Naruto: Talent entry, starting with Otsutsuki bloodline

Chapter 120 Enhanced Version of Nagato's Peak Performance
"Ban, what are you doing here?"

At this moment, Nagato's wariness of Obito Uchiha far exceeded that of Toneri Otsutsuki, the owner of the Tenseigan.

At least Izayoi revealed his purpose: he had come to retrieve the Gedo Mazo.

As for Obito Uchiha disguised as Madara Uchiha, Nagato still doesn't know his intentions.

Especially the abilities Yin-Yang Release: Black Rods and Six Paths Technique, which were all given to him by 'Uchiha Madara', who even helped him capture tailed beasts for free, is really too strange.

Nagato couldn't believe that the legendary ninja demon would be such a kind person.

With Konan not around and only the Deva Path and Asura Path remaining of the Six Paths of Pain, it's hard for Nagato not to suspect that Obito Uchiha is about to make a move when he suddenly appears in front of him.

Obito Uchiha was unconcerned by Nagato's wariness. As soon as he came out of the Kamui dimension, he adopted the posture of 'Madara Uchiha' and said in a low voice, "Nagato, you should be able to see that Pain is no match for that brat."

"So?" Nagato said expressionlessly, "Do you want me to retreat, or are you finally dropping the pretense of concealing your identity and preparing to take action personally?"

“My injuries haven’t healed yet, so I can’t use much of my eye power.” Obito Uchiha gave the same answer, but his voice was meaningful. “However… I can restore you to your peak condition.”

Nagato countered, "Since you have this method, why don't you use it on yourself?"

“It is precisely because of this method that I, a product of the old era, am able to stand before you,” Obito Uchiha said with a smile.

"...What method?"

Nagato mentally calculated Madara Uchiha's age and believed Obito Uchiha's explanation.

The oldest of the Five Kage, Onoki, is already seventy-six years old this year, but in front of Madara Uchiha, he is just a junior.

Kakuzu is from the same era as the First Hokage and Madara Uchiha, and he is 88 years old this year.

If it weren't for the Earthly Grudge, he might have died long ago.

But the 'Uchiha Madara' in front of him looked like a young man. In the face of the Rinnegan's ability to see through chakra, the left half of his body contained powerful Yang Release chakra, and his right eye contained powerful Yin Release chakra.

Without a doubt, he possesses a secret technique similar to the Earth Grudge Fear that allows him to prolong his life.

"hooligan."

Obito Uchiha suddenly uttered his pseudonym. Before Nagato could show any confusion, Obito's body writhed, and white substance extended from his body, eventually forming a White Zetsu clone beside him.

Unlike other White Zetsu clones, this White Zetsu clone has no face; its features are a vortex and an eyehole, but no eyes are visible.

"Hello, I'm Afei!"

As soon as Tobi emerged from Obito Uchiha's body, he saluted Nagato and asked a bizarre question: "Boss, nice to meet you. What does it feel like to need to defecate?"

Both his tone and voice were exactly the same as Obito Uchiha's portrayal of Tobi.

At that moment, Nagato instantly understood why this ninja demon was sometimes so unreliable and often did things that had no bottom line.

It turns out that the Afei wasn't him at all, but rather this special White Zetsu clone.

Staring at Tobi, who seemed to be materialized Yang Release chakra, Nagato narrowed his eyes slightly, then looked at Obito Uchiha and asked, "Tobi, is this the method you mentioned?"

“Abi is just one of them, you also need this thing…” Obito Uchiha took out a test tube from the Kamui dimension, which was filled with green liquid.

Looking at the test tube, Nagato asked in confusion, "What is this?"

Obito Uchiha's next answer instantly changed his expression.

"The cells of Hashirama Senju can also be called White Zetsu cells."

"……I see."

Nagato looked at Tobi next to Obito Uchiha again and finally understood why this non-human creature possessed such astonishing Yang Release chakra.

It turns out they were all products of Hashirama Senju's cells!
"You want me to inject interstitial cells?"

Nagato asked warily, "As far as I know, Konoha once conducted Wood Release experiments, and all those who were injected with Hashirama's cells died from their bodies exploding. How can you be sure that I won't be affected after being injected?"

“Because you possess the Rinnegan, as well as Tobi and the Gedo Mazo, and your bloodline.” Obito Uchiha raised his hand and created a sapling, saying half-truthfully, “The Sharingan and Wood Release possess the power to balance each other. This is the answer I obtained after transplanting Hashirama Senju’s cells after the battle at the Valley of the End. It is also because of his cells that I have been able to live until now, awaken Wood Release, and create Tobi.”

"The Rinnegan is the foremost of the three legendary dojutsu, possessing even greater power than the Sharingan. The Preta Path can absorb all energy and easily suppress Hashirama's cells. Even if an unexpected event occurs and the Preta Path cannot absorb it, you still have the Gedo Mazo."

