LRAB Chapter 488 Uchiha Madara?
Chapter 488 Uchiha Madara?
The atmosphere in the spacious and solemn meeting room was unusually tense and oppressive. The Kage from various ninja villages sat upright, their gazes all focused on the mysterious masked man who sat casually before them, showing no sign of wariness. Each person's eyes were filled with vigilance and doubt, with Raikage A's expression being the most grave.
Lei Yingai stared intently at the figure behind the mask, his pupils slightly contracting as he pondered the unfathomable strength of this mysterious individual. Suddenly, a glint flashed in his eyes, and he decided to wait no longer, unleashing his prized speed to its limit in a swift and abrupt attack!
In an instant, a thunderous roar resounded, followed by a dazzling flash of lightning. Lei Ying Ai sped out like lightning, his speed astonishing. In the blink of an eye, he appeared before the masked man like a ghost, his clenched iron fist carrying overwhelming force, slamming down fiercely towards the man's head!
This punch contained the power and rage that Raikage Ai had cultivated over many years, and its power was earth-shattering. However, just when everyone present thought that the masked man was bound to suffer a serious injury, a jaw-dropping scene unfolded.
Faced with such a swift and incredibly powerful attack, the masked man remained completely unfazed, sitting motionless as if he didn't care about Raikage Ai's attack at all. Even more astonishingly, when Raikage Ai's fist touched the masked man's body, it seemed to pass right through him, like a phantom, without causing him the slightest harm whatsoever!
Lei Ying Ai's eyes narrowed slightly, his already serious face now even more grave, as if water could drip from it. Just now, he had unleashed a thunderous strike without holding back, but the lightning-fast, unstoppable attack seemed to sink into the sea, failing to touch anything substantial. This bizarre scene sent a chill down his spine, for his opponent's body seemed to transcend this dimension, causing his all-out attack to completely miss its mark.
Just as Raikage A was adjusting his breathing, preparing to launch another fierce attack, Tsuchikage Onoki's slightly aged but steady and powerful voice suddenly rang out: "Raikage, please stop for now! Let's hear what this person has to say." Hearing Onoki's advice, Raikage A, though unwilling, forcibly suppressed his anger and temporarily halted his actions. After all, Onoki, as an experienced senior, had an opinion worth considering.
Seeing that Raikage Ai had heeded his advice, Onoki breathed a slight sigh of relief, then turned his gaze to the mysterious figure and said, "However, before you intend to recount your story, shouldn't you first frankly reveal your identity and background? After all, we don't want to communicate with a stranger of unknown origin and mysterious identity. This would not only be unhelpful in resolving the issue but might also bring us more unnecessary trouble. So, if you truly intend to communicate with us, please state your identity first." Having said that, Onoki stared silently at the other person, awaiting a response. Everyone around also focused their attention on the mysterious figure, and the atmosphere became exceptionally tense.
The masked man straightened up slightly before slowly speaking, "That's right. Since I'm going to communicate with you, I should let you know my identity. My name is Uchiha Madara!"
Upon hearing the name, everyone present was momentarily stunned, unable to process it. They exchanged glances, seemingly both unfamiliar and strangely familiar with the name. However, unlike the others, Onoki's expression changed drastically in an instant. His previously calm eyes were now filled with astonishment and disbelief, as if he had witnessed something utterly terrifying.
Immediately afterward, Onoki's wrinkled face seemed to be under a spell, rapidly becoming incredibly solemn. He clenched his teeth, his cheeks bulging slightly from the effort, and veins popping out on his forehead. He took a deep breath and, in an extremely heavy and slightly trembling voice, solemnly questioned, "Impossible! Uchiha Madara died completely in that earth-shattering battle with Senju Hashirama! There's absolutely no way that could be wrong!"
Just then, everyone snapped out of their initial confusion as if waking from a dream. When they heard the name Onoki utter—Uchiha Madara—everyone's face turned deathly pale, and their bodies began to tremble involuntarily.
