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In the inn.
"My medical ninjutsu is limited and cannot heal you, especially since the muscles in your legs have atrophied, and more importantly, the meridians have necrotized. However, I have heard of a few methods."
Under the hopeful gaze of Konan and Nagato, Uchiha Yoru's expression gradually became solemn.
"The medical saint of Konoha, Sannin Tsunade, might have a way to treat this."
When Uchiha Yoru mentioned this, Konan and Nagato couldn't help but show a bitter smile, immediately dismissing this idea.
"Another option is to find a suitable match for legs and undergo limb transplantation. This requires nearly perfect matches for bone marrow and blood type, and there's a risk of rejection, so long-term observation and treatment are necessary."
Upon hearing this, Nagato and Konan frowned. Such medical ninjutsu was extremely rare, even among the Five Great Shinobi Villages.
More importantly, the need for long-term observation and treatment made Nagato and Konan consider absorbing the other party into their organization. However, when a third option was mentioned, they had other ideas.
"Another is the Fire Temple!"
"The Fire Temple?"
Under the dubious gaze of Nagato and Konan, Uchiha Yoru shook his head, discussing this almost hopeless possibility.
"It's rumored that the Fire Temple possesses senjutsu. The first Hokage, known as the god of the shinobi world, is said to have learned senjutsu there, though this is just a legend."
"Senjutsu is rumored to have great power, even capable of reviving the dead and instantly healing any injury."
As Uchiha Yoru slowly spoke of the rumors about senjutsu, he was secretly calculating. He wasn't lying; senjutsu was indeed powerful. Whether they learn senjutsu at the Fire Temple would only be beneficial for him.
After all, a stronger Nagato and Konan would only make Uchiha Obito wary. And as for Akatsuki being too strong? What did that have to do with him? Akatsuki's plan wasn't something that could be achieved overnight; it needed to be executed step by step.
Currently, Uchiha Yoru himself was in a precarious position, and Uchiha Obito was involved in the Uchiha clan massacre.
In other words, causing trouble for Uchiha Obito meant lessening his own burdens.
"Senjutsu!"
Seeing Nagato and Konan muttering to themselves, as if considering this the most feasible option, Uchiha Yoru chuckled and shook his head, "Senjutsu is a secret of the Fire Temple, taught only to the current head priest, a few elders, and the successor. It's not easily taught to outsiders."
Konan and Nagato seemed to have made up their minds.
"Thank you, Mr. Yoru." Although it was just some information, Konan, known as the little rich woman of the shinobi world, didn't hesitate to offer a generous reward. Seeing this, Uchiha Yoru's smile widened.
"Thank you."
While putting money in his pocket, a red book came out, which Konan didn't pay attention to. However, Nagato's eyes rippled when he saw it.
"Mr. Ye, do you also read this book, 'My Struggle'?"
Seeing Nagato attracted to the book, Uchiha Yoru smiled, holding the red-covered book, and shook his head teasingly, "No, I don't read it."
Under Nagato's disappointed gaze, Uchiha Yoru's next words lit up an inexplicable light in Nagato's eyes.
"However, I am the writer of it."
With a teasing look, Uchiha Yoru laughed and put the book into his ninja bag, saying self-mockingly, "It's just some of my own fantasies."
"No!"
At this moment, a fiery light burst from Nagato's hidden eyes under his red hair, a stark contrast to his previous indifference.
"I believe your book has seen through the true essence of the ninja world, even foreseeing another future for it."
Watching Nagato's fervent, fan-like demeanor, Uchiha Yoru awkwardly waved his hand with a smile, "Don't say that."
"It's just my feelings about the cruelty of the battlefield, and fantasies after the god of the Shinobi world from Konoha chose a path of peace and failed. This book is all about my ideal world. After all, everyone hopes for a better world. What if the god of the ninja world had chosen a different path?"
"Sir, in your book, you believe in the supremacy of bloodline, especially that the ninja world must change, using a new will to cultivate the land for the ninja world, to secure daily bread for everyone. This world makes me deeply emotional every time I read it."
At this moment, Nagato, far from his usual aloof demeanor, looked completely passionate. Konan, standing beside them, was taken aback. Although she didn't understand, she didn't interrupt the two and went to prepare tea for them instead.