"And you are a descendant of the Uzumaki clan. The Uzumaki and Senju clans are distant relatives and were the most steadfast allies during the Warring States period. The two clans often intermarried. Therefore, almost every member of the Senju and Uzumaki clans has the blood of both clans in their veins. Some descendants even experience atavism, like... you!"

Obito Uchiha pointed at Nagato and continued, "You were chosen by the Sage's Eye. Your chakra is far superior to that of members of both the Uzumaki and Senju clans. The Senju bloodline within you must have reverted to an extremely high degree, and its compatibility with Hashirama's cells is extremely high."

"With the help of the Rinnegan and Tobi, who is also a product of Hashirama's cells, you will not only be able to perfectly absorb the power of Hashirama's cells, but you will also awaken a Wood Release that is even more powerful than mine!"

Upon hearing this, Nagato finally felt tempted.

Normally, even if Obito Uchiha spoke eloquently, Nagato would still be wary and refuse.

Moreover, his dream is to make Yahiko a god and create a 'new world' in the name of Pain.

Even without Izayoi, he could certainly have done it with his abilities.

He disdained relying on such external forces, nor did he want to accept help from 'enemies'.

However, the appearance of 'Otsutsuki Toneri' made Nagato feel pressure for the first time.

The other person's Tenseigan is at the same level as his own Rinnegan, but unlike him, he is not disabled.

Pain's Six Paths, which separated the Six Paths Technique, was no match for him at all.

Once the other side has dealt with the Six Paths of Pain, they will definitely come after him, the outsider.

How will I face a heretic at the height of their power?
Therefore, Obito Uchiha's assistance came at just the right time.

But Nagato instinctively felt that Obito Uchiha couldn't possibly be so kind as to help him become stronger, and he was a little worried that Obito might have left a hidden trick in Hashirama's cells, or even wanted to take the opportunity to harm him.

After all, from beginning to end, neither he nor Konan trusted Obito Uchiha and Zetsu, and they were always on guard against them.

Seeing that Nagato was still hesitating, Obito Uchiha's next words completely sealed his fate.

"Don't you want to protect Yahiko and Minami?"

These words made Nagato, who was struggling with her inner conflict, make a decision instantly. With a firm look in her eyes, she said, "Let's do it. How do we transplant it?"

"hooligan……"

"learn."

Obito Uchiha handed the test tube to Tobi, who took it and skipped over to Nagato, laughing, "Boss, I'm going to possess you in a bit, so don't resist!"

“Come on.” Nagato nodded.

Immediately, Tobi's body opened up like a man-eating flower, enveloping Nagato's body.

However, his face did not close up; instead, Nagato's head was exposed.

Then, Nagato's hand involuntarily rose up, opened the test tube in his hand, and a vine grew from his finger, reaching into the test tube like a tentacle and absorbing all the liquid inside.

Thump— The next second, a loud heartbeat echoed in the dimly lit, enchanted chamber.

Nagato's eyes widened even more.

A sharp object pierced his left chest.

The liquid was aggressive, as if it were about to be injected into the heart.

Because of the deteriorating health and the increasingly low heart rate, the heart suddenly began to beat violently, but it was not a feeling of palpitations, but a feeling of rebirth and a powerful beating.

"Leader, use the Preta Path to absorb my Wood Release chakra."

Afei's voice rang in Nagato's ears.

Nagato immediately used the Preta Path ability to absorb Tobi's Yang Release chakra.

A transparent white light shield appeared, like a transparent glass ball, enveloping Nagato.

The next second, an incredible scene unfolded.

Within the light barrier, Nagato's emaciated body, with its skin and bones, sunken eyes, pale skin, and dry hair, was undergoing a visible transformation.

It's like an elderly person's body suddenly rewinding to their youth.

Despite being only thirty-two years old, in the prime of his life, Nagato, who was like a paralyzed old man, transformed in a short time into a handsome young man with fair skin, rosy complexion, and smooth, glossy red hair.

Both don't look thirty-two years old; Nagato was a paralyzed old man before, but now he's a teenager.

Upon seeing Nagato like this, Obito Uchiha's eyes, hidden behind his mask, were filled with shock and apprehension.

He underestimated Nagato's compatibility with Hashirama's cells, given that Nagato had awakened both the Uzumaki and Senju bloodlines.

There was absolutely no need for the Gedo Mazo. To be precise, it was the help of the White Zetsu cells inside the Gedo Mazo. Just a tube of Hashirama cells with extremely high volume and purity, along with the assistance of Tobi, the strongest White Zetsu, was enough to transform Nagato and bring him back to his prime at this age!
Even Nagato, who was previously known for his strength, could exert immense pressure on Obito Uchiha.

