Naruto: Uchiha is not Raikage!

"Heh, Xinxiao, huh..."

A red-haired ninja with delicate features walked towards them from a distance.

"Scorpion, remember to help Nagato collect the materials for making the puppet."

Obito turned to Sasori and said.

Nagato used "Outer Path Power" to create the puppets, along with the black chakra rods inserted into them.

However, many other things are interconnected with puppetry. Since we are currently short of people, we can make more puppets.

"Hmph, I know how to do art."

Scorpion said calmly.

Art should be enduring and beautiful, and it should be able to endure into the future... Only enduring beauty can be called art.

Creating puppets was his greatest hobby, aside from killing Uchiha Kiyoshi.

It was even a morbid love that led to the desire to transform oneself into a puppet.

"Chief, I truly envy you for possessing the Rinnegan."

Sasori stared at Nagato.

A large part of the reason Nagato joined the Akatsuki was that he was also a puppeteer.

The puppets he created were completely different from any other technique in the ninja world.

This is something only those with bloodline limits can do.

The power unique to the "Rinnegan"...

A hint of longing involuntarily appeared in his eyes.

If he also had the "Rinnegan," he could probably take puppetry to a whole new level.

"Having transformed your body into a puppet, you will never be able to use the power of the Rinnegan, no matter what."

Nagato glanced at Sasori.

Scorpion is a madman.

He transformed his body into a puppet, leaving only a portion of his own flesh and chakra in the core of his heart; the rest was no different from a puppet.

It cannot be described as either a pure human being or a pure puppet.

If I had to describe it, it would be a monster.

But this scorpion monster actually believes that this is the true essence of eternal art, the most perfect and best form of life.

It's really chilling.

"Hehehe... Why don't you change your body to look like that too? That way you should be able to... understand a little bit of what I just said..."

"This is a body that will not decay... The puppet can be remade again and again, so its lifespan is not limited. If you want someone by your side, you just need to create a puppet. However, the premise is that you really want someone by your side. It's not just about having more puppets. Collectibles value quality."

The scorpion began to explain its ideas.

Obito's brows furrowed tightly.

"Enough with this nonsense. Get to work on these things now."

After saying that, Obito left the place.

His mind was completely preoccupied with Nohara Rin's pregnancy, so he had no interest in Sasori's art.

"Did Madara Uchiha encounter any obstacles?"

Nagato watched Obito's departing figure.

He didn't know what could possibly cause such a turmoil in the emotions of an elderly ninja in his eighties or nineties.

"At such an advanced age, his chakra not only hasn't declined, but it seems to be even stronger than before..."

Nagato stroked his chin, seemingly having grasped something.

There must be some secret hidden within Madara Uchiha.

…………

Another location, the Land of Rain, the former Dawn Base.

Memories always quietly surface in the rain.

Outside the window, the rain poured down relentlessly, seemingly without end.

As if summoned by the dense sound of rain, Xiao Nan silently walked to the window.

Through the hazy mist, she could see towering buildings in the distance, piercing the gray sky.

The river beneath their feet, fed by rainwater, had its water level rising quietly and flowed slowly beneath the stone bridge.

This is Amegakure, an unchanging landscape, as if a world forever shrouded in a gray-white filter.

This land is surrounded by the Land of Fire, the Land of Earth, and the Land of Wind, and those powerful and greedy military superpowers use it as a battlefield for their rivalry.

War after war swept in, trampling on the fate of countless people.

Xiao Nan was one of them.

She lost her parents and the haven called "home".

From then on, he lived alone, scavenging for scraps of food amidst the ruins, barely managing to stay afloat.

Later, she met Yahiko, and then Nagato.

Through everyone's joint efforts, they established Akatsuki and took over the Land of Rain.

Everything is moving in a positive direction.

Nagato, however...

Pa tower.

Rain pattered against the windowpane, and Xiao Nan sighed.

She has already sent a letter to Qing Si.

Given Kiyoshi's speed in mastering space-time ninjutsu, he should be able to arrive at the crucial moment.

"Xiao Nan, I'll leave Mr. Kiyoshi's situation to you."

