บท 245: Chapter 245
Not long after.
Naruto persisted in his journey.
He found himself standing outside the location of Nagato's body.
He placed his hands on the paper-covered orifice, his expression somber.
Through Sage Mode, he discerned that Pain's true body resided within. Unveiling this disguise and stepping inside would mark the commencement of the final chapter.
Naruto glanced at Carnes by his side.
His voice resonated deeply.
"Carnes-san, I'd like to handle this matter alone, is that okay?"
"Of course, I won't interfere."
Carnes made his stance clear.
If he were to take action, when the six Paths of Pain appeared in Konoha Village earlier, they would likely have been defeated before they could do anything.
As for the whereabouts of Nagato's body.
It couldn't elude his Observation Haki's perception.
Furthermore, Nagato's current condition was far from optimal. Even if he endangered his own life, he would probably not pose a formidable challenge, possibly even won't be surpassing Demiurge.
If Carnes were to eliminate him.
The process would never extend beyond three seconds.
If that were the case, everything would have concluded long ago; why wait until now?
Carnes wasn't here for work.
He had come to witness the unfolding drama up close.
The talk no jutsu had been employed by various individuals in the world, yet in Carnes' understanding, Naruto's execution was the most extraordinary.
Other instances of talk no jutsu were typically from characters whose intellect didn't appear particularly high.
And most often.
It amounted to merely conversing with the other party to admit faults, with repentance being the most extreme consequence.
Naruto's use of the talk no jutsu.
He actually took a character possessing immense strength, a well-devised plan to achieve their goals, and success in most aspects, and compelled them to acknowledge their mistakes and repent.
Nagato even went as far as sacrificing his own life to resurrect Konoha.
Such a talk no jutsu was utterly astounding.
Countless attempts at brainwashing might not yield such remarkable results!
Even without Naruto explicitly stating it.
Carnes wouldn't interfere.
He had no desire to disrupt the talk.
Naruto trusted Carnes implicitly. He lifted his head, tore off the camouflage paper, and entered.
The moment he revealed himself.
Konan rushed over promptly.
Positioning herself in front of Naruto.
The current condition of Naruto appeared precarious. When facing off against Konan, the outcome was shrouded in uncertainty, making it difficult to discern who held the upper hand.
Carnes trailed behind Naruto, catching Konan's keen observation. In an instant, her eyes tightened with recognition.
"That man... he's here too!"
A sudden wave of trepidation and despair washed over Konan. She had witnessed Carnes employing the same technique to counter Deva Path on the Hokage building rooftop.
The raw power he wielded was something she had personally experienced, prompting her to join Nagato in continuing their project.
The gamble rested on Carnes refraining from taking action. Both Konan and Nagato understood that if Carnes chose to intervene, their chances would be obliterated entirely.
Yet, there he was.
Did this signify the end of the road between herself and Nagato?
"Konan, stand down."
"Nagato..."
This time, there was no argument against the directive. She knew that even if she stood her ground, it would be futile. Blocking the two formidable figures ahead, especially the enigmatic Carnes behind her, was an impossible feat.
Even employing her trump card—detonating all 600 billion paper bomb—seemed insufficient to effectively eliminate that mysterious man. It was a woman's intuition.
Nagato gazed at Naruto, then at Carnes behind him, maintaining a composed demeanor.
"You hold me in high regard to be here. But I'm perplexed. If you were willing to act, it should have concluded long ago. Why prolong it until now?"
Carnes, unfazed, produced a rocking chair and set it on the floor before reclining comfortably.
"No, I'm just an observer. Resolve this matter yourselves. I won't interfere."
"It appears my judgment was correct," Nagato sighed in relief. Returning to Konoha seemed justified.
He never believed Carnes would intervene. If this assessment proved wrong, it meant their plan was doomed from the start—an effort in futility, a mere joke.
Even if Nagato succeeded in capturing Nine Tails, the man before him possessed the capability to upend everything.
However, Carnes' response now affirmed Nagato's judgment. Even in failure, it would be a destiny accepted, avoiding the role of a hapless clown.
Naruto regarded Nagato earnestly. "Are you the one controlling all the Pain's?"
The figure before him, emaciated and adorned with countless black sticks in his back, resembled a mere shell of skin and bones.
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