Izumi and Hikari really had questions they wanted to bombard Yami, but with outsiders present, they gave Yami some face and simply stared at him with resentment.

Of course… there was also a bit of fear.

By generation, Ōtsutsuki Kaguya could be considered the ancestor of their ancestors. Even without that fact, her overwhelming strength alone was intimidating.

Facing everyone's stunned expressions, Yami smiled and explained,

"I have reconciled with Kaguya-san. She has clearly recognized the mistakes caused by Black Zetsu and Uchiha Madara, and she has resolved to repent.

"From now on, I will be Kaguya-san's guardian and will be responsible for all her arrangements right?"

Kaguya regained her calm and slowly nodded with a soft hum.

After a brief silence, the restrained Madara suddenly roared, "Yami, where is Black Zetsu? Where is Black Zetsu?

"I want to kill him! Let me kill him! You can do whatever you want to me, even cut me to pieces, I will accept it!"

Madara, who had been in a daze, completely lost control.

The existence of Black Zetsu had turned both his life and his actions after death into a joke. The peace in the ninja world he had pursued was nothing more than helping Black Zetsu free his mother.

For someone as prideful as Madara, who always believed his vision and methods surpassed all others, how could he accept this?

What made it worse…

This humiliating truth was known by that damn Tobirama!

The man had just been mocking him, every word sharper than any ninjutsu, making his already broken pride even harder to bear.

Now, seeing Yami victorious, Madara could no longer hold back.

As long as he could kill Black Zetsu, he could die without regrets.

Of course… it would be even better if he could drag that annoying Senju with him.

"Uchiha Madara, I know you are impatient, but there is no need to rush."

Yami waved his hand casually. "We still need to carefully discuss the matter between you and Black Zetsu. A prisoner has no right to make demands of me."

Madara wisely closed his mouth. He knew continuing to argue now would be unwise.

Besides… he did not sense any killing intent from Yami. They would definitely have a chance to talk later, and then he could find an opportunity to get Black Zetsu.

With the Infinite Tsukuyomi lifted, the shinobi trapped in the illusion gradually regained consciousness. Sensing that many people were approaching, Sasuke frowned and asked,

"Yami-sensei, is this really okay?

"Kaguya is extremely dangerous. If she intends to absorb all the chakra in the ninja world, no one but you can stop her. Leaving her outside…"

Yami shook his head helplessly and replied with a hint of sadness, "Sasuke, I understand your concern, but she is your grandmother.

"We can be cunning and arrogant, but we cannot be unfilial, don't you think?"

A vein bulged on Sasuke's forehead.

He was Uchiha Sasuke, not Indra!

And what was with that overly kind tone? Did Yami intend to be his grandfather?

Thinking about Yami's habits and personality, Sasuke's face darkened. He could already imagine a future where Yami forced him to call him grandpa.

At that moment, an old, majestic voice came from above.

"Family bonds are important, but the duty of protecting the world is far greater. This time, I side with Indra's opinion."

Two figures descended from the sky, stopping just above the ground. They were the Sage of Six Paths, Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo, and his younger brother, Ōtsutsuki Hamura.

Hagoromo was cautious. He knew that Yami, who could defeat Kaguya with his own strength, could not be underestimated. If Yami and his mother truly joined forces, their spirit bodies alone would be no match.

There was a real chance they could not win.

So they had not rushed here immediately, but had first gone to the moon to seek help.

If a backup plan was needed, Hamura could serve as that backup.

Upon awakening, Hamura had taken over the body of the last surviving boy on the moon, absorbed the power of the massive Tenseigan, and then rushed here with his brother.

Kaguya's eyes softened with complex emotions. "Hagoromo, Hamura."

"Mother, how are you?"

The two brothers bowed slightly in greeting. Then Hagoromo spoke gently, "You should not be here. Please return to the moon."

Hamura sighed faintly. "Your existence is a disaster to the world. Please go back, Mother. I will remain by your side forever."

Kaguya's expression dimmed, her heart clearly aching at her sons' attitudes.

An outsider like Yami could accept her presence… so why couldn't her own children?

"You two…"

Yami frowned in displeasure. "Is that how you speak to your mother? Seems like you really need a father. No one even taught you the most basic manners."

The brothers exchanged strange looks, the corners of their mouths twitching at the same time.

This little brat… his desire to be their father was written all over his face!

Kaguya quietly stepped back two paces, standing behind Yami. She nodded in agreement with his criticism, then whispered, "Yami, you won't let them seal me, right?"

"Don't worry."

Yami rolled his wrists, not taking the two legendary figures seriously at all.

"Yami, we are grateful to our mother for giving us life, but we must seal her."

Hagoromo's tone turned heavy. "You do not understand the power Mother possesses. Although you defeated her briefly just now, her combat experience is almost nonexistent.

"Give her enough time, and it will not be difficult for her to surpass you.

"Moreover… she is an immortal god. No matter how strong you are, like me, you will eventually grow weak and old.

"When that happens, who will be able to keep her in check?

"Listen to me. Sealing Mother is the best choice for the ninja world."

(To be continued.)

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