Naruto: With Favorabiltity System

Chapter 276: Bringing Jiraiya to Meet Konan, the Appearance of Tendo Pain!

Haneda didn't feel the need to hide much about the Akatsuki, so he nodded slightly:

"After the failure of Danzo and Hanzo's conspiracy, the Akatsuki killed Hanzo and took control of Amegakure."

"Of course, Yahiko also died as a consequence, which led to Nagato transforming into Pain and becoming the new leader."

"Pain is a manifestation of Yahiko. In a sense, he carries Yahiko's will."

"Their ultimate goal is peace for the ninja world."

"Konan is a core member of the Akatsuki and Nagato — or rather, Pain's — most important partner."

"By the way, Nagato possesses the Rinnegan — the Sage's eyes — his strength is second only to mine."

"Even for me, dealing with him is troublesome."

After hearing Haneda's explanation, Kakashi and Asuma were stunned.

They hadn't expected such powerful figures to exist in the small nations and villages of the ninja world.

And they knew nothing about it.

It was worth noting that both Kakashi and Asuma were elders of Konoha.

Kakashi was even in charge of the Anbu and the Root, with access to an extensive intelligence network.

Yet, Haneda knew things they didn't — even more than they did!

Kakashi regained his composure and, looking at Haneda's departing figure, asked:

"Wait, Haneda! Are you going to see her?"

"Of course. She might leave tomorrow. I'm going to find Jiraiya to gauge her attitude."

...

Haneda found Jiraiya in a tavern, where Tsunade was also present.

They were both tipsy, their cheeks flushed.

When Haneda walked in, Jiraiya greeted him immediately:

"Hey! Haneda, we were just talking about you!"

Saying this, Jiraiya stood up, put his arm around Haneda's shoulder, and pulled him to the table:

"Come on! Drink with us! Celebrate you becoming some… leader or something."

Tsunade scoffed, "Useless. Haneda's going to be Hokage. Don't corrupt him and turn him into a slob like you."

"Heh, you're used to it by now, Tsunade. Haneda's used to it too. You always call him the 'naturally evil Uchiha brat' and mock the Hokage."

"You!"

Tsunade grabbed her beer and stood up. Jiraiya shut his mouth instantly, his drunken face suddenly becoming sober.

Haneda shook his head at Jiraiya, then pulled out a photograph and placed it on the table.

Jiraiya and Tsunade were immediately drawn to Haneda's unusual action.

"This is… Konan?!!"

Jiraiya's eyes lit up with surprise. He picked up the photo and examined it carefully, then burst into laughter:

"Konan has grown into a fine woman!"

"Yeah, she really did grow up beautifully. It brings back memories!"

Tsunade took the photo from Jiraiya's hands, recalling something:

"She was one of your students back in the Land of Rain, right?"

Jiraiya didn't answer; he just smiled and put his right hand on Haneda's shoulder:

"Konan came to Konoha, didn't she? Let's go — you want me to meet her."

Haneda nodded slightly. Jiraiya had seen through his intentions immediately.

In the blink of an eye, Haneda activated the Flying Thunder God Technique, teleporting them to the guesthouse designated for foreign visitors.

As soon as Haneda and Jiraiya entered, they sensed a gaze from the second floor. Looking up, they met Konan's eyes.

At that moment, Konan was seated at a table near the balcony on the second floor.

She was in the dining area, enjoying her dinner.

To avoid drawing attention, Haneda and Jiraiya quietly climbed the stairs, walking on the carpet until they reached Konan's table.

"Jiraiya-sensei." Konan greeted Jiraiya with a nostalgic expression.

Back when Jiraiya was still around, Yahiko hadn't died, and Nagato hadn't become so emaciated.

"You really have grown beautiful — even more so than in the photo. A mix of cuteness and cold elegance."

Jiraiya pulled out a chair and sat down across from Konan with Haneda.

Konan looked at the familiar faces, fell silent for a moment, and continued eating her grilled fish.

