Chapter 131.2 : Obito Collapses!

Ah!

An interruption arises within the livestream.

[Excuse me, who is the mastermind behind Nohara Rin's demise?]

[A: Fourth Mizukage; B: Uchiha Madara, C: Yasao, D: Uchiha Obito]

Upon seeing these options, a discussion ensues among the viewers.

[Tsunade: While options are presented, you needn't necessarily solve the puzzle alone.]

[Fourth Raikage: Even within these options, Uchiha Obito is listed. Could it be that he's orchestrating events from behind the scenes?]

[Killer Bee: How absurd! Despite Uchiha Obito's current disposition, he still holds admiration for Nohara Rin. How could he possibly be involved in her demise?]

[Fourth Raikage: Individuals capable of slaying their mentors and clan are not beyond such acts. Recall Uchiha Itachi, who even ended his own parents' lives. Perhaps Uchiha Obito seeks to advance his Sharingan, and what better method than witnessing the demise of his beloved?]

[Terumi Mei: Fourth Raikage, your assumptions delve into darkness.]

[Uchiha Obito: Fourth Raikage, your words are baseless! I'll make you pay!]

[Fourth Raikage: Come at me if you dare! I've honed my skills to the level of the Six Paths!]

[Darui: Could it be Yasao? Concealed behind the curtains, Yasao may be entangled in numerous schemes.]

Upon reading this assertion, Beerus privately scoffs.

"It's absurd, how old was the master back then? They all thought the master was some ancient monster, but truth be told, the master was quite young!" Beerus grumbled.

"Master, can you believe that Darui actually suggested that Nohara Rin's death has something to do with you? It's absolutely outrageous!" Kumoko muttered indignantly.

"No need to get worked up over mere speculation," Yasao replied calmly.

Yaya inquired, "Master, do you know the answer to this question?"

Yasao nodded slightly. "Of course, the correct answer is B. The mastermind behind this incident was Uchiha Madara. However, there's no need to spoon-feed Uchiha Sasuke the answer; let him figure it out himself."

Yaya and the others nodded in agreement.

[Kakashi: In any case, it was the Kirigakure ninja who executed this plan, and the most likely culprit behind the scenes is the Fourth Mizukage, Yagura."]

[Tsunade: Indeed, the Fourth Mizukage holds supreme authority in Kirigakure. Who else could have ordered such plans but him?]

[Fourth Mizukage: It wasn't me. I had just assumed the position of Fourth Mizukage at that time, and there were numerous matters to attend to. However, I am aware of this incident and concur. But the mastermind behind this plan was an Anbu ninja. If it were my doing, Sasuke would answer to me!"]

[Uchiha Obito: And who leads the Anbu? That would be you too!]

"What's the correct answer?" Uchiha Sasuke frowned.

This was the final question. A correct answer promised incredible rewards, while a wrong one meant only ordinary rewards.

"Sasuke, don't you think the answer might be too obvious? Just like the previous two questions, the answer could be simple. So, perhaps the answer this time is A, the Fourth Mizukage?" Suigetsu suggested.

"I'm uncertain," Uchiha Sasuke shook his head.

"Sasuke, Uchiha Obito is definitely out. As for Yasao, we're unfamiliar with him, so we can't say. And Uchiha Madara, his status at that time remains unclear. Essentially, except for Uchiha Obito, the other three are suspects," Uzumaki Karin remarked.

Time was ticking, and Sasuke had to make a decision.

Thus, Uchiha Sasuke began to provide his answer.

[Uchiha Sasuke: I choose A, the Fourth Mizukage.

[Fourth Mizukage: Still sticking with me!]

[Uchiha Sasuke: Let's hope it's right!]

[Tsunade: The likelihood remains significant. Uchiha Obito likely perceives Fourth Mizukage Yagura as the mastermind behind this incident. Yagura, manipulated from the shadows, plunged Kirigakure into a Bloody mist, seeking revenge.]

[Terumi Mei: Hence, my strong resentment towards Uchiha Obito.]

The revelation surfaced promptly.

[Uchiha Sasuke gave an incorrect response!]

[Kakashi: You got it wrong?]

[Tsunade: What? The puppeteer isn't Fourth Mizukage.]

[Fourth Mizukage: See, I'm not the culprit; I simply concur, but I'm not the instigator.]

[Fourth Raikage: Could it truly be Uchiha Obito himself?]

[Darui: Or perhaps Yasao!]

At this moment, numerous ninjas tuned into the live broadcast, eagerly awaiting the revelation of the truth.

*Bzzt!*

Another image emerged.

In a dim subterranean chamber, stood a decrepit figure, reliant on the Gedo Statue to sustain his vitality. Beside him stood White Zetsu.

"White Zetsu, Uchiha Obito persists in defying my control, harboring desires to return to Konoha to reunite with Kakashi and the others. I can't afford to wait any longer. I shall orchestrate a scheme to have Rin perish before him, plunging him into the depths of despair. Once that happens, guiding him will be effortless."

"I'll manipulate Kirigakure's operatives to seize Rin, seal the Three Tails Isobu within her, then release her toward Konoha. I must ensure Namikaze Minato is absent from the village, for his speed and prowess could foil my plans. Sarutobi Hiruzen lacks the strength to halt Rin alone. Given Rin's temperament, she'll likely seek a way to perish, perhaps by sacrificing herself in Kakashi's presence. You'll claim to have located Rin and Kakashi, luring Obito to witness the tragedy. Remember, timing is crucial."

Uchiha Madara dictated.

"Understood."

White Zetsu acknowledged.

The screen faded to black at this juncture.

At this juncture, the undeniable truth emerged.

[ The correct answer is Uchiha Madara!]

[ Senju Hashirama: Cunning as ever!]

[ Tsunade: I initially suspected Yasao, but the mastermind behind it all turned out to be Uchiha Madara.]

[Kakashi: So, this is the reality of it all!]

[ Uchiha Obito: Madara, it's all because of you!]

Uchiha Obito's visage contorted in rage, his sanity slipping away.

Though reluctant to collaborate with Madara, Obito remained indebted for Madara's prior rescue, a debt that compelled his eventual acquiescence.

Yet, he never fathomed the depth of manipulation at play.

Rin's demise wasn't the result of Kakashi's or Minato's incompetence, but rather Uchiha Madara's ploy to sway Obito's allegiance, a ploy that led to Rin's tragic end.

In essence, her death lay solely at Madara's feet.

His misjudgment was glaring!

All fault lay squarely upon him, yet he had wrongfully cast blame upon Kakashi and Minato-sensei, even perpetrating the murders of Minato-sensei and his wife, Uzumaki Kushina.

In this moment, Obito's psyche fractured.

Dread seized him.

"Damn it, the Golden List has exposed my secret!"

Uchiha Madara seethed with fury.

Deep down, he knew the revelation spelled his downfall, yet he found himself powerless to halt it.

Exposed, with Obito now privy to his machinations, the certainty of his cooperation wavered, casting doubt upon the feasibility of his resurrection scheme.

"No, there's still the Golden List. If Golden List procures the necessary resurrection artifacts for me, I can still return and personally reclaim my Rinnegan from Obito. It's not over yet!" muttered Uchiha Madara, a glimmer of hope amidst his despair.

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