Yahiko's expression was serious.

Nagato's Rinnegan is incredibly powerful, and he can even share his abilities with the puppets he creates.

Furthermore, these puppets are connected by vision!

In other words, Nagato alone is equivalent to seven people.

He had absolutely no confidence in dealing with Nagato, let alone the mysterious and unpredictable Uchiha Madara behind him.

…………

Night fell quickly.

After dealing with the report at Konoha Hospital, Nohara Rin hurriedly returned and opened the door with a click.

She pressed the light switch in the entryway, and the room was instantly illuminated.

Because she was pregnant, Nohara Rin used the money she earned from doing missions and working as a doctor at Konoha Hospital to buy a house.

She brought some necessities from her parents' house and began living alone.

Nohara Rin didn't want to bother her parents and cause them worry.

"I'm still a little tired."

Nohara Rin gently supported herself against the wall with her left hand, bent down, and took off one shoe.

Then she took off her other shoe and removed her white socks.

Since she no longer needs to be a ninja, she no longer wears ninja shoes that resemble sandals.

She looked up at the empty room and felt a strange sense of loneliness.

Sometimes she wanted Qingsi to spend more time with her, but she didn't have any reason to go to him.

After all, Qing Si spends most of his time on cultivation.

Even though he is now very powerful, he has not neglected his cultivation in the slightest.

"Do you need my help?"

Kiyoshi helped Nohara Rin up and also caught a glimpse of the white, smooth soles of Nohara Rin's feet.

These are a pair of exceptionally beautiful feet.

"Kiyoshi, when...did you arrive?"

"I can't believe it," Nohara Rin said unexpectedly, a hint of surprise hidden between her parted lips.

"I've come all this way with you."

Kiyoshi smiled slightly, adjusted the bag in his hand, and said:

"I'll make you some soup to nourish you."

After saying that, Kiyoshi put his arm around Nohara Rin's waist.

Perhaps due to her pregnancy, Nohara Rin has become quite plump.

Just by gently lowering it, you can feel the weight of a peach being lifted.

Kiyoshi estimated that Nohara Rin had gained weight.

This is normal; there's an extra person inside her.

"I...I can walk by myself."

Nohara Rin's eyes were moved, her beautiful cheeks flushed slightly, and she bit her thin lips, unconsciously revealing a hint of shyness.

Based on her understanding of Kiyoshi, she suspected that Kiyoshi was probably not just there to cook her a meal.

They may also discuss some firefighting-related safety matters.

What if the child gets hurt?

Qingsi spoke.

The clone of Nohara Rin should have a higher physical potential than the original Nohara Rin.

At that time, Qing Si will have another medical genius.

If it weren't for the risk of large-scale cloning getting out of control, Kiyoshi would have wanted to build a clone army to work for him.

For example, cloning Hashirama Senju, or cloning... Otsutsuki.

In this way, there is a constant stream of living sacrifices that allow the sacred tree to grow.

Kiyoshi currently only lacks the chakra of the Five-Tails, Seven-Tails, and Nine-Tails before he can attempt to cultivate a mini Ten-Tails.

He could easily obtain the Nine-Tails' chakra; what he lacked were the Seven-Tails' and Five-Tails' chakra.

After the Hokage selection, Kiyoshi plans to visit Takigakure and Iwagakure to gather the remaining two types of tailed beast chakra and begin nurturing the Ten-Tails!
Are you really worried about the child?

Nohara Rin raised her face, her eyes glistening with moisture.

"Of course, it wouldn't be good if he fell."

Kiyoshi tightened his embrace, and Nohara Rin was almost pressed against him.

"Wait a moment, I'll be done right away."

Kiyoshi said.

With his S-rank chakra control abilities across all his esoteric techniques, using them to help with cooking wouldn't be difficult.

Fire Release, Wind Release, Water Release, and so on can all be used as helpers.

"How about I do it? Kiyoshi, you're currently selecting the Hokage."

"Selecting the Hokage doesn't affect anything."

Kiyoshi gently tapped Nohara Rin's forehead with his finger.

