Naruto: Talent entry, starting with Otsutsuki bloodline

Chapter 124 Nagato, the Child of Prophecy, the Savior Who Protects the World (Thanks to the Alliance Leader Silent_Forgotten)
During the week that Izayoi waited for the Tenseigan to complete its fetal movement, the sensation created by the Akatsuki leader and the visitor from the moon did not gradually subside, but instead intensified.

As one of the main characters and also an organization of the Akatsuki in the ninja world, Amegakure, where it is located, has not become a forbidden area in the ninja world, but has instead become a popular tourist attraction.

During this period, people have been coming in the rain, specifically to visit this territory that was once ruled by a 'demigod' but is now led by the god of ninjas in the new era.

Indeed, after these days of development, Nagato's brilliance is growing, and his reputation is improving.

Many people believe that Nagato is the god of ninjas in the new era.

Because the visitors from the moon are outsiders.

Although Nagato was the leader of the Akatsuki organization, he was also the leader of Amegakure and one of the ninja's own.

Although they didn't know what that Gedo Mazo was, the ordinary people in the ninja world felt it was better for it to remain in the hands of their own people than in the hands of some strange lunar visitors.

In any case, even if a war breaks out, it will be a ninja war among the five great nations, and will have nothing to do with ordinary people like them.

Therefore, many people regard Nagato as a hero of the ninja world and a savior who protects the world.

The surrounding small countries have been secretly contacting the daimyo of the Land of Rain these days, wanting to submit to him.

The daimyo of the Land of Rain was stunned when he woke up.

When did his military base change hands?

And not just a demigod, but a ninja god of the new era! What a super boost!

In this era where even ninjas would refrain from harming the powerful and wealthy during wars.

Without a doubt, the Daimyo of the Land of Rain is the true chosen one.

"Nagato..."

Also pleasantly surprised was Jiraiya, Nagato's teacher, who was wandering the ninja world collecting information on mysterious figures.

Looking at the detailed intelligence in his hand, Jiraiya seemed to have misunderstood something and said with great joy, "So that's how it is. Is this what you meant by lack of knowledge, Nagato? The Gedo Mazo, the visitors from the moon, the Tenseigan—is this why you want to collect the Tailed Beasts, Nagato? To fight against the descendants of the Sage on the moon and protect the ninja world... Nagato, you really are the child of prophecy!"

The heavy burden in Jiraiya's heart was instantly lifted.

In his eyes, his disciple, whose temperament had changed drastically and who had become somewhat extreme, had not changed at all and was still just as adorable.

Their dream has always been to create peace and eliminate war.

The collection of the tailed beasts may not be for the purpose of ruling by force, but rather to protect the Gedo Mazo and fight against the Otsutsuki clan on the moon.

After all, with Nagato's current strength, he doesn't need any tailed beasts at all. With the Rinnegan and Wood Release, he can single-handedly sweep through the ninja world.

Tailed beasts are nothing but toys!

However, these people from the five great nations are too ignorant to understand the Rinnegan, Tenseigan, and the mysterious Gedo Mazo.

If it weren't for 'Otsutsuki Toneri' revealing his origins, no one would believe that people could actually live on the moon, or that descendants of ancient immortals had immigrated there.

However, the appearance of 'Otsutsuki Toneri', his puppet army, and his actions during this period have all labeled him as a villain.

Compared to the Akatsuki organization, which is law-abiding and occupies only a small corner of the land, these unscrupulous outsiders are the most terrifying existence.

Therefore, after becoming a hero of the ninja world and a savior who protects the world, the bounties for Pain and Sasori under Nagato's command were quickly removed from the black market.

The reward was a bounty on the head of the lunar visitor 'Otsutsuki Toneri,' with a reward of 1.5 billion ryo.

Such a bounty would be a great loss even for the daimyo of the five great nations, as it would exceed their annual military expenditure.

It is clearly a joint reward offered by various countries, with the cost shared equally.

After all, the ninja world now faces a common enemy, and everyone must unite.

……

"Wait, isn't our Akatsuki a terrorist organization full of rogue ninja? How come our leader has suddenly become the savior of the world?"

In Amegakure, the Akatsuki members who were having a meeting were all completely bewildered.

Just a few days ago, they were universally hated, S-rank rogue ninjas and terrorists who had to wear straw hats when they went out.