Now that Nagato has regained his youthful appearance and is wearing the Tobi Armor, he gives Obito Uchiha a suffocating feeling of being unable to defeat him.

If it weren't for the invincible Kamui, Obito Uchiha felt that even with Wood Release, he would have been mercilessly and instantly killed by Nagato.

I don't know if raising such a monster was the right thing to do or the wrong thing.
"Incredible..."

At this moment, Nagato was naturally unaware that he had frightened Obito Uchiha.

In fact, not only was Obito Uchiha frightened, but he himself was also frightened by his current state.

Before being drained by the Gedo Mazo, Nagato could only unleash the power of Shinra Tensei when he lost control.

When emotions are stable, the Rinnegan's only function is the six nature transformations, which even Nagato is unaware of.

After being drained of his life force by the Gedo Mazo and obtaining the Six Paths Technique and Yin-Yang Release from Obito Uchiha, Nagato gradually mastered the power of the Rinnegan.

By this time, he had become disabled and could only divide the power of the Rinnegan into six, creating the Six Paths of Pain.

He never had a so-called golden age.

But now, Nagato felt the vast, boundless chakra and life force within his body, a new change in nature, and the surging ocular power in his eyes…

At this moment, he was so strong that even he was afraid of himself!
"I...I'm about to be drained dry, Chief."

Afei's weak voice brought Nagato back to his senses.

A long-absent smile appeared on Nagato's handsome face, and he said gently, "Thank you for your hard work, Fei."

Crackling and whooshing sounds rang out as the wheelchair on Nagato's lower body, which also served as the control panel for the Six Paths of Pain, emitted a crisp cracking sound.

The black rods inserted into his back, which were also the signal receivers for the Six Paths of Pain, shot out from his body.

Nagato only felt a slight pain before the wound healed.

Emerging from the shattered wheelchair, Nagato felt no discomfort whatsoever, standing firmly on solid ground for the first time in many years.

It was as if... he had never been paralyzed at all.

He wasn't always controlling the Six Paths of Pain; he still remembered the feeling of walking.

His self-healing ability wasn't strong enough to allow him to immediately recover by forcing out the black rod and dismantling the control panel.

All of this... is thanks to Ah Fei.

"Psychic art!"

Nagato suddenly formed a hand seal and squatted down, patting the ground.

With a loud bang and billowing smoke, Pain, who had not returned to the battlefield after being blasted away by the Izayoi Repulsion Storm, immediately appeared in the dark secret room.

Having lost his control console and signal receiver, Pain had lost consciousness and reverted to a corpse lying on the cold ground.

Even the Rinnegan in his eyes has returned to its original state.

Nagato looked into Yahiko's eyes, as if speaking to a close friend, and said softly, "Yahiko, I can finally protect you and Konan again. Once I deal with that threat, you will still be Pain, still... the god of the new world!"

After closing Yahiko's eyes, Nagato stood up, and his entire aura instantly changed.

Surpassing the Five Kage, possessing a unique and extraordinary combat power in this era—Bakudan!
To describe such a powerful individual in three words, it would be: Super Shadow Level!

Looking at Nagato in front of him, Obito Uchiha asked, "Shall I give you a ride?"

"No need, I want to get familiar with my current body and this power."

Nagato shook his head in refusal, and his figure vanished in a blur.

Obito Uchiha also used Kamui, his figure twisting as he flew into a fist-sized black hole.

"Is there such a thing?"

On the battlefield, Izayoi, who had just easily defeated the Asura Path and was now surrounded by the Fourth Raikage and Killer Bee, suddenly turned to look in the direction of Amegakure, his face showing the same surprised expression as that of the Fire Cloud Evil God.

Because the secret room where Nagato was located was too dimly lit, and the Tenseigan did not have the ability to eavesdrop, and the attention of the main body and the wooden clone had just been on the battlefield.

Izayoi was unaware of the conversation between Nagato and Obito Uchiha; she only noticed that Nagato's chakra had suddenly become stronger.

But now, Izayoi sees Nagato leaving the secret room, wearing Tobi's armor.

Looking at the handsome young man with long red hair, Izayoi was not surprised but delighted, allowing the Fourth Raikage and Killer Bee to seize the opening instantly, arrive in a flash, and strike with their elbows.

"Lightning Release: Unstoppable Lightning Plow Blade!"

Faced with the combined attack of the AB duo, Izayoi seemed oblivious, still looking in the direction of Amegakure.

But the next second, the brothers flew backward like arrows released from a bow.

"I was originally planning to take advantage of the rare gathering to see if the system had any new mechanisms, but I didn't expect it to trigger such a butterfly effect." Izayoi's lips curled up slightly as he thought to himself, "This is really... getting more and more interesting!"

(End of this chapter)