Chapter 310: Black Zetsu: Father!
"Can I be your father?"
Dan's shocking words hit Black Zetsu like a bolt of lightning, leaving it dizzy and numb.
This guy... he covets my mother and wants to become my father?
Black Zetsu slowly lifted its head, looking up at Dan in terror, only to see a sincere expression on his face.
"Lord Dan, you must be... joking, right?"
It forced a smile and asked nervously.
"Do I look like someone who jokes?" Dan looked down at Black Zetsu, frowning as if angry.
Yes.
Black Zetsu silently answered in its heart but didn't dare to say it out loud.
To it, Dan seemed to be joking, toying with it for amusement.
However, Dan appeared very serious this time. He sighed and then opened up to Black Zetsu:
"Actually, ever since I awakened the Mangekyo Sharingan and first saw the story of Ōtsutsuki Kaguya on the Uchiha stone tablet, I fell hopelessly in love with her.
She is the strongest and most beautiful woman in this world. Only such a woman is worthy of Uchiha Dan.
Otherwise, why would I work so hard to collect the Tailed Beasts and spare no expense to revive her?"
After saying this, Dan looked up at the distant sky, his expression filled with admiration and reverence as if Kaguya herself were watching him from above.
Black Zetsu shivered, covered in goosebumps.
It remembered.
Uchiha Dan had a young son named Hagoromo, sharing the name of the Sage of Six Paths. It seemed Dan's improper intentions toward Kaguya had long been evident.
"But Lord Dan..."
Black Zetsu was still unwilling to give up, pretending to be puzzled as it carefully asked, "Don't you already have a wife? If you love Kaguya, what about your wife…"
"Oh, you mean Samui."
Dan waved his hand indifferently, "She is just a substitute for Kaguya. Her only role is to pass on my excellent genes. Don't worry, once I revive Kaguya, I'll immediately abandon Samui and then hold an unprecedented grand wedding with Kaguya, announcing the happy news to the entire ninja world. I will not let Kaguya suffer any grievance."
He called Kaguya by name, more intimately each time, as if they were long-separated lovers.
"I see."
Black Zetsu forced a smile, feeling more and more desperate.
Until now.
It recalled Dan's earlier words, finally understanding what he meant by wanting to have "a deep conversation" with Kaguya.
No!
It could never let Kaguya fall into the hands of such a vulgar man as Uchiha Dan.
But looking across the entire ninja world, only this man had the ability to revive Kaguya.
Madara and Naruto were out of the question; Dan must have already defeated them, and he likely took their Rinnegan.
Sure enough, Black Zetsu's speculation was soon confirmed.
"I know the moon is actually a Chibaku Tensei, sealing Kaguya's body, leaving her alone up there, imprisoned for a thousand years.
I said I wouldn't let Kaguya suffer, so I've already blown up the moon, burying Madara and Naruto.
Do you think I did the right thing?"
Dan withdrew his gaze from the sky and looked at Black Zetsu.
"You... blew up the moon?!"
Black Zetsu's face twitched in shock.
But it didn't doubt Dan was telling the truth. With his power and madness, he could absolutely do such a thing.
Which means.
Now, Dan not only possessed two pairs of Rinnegan but also controlled most of the Tailed Beasts. If Black Zetsu wanted to revive Kaguya, it had no choice but to go through Dan.
At this moment, Black Zetsu found itself in a fierce internal struggle.
"So, do you think... Should I revive Kaguya? Would she mind that I'm already married? And... what kind of men does she like? Would she prefer those slender, delicate-looking types?" Danzo's voice echoed in Black Zetsu's ears. He seemed somewhat anxious despite being a man who could destroy the moon with a single punch.
So, that was the reason for Danzo's hesitation?
Black Zetsu suddenly realised.
Danzo Uchiha was worried that after reviving Kaguya, he wouldn't be able to win her favour and would be rejected by her.