Only a few days have passed, and their leader, the biggest terrorist in the ninja world, has become the savior who protects the ninja world. They are all capable assistants and loyal subjects of the ninja heroes.

Even an old man like Kakuzu couldn't help but feel a little disoriented by this change in identity.

How did someone who's been a bad person for most of their life suddenly become a good person?
"It's just a politician's tactic," Black Zetsu said, revealing the truth.

"That certainly fits the style of those guys."

Sasori of the Red Sand, who had retreated into Hiruko again, said in a low, mocking voice, "Decades have passed, and everyone has forgotten the power of the God of Shinobi and the Asura of the Shinobi World. Now that they have witnessed a battle of superhuman strength, the leaders of the Five Great Nations and the Five Great Shinobi Villages must be having sleepless nights."

"After all, our Akatsuki organization is a rogue ninja organization. Those high-ranking figures must be very afraid of our counterattack, so they can only push things along from behind and give their leader a positive image as a hero and savior of the ninja world."

"In this way, if our Akatsuki organization wants to rule the ninja world, we will lose the support of the people and will not have a large number of followers like the God of Shinobi. Even if we succeed, we will be labeled as invaders and tyrants, and the remnants of the Five Great Nations will still have the hope of making a comeback."

“Once our Akatsuki organization doesn’t care about these things and is determined to overthrow the rule of the five great nations, they can also try to protect their own interests by preserving the good reputation of their leader.”

"……I see."

Deidara and Hidan, those two idiots, suddenly realized what was going on.

Immediately, Deidara said with a look of disgust, "Playing politics really takes heart. It's a good thing I didn't stay in Iwagakure, otherwise I would have become as cunning as this old man."

Kisame Hoshigaki grinned as he looked at Pain, who was sitting at the head of the table. "Boss, you've already revealed your true form, so why are you still showing us a puppet? Is your real body training? You're really working hard."

“Yeah, yeah… Leader, you’re actually a descendant of the Uzumaki and Senju clans, and you even awakened Wood Release, yet you didn’t go to Konoha. You wouldn’t be harboring resentment towards those countries that destroyed the Land of Whirlpools, and you’re planning to lead Amegakure to take revenge on them, would you?” Deidara excitedly chimed in.

"I really want to start the Fourth Shinobi World War. Lord Jashin must really enjoy seeing rivers of blood," Hidan said, arms crossed, full of longing.

The others ignored the two idiots, their eyes fixed on Pain, waiting for him to speak.

This meeting is definitely not meant to provide them with a place to chat casually; there must be something important to announce.

And this is indeed the case.

A figure emerged from the shadows and stood beside Pain; it was none other than Nagato, who was as young and handsome as a boy.

"I'm sorry, I was unwell before and unable to meet you in my true form." Nagato's words startled the Akatsuki members.

It wasn't that I was startled by his sudden appearance, but rather that Nagato's tone was too gentle, completely opposite to Pain's imposing manner and self-proclaimed godhood.

Just as the Akatsuki members were feeling uncomfortable, Nagato put his hand on Pain's shoulder and explained, "Actually, I am not the leader of Akatsuki, Pain is."

"What do you mean?"

The Akatsuki members' attention was diverted, and they looked at Nagato with puzzled expressions.

“Pain’s original name was Yahiko. He was my and Konan’s best friend and the true founder of Akatsuki.” Nagato said seriously, “Although he is dead, I will still create a ‘new world’ in his name, a world without war where everyone’s dreams can be realized.”

"So you must remember, Pain is still the leader of Akatsuki!"

The members of the Akatsuki organization remained silent.

They only felt that Nagato had a bit of a split personality, but they could sense his feelings for Pain and Konan, and they looked at this sentimental leader with new respect.

After emphasizing Yahiko's status, Nagato took out several rings from his person and placed them on the table; these were the exclusive rings of the Akatsuki organization.

"Leader, why are you giving us rings again? Don't we already have them?" Deidara asked in confusion, showing off the Azure Dragon Ring in his hand.

"Yeah, they're not going to give us spares, are they?" Hidan chimed in.

The others stared at the ring on the table with solemn expressions.

Even Itachi Uchiha activated his three-tomoe Sharingan, staring at the ring containing chakra, lost in thought.

