It's normal to get a kaleidoscope as a first deposit of six yuan, right?

What kind of new nickname is this? And she was even mistaken for someone else's daughter? She's clearly still a single mother!

Five minutes later... Ziyanghua looked at Zhixue, who was already dressed, and apologized.

"I'm sorry, it may indeed be my fault for barging into your room."

She really couldn't believe that this child, who looked about the same age as her, could be a member of the Akatsuki organization, just like the Angel. Moreover, according to the Angel, the Akatsuki Hollow Eye had been missing for six years, yet it still looked so young.

Looking at the hydrangea in front of her, which was apologizing very sincerely, Zhixue could only shrug helplessly.

"Okay, I forgive you. I should thank you for cleaning for me these past few days. But are you Sister Xiao Nan's apprentice?"

"Yes, the angel is indeed my master. He taught me the Unsealing Technique, which I use in conjunction with Spirit Communication to carry out special missions. I'm so sorry to have disturbed you while you were taking a bath." Hydrangea scratched her head awkwardly.

"Hmm...it's okay, I was almost done washing anyway, so it's not too much of a bother."

After chatting with Ziyanghua for a while, Zhixue let her leave the residence. Then, after tidying up and fixing her hair, she headed towards the Akatsuki's main tower.

Although Pain was still on his way back, Konan had already learned from Nagato that Shizuku had returned.

"It seems that Xiaoxue's return is very timely. It looks like our people are almost complete. In a few months, we can start to take action after collecting information on the Jinchuriki of various countries."

"Yes, that's right. We've accumulated enough money now. We've waited too long. Those arrogant great powers will pay the price for the evil they've sown! Only by experiencing excruciating pain can they understand the value of peace! Cough, cough cough!"

Nagato recalled how Yahiko, who had once led the Akatsuki on a journey to various countries to promote the ideals of peace, had committed suicide by his own hand. The bone-chilling coldness was like the weeping raindrops of Amegakure, filled with a sense of despair.

Seeing Nagato coughing violently due to his emotional outburst, Konan felt a pang of sympathy.

“Now that the organization has a large number of members and is quite powerful, it doesn’t need to do everything personally. You are the leader of Akatsuki and even the entire Land of Rain, so you should think more about your health.”

After drinking the water that Konan handed him, Nagato recovered.

"Thank you, Xiao Nan. What you said makes some sense. With our combined strength, it's not impossible for us to destroy a major country. Perhaps I should take some responsibility for my health and the entire future plan."

Nagato coughed a few more times, then remembered what Madara Uchiha had been saying about the Perfect Susanoo in his ear for the past few years, and he got angry.

Although Madara had already explained the activation technique to him, this thing was simply not something a human could activate. Nagato couldn't understand it at all. Was it even useful to consume so much chakra to activate it to such a large extent? It would be more practical to use a few more Shinra Tensei or Chibaku Tensei.

Just as Nagato was recovering, a sudden chakra reaction in the main tower startled her.

"That chakra...is it Xiaoxue who's back? Cough cough cough...Is it really that fast?"

Chapter 211, The Divine Tree Sapling

"Is Xiaoxue back? I'll go out and check on her." After Xiaonan nodded to Nagato, she turned into countless sheets of white paper and disappeared with the gust of wind.

The emaciated Nagato sat on the bench, his eerie Rinnegan gaze fixed on the shadows in the distance.

"You probably heard it too, right? I think we should do this... cough cough..."

"With the Tailed Beast Plan about to begin, there should still be one Nine-Tails in Konoha. Perhaps we can gather information on it first. As for the one inside Yuki, there's no rush..."

Looking into the crimson eyes that met his gaze from the shadows, Nagato nodded.

That was exactly what he was thinking.

Obito had many considerations in mind. His original plan was to extract the Nine-Tails from Uchiha Shiyuki at the end to avoid a direct confrontation with the current Konoha and to conserve his strength. However, after witnessing that attack six years ago, Obito had already abandoned this original plan.

He admitted that he was a bad person, willing to abandon anything for the Eye of the Moon plan, even the light in her heart. But Zhi Xue was too strong, so strong that even the Rinnegan was somewhat powerless in front of her. If she refused to contribute the Nine-Tails within her, it would be a stalemate that was difficult to break.

