Chapter 46: Chapter 46: The Immortal Seal of Eternity
Sasuke looked down at Sasori. Instead of expending great effort to track down Itachi everywhere, it would be more strategic to plant spies within the Akatsuki organization. This way, Itachi's whereabouts could be known at all times.
Chiyo slowly approached Gaara.
"Young girl, I intend to use the forbidden technique, Kisei Tensei, to save Gaara."
Sakura's heart leaped with hope.
Chiyo continued:
"Kisei Tensei is a forbidden technique. It can even revive those who have just died, but the caster will inevitably die!"
Sakura covered her mouth in shock.
"Granny Chiyo, you..."
Sasori's eyes were filled with guilt. It was all his fault. If not for him, Gaara wouldn't have had the tailed beast extracted.
Sasuke's eyes gleamed. He hadn't expected this elderly woman to possess such a forbidden technique. Although the side effects were severe, its effect was akin to the Immortal Seal of Eternity.
Chiyo said:
"Young girl, when Gaara wakes up, tell him about this. After all, I am also a Sand Village advisor... If he died without understanding, it might implicate you and worsen relations between Konoha and the Sand Village."
Sakura stood in awe, moved by Chiyo's noble consciousness. She was willing to sacrifice her life for the village and even worried about its future before her death.
Sasori was in great pain, wishing he could perform the forbidden technique in Chiyo's place, but he was powerless now.
Sakura bit her lip, thinking, If only Lady Tsunade were here...
Sasuke nodded secretly, respecting the old woman. Such a person shouldn't leave this world like this. Suddenly, an idea struck him.
Sasuke smirked.
"Sasori, I'll give you a chance to live. If you agree to go undercover in the Akatsuki organization, I'll save you."
Chiyo was shocked.
"Impossible, unless you can use a forbidden technique like Kisei Tensei!"
A glimmer of hope appeared in Sasori's eyes, as if he had found a way to keep Chiyo alive.
Sasuke maintained a blank expression as he performed a series of complex hand seals.
"Immortal Seal, Condense!"
As he finished, a green talisman appeared out of thin air.
Chiyo exclaimed:
"What incredible vitality!"
Sakura worried.
"Sasuke, are you okay?"
Sasuke reassured her.
"I'm fine, but the Immortal Seal can only be used once a year. If used more than once, the caster's lifespan will be reduced."
He turned to Sasori.
"Make your choice!"
With that, he tossed the Immortal Seal in front of Sasori. The Immortal Seal floated in the air.
Sasori understood that touching the Immortal Seal would save his life. Chiyo smiled, knowing Sasori could survive before she passed on. God had truly been kind to her.
With swift movements, Chiyo's old fingers completed the seal in the blink of an eye.
Seeing this, Sakura couldn't help but exclaim:
"Granny Chiyo!"
Sasori's eyes showed determination.
Snap, snap!
Two puppet limbs floated up. One grabbed the Immortal Seal and pressed it to Gaara's chest.
Swoosh!
The Immortal Seal merged into Gaara's body, while the other puppet limb spewed flames at Sasori!
The incident happened too quickly for Chiyo and Sakura to react.
Chiyo was shocked. Sakura was equally stunned.
Sasori smiled like a child.
"Goodbye, Granny Chiyo..."
It all happened in an instant.
Bang!
Sasuke shattered the puppet limb with his sword. Sasori was shocked.
Chiyo rushed to Sasori.
"Foolish child, why did you do this?"
Sasori remained silent.
Sasuke spoke with a blank expression.
"You probably guessed your grandmother would use her reincarnation to save you, so you planned to end it all."
Sasori stayed silent.
But those present weren't fools. After Sasuke's reminder, they immediately understood Sasori's intention.
Sakura's face showed reluctance. Sasori was indeed a villain who deserved to die, but his self-sacrifice just now was deeply moving.