"This is a new type of ring I made using the Rinnegan and Wood Release. I've engraved the summoning technique formula inside. You should all put it on." Nagato solemnly instructed, while also revealing a shocking piece of news: "If nothing unexpected happens, Otsutsuki Toneri's Tenseigan has now completed its evolution."

"Nani?!"

The Akatsuki members were immediately shocked and incredulous.

"Can the Sage's Eye evolve like the Sharingan?" Kisame Hoshigaki asked in astonishment. "I don't know."

Nagato shook his head and offered his analysis, "However, the reason he chose to leave was not because he was evenly matched with me, but because his brain suddenly secreted a powerful amount of chakra, which gathered in his eyes, temporarily preventing him from using his eye techniques."

"His Tenseigan possesses abilities similar to mine, both of which should be a type of Sage's Eye. However, his Tenseigan only has the abilities of repulsion and attraction, and does not possess the Six Paths Techniques and Yin-Yang Release of the Rinnegan, nor even the complete power of the Heavenly Path."

"Now it seems that it's not that he doesn't have the Six Paths Technique, but that he hasn't awakened it yet."

When he said the last sentence, Nagato's expression was filled with solemnity.

However, this solemnity was not directed at 'Otsutsuki Toneri', but at 'Uchiha Madara'.

The fact that the Sage's Eye can evolve not only frightened the members of Akatsuki, but also Nagato, making him realize something very serious.

The Six Paths Technique and Yin-Yang Escape were not created by the Sage of Six Paths; they are secret techniques that only the Rinnegan can use.

It's very likely an ability inherent to the Rinnegan!

So... why would someone who possesses the Rinnegan need to obtain the Six Paths Technique and Yin-Yang Release from outsiders?

Aside from being able to sense the presence of the Gedo Mazo, Nagato did not notice any changes in his Rinnegan throughout the entire process.

Nagato originally thought that this was what the Sage's Eye was like, so he didn't pay much attention to it.

But now, he has witnessed the evolution of the Eye of the Immortal.

Others' Sage Eyes can evolve, but my own Sage Eyes cannot, and its abilities need to be given to me by others. What does this mean?
Nagato didn't know Madara Uchiha's intentions before, but now he seems to have guessed them.

These eyes either belong to 'Uchiha Madara', or 'Uchiha Madara' found the ruins of the Sage of Six Paths and obtained them from there.

Because the Uchiha clan's bloodline does not possess the vitality of the Uzumaki and Senju clans, even if he transplanted Hashirama's cells and awakened Wood Release, he would not be able to unleash the power of the Rinnegan.

In addition, Madara Uchiha was too old, so they chose to transplant the Rinnegan into him, and then when the time was right, they would teach him the Six Paths Technique and Yin-Yang Release.

What is the best time?
Heretic Golem!

Based on 'Otsutsuki Toneri's' words, Nagato felt that the Gedo Mazo was not simply capable of sealing tailed beasts.

This 'treasure,' which has been guarded by lunar inhabitants for millennia and which they are now willing to expose their identities to retrieve, must be hiding a secret known only to the true possessor of the Eye of the Immortal.

At this moment, Nagato's vigilance and fear of 'Uchiha Madara' reached their peak.

As a result, the plan to recover the tailed beasts also began to falter.

If Madara Uchiha and Zetsu Black and White are both enemies, then they will definitely attack him after all the Tailed Beasts have been retrieved.

They might have left their own hidden traps on me as well.

Otherwise, they wouldn't dare help him regain his strength.

Of course, Nagato never told Konan these thoughts; he kept them hidden in his heart.

However, in his heart, his greatest enemy was no longer 'Otsutsuki Toneri', but 'Uchiha Madara'.

The members of Akatsuki were naturally unaware of Nagato's thoughts.

After hearing Nagato's words, they actually breathed a sigh of relief.

"So, does that mean that kid's evolution this time is just like Pain's Six Paths, becoming more comprehensive?" Sasori of the Red Sand said in a deep voice. "Then next time he appears, the strongest of his puppet army will not be Shimura Danzo, but 'Pain's Six Paths'."

“That’s right.” Nagato nodded. “Even if his Tenseigan has evolved, he still shouldn’t be able to defeat me. If he wants to take the Gedo Mazo from me, he must find a way to weaken the Akatsuki. The chances of him hunting you down are extremely high, just like starting a war in the ninja world and having Kumogakure bomb Amegakure.”

