and,

The opponent's growth rate is too fast. They have even acquired a power like the Land of Hot Water, which allows them to stand firmly among the four kingdoms of Lightning, Fire, Iron, and even Water. If we continue to let them develop, they will inevitably become an obstacle to our side in the near future.

Therefore,

A sharp and resolute ray of light suddenly burst forth from the dark cave.

"Since Xiaonan and you have reached an agreement."

"Then it's time to settle things between you and the Akatsuki."

Nagato's will was conveyed through the Heavenly Dao.

If one ignored the other's deep purple eyes, the words uttered from this young body seemed to come from Yahiko's own will.

"Nagato."

Upon hearing the sound, Xiao Nan's heart skipped a beat, and she even instinctively called out.

In her view, it doesn't matter which camp the two sides belong to, or what their main purpose in coming here is.

However, it is not advisable to become enemies now.

After all, the other party had kept their promise from five years ago and given them a way to find the truth of the past.

Whether that guy named Uchiha Madara is a fraud or not will soon be revealed!

However, Nagato did not give in to Konan's wishes.

Because she hadn't seen that terrifying future, she didn't know what the consequences would be if she let this guy leave so easily!

The future envisioned by Project Eye of the Moon

It's not just what he's pursuing right now, but also what Yahiko wants to see!

Therefore, he is determined to achieve his goal no matter what, eliminating everything that could become an obstacle or a hidden danger!

"Xiao Nan, your agreement has come to an end."

"In the meantime, we also allowed the remnants of Amegakure to leave."

"Therefore, this deal is fair, and no one owes anyone anything."

The cold words were uttered from the mouth of the Heavenly Dao, and the drizzling rain falling on him carried an inexplicable sense of desolation.

And that's where the confidence comes from.

The Land of Rain is their home turf, and it's the three-tailed beast they've already hunted!

"However, the value of this secret technique has far exceeded..."

Xiao Nan wanted to say something more.

Having just received a promise from the other party, to immediately break off relations is not in line with her values.

Even if we're at odds, that should start from our next meeting, not here, at this moment.

Although the reason the boy in front of me chose to come at this moment was largely to collect Hanzo's body, there must also be another reason for him to fulfill his promise to me.

Otherwise, there would be no need for him to infiltrate in person, let alone perform this ninjutsu in front of them to prove that what he said was true. It would be safer and more convenient to have the salamander take Hanzo's body away directly.

"It's okay,"

"If you want to fight again."

However, before Xiao Nan could finish speaking, Huang had already retorted without showing any weakness.

Rainwater slid slowly down his rain hat twice, revealing a fearless and undaunted face that had lost its youthful innocence.

Meanwhile, the salamander Ibuki beside him roared in a low voice, for it harbored a great hatred for this line of ninjas!

"Uchiha Ara, get out."

"Leave now!"

This interruption caused a faint blush of anger to rise on Xiao Nan's cheeks.

She had intended to resolve the conflict, but she never expected that the outsider she had tried to protect for the first time would be so ungrateful.

Did they really think that the Land of Rain could come and go as they pleased, or did they feel that the two of them couldn't possibly keep them here?

"The next time we meet, we'll be enemies."

"If you dare to hinder Xiao's actions."

At the same time, he also added a qualifier.

Firstly, it was to let Nagato know that she had not betrayed Akatsuki, even though she was certain that the other party would not suspect her of this. Secondly, it was to give Nagato a sufficient warning.

The fact that the other party came alone to fulfill his promise greatly improved Xiao Nan's impression of him.

But unexpectedly,

"Xiao Nan, senior."

"Payne is right. In a sense, the deal is done, and you don't owe me anything."

Huang found a more formal way to address him and spoke earnestly while meeting the other person's gaze.

Because, in this respect, respect is mutual.

"As long as Itachi exists in Akatsuki, we will be the enemy."

He also stated his position.