When it came to selecting the Hokage, he didn't bother trying to win over the ninja clans at all.

Connections and social skills are all meaningless.

Previously, Kiyoshi had to feign compliance, but as his strength grew, he no longer needed to do so.

Rather, it's more accurate to say that others are eager to have the opportunity to win him over.

"Alright, just wait here obediently."

Qingsi said.

After helping Nohara Rin to the sofa, Kiyoshi picked up the ingredients and went into the kitchen.

boom!
Flames erupted in his hands, and the black pot was lifted by magnetism and placed over the flames.

With a flick of his other hand, Kiyoshi drew water from the faucet, quickly washing the fresh ingredients inside.

Seeing Kiyoshi busy inside, Nohara Rin subconsciously touched her belly.

Perhaps Kiyoshi's image was etched deep enough, because looking at Kiyoshi's broad back, Nohara Rin bit her lower lip.

She felt an inexplicable urge, and her skin began to feel hot.

This is a normal phenomenon.

Hormonal changes, especially during special periods, can affect the brain's judgment.

Lost in thought, Nohara Rin returned to her bedroom, opened the closet, found a suitable set of clothes, and quickly stepped into the bathroom.

Kiyoshi, who was in the kitchen, glanced back, a hint of crimson flashing in his eyes.

Nohara Rin is getting more and more into it.

Qingsi thought so.

When he brought out the prepared dishes and soup, Nohara Rin also came out wrapped in a bath towel.

Below her delicate collarbone was a white bath towel, and even now, her figure remained perfectly in shape.

You can tell that Rin Nohara has a great figure just by looking at the outline of the bath towel.

The only part below that wasn't covered was her smooth and delicate calves.

"I'll go take a shower too."

Kiyoshi put the chopsticks down and then borrowed the bathroom in Nohara Rin's house.

Click.

After taking a bath, Kiyoshi pushed open the door and went out.

When he came out, he found that Nohara Rin had changed out of the bath towel she was wearing and was now dressed in other clothes. It was... an apron.

"Kiyoshi, would you like to eat first, or...?"

Qingsi raised his eyebrows.

Replied:

"I'm a greedy man, come on over."

He walked straight over.

Soon, the sounds of chewing could be heard.

Sometimes, when he eats too much, Kiyoshi will have a bottle of coconut juice to quench his thirst.

The night outside the window grew ever deeper, and moths gathered under the streetlights.

These moths greedily flew towards the light, trying to feel its warmth.

Inevitably, some moths will accidentally bump into their companions, causing friction.

However, as the number of moths increased, friction began to occur continuously.

As night fell, only the sound of moths gradually faded away.

A gentle evening breeze gradually masked these sounds.

Under the streetlights, a figure walked by looking somewhat tired.

"Obito, it's been another year. I'm one year closer to the day I can see you again in the Pure Land."

Kakashi's self-deprecating humor carries a dark twist.

The Dark Side will have many dark and bloody missions.

Even someone as cold-blooded as him would feel awkward.

Because sometimes, a mission can conflict with one's conscience...

Ninjas are tools, and the primary duty of a tool is to obey the orders of its superiors, not to act on its own feelings.

Therefore, sometimes when dealing with assassination targets, there are also companions from the village.

They were either leakers or spies who had already infiltrated the area.

But we all know each other to some extent and have met before.

Kakashi walked past quickly.

He was unaware that Nohara Rin had bought a house here, so he didn't linger at all.

The light filtering through the curtains cast a halo of light onto the outside world, creating a parallel effect with Kakashi's shadow.

They seem to be about to intersect and overlap, yet they also seem to never intersect.

……

The next day.

Kiyoshi opened his eyes and could still feel his arm being pressed down.

He turned his head and saw Nohara Rin's sleeping face.

Rin Nohara's face, now relaxed and unguarded, looked especially adorable.

Kiyoshi patted Nohara Rin's head with his hand, then gently stood up.

I drew back the curtains; it was just dawn.

Kiyoshi glanced at the time; it was exactly seven o'clock.

Despite his abundant energy, he actually has very low sleep requirements.

