I, who just wanted to be lazy, was forced to become the Hokage.

Chapter 560 For Peace!

"Uchiha Madara—"

Orochimaru wanted to refute the first name he heard.

But after hearing Black Zetsu's words, his tone suddenly changed.

"Peace?!"

In a short time.

Even Orochimaru's brilliant mind was finding it a bit too much to handle.

Can the words "Uchiha Madara" and "peace" be linked together?

As one of the legendary Sannin of Konoha, Orochimaru had access to an immense amount of secret information.

For example.

Orochimaru knew very well that Madara Uchiha had once controlled the Nine-Tails and attempted to attack Konoha, burning the newly established village to the ground.

Could such a person, with such a will, represent "peace"?

Stop joking!

Orochimaru did not question the information that "Uchiha Madara is still alive".

In a sense, so many living White Zetsu is already "evidence"!

The White Zetsu that Orochimaru encountered with Danzo Shimura originated from Madara Uchiha.

Danzo Shimura had already informed Orochimaru of this, and the former even revealed that Madara Uchiha had been quite active in the Third Shinobi World War.

Orochimaru already had many suspects in mind regarding the origins of Black Zetsu and White Zetsu Tobi.

Both Nara Rinka and Tsunade are suspects.

Madara Uchiha is also a suspect!

Black Zetsu saw Orochimaru standing there in a daze, and a hint of joy flashed through his mind.

really!

Every single one of these ninjas, though seemingly cold-blooded, yearns for peace in their hearts!

Madara Uchiha was like that.

That's how Nagato is.

Now it seems that Orochimaru... is the same way!

Back then, Black Zetsu used an "Infinite Tsukuyomi Plan" to completely deceive the legendary Madara Uchiha.

So now, let's use a new plan to manipulate and deceive Orochimaru...

It's also highly practical!

"Yes, peace!"

Hei Jue said righteously.

"Ban was always pursuing peace throughout his life..."

There are just too many flaws in that short sentence.

Orochimaru's already somewhat chaotic thoughts became even more confused by these words, forcing him to interrupt.

"Uchiha Madara? In his lifetime? Has he finally died again?"

Orochimaru's tone was full of questioning and a hint of sarcasm.

Konoha has confirmed Madara Uchiha's death more than once.

The Second Hokage proved it once – Madara Uchiha died in the battle at the Valley of the End.

The Third Hokage proved this once—Madara Uchiha's body was burned by his own hands.

You probably won't say it now...

Did that brat Nara also kill Uchiha Madara?

"Yes, Madara is dead. It was your village's Fourth Hokage who did it."

Black Zetsu spoke solemnly and earnestly.

"Everyone except us has been fooled by the Fourth Hokage!"

Black Zetsu was referring to the fact that several villages, including Konoha, dispatched sensory units to search for Madara Uchiha's whereabouts after the Five Kage Summit.

Orochimaru's attitude towards this shocking revelation from Black Zetsu was—

"oh."

Do you want me to believe you or not?

Now that you're all here, I guess I'll just have to believe you...

Black Zetsu probably failed to perceive Orochimaru's true feelings, or perhaps he thought the news was too shocking for the former "Fourth Hokage candidate".

As for White Zetsu Afei, he genuinely couldn't tell the difference.

Black Zetsu said to himself.

"In the 49th year of Konoha, Nara Rinka suddenly appeared in the Mountain Graveyard and killed Madara..."

Orochimaru nodded silently.

That sounds pretty convincing!

"And I am the 'will' that Madara separated before his death!"

Black Zetsu's tone became more impassioned.

"Bearing Madara's will, I will never surrender to Konoha!"

Orochimaru glanced at Black Zetsu, then at White Zetsu Tobi, and a sudden surge of interest welled up within him.

Since the other party enjoys acting so much, then he should just act along with them!

Anyway, Orochimaru had long disliked that brat Nara Rankei!

