In Naruto, build the strongest Hidden Mist Village.

Chapter 180 Meeting. Perhaps I should live in hell forever.

The White Snake Immortal has left.

Although he was still very dissatisfied with Kaguya Naoki's treatment of him, and harbored resentment, he also thought that one day he would teach this extremely arrogant guy a lesson.

But now he can't beat them.

Of course, decades from now, when Kaguya Naoki gets old, it's unlikely he'll be able to defeat her.

In fact, judging from the terrifying vitality he possesses and the extent to which he has explored the Sage Mode, whether he will grow old or not is another matter entirely.

If we can't beat them, then we have no choice but to cooperate.

Of course, the most important factor that prompted him to cooperate was that he truly saw in Kaguya Naoki the possibility of further advancing his immortal body.

Thousands of years.

There hasn't been a single time like this where there's a clear possibility that could allow him to go any further.

Putting aside the fact that he couldn't beat him, he genuinely wanted to cooperate with Naoki Kaguya so that he could reach a higher level.

That thing called face.

I'll find another opportunity to get revenge later.

The White Snake Immortal left, never to return.

Of course, he was afraid that if he went back, Kaguya Naoki would extort something from him again.

At that point, all he could do was sneer a few more times, make a few more threats, and finally have to agree, which would be too embarrassing.

"So, Orochimaru, the partner I found for you should be able to advance your research further, right?"

"Humph."

Orochimaru chuckled coolly a few times.

"No, no, no, Naoki-sama, this is to take the project you entrusted to me to the next level. As for the path I want to take myself, I hope that you can provide me with more resources after I complete this project."

"Ah."

"Don't be so ungrateful, Orochimaru. You can use the products promoted by the Cursed Seal, so how can that possibly help you achieve your dream of immortality?"

Orochimaru's smile deepened at first, then vanished instantly, leaving only a hint of pain on his face.

"But, Lord Naoki, what use would I have for such a small amount of natural energy?"

"As for using the power of the cursed seal to lead me to immortality, I don't think you're that naive."

"Why wouldn't you want to use the power of the cursed seal to improve your ability to perceive natural energy, and thus successfully master the Sage Mode that you couldn't master before?"

"If it's Sage Mode."

Orochimaru looked on with a look of reminiscence.

"How can Sage Mode grant me immortality?"

"Just a possibility of immortality."

"Since you haven't yet mastered the method to achieve immortality, why not try the Immortal Mode and master natural energy? Maybe that will allow you to find a new method."

"I understand."

"I will try my best."

"Of course it's more than that."

"Actually, I will soon give you new materials, new materials that will allow you to explore the limits of life."

Orochimaru revealed a fanatical expression.

"Then, Lord Naoki, wait to share eternal life with me."

"Eternal life?"

Naoki Kaguya's face showed a thoughtful expression.

"maybe."

Orochimaru did not take Kaguya Naoki's words of avoidance to heart.

No one can refuse immortality.

boom!
Just then, a plume of white smoke suddenly appeared inside the Mizukage's office building.

Naoki Kaguya's eyes narrowed as he looked at the familiar scroll pattern.

"See you later. Now, I'm going to do the last and most important preparation before the war begins."

Naoki Kaguya uttered a nonsensical remark and flew straight to the village entrance.

The group was left looking at each other, confused and bewildered. They could only sit and wait for Naoki Kaguya's good news.

However, they still didn't understand what kind of person or thing could be considered by Kaguya Naoki as the most important preparation before the start of the war.

"Obito."

"haven't seen you for a long time."

"Well, it's probably because it's been a long time since we met as neutral parties or friends."

Kaguya Naoki stood atop the tree, looking down at Uchiha Obito with an air of superiority.

Obito Uchiha looked up at Naoki Kaguya, whose robes were gleaming, and saw that Naoki's superior demeanor lacked the toughness and ruthlessness he once possessed.

Unlike in the past, there was no longer the kind of fight to the death that would break out the moment they met.

He simply accepted it all calmly before speaking in a hoarse voice.

"Lin, is she really still alive?"

"Alive."

"I want to see her."

