Under Pain's cold gaze, Obito slowly told the story about Yakushi Kabuto's past, which he had heard from Zetsu.
The same story, similar words, but told by different people, would have very different effects.
Orochimaru was more objective. That bad guy didn't feel sorry for Yakushi Kabuto, nor did he care about the harshness of Root or the indifference of others. When questioned by Utatane Koharu and others, he just had a bit of playful and amused attitude.
Obito was different.
He added a lot of personal feelings to the original plain narrative. The sarcasm and disdain in his words were obvious, almost saying:
"Rotten and degenerate like this, Konoha is doomed, it's over."
But it must be said that these words were very pleasing to Pain, who also aspired to overthrow the five great ninja villages.
"How about it?"
Obito slowly said, "After Yakushi Kabuto enters 'Sage Mode', his combat power is no less than Jiraiya of the 'Sannin'. To establish a war organization independent of the ninja villages, he is a valuable ally to win over."
Tendo Pain was silent for a moment, and suddenly said, "You think so highly of him, why don't you take action yourself?"
Objectively speaking, as a companion who has suffered persecution from the ninja villages, Yakushi Kabuto is indeed a good choice. They might even understand each other better than the 'Uchiha Madara' in front of him.
But precisely because he was too suitable, Pain became suspicious.
Apart from the tailed beasts, 'Uchiha Madara' had never been very interested in the Akatsuki organization. These rambling words were too suspicious.
"Heh, people like him can't be recruited with just superficial interests. In the end, you have to compete with him, and my strength has not yet fully recovered."
Obito's eyes flashed red, and he chuckled, "Besides, Sage Mode is a bit restrictive to my abilities."
He had always maintained a sense of mystery in front of Nagato and others. Apart from the Sharingan, the only ability he had shown was part of 'Kamui'. This explanation was barely acceptable, but Nagato probably only half-believed it.
But no matter what, his purpose was to make Nagato understand Yakushi Kabuto before Konoha started manufacturing rumors.
The suspicion on himself was secondary.
"I'll consider it." Pain said vaguely, with no change on his face.
Usually, when Pain showed this attitude, it meant the end of the topic, and Obito couldn't say anything more.
After all, the two were not partners who helped each other, but rather engaged in intrigue and mutual calculation.
But this time, Obito acted differently. He turned his gaze to Nagato on the wooden bed, his eyes flashing with an eerie light.
"Consider? Then you need to consider it quickly. Hesitating like this will waste a great opportunity."
Seeing Obito ignore the rules he had set again, Pain's face darkened slightly, "Are you, teaching me how to do things?"
"Hehe... just a reminder."
Obito chuckled twice, glanced at Pain,
"Actually, I don't care if Yakushi Kabuto lives or dies, but you've been doing nothing, which makes me wonder if you really aim to end the ninja world war."
Pain looked at Obito, "I told you, we are still in the early stages of preparation."
The Akatsuki organization's plan was divided into three steps: gather a large amount of money; use this money as capital to establish a ninja mercenary organization independent of the ninja villages; and conquer the world with absolute force.
Currently, the organization's plan had just begun, only reaching the first step.
"Money can't be earned enough. With the efficiency of people like Kakuzu alone, it may not be enough to reach the amount in your mind in ten years."
Obito said here, with a bit of sarcasm in his words,
"The so-called lack of money is just an excuse, an excuse for you to hide in Amegakure Village and make do with your life."
"Until now, you have not made up your mind to oppose the five great ninja villages. What are you afraid of?"
The air in the underground space froze, and Nagato opened his eyes on the wooden bed. Obito immediately felt a huge pressure descend on his head.
However, not only did he not stop talking, but he stepped forward, pressing closer, his red eyes flashing with an eerie red light,
"Did I say something wrong? You have always been like this, content with the status quo, hiding behind others."
"Last time you lost Yahiko, this time..."
The air surged, and a storm exploded in the underground space, leaving hideous marks on the solid walls with invisible force.
"Say those words again, and I will kill you."
A hoarse voice broke the silence, Nagato's eyelids drooped slightly, purple light flashed, his words carrying a clear and resolute will.
"I understand."
Obito chuckled indifferently, ignoring Nagato's threat,
"Then let's put it another way. After the recent great battles in the ninja world, Iwagakure Village and Kumogakure have suffered great losses. Sunagakure Village has serious internal management problems. In a short time, they will not have the ability to start wars."
"Kirigakure is deeply mired in civil strife under my instigation. As for Konoha, guarding the Land of Fire, they have no desire to invade."
"It is conceivable that their power will shrink next. If you want to gather wandering ninjas and replace the five great ninja villages, this is the best time."
Nagato remained silent.
Although his information was a bit delayed, as the actual ruler of the Land of Rain, he was still familiar with the situation in the ninja world.
In the future, there will be no more large-scale wars between the great powers, but rather small-scale frictions.
As 'Uchiha Madara' said, it is indeed a good opportunity for the Akatsuki organization to take over these war requests. Apart from the money issue, he could not find a reason to refuse.
"That's all I have to say, think about it carefully. We are partners, but if you stagnate, I can act alone."
Obito left a final reminder, and his whole body disappeared into the twisted whirlpool of Uzumaki.
The underground space fell silent again after his departure.
After a long time, Nagato sighed softly.
"Nagato, there is no need to pay attention to what 'Madara' said."
A clear, cold female voice rang out almost at the same time. Konan seemed to already know what he was thinking, "He doesn't know how much we cherish the current peace."
"But he is not wrong."
Nagato looked at Yahiko's face in the distance, his eyes gradually becoming firm, "Now is indeed a good time to start the plan."
Leaving aside the money, inciting small-scale wars and taking over war requests from the great ninja villages at low prices could be done at any time.
But if the Amegakure ninjas in the village are used, it is actually a very unprofitable business.
In comparison, using high-level strongmen is much cheaper.
Sasori can overthrow a country with 'Puppet Mastery: One Hundred Puppets'. Others like Kakuzu are not as efficient, but not by much.
This is why the Akatsuki organization is obsessed with collecting these S-rank missing-nin.
Konan no longer said much, "Whatever you want to do, I will fully support you."
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