After making breakfast for Nohara Rin, Kiyoshi left her house without a word and went to the Third Training Ground.

"Hiruko's experiment seems to have attracted the attention of Konoha's higher-ups."

Kiyoshi stroked his chin.

Like Orochimaru, Hiruko secretly conducted human experiments.

However, Hiruko was even more radical and daring, conducting many human fusion experiments in Konoha.

During wartime, naturally few people paid attention.

It's normal for this to be noticed now that we're in a peaceful era.

Kiyoshi had no intention of doing anything.

Letting Hiruko roam the ninja world like this might yield more experimental data.

"Steel Release..."

Kiyoshi's skin began to harden, taking on a metallic sheen.

This is one of the four bloodline limits he extracted from Hiruko.

Through this period of chakra nature fusion, Kiyoshi finally mastered the "Steel" Release.

Harden the body to resist physical attacks.

The "Steel" Release technique is very similar to Kakuzu's "Earth Release: Earth Spear," but because it belongs to the Kekkei Genkai, it is only more powerful.

"Lightning Release... Black Spotted Blade".

Qingsi said calmly.

Raise the other hand high.

Crack!

A fierce black lightning bolt emerged from Kiyoshi's palm, weaving into the shape of a black panther.

Amidst the deafening roar of thunder, black lightning struck Kiyoshi's metallic palm.

The gust of wind whipped up by the black lightning caused Kiyoshi's black hair to sway behind his waist, and Uchiha's long robe to flutter wildly in the wind.

Kiyoshi lowered his head and looked at his palm, which was covered with a metallic sheen, leaving only a faint mark.

Gradually, the thunder stopped, and the gale ceased blowing.

"The 'Steel' Release technique, perhaps because my physical body is too strong, should be much more effective than the ordinary 'Steel' Release."

Kiyoshi secretly said.

The "Steel" technique is known for its physical defense, but its defensive capabilities are actually limited.

If it encounters a ninjutsu with too much power, it will only shatter.

"Better than nothing."

Kiyoshi lowered his hand, and the metallic sheen covering it quickly disappeared.

If he really encounters a situation, he can use "Steel" Release to temporarily enhance the defense of his eyes and prevent his Sharingan from being blinded by the enemy.

"You have mastered the entry: [Steel Release (Purple)]".

[Entry: Steel Release (Purple)]

[Requirement: Integrate the corresponding chakra nature.]

【Progress: (Completed).】

[Effect: Your speed in using "Steel" Release ninjutsu will increase by 100% from its original level.]

Your resistance to "Steel" Release ninjutsu will increase by 100%.

The power of your "Steel" Release ninjutsu will increase by 100% from its original level.

【Note: You can continue to advance later. 】

"It's doubled in strength, not bad."

Qingsi closed the panel.

The original "Steel" Release technique was somewhat useless; it would be better to use physical defense directly.

Now that it's been doubled in power, it might have a surprising effect at a crucial moment.

"After opening the 'Gate of Death,' can the 'Steel' Release technique somewhat counteract the tearing effect of the 'Gate of Death'?"

Kiyoshi stroked his chin.

The price of the "Death Gate" is death.

But it's not just a simple, direct death.

When Might Guy unleashed all his chakra to use the final gate of the "Eight Gates Formation," the "Death Gate," his entire body was burned dark, and his skin was covered with red cracks.

The right foot, which bore the weight of the force, had its cells, meridian system, and everything else reduced to ashes.

Even if you survive the "death" gate, your body will continue to be corroded by the injury.

For example, Matt Ke only lost one leg.

But can he open the "Death" gate again and use his remaining foot to unleash a "Night Kai"?

This is an unknown.

After training, Qing Si was able to open the seventh "scene" gate.

The reason it hasn't been opened yet is that Qing Si is unsure which version of the "Eight Gates Formation" Shennong used.

It is certain that Shennong's "Eight Gates Formation" is not as strong as the original.

It should be noted that after opening the "Gate of Death", one's strength can briefly approach the level of the Six Paths.