"can."

"Is there anything I'm asked to do?"

"Or, what price must I pay to see Lin?"

Obito Uchiha was somewhat surprised.

He didn't think Kaguya Naoki wasn't a philanderer.

"No, nothing."

“I’m not trying to pity you for being a pawn and then let go of the past.”

"It's because, it seems, you haven't actually threatened me or caused me any harm all this time."

"In most cases, it seems that I have used your plans to get what I wanted. Since we have been working together for so long, why can't I let you meet Lin?"

Obito Uchiha remained silent for a moment.

This bastard.

He always acts so arrogant and self-important.

but.

He seems to be telling the truth.

It seems I really didn't gain any advantage over Kaguya Naoki at all; on the contrary, I was constantly tormented by this guy.

A nameless rage had just stirred in his heart when it vanished instantly.

He now has only one thought, one idea: to see Lin.

Nothing else matters, nothing is worth his consideration.

"Then, how should I see Lin?"

"Probably, maybe, you can go to the hospital yourself, find a girl who looks most familiar to you, and you'll be able to see Lin."

"She's probably at work right now, quite busy. We'll catch up after she gets off work."

"I see."

Unable to suppress certain emotions, Obito interrupted Kaguya Naoki.

"In that case, you can go now."

"Afterwards, I will personally go to the Water Shadow Building to talk to you about the future."

"it is good."

Having received his answer, Naoki Kaguya turned and left without further hesitation.

Only Obito Uchiha, watching the sky gradually turn red, silently lifted his foot once again and walked towards Kirigakure.

Then, with practiced ease, they approached the hospital hidden in the mist.

And it was at this moment that he saw a familiar head of white hair outside the Fog Shadow Hospital.

Kakashi the Idiot.

What are you looking at?

Are you watching Lin too?

Obito Uchiha hesitated even more.

Being in the absolute depths of hell, I dare not step into the beauty of the past.

I really don't dare to get close to the people who brought me joy in the past.

He really didn't want them to know that he looked like this.

He hesitated, but as Kakashi entered the hospital and disappeared, the desire to see Rin overwhelmed his hesitation, and he strode into the Hidden Mist Village with his head held high.

Another muffled thunderclap suddenly sounded from the horizon.

A loud bang.

Subsequently.

vigorous.

Raindrops fall like drifting clouds.

L.

He didn't know if it was the rumble of thunder that broke his reverie, or the drops of water that woke him up.

In short.

Obito Uchiha stopped again.

A cold-blooded, bloodthirsty killer could never take that final step before seeing Lin.

"Hello, how can I help you?"

"Come with me quickly."

"This gentleman."

"what?"

"oh oh."

"I'm leaving."

"You haven't seen a doctor yet, have you? Come on over."

"oh oh."

"No, I still want to leave."

"But I... I... never mind." In the end, Obito couldn't persuade the somewhat stubborn nurse and followed her into the building.

Too conspicuous.

Come in with him first.

Otherwise, it wouldn't be good if Lin saw it.

If Lin finds out, she'll definitely recognize me.

Obito entered the hospital, chased away the nurse, and took another step closer to Rin.

But he had already made his final decision.

Missed.

It's really gone.

Go see Kaguya Naoki, see what he thinks about the future world, and finally fight for Rin's better life. After atoning for your sins, go see her again!
Obito clenched his fist, looked up, and suddenly saw the familiar white hair again.

There are also blond and red hair.

teacher.

Mrs. Kushina.

The teacher's child.

Kakashi.

How did I end up here?

Obito immediately lowered his head to avoid being recognized, while his ears quietly perked up to catch their conversation.

"Kakashi, you've come to Kirigakure too!"

"You absolutely must come to my house tonight! Your teacher and I will cook you a truly perfect dinner!"

"Ah, really? Kushina, let's enjoy that kind of extravagant dinner ourselves, and not let Kakashi have a taste of it."

Kushina rolled her eyes at Minato.

Give it a hard push.

To Kakashi and Obito's surprise, Minato Namikaze stood firmly in place.

this is.

"This is?"

Obito and Kakashi asked questions at the same time.

