Kisame composed himself, a bitter smile on his face, then looked at Nagato. With inner turmoil, he asked:
"Boss, sorry to ask... do you have any proof?"
"Oi, Kisame, why are you being stupid too? What nonsense is this Infinite Tsukuyomi? Trapping people in an illusion forever? It sounds obviously fake! Where would that much chakra come from? Itachi also has the Tsukuyomi genjutsu—try asking him, can he trap someone for a lifetime?"
Deidara interrupted with a condescending tone, unable to fathom how Kisame could be so easily fooled.
In his opinion, such a lie was clearly absurd for a ninja.
"I agree with Deidara. Although I pursue immortality, absolute immortality is clearly not easy to achieve. Especially immortality within an illusion."
Sasori added his thoughts.
As a seeker of immortality, he understood this very well.
Even though he had modified his body into a puppet nearing immortality, there were still many problems.
The core of consciousness and chakra needed maintenance, and the puppet body also required regular upkeep. A slight oversight could cause malfunctions.
And that was still in the real world.
Imagine if everyone was trapped in an illusion—
Who would take care of their physical bodies? Who would guarantee their safety?
You could be enjoying yourself in the illusion, and suddenly a wild beast bites your neck—forcing a hard logout.
Without guaranteed safety in the physical world, any beautiful dream was just a castle in the air...
"Genjutsu is indeed difficult to maintain for long periods. There is no pure immortality in this world. I don't know the effects of the Infinite Tsukuyomi, but the regular Tsukuyomi is very limited..."
Itachi also gave his professional opinion and assessment. At least in terms of genjutsu, he was one of the highest authorities.
Kisame choked. Under their questioning, his doubts grew stronger.
It was like everyone telling you that your child didn't look like you at all—it felt devastating.
"Alright. There's no need for much speculation. Once we kill Black Zetsu, everything will be clear."
Nagato set their next target.
"Black Zetsu? You mean Zetsu? He's the next target? He's the real mastermind?" Kisame asked again, surprised.
"That black part of Zetsu? I've never liked him! Always lurking around, he definitely has evil intentions!"
Deidara shrugged, not caring.
For him, the enemy didn't matter. What mattered was being able to show off his explosion art!
"Yes, he's the only Akatsuki member still roaming free. And also the mastermind behind all the tragedies and conspiracies. Only by eliminating him can Akatsuki truly begin a new Chapter!"
Nagato's goal was simple.
Killing Obito was only halfway there. Killing Black Zetsu—the real mastermind—was Nagato's ultimate goal.
Not just because of the agreement with Tenshou Sennin, but also personal desire and revenge—for all the comrades and villagers manipulated and killed by Zetsu!
"Awesome, I can show off my art again!"
"Can Zetsu's corpse be made into a puppet?"
"I want the bounty money!"
They all expressed their agreement.
The first three were obvious. Even Itachi agreed.
As long as it wasn't against Konoha or Sasuke, he had no problem fighting anyone.
"Kisame, what about you?"
"Me? I'll naturally follow Itachi. If he really deceived everyone, I'll crush him with my own hands!"
Kisame made his decision. Instead of being confused about right and wrong, it was better to ask Zetsu directly with his sword!
Besides, he had no other choice now.
"Where is Zetsu now? Do you know, Kisame?"
"Obito sent him to manipulate Sasuke."
"Manipulate Sasuke?!"
Hearing his younger brother's name, Itachi immediately became serious.
"It seems Sasuke already knows the truth behind the Uchiha clan massacre—he plans to take revenge on Konoha. But I heard Danzo has become the Sixth Hokage and will attend the Kage Summit held by the Raikage. Now Zetsu might have already persuaded Sasuke to attack Danzo at the Kage Summit!"
Kisame leaked all the information he knew.
The information from Kisame and Nagato was almost identical—Sasuke was really recklessly attacking the Kage Summit?
But how did Nagato know?
Did he really meet a Sage?
Although Itachi himself didn't believe in Sages, he was now starting to doubt his stance.
"Zetsu also went to the Kage Summit?" Nagato murmured.
He was certain that Black and White Zetsu hadn't appeared in this fight.
No matter how great their hiding abilities were, Amegakure was within the range of Nagato's Ame no Jikukan sensors—it was impossible for Zetsu to infiltrate.
So they must have gone to the Land of Iron.
They didn't even come themselves, only sending Obito and Kisame—were they too confident in Obito's abilities? Or were they underestimating him?
Nagato looked around—his Edo Tensei team—and then smiled.
Of course, the composition of this afterlife team was definitely unexpected.
And without complete knowledge of Obito, it was impossible to trap him. Under normal circumstances, even if Obito lost, he could escape easily...
Unfortunately, Zetsu miscalculated...
"Boss, what's next for us?"
"Let's go to the Kage Summit too!"
"But what about the Five Kage?"
"What's wrong, are you scared?"
"Scared my ass! Let me blow them all up with my art!" Deidara exclaimed excitedly.
"Your teacher, the Tsuchikage, will also be there. Can you bring yourself to do it?"
"Of course! He's so old and still not dead—let him see my art! If he dies, it's his own fault for being weak!"
Deidara was carefree. For this rebellious child, there was no such thing as 'holding back'.
Defeating Onoki was the best gift for his teacher!
Meanwhile, Itachi hesitated for a moment, but finally decided:
If the other Hokage were present, he might still have second thoughts. But since Danzo was representing Konoha, Itachi had no doubts at all.
In fact, from a certain perspective, getting rid of Danzo might benefit Konoha!
Besides, by going there, he could secretly protect Sasuke.
"Good, it seems no one objects."
Nagato was satisfied. A united Akatsuki was definitely invincible!
"But that Black Zetsu is a coward and very cautious. If he knows we're all after him, he won't show up easily."
"So we need an opportunity! We need a spy from the inside!"
Nagato looked at Kisame.
Kisame was shocked: (°Д°)???
"Huh? What are you looking at me for?"