Naruto: Starting with the Celebrity of Japan

In a hidden cave near the Land of Water.

Madara Uchiha and several White Zetsu were talking here.

To better implement his plans regarding the Hidden Mist, Madara moved his hideout here.

A few minutes ago, a White Zetsu recounted everything that had happened in Konoha the day before to Madara Uchiha.

And at this moment...

The air was completely silent.

"That Uchiha..."

After a long silence, Madara spoke.

"Ugh! My face's all swollen from being slapped!"

White Zetsu nodded affirmatively and quickly added the second half of Madara's sentence.

"This isn't just slapping Obito in the face, it's slapping you in the face!"

Another White Zetsu spoke to Madara at the opportune moment.

Ban fell into an awkward silence once again.

It's important to understand that Obito Uchiha was the most crucial pawn in Madara's next plan, but judging from White Zetsu's description...

Madara's choice between Obito Uchiha and Shuuichi Musashi seems to have been a mistake.

"How about we try contacting that show-off again?"

Bai Jue suggested.

Ban pondered for a long time, and finally sighed, saying:

"Let's find an opportunity to bring him to meet me..."

In the end, Madara decided to meet Ranshu.

However, as an old man who has lived for decades, Ban is still very meticulous.

Although his initial plan had changed, Madara, who had controlled the Hidden Mist Ninja, still had the Three-Tails as his greatest asset.

Therefore, he still has three options to choose from:

—The best strategy is to select the best and most outstanding pawn, Ranshu, and promise him the power of the Three-Tailed Fox, thus enticing him to carry out the Eye of the Moon Plan…

This strategy is the simplest, safest, and most reliable; Random Show's strength is trustworthy.

The only variable is the random display.

I wonder if he will obediently listen to me.

—The middle strategy is to still use the originally chosen pawn, Obito, to seal the Three-Tails into the body of the girl he loves, then create a special event to drive Obito into a mental illness, and then make him work for him...

This strategy carries some risk, but it is a win-win option.

Ideally, the Three-Tails could severely damage Konoha, but if not, they could still acquire Obito as a pawn.

Of course, the risk lies in whether the script will unfold as planned...

This is an unknown.

—As for the worst option…

This is a terrible idea, and Madara Uchiha doesn't intend to waste the Three-Tails resource like this for the time being...

"Okay, it's decided then. Go and contact those two children, and find an opportunity to bring them to see me."

Ban instructed Bai Jue.

He plans to first implement the two plans, the best and the middle strategies, and then decide which one to choose based on the situation.

We won't resort to such a desperate measure unless absolutely necessary...

After receiving the order, Bai Jue once again emerged from the cave.

……

After a day of intermittent travel, Luanxiu and his group had basically arrived near the mission location.

Luanxiu unfurled the mission scroll, explaining the requirements from above:

"Arrive at the target location and make contact with the frontline troops to block the advance routes of the Hidden Mist..."

"It seems that Kirigakure has officially begun its attack from all directions."

After hearing the mission description, Kakashi analyzed it for everyone.

"Yes. The situation is serious. As the Water Gate team, we have indeed been assigned to the most difficult mission."

Luanxiu put away the scroll and echoed.

"Let's split up. Everyone go and make contact with the troops, and then lead your teams to intercept the Fog Shadows from all directions."

Obito made a rare suggestion.

In his mind, only by splitting up could he have a chance to secretly contact that person...

Ranshu glanced at Obito, who was looking like he was seriously discussing tactics.

Obito's plan is clearly very unsafe. If they split up now, they will create conditions for Madara Uchiha and Kirigakure's conspiracy.

but……

To some extent, this can also solve the problem of blocking the fog-covered enemy.

Moreover, Ranxiu actually quite wanted to act alone.

He also had to show off his skills on the battlefield, so acting alone avoided constantly putting on an act in front of his teammates...

"There are significant risks, but the overall situation is manageable..."

After thinking for a moment, Luanxiu analyzed it in his mind.

Having finalized his plan, Luanxiu nodded and said to everyone:

"Yes, but everyone's safety must be ensured first. So please take note of the following arrangements I'm making."

"Kakashi, head south and join up with the troops there. There are many enemies here, but you should be strong enough to handle them."

"Obito, the route to the north is through a wide expanse of water. If you lead your troops to fight close to the shore, you only need to deal with the enemy from one direction, so the pressure won't be too great."

"As for Rin... you will come with me on the central route. As a medical ninja, it's best if you don't act alone. Being in the central route makes it easier for us to support the other routes."

Luanxiu made clear arrangements, especially for Xiaolin.

In the original work, Rin was captured by Kirigakure, who was controlled by Madara, which led to the later storyline where Kakashi ripped out her heart.

Therefore, having Lin come with me is the safest option.

But to everyone's surprise, after Luanxiu announced his final arrangement, two voices simultaneously voiced their opposition.

"No!"

"don't want!"

The first to object was Obito.

First of all, the fact that Ran Shu assumed Obito was not strong enough and thus assigned him to the northern route with the least pressure had already made him very unhappy.

Now I hear that Luanxiu wants to arrange for Lin to stay with him...

This is outrageous!

Who knows what you'll do to Lin when no one's around?!

Therefore, Obito strongly protested against this last arrangement.

As for the second dissenting voice...

It was Nohara Rin herself who proposed it!

"I have to play a role in the mission just like you guys! Everyone has a plan; I can't be the only one holding the team back!"

Lin stared at Luanxiu and said seriously.

Good grief, here it comes...

They're the kind of people who can't stand not getting caught; they're just waiting for themselves here...

Luanxiu thought helplessly.

"Lin, I believe in your abilities, but—"

"No buts, Lin isn't acting alone; she'll be carrying out the mission with the main force she'll meet up with!"

Obito retorted to Ranshudo.

Seeing that Lin was still very dedicated to shining in the team, Luanxiu simply stopped worrying about it.

Just keep an eye on Lin's movements when you take action later.

"Alright, Nohara Rin will join me and the main force on the central route first, and then head to the central-northern route to hold back a portion of the enemy on the northern route."

Luanxiu redeployed.

"yes!"

Xiaolin jumped up happily when she heard about Luanxiu's arrangement.

Obito, upon realizing that Rin was the closest to him in this arrangement, had no objections.

After determining their respective tasks, the four temporarily split into three groups and headed off in different directions.

Kakashi was very satisfied with Ranshu's arrangement.

He ran along the road to the south, raising his right hand.

In an instant, a streak of purple lightning flashed by.

"I've made great progress, Ranshu-sensei! Now I'll show you my true strength!"

After saying that, Kakashi disappeared into the distance in a few flashes.

……

Luanxiu and Lin will temporarily work together.

After walking for a while, in a grove of trees where there was no one else around, Lin suddenly stopped.

"What's wrong?"

Luanxiu also stopped and asked Lin in confusion.

Lin simply used her slender fingers to gather her hair back, revealing her fair and delicate neck skin.

"Luanxiu, I have something to say to you!"

Lin blinked her bright, watery eyes and blushed as she spoke to Luanxiu.