But with the revelation of Black Zetsu's plot and the Eye of the Moon plan, he didn't want to eliminate this promising follower.

"Can you use the Outer Path — Samsara of Heavenly Life Technique in your current state?" Obito inquired after a moment of contemplation.

The humiliation from being deceived was insignificant compared to resurrecting Rin.

"No," Uchiha Madara admitted readily. "Only the Samsara of Heavenly Life Technique can't be used right now. Otherwise, wouldn't I resurrect whomever I desire?"

The Outer Path — Samsara of Heavenly Life Technique consumed varying levels of chakra based on the time of the person's death and the condition of their body. 

If the individual had been dead for too long or their body was missing, using the jutsu would be a life-for-a-life exchange. But Uchiha Madara was reincarnated, immortal. If he could use the jutsu, he could resurrect anyone at will.

"Why did you reveal so much, then?" Obito asked with a sly smile.

"I believe someone else can do it," Uchiha Madara replied, shifting his gaze to Obito's right. 

"Hm?"

Obito suddenly turned his head when he felt something.

"Uchiha Ran?"

"When did you get here?"

Ten meters away, stood a young man with black hair and black pupils, wearing a smile.

Who is this person, and why didn't Obito sense his presence earlier?

"I'm just a Shadow Clone," Uchiha Ran explained.

Uchiha Ran pushed up his glasses and continued, "I've marked this place with the Flying Thunder God Seal. I arrived before Black Zetsu could escape."

Obito's heart sank. This member of the same clan was much stronger than he had anticipated. If it weren't for Uchiha Madara's warning, he might never have detected this person's presence.

To his surprise, Uchiha Madara appeared nearby as well, and he had released the Shinra Tensei, which allowed him to sense Uchiha Ran's arrival.

Uchiha Ran spoke again, "Did you preserve Rin Nohara's body?"

Obito's eyes shifted, and he asked in a trembling voice, "Are you willing to help me bring her back to life?"

"Piece of cake," Uchiha Ran replied with a smile.

Uchiha Madara added, "But I have one condition."

Uchiha Ran raised an eyebrow, "What's your condition?"

After learning from Black Zetsu about the truth behind the Infinite Tsukuyomi and Ōtsutsuki Kaguya, Obito was determined not to follow that path again. Reviving Rin and protecting her became his sole purpose.

"Revive Namikaze Minato and Uzumaki Kushina as well," Uchiha Ran said with a grin.

Obito's body trembled, and he hesitated. After a moment, he replied, "That's….. Alright. After I bring Rin back, I'll make amends for my past actions. I won't be worthy of standing by her side otherwise."

Uchiha Ran nodded and formed a hand seal. "I'll withdraw for now. We'll discuss the rest later."

Meanwhile, Uchiha Ran had gathered valuable information.

"It seems Black Zetsu unintentionally did me a favor," he thought.

"Uchiha Obito is on the right path. Lord Madara, take your time."

[Uchiha Madara: @Black Zetsu, I have one question. About the Infinite Tsukuyomi and the Ten-Tails Jinchūriki, I read the inscriptions on the stone tablet left by the Sage of the Six Paths. Did you deliberately deceive me?]

[Black Zetsu: You're becoming smart, then suddenly you're naive. I've had a challenging but long life, and I've had plenty of time to tamper with the contents on the stone tablet, understand?]

[Uchiha Madara: So, you intentionally let me know that Hashirama's power could help me unlock the Rinnegan, and you did it on purpose.]

[Black Zetsu: Exactly!]

[Senju Hashirama: You're a cunning and unapologetic villain. You deceived Madara, manipulated me to end the decisive battle in the Valley, stole my cells, and initiated the Eye of the Moon plan. I call on the entire ninja world to unite and hunt this man down.]

[Uchiha Ran: Konoha is on board.]

[Terumi Mei: Kirigakure will do its part.]

[Onoki: Iwagakure is ready to cooperate.]

[Rasa: Sunagakure supports this initiative.]

[Fourth Raikage AI: I can't stand villains who hide behind the scenes. Kumogakure is in.]

[...]

A wave of opposition against Black Zetsu swept across the ninja world, and their concerns were well-founded.

[Black Zetsu: Good luck searching for me. Mother has received her reward, and it won't be long before she breaks her seal. When the time comes, she will cast the Infinite Tsukuyomi, and there will be no one to stop her.]

Black Zetsu's words left the ninja world in silence. Everyone turned their attention to the reward options offered by Ōtsutsuki Kaguya.

It was only now that they realized they hadn't paid attention to what Ōtsutsuki Kaguya's rewards actually were.

"Huh? No!"

But when they checked the Gold List, they found no information there. Ōtsutsuki Kaguya's livestream was dark as well.

Could this already be the end of her time to choose her rewards?

Then, they saw the announcement at the top of the Gold List.

[Gold List Announcement: The Bloodline Limit List event has concluded, and it will refresh every two months. After the refresh, the top 30 participants will be announced and rewarded.]

[Gold List Announcement: The next event will be the Summoning Beast List. The list will be announced in seven days, and only the top 30 will be admitted. Specific details will be shared at the end of the Gold List.]

[Gold List Announcement: While awaiting the list, the chat area will remain open with the same rules.]

[Gold List Announcement: Those on the list can now broadcast live for one hour a day. The streamer has the authority to impose restrictions on who enters the livestream room.]

[We look forward to seeing you in seven days.]

This message had been posted two minutes ago.

In other words, Ōtsutsuki Kaguya had quietly chosen her rewards for more than two minutes.

Who knew what rewards she had selected and why?

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