Konoha: The thirty-year-old Uchiha is not motivated.

Black Zetsu, who was carrying Uchiha Madara on his back, had a confused mind. The current situation was beyond his control, but since things had come to this point, he could only take things one step at a time.
"Ah~"

With a deep sigh, the Black Zetsu inhabiting No. 6's body showed a helpless look on his face, and carefully pulled out the black rods stuck in Uchiha Madara's back one by one.

"I didn't expect this guy to awaken Wood Release."

Watching Uchiha Madara's breathing gradually becoming steady, he couldn't help but feel a little emotional about his own feat.
When Black Zetsu was hiding in the battlefield, he wanted to stand aside and watch, but when he saw Uchiha Madara perform Wood Release, this old bastard who had been hiding for thousands of years almost jumped up in excitement.
Indra's reincarnation actually awakened the Wood Release!

This is a sign of the fusion of all power. Mom is saved!
However, he could not intervene in this super-model battle with his own strength alone. Fortunately, Uchiha Madara was able to defeat the enhanced clones even without the power of the Tailed Beast Knight.
Just when Black Zetsu thought he was safe, something unexpected happened. A strange man forcefully entered the battlefield and instantly reversed the situation.

Not only did he fight back and forth with Uchiha Madara, but after devouring a defeated clone, he evolved into a form that made Black Zetsu tremble inexplicably, and played with the extremely powerful Uchiha Madara in the palm of his hand.
After a few rounds, Uchiha Madara was beaten without any chance to fight back. His muscular back was full of black sticks, making him look like a big black hedgehog.

Black Zetsu was anxious.

Over the past thousand years, Black Zetsu has witnessed the deaths of many of Indra's reincarnations, and each time he chose to ignore them.
In his opinion, a reincarnated body that could not fuse the power of the universe was of no use at all. But this time was different.
Uchiha Madara used his outstanding performance to prove that he was the reincarnation with the greatest possibility of awakening the Samsara Eye so far. Black Zetsu could not bear to watch him die in Isshiki's hands.

But he also knew that he was only a few years older than others, and his strength was insignificant compared to the others. Not to mention saving Uchiha Madara from danger, he might be killed instantly by that terrifying man as soon as he showed his head.

Just when Black Zetsu was at a loss, he suddenly remembered the existence of Uchiha Madara and his teammates. Although Senju Tobirama's strength was average, he had many tricks and should be able to provide some help.
However, the situation on Senju Tobirama's side was not much better. He had just defeated a clone with all his strength, but a stronger one dropped in from the sky and kicked the white-haired man around like a ball.
When Black Zetsu saw that his opponent was in danger, he felt disheartened. Now there was no one he could rely on. Did he really have to wait another few decades?

"Nnd, it's better to rely on yourself than on others, let's fight!"

After much hesitation, Black Zetsu, who didn't want to miss the chance to save his mother, finally decided to go into battle himself. But before that, he needed to strengthen himself.
His first target was the exhausted and unconscious Jingzi. With the idea of ​​being familiar with the situation, Black Zetsu wanted to possess Uchiha again, but when he saw the curly hair on the other's head, he subconsciously felt a little bit of resistance.

I feel like it's going to be troublesome after possessing this Uchiha.

At this moment, he discovered Number 6 who was defeated by Tobirama Senju. Looking at the clone that was about to die, Black Zetsu did not hesitate too much and directly chose to steal the account.
【Spirit Possession】

The whole possession process was smooth without any obstruction. Black Zetsu quickly took over No. 6's body and discovered the defects in the clone's soul.
"What a fragile soul."

The clones created by technology do not have as strong souls as normal humans. It is also possible that Jigen deliberately did not strengthen their souls in order to better control these weapons.

Having learned the painful lesson of possessing Uchiha Tajima, Black Zetsu directly extinguished the flame of No. 6's spiritual consciousness that was like a candle in the wind, turning him into a true vegetable. He naturally became the new owner of this body.

Without having time to get familiar with his new body, Black Zetsu used his signature skills, and his entire body instantly merged into the ground, rushing towards Uchiha Madara.

On the battlefield, Isshiki stood in front of Uchiha Madara, whose back was pierced with black sticks, and found that this tenacious man had fallen into a deep coma. Recalling the opponent's tyrannical fighting power, he had a little thought of collecting it. The black stick in his hand slowly fell down.
"This body is also worth collecting."