Sasori said:
"Granny, don't save me. I deserve this. If you save me with your life, I'll live in guilt forever..."
Sasori's breath suddenly became chaotic, almost inaudible. Chiyo cried loudly.
Sasuke looked up at the blue sky, thinking, Dad, Mom, I really miss you!
He lowered his eyelids.
"Really, another troublesome guy!"
As he spoke, the emerald green light shone again.
Swoosh!
The Immortal Seal rushed into Sasori's "Regeneration Core."
Sakura was shocked.
"Sasuke, you..."
Chiyo was stunned.
Sasuke said coldly.
"Sasori, whether you like it or not, from now on, your life belongs to me!"
Seven Days Later
Sand Village
Gaara had fully recovered, but the loss of Shukaku had greatly reduced his strength. However, it was a blessing in disguise. Because he had desperately protected the village when Deidara attacked, Gaara was respected by all the villagers. At this time, the unprecedented unity of the Sand Village was stronger than ever!
Konoha Village Hospital
Sakura said:
"Teacher Kakashi, you overused your Sharingan, you need to rest for a while."
Naruto blamed himself.
"It's all because I'm too weak, otherwise this wouldn't have happened."
Kakashi reassured him.
"Naruto, you've done your best, don't be too hard on yourself..."
Naruto clenched his fist.
"No, Sasuke can now crush the members of the Akatsuki organization. I can't be left behind, I have to become stronger!"
Suddenly, Yamato jumped in from the window.
"Naruto, Sakura, there is an urgent mission!"
Naruto was full of energy.
"What mission?"
Yamato explained:
"Someone broke the seal of Orochimaru and rescued him. Lady Tsunade ordered us to hunt him down while Orochimaru is weak..."
Rain Village
Konan worried.
"Nagato, Uchiha Sasuke has killed two members of the organization. I'm afraid he will affect our plan."
Pain replied.
"Ignore him for now, but we must speed up the capture of the tailed beasts!"
The Base of the Ryūnosuke Society
Sasuke lifted his sleeves and turned to sit on the throne. Below, Sasori half-knelt on the ground.
"Lord Sasuke, please give me your orders."
Sasuke's face showed a slight movement. Defeating Sasori had brought many rewards.
[Ding, defeat Sasori of the Red Sand, reward entry: Poison Master (Gold ★★★), do you want to merge?]
Although the Sage Body is not afraid of poison, having more knowledge is definitely worth it.
"Sasori, I order you to return to the Akatsuki organization as an undercover agent and notify me immediately if there is any news about Itachi."
"Yes!" Sasori bowed and retreated.
Karin worried.
"Sasuke, is this person reliable?"
Sasuke replied.
"It doesn't matter, just treat it as a casual move."
Karin stared at Sasuke blankly, thinking how domineering he was. Sasuke was becoming more and more like a leader.
Sasuke glanced at Karin.
"Compared to these, how is the investigation of the Kunotsu no Genryū Fūin going?"
Karin said seriously:
"The information provided by Sasori is correct. The Kunotsu no Genryū Fūin can seal the chakra of the tailed beasts, but it must be in order, that is, the One-Tail, the Two-Tail..."
"Sasuke, the Akatsuki organization is capturing Jinchūriki everywhere, and I believe Itachi will also be sent out. As long as we follow the Jinchūriki, you will find a chance for revenge one day."
Sasuke nodded.
"Good suggestion, but the efficiency is a bit low. Let's do this, just invite all the Jinchūriki to the Ryūnosuke Society as guests!"
Karin took a breath of cold air, thinking how domineering Sasuke was. She liked this side of him so much!
Just then, Suigetsu came slowly.
"Sasuke, Orochimaru was rescued a few days ago, and Konoha sent your former teammates to hunt him down..."
Karin said:
"Suigetsu, Sasuke doesn't have time to care about that snake!"
Sasuke's eyes moved slightly.
"Naruto, well, it's time to meet!"