Capítulo 263: Chapter 264 : Eve!
"Kumogakure desires peace."
In the stronghold of Land of Tea, numerous Konoha ninjas still held their positions, while the Cloud Ninja defense line stood ten miles away. Occasionally, the two sides could even catch glimpses of each other in the distance.
Sarutobi silently lit a cigarette, exhaling mist with great satisfaction.
Tobirama had already led his guards and Anbu back to the village, leaving only Danzo and himself in charge.
The past three months had been quite leisurely. Sarutobi's cigarette addiction had deepened, while Danzo remained behind closed doors, his face shrouded in mystery, tinkering away at unknown tasks.
"Is Kumogakure considering surrender?"
When Jiraiya heard the news, he felt a mix of happiness and disappointment. It was an emotion he couldn't quite put into words.
Happy? Angry? Neither. Instead, a faint sense of powerlessness lingered.
Jiraiya looked at his right hand, still bearing some fading scars, and finally, a silly smile appeared.
"That was to be expected."
Unlike Jiraiya, Orochimaru appeared calm on the surface, but deep within his snake-like eyes, desire and ambition were concealed.
It seemed that an event more significant than the entire First Ninja World War was about to unfold.
"Of course, it's not surrender; it's just a truce. Kumogakure, proud as they are, don't want to admit failure or make a big fuss. They propose that both sides send a few representatives to meet and sign an agreement."
Sarutobi said casually, "To show sincerity and expedite the peace talks, Raikage is said to be personally attending!"
"Oh, so will our Hokage-sama also go in person?"
Orochimaru inquired calmly.
"Naturally, it's a matter of basic respect," Sarutobi replied.
"But... what if they deceive us and attack the Second Grandfather? Wouldn't that be very dangerous?!"
Tsunade grew anxious upon hearing this.
"Both sides have agreed to send only a few individuals. With the strength of Lord Hokage, there's no risk of suffering losses."
Sarutobi smiled confidently, displaying a blind faith in Tobirama's abilities, much like he had for Senju Hashirama in the past.
Orochimaru sensed urgency in Ai's actions, willing to step forward personally. The imminent issue of the golden horn and the silver horn likely pressured him, pushing for a resolution to the Konoha dispute.
Tobirama, however, remained unwavering. In his arrogance, he believed his imperfect Flying Thunder God could overcome any obstacle in the Shinobi world, taking risks without hesitation.
This arrogance was a common flaw among the powerful. If Tobirama had witnessed the fall of the second generation of the Tsuchikage and the second generation of the Mizukage earlier, he might not have been so careless.
The second generation of Tsuchikage's solo mission to assassinate the Mizukage in the Land of Water was perplexing. Orochimaru couldn't fathom why a scheming figure like the second generation Tsuchikage would engage in such a reckless act.
Perhaps, it could be attributed to the involvement of Black Zetsu.
In the original Ninja World War, only Shamon survived, and the deaths of the four Kages remained strange and unreal. If things unfold as expected, Tobirama may be in danger this time. Orochimaru and Takeshi would find some satisfaction in that, despite Tobirama's past appreciation.
Yet, if Tobirama were to fall, Tsunade would undoubtedly suffer.
"At that time, as the teacher's disciples, our students might need to go there in person."
Sarutobi smiled faintly, "I really want to see Ai's embarrassed face again, hehe..."
Sarutobi intended to continue, but thoughts of the deceased Uchiha Kyou suddenly occupied his mind. The original group of six disciples had lost one member, leaving him unable to find amusement in the situation.
"Golden Horns, Silver Horns, both carrying the blood of six immortals..."
In the dim fortress of the Land of Moon, Takeshi opened his scarlet snake pupils and murmured to himself.
This stronghold belonged to the Land of Moon and served as the venue for the secret peace negotiations within the Land of Moon's territory. With both armies withdrawn, only Ai, Tobirama, and a small entourage remained.
The area surrounding the stronghold was densely populated with snakes. These serpents spat out snake letters, their eyes glowing red, diligently monitoring both the inside and outside of the base.
Takeshi had long since recovered from the side effects of the Mangekyō Sharingan's pupil technique—Blood Furnace. During this period, he had contemplated the potential of his own Mangekyō Sharingan.
The Blood Furnace not only boosted his strength significantly but also subtly refined various abilities during peacetime.
Without concealment, Takeshi's left eye revealed a strange and beautiful pattern that constantly shifted, seemingly in sync with the flow of blood and the rhythm of his breath.
"If I can obtain the blood power of the Golden Horn and the Silver Horn, under the influence of the Blood Furnace, what abilities might I awaken?"
Takeshi's eyes burned with anticipation. The Blood Furnace had the potential to stimulate the ancient and potent power concealed within the blood.
The power of the Golden Horn and the Silver Horn derived from the Sage of Six-Path, a hybrid of Kaguya Otsutsuki and humans. Their power, in turn, originated from the Otsutsuki clan!
"The Otsutsuki clan, their strength..."
Takeshi shook his head, "It's better not to be too ambitious. Thinking of reaching for the sky in one step. The strength of the Golden Horn and the Silver Horn is only at the level of Kages, with average abilities. Swallowing the two of them might not grant any additional abilities.
They are strong mainly due to the chakra of the Nine Tails and the strength of their physiques!"
Blood-red sand grains slowly floated on Takeshi's hand, ultimately transforming into a blood-red eyeball. The eyeball rotated "gurulu" in the palm of his hand, appearing strange and hideous!
This was a ninjutsu akin to the Sand Eye.
"After all, Shukaku's power is too insignificant, aside from the sealing power, it can only provide me with chakra. But the Nine Tails are different. Despite lacking special abilities, half of the Nine Tails can outclass any other tailed beast!"
Takeshi grinned coldly. The blood-colored sand grains in his hands transformed into chains that hung in the air, resembling the shackles of a predator.
Evidently, the chakras guarded by the cranes had now entirely become Takeshi's power.
"The Nine-Tailed chakra of these two, Ginkaku and Kinkaku, isn't excessive. It should be on par with the level of Naruto's Four-Tails Explosion. Otherwise, the two of them wouldn't have been able to overcome Tobirama together."
Takeshi showed no interest in the six treasures with golden horns and silver horns.
These weapons seem to come with too many drawbacks. In Takeshi's view, aside from the banana fan, the other functions, once revealed, turn out to be nothing more than stronger weapons.
Even the power of the banana fan has its limits. Only someone with massive chakra reserves can effectively control it, but it seems somewhat bland.
Comparatively, among the six treasures, the giant container sealing the Shukaku with the word "dust" inscribed on it might be more practical...
"Regardless, I can't afford to be absent from this final banquet."
The nine-tailed chakra within the golden horn and silver horn is a rare find, not easily discovered by others. Acquiring it will bring me a step closer to enhancing my strength."
Takeshi gently stroked his left eye, "Last time, circumstances didn't allow for it, and I missed the chance. I wonder, when I merge next time, if I can utilize a pair of Mangekyō Sharingan and summon Susanoo as well..."
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