Talking about the book, the two seemed to have found a common topic. Especially for Nagato, the man before him was the author. He had to clear all his doubts, even if it meant losing the chance to treat his legs.
"My Struggle" is a book written by Uchiha Yoru after Orochimaru was driven away. It tells the story of how the protagonist strengthens the chaotic ninja world with his own ideas and ultimately builds his dream ninja world.
Such imaginative novels are not rare, with many more direct books about becoming the strongest shadow or the god of the ninja world, and winning over a beauty.
This book is not popular, but those who are touched by it are attracted by its deep meaning.
"Sir, may I ask why you have such a bloodline supremacy concept? And the peace philosophy in the book."
Although it's just an idealistic book, Nagato is fervently passionate, only someone who has experienced all this can understand some of the idealism in the book.
The two quickly engaged in conversation on the same topic, and Uchiha Yoru, facing his fan, did not hesitate and began to speak nostalgically about his inspiration for creating the book.
"I have been through three wars, seen the cruelty of the ninja world's wars, so I've always wondered, why there is no peace in the ninja world, what kind of world would be peaceful."
"Konoha's Will of Fire, although it created the strongest ninja village, obviously did not create peace. I also understand the Will of Stone from Iwagakure, and others... Although they are successful examples, all of them have too limited a scope."
"But while on a long mission, I suddenly had an epiphany from two villages."
In this passage, Uchiha Yoru seems to be expressing a sentiment that no one else can understand. Nagato becomes an avid reader, eager to uncover all secrets, while Konan elegantly sits nearby, occasionally pouring tea for them as a faithful listener.
Outside the door, Uchiha Itachi is also listening intently. He knows about his teacher writing a book, but has never delved into its content or the pen name used.
Yoru narrates a story: "There were two chaotic villages fighting over a well. But with the appearance of ninjas, these once fierce villages became obedient under their powerful influence. The ninja then dug a well for each village, ending their disputes."
He continues, "Later, due to certain reasons, the ninja could only manage one village. Under his administration, this village, though not prosperous, was well-managed."
Nagato is lost in thought, realizing this isn't just a story, but reality. Even Konan is captivated by these tales.
Yoru, while narrating, reveals his emotions, especially when the story gets vivid.
He says, "A seemingly trivial matter became significant when I visited the other village, which plunged me into confusion. Without the ninja's presence, that village descended into chaos and even split into factions."
"The village head monopolized the well and exploited the villagers. Two groups seized the original well, leading to three factions in a small village. Initially restrained, these groups became more aggressive and greedy as they amassed wealth, leaving the villagers powerless against them."
"With weapons, these groups became more oppressive, forcing villagers to join them against others. Refusal led to relentless abuse and frequent bloodshed. In six months, the village's population dropped from several hundred to just over two hundred, filled with hatred."
Yoru's story, simple yet profound, deeply unsettles Nagato and Konan, as they realize these events truly happened.
"Is this not the evolution seen from small villages to the current ninja world?" they wonder.
Under their astonished gaze, Yoru appears sorrowful and contemplative.
"The ninja, upon returning, realized a truth while comparing the two villages: it is power that restrains human greed, and the strong who establish order. Even if life is harder, there is no chaos. The other village also had strong individuals, but their human nature was filled with selfish desires."
Yoru concludes excitedly, "So, why are there wars in the ninja world? Not because there are too many powerful individuals, but because there is no one with absolute power. If someone like the once 'God of the Ninja World' had eternal life, or if his absolute power prevailed, would there still be wars?"
Nagato and Konan are left in shock, seeing Yoru not just as a ninja or a writer, but as a visionary deserving their respect.
Nagato, resonating with this ideology, eagerly asks, "So you think...?" His own philosophy had only considered preventing war, but Yoru's vision was more encompassing.
Or perhaps, he only had a vague concept of the various past events, not even knowing them himself, but the other person articulated these vague concepts clearly, instantly resonating with him.
"Right! Who is the most powerful in the ninja world?"