At the moment he hesitated, the lurking Black Zetsu seized the opportunity and jumped up from the ground, grabbed the unconscious Uchiha Madara and dragged him into the ground.

"what?"

Isshiki came back to his senses immediately after seeing this scene, and threw the black stick in his hand fiercely, but it was too late. Black Zetsu, who had performed the Mayfly Technique, had already run a hundred meters away with Uchiha Madara.

"What a weird lurking ability."

Isshiki frowned. The perception ability that the Otsutsuki clan was so proud of could actually make mistakes.
He couldn't accept that someone was taken away from him, and he had to make the other person pay the price.

With this in mind, Yishiki flew up into the sky, locking onto the fleeing Black Zetsu with his white eyes, pouring out his deep pupil power.

[Spicy Scorpio]

"puff!"

Black Zetsu, who was running away, felt a chill on his back, and the next second he felt a heavy pressure falling on his body, as if he was hit hard on the back by a heavy hammer, and a stream of blood spurted out of his mouth.
Seeing that the repulsive force hit the target accurately, Isshiki prepared to use gravity to pull the escaping Black Zetsu back.

As a result, as soon as he raised his hand, an unhealthy red appeared on his face, the pale skin quickly faded, and the sharp horns on his head began to wither.
"Tsk! Is it time yet?"

A few seconds later, the high and mighty Otsutsuki turned back into an ordinary monk.

The elixir made from the clone could only temporarily restore Isshiki's strength. Worried about the outcome, he turned back into Jigen and no longer had the will to continue the pursuit.
After all, Uchiha Madara has already abandoned the Tailed Beast Card and lost the qualification to become the nutrient of the fruit. He can only be regarded as a human with collection value.

“Tsk~!”

At this time, No. 9, who had successfully planted the spores of the sacred tree in Tobirama Senju's body, returned victoriously, which also eased Jigen's originally bad mood a lot.
He stayed behind and ordered him to clean up the battlefield and recover the damaged clones one by one, while he opened the portal and continued to taste the red wine from the Land of Waves.

"That was Mother's power just now. Damn it, who is he!?"

Black Zetsu, who had taken a hit from the original Shinra Tensei, endured the pain of his internal organs shifting, and ran wildly underground without looking back, recalling the skill he had just activated while running.
As a living wedge left by Kaguya Otsutsuki before the seal, Black Zetsu has information about all of Kaguya's abilities.

As for the blow he had just received, he naturally knew it better than anyone else. It was a skill of the Rinnegan that only his mother and the rebellious son Otsutsuki Hagoromo could perform.
Shinra Tianzheng.

A thick layer of haze covered Hei Zetsu's heart. The appearance of this man disrupted the layout he had been working on for many years.

Black Zetsu panicked when he thought about Isshiki secretly collecting the power of the tailed beasts.
Possessing the power of the Rinnegan + collecting tailed beasts,

Does that man want to snatch my mother from me?

"This unstable factor must be eliminated."

With this thought in mind, Black Zetsu ran all the way with the unconscious Uchiha Madara on his back, and only stopped when he reached the most remote corner of the Ninja World.

"What should I say when this guy wakes up?"

After a short rest, the fatigue caused by the journey was swept away by the strong physique of Hashirama Senju. Black Zetsu stroked his chin and thought about how he should deceive this reincarnation who had merged with the power of all things after Uchiha Madara woke up.
After witnessing this terrifying method, Black Zetsu no longer wanted to continue to be the mastermind behind the scenes.
In his mind, the sudden appearance of Isshiki had become someone who was competing with him for his mother. As the most filial son in the ninja world, how could Black Zetsu let others get involved with his mother?
The only thing that can counter the Rinnegan is the Rinnegan.

Thinking of this, Black Zetsu's gaze involuntarily fell on the unconscious Uchiha Madara in front of him, his eyes full of determination.

He must be held in his hands. Uchiha Madara, who is about to awaken the Samsara Eye, is Black Zetsu's biggest trump card.

mind control?

Black Zetsu wanted to use the old method, but the experience of failure was like a thorn in his throat, so he immediately gave up the idea of ​​forcibly controlling Uchiha Madara.
"It seems that we can only cheat."

Touching his chin, Black Zetsu prepared to make up a grand lie to make Uchiha Madara willingly become the sword in his hand.

"But before that, let's build a secret base first."

Looking up at the desolate environment around him, Black Zetsu decided to build a nest for himself first, and at the same time provide a relatively comfortable environment for the seriously injured Uchiha Madara.