……

While Zhixue was still sitting on the steps inside the main tower reading comics, Xiaonan, who was made up of hundreds of sheets of paper, had already come to stand in front of her.

"Oh, it's Sister Xiao Nan, long time no see!"

Xiao Nan was somewhat surprised to see Zhi Xue's still youthful appearance, which was no different from what she had looked six years ago.

Six years have passed. Has she not grown at all? Or is it because of the power of the Dragon Vein that her time is different from that of the Ninja World?

"Sister Xiaonan, why do you look like you've seen a ghost? I'm missing, not dead." Seeing Xiaonan's surprised expression, Zhixue put her hand on her chin and said thoughtfully.

"Where have you been for the past six years?" Xiao Nan asked Zhi Xue with a hint of reproach.

The organization may be lenient, but this is unacceptable! Leaving Scorpion behind and disappearing for six years?

"Hehehe, I only had no choice back then, Sister Xiaonan, don't be angry. I'm back to atone for my sins after 6 years, isn't this just in time for a crucial period?"

Seeing Zhixue's sincere apology, Xiaonan couldn't stay angry at all.

"Forget it, six years have passed and nothing major has happened, so let's just let it go. But don't even think about disappearing again. The organization is about to launch a real plan." Xiao Nan said, pinching Zhi Xue's soft cheek.

"Don't worry, Sister Xiaonan, I will make compensation to the organization. If you need anything in the future, just leave it to me." Zhixue took Xiaonan's hand off her face, then put her hands on her hips and said confidently.

It's currently the Chunin Exams period, and capturing the Tailed Beasts should still be a few years away. What we're talking about now is nothing more than bounty missions or gathering information on the Jinchuriki of various villages. With her first level of abilities, she can travel all over the world as easily as walking through her own backyard, making her far more efficient than Kakuzu.

Most of the members of the organization in Amegakure have gone to do missions, and Shizuku wanted to take on a mission, but was brushed off by Konan because Pain was not there.

After emerging from the main tower, Zhi Xue scratched her head in slight distress.

After coming back... it seems like there's nothing to do. I'll have to wait until the Chunin Exams to see my brother. For now, I'll just go home and rest.

……

After Zhixue returned home, this time the little girl Ziyanghua didn't bother her. However, Zhixue focused her attention on the reward she had received earlier.

I received it before, but I haven't looked at it in detail yet.

Item Name: Divine Tree (Juvenile Form)

Description: It is a Gu worm that feeds on the world's nutrients and possesses extremely powerful strength, capable of shaking the entire ninja world.

Usage: Plant the Divine Tree in the earth and eat the colorful chakra fruit that grows from it. This instantly transforms you into a god, surpassing all living beings, possessing ultimate power of destruction and creation. (Note: Only a mature Otsutsuki physique can withstand the power of this fruit.)

Seeing the description of Zhixue by the divine tree, he breathed a sigh of relief.

It's the power of the Bloodline Limit; as long as you eat the fruit, you can become a god. It's quite a temptation.

“It’s not the right time yet…” Zhi Xue closed her eyes and sank into the depths of her consciousness, planting the simulated divine tree sapling in front of her in the virtual training field.

Although it wasn't real, Zhixue could still feel the terrifying chakra fluctuations emanating from the small seedling that was less than 20 meters tall in front of her.

"System, if I eat the fruit of the Divine Tree, can I revive Xiao Zhixue?" Zhixue placed her small hand on her chin, looking at the Divine Tree in front of her, a different kind of light appearing in her eyes.

Upon hearing Zhixue's dangerous idea, the system quickly issued a warning.

*Ding!* Although the fruit of the Divine Tree possesses extraordinary power, it's too early to say! While the Chakra Fruit is indeed powerful, it's not just the body that needs attention, but also the mind. If one's willpower is not strong enough, the mind will be twisted by the Ten-Tails' formidable power!

Upon hearing the system's notification, Zhixue simply shrugged.

"Don't get so excited. Once I fully control the Yin Release power, suppressing the Ten-Tails shouldn't be a problem. What I want to know is whether this power can revive the original body..."

Looking up at the rapidly growing divine tree and the constantly cracking earth beneath her, Zhixue earnestly inquired of the system.

She was somewhat reluctant to part with this adorable little girl, but because of her physical condition, she probably couldn't use ordinary methods.

