Chapter 546: Chapter 546: Trust!
"I'll go first," declared Namikaze Minato, stepping forward with unwavering determination.
As Hokage and a leader of Konoha, it was his responsibility to set an example for everyone else, especially in such dire circumstances.
"Good," Tsunade nodded, moving beside him. Orochimaru followed close behind, while Black Zetsu lingered with a reluctant expression, clearly displeased.
Black Zetsu mumbled, "Of all people, why me? This is humiliating…"
Orochimaru chuckled lightly, his voice dripping with amusement. "Relax, Black Zetsu. Didn't Reiki promise you? After the battle, you'll get what you want. All you need to do is cooperate."
Black Zetsu scowled but moved into position, grumbling, "Fine. Let's just get this over with."
Tsunade turned to Minato, her voice firm. "Listen carefully, Hokage. No matter what happens, no matter how painful or strange it feels, do not react. I need you to stay still."
Before she could explain further, Minato formed a seal and activated a technique. "Heaven's Absolute Null-Seal Technique!"
His consciousness was instantly sealed away, ensuring his body wouldn't respond involuntarily.
Kushina, watching from the side, stepped forward to explain, "This is an advanced sealing jutsu. It temporarily seals a person's awareness, preventing any movement or reaction. Minato must trust Tsunade completely to use this on himself."
Tsunade nodded in approval. "Good. Let's begin."
She clasped her hands together, and the markings of Sage Mode appeared on her face. The Yin Seal on her forehead released a surge of chakra, amplifying her abilities. Orochimaru activated his own Sage Mode, ensuring that his actions would complement Tsunade's efforts.
"Let's work together, Orochimaru. Don't mess up."
"Of course, Tsunade," Orochimaru replied, his pale face twisted in concentration.
Tsunade gathered chakra into her hand, a glowing orb of Senjutsu energy forming in her palm. Without hesitation, she plunged her hand into Minato's chest.
The sinister energy in Minato's body reacted immediately, rushing toward her chakra like a predator sensing prey. Purple-black tendrils of corrupted energy lashed out, attempting to consume her.
"It's stronger than I expected," Tsunade muttered, her expression serious. But her hands remained steady. She carefully extracted the corrupted energy, pulling it out of Minato's body like a writhing serpent.
"Here!" Tsunade shouted, handing the energy off to Orochimaru.
Orochimaru opened his mouth unnaturally wide and swallowed the dark energy whole. His body immediately convulsed as the energy began to corrode him from within.
"Darkness!" Orochimaru commanded.
Black Zetsu sighed and melded into Orochimaru's body. The corrupted energy surged into Black Zetsu, where it was neutralized by his Yin-Yang Release.
Sweat dripped from Orochimaru's pale face as he worked with his array of strange tools and sealing jars to contain the energy.
With Minato cleansed, Tsunade turned to the rest. "Next!" she called out.
Without hesitation, Hatake Sakumo stepped forward. "I'll go."
As Tsunade continued her work, Namikaze Minato slowly regained consciousness. He scanned his body and realized the corrosive energy was completely gone. Relief flooded him.
Turning to the assembled Kage, he spoke urgently, "It works! I've fully recovered. We need to move quickly and ensure everyone is treated. Time is short."
Mizukage Yagura stepped forward with a calm demeanor. "Konoha should begin treatment with its own ninjas first. The other villages will wait their turn. Order must be maintained."
Rasa, the Kazekage, nodded in agreement. "There's no room for chaos here. We must trust the process."
The Third Raikage and Ōnoki bristled at the suggestion, but neither spoke up. They understood that any disagreement now could lead to disaster. With tension high, it was Tsunade who spoke up, her voice firm.
"Trust Reiki. He'll return in time. Until then, we'll do our part."
Her confidence seemed to calm the group. Even Ōnoki and the Raikage relented, watching as Tsunade continued her work.
Meanwhile, on Reiki's side...
The battle raged on, the land itself unable to withstand the power of the clashes. Mountains crumbled, rivers boiled, and the very air felt heavy with destruction. Each attack between Reiki and the Evil God created shockwaves that devastated the terrain.
After a brutal exchange, the two combatants separated momentarily. Reiki's hands trembled, his arms faintly glowing with dim light as the energy of the Evil God's corruption began to erode him.
"Damn… It's already spreading," he muttered, glaring at his arm.
Across the battlefield, Keji's laughter echoed, manic and triumphant. "Hahahaha! Look at you, Reiki! You can't stop me! Once I kill you, I'll ascend as the god of this world!"
Reiki's gaze hardened. Despite his fatigue, his resolve remained unshaken. He clutched Murasame tighter, its cursed blade gleaming ominously.
"You talk too much, Keji," Reiki said, his voice low but filled with determination. "Let's finish this."
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