After three years of keeping a low profile, Takemi was eager to stretch his limbs.
Especially since his progress had been immense during these three years.
Although the development of his bloodline became more difficult the further he progressed, he hadn't stopped his efforts in these three years.
"Studying the books within the moon, developing kekkei genkais, and integrating Kekkei Mora."
There were many interesting things in the books within the moon. Putting aside various data and records, he even found a simplified version of Eighty Gods Vacuum Attack.
"Kaguya's Eighty Gods Vacuum Attack is a complete technique, but these guys couldn't use it, so someone simplified it?"
No matter what it was, all of these were extremely valuable to Takemi and very suitable for him to learn.
Especially with Ōtsutsuki Takeshiki in the picture, he now had even more methods.
"The data on Yin Release and Yang Release are also very complete."
The more he explored the moon and learned its contents, the more he realized what a treasure trove it was.
His body and bloodline were a huge treasure, there was no doubt about that. But how to maximize the value of this treasure and use the treasures within it reasonably was a problem.
And what he learned on the moon was the key to solving these problems.
"My understanding and application of Yin Release and Yang Release have received a huge boost. Now, I can use Yang Release to 'ignite the flame of life' like Naruto."
Takemi muttered to himself, a smile appearing on his lips.
Although everything was looking good, he was puzzled by one thing: his Truth-Seeking Ball.
He could already use the Truth-Seeking Ball, which was not surprising. After all, his strength had reached this level, and the Truth-Seeking Ball was a technique, not a Kekkei Mora.
"But why are there only three?"
He couldn't figure out this problem. Perhaps it was a matter of development, or perhaps his understanding of Yin Release and Yang Release wasn't deep enough.
But no matter what, he was moving in the right direction, and he even had a new idea.
"Should I set my sights on the true Ōtsutsuki?"
He wouldn't absorb planet chakra, so those Ōtsutsuki would be 'premium resources'.
"They will definitely make a move, it's just too quiet right now."
Just as Takemi was pondering his future direction, Hiruzen sighed.
"It's not just the Akatsuki, Ōtsutsuki Takeshiki is the same. This excessive quietness makes him hard to fathom."
"Indeed, though it seems peaceful, once it erupts, it will be terrifying." Tobirama said.
He glanced at his older brother before continuing, "Especially Ōtsutsuki Takeshiki. Compared to the Akatsuki, he is more dangerous, and I have been tracking him."
"Eh? Aren't you researching your Edo Tensei?" Hashirama tilted his head in confusion and asked curiously.
"Are you slacking off?"
"Who's like you, you idiot? You're the one who's truly slacking off!"
Hearing his older brother say that about him, Tobirama couldn't hold back.
He was researching day and night, while also looking up information, assisting Tsunade, and even participating in some of Konoha's decisions.
It could be said that he alone was doing the work of countless people. And it was his strong support for Takemi that allowed many policies to be implemented.
Although he himself sometimes felt that Takemi was a bit extreme, it was all for the village.
In contrast, his older brother was idle all day, wandering around, looking at things, and occasionally causing him trouble.
For a moment, he wanted to release his older brother's Edo Tensei.
"I've made sufficient progress with Edo Tensei, but due to material issues, there might be a problem with us two."
Though extremely annoyed, Tobirama still spoke, "After all, I haven't found a vessel capable of holding both our powers yet, but for others, there shouldn't be a problem."
"Then let's first revive those who can be revived." Takemi thought for a moment and then spoke decisively.
Currently, Hiruzen was consciously letting him handle many of Konoha's policies. Of course, whether they would ultimately pass still required discussion.
"Although we are strictly guarding, the energy consumption is too great. We can summon a group to see the effect."
"I have no objection. You choose the list."
Tobirama thought for a moment and spoke, and then his gaze fell on Sasuke, which made him frown slightly.
Sasuke was also thinking, and finally, he shook his head without speaking.
In fact, how could he not want to summon his parents, and even the entire Uchiha clan?
But as soon as he thought that he hadn't yet defeated Itachi, he felt a sense of shame at facing them. So he decided to wait, to wait until everything was over.
"Seriously, why are we abusing this jutsu again?" Hashirama mumbled.
Fortunately, his voice was not loud, and he also knew the necessity of this jutsu.
"Then it's settled. Let's talk about something else." Takemi smiled, bringing the conversation back on track.
Knowing the movements of the Akatsuki, and with Black Zetsu constantly 'guiding' him, he couldn't do nothing.
Besides, the world was too focused on him. He needed to divert some attention.
"Second Hokage-sama, what are your thoughts on Ōtsutsuki Takeshiki?"
"Actually, I think that Ōtsutsuki Takeshiki has already given an answer."
Tobirama seemed to have researched it very thoroughly.
"His goal is the Tailed Beast, even if it's just Chakra, but he is too terrifying. I have to think of the worst-case scenario, he might be after the Ten-Tails's power."
"Ten-Tails?"
"That's right. In fact, many stories shouldn't be treated as mere legends. After all, the Rinnegan has appeared, and that guy truly is like a god."
"…"
"Besides that, I've always suspected whether the Akatsuki's goal is consistent with Ōtsutsuki Takeshiki's. Otherwise, they wouldn't constantly clash without end."
"…"
Tobirama's words made Takemi's lips twitch slightly. Sometimes, people who are too smart are a headache.
"It seems our thoughts are the same."
Fortunately, Takemi could try to change his thinking.
"The same as my thoughts?" Tobirama nodded, full of praise.
"As expected of you."
"…"
Takemi felt that he was insulting him. He shook his head and continued to speak, "So, following this direction, I also conducted some investigations. After all, it's the Sage of Six Paths's Rinnegan, and according to legend, both the Uchiha and Senju are descendants of the Sage of Six Paths, so…"
"That is indeed a direction…"
Tobirama stroked his chin. This was something he hadn't considered.
"That's right, and there were indeed some discoveries." Takemi smiled and continued.
"According to the records, the Uchiha have a stone tablet that records a secret, though I don't know if it's true."
"Uchiha? Stone tablet?"
Sasuke frowned. He had never heard of such a thing, but Hashirama next to him had his eyes light up.
"Stone tablet? I remember now! Madara once told me that the Uchiha indeed have a peculiar stone tablet, and only the Sharingan can see the information on it."
"Ah?"
Sasuke was confused, and everyone else looked startled.
This stone tablet, it really exists?
And…
It was Madara who told him about it?