Ding! Insufficient permissions to inform the host of the result. However, we would like to remind the host not to attempt to revive the original owner in any way, otherwise unknown errors will occur.

Upon hearing what the system said, Zhi Xue's expression turned somewhat strange.

"System, why do you keep saying I don't have permission? And what's this unknown error? Does the world not allow a single vessel to have two souls?"

Ding, unable to answer the host's question.

Stop Snow: ...

Chapter 212, Akatsuki Organization Meeting

When Pain returned from Loulan, it was already early the next morning. While Zhixue was still snuggled in bed sleeping, the Akatsuki meeting resumed. However, because most of the Akatsuki members were out on missions, they used slideshows instead.

In the darkness, colorful phantoms appeared on the ten fingers of the Gedo Mazo, including Pain, Konan, Hidan, Kakuzu, Sasori, Deidara, Juzo Biwa, Kisame Hoshigaki, and Zetsu.

Looking at the last empty "phantom eye," Nagato also looked towards Konan's position.

"It's already eight o'clock, hasn't she gotten up yet?"

"She's probably a little tired from traveling yesterday. I'll go out and wake her up."

After watching Konan leave, Pain turned his attention to the remaining Akatsuki members.

The immortal duo—Kakuzu and Hidan.

Art duo—Scorpion, Deidara.

Blood Mist Combination—Loquat Juzo, Dried Persimmon Kisame.

Intelligence agencies—absolutely incompetent.

Judging from the current situation, it seems difficult to form a team. Xiaoxue's original teammate, Biwa Juzo, has already teamed up with Hoshigaki Kisame, and Zetsu is currently in charge of intelligence management, collecting information on the movements of the five great nations, so he is not suitable to be a teammate.

"Boss, what's the point of holding a meeting so early in the morning? I'm waiting to spread the evil god's doctrines to others," Hidan said, carrying a large scythe.

"With your pathetic negotiation skills, don't expect anyone to join the cult," Kakuzu said mockingly, glancing at Hidan beside him.

"Hey, you old zombie, why are you always going against the evil god, you idiot!"

"Alright, there's a meeting going on here, you two shut up." Pain's cold gaze fell on the two of them. Under the pressure of the Rinnegan, the two reluctantly gave up their verbal argument.

"Boss, is there any special event today? If it's about causing trouble, please let me handle it. My newly researched C3-18 is itching to experiment with it, hmm hmm hmm!"

Looking at Deidara, who seemed quite excited, Payne was somewhat speechless.

They are a mercenary organization, not a terrorist organization. However, this kid who has only been with the organization for less than two years is really capable of causing trouble. His destructive power is even greater than that of Orochimaru, who defected earlier. When he first arrived, several empty towers in Amegakure were blown up by his experimental clay. Kakuzu scolded him quite a bit back then.

"Alright, the reason we're holding this meeting today is to discuss the return of our old members from the Akatsuki organization."

"A veteran member?" Upon hearing this, Kisame Hoshigaki turned his gaze to his senior, Juzo Biwa.

He seemed to have heard from this senior that there was once an Uchiha clan member in the Akatsuki organization who disappeared many years ago. Could this be it?

Upon hearing what Payne said, a tic-tac-toe mark appeared on Scorpion's forehead.

"Hmph, has this guy finally decided to come back after having his fun?" Scorpion was still angry because he vaguely remembered waiting for Zhixue for seven days and seven nights at the Dragon Vein, even though he was covered in spider webs.

Seeing that Sasori seemed a little angry, Deidara was also somewhat curious.

Who could possibly make Brother Scorpion so angry?

"Is it Xu Tong who's back? It's been six years. I wonder if she's grown into a young woman. I really want to finish this mission and go back to see her. Hahahaha..." Pipa Juzo laughed a few times, then noticed something was wrong when he saw Pain's strange gaze.

Could it be that Xiaoxue hasn't grown at all in the past six years?

The "illusory eye" was actually something Pain added to the position of Suzaku later. After all, Zhixue's ring had the word "illusory" on it, and she was skilled in eye techniques, so it could be called the "illusory eye of Akatsuki" or the "Suzaku of Akatsuki".

"That guy... he actually came back..." Although Hei Jue didn't show any reaction on the surface after hearing that Zhi Xue had returned, his heart was still filled with shock.