"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Three consecutive bursts of dust exploded in the Basement. The three Naruto were almost simultaneously punched in the face by Adam, exploding into piles of dust before slowly reforming to normal.
Only this time, the three did not attack again, but instead, grave expressions appeared on their faces.
Although the Edo Tensei prevented them from utilizing even one-tenth of their strength, a simultaneous assault by the three of them was absolutely not something an ordinary person could withstand, not even Orochimaru.
The result was that they were all defeated at the same time, and it was done so directly and plainly, relying solely on Taijutsu.
The crucial point was that they had realized that even at their peak, they might not have been able to keep up with the speed of that attack.
They hadn't expected such a powerful Ninja to appear in the current Ninja World.
"I said, I'm not an enemy, and Naruto is fine. The Fourth Naruto will tell you once he wakes up. See, I haven't even used Impure World Reincarnation to forcibly control you."
Adam spread his hands helplessly, looking at the three Naruto with their solemn expressions.
"Oh, I see. So, what do you want to talk about?"
At this moment, the First Naruto suddenly put away his attacking stance and sat down on the ground.
Upon seeing this, the Second Naruto immediately frowned:
"Big Brother, he's not from Konoha, he's learned my Impure World Reincarnation, and he has the Kyuubi. His words aren't trustworthy. Besides, this Impure World Reincarnation is a technique I invented; he can't control me!"
"Relax, relax. I feel he has no ill will. There's no need for this. Let's just talk. Don't always think of solving problems with violence."
The First Naruto smiled and forcefully pulled the Second Naruto to sit on the ground.
And the Third Naruto, seeing that the Fourth Naruto was fine, thought for a moment and also sat down.
The identity of the person before them was too mysterious, and his strength was absurdly powerful. Observing the situation first might not be an incorrect strategy.
"Lords, he is not a bad person, and he is indeed a friend of Konoha. He can be trusted!"
Just then, the Fourth Naruto also opened his eyes.
The passage of time in the spiritual World is different from reality. In the short time that passed in reality, the Fourth Naruto had already learned general information about Adam from his Chakra consciousness in the spiritual World.
Hearing the Fourth Naruto say this, the other three Naruto finally completely relaxed.
"If you two brothers are done talking, you can come over here and talk with these three. After talking, you should be able to figure things out."
Having dealt with the four Naruto, Adam waved to Sasuke and Itachi over there.
The brothers didn't delay long, ended their conversation, and walked over together.
After a simple introduction, Sasuke recounted the Uchiha clan massacre and his own actions. Finally, he asked the First Naruto:
"First Naruto, I just want to ask you, what is a Village? What is a Ninja?"
"What is a Village? What is a Ninja?"
The First Naruto restrained the Second Naruto, who wanted to kill Sasuke on the spot, then stroked his chin and began to answer seriously:
"I don't know how to explain it to you, but I can tell you about the Village."
So, the First Naruto then recounted the entire story of him and Uchiha Madara establishing Konoha, and why they eventually turned against each other.
"Alright, time is almost up. Let's talk again next time we have time!"
After the First Naruto finished his story, Adam saw that there was little time left in the hour. He no longer concerned himself with any remaining doubts the four Naruto might have, and first dispelled their Edo Tensei, sending them back to the World of the Dead.
He had already memorized the soul signatures of the four; next time, even without a medium, he could reanimate them with Edo Tensei.
"Sasuke, what's your decision after hearing all that?"
Sasuke turned to look at Itachi, who then reached out and tapped Sasuke's forehead.
"This time, you decide your own path. Whatever your final choice, I will support you!"
"Brother."
Sasuke looked at Itachi, his eyes slowly becoming resolute.
"I want to become Naruto. I want to change the outdated Ninja system, prevent the tragedy of the Uchiha from happening again, and protect the Konoha you have always protected!"
"Good, then do as you wish."
A smile appeared on Itachi's face.
"My time is almost up, so let's end our conversation here."
Hearing Sasuke's decision, Adam knew that his plan for Sasuke to be an informant was basically a success. After a reminder, he formed a hand sign and released Itachi's Edo Tensei.
After Itachi disappeared and reformed into White Zetsu, Sasuke turned to look at Adam:
"What is your purpose? Is it just for this?"
His intuition told him that everything Adam had done was not merely to resolve his inner turmoil, make him abandon his revenge against Konoha, and return to Konoha.
Adam smiled:
"Of course, it's not just for these reasons. Besides resolving your inner turmoil, I also hope you can continue to stay in the Akatsuki Organization, like your brother Itachi, and temporarily act as an informant.
You know, I can only stay in this World for one hour each day."
Next, Adam told Sasuke his plan.
He didn't mention Ōtsutsuki Kaguya or Ōtsutsuki Isshiki. He only told Sasuke about Uchiha Obito's information and Uchiha Madara's plan, asking Sasuke to be an inside man.
After determining when Obito would start the war, Sasuke was to notify him one day in advance, so Adam could accurately calculate the time to appear in this World to help.
"Given your previous actions, Konoha cannot allow you to become Naruto. But if you are willing to help, then afterward you will be a hero who saved the Ninja World, and naturally, you will have the qualifications to run for Naruto.
What do you think?"
"Alright, I agree!"
Without much thought, Sasuke agreed to cooperate with Adam.
Because he knew Adam was right; with his current status as a Konoha rogue Ninja, even if he left Akatsuki and returned to Konoha now, he would probably be placed under surveillance, let alone run for Naruto.
Moreover, this Fourth Shinobi World War, if not for Adam's help, it would be truly uncertain if they could defeat Nagato, Uchiha Obito, Uchiha Madara, and the Impure World Reincarnation powerhouses of Yakushi Kabuto.
Furthermore, there was the Ten-Tails, that ultimate weapon, and a hundred thousand White Zetsu.
"From today onwards, every night at eleven, you must be alone. I will find you based on the Flying Thunder God Mark on your body, and you will report Obito and their information to me.
Remember, besides me, do not let anyone know your identity as an informant. You should have already experienced Zetsu's surveillance methods."
Seeing Sasuke agree, Adam gave a few instructions and then sent Sasuke back to the Akatsuki Base.
"As for the six White Zetsu that disappeared from your body..."
"I know what to do. I'll pretend to be angry and question him later. To avoid losing me as a fighting force, I think he won't dwell on it and will even placate me."
Sasuke replied indifferently.
Adam nodded, then Apparated away.
Although Sasuke was tsundere and chuunibyou, his intelligence was always quite sharp; he could handle such minor matters well.