Immersed in the torrential rain of the tower, even in the deep room, you can hear the sound of the rain outside.

"Is this done?"

Nagato came out of the dark shadows, and behind him, followed by Xiao Nan with a cold face.

Compared with the kind girl who had no quarrel with the world a few years ago, the expression on her face, because of this cruel world, became more and more cold, and her heart seemed to be frozen.

"It's done, but I don't know if it will bear fruit. After all, the dominance is in the hands of Tuan Zang. ”

One of the Bai Jues in charge of contact and communication reluctantly spread his hands and answered Nagato's question.

"Just do your best. To catch the tailed beast, you need to borrow the power of the writing wheel. ”

Although after Orochimaru's introduction, he was able to fuse the blood inheritance limit to recruit him, but compared to the pure Uchiha clan, the blood inheritance limit after fusion should have certain limitations in Nagato's opinion.

For example, kaleidoscope writing wheel eye.

It was a pupil technique that was far more terrifying than the Sharingan.

The kaleidoscope writing wheel eye that Ah Fei mastered is the best proof.

With a strong ability to warp time and space, if you are well prepared, it can be used for ultra-long-range assassinations, and you will die.

"It's a pity that the cultivation cycle is a bit too long, maybe during this period, Tuan Zang will dye him with some unnecessary colors."

Hakujuku refers to the Uchiha Itachi.

Genius can't hide the gaze of others from the past.

It can only be said that this young Uchiha boy's talent is too dazzling.

Contacting the Uchiha clan and looking for people to recruit was the first suggestion that the Black Jedi put forward.

The reason is to use the Sharingan to better capture Tailed Beasts and deal with enemies who also have Sharingan.

"If that's the case, wouldn't it be more convenient to look for an instant stop at first?"

Nagato asked rhetorically.

Stopping the water in an instant, he is definitely the most famous ninja in Konoha at this stage, just like Kakashi Hachiki at the beginning, and has become the leader of the younger generation of Konoha .

"Yes, yes, but it's more difficult to touch. The Uchiha Shisui is too strong for us to control him. ”

The subtext of Hakujue's words is that even Nagato may not be able to control such a ninja.

Although he is young, his strength is real.

In terms of the application of the writing wheel, it may be the strongest Uchiha ninja in Konoha today.

Several times when Bai Jue went to spy on him, he was almost discovered. Afterwards, he only dared to hang far behind and monitor, and did not dare to get too close.

"That's a problem. I'll leave this to you. ”

Nagato nodded, not intervening.

The affairs of Yuyin Village are enough for him to be busy, and he is already tired of mixing in the affairs of Konoha.

This kind of thing, leaving it to Bai Jue and Black Jue is the best choice.

They are the embodiment of Madara's will, and they know how to deal with and guide the ninjas of the Uchiha clan.

"Yes. In addition, there are some eyebrows about Chiba Shiraishi's hiding stronghold. ”

Bai Jue's tone suddenly became serious, no longer the color of the hippie smile he had before.

Compared to Konoha's affairs, this side is the enemy that deserves to be taken seriously.

"Are you sure?"

"Well, it's about the West Road. Only there, suitable for them to hide. ”

Bai Jue replied.

Nagato was thoughtful and had a plan in his heart.

"Forget it, don't test them, finally reached a peace deal, don't go to the tiger's beard at this time."

In Nagato's opinion, the three Shiraishi, who have Uchiha, Hinata, Vortex, and many unknown powers, are undoubtedly a tiger.

What's even more terrifying is that this tiger is different from Konoha in terms of docility and possesses extremely aggressiveness.

Once their real interests are touched, Xiao's actions will be greatly hindered, and the Land of Rain and the Village of Rain will be destroyed.

As long as we can maintain a non-interference attitude, the most important thing for Nagato is to do so.

Even today, he doesn't have much confidence in his heart to deal with the three of Baishi.

However, judging from the development prospects of both sides, they are dissatisfied with the existing rule of the five powers, and for the time being, they will not have any conflicts of interest.

As long as he figured this out, Nagato would feel a lot more at ease.

Xiao is still in the embryonic stage, and he can't withstand too many twists and turns, and he still needs to recruit more powerful ninjas to join.

For Nagato's caution, Bai Jue is naturally very clear.