If it weren't for the fact that Ten-Tails Jinchuriki generally possess powerful regenerative abilities, Madara Uchiha would have been defeated by that kick.

Of course, this was also partly due to Rokudo Madara underestimating his opponent and wanting to take the initiative to try.

Gaara, Minato Namikaze, and Kakashi worked together to create opportunities for Might Guy to attack.

Several hours passed.

Kiyoshi stayed at the third training ground for a while to develop other ninjutsu before leaving.

He went straight back to the experimental base in the Land of Grass.

"How well are you adapting to the 'Celestial Incantation'?"

Kiyoshi said.

In front of him, a blonde woman was manipulating fireballs that swirled around her.

"Fortunately."

When Yecang saw that it was Kiyoshi coming over, her face showed a mixture of anger and shyness.

Kiyoshi has always been her hated enemy, and she has worked hard to overcome him.

As a result, this enemy transformed into her great benefactor.

This contrast made it very difficult for Yekura to adapt, leaving her with extremely complicated feelings.

"The 'Immortal Spell' also has a second state, which is the mode that can fully unleash its power."

Kiyoshi explained to Yecang that her current level of development was not yet sufficient.

"Is there even a second state?"

A hint of anticipation flashed in Ye Cang's eyes.

Once she masters the second state, her chances of successfully seeking revenge against Sunagakure will increase significantly.

"It's hard."

Kiyoshi shook his head. "You must be feeling the pain."

"The longer it is used, the more intense the pain becomes."

Ye Cang nodded.

"This is how it erodes you, and it's also a process of your body adapting. If you don't have enough ways to deal with it, your body will only continue to be eroded."

Kiyoshi said.

In the original work, Sasuke's second awakening state involved a lot of procedures, and he even took drugs.

It's really difficult for Yekura to develop something solely through her own willpower.

Kiyoshi's success was largely due to the fact that his "Sage Techniques" were a mixture of three different "Sage Techniques," combined with his powerful and adaptable body, which allowed him to comprehend State Two on his own.

The power of the "Curse Seal" has been perfectly developed.

What was planted in Yekura's body was a "Sage Spell" that intertwined "Sage Technique" and "Spell Seal". Developing the second state of it is much more difficult than developing the second state of a simple "Spell Seal".

"This is your next task."

Kiyoshi took out a scroll and gave it to Yekura.

The gist of the task is to have Yekura collect information on various ruins in the Land of Wind.

This kind of matter is best left to Yoshikura, a true-blue citizen of the Land of Wind.

I've learned about many local customs, traditions, myths, and legends from childhood through exposure to them.

Qing Si plans to search for Loulan.

According to Yamato's description in the movie, the dragon vein beneath Loulan is a massive collection of flowing energy; simply put, the dragon vein possesses an almost inexhaustible amount of chakra.

Kiyoshi estimates that this is the opinion of one person from Yamato.

If there were truly an endless supply of chakra, why would the Divine Tree have drained the Earth's energy?
Furthermore, the energy of the dragon veins may even be deeply connected to the so-called "planetary chakra."

The original plan was for Minato Namikaze to use a magic seal, but due to Kiyoshi's butterfly effect, the war lasted for several more years.

Therefore, the story of Minato Namikaze going to Loulan could not have happened.

Kiyoshi was also very interested in studying this force.

If we can thoroughly understand it, we might be able to control the power of time.

Almost all space-time ninjutsu in the ninja world can actually be considered space ninjutsu, as they do not involve time.

If one had mastered the power of time, even if the Otsutsuki clan attacked in large numbers, Kiyoshi did not believe that he would be powerless to fight back.

The reason we say it's only enough for one battle is because many members of the Otsutsuki clan actually know time-related techniques.

For example, Otsutsuki Toneri was able to send Boruto back to the Sengoku period.

Only four conditions need to be met: first, entering the special space "Gathering Time Gap"; second, utilizing the power of the dragon veins flowing on the earth on the night of the full moon; third, having related memories or objects; and finally, the power of the Otsutsuki clan.

Otherwise, Boruto wouldn't have been able to travel through time and go back to change Hikaru Uchiha's fate. (End of Chapter)