Nagato was brought to Orochimaru's and Vinsmoke Judge's laboratory, and they were informed of Nagato's condition.
Orochimaru was surprised that Uchiha Tamahiko had actually managed to recruit the leader of the Akatsuki Organization, and that the reason for Nagato's Rinnegan was such.
At the same time, Nagato and Konan looked at Orochimaru with some displeasure, as they hadn't expected him to skip their meeting, only to find out he had already defected to Konoha.
"First, remove his Rinnegan and replace them with these ordinary Sharingan."
"Also, extract his blood and study the compatibility between his cells and the first hokage cells, to see if his cells will be devoured. If they aren't, then the current first hokage cells can be used for him."
"If they are devoured, then you two should continue to improve the first hokage cells and find a way to use them to create a pair of legs for him."
Uchiha Tamahiko gave his instructions directly.
The Uchiha Clan had some reserve of Three Tomoe Sharingan; typically, a deceased clan member with Three Tomoe would leave one behind.
After all, the Izanagi technique was not lost to the Uchiha, and these Sharingan were kept as a precaution for those who might lose their sight after using Izanagi.
"These Rinnegan..."
Orochimaru and Vinsmoke Judge both wanted to keep them.
"Don't dream about it. This is the highest bloodline of the Uchiha Clan. I will seal them away and save them for a suitable person."
"Konan, during this period, stay with Nagato when you have nothing to do, to prevent these two from causing problems. These researchers are always full of surprises."
Uchiha Tamahiko said this without ceremony in front of the two new recruits.
Orochimaru and Vinsmoke Judge, however, didn't mind, as they had been told off many times before.
"I understand!"
Konan nodded seriously, looking at the two with vigilance.
Then the eye transplant surgery began, with Orochimaru performing it.
When the Rinnegan were removed, Konan's hands clenched tightly; she was afraid this was another trick.
But when she saw Nagato's complexion, it gradually returned to a healthy glow after the Rinnegan were removed, and even his skin regained its elasticity.
This finally made her believe that these eyes were the real culprits behind Nagato's ghastly appearance.
Next was the transplant of the Sharingan, and the process was very smooth. As soon as the eyes were transplanted, Orochimaru noticed that the eyeball reacted, and the body quickly adapted to the eye.
"The Uzumaki Clan's body indeed possesses a physique with extremely strong vitality and recovery."
Orochimaru exclaimed.
Vinsmoke Judge was also seeing this for the first time. He felt that perhaps only the powerful recovery ability possessed by awakened Zoan Devil Fruit users could achieve such a state.
Uchiha Tamahiko left only after Nagato was in the hospital room.
Konan carefully left a large amount of her origami in the hospital room. She intended to guard Nagato without leaving his side during his recovery.
She dared not forget Uchiha Tamahiko's words about being careful of those two.
"How are things?"
Uchiha Tamahiko asked Shisui about Obito.
"Obito wants to die. He feels he is not worthy to continue living in this world and is willing to use the Rinne Rebirth technique."
"However, Minato and Kakashi-senpai both don't want Obito to die. They are currently at a stalemate, and Obito is being held in prison."
Shisui said simply.
Seeing Obito like this, he finally understood why Uchiha Tamahiko always said that their Uchiha Clan was always easily deceived.
He felt as if the world was somewhat against the Uchiha!
"Let him be. Anyway, our goal is achieved. After all, he's from the Uchiha Clan. If not, he can just wait to die in prison for the rest of his life. That would be even more torturous for him."
Uchiha Tamahiko didn't force the issue.
After all, it wasn't certain if Obito's use of Rinne Rebirth could really resurrect so many people, especially since Nagato's use of it at the time was for Konoha residents who had only recently died.
To resurrect a large number of people, it felt like Obito's current strength might not be enough.
Moreover, the significance of resurrecting Minato wasn't that great; wasn't he still working for Konoha now?
"Also, Might Guy-senpai has returned, and he captured the invading Sannin Jiraiya and Tsunade. However, they voluntarily gave up resistance because after the First Hokage appeared, they stopped attacking."
Shisui nodded. The matter with Obito was too complicated, and since the involved parties themselves had no objections, he naturally had nothing to say. He then introduced the important characters who had appeared in recent days.
"Alright, thank you for your help these past few days. The other four great Villages may have some fantasies. Before we return to the sea, we need to calm them down a bit and make them understand the disparity in strength to avoid war."
Uchiha Tamahiko said at last.
Two years for the mission, and nearly six months had passed. The system mission was still the top priority.
"Understood!"
Shisui replied.
He had always kept Uchiha Tamahiko's words, "Strength is everything," in his mind.
Now he also saw the effect. He was very satisfied with Konoha's current situation, producing for itself instead of Ninja going out to fight and earn money. This way of life was normal.
He felt that the previous way Ninja Villages survived was distorted, relying on the Land of Fire, which led to internal resources in Konoha being insufficient for all families, causing the Third Hokage and others to act against internal Konoha families to gain more resources.
When Uchiha Tamahiko found Might Guy, Might Guy was cleaning his house.
"Tamahiko. You're here."
Seeing Uchiha Tamahiko, Might Guy's expression was very complicated.
After Kakashi was imprisoned, he became somewhat disappointed with the Village. He was eventually sent to the front lines and hadn't returned for a long time.
When he learned that Konoha Hidden Village had been disbanded, that the Uchiha had taken control of Konoha, and that Konoha had been established as a nation, he considered not returning, but ultimately he did.
"Why the long face?"
"Isn't Konoha great now?"
"No need to fight; we can be self-sufficient. Although there are still some troubles, it's much better than when we were coerced by the Land of Fire and forced to do things."
Among his generation, Uchiha Tamahiko's best friend was Might Guy.
Only Might Guy treated Uchiha Tamahiko without reservations; when Uchiha Tamahiko wanted to learn the Eight Gates, he taught him directly.
Therefore, Uchiha Tamahiko's relationship with Might Guy had elevated to almost brotherly status.
"That's true. I see that everyone doesn't have too much pressure, which proves that what you've done isn't wrong."
"But, as a Ninja, what should I do next?"
Might Guy smiled and nodded, then said with some confusion.
If he didn't fight, what else could he do?
He thought for a long time and realized that he couldn't find passion in any other work.
It was too boring.
"Then become the strongest, the man with the title of the strongest martial artist!"
"Might Guy, the world of Taijutsu is far from its limits. Look, this is a technique called Armament Haki. It can increase defense and destructive power. After using it, it's a technique that can double the power of Taijutsu."
"Also, Might Guy, do you know where the Uchiha went after leaving Konoha?"
"A new world!"
"Most of it is a world where people fight with Taijutsu. In such a world, there's the strongest swordsman, but there isn't yet the strongest martial artist. I think you can be that!"
Uchiha Tamahiko said very earnestly to Might Guy.
If Might Guy stopped progressing in Taijutsu due to Konoha's current situation, Uchiha Tamahiko would feel guilty.
While others were recruited to work for the Uchiha, only Might Guy was someone Uchiha Tamahiko hoped could fulfill his own dream.
"I believe in you, Tamahiko!"
"In that case, let me become the strongest martial artist in that world!"
"Spreading the passion of youth, I will never stop!"
Hearing Uchiha Tamahiko's words, Might Guy was moved. He felt the other person's concern for him.
He once again showed his trademark clean, white teeth that could be used in a toothpaste commercial, revealing a brilliant smile.
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