In Bai Jue's opinion, the person who exposed this information to Konoha and killed people with a knife was undoubtedly an excellent strategy.

But the consequences are very serious, and Xiao and Yuyin will definitely be destroyed.

Therefore, based on absolute loyalty, Bai would never dare to send this news to Konoha without Nagato's order.

Once Nagato no longer trusts them, the consequences will be unimaginable, and they are likely to turn against each other.

"Of course we know that."

"Uchiha Itachi's affairs are left to you to take care of, but don't forget the rest of the business."

Uchiha Itachi: Actually, Nagato doesn't care.

Even if Kuro had told him more than once, he was a very talented ninja.

However, being gifted does not necessarily mean that you can grow, and even if you can grow, you don't necessarily know everything.

The uncertainty is just too high.

Therefore, Nagato prefers that Hakujutsu focus on other powerful ninjas.

After Bai Jue retreated, Xiao Nan's voice sounded coldly from behind:

"They seem to have their own ideas."

"This is my agreement with Madara. It doesn't matter what they think, they just need to be serious. ”

Nagato also knew that Bai Jue and Black Jue had their own ideas, and Nagato had already seen this point.

No matter what their purpose is, they don't care, as long as they do the task they are assigned to do well, it will be enough.

As for what Madara left behind...... No, it's definitely left behind.

It's just that this backhand, Nagato can't be sure yet, and he doesn't know if it's beneficial to him, Madara intends to break the agreement with himself, or support it, it's all unknown.

"Is Orochimaru the same?"

Hearing Xiao Nan ask like this, Nagato was silent for a moment.

He knew that Xiao Nan had always had a lot of complaints about Orochimaru joining Xiao.

Orochimaru stabbed Yugakure in the back at the beginning, causing Yugakure to suffer heavy losses, and even took advantage of Yugakure's trust in Konoha, resulting in the tragic death of Yahiko and Yu Xiao's companions at the hands of the root.

"In times of war, each is dominant. Xiao Nan, don't bring personal feelings to work, we have no choice. ”

It is true that as a member of the Rain Hidden Ninja, Nagato has 10,000 more reasons to take revenge for dismantling Orochimaru.

However, he also had 10,000 excuses, and there was no way to kill Orochimaru.

Orochimaru's strength and talent are all appreciated by Nagato.

Moreover, during the war, Orochimaru, who was a member of the Konoha ninjas, had impeccable contributions and loyalty to Konoha.

With a small number of Konoha ninjas, they kept the Sand Hidden Village out of the door and fought to the death, delaying the Konoha troops on the other side of the Iwakuin battlefield for a long enough time, so that the Sand Cain and Iwain forces were never able to unite.

As for the yellow flash to defeat the Iwain troops and destroy the Iwain supply line by himself, that's all for later.

The advantages of recruiting such talents outweigh the disadvantages.

As for hatred...... Probably the most useless thing. Nagato laughed to himself.

"That's right."

Nagato has really become different. This is Xiao Nan's true thoughts.

Not to mention Nagato, even herself.

Pain makes them grow.

In the past, she would probably be desperate to take revenge on someone like Orochimaru.

When Yahiko was killed by the roots, it was the time when Orochimaru and the roots' Danzang cooperated most closely.

Even now, Orochimaru may have secretly connected with Danzang about something.

Nagato did the same.

Although the contact with Tuanzang was Ah Fei disguised as 'Madara', without Nagato's consent, it would be impossible for Hakujue to take the initiative to contact Tuanzang.

The growth of the roots led by Danzang means that among Konoha, there is one more person who is fighting against the three generations of Hokage Ape Flying Sun Slash.

As long as Tuan Zang continues to be strong, it will be much easier for Xiao to act.

Based on this judgment, Nagato will let them go and secretly contact Tuanzang.

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The atmosphere in the team had changed, something Itachi had expected.

After all, the dead Chuanma, no matter what, is also a companion who has been together for a year, and I have thought that the teammate relationship between their team will last for a long time before it ends.

When she saw Inari Mako again, Itachi clearly saw that a shadow had cast on her eyes, and the death of Denma seemed to make her, who was more kind and weak, cringe.

However, reunited, Itachi has an important thing to ask to lead the team on the Shinobi Moon Teak.

"The middle ninja exam?"

Listening to Itachi's request, Kamito Shui Wuyue Yuzuki scratched his head with some difficulty, as if he was very distressed about it.

