Naruto: Menma Exiting Infinite Tsukuyomi

Chapter 153: Publicly Announce Naruto's Identity

Seeing that Nagato had hope of standing up again, Konan could no longer be bothered with her apprehension towards Yakushi Kabuto.

She asked anxiously: "Yakushi Kabuto, you said this is only a temporary solution that treats the symptoms but not the root cause. Then is there any way to completely cure Nagato?"

"I have only healed Lord Nagato's legs with medical ninjutsu for now."

Yakushi Kabuto adjusted his glasses, saying with a serious face: "But for some reason, the recovery speed of his physical strength can't keep up with the rate of consumption, which is why his injuries cannot be completely healed."

"If you want a complete recovery, you need to find a way to achieve a state of balance between the recovery speed and the consumption speed."

With that, he looked at Nagato and Konan.

Seeing the two of them fall silent in unison, a strange light flashed in Yakushi Kabuto's eyes.

Looks like these two are very clear about the reason for this situation.

It's just that they either can't avoid it or are unwilling to avoid it, and have absolutely no idea how to solve it, so they can only maintain this current crippled state.

Is it because of that thing called the "Gedō Mazō," or because of the Rinnegan in Nagato's eyes?

Seeing that the two had no intention of speaking further, Yakushi Kabuto spoke again: "If Lord Nagato is willing to believe me, I do have two methods that could solve the problem."

"Two methods?"

"Mm, Lord Orochimaru left behind quite a few good things."

Yakushi Kabuto nodded: "The first method is to have Lord Nagato transplant Hashirama cells. However, the possibility of transplant failure is not low. At that time, it would be very easy to be devoured by out-of-control Hashirama cells."

Hearing there was a risk of failure, Konan immediately shook her head and looked at Nagato beside her with a resolute gaze.

Everyday matters were fine; she could listen to Nagato.

But for something like this, even if there was the slightest possibility of failure, she would not allow Nagato to gamble.

"I understand."

Nagato hesitated for a moment, but finally refused: "I have not yet realized my ideal. Naturally, I will not gamble with my life."

He did not fear death.

He just feared that he wouldn't fall on the path of seeking peace, but instead fall over a trivial matter.

"Then there is a second method."

Yakushi Kabuto said calmly: "According to Lord Orochimaru's research notes, the nature of White Zetsu is actually somewhat similar to Hashirama cells. Although the effect is not as good as Hashirama cells, its advantage lies in being more stable and controllable."

"Lord Nagato, who possesses the Rinnegan, can one hundred percent suppress the flesh of White Zetsu."

"...White Zetsu?"

Nagato and Konan were both stunned upon hearing this. Then, looking at each other, they both saw the doubt in the other's eyes.

White Zetsu, which only had a reconnaissance function, actually had such a use?

It seems that Uchiha Madara guy still hid many things from him.

"If this method is feasible, I will capture a White Zetsu to try."

Nagato's eyes flickered as he nodded, then he asked further: "Then, what reward do you want?"

"Lord Nagato, if possible, I do have an impertinent request."

Yakushi Kabuto bowed slightly, his tone carrying a smile: "I hope you can give me some skin flakes from the Gedō Mazō."

"I have a very strong premonition that it will bring you incalculable benefits."

...

Meanwhile, Naruto and Sasuke walked quietly along the streets of Konoha.

Along the way, villagers continuously saw him, their faces showing varied expressions.

Doubt, apprehension, indifference, panic...

But among them were a few with looks of guilt and joy.

"Good afternoon, little Naruto."

"Good afternoon."

"Yo, little Naruto, going to see Lord Third again?"

"Yeah, Grandpa Third gets lonely, after all."

Upon seeing Naruto on the road, some people whispered amongst themselves, while others showed a friendly demeanor, greeting Naruto enthusiastically.

The aura about Naruto, and the gentle smile on his face, made people feel an involuntary sense of closeness.

But everything happening now was not beyond Naruto's expectations.

Naturally, it didn't cause any waves in his heart.

Under the continuous subconscious influence of "Kotoamatsukami,"

Sarutobi Hiruzen's guilt and affection for Naruto had been amplified.

Of course, it could also be because Jiraiya's arrival had caught him off guard.

So Sarutobi Hiruzen, not long ago, had already laid bare most of the information to him.

Including Naruto's parents, and the Nine-Tails Rampage of that year.

He then gave the house keys and deed that once belonged to the Minato couple to Naruto.

He even, in front of everyone, publicly announced Naruto's identity as the son of the Fourth, the son of a hero.

Of course, out of some selfishness, Sarutobi Hiruzen pinned all the blame on Danzō.

-- When you have too many lice, you stop itching; when you have too much debt, you stop worrying.

Now, almost all the villagers knew this news.

Although in their hearts they were very reluctant to admit that the demon fox brat they had hated for years was the child of that Fourth Hokage,

Naruto's familiar hair color, and Sarutobi Hiruzen's words, shattered the wishful thinking in their hearts.

"Naruto..."

Sasuke beside him leaned closer, asking with a curious face: "Did you know about your parentage long ago?"

Honestly, he was still a bit dazed now.

After all, he originally thought Naruto was just an ordinary orphan.

He never expected him to suddenly become the child of the Fourth Hokage, Namikaze Minato.

"Hmm?"

Naruto's smile remained unchanged as he said without turning his head: "What are you talking about? Of course, I only found out not long ago."

"Heh, still pretending in front of me?"

Sasuke couldn't help but roll his eyes, complaining good-naturedly: "If you had only found out the truth recently, you wouldn't have this kind of attitude."

Others might not understand Naruto, but how could he not?

Even if this guy believed in the "Will of Fire," it was impossible for him to believe to such an obsessive degree.

If he had suddenly heard this news, he would surely have felt like he was struck by a bolt from the blue, and at the very least would have thrown a huge tantrum.

His current behavior clearly showed he was mentally prepared long ago.

"You really can endure, you know. If it were me, I would definitely have given Sarutobi Hiruzen a good scolding."

Sasuke didn't feel any jealousy or dissatisfaction, he just wanted to fight for the injustice done to Naruto.

After all, the contrast between his identity and his treatment was simply unacceptable.

Naruto smiled and waved to someone in the distance.

Simultaneously, he lowered his voice and reminded Sasuke: "Just say these things to me. In front of others, let it rot in your stomach."

"Really now, I'm not an idiot. I don't need you to remind me."

"As long as you know. I'll go see Sarutobi Hiruzen alone later."

Naruto nodded, smiling: "Having given him the cold shoulder for so long, he should be very eager to see me now."

(End of Chapter)

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