In less than a few hours, all the ninjas had gathered, including Ryan's elite team consisting of Minato, Kakashi, and Might Guy.
Additionally, there stood representatives and liaisons from various ninja divisions, such as Mist Shinobi's Terumi Mei and Ao, as well as Sand Shinobi's Rasa and Chiyo. This assembly represented a remarkable concentration of power, essentially uniting the majority of the ninja world's strength.
Ryan, observing that everyone had arrived punctually, nodded and began addressing the assembly, emphasizing the gravity of the matter at hand.
"Today, I've called all of you here for a matter of utmost significance, one that pertains to the survival of the entire ninja world."
This statement sent a ripple of seriousness across the faces of those present, for it was evident that this was no ordinary issue. Furthermore, the fact that it was Ryan who was delivering this message added even more weight to it.
The ninjas present awaited Ryan's explanation with bated breath.
Ryan proceeded to reveal the shocking revelation: "Uchiha Madara is not only alive, but he is also plotting the destruction of the entire ninja world."
These words left everyone in stunned silence. Disbelief and alarm filled the air.
Uchiha Madara's survival alone was enough to send shockwaves throughout the ninja world, but his intention to obliterate it was a dire revelation.
"Ninja Shura is still alive... This poses a significant problem," Chiyo remarked. "If he's been active behind the scenes for so many years, we can only speculate how formidable he has become."
Many shared these concerns. Madara's power and ruthless character were well-known, and the prospect of him orchestrating a major catastrophe was deeply unsettling.
At this point, several voices rose, with individuals voicing their worries and the need for guidance. They implored Ryan to share a plan of action.
"Master Ryan, please provide us with a way to deal with him," pleaded Terumi Mei, her voice filled with urgency.
"We cannot allow the younger generation to live in fear," Chiyo insisted, her eyes reflecting years of wisdom and resolve.
"I witnessed Uchiha Madara's strength firsthand; it far surpasses that of current ninjas," Onoki added, his tone solemn.
Recognizing the threat Uchiha Madara posed, everyone was keenly aware of the necessity for action.
Ryan responded, "My stance on this matter is crystal clear. We must thwart Uchiha Madara's plans, or else the ninja world will undoubtedly face catastrophe."
His words garnered unanimous agreement from the assembly.
"Master Ryan is right!"
"We must prevent this before it occurs!"
However, one question remained: did they possess the necessary strength to achieve this goal? Uchiha Madara's proactive approach and the formidable adversaries he commanded posed a significant challenge.
Addressing this concern, Ryan smiled mysteriously and assured them, "Do not fret, my friends. I have secured the aid of the very powerful allies to defeat Madara."
This statement piqued the curiosity of those present, who eagerly awaited the unveiling of Ryan's mysterious helper.
To their astonishment, Senju Hashirama and Senju Tobirama, accompanied by a cadre of seasoned experts, stepped forward.
The shock on the faces of the assembled ninjas was palpable, with many of them rising from their seats in disbelief.
"Lord... First Hokage?" Kakashi questioned in disbelief.
"Lord Second Hokage?" Minato asked, his voice tinged with awe.
"Grandfather?" Tsunade exclaimed, her surprise evident.
"Master First Mizukage! Am I dreaming?" Ao wondered aloud, his expression one of disbelief and admiration.
The scene erupted in chaos as ninjas who should have been deceased for years now stood before them, alive and well. Contemporary ninjas were nearly speechless, some struggling with their fragile psychological endurance, on the brink of fainting.
After the initial shock of encountering these resurrected relatives, the ninjas on both sides gradually regained their composure. It was evident that Ryan, who had performed this astonishing resurrection jutsu, was responsible for this miraculous reunion.
The looks of awe and admiration in their eyes were impossible to ignore. The mere idea of returning from the dead was pure fantasy for most people, yet here was Ryan, having accomplished this feat and brought back so many powerful individuals.
Even Grandma Chiyo, who trembled as she spoke, acknowledged Ryan's ability. "Lord Hokage," she began, "I've dabbled in resurrection jutsu too, but it typically requires a life in exchange. I'm curious about how you managed to bypass such limitations."
Ryan responded with a slight smile, his words filled with confidence. "Such restrictions apply to ordinary ninjas. At my level, it's merely a matter of chakra consumption."
His response was undeniably arrogant, bordering on dismissive of the gravity of life and death. But it left everyone convinced. After all, he was the one who had orchestrated this extraordinary resurrection, and his words carried the weight of undeniable truth.
The ninjas, once plagued by worries and concerns, were now filled with excitement and newfound confidence for the upcoming battle.
"With Lord Ryan leading the way, we have nothing to fear!"
"Yes, with all these veteran ninjas by our side!"
"Uchiha Madara is no match for Lord Hashirama!"
Laughter and applause filled the venue as the ninjas rallied behind Ryan's leadership.
Meanwhile, on the other side, Madara and Black Zetsu were busy with their plans. They had been sneaking around, desecrating graves and exhuming corpses, all while trying to evade detection by ordinary ninjas. Their goal was to amass a collection of strong dead shinobi for the completion of their dream.
Fortunately, Black Zetsu had spent years secretly gathering information, including details in the Black Market. With this information, they were able to acquire a sufficient number of corpses, although it had required considerable effort.
As they stood in an underground cemetery, both Madara and Black Zetsu gazed at rows of coffins with a sense of accomplishment.
"It's finally time for our plan to begin," Uchiha Madara exclaimed with excitement. He clapped his hands and shouted, "Impure World Reincarnation!"
In an instant, thick plumes of smoke rose, and the lids of the coffins opened, one after another. A group of powerful individuals emerged from their resting places, including Golden Horn and Silver Horn, the Second Tsuchikage, Second Mizukage, Yugito Nii, HanzΕ of the Salamander, and more.
Uchiha Madara couldn't contain his laughter as he looked upon these resurrected figures. The pieces of his grand plan were finally falling into place.
"The Fourth Hokage and Konoha shall fall before me. Their defiance is futile against the power I wield!" His voice carried with a commanding authority, filled with the certainty of impending triumph.
"The time has come to complete The Infinite Tsukuyomi!" The air crackled with his overwhelming aura, a harbinger of chaos and upheaval to come.
Black Zetsu smirked with a sinister satisfaction, his eyes gleaming with anticipation as he saw the culmination of his elaborate scheme drawing near.
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