After Black Zetsu reported to Uchiha Madara, Uchiha Madara only said, 'Is that so?' and then fell silent.
Black Zetsu thought Uchiha Madara was deep in thought, until he heard light snores, and Black Zetsu realized Uchiha Madara had actually fallen asleep.
"Cough, cough!"
Black Zetsu feigned a cough, and Uchiha Madara opened his eyes, sighing, "I've been getting sleepier lately. My time is running out."
He, who was once the Dance King of the battlefield, was now so decrepit that he could only linger in such a dark place, which greatly depressed Uchiha Madara.
Black Zetsu asked, puzzled, "Madara, you transplanted the Rinnegan to Nagato. Why don't you continue to cultivate Nagato, and instead want to find a proxy? Isn't this redundant?
If you're worried that Nagato might go astray in the future, I can monitor him. If you want to find a proxy now, it means one more person knows your plan, and the risk is doubled, isn't it?"
Uchiha Madara said in a hoarse voice, "You are merely a manifestation of my will, without much power. If Nagato ever has problems in the future, you won't be able to control him, who possesses the Rinnegan.
Therefore, I need a double guarantee. Although one more person knowing means one more potential accident, my plan is to be executed only after my death, so I will lose control over Nagato afterward.
The plan cannot be completed in a short time; it will be calculated in years, at least 15 years or more. Too many unforeseen circumstances can occur in 15 years, so I need a proxy to keep Nagato in check. If one side betrays me, the other can continue to execute the plan on my behalf."
Black Zetsu sneered inwardly.
He might not have much power, but he was manipulating the development of the entire Ninja World. Controlling a Nagato would be effortless.
However, if Uchiha Madara wanted to be cautious, that was fine. A double guarantee was also good. If, as Uchiha Madara said, Nagato had problems, Uchiha Madara's proxy could step in.
Black Zetsu asked, puzzled, "But, Madara, why did you choose those three people, especially that brat? He's stupid and weak, completely useless."
Uchiha Madara raised his eyes and glanced at Black Zetsu: "As a manifestation of my will, why haven't you inherited any of my wisdom?"
Fortunately, Black Zetsu's face was already black; if it were white, he would surely have turned black.
He had practically guided and manipulated the fate of the entire Ninja World, and he had no wisdom?
Inherit Uchiha Madara's wisdom? It would be more accurate if Uchiha Madara inherited his wisdom!
He was merely a chess piece; this was simply preposterous!
It was clearly because Uchiha Madara was too foolish, and he was too clever, which was why Uchiha Madara couldn't understand!
Uchiha Madara explained to Black Zetsu: "The stupid and weak brat you mentioned is my preferred proxy. I chose Obito because he is different from other Uchiha. Obito is very kind, and only truly kind people, after experiencing the pain of losing loved ones, can unleash greater hatred and undergo a true transformation.
The other two are merely backups for Obito. Unless Obito encounters problems, I will not choose these two.
Uchiha Setsuna inherited my will and is a treacherous and cunning individual. He is quite dissatisfied with Senju Tobirama's policies for governing the Uchiha Clan and has always yearned to reclaim sovereignty from the Senju Clan. However, he is a bit foolish; his instigation of Uchiha to rebel and cause trouble was detected by Senju Tobirama, and he has been imprisoned ever since his arrest.
If Uchiha Setsuna becomes my proxy, at least his loyalty is not a concern. He will undoubtedly complete the mission I give him by any means necessary, but his hatred is insufficient, so I don't have high hopes for his strength.
As for the third, she is someone from my era. At that time, my father, Uchiha Tajima, was the Clan Head leading the Uchiha Clan. She possessed the Mangekyo Sharingan, and her Mangekyo Sharingan's dōjutsu is excellent. Furthermore, she had two other dōjutsu transplanted, but she was sealed by the combined forces of the Senju Clan and the Sarutobi Clan.
Because no one knew her name, she was called 'Nameless' by the Uchiha. She resents the Uchiha, resents Ninja, and resents the Ninja World. If I can utilize this hatred, I can control her.
However, her hatred is full of uncertainty, as it was not given by me. Therefore, regarding her, unless it is absolutely necessary, I will not choose her. So for now, I am only having you locate where she is sealed. Even if the sealing location is found, I do not plan to immediately unseal and release her."
Black Zetsu asked, "Besides those three, are there no other suitable candidates?"
Uchiha Madara replied coldly, "My energy is limited; I cannot observe everyone. That is why I created you to investigate and monitor on my behalf. If you find a suitable candidate later, you can recommend them to me."
Black Zetsu agreed, "I understand. I will help you look out for other suitable candidates."
Uchiha Madara emphasized, "However, do not put the cart before the horse. Your most important task now is to observe Obito, wait for the right moment to act, and then bring Obito to me.
Also, find the sealing location of 'Nameless'. It should be within the Land of Fire. Search carefully. Even if she cannot become my proxy, she can serve as a secret weapon to be used for our cause in the future.
Alright, I've explained everything I needed to explain to you. Don't ask such foolish questions next time. You can leave and get to work."
Black Zetsu almost couldn't keep his composure.
What's with the act!
He didn't know any of this, so what's wrong with asking?
Black Zetsu's body sank into the ground, leaving Mount Cemetery to work for Boss Madara.
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Two days later.
Uzumaki Kushina brought Shindai to the Hokage Office.
Hiruzen Sarutobi felt a bit uncomfortable seeing Shindai.
After all, Shindai's flattery from last time left a deep impression on Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Even if he tried to forget it, he would remember it again upon seeing Shindai.
Hiruzen Sarutobi tried his best to maintain a benevolent expression, smiling and saying, "It seems your puppet is finally complete, Shindai. Congratulations."
"Oh, Hokage-sama, don't be so polite. When I return next time, I'll customize one for you, I guarantee you'll be satisfied, but we'll have to avoid Lake Biwa-sama."
Shindai's expression was a bit lewd as he raised his eyebrows at Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't quite understand Shindai's meaning. Customize one? Avoid his wife Sarutobi Biwako? Why?
Seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi's somewhat bewildered expression, Shindai chuckled slyly: "Lord Jiraiya was very satisfied~"
Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes suddenly lit up; he instantly understood Shindai's meaning.
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