"Is this Konoha?"
"So prosperous, so peaceful, so comfortable..."
"Perhaps in the entire Ninja World today, Konoha is the only place that can enjoy peace."
"That's for sure. Even the Five Major War Zones in the Land of Fire can't hope to have peace anytime soon."
"In my opinion, it's only temporary. We need to annex other countries now, and after a while, when the war ends, it will be fine."
"..."
Everyone present spoke up one after another.
Standing on the rooftop of the Hokage Building at this moment, looking at the peaceful and prosperous Konoha below, the members of the Akatsuki Organization were all filled with emotion.
This was only natural!
Even though they were all Rogue Ninja, they basically all had their own pursuits; no one was born with a love for slaughter.
Kakuzu was betrayed by Takigakure, Sasori and Deidara pursued art, and Kisame Hoshigaki only defected after his beliefs collapsed.
Choosing to join Obito's faction was also in pursuit of peace.
Needless to say, Nagato—although his methods were crude, his essence was also the pursuit of peace.
"Nagato..."
"Konan!"
Just as everyone was admiring the beautiful scenery of Konoha, Konan suddenly arrived on the rooftop.
Seeing Konan, a faint smile appeared on Nagato's lips.
Especially thinking that from now on they would no longer have to experience slaughter, and that he, Konan, and the future resurrected Yahiko would all be able to enjoy long-lasting peace in Konoha, the smile on his lips naturally carried a touch of sincerity.
After the two exchanged brief greetings, Konan took a deep breath: "Everyone, follow me."
After saying this.
She led the group from the Akatsuki Organization straight to the Hokage Office.
"Hokage-sama!"
Seeing Uchiha Jin sitting there, everyone present spoke up one after another.
Even the lawless members of the Akatsuki Organization displayed a trace of respect on their faces at this moment.
This was also normal!
After all, everyone in the Ninja World now knew that Uchiha Jin was considered one of the strongest people, not to mention that they would have to live in Konoha from now on.
Respect for the strong was a very normal thing!
"Hmm, hello everyone!"
"Please, have a seat. Konan, serve the tea."
"I don't have that many rules here. You can just keep your respect in your hearts; I don't value external displays."
"Although I am the Hokage, I don't care about those formalities. Everyone, just feel free and relaxed!"
Upon hearing these words from Uchiha Jin, everyone present let out a sigh of relief.
Hmm, that's good!
Seeing Uchiha Jin treating people so gently, everyone felt an increasing sense of goodwill toward this Hokage.
Obviously!
They were all a group of Rogue Ninja, so naturally, they didn't want to be too restricted.
And now, Uchiha Jin's Hokage Office was naturally different from that of Hiruzen Sarutobi in the past; his setup was similar to that of Officials in China.
In addition to the desk and the bookcase behind it, the large space in front was furnished with sofas for guests, as well as solid wood tables for tea.
After everyone sat down, Konan finished brewing the tea.
Nagato and the others picked up the tea in their hands, and their guard against Uchiha Jin relaxed significantly. At this moment, they truly began to believe that Uchiha Jin was genuinely trying to recruit them.
"Alright everyone, let's talk business."
"We hadn't met before, so perhaps you were all feeling a bit uneasy."
"Now, as the Hokage, I can reiterate to everyone that the conditions I promised you all still stand. I will have Konan handle the specific paperwork for everyone in a moment."
"If you have any questions, feel free to come to me!"
Uchiha Jin was also a fairly straightforward person and knew what everyone was worried about, so he immediately gave them his guarantee without any hesitation.
Yes!
Uchiha Jin attached great importance to this group from the Akatsuki Organization, as they were all Kage-level powerhouses without exception.
Especially Nagato, who was at the Super Kage Level.
Although his Rinnegan definitely had some issues and Uchiha Madara could take it back at any time, Uchiha Jin really wasn't afraid of that.
Once he awakens his own Rinnegan, he is confident he can eliminate those hidden dangers.
By then, with the bond between Konan and Yahiko, he was confident he could turn Nagato into his top-tier workhorse.
As for—Uchiha Madara?
Heh!
How could such an unruly person ever truly be tamed?
Since he wasn't his workhorse, why should he care if he lived or died!
You say the Rinnegan is yours; do you have any proof, damn it?
Meanwhile, on the other side.
For the members of the Akatsuki Organization, the heavy stone in their hearts regarding this promise naturally fell away quietly.
Immediately after.
After everyone chatted for a while, they let Konan take them away.
They wouldn't be needed for the time being!
Let them settle down in Konoha during this time, experience the peaceful environment here, and we'll talk after they have truly integrated into Konoha.
...
On the other side, in the Land of Snow.
At the same time that Nagato and the others left, Obito and Black Zetsu arrived there instantly.
"This is the place where Nagato and the others' Chakra last remained."
"But, obviously."
"They have already left here, and we can't find their location for the time being."
"It's as if they vanished instantly; the only thing I can think of is Space-Time Ninjutsu."
"In other words, the Flying Thunder God Technique!"
"And currently, the only ones who possess the Flying Thunder God Technique, and have the ability and qualifications to perform it, are those in Konoha."
Black Zetsu's face was ugly, and he spoke almost through gritted teeth.
Because Nagato was possessed by the White Zetsu, he hadn't paid too much attention to Nagato during this time.
But, he hadn't expected.
Just by not paying attention to Nagato for a moment, this incident had occurred.
What to do?
He didn't care about the White Zetsu; the only thing he truly cared about was the Rinnegan. After all, the Rinnegan was essential for saving his mother.
On the other side, Obito was also furious!
Although he didn't know Black Zetsu's true purpose, his subsequent Infinite Tsukuyomi plan could not do without that pair of Rinnegan in Nagato's hands.
"Damn it, we're in trouble!"
"If I had known, I should have retrieved the Rinnegan earlier. Now that kid Nagato has definitely joined Konoha, it's going to be hard to get the Rinnegan back."
"I don't know what secret technique that Uchiha Jin has, but the White Zetsu simply can't hide from his eyes."
"I said long ago that Konan was in Konoha and it would be easy for Konoha to recruit her, and it wouldn't be good if it affected Nagato."
"You just wouldn't listen, and now look at this, are you happy?"
"What do we do?"
The way Obito looked at Black Zetsu was full of dissatisfaction; clearly, in his view, this was all Black Zetsu's fault.
And, in response to this.
Hearing this, Black Zetsu was so angry he could spit blood. Could this be blamed on him?
Did he want Nagato to run away?
Thinking of this, he immediately spoke viciously: "Obito, don't you dare make false accusations! Why didn't I retrieve the Rinnegan earlier? Don't you have any idea?"
"The Rinnegan needs Nagato to nourish it, and there is no longer a Uzumaki clan in the Ninja World."
"If we really take the Rinnegan back, do you expect to rely on you to nourish it?"
"Do you have that capability?"
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