At this moment, Kushina raised her head with a slight sense of pride.

"Of course it's thanks to Lord Naoki. Although Minato is still a sinner who hinders Kirigakure, he was still treated."

She couldn't help but smile as she said this.

"As you can see, Minato is recovering well now. Who knows, he might become the Minato-sensei you know again in the future?"

"Well, in that case..."

Kakashi suddenly didn't know what to say.

Obito is still alive.

Lin is also alive.

Mr. Minato is recovering.

The teacher's child was also born.

It is clear to the naked eye that true peace will be achieved thanks to Naoki Kaguya's efforts.

The future will be beautiful.

Even though Obito hasn't returned yet.

but.

I will try my best.

I will try my best to bring Obito back.

Kakashi Hatake clenched his fist tightly.

Will.

He gradually loosened his fist, not showing his emotions on his face at all.

Kakashi smiled.

"In that case, teacher, I must visit your home."

"Ah, in that case, let's go, Kakashi."

Minato glanced at Kakashi with a sympathetic look and couldn't help but sigh.

Kushina practices diligently every day in order to prepare a reasonable diet for the future Naruto.

As for the results of the practice...

Minato suppressed all the dull pain in his abdomen.

All I can say is that since Kakashi makes such decisions every day...

Then I wish Kakashi good luck.

Kushina was unaware of the deeper meaning in Minato's words.

He clapped his hands to himself, then shook his head.

"It's a pity that Rin and Obito weren't there, otherwise it would have been perfect."

After arriving in Kirigakure, Kushina rarely showed a hint of nostalgia.

That time, before the outbreak of war, was the time she missed the most and wanted to go back to the most.

Of course, things are good now too.

All the hardships come.

Obito.

still alive.

but.

How can I tell you teachers this news?

After all, Obito attacked you.

It must be a misunderstanding.

I will try my best to bring Obito back to us.

"perhaps."

Kakashi was about to speak.

Just then, a familiar voice rang out in his ears.

It was a voice that Kakashi, Kushina, and Obito, who was listening silently, all knew very well.

The sound made the latter sit up straight.

Lin.

It really is Lin.

Lin is really still alive.

Two tears involuntarily slid down her cheeks, even in the eye that was now just a socket.

After experiencing the extreme pain of loss, I saw Lin again.

These are tears of joy.

"Perhaps I can go to the banquet with you."

"Ok?"

"you."

"wrong."

Kushina suddenly stopped teasing and looked at the figure who, even with a mask on, still exuded the air of an old friend.

That hair accessory was actually taught to Rin by Kushina!
"You are."

"You can't say that here."

"However, tonight, Lord Naoki has allowed me to confess everything."

"Is that so!"

Kushina's joy intensified, to the point that she almost wanted to jump up.

"In that case, you must come to my home as a guest."

"Watergate!"

Minato had just guessed the identity of the person in front of him and showed a warm smile when he was suddenly startled by Kushina's raised voice.

"What."

"Hurry up, hurry up, let's get ready!"

"Can't you see what time it is?"

Kushina raised her fist, looking very impatient, while Minato agreed with a wry smile.

Kakashi Hatake looked at the scene before him, then glanced at Rin, who was covering her mouth and chuckling, and was slightly taken aback.

As the corners of his mouth curled up slightly, he couldn't help but think of Obito.

Where are you, Obito?

"It's a pity Obito isn't here, otherwise, it would have been another perfect moment."

Kushina shook her head.

"Naruto's check-up should be finished. We'll be going now."

"Okay, goodbye, teacher."

Kakashi snapped out of his daze.

"Wow wow wow."

"Naruto, it's Mommy, please don't cry."

"This is Dad, and this is Kakashi, your brother."

"And this lady too."

"Why are you still crying, Naruto? Stop crying! I really want to punch him! Naruto, please stop crying, be quiet, okay?"

The sound gradually faded from Obito's ears, and the entire corridor was filled with all sorts of passersby who had no connection with him whatsoever.

Obito wore a mask, his heart filled with despair.

I really do seem like a jerk.

(End of this chapter)