"What's wrong?"

Itachi asked, puzzled.

In fact, his strength is already strong enough.

Especially after awakening the writing wheel eye this time, Itachi has the confidence to pass the middle ninja exam and become a middle ninja.

Only by becoming a middle ninja can he perform more advanced tasks and further sharpen himself.

Moreover, the Uchiha clan also hopes to become a middle ninja as soon as possible.

The current Uchiha does not have a very good reputation among Konoha and needs to accumulate fame to prepare for the position of the fifth Hokage.

The death of the fourth generation of Hokage wave Feng Shui Gate, and the death of the third generation of Hokage, gave the radical Uchiha clan the hope of becoming Hokage.

Although his father, Fugaku, was mainly based on a steady and gradual policy, he could only barely suppress it.

Moreover, Itachi knew that his father also had a need for the position of Hokage.

After becoming the Hokage, the situation of the Uchiha clan in Konoha should be much better, such as making changes to the guard system.

For this reason, Itachi has become the spokesperson of the Uchiha clan to some extent.

"Actually, Mako is here to ask for her resignation today, and she doesn't want to be a ninja anymore."

Mizuki Yuzuki unfortunately glanced at Inari Mako.

Itachi looked at Mako Inari in surprise.

The person concerned, Mako Inari, smiled apologetically at Itachi, her eyes gloomy, and said to Itachi, "I'm sorry, Itachi. You can say I'm ignorant, but I'm really afraid that one day I'll be killed like a horse, and after the enlightenment of Yuzuki-sensei, I've seen it......"

In the past, she fantasized in the ninja school that it was a great honor to be a ninja.

However, after Chuanma died in the line of duty, when she saw the horrific corpse, she suddenly understood how cruel and realistic the world of ninjas was.

Despite her age being several years older than Itachi, she has always been the weakest in the group.

She couldn't see the death of herself or her companions.

"Is that so? Then there is no way. ”

Mako Inari is a kind-hearted girl who has always known it.

Itachi's self-aware Inari Mako is much better than many ninjas who can't see themselves clearly.

However, the weasel still found it strange.

There is still a period of time before this year's middle ninja exam, and during this time, Mizuki Wuyue Yuzuki is fully capable of finding two teammates again, and forming a trio with him to participate in this year's middle ninja exam.

At the beginning of the previous Zhongnin exams, many squads with missing team members were urgently filled in this way to participate in the Zhongninja exam.

However, the fact that Shui Wuyue teak gave up this year's Zhongnin exam so easily still made Itachi suspicious.

"yes, it's a shame this year. I'm looking for the right people to fill in, and I don't know if Hokage-sama is ready there. ”

Shui Wuyue Teak nodded, looking into the distance with worried eyes.

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"This year's Uchiha Itachi, won't you participate in the middle ninja exam?"

In the Hokage's office, the person who is questioning is the head of the roots, Shimura Danzo.

As one of the high-ranking members of Konoha and a high-ranking member of the hostile Uchiha forces, he came to find a future as an Uchiha ninja, which really surprised Hichisaki, who was the Hokage.

Hizashi picked up the list of lower ninja who participated in this year's middle ninja exam.

There are a total of forty-one groups, and a total of 123 lower ninjas participate in the middle ninja exam.

But under these one hundred and twenty-three shinobi, the name Uchiha Itachi is not included.

Hiza thought for a moment and replied: "In Shui Wuyue's team, one member of the team has just died, and the other team member seems to have a shadow on this, and has resigned and is not included in the ranks of ninjas. Therefore, now there is only one Uchiha Itachi in the lower ninja of the Mizuno Moon team, and there is no way for one person to participate in the middle ninja exam. ”

Because the middle ninja is not only a test of a ninja's strength, but also leadership is an extremely important part.

Ninjas like that who are strong but have poor leadership skills also exist.

If Itachi is allowed to participate in the middle ninja exam alone, it will be an unfair treatment for Itachi and for the rest of the candidates.

"Is that so? However, what do you think of the upper forbearance of Shui Wuyue Teak? ”

Tuan Zang asked a topic that had nothing to do with the moment.

"Water without a moon teak?"

Hizai was slightly stunned, but he didn't expect Tuan Zang to suddenly mention Itachi's leading team to shinobi.

