Became the mastermind behind the Akatsuki organization

Chapter 86 White Night's Strategy

Bai Ye's words caused Hanzo to fall into a brief silence.

He didn't know why Bai Ye disdained the title of demigod. Although there was a big gap between demigod and the God of Ninja, the title of demigod brought real benefits to the Rain Kingdom.

If it weren't for this name, the Rain Country would most likely be dragged into this Ninja World War.

At that time, it will not be a civil war between Akatsuki and the Hidden Rain Village, but a large-scale melee that will sweep across several countries.

This is the role of reputation. The mere reputation of a demigod is enough to deter evil-minded villains.

Bai Ye guessed Hanzo's thoughts and said with a sly look:

"If the Hidden Rain Village only stays in the land of the Rain Country, the title of demigod will naturally be more beneficial than harmful. However, if they want to expand abroad, the title of 'demigod' will become a burden instead."

"If everyone is afraid of the 'demigod', how can we develop and expand?"

"What you said makes some sense..."

After deep thought, Hanzo had to admit that Bai Ye saw further than him. He only wanted to use the reputation of demigod to protect the Rain Country, but this move aroused the fear of major ninja villages.

During this Ninja World War, he also had the idea of ​​annexing the surrounding small ninja villages.

However, the Iwagakure and Konoha armies stationed on the border of the Rain Country made him give up the idea of ​​joining the war and lose his last bit of enterprising spirit.

However, as a loser, Hanzo wanted to see what Bai Ye thought of the Rain Country.

Bai Ye did not hide anything. He slowly stretched out two fingers and directly stated the strategy he planned to implement in the future.

Simply put, the Land of Rain wants to stand out among the many ninja villages.

All you need to do is store up food and slowly become king. In simple terms, it means vigorously developing infrastructure, military and economy, and being the last one to survive in the Ninja War.

After listening to Bai Ye's strategic plan, Hanzo frowned and said, "Bai Ye, your idea is very good, but if we compete in development, Yuyin Village cannot compete with the five major hidden villages."

This is indeed the case. The Rain Country is far inferior to the five major countries in terms of land area and population.

This is also the reason why the five major ninja villages can always stay ahead of other ninja villages. A sufficient population can produce enough ninjas, even if the loss of ninjas in the war exceeds the total number of ninjas in the Hidden Rain Village.

The five major ninja villages can also be slowly replenished over time.

After hearing Hanzo's words, Bai Ye showed a mysterious smile: "Yes, as long as the five major ninja villages do not fall into chaos, the Rain Country will never be able to defeat them."

"But this Ninja World War is about to end. What will they do after losing the external conflicts?"

"They are in civil strife because of the unequal distribution of benefits!"

Hanzo gave the answer on behalf of Bai Ye. He had completely understood Bai Ye's idea. This was an open conspiracy. All the Akatsuki organization needed to do was to lie dormant.

However, only Byakuya, Yahiko and others from the Akatsuki organization can do this.

Even if he knew this method could not be implemented because he was already very old and might die in his hospital bed one day. Time was on Bai Ye's side.

After listening to Akatsuki's future strategy, Hanzo was no longer very interested in the specific details.

It will take at least several years for Bai Ye's plan to be implemented, and during these years, there will not be much unrest in the Rain Kingdom.

Now, he only needs to serve as an instructor in the Akatsuki organization as a dead man and quietly manage the Hidden Rain Village.

When Hanzo made the decision in his heart, Bai Ye also received the reward from the system.

[Hanzo joined the Akatsuki organization, and you obtained Hanzo's fluid technique]

[Hanzo joined the Akatsuki organization, you obtained Water Style: Water Instant Body, Advanced Water Style Gift Pack] [Hanzo joined the Akatsuki organization, you obtained Salamander seedlings]

The series of rewards made Bai Ye very satisfied.

The benefits that Hanzo gained from joining Akatsuki even exceeded those gained from the Hidden Rain Village joining Akatsuki.

But think about it, the Hidden Rain Village itself is very weak, and it has always been relying on Hanzo's strength to maintain the false reputation of the sixth largest ninja village.

In the original plot, after losing a series of Kage-level powerhouses such as Hanzo, Nagato, and Konan, the Rain Country was beaten back to its original form and completely turned into a chaotic place.

After receiving the reward, Bai Ye rubbed out a Wood Release Seed with his hands and handed it to Hanzo.

Looking at the Wood Release Seed in Bai Ye's hand, Hanzo's face turned ugly, but he still swallowed it.

"Bai Ye, do you really not trust me? And you still resort to such tactics."

Bai Ye watched Hanzo swallow it, and said seriously: "Teacher Hanzo, this matter is good for both you and me. I am not a hot-blooded fool like Yahiko. I have to keep a backup plan for everything."

Hanzo's face turned dark, and his good impression of Bai Ye also dissipated a lot.

However, with such scheming and means, it seems that Akatsuki will not be like him, being outmaneuvered by others.

This time, he chose the wrong person and was betrayed by Danzo.

Otherwise, if he had joined forces with Danzo, the Hokage's assistant, this battle would at least not have been lost so badly!
And if it weren't for Danzo's instigation, he wouldn't even have been able to take action against Akatsuki.

Thinking of this, Hanzo's face turned serious and he said to Bai Ye:

"Oh, there is one important thing I forgot to tell you. Danzo, who cooperated with this old man, may still be in the Rain Country."

"You may not know Danzo. Danzo is the Hokage's advisor in Konoha. His status in Konoha is similar to that of..."

Having said that, Hanzo paused and glanced at Bai Ye.

Bai Ye ignored Hanzo's gaze, shook his head and said, "Teacher Hanzo, are you talking about Danzo-senpai? I know him!"

"Danzo-senpai?!"

Hanzo noticed how Byakuya addressed Danzo and his expression began to look strange.

Could it be that there is a connection between Byakuya and Danzo? Could it be that Byakuya is the person that Danzo is truly cooperating with?

Bai Ye nodded slightly, and then said:
"Yes, Senior. Like Hanzo-sensei, Danzo-sensei is also someone I respect. When I was still weak, Danzo-sensei invested in me and gave me a lot of help."

"Later, Danzo provided me with many plans to seize power and helped me become the leader of Akatsuki. He is a kind and good senior. He ran away too quickly when we met last time, otherwise I would have liked to catch up with him."

"After all, if it weren't for him, I probably wouldn't be the leader of Akatsuki now."

"Senior, let's reminisce..."

After hearing the key words, Hanzo breathed a sigh of relief.

He roughly guessed Byakuya's experience. Danzo probably wanted to use Byakuya like himself, but was killed by Byakuya and forced to flee the Rain Country.

As for what Bai Ye said about respect, reminiscing about the past, etc., he always listened to it the other way around.

Bai Ye must have already thought of a way to deal with Danzo, so he doesn't need to worry too much about this. He should just think about how to retire within the Akatsuki organization.

The era of demigods is over.

(End of this chapter)