If given the chance, he would definitely seek revenge on Nara Ranke for the "severed hand" incident!

But now, let's take this opportunity to squeeze as much juice as possible out of this strange "Bandit's Will Body"...

"Black Zetsu, you said that Madara Uchiha separated you before he died."

Orochimaru asked with great interest.

"What kind of ninjutsu is this? Is it similar to a technique like the [Spirit Transformation Technique]?"

The Art of Spiritualization separates the soul from the body, granting the soul a certain degree of autonomy.

Orochimaru's current core research projects have drawn a lot of inspiration from the "Spiritualization Technique".

Of course he knows the art of spiritification!

"No, the so-called 'Spiritualization Technique' is essentially just a simple Yin Release ninjutsu, using Yin Release to create a 'shell' that contains spiritual energy activity."

Black Zetsu shook his head and explained seriously.

"Madara is using a more advanced Yin-Yang Release technique!"

Orochimaru's snake eyes narrowed instantly.

Black Zetsu's simple sentence directly revealed the essence of the [Spirit Transformation Technique].

This guy... he's really something!

Orochimaru pressed for an answer.

"What is 'Yin-Yang Escape Technique'?"

"The Yin-Yang Escape Technique is a combination of Yin Escape and Yang Escape. It is a technique that gives birth to all things from nothing and endows forms with life."

Orochimaru fell silent.

There's a saying: "The more you know, the less you know."

As a well-informed master of forbidden techniques, Orochimaru instantly recognized the special nature and power of the "Yin-Yang Release Technique".

Yin Dun (陰遁) creates form from nothingness.

Yang Dun (阳遁) bestows life upon form.

Yin-Yang Escape Technique sounds simple, but it is incredibly difficult to perform!

At least, even Orochimaru, who has grown to his current level, has never seen any "Yin-Yang Release Technique".

He had heard many similar myths and legends.

According to ancient legends, the Sage of Six Paths created nine tailed beasts... Could this also be a type of Yin-Yang Release technique?

Orochimaru's thoughts wandered, but he quickly brought them back together.

He had some doubts about the true identities of Black Zetsu and White Zetsu.

But once the "Yin-Yang Escape Technique" was used, he became somewhat uncertain.

That kid from Nara Rinka probably doesn't know anything about "Yin-Yang Escape Technique," right?

If this ninjutsu is a special ability of Madara Uchiha, who is on par with the First Hokage...

That makes sense.

Orochimaru quickly put on a gentle expression, looking as if he were about to run to Kirigakure to kidnap children.

"Black Zetsu-san, I wonder if I'm qualified to learn that 'Yin-Yang Escape Technique'?"

Regardless of whether Black Zetsu's identity is real or not.

As long as the "Yin-Yang Release Technique" is real, Orochimaru decided to believe what the other party said!

"certainly!"

Black Zetsu readily agreed.

"As long as Mr. Orochimaru is willing to cooperate with us and fight for Madara's will, what is the mere 'Yin-Yang Release Technique'?"

"I'm willing to hand over all of Madara's remaining possessions to Orochimaru!"

Madara Uchiha's collection of secret techniques!

Orochimaru's breathing suddenly became much heavier.

Although the current version of Orochimaru has not yet been thoroughly defeated by "Mangekyou Sharingan (Uchiha Itachi)".

However, he still highly acknowledges the power of the Sharingan!

It's just not as crazy as in the original timeline...

even so.

Faced with the secret techniques collection of a legendary ninja who was on par with the First Hokage.

Orochimaru was extremely, extremely interested!

"I wholeheartedly agree with Madara Uchiha's will!"

Orochimaru blatantly lied through his teeth.

"For peace!"

Black Zetsu was secretly delighted, thinking he had found another good tool.

"For peace!"

This is the first update of the day.

But... I'll just post a single update today.

It's barely considered getting some rest early.

There are still 45 updates to be added.

(End of this chapter)