"What's wrong with him?"

"There's a very bad side to him."

Danzang didn't hesitate to say this, and the corners of his mouth sneered, as if he had discovered some major secret.

"What?"

The sun was stunned.

"Although on the surface, he is a dutiful shinobi. But his jealousy is very strong, and he has always secretly suppressed ninjas with good talents. He will even create a psychological shadow for his subordinates through some things, forcing them to leave the ninja industry. ”

One of Itachi's team members died, and one team member resigned, but none of that was necessary.

As long as Shui Wuyue teak declares this matter, as a high-level person, they will definitely not ignore it.

Because of the name Uchiha Itachi, it's worth it.

However, Shui Wuyue Teak did not declare this matter, and the practice is intriguing.

"Is this information accurate?"

The day slash got serious.

"Do you think I've made a mistake in this kind of thing?"

Tuan Zang asked rhetorically.

Hizai was speechless.

The root that Danzo is responsible for is the shadow department directly under the Hokage, something even darker.

Tuanzang himself is mainly dark all year round, if Shui Wuyue Tezuki really did this kind of thing, then, he must not be able to hide from Tuanzang's eyes.

"I know, I'll do a thorough investigation of the water moonless teak."

If the matter is what Tuan Zang said, then the matter is really critical.

If such a shinobi continues to lead the shinobi to carry out the task, it will only bury more talents.

Perhaps, Shui Wuyue Yuzuki is already secretly planning how to suppress Itachi, the genius of the Uchiha clan, so that he will not be qualified to participate in the middle ninja exam.

"It doesn't matter what happened to Mizuki Yuzuki, Uchiha Itachi participated in the middle ninja exam as soon as possible, I want to use him, of course, through the high-level meeting, it is also feasible for him to directly break the rules and become a middle ninja."

Danzou makes no secret of his covetousness for Itachi.

After he met and talked to Itachi, he knew that Itachi was from his side, and could only be from his side.

Neither Hizai nor the guy who claimed to be Madara understood the darkness in Itachi's eyes.

Only he, who is also dark, can understand the darkness that Uchiha Itachi bears.

Itachi is a dark ninja who fits perfectly with the Roots philosophy.

"No, Zhongnin needs leadership skills, and you can't pass the test alone."

Hizai shook his head and refused.

He didn't know what Tuan Zao was up to, but the power of the roots couldn't be stacked any longer.

Because of the incident in the clouds, Hinata suspected that someone in the Hyuga clan was secretly complicit with Tuanzang and united together, so that Tuanzang would save the Hyuga clan at any cost.

If you add an Uchiha ninja, the power of the root is even greater.

He couldn't tolerate that happening.

"Itachi is not suitable for teamwork, and incompetent bosses and mediocre teammates will only hinder his progress."

"He's just a kid."

Hizashi knows the hidden meaning of Danzo.

It is nothing more than to prove that Itachi is another character similar to Konoha white teeth and yellow flashes.

But that's all there is to it.

"But one day he will grow up, and geniuses have a way of cultivating geniuses. The White Fang team's model is no longer available. ”

At the beginning, in order to maximize the strength of the Konoha White Fang Squad, the best geniuses of Uchiha and Hinata at that time were arranged, and the few medical ninjas in the village at that time were also equipped as standard, which met all the needs of Shuo Mao, and created the prestige of the White Fang Squad.

But that kind of success can't be replicated.

Rather than that, Danzou thought it would be more appropriate to make Itachi a lone ninja with a yellow flash.

Therefore, a resolution was put forward to let Itachi participate in the middle ninja exam alone.

Itachi, who has awakened the Sharingan, has such an ability.

"I'll think about it again."

Hizashi knew that Danzou was telling the truth, but Uchiha Itachi's attitude was unknown, and he didn't want such a Uchiha genius who was highly respected by Shisui to become a blade in Danzou's hands.

"As soon as possible. Also, one more thing. ”

Danzou knew that this matter could not be rushed, and that the day slash needed a buffer time.

"What's the matter?"

"About Orochimaru."

"Orochimaru?"

At the mention of this name, Hizao's eyes became obviously complicated, and the momentum on his body also dropped a little, which made Tuan Zang sneer.

Sure enough, I'm getting old.

Just by hearing this name, there are already some six gods without masters.

Because of this, he has an opportunity.