"You still love eating fish… How does this compare to mine? Isn't my grilled fish tastier?" Jiraiya asked with a smile.

"Mm, Jiraiya-sensei's grilled fish is the best."

Konan responded softly. Unsure of how to face Jiraiya, she turned her gaze to Haneda.

Her primary reason for coming to Konoha was to talk with Haneda about the Akatsuki, Yahiko, and Nagato.

"Haneda, I've read your book and learned a lot about your views on the ninja world."

"I remember Yahiko once asked you how to achieve peace in the ninja world. At that time, you said it required unification."

"But now, you've changed. You focus more on political systems and the structure of the ninja world — concepts you created."

Hearing this, Haneda fell into deep thought.

He realized that his book, My Struggle, may have influenced the Akatsuki's ideology to some extent.

Perhaps today's conversation could clarify the Akatsuki's future goals, and he could guide them toward a better path.

Perhaps he could even influence Obito indirectly.

After a long silence, Haneda finally replied:

"The birth of ninjas was, in some ways, a mistake."

"The Sage of Six Paths brought chakra to ninjas, hoping it would connect people's spiritual energy and lead to mutual understanding and tolerance."

"But the reality… we all know the outcome."

"Chakra became a weapon of violence, controlled by feudal lords and wealthy nobles."

"This violates the Sage of Six Paths' original intent."

At that moment, a figure in a black cloak with red clouds approached. His face was strange, with black rods embedded in it.

His eyes were even stranger — light purple with concentric rings.

He was Tendo Pain, the strongest of the Six Paths of Pain, capable of destroying Konoha by himself. And now, he was in Konoha!

Tendo Pain asked, "So, do you plan to eliminate the feudal lords and wealthy nobles, returning the ninja world to the era of the Ninja Sect?"

"But that would just create a cycle. History has already proven this."

Jiraiya, seeing how much Tendo Pain resembled Yahiko, wanted to ask something, but Haneda stopped him:

"No. It's about changing the existing political system and ninja structure."

"I once explained to you, Yahiko, the theory of how an excess of ninjas leads to war, didn't I?"

"The ninja mission system forces ninjas to live by taking on assignments, making them inevitably controlled by feudal lords and nobles."

"After all, they are the clients who provide the money ninjas need to survive."

"So, I want to abolish the feudal lords and the old political system, creating a new one."

Haneda paused, then continued:

"Ninjas who possess power — why shouldn't they maintain public order like a police force?"

"The Land of Fire has vast territory and towns as large as Konoha."

"If ninja missions were abolished or replaced with fixed duties of maintaining peace and order, would ninjas still need to fight over assignments?"

"In the ordinary world, would criminals and potential offenders dare to disrupt society?"

"Solving the ninja problem would also solve domestic security issues."

"To achieve this, I abolished the feudal lords and centralized power."

"As for the nobles and wealthy merchants, I plan to implement public-private partnerships, converting at least half of their wealth into state ownership."

"I will mobilize all classes — the wealthy, the middle class, and the commoners — to build this nation."

Tendo Pain fell silent for a moment and then said:

"So to become the supreme ruler, you've killed countless people — both civilians and others."

Haneda replied, "That was a necessary sacrifice. You should understand that."

Tendo Pain's Rinnegan stared into Haneda's eyes. Haneda's eyes turned into the Mangekyo Sharingan.

After a long standoff, Pain finally left.

"I hope you truly build the Land of Fire — no, the People's Republic of the Will of Fire — into a better place."

"I will be watching you, Uchiha Haneda."

Tendo Pain paused, turned his head slightly, and cast his intimidating gaze at Haneda.

After a second, he left completely.

...

Jiraiya watched Tendo Pain's retreating figure until it vanished, then muttered:

"That wasn't Yahiko. His aura was wrong, and those eyes were Nagato's. Who is he, Konan, Haneda?!"

Konan lowered her head, her bangs covering her eyes:

"He is Pain — a symbol of suffering."

"He will bring pain to the world, but also peace."

Haneda said, "It doesn't matter who he is. The