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His senses weren't as strong as Akabane's or Mito Uzumaki's, but he had the Whisper Fruit, which allowed him to learn what was happening and where others were from other creatures like birds, beasts, fish, and insects.

Therefore, he quickly determined his direction and headed towards the most intense part of the battlefield.

Madara had no intention of killing anyone, but a casual strike could still wipe out many ninjas.

too strong!

The ninjas were filled with despair along the way and dared not confront Madara head-on. They scattered like birds and beasts before Madara even arrived.

Madara didn't chase after them. His target was Kurama Akabane, not these small fry. Killing more ants wouldn't demonstrate his strength, nor would it bring him the joy of defeating his opponent.

Kurama Akabane's ability to use wood clones is enough to prove that his strength is enough to suppress Hashirama's cells. He is definitely the strongest opponent in the world. Only someone like him can draw that kind of plot. Only someone like him is worthy of being my opponent, Uchiha Madara!

He ran at full speed, quickly approaching Akabane's side.

However, at the same time, Akabane also discovered the whereabouts of Madara's true form and learned that he was searching for him.

then……

He immediately sent someone to fetch Dai.

Might Guy had a great time killing. On the battlefield, his physical skills finally came into play. His single-mindedness hadn't changed much under Orochimaru's tutelage, but his strength was high. In his bull form, he charged around with the third gate and was unmatched.

of course.

This applies to ordinary people. If he were facing an elite Jonin, he wouldn't be able to be this strong, let alone someone of Madara's level.

To deal with Madara, you need at least seven gates; otherwise, he won't pose any threat at all.

It's not entirely safe to rely solely on Dai's help. Madara's Limbo: Border Jail is very strong, and in a group battle, two against one is not an advantage. Akabane then called over Mito Uzumaki.

Mito Uzumaki's sealing techniques are very effective against Madara's Limbo clones, basically sealing one clone at a time—even if it's only temporarily effective, it's strong enough to make Madara hesitate to act against them to some extent.

Moreover, Mito Uzumaki's usefulness extends beyond sealing techniques; her Bat-Bat Fruit ability allows her to weaken Madara when she receives his blood.

However, they were quite a distance away, so Akabane went ahead to find Madara and see what he was up to.

The two drew closer and closer, and finally...

On a desolate, weathered mountain, Madara Uchiha stood proudly atop the peak, gazing indifferently down the mountain. By the time Akabane arrived, he had been posing for a long time, adjusting himself to the best angle.

"Kurama Akabane, I've waited for you for too long, this world..."

"Aren't you tired of posing like this for so long? Weathered buildings are unsafe. A wise person doesn't stand under a dangerous wall. Let's get down and talk properly."

After Akabane finished speaking, he quickly formed hand seals.

In the blink of an eye, a mud pit appeared at the foot of the small hill, swallowing Ban and the hillock together.

Earth Escape. Huangquan Marsh.

Madara jumped off the train halfway through, and Akabane ended the ninjutsu effect at the right time.

He couldn't stand people showing off in front of him, especially when Ban stopped halfway through his walk...

Who are you posing for?

It's one thing to pose and show off, but to make yourself walk an extra distance just to make you feel comfortable? I'm not Kurama Akabane!

Ban leaped lightly and landed with his arms crossed over his chest. Even though he was an old man, he exuded a dashing and arrogant aura.

It's truly a family tradition of showing off.

Forget it, I've lost...

Akabane sighed in admiration, glanced at Madara, and then said, "It seems that Black Zetsu has finally broken ties with you."

"Black Zetsu is nothing but a clown, a piece of trash. He's not good enough to help me achieve anything great. So what if he's gone? It's no big deal. But you are..."

With a calm and composed demeanor, it was as if someone else had been the one who had frantically chased Black Zetsu, stormed into the Land of Frost, and ultimately failed.

"how do I?"

Akabane couldn't figure out Madara's thoughts, and since his own people hadn't arrived yet, he could wait for a group of teammates.

"You are a genius that Konoha produces only once every few centuries. Back then, neither Hashirama nor I were as strong as you. You should know what I want to do, right?"

Madara sat down, his eyes sparkling, staring intently at Akabane.

He's old, but his spirit remains undiminished.

Such a person truly deserves to be called one of the two heroes of the ninja world back then...

Akabane nodded and said, "Infinite Tsukuyomi, to trap everyone in the world in Infinite Tsukuyomi, thereby manipulating the minds of ninjas to achieve world peace."

“Yes, that’s what I thought before…”

Ban remained silent for a moment, then nodded.

That was his initial thought, but now his thinking has subtly changed.

Chapter 371: He unleashed a powerful move right from the start?

Previously, Madara's goal was to complete the Infinite Tsukuyomi, thereby bringing the world into the peaceful era he needed.

however.

Black Zetsu betrayed him, and White Zetsu, who seemed to be his creation, actually obeyed Black Zetsu's orders. All of this suggests that the Ten-Tails is likely a powerful individual with its own consciousness. Is becoming the Ten-Tails' Jinchūriki really as perfect and safe as he imagined?

Madara realized that his previous plan was too idealistic. He wanted to know what Akabane thought of his plan, so...

"Hashirama always hoped that I could take on the responsibility of protecting Konoha and that Konoha could live in peace with the other ninja villages, but I knew that neither of these was possible."

Ban's tone was very soothing.

At this moment, he appears like an old man, not the once-powerful and dominant Uchiha Madara, and all of this belongs to his personal memoir.

Akabane listened quietly, and upon hearing this, he nodded slightly.

The villagers of Konoha will not accept the Uchiha unless the Uchiha undergoes a fundamental change—to temper their arrogance and not be as aloof and flamboyant as Madara. Only then will the Uchiha have a sliver of hope.

