Uchiha's personal opinion

“…Mount Myōboku is a place where supernatural phenomena naturally gather, and it has its own wonderful opportunities. Moreover, as the leader of the Ninja Clan, my stance is naturally impartial!”

The voice of the illusory Six Paths Sage echoed within the main hall.

...I wonder what the giant toad of Mount Myōboku would think if it heard this.

Uchiha Tokumitsu shook his head and said, "So, what are you doing showing up here, a dead man? Trying to scare me with your ghostly act?"

"I came for the new world..."

The voice of the Sage of Six Paths' illusion echoed once more.

Black Zetsu listened intently to this completely unheard-of 'insider' news, forgetting to even look around!

Could it be that there's another world besides the ninja world?!

Good heavens! This is the first time I've ever heard of this!

I definitely made the right choice!

Taking this risk was absolutely worth it!

Black Zetsu is proud of his 'decisiveness and perseverance'!

What does the new world have to do with you?

Uchiha Tokumitsu said calmly.

"To acquire resources from the new world to supplement the deficiencies of the ninja world—this is the will of the ninja world!"

The illusory voice of the Sage of Six Paths was long and desolate, sounding quite profound: "After the deed is done, you will have the opportunity to enhance your bloodline and achieve the Eye of Reincarnation!"

Do you think I don't know what's on the ancestral stone tablet?

Uchiha Tokumitsu sneered and said, "Do you think I need to teach me this?"

At the same time, five-colored divine light condensed in his palm again, but remained suspended without being released.

Good for you! Hit him!

Black Zetsu screamed inwardly!

It feels like this is the most enjoyable moment it's had in all these years!

"You are the current ruler of the ninja world, but the power of time is irresistible. No matter how glorious a dynasty may be, it will eventually fall. But if you can fix the flaws in the ninja world, you can not only extend your lifespan, but also leave your name in history and live forever, like me, immortal and indestructible..."

The illusion of the Sage of Six Paths spoke leisurely.

"Ha ha……"

Uchiha Tokumitsu couldn't help but laugh.

Meanwhile, Black Zetsu was secretly anxious.

My Lord Deguang! Please don't let this treacherous brother be bewitched!

"I will take what I want myself. I don't need anyone's charity, nor do I need anyone's opinions, not even if you are the Sage of Six Paths!"

Uchiha Tokumitsu's tone suddenly became extremely firm.

"As the ruler of the ninja world, I should contribute to it!"

The illusion of the Sage of Six Paths spoke again: "Even after the future dynasty falls, its blessings and grace will extend to future generations, just like the ancestral emperor. Even after his rule collapses, his descendants will still be great lords of the nation! Moreover, the power of the Six Paths will protect your descendants!"

"Ever since the goddess of the rabbit returned to the heavens, power has determined everything in this world."

Uchiha Tokumitsu sneered, "Talking about blessings is the most laughable thing!"

"If one day my descendants become as worthless as a daimyo, then their demise is inevitable!"

Black Zetsu noticed Uchiha Tokumitsu's words—"The Goddess of the Rabbit has returned to the heavens!"

What does this tell us?

This shows that Uchiha Tokumitsu didn't actually have a complete understanding of everything that happened in the past!

So there's still a chance to guide it off course!

Black Zetsu's inner turmoil began to churn.

"Besides, do you really think it's possible to only talk about giving without expecting anything in return..."

As soon as Uchiha Tokumitsu finished speaking, the divine light in his palm shot out again, shattering the illusion of the Sage of Six Paths who was about to say something!

At the same time, divine light radiated outwards, obliterating the scattered illusory mist one by one!

This time, the Sage of Six Paths was unable to re-form and manifest.

Black Zetsu noticed that Uchiha Tokumitsu was looking at him, so he started to frantically roll his eyes again to attract Uchiha Tokumitsu's attention!

"...You can understand human speech?"

Uchiha Tokumitsu squatted down and said to Black Zetsu, "If you can understand, move your eyes up and down."

So, Black Zetsu's beady eyes changed from making mosquito coil circles to vertical lines—they were moving up and down too fast!

"If you could understand human speech, then I couldn't let you live..."

Uchiha Tokumitsu grabbed Black Zetsu by the area where it appeared to be his neck and said viciously, "So, you useless thing must die!"

"..."

Black Zetsu was startled and began to rapidly roll his eyes again, while secretly gathering the power bestowed upon him by his mother, preparing to break free and escape!

"...Do you have something to say?"

"Uchiha Tokumitsu asked."

Black Zetsu's eyes immediately began to slide up and down.

"I'll give you a chance... After all, you can't just punish someone without teaching them a lesson!"

Uchiha Tokumitsu withdrew some of the power of the Five-Colored Divine Light, allowing Black Zetsu to regain some of his bodily functions.

"Lord Deguang! I have been entrusted by the Goddess of Rabbit to assist you!"

After escaping, Black Zetsu immediately said in a low voice.

"she?"

Uchiha Tokumitsu pointed to the tall statue in the center of the main hall with great surprise.

"Yes, I am one of the messengers left behind by the goddess of the rabbit in this world!"

Black Zetsu was about to unleash his silver tongue.

"Is the goddess's messenger so useless? It seems we must let you live even more! Lest word get out and tarnish the goddess's reputation!"

"Uchiha Tokumitsu said viciously."

At the same time, the five-colored divine light in his palm was about to press down on Black Zetsu's head.

"No, no, no! The goddess is kind-hearted and never bullies others with force! So it is perfectly reasonable for me, as an envoy, to lack power!"

Black Zetsu quickly exclaimed, "Oh, right! I have another gift! I have a very special gift for you!"

"Is that so..."

Uchiha Tokumitsu immediately beamed with joy.

Chapter 473 Using Ancestors as Favors

"Hand it over!"

Uchiha Tokumitsu said in an unquestionable tone.

"What?"

Seeing the divine light in Uchiha Tokumitsu's palm dissipate, Black Zetsu breathed a sigh of relief, feeling that he was not far from gaining Uchiha Tokumitsu's trust.

But the question caught it slightly off guard.

"What about the gift the goddess bestowed upon me?"

Uchiha Tokumitsu said in an unquestionable tone, "If this gift is substantial enough, then you may finish what you have to say. As for whether you live or die, that depends on your contribution!"

"I am very useful!"

Black Zetsu immediately exclaimed, "There's nothing I don't know from ancient times to the present! I can help you solve your problems and answer your questions!"

"Is that so..."

Uchiha Tokumitsu seemed somewhat hesitant.

"That's right, that's right!"

Black Zetsu nodded frantically, saying, "I know all the secrets of the Uchiha and Senju clans! Just ask me anything!"

"...But what about even more advanced knowledge?"

"Uchiha Tokumitsu asked."

"no problem!"

Black Zetsu was practically swearing on his life.

What is the nature of the world? How do we come to know the world? What should we do?

Uchiha Tokumitsu immediately launched into a barrage of three questions.

"Ah, this..."

Black Duke felt his mind go completely blank!

Is this a question a human being should ask?

Aren't you a ninja?

Aren't you the Uchiha, who most admire power?

Didn't you hear what Brother Yuyi said about the Rinnegan?

Aren't you even a little bit curious about power and evolution?

"Aba Aba..."

Black Zetsu stammered, as if he wanted to say something but couldn't.