You must understand, Madara Uchiha was once a super-strong shinobi who dominated the entire shinobi world! Back then, he and Hashirama Senju stood side by side, their power overwhelming all directions, causing all the shinobi villages and countless shinobi to tremble and submit under their suffocating aura. In those dark days, almost everyone lived under the immense shadow cast by Madara Uchiha and Hashirama Senju, utterly powerless to resist. Even the mere mention of their names was enough to send chills down one's spine and fill one with dread.
"Furthermore, if the person standing here is truly the legendary Uchiha Madara, given his consistent personality, why would he choose to sit down and discuss things with us? You must know, he was once an unparalleled powerhouse who single-handedly stirred up the ninja world! His arrogant and domineering personality dictates that he would inevitably resort to the most direct and domineering methods—using his unmatched strength to forcibly suppress all of us, thereby smoothly achieving everything he has planned. Therefore, no matter how you analyze or judge it, the person before us can absolutely not be Uchiha Madara!" Onoki spoke with piercing eyes and an exceptionally firm tone, his face revealing an uncompromising expression, indicating that he would never admit that the other party was the fearsome Uchiha Madara.
The masked man spoke with a calm and unwavering tone, as steady as a deep pool. Even in the face of others' doubts, he remained completely unmoved. He spoke slowly and with extraordinary composure: "Thinking back to that harrowing battle with Hashirama Senju, my body suffered unimaginable damage. Now, this body is nothing but an empty shell. However, my plans have not ceased. Therefore, at this moment, I need your willing assistance. Only in this way can I achieve my grand goal more smoothly and easily!"
"Hmph, whether you are the legendary Uchiha Madara or not, it has nothing to do with us! We don't want to get involved in your complicated affairs, so there's no need for us to have any communication with you!" The Raikage's fiery temper flared up instantly. He glared at the other party with wide eyes and a face full of anger, and said loudly without any politeness.
He stood with his arms crossed, exuding a powerful aura as if he were about to attack at any moment. The others standing beside him, while not as emotionally agitated, also wore wary expressions, clearly vigilant towards this mysterious figure.
"Wait a moment, everyone! Please listen patiently to what I am about to say before making a decision. You must know that what I am about to do concerns the future and destiny of the entire ninja world!" The masked man seemed oblivious to the Raikage A's authoritative and warning words. His face, hidden by the mask, showed no change in expression; he simply spoke slowly with an unusually calm tone. Although his voice was not loud, it seemed to carry a mysterious and powerful force, easily piercing the eardrums of everyone present and reaching the depths of their hearts.
Onoki and the others' expressions shifted like chameleons, sometimes ashen, sometimes heavy as lead. They exchanged glances, their hearts filled with doubt and unease, but ultimately reached a consensus—to listen to what the other had to say. After all, the other's solemn words, even declaring that this matter concerned the future of the entire ninja world, were hard to ignore. Perhaps it wouldn't be too late to make a decision after hearing it.
Just as everyone hesitated, Onoki took a deep breath, slowly reached out, and gently patted the restless Raikage's shoulder beside him. His gaze was calm and resolute as he looked at the Raikage, as if trying to soothe the turmoil within him with his eyes. Once the Raikage had calmed down somewhat, Onoki turned to face the mysterious figure and slowly said, "Then, please! Tell us what you have to say, and we will listen attentively." His voice, though not loud, carried an undeniable authority that drew the attention of everyone present.
Upon hearing this, the other figures present fell into deep thought. Their brows furrowed slightly, their gazes meeting as if exchanging thoughts. After a long while, they finally nodded slowly and gently, as if reaching a consensus, indicating their agreement with this viewpoint.
Ultimately, regardless of the opponent's true intentions, a more effective response requires a deeper understanding of their intelligence. Only then can a strategic plan be meticulously crafted based on detailed and accurate information, allowing for targeted and effective action to achieve maximum victory at minimal cost.
Furthermore, while the exact impact of what the other party has stated is still unclear, it cannot be concluded that it will necessarily pose a serious threat to the various ninja villages. Perhaps there are some unknown opportunities or turning points hidden within? However, regardless of the final outcome, gathering as much intelligence as possible about the other party is always a good idea. In this way, even if unexpected crises and challenges arise in the future, sufficient information will allow for a swift response, flexible adjustments to strategies, minimizing losses, and ensuring the safety and interests of oneself and one's ninja village are not harmed.