"I have now returned to my prime and have strengthened Pain's abilities, so there are no more limitations on its range."

"If you encounter danger, you only need to input chakra into the ring to trigger the summoning jutsu inside, and you can summon the Six Paths of Pain. The latter can also use the summoning jutsu to summon me."

"That way, even if you split up, you won't be afraid of being targeted by that guy."

In the end, Nagato perfectly embodied the aura of a shaman.

"That's really reassuring."

A smile also appeared on the faces of the Akatsuki members.

The fear he felt towards the superior combat power vanished instantly.

They were originally considering whether to take off their uniforms, hide their identities, and leave the Akatsuki organization to avoid being hunted by the insidious and mysterious 'Otsutsuki Toneri'.

Alternatively, they could stay in Amegakure and wait for Black and White Zetsu to find the enemy's trail before following the leader in a counterattack.

Now that they have the ability to summon Pain and even Nagato at any time, they are no longer afraid. They no longer need to stay in Amegakure and can resume their unbridled life as rogue ninja.

So, the Akatsuki members all put on the new rings and left the meeting.

Soon, only Nagato, Pain, and Konan remained in the conference room.

"Konan, there will be a lot of tourists in Amegakure these days, so thank you for your hard work." Nagato smiled at Konan. "Apart from village affairs, you don't need to worry about anything else. I will let Pain handle it."

"I understand." Xiao Nan smiled and nodded.

Nagato returned to his prime, and Konan's mood improved as well.

In particular, Nagato is now known as the hero and savior of the ninja world. Although it was a conspiracy by the politicians of the five great nations, it also reminded Konan of the original intentions of the three little ones.

Perhaps... they really were wrong before.

But it's okay, things are back on track now.

Nagato will definitely make this world a better place!

With that thought, Xiao Nan left with an angelic smile.

Pain followed closely behind.

Nagato was the only one left in the conference room.

Nagato finally sat down in the main seat, and said with an imposing air, "Come out, all of you."

As soon as he finished speaking, the space on the right side of the seat distorted, and a black hole the size of a fist appeared.

Obito Uchiha's figure flew out from inside and sat on the stone chair.

The Black and White Absolutes who had just left also emerged from the ground.

"Have you found the passage to the moon?" Nagato asked, looking at Black and White Zetsu.

“The passage should have a seal that hides chakra, and he has the Flying Thunder God Technique, so he wouldn’t leave any trace or scent,” White Zetsu said, shaking his head.

Nagato wasn't surprised. He turned to Obito Uchiha and asked, "Where did you get your Four Red Yang Formation? Was it from a scroll of the Uzumaki clan, the Leaf Village's Ninjutsu Library and Sealing Book, or perhaps the Cloud Village's Ninjutsu Library?"

“If you need the sealing techniques of the Uzumaki clan, I can get them for you,” Obito Uchiha said calmly. “Your Wood Release combined with the sealing techniques of the Uzumaki clan and the Preta Path of the Rinnegan can indeed achieve the effect of orthodox Wood Release.”

Seeing that 'Uchiha Madara' did not answer, Nagato abandoned his idea of ​​obtaining the Konoha Sealing Scroll from him and said seriously, "I need more Hashirama cells. Do you have a way to get them for me?"

Having never witnessed the true power of Wood Release, Nagato's original view of it was as naive as Mei Terumi's.

Only after donning the Tobi Armor and personally using the Advent of the World of Trees and the Wood Golem Technique did Nagato truly understand the power of the God of Shinobi.

Even if he possessed the Super Shinra Tensei, he would still be no match for Hashirama Senju.

The title of "God of Ninjas in the New Era" is somewhat undeserved.

Therefore, Nagato longed to obtain more Hashirama cells to make his Wood Release even stronger.

At that time, even if his Wood Release is not as good as Tobi's, as long as he wears Tobi's armor, he will be able to unleash even greater power.

Obito Uchiha hadn't expected Nagato's purpose to be this, and fell silent.

Beneath the mask, the Sharingan subconsciously glanced at the black and white Zetsu opposite them, as if exchanging glances.

Immediately, Obito Uchiha slowly said, "After creating White Zetsu, I didn't have many Hashirama cells left, but... I know that some people still have quite a few Hashirama cells."

(End of this chapter)