At this moment, Uchiha Yoru showed a fervent expression, firmly stating, "It's the bloodline ninjas! They are born with immense power. Each bloodline ninja can take on two or even three opponents alone. And have you noticed, bloodline ninjas all come from powerful clans."
"In the civilian ninja class, I won't deny there are strong individuals. But if we count carefully, among the famous ninjas of various countries today, and over the past hundred years, we have to admit a fact: bloodline ninjas makeup eighty percent of the strong. Civilians don't even account for twenty percent."
"So, I believe bloodline ninjas are the future of the ninja world. What the ninja world lacks now is a person! Someone who can unite all bloodline ninjas!"
Uchiha Yoru became increasingly fervent, even looking at Nagato and saying, "If there is such a person, who unites nearly all bloodline ninjas in the ninja world, they will become the strongest force in the ninja world. Under this person's leadership, the voice that is emitted will represent the will of one person."
"Do you think there will be peace in the ninja world?"
In Uchiha Yoru's fanatical world, Nagato shivered upon hearing this, his body hair standing on end, looking at the other with a tingling scalp, his Rinnegan eyes hidden behind red hair filled with excitement.
A kindred spirit!
Although he somewhat disagreed, their philosophies were aligned. The other's belief in the strength of bloodline warriors was the same as his pursuit of the nine Tailed Beasts, and ultimately, their goals were the same.
That is, for the ninja world to express the will of one person.
"Sir!"
At this moment, Nagato looked excitedly at the other, while Uchiha Yoru, realizing he had somewhat lost his composure, scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly.
"These are my thoughts, born from witnessing the cruelty of the ninja wars, and then I wrote about my ideal world of peace."
Seeing Uchiha Yoru's sentiment, Nagato showed not a hint of mockery but admiration instead, nodding solemnly, "Sir, your talent is unparalleled in our nation."
This moment further enriched Nagato's concept of peace. Previously, he only thought that making the world feel pain, using the powerful force of the Tailed Beasts to instill fear in the world, would bring peace.
The process of which he only had a vague concept, unlike now, which seemed incredibly clear, as if the other person was sent by the heavens.
[This Chapter Is Sponsored by Red Rabbit! Everyone, please thank him in the comment!]
In the inn.
"My medical ninjutsu is limited and cannot heal you, especially since the muscles in your legs have atrophied, and more importantly, the meridians have necrotized. However, I have heard of a few methods."
Under the hopeful gaze of Konan and Nagato, Uchiha Yoru's expression gradually became solemn.
"The medical saint of Konoha, Sannin Tsunade, might have a way to treat this."
When Uchiha Yoru mentioned this, Konan and Nagato couldn't help but show a bitter smile, immediately dismissing this idea.
"Another option is to find a suitable match for legs and undergo limb transplantation. This requires nearly perfect matches for bone marrow and blood type, and there's a risk of rejection, so long-term observation and treatment are necessary."
Upon hearing this, Nagato and Konan frowned. Such medical ninjutsu was extremely rare, even among the Five Great Shinobi Villages.
More importantly, the need for long-term observation and treatment made Nagato and Konan consider absorbing the other party into their organization. However, when a third option was mentioned, they had other ideas.
"Another is the Fire Temple!"
"The Fire Temple?"
Under the dubious gaze of Nagato and Konan, Uchiha Yoru shook his head, discussing this almost hopeless possibility.
"It's rumored that the Fire Temple possesses senjutsu. The first Hokage, known as the god of the shinobi world, is said to have learned senjutsu there, though this is just a legend."
"Senjutsu is rumored to have great power, even capable of reviving the dead and instantly healing any injury."
As Uchiha Yoru slowly spoke of the rumors about senjutsu, he was secretly calculating. He wasn't lying; senjutsu was indeed powerful. Whether they learn senjutsu at the Fire Temple would only be beneficial for him.
After all, a stronger Nagato and Konan would only make Uchiha Obito wary. And as for Akatsuki being too strong? What did that have to do with him? Akatsuki's plan wasn't something that could be achieved overnight; it needed to be executed step by step.
Currently, Uchiha Yoru himself was in a precarious position, and Uchiha Obito was involved in the Uchiha clan massacre.
In other words, causing trouble for Uchiha Obito meant lessening his own burdens.