Hmph, for once, he is showing some self-awareness.
If Kaguya saw Danzo's exaggerated physique, she would definitely be disgusted. After all, he was practically a muscle-bound monster.
However.
Danzo's anxiousness made Black Zetsu resolve to help him revive its mother, Kaguya.
Because.
Black Zetsu planned to manipulate Danzo's affection for Kaguya to control the Sixth Hokage.
In response to Danzo's inquiry, Black Zetsu quickly offered reassurance:
"Lord Danzo, you're overthinking it.
To be honest, even though you've been my enemy all these years, I must admit—
You are stronger and more perfect than Madara Uchiha, Hashirama Senju, Nagato, and Naruto.
I have lived for over a thousand years and have never seen a human ninja like you. If anyone deserves my mother, it is you."
"Really?"
Danzo's face lit up with joy, seemingly pleased with Black Zetsu's flattery. He then asked, "Then, after I revive Kaguya, can you help me pursue her?"
Hearing this, Black Zetsu deliberately hesitated, creating a suspenseful pause before sighing deeply:
"Alright, I agree, Lord Danzo. Since you admire my mother so much, I believe you will treat her well. Perhaps this will bring her true happiness and heal the emotional wounds from being betrayed by her two sons."
Hearing this, Danzo's expression turned serious, and he patted Black Zetsu's shoulder again:
"Kaguya is lucky to have a son like you. Compared to your filial piety, the Sage of Six Paths and his brother are nothing but beasts."
This statement struck a chord with Black Zetsu.
"Hmph, they are indeed unworthy to be my mother's sons. They claimed to want to prevent her from destroying the world, yet they divided her chakra among everyone.
But look at the ninja world they left behind. The power of chakra runs rampant, fueling countless killings and chaos, leading to endless wars. Has there ever been a day of peace?"
Black Zetsu sneered.
To it, foolish and mediocre mortals should never have wielded chakra from the start, as they lacked the self-control to use this power correctly.
They would ultimately misuse chakra out of greed and ambition, leading to mutual destruction.
"You're right. The Sage of Six Paths' creation of ninjutsu was a failure. If it weren't for my efforts to maintain peace in the ninja world, who knows what it would be like now," Danzo nodded in agreement, not forgetting to boast about himself, making Black Zetsu nearly roll its eyes.
"But back to the point, Kaguya gave birth to three sons. It must have been tough for her. Where was her husband? How could a father not discipline his sons when they wanted to kill their mother? That's just irresponsible. Sigh, Kaguya truly had bad luck, falling for a scumbag," Danzo said, looking regretful.
Uh.
Black Zetsu paused, then smiled and shook its head, explaining:
"Lord Danzo, you misunderstand.
As you might have learned from the Uchiha stone tablet, my mother isn't from this world. She descended to Earth with a mission; she is a goddess from beyond the stars.
So how could my mother be interested in the mortals here?
Of course, you are an exception."
"Oh? Then how did she get pregnant?" Danzo asked curiously.
To this, Black Zetsu adopted a reminiscing look and said:
"In ancient times, this world was in chaos, with constant wars among different nations, causing endless suffering for the people. It wasn't until my mother unified all nations that the wars ended, bringing peace and happiness to everyone."
Later, due to countless people's heartfelt blessings, Kaguya wanted to give birth and eventually had two sons.
"The Sage of Six Paths and his brother, as well as myself, are actually parts of Mother's body and chakra that split off."
"Oh, I see. As expected of the goddess Kaguya," Dan said, enlightened, and then added with excitement, "So Kaguya never had a romantic relationship and is a very pure woman?"
I can't believe you care about such things, Black Zetsu thought disdainfully, but outwardly, he smiled and agreed with Dan:
"Of course, Mother is the most innocent and pure woman in the world. Her kindness led her to be deceived and hurt by her two unfilial sons.
So, Dan-sama, you must save Mother!