Unfortunately, now is not the best time to get your hands dirty.

"He's joined a dangerous group of rebels."

"The Rebel Order?"

Hizai knew that his disciple Orochimaru was arrogant, and even if he defected to Konoha, it was impossible to give up these arrogances.

Unless this rebel organization is very special, it will attract his most outstanding genius disciple.

Otherwise, Orochimaru wouldn't even look at it.

"Yes. The exact name of that organization is unknown, and its purpose is unclear, but it is undoubtedly dangerous. You get the shadows ready. ”

This organization has a very deep relationship with Madara, but what the specific relationship is, Tuan Zang can't grasp.

But he knew that Madara had always had ulterior motives in contact with him. Since that's the case, you can't sit back and wait, and you can't just rely on the Uchiha Itachi line.

He also had to make arrangements on his side, so he didn't hesitate to reveal some important information to the Japanese slash, hoping to use the power in the hands of the Japanese slash to add some trouble to this organization.

"I see, I'll get the shadows in touch with Jiraiya."

"Well, my roots will work together."

In this way, the other side will not be able to match the manpower at all.

However, eight or nine years have passed since the original defection incident, and whether it is Ri Chop or Tuan Zang, they have long lost hope for the arrest of those people.

Unlike Orochimaru, who still has a shallow foundation, the three of Shiraishi took away the ninjas of the Uchiha and Hyuga clans, which is no longer something that the shadows can handle.

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"Hoo ......"

With a sigh of joy, Itachi hadn't laughed so happily in a long time.

"Sure enough, only being with you will make me stronger."

Unable to participate in the middle ninja exam, that Itachi can only continue to sharpen his talents and make himself stronger.

Every battle with Zhishui makes me feel extremely fulfilled.

After this battle, Itachi was out of breath, and Chakra was also consumed by most of it, but for the application of Fire Escape and Writing Wheel Eye, it was even better.

"Actually, the patriarch is a stronger ninja than me."

Zhishui said with a smile.

"My father is too busy to teach me all the time."

Itachi shook his head helplessly.

He knew that this was Shisui's humble words, and in Itachi's opinion, Shisui's strength was likely to have surpassed his father's.

He had this strong feeling.

Every time he looked directly at the writing wheel of the water, he had an inexplicable feeling of palpitations.

It's as if the water-stopping chakra eye hides some more terrifying power.

"That's right.,I'm also a shinobi anyway.,I can participate in the core meeting over there at Nanga Shrine......"

Thinking of this, Zhishui couldn't help but sigh.

Every time they talk about it, they only revolve around the five generations of Hokage, or the topic of venting all kinds of dissatisfaction with the village, which is not at all like the reserve that a wealthy family should have, but like a group of vicious thugs who are undisciplined.

Since the death of the fourth Hokage, this is not the first time this kind of thing has happened, and it has intensified.

Zhishui is really worried that if it continues to evolve like this, it will lead to irreparable disasters.

"You must be under a lot of pressure to stop the water."

He didn't know what exactly the water was doing, but the tiredness on his face and eyes couldn't be faked, and Itachi asked.

"It's fine."

Zhishui smiled, hiding the tiredness on his face.

Joining the Shadows and monitoring the village and the clan is what he does on his own will.

He couldn't completely break away from the clan and join the Hokage's banner, and similarly, if he only looked at things through the eyes of the clan, it would be too narrow.

He wanted to find a balance between the village and the clan, so that the village and the Uchiha clan could put aside their prejudices and live in peace. At present, there is no hope of reconciliation in sight, and the radicals in the family, as well as the Tuanzang in the roots, do not want the two sides to reconcile, and one must compromise.

"Don't talk about me, but then again, have strangers come looking for you lately, Itachi?"

Shisui thought of the commission of the three generations of Hokage Hitoshi, and hoped that Itachi would not have anything to do with Danzo, otherwise it would be very troublesome.

Itachi is the handsome talent he found in the Uchiha clan, and he will definitely join the Hokage's direct shadows in the future, and his path to advancement is unimpeded.

Although the roots are also a branch of the dark part, they touch very different things.

Being too deeply involved with the roots will only ruin the future of the ferret.

Itachi heard Shisui suddenly ask this question, and quickly remembered something.

It was a few days ago, a man with a gloomy face who had come to look for him.

A man named Shimura Danzo.