Spots are even less likely to become shadows.

He was too aloof, unlike Hashirama who was as warm and gentle as the sun. He was more like a proud emperor leading his aloof subjects. Compared to Hashirama, it was natural that Hashirama was more popular.

Similarly, there is Danzo, Akabane's teacher. It cannot be said that Danzo lacked the ability to be a Kage, but people would not like such an aggressive and domineering leader unless war truly comes.

"He clearly cares a lot about the Hokage position, but keeps saying he doesn't care."

Akabane couldn't help but complain to her face.

"Heh, it seems you don't understand either... Well, how could someone who grew up in a peaceful era understand our thoughts back then? That era was full of war, strife everywhere. Hashirama and I both had the idea of ​​saving the chaotic world, but after the village was established, Hashirama became complacent and satisfied with his small corner of the land..."

Ban couldn't suppress his arrogance, and his words were filled with a sense of aloofness and loneliness, as if he believed that "the world is corrupt."

He felt that no one understood him.

The existence of ninja villages is like an enhanced version of a clan. When Konoha is dominant, its subordinates naturally dare not act recklessly. But once Konoha weakens, the other ninja villages will attack like sharks that have smelled blood.

Only unity can bring peace.

This was Madara's initial idea, which is why he acted tyrannically, wanting all the ninja villages to submit. However, the Senju brothers' ideas were contrary to his.

"Actually, this is the biggest difference between you and the first generation. You believe that there should be unification."

Upon hearing this, Akabane nodded in agreement.

Perhaps due to his past life, he did not agree with the so-called concept of a republic of ninja villages held by Hashirama Senju and Naruto.

This situation is very rare, and only exists when the gap between a certain ninja village and other ninja villages is too large.

When another village becomes powerful, he will try to challenge and change the rules.

There can only be one leader, and then it will be another epic war, and peace will come to an end.

Hashirama Senju's thinking was too simplistic; even Tobirama Senju probably didn't agree with his strategy.

Madara Uchiha sat up straighter after hearing this, looking very pleased, with a clear hint of surprise on his face: "You actually know that? That's right, only by unifying the village and getting everyone to agree on Konoha's ideals can we achieve true peace. The Infinite Tsukuyomi is actually my tool for unifying everyone's ideas!"

"Your idea is interesting, but unfortunately, it is fundamentally wrong. Infinite Tsukuyomi cannot bring peace; it only brings more wars and greater chaos."

Akabane shook his head.

The Infinite Tsukuyomi is a huge trap. Madara believed in it wholeheartedly in his previous life and was tricked by it.

"As expected, you know Black Zetsu's secret. I guess... Black Zetsu designed the Infinite Tsukuyomi, right?"

His face was expressionless.

As soon as he said that, he confirmed his thoughts. Akabane knew a lot of things, such as the Infinite Tsukuyomi.

Although I don't know exactly how many, it's definitely much more than him.

However, at this moment he sensed two figures rapidly approaching, one was Mito Uzumaki, and the other...

Who is the other one?

Ban was somewhat confused; that aura was unfamiliar, and he had never encountered it before.

Kurama Akabane and Uzumaki Mito have different personalities, but neither of them is the type to joke about the lives of their subordinates; otherwise, they wouldn't have traveled a thousand miles to save Tsukiko Yobu.

Madara doesn't know how strong the people who come are, but they certainly won't be a hindrance.

However, Madara was not afraid; their arrival actually weakened Kurama Akabane.

In Madara's view, Akabane's greatest strength lies in the Flying Thunder God Technique. Without the Flying Thunder God Technique, no matter how strong his genjutsu or how complete his wood release, it would still be useless.

Under the power of the Samsara Eye, everything is an illusion; without mastering the power of the Six Paths, there is no way to defeat him.

and so……

Even knowing that the other party had a plan, Madara remained calm and composed, showing no intention of escaping and remaining as steady as a rock.

Akabane knew they were almost there, so he smiled and said, "I understand. You want to know the secret of Black Zetsu from me, what Black Zetsu really is, and why you care so much about the word 'mother'..."

"Yes."

Spot nodded. He really wanted to know these things. For him, everything about Black Zetsu was essential so that he could find the right way to seal and kill him.

Akabane's smile widened, his eyes half-closed as he said, "I know all of this. Want to know everything? Go read it; it's all in the manga."

???

Madara looked completely bewildered. He knew the reference; it came from the One Piece manga.

but……

If you were updating your comics with these kinds of content, would I need to ask you?

Just as Ban was about to speak, he suddenly sensed a strong sense of crisis, as if a huge crisis would be coming in the next second.

He didn't hesitate.

Shinra Tianzheng!

The immense repulsive force repels all attacks.

One by one, the air blasts were deflected, and in an instant, all the surrounding attacks were repelled.

Ban turned around instantly and saw a blue figure streaking across the sky like fire and lightning, quickly approaching from afar.

boom!

A stronger impact.

Madara dared not be careless and quickly activated his Rinnegan, preparing to use Susanoo and Limbo clones to evade, but he suddenly sensed a slight stagnation of chakra while performing the actions.

Illusion?

when!

Madara was slightly shocked. He hadn't even felt the genjutsu invading him, and yet he had unknowingly fallen for it.

This kid's illusion skills have improved again.

He cracked it quickly.

It took Madara a full half second to break the illusion. Then he saw a figure attack from his side, and not only that, he also spotted someone on the other side—

To be precise, they are exactly the same minotaurs.

Minotaur, could it be the Minotaur Fruit?

Ban reacted instantly, but both sides looked very real, and there was no difference in attack, aura, or perception.

Doppelgänger?