She has been sealed for over a thousand years, and only you can comfort her loneliness and pain."
"Rest assured."
Dan patted Black Zetsu's shoulder for the third time, swearing firmly, "A perfect woman like Kaguya cannot remain asleep. Once I revive her, we will have many children and create a family stronger than the Otsutsuki clan with our genes!"
"Wonderful!"
Black Zetsu feigned excitement, though it was utterly disgusted inside.
You, a wretched creature, think you can make Mother fall in love with you and bear your children? You're not even worthy to lick her feet!
Black Zetsu inwardly cursed Uchiha Dan, thinking he was as delusional as a toad lusting after a swan.
Dan didn't notice Black Zetsu's micro-expressions; instead, he smiled as if imagining his happy life with Kaguya.
Then, he suddenly remembered something and addressed Black Zetsu:
"By the way, you haven't answered my original question."
"What question?" Black Zetsu was puzzled.
"Don't play dumb. Will you call me father?" Dan's eyes turned sharp, imposing tremendous pressure on Black Zetsu.
This was the aura of the strongest in the ninja world.
Endure, just endure.
Black Zetsu reminded itself that reviving Mother made all sacrifices and humiliations worthwhile. It had endured for over a thousand years; this moment was no different.
So, after coming to terms with it.
Thud.
Black Zetsu immediately knelt on one knee, lowered its head to Dan, and respectfully called out:
"Father!"
"Good boy, get up."
Dan seemed very pleased, helping Black Zetsu up and then sharing a piece of good news, "Honestly, I just visited the Akatsuki and found the Gedo Statue hidden by Naruto Uzumaki, along with capturing the One-Tail and Seven-Tails Jinchuriki."
"Really?"
Black Zetsu's small eyes widened in excitement.
No wonder Dan had come to see it; he wasn't lying about preparing to revive Mother.
"Too bad Naruto is dead, and with him, the Nine-Tails temporarily. Otherwise, I could revive Kaguya right now!"
Dan looked frustrated, seemingly impatient.
Seeing this, Black Zetsu thoughtfully comforted its newly acknowledged father:
"Dan-sama… I mean, Father, don't worry too much. The Nine-Tails will respawn somewhere in the wild in a few years. You can capture it then.
In the meantime, let's prepare everything else to ensure we can flawlessly revive Mother."
"You're right. I'll immediately use the Illusionary Dragon Nine Consuming Seals to let the Gedo Statue absorb the eight Tailed Beasts we have. I'll notify you as soon as I capture the Nine-Tails."
With these words, Dan turned and disappeared without a trace.
"Father, wait..."
Black Zetsu called out in horror, but only emptiness remained.
It had hoped Dan would release it.
If Dan had only contacted it after capturing the Nine-Tails, it might have been in this wretched place for years.
No, maybe even a lifetime—if Dan was lying all along.
"Damn Uchiha Dan, were his words true…"
Black Zetsu paced nervously, unaware that it was the one being played.
After leaving the alternate dimension, Dan went straight home, walking into the living room to find his wife busy in the kitchen.
"What are you making? It smells so good."
He hugged Samui from behind, pressing their bodies together.
"It's a new recipe I've been working on. Not sure how it tastes yet. Want to try?" Samui asked, scooping some soup and blowing on it before bringing it to Dan's lips.
"Mm, it's delicious."
Dan praised her cooking after tasting it.
"Alright, go spend time with Hagoromo in his room. And then bring Samui back from the training ground."
Samui blushed and pushed Dan gently, as his hands were being too playful.
Even though they had been married for years, their love and passion had never faded, sometimes even being more intense than when they were young.
What Dan had told Black Zetsu—that Samui was just a substitute for Kaguya—was a blatant lie.
As a habitual liar, Dan rarely spoke the truth, but in this one matter, he was honest with Samui—
He loved her.
With a kiss on her forehead, Dan left the kitchen to spend time with his younger son.
(End of the chapter)