In the underground Anbu headquarters, the originally dark and damp prison had been transformed by Yang Tao into a bright and spacious area.
Several figures stood in the renovated prison, watching a hooded figure draw a formation on the ground.
In the center of the formation lay a White Zetsu, tightly bound.
The figure was Kabuto, who had been left behind. After drawing the formation, he reached out and pushed up the glasses on his nose. The lenses reflected the light of the fluorite, obscuring his eyes.
"Sir, the formation is ready. We can perform Edo Tensei at any time."
"Then let's begin."
Although Kabuto was not as powerful as he would be later, performing Edo Tensei was still no problem for him.
Kabuto quickly formed hand signs.
Beside him, the diligent student Sasuke, with his Rinnegan, observed intently: Tiger - Snake - Dog - Dragon. Finally, Kabuto clasped his hands together and softly chanted: "Edo Tensei!"
Dust rose from the ground and began to spread over the White Zetsu. In just a few seconds, the White Zetsu's body was completely swallowed by the dust, revealing the form of a woman.
Her long, beautiful red hair confirmed her identity: Kushina.
Upon seeing his mother, Naruto immediately became excited and wanted to rush forward, but Yang Tao held him back and comforted him, "Wait... it's not over yet."
Kushina, who had just been Edo Tensei'd, slowly opened her eyes and looked around blankly. She quickly saw Naruto, whose head was being held by Yang Tao, and said in disbelief, "Naruto?"
"Mom..."
Naruto couldn't help but shed tears.
Yang Tao smiled and interrupted their conversation: "Please wait a moment, both of you. This isn't over yet."
Then he said to Sasuke, "Now it's your turn."
Sasuke nodded seriously, forming hand signs as surging Chakra erupted from his body: "Outer Path: Rinne Rebirth!"
Kushina, who had previously looked like a clay figurine covered in cracks, began to emit white steam, and Sasuke's Chakra rapidly diminished.
Using the Rinne Rebirth to revive others was a considerable burden for Sasuke at this point, as not everyone was a member of the Uzumaki Clan.
Fortunately, he had the ten thousand Chakra points provided by his mod specialization, which compensated for some of the deficiencies.
In less than a minute, Kushina's body was free of any cracks, and the clay figurine-like appearance was replaced by vibrant life.
The deceased Kushina was revived.
The transition between life and death caused a significant change in Kushina's soul; the desire to return to the Pure Land disappeared.
Yang Tao released Naruto, patted his shoulder, and said, "Go."
Naruto, with a choked voice, rushed towards his mother and buried himself in Kushina's embrace.
"Mom..."
Kushina, having come back to her senses, also held Naruto tightly, two lines of tears streaming down her cheeks.
Yang Tao smiled and walked over to Sasuke, seeing him panting, knowing it was due to the rapid consumption of too much Chakra.
"Rest for a bit, and eat something."
Sasuke nodded gently. It was his first time using the Rinnegan's Outer Path jutsu, and many aspects were not perfect.
While Sasuke rested, Kabuto didn't stay idle. He walked over, picked up another White Zetsu, and threw it into the center of the formation, continuing the previous process. He clasped his hands together and softly chanted: "Edo Tensei..."
White clay appeared again.
This time it was also a woman. She had long, straight black hair, and even without opening her eyes, she exuded an extremely gentle aura.
Sasuke, who had just sat down and drunk a bottle of Almond water, showed an expression of disbelief and jumped up from his chair:
"Sir, when did..."
"Wasn't this meant to be a surprise for you?"
Uchiha Mikoto, the mother of Uchiha Itachi and Uchiha Sasuke, was gentle and kind, and she deeply loved Sasuke.
Unfortunately, she willingly died with her husband, Uchiha Fugaku, at the hands of their eldest son, Uchiha Itachi.
Before her death, she and her husband instructed Itachi to take good care of his younger brother, Sasuke.
"However, at most, I can help you revive your father and your mother. Don't even think about other members of the Uchiha Clan. It's best for your family of three to live as an ordinary family in Konoha."
Every member of the Uchiha Clan is mentally ill; without some mental issues, they cannot awaken the Sharingan, and the more severe the illness, the stronger they become.
Yang Tao took out a Military Ration Pill from the Battle Tower from his backpack and handed it to Sasuke, saying, "The decision is in your hands. If you want to revive him, perform the Rinne Rebirth. If not, then talk to your mother and have Kabuto release the Edo Tensei."
With that, Yang Tao did not remain in the Anbu basement but left the Anbu headquarters and headed towards the village's commercial district.
It was already night, and outside, the stars shone brightly, with a full moon hanging high in the sky.
The surrounding streetlights cast dim light, illuminating the empty streets.
The technology tree in the Naruto World was extremely skewed, possessing not only various ninjutsu but also many technological products.
For example, computers, walkie-talkies, manga books, and many other modern products.
He soon arrived at Konoha's more bustling commercial district. Even at night, it was lively, and ordinary citizens and idle ninja alike enjoyed strolling here in the evenings.
Although the death of the Third Hokage had a significant impact, the lives of the common people still had to continue.
Yang Tao bought many Konoha-specialty snacks and walked towards Ichiraku Ramen while eating.
...
The next day.
In the early morning, a dense fog covered the entire Konoha. Yang Tao stretched and climbed out of bed.
As soon as he stepped out of the house, a masked Anbu ninja knelt beside him and said, "Sir, the ninja guarding the west gate has fainted. The enemy has entered Konoha."
"Oh? They arrived in just two days. How proactive..."
Yang Tao smiled and said, "Go notify Sasuke and Naruto. Tell them the people have arrived."
"Yes, Sir!"
The Anbu ninja immediately used the Body Flicker Technique to leave. Yang Tao looked at the faint sunlight appearing on the horizon and murmured softly, "I wonder what mod this 50% exploration value of the Naruto World will grant..."
After about five minutes, Naruto and Sasuke both arrived beside him.
Yang Tao looked at Sasuke and said with a smile, "How about it? Have you made up your mind? That man has returned."
"I'm really looking forward to it. This time, who will win or lose in your battle..."
Rinnegan Sasuke VS Mangekyo Sharingan Itachi.
Sasuke, with a complex expression, had originally wanted to say something, but after hearing Yang Tao's last sentence, he remained silent for a moment before saying, "I will definitely win..."
However, upon hearing Yang Tao's later words, Sasuke understood that the truth of the Uchiha Clan Massacre was no longer important. What was important was everything Yang Tao had invested in him, all for this very moment.
He believed that no matter whether he won or lost today, Yang Tao would not blame him.
But if he were to say he would spare Itachi...
Then Sir would definitely be unhappy.