"Senjutsu!"
Seeing Nagato and Konan muttering to themselves, as if considering this the most feasible option, Uchiha Yoru chuckled and shook his head, "Senjutsu is a secret of the Fire Temple, taught only to the current head priest, a few elders, and the successor. It's not easily taught to outsiders."
Konan and Nagato seemed to have made up their minds.
"Thank you, Mr. Yoru." Although it was just some information, Konan, known as the little rich woman of the shinobi world, didn't hesitate to offer a generous reward. Seeing this, Uchiha Yoru's smile widened.
"Thank you."
While putting money in his pocket, a red book came out, which Konan didn't pay attention to. However, Nagato's eyes rippled when he saw it.
"Mr. Ye, do you also read this book, 'My Struggle'?"
Seeing Nagato attracted to the book, Uchiha Yoru smiled, holding the red-covered book, and shook his head teasingly, "No, I don't read it."
Under Nagato's disappointed gaze, Uchiha Yoru's next words lit up an inexplicable light in Nagato's eyes.
"However, I am the writer of it."
With a teasing look, Uchiha Yoru laughed and put the book into his ninja bag, saying self-mockingly, "It's just some of my own fantasies."
"No!"
At this moment, a fiery light burst from Nagato's hidden eyes under his red hair, a stark contrast to his previous indifference.
"I believe your book has seen through the true essence of the ninja world, even foreseeing another future for it."
Watching Nagato's fervent, fan-like demeanor, Uchiha Yoru awkwardly waved his hand with a smile, "Don't say that."
"It's just my feelings about the cruelty of the battlefield, and fantasies after the god of the Shinobi world from Konoha chose a path of peace and failed. This book is all about my ideal world. After all, everyone hopes for a better world. What if the god of the ninja world had chosen a different path?"
"Sir, in your book, you believe in the supremacy of bloodline, especially that the ninja world must change, using a new will to cultivate the land for the ninja world, to secure daily bread for everyone. This world makes me deeply emotional every time I read it."
At this moment, Nagato, far from his usual aloof demeanor, looked completely passionate. Konan, standing beside them, was taken aback. Although she didn't understand, she didn't interrupt the two and went to prepare tea for them instead.
Talking about the book, the two seemed to have found a common topic. Especially for Nagato, the man before him was the author. He had to clear all his doubts, even if it meant losing the chance to treat his legs.
"My Struggle" is a book written by Uchiha Yoru after Orochimaru was driven away. It tells the story of how the protagonist strengthens the chaotic ninja world with his own ideas and ultimately builds his dream ninja world.
Such imaginative novels are not rare, with many more direct books about becoming the strongest shadow or the god of the ninja world, and winning over a beauty.
This book is not popular, but those who are touched by it are attracted by its deep meaning.
"Sir, may I ask why you have such a bloodline supremacy concept? And the peace philosophy in the book."
Although it's just an idealistic book, Nagato is fervently passionate, only someone who has experienced all this can understand some of the idealism in the book.
The two quickly engaged in conversation on the same topic, and Uchiha Yoru, facing his fan, did not hesitate and began to speak nostalgically about his inspiration for creating the book.
"I have been through three wars, seen the cruelty of the ninja world's wars, so I've always wondered, why there is no peace in the ninja world, what kind of world would be peaceful."
"Konoha's Will of Fire, although it created the strongest ninja village, obviously did not create peace. I also understand the Will of Stone from Iwagakure, and others... Although they are successful examples, all of them have too limited a scope."
"But while on a long mission, I suddenly had an epiphany from two villages."
In this passage, Uchiha Yoru seems to be expressing a sentiment that no one else can understand. Nagato becomes an avid reader, eager to uncover all secrets, while Konan elegantly sits nearby, occasionally pouring tea for them as a faithful listener.
Outside the door, Uchiha Itachi is also listening intently. He knows about his teacher writing a book, but has never delved into its content or the pen name used.
Yoru narrates a story: "There were two chaotic villages fighting over a well. But with the appearance of ninjas, these once fierce villages became obedient under their powerful influence. The ninja then dug a well for each village, ending their disputes."
