"He probably does not know yet that Otsutsuki Zeroshiki has been defeated. Can we use this point to set up a deception and buy some time. " Orochimaru asked with a serious expression.
In their view, the worst possible situation right now is the entire Otsutsuki clan's elite experts coming to attack. If that happens, they most likely cannot defend their homeland.
After all, the Otsutsuki clan has deep reserves and many powerful members. Once they mobilize fully, the Ninja World will certainly be destroyed in the great war.
They should try their best to avoid fighting on their own territory. The ideal scenario is for the Ninja World to be the attacking side, to attack the Otsutsuki clan's homeland.
Although doing this would still be very dangerous, it offers much more room for maneuver. After all, they are all ninjas by origin. They do not necessarily have to confront the Otsutsuki clan head-on. Playing dirty and causing destruction is a ninja's specialty.
On the Otsutsuki clan's side, if they cannot defeat them, they can always run away. At worst, they can regroup and come back later. If they really cannot escape and die there, it would at least prevent the disaster from reaching their own world.
As long as they can throw the Otsutsuki clan into complete turmoil, they might not have the energy left to threaten the Ninja World.
So overall, they should now try their best to avoid falling into a passive defensive position.
" We can try. But that resurrected guy is very troublesome. The Otsutsuki clan might make a series of decisions unfavorable to us based on his intelligence. It probably will not be easy to fool them. " Ryun said with a serious expression.
His words made everyone present feel their hearts sink. The joy of just winning a major battle instantly vanished without a trace.
They also did not expect that killing one enemy would lead to a series of subsequent troubles. It might even bring about the imminent destruction of the Ninja World.
" You lowly, inferior beings, enjoy your last bit of living time. Our Otsutsuki clan will not let you off. Hahaha. " Otsutsuki Meishiki suddenly started laughing maniacally with a ferocious face. He had recovered a little by now.
However, before he could laugh for long, Kaguya Otsutsuki's countless fine, long hairs in the next moment went through his mouth, directly piercing into it, and even pulled out Otsutsuki Meishiki's tongue.
" Whether we can survive is indeed unknown. But the outcome for you few in the near future certainly will not be good. " Orochimaru said coldly.
" Bring them all over. I need to know more information to better deal with the coming crisis. " Ryun said calmly. He simply did not take Otsutsuki Meishiki's curse seriously.
The three restrained Otsutsuki were brought before Ryun. Ryun waved his hand and flung Truth-Seeking Orb black rods at them.
As the sound of sharp implements piercing flesh sounded one after another, each of them was pierced full of black rods. Even the Byakugan and Rinnegan on their bodies were ruthlessly dug out by Ryun.
After sealing the three, Ryun did not immediately perform a soul search. Instead, he threw them into the Kamui dimension, planning to carefully go through their memories after returning to the village.
The deceased Otsutsuki would still need some time to resurrect through the 'Karma'. So the time left for Ryun to deal with the crisis was still relatively ample.
" Everyone, return to the village first. Report your safety to your families. " Ryun said, glancing at everyone.
" Okay. "
" Then I will return to Ryuchi Cave first. Just summon me whenever the next major battle happens. " Black Dragon stood up directly. All the injuries on its body had now completely disappeared.
The Otsutsuki clan's physical bodies were extremely powerful, especially the flesh of high-level Six Paths tier experts. It might be able to use this to advance its strength further. Right now, it just wanted to return to its comfortable cave to properly digest the Otsutsuki in its stomach.
The Otsutsuki clan were the Divine Tree's favorite offerings (food). For Black Dragon to eat such an extraterrestrial premium blood feast was no less than receiving a minor blessing.
" Go ahead. And you too, Katsuyu. Thank you for your hard work. " Ryun waved his hand and smiled.
" Lord Ryun and everyone else are the ones who truly worked hard. The power of our sacred lands is too insignificant. The heavy burden of protecting our homeland and resisting foreign invaders rests on your shoulders. " Katsuyu said somewhat apologetically.
" With great power comes great responsibility. We dead people have been pulled out to fight desperately. These living people who possess the entire world naturally must shoulder corresponding responsibilities. " Hagoromo Otsutsuki said lightly.
This statement did not provoke any aversion from Ryun. Instead, he nodded slightly in agreement.
" Prepare to return to the village. I will transport everyone. " Kaguya Otsutsuki said softly.
" Bastard. If you want to say something, say it yourself. Do not casually borrow my mother's body to speak. " Hagoromo Otsutsuki glared fiercely at Orochimaru.
Orochimaru was startled by his roar. After reacting, he immediately explained with an awkward smile, " Ah. Sorry, sorry. Because I wanted to borrow her ability, I just used her to speak. "
" Hmph. "
Hagoromo Otsutsuki snorted discontentedly.
As the ability of 'Amenominaka' activated, everyone instantly returned from Kaguya Otsutsuki's desert dimension to the Village of Heaven.
" I want to go to the Hyuga clan to see my descendants. I will not return to the coffin just yet. " Hagoromo Otsutsuki directly stated his request.
" Fine. Old man, do as you please. " Orochimaru agreed very readily.
Hagoromo Otsutsuki always had this Ninja World in his heart. In the previous battle, he fought entirely on his own initiative, very fiercely, and without holding back at all. So Orochimaru was willing to give him sufficient respect.
" I want to take mother with me. Even though you are controlling her, she can still perceive this world. "
Even though his mother's spirit and autonomous consciousness were sealed, Hagoromo Otsutsuki could still sense Kaguya's inner feelings through the psychic connection between mother and child.
Having been revived so rarely, he could see, even touch, his mother again. This made him feel very satisfied, and he felt less resistant towards Orochimaru, the controller.
Hearing this, Orochimaru hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded, allowing Hagoromo Otsutsuki to lead Kaguya away.
The Impure World Reincarnation bodies all carried his consciousness. Hagoromo Otsutsuki could not mess around right in front of him.
" I also want to walk around a bit. " Uchiha Madara actually made this request at this time.
And not just him. Many Impure World Reincarnated individuals who could move freely were unwilling to immediately return to their coffins. They wanted to go home and have a look, such as the Senju brothers and others.
Hearing this, Orochimaru clearly froze for a moment. He did not agree. Instead, he looked at Ryun.
Ryun glanced coldly at Uchiha Madara, but did not verbally veto his request.
" Teacher, keep an eye on them. "
After saying this, Ryun took Nanaise by the hand and walked directly towards the Shadow Mansion.
" You all can go. But it is best not to interfere with the lives of the living. " Orochimaru helplessly waved his hand, agreeing to their request.
He was, in a way, inheriting Kabuto's will, planning to play the role of a dream-fulfilling master this time.
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