Uchiha Sogetsu's proposal was ultimately rejected by Madara.
The reason for this is not to solve the problem at its root, but to entirely eliminate the "root" problem itself.
Under Madara's persuasion, Uchiha Sogetsu had no choice but to abandon his idea.
Wiping the cold sweat from his forehead, Uchiha Madara breathed a sigh of relief. This guy was too dangerous, and his ideas were even more extreme than his own!
Thank goodness he wasn't born during the Warring States period; otherwise, even Senju Hashirama, known for his good temper, would have ended him.
Even if the 'Eye of the Moon' plan hadn't been realized, Madara would have taken action to nip the danger in the bud.
"Ahem, let's not be so extreme in the future."
Uchiha Madara coughed twice, sat down on his stone chair, and said helplessly, "If we really followed your method, half the population would be wiped out!"
Half the population gone just like that. In the Warring States era, that would have been unimaginable.
He'd erase half the population with just one suggestion. He's like a walking Lord of Hell!
"This is just a small sacrifice on the path to peace," Uchiha Sogetsu said as if he didn't realize the gravity of his words. He pushed up his glasses and added calmly, "But since you don't agree with my plan, I won't insist. However, if your plan fails, don't stop me from taking my approach."
"A backup plan, huh?"
Uchiha Madara sneered inwardly. He didn't think he would fail, but he nodded with a calm expression, "Don't worry. I won't stop you then."
"I agree to join your 'Eye of the Moon' project," Uchiha Sogetsu said seriously, "but the premise for all of this is that you can make me stronger."
"Haha, okay," Uchiha Madara replied with a smile, "Rest assured, I'll keep my promise."
"If there's nothing else, I'll head back."
He adjusted his glasses and said, "It's getting late. If I stay out too long, it'll attract unwanted attention. I don't want to be exposed so early."
After spending so much time in the cave, it's likely getting cold outside.
If he didn't head back soon, someone might find him, and he'd have to expend more energy to deal with that. To avoid any unnecessary trouble, it was better to keep a low profile.
"Alright, I'll send a White Zetsu back with you," Uchiha Madara said, leaning on his crutches. His eyes were half-closed, and he spoke in a calm, measured tone. "If you need anything, you can also reach me through it."
"It?" Uchiha Sogetsu's eyebrows furrowed slightly, showing some hesitation.
"Don't worry, no one can detect White Zetsu," Madara replied, noticing his reluctance. "Besides, having it with you means you can use it for covert tasks. And if necessary, you and I can communicate through it."
"Hah, you just want to keep tabs on me, don't you?" Sogetsu's response was laced with sarcasm.
"You could say that," Madara admitted without a hint of hesitation. His gaze was intense. "The Eye of the Moon plan is crucial, so I have to be cautious. I hope you understand."
"Understood," Sogetsu replied with a casual smile. "It's only natural to be cautious when there's no trust yet. If that's how you want to do it, sure, let it tag along."
It's just one White Zetsu, and Sogetsu had a thousand ways to keep it from saying too much. Besides, this was all part of his plan anyway.
With the negotiation settled, Uchiha Sogetsu left the cave, a White Zetsu quietly trailing him underground.
"Madara-sama,"
The voice was low and hoarse, belonging to Black Zetsu. "Are you really just going to let him leave like that? Should I follow him?"
A chuckle echoed through the dark cave. Uchiha Madara's laughter was chilling, his voice carrying a sense of sinister triumph. "There's no need to follow," he replied, his eyes glinting with a flicker of light. "Because I've already succeeded!"
Black Zetsu noticed that Madara's left eye was beginning to lose its color, its once-vivid Mangekyō pattern fading into gray.
"He has no idea," Madara continued, a smirk forming on his lips, "that I've altered his thoughts. From this point on, he'll be my successor, dutifully carrying out my will!"
Black Zetsu joined in the laughter, its tone filled with satisfaction. "Madara-sama, I didn't expect you'd have another eye technique hidden away like this. Even among the Uchiha clan, that technique is incredibly rare, isn't it?"
Madara leaned back in his stone chair, his expression betraying a hint of fatigue. "It's a gift," he murmured, almost to himself. "A final gift from Izuna."
A figure stepped forward from the shadows, adjusting his glasses with a slight smirk. "That's quite a find, Madara-sama," he said with a hint of amusement. "It's enough to make anyone jealous. I'm curious to see what other surprises you've got hidden away. Who knows, maybe it'll rain gold coins."
The newcomer, Uchiha Sogetsu, then turned his attention inward. "System, show my personal attributes," he thought silently.
[Name: Uchiha Sogetsu]
[Age: 15 years]
[Occupation: Ninja, Psychiatrist]
[Pathway: Visionary]
[Level: Sequence 6 - Hypnotist]
[Extraordinary Items]
Language of Foulness: Lets the opponent hear a terrifying roar, infecting them with madness.
Sleeping Amulet: After a short chant, it can put people into a peaceful sleep state.
Destiny Doll (blocks destiny, allowing the holder to defend against curses, detection, and seeking effects)
[Lie]
Corresponding characteristics: Fool Pathway - Sequence 6 Faceless Man
Appearance: Earrings
Extraordinary ability: Allows the holder to truly transform in appearance. It masters three abilities: controlling flames, transferring damage, and danger intuition. It also improves balance and agility. The negative effect is that emotions will be amplified when wearing it.
Negative ability: Amplifies the carrier's emotions.
[Hermes' Brass Candlestick]
Corresponding characteristics: Visionary Pathway - Sequence 3 Dream Weaver
Appearance: A brass candlestick
Extraordinary ability: Extracts the Ether Body According to the quality of the burning Ether Body it can weave an almost real dream and pull other people into the same dream.
Negative effect: Within twelve hours after use, the user will be hostile and malicious towards everyone within a kilometer range.
[Tinder]
Corresponding characteristics: Error Pathway - Sequence 6 Prometheus
Appearance: Red Gloves
Extraordinary Ability: Can enhance the user's charm, make their words extremely persuasive, and can steal an Beyonder ability/ninjutsu from a target within a range of 50 meters. The better you know the target, the easier it is to steal the item you want. The more ignorant you are, the closer it is to randomness and relying on luck.
After a successful theft, the original target loses that Beyonder ability/ninjutsu, which must be restored after at least 12 hours, while the 'Tinder' owner can use it skillfully for about 10 minutes.
Negative effects: When wearing it, there is a small probability of randomly losing an item on your body, and one of your own Beyonder abilities will also be lost for 12 hours, but there will only be one within the range.
[Witch's Ring]
Corresponding characteristics: Witch Pathway Sequence 5-Afflictions
Appearance: Silver-black ring, unique shape, inlaid with rubies
Extraordinary ability: Greatly enhances the charm of the wearer, has a certain degree of witch characteristics, and can also create mystic viruses and bacteria to spread widespread plague diseases. The first ten minutes will not be affected, but as the spread range and time increase, the negative effects will be accelerated.
Negative effects: Wearing it for a long time will subtly corrupt the holder, gradually transforming them into an Beyonder of the Witch Sequence.
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