He continues, "Later, due to certain reasons, the ninja could only manage one village. Under his administration, this village, though not prosperous, was well-managed."
Nagato is lost in thought, realizing this isn't just a story, but reality. Even Konan is captivated by these tales.
Yoru, while narrating, reveals his emotions, especially when the story gets vivid.
He says, "A seemingly trivial matter became significant when I visited the other village, which plunged me into confusion. Without the ninja's presence, that village descended into chaos and even split into factions."
"The village head monopolized the well and exploited the villagers. Two groups seized the original well, leading to three factions in a small village. Initially restrained, these groups became more aggressive and greedy as they amassed wealth, leaving the villagers powerless against them."
"With weapons, these groups became more oppressive, forcing villagers to join them against others. Refusal led to relentless abuse and frequent bloodshed. In six months, the village's population dropped from several hundred to just over two hundred, filled with hatred."
Yoru's story, simple yet profound, deeply unsettles Nagato and Konan, as they realize these events truly happened.
"Is this not the evolution seen from small villages to the current ninja world?" they wonder.
Under their astonished gaze, Yoru appears sorrowful and contemplative.
"The ninja, upon returning, realized a truth while comparing the two villages: it is power that restrains human greed, and the strong who establish order. Even if life is harder, there is no chaos. The other village also had strong individuals, but their human nature was filled with selfish desires."
Yoru concludes excitedly, "So, why are there wars in the ninja world? Not because there are too many powerful individuals, but because there is no one with absolute power. If someone like the once 'God of the Ninja World' had eternal life, or if his absolute power prevailed, would there still be wars?"
Nagato and Konan are left in shock, seeing Yoru not just as a ninja or a writer, but as a visionary deserving their respect.
Nagato, resonating with this ideology, eagerly asks, "So you think...?" His own philosophy had only considered preventing war, but Yoru's vision was more encompassing.
Or perhaps, he only had a vague concept of the various past events, not even knowing them himself, but the other person articulated these vague concepts clearly, instantly resonating with him.
"Right! Who is the most powerful in the ninja world?"
At this moment, Uchiha Yoru showed a fervent expression, firmly stating, "It's the bloodline ninjas! They are born with immense power. Each bloodline ninja can take on two or even three opponents alone. And have you noticed, bloodline ninjas all come from powerful clans."
"In the civilian ninja class, I won't deny there are strong individuals. But if we count carefully, among the famous ninjas of various countries today, and over the past hundred years, we have to admit a fact: bloodline ninjas makeup eighty percent of the strong. Civilians don't even account for twenty percent."
"So, I believe bloodline ninjas are the future of the ninja world. What the ninja world lacks now is a person! Someone who can unite all bloodline ninjas!"
Uchiha Yoru became increasingly fervent, even looking at Nagato and saying, "If there is such a person, who unites nearly all bloodline ninjas in the ninja world, they will become the strongest force in the ninja world. Under this person's leadership, the voice that is emitted will represent the will of one person."
"Do you think there will be peace in the ninja world?"
In Uchiha Yoru's fanatical world, Nagato shivered upon hearing this, his body hair standing on end, looking at the other with a tingling scalp, his Rinnegan eyes hidden behind red hair filled with excitement.
A kindred spirit!
Although he somewhat disagreed, their philosophies were aligned. The other's belief in the strength of bloodline warriors was the same as his pursuit of the nine Tailed Beasts, and ultimately, their goals were the same.
That is, for the ninja world to express the will of one person.
"Sir!"
At this moment, Nagato looked excitedly at the other, while Uchiha Yoru, realizing he had somewhat lost his composure, scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly.
"These are my thoughts, born from witnessing the cruelty of the ninja wars, and then I wrote about my ideal world of peace."
Seeing Uchiha Yoru's sentiment, Nagato showed not a hint of mockery but admiration instead, nodding solemnly, "Sir, your talent is unparalleled in our nation."
This moment further enriched Nagato's concept of peace. Previously, he only thought that making the world feel pain, using the powerful force of the Tailed Beasts to instill fear in the world, would bring peace.
The process of which he only had a vague concept, unlike now, which seemed incredibly clear, as if the other person was sent by the heavens.