The reason they haven't taken action yet is because they can't sense the traitor's presence in this city.

He must have been sent out on a mission.

These words immediately plunged the already tense atmosphere to an even lower level.

Konan's face showed a helpless expression. This was the Uchiha, the Uchiha who possessed both pride and unyielding spirit!

She had seen the same thing in Itachi Uchiha, who was targeted by almost the entire organization.

On the contrary, no trace of the clan's characteristics could be found in that gloomy guy who claimed to be Uchiha Madara.

"However, I really don't understand."

"Where exactly does your confidence come from this time?"

"Is it because my men aren't here, or are you still planning to rely on those five pieces of scrap metal standing at the cave entrance?"

A domineering glint appeared in Huang's eyes.

In the other half of the Land of Rain, at the Akatsuki headquarters, a tiny insect emerged from the muddy soil and rocks.

The location where Nagato was found was found again. If a war breaks out, he can deal with the mastermind behind the Six Paths of Pain as soon as possible.

Such remarks immediately chilled the expression of the gaunt man in the dark cave.

His gaze subtly drifted to the rock wall beside him.

Bai Jue did not show any unusual behavior, which indicates that he was unaware of the arrival of the enemy's reconnaissance forces.

The same thing happened in the Land of Snow; the other side quickly saw through Pain's secret and easily found his hiding place.

Such an enemy made even someone with the Rinnegan feel somewhat powerless.

However, what surprised them even more was:

"Or perhaps, they're relying on the puppeteer who's repairing the puppet and the whining Iwagakure Explosion Release ninja?"

Nagato's face grew increasingly gloomy.

That guy's 'eyes' saw not only his own location, but also Sasori, Deidara, and possibly the entire Amegakure!

Fortunately, the dim lighting suppressed his expression, otherwise, that milky-white monster would have popped out again.

"That puppeteer is Sasori of the Red Sand from Sunagakure, isn't he?"

“I sensed something was off about him last time. A guy who can control hundreds of puppets at the same time shouldn’t be unknown.”

"I just didn't expect that the former genius of the Land of Wind would be in your organization. I wonder what the Sand Village will do when it finds out about this."

He spoke carelessly.

As for the Heavenly Dao, it has temporarily fallen silent, seemingly deep in thought.

Even Xiao Nan suddenly fell silent.

She suddenly remembered something: the boy in front of her seemed to have escaped from the clutches of Pain!

However, it now seems that it is not as simple as just escaping.

The phrase "broken copper and scrap iron" seems to contain a profound meaning.

Unexpectedly, in just five short years, the little guy who could only flee in panic when facing [Akatsuki] has grown to this level.

"Or was it the three-headed tailed beast you hunted that gave you the courage?"

"Their power must have been used by you to power that ugly wood-style monster."

The trump card that Ara casually mentioned.

The entire Land of Rain is like its backyard, where no secrets can exist.

This kind of roll call made Xiao Nan feel even more shocked and even frightened!

Not only the number of tailed beasts, but also the existence of the Gedo Mazo, and the method of activating its maximum power, were all discerned by the boy before him!

Three months ago, what exactly happened during that operation where all six forces were deployed but failed to return victorious?!

For a moment, she seemed to understand the hostility Nagato was displaying and his determination to capture him on his home turf.

"Oh, right, there's one more thing I'd like to mention."

Through the deep purple Samsara Eye of the Heavenly Dao, Ara seemed to be staring at the gaunt man who was shrouded in darkness.

"Our cooperation has indeed ended, and of course, neither of us owes the other anything."

"However, you mentioned allowing the remnants of Amegakure to leave the country..."

"Isn't this also a case of Hanzo the Salamander letting go of those outside members of Akatsuki and ordinary civilians?"

"From what I've seen along the way, there haven't been any large-scale deaths in the areas under Akatsuki's control. I suppose that guy didn't use his most proficient poison gas when fighting you?"

"Therefore, this favor does not exist."

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