"Let me think about it. That's it!"

Walking to the center of the open space, Black Zetsu tried hard to recall his rich knowledge base and quickly found the relevant ninjutsu. He manipulated the clone's hands and slapped them on the ground, and the entire ground began to rumble.
[Earth Escape·Earthquake Core]

With a burst of earthquakes, a dark entrance slowly appeared on the ground beneath Hei Jue's feet.
"call"

After withdrawing his hand, Black Zetsu's face showed some realization. This was the first time he had performed such a large-scale ninjutsu.
As a living wedge, he did not have a so-called physical body. After possessing the clone, he experienced for the first time what it was like to be a human being.

Without time to continue feeling, Black Zetsu carried the unconscious Uchiha Madara on his back and walked into the underground base. Under the ground was a very wide hole. With the earth escape technique performed by Black Zetsu, the rooms were arranged in an orderly manner.

There is not only a huge training ground, exquisite meeting rooms, and a cozy lounge, but also a huge secret room that can accommodate the Outer Path Golem.

After placing Uchiha Madara in the lounge, Black Zetsu began to check his physical condition, but the result made him frown.
Uchiha Madara's body was completely shattered by the Isshiki Chakra Rod, all the meridians in his body were destroyed, and all the organs were also damaged to varying degrees.

"With such serious injuries, he is still alive."

He removed his hand from Uchiha Madara's beating heart, and Black Zetsu's face was full of doubt.
With this kind of injury, not to mention an ordinary person, even Hashirama Senju would be doomed to die.

"Huh? What is this?"

Suddenly, a faint light appeared on Uchiha Madara's chest, which attracted Black Zetsu's attention. Upon closer inspection, he found that it was a blue pendant shaped like a claw.

Reaching out and touching the gleaming pendant, a hint of surprise appeared on Hei Zetsu's face.
"With such a strong life force, no wonder he is still alive."

He could clearly sense the terrifying vitality contained in this inconspicuous pendant, and found out the reason why Uchiha Madara was able to survive successfully.

"What a good thing."

Black Zetsu couldn't help but nodded, but he didn't have much interest in this life-enhancing item.
As a product of Yin-Yang Escape, he is an immortal being.

"Then now we just have to wait."

With the help of this item, Uchiha Madara's injuries will be healed within a few days, and Black Zetsu can finally put his mind at ease.

In the following period of time, Black Zetsu began to take care of his newly built secret base, adding a lot of furnishings and some daily necessities that humans need.

"Gulu~Gulu~"

As thunder rumbled in his stomach, Black Zetsu frowned while holding a pile of clothes that exuded a pungent smell.

"What a hassle. I have to cook again."

His previous form did not require food, but now that he has possessed this clone, he has to eat, drink, defecate, and urinate like a human.
To this end, he added toilets and kitchens to the base to meet the daily needs of the body.

"Hua La La~ Hua La La~"

In the kitchen, Hei Zetsu was clumsily shaking the iron pan. After half of the food had been fried into a charred black color, he put it on a plate and began to chew with an expressionless face.

“Crack! Crack! Crack!”

"Gudu~"

"It tastes terrible."

Even though he had never tasted human food before, after having a body, Black Zetsu also awakened his taste buds and had his own judgment on the quality of food.

"That food called hot pot seems to be quite delicious."

With hard-to-swallow food in his mouth, Black Zetsu endured the protest of his stomach and recalled the night many years ago when he squatted beside Uchiha Gin and Uchiha Tajima, watching them eat the steaming hot pot with gusto.
The taste still remained in his memory. Relying on this memory, he forced a bowl of pig food into his stomach, wiped his mouth and stood up.

"Hiccup~ Time to change his pants."

In the lounge, after a period of self-repair, Uchiha Madara was lying on the bed, covered with a thin blanket. His face had become more red, and his body functions had returned to normal. He could recover at any time.

After Black Zetsu came in, he first did some basic checks, and after confirming that there was nothing wrong with Uchiha Madara's body, he reached out and lifted the thin blanket covering him.
Under the quilt, Uchiha Madara was wearing a plain hospital gown. Black Zetsu turned him over skillfully.
"really."

Touching the slightly damp bed sheet, Black Zetsu frowned slightly, then raised his hand to touch Uchiha Madara's belt.

"Oh~ I should have put a tube in him earlier."

This time I'll learn a lesson. Next time I'll definitely give this guy a few more tubes, and they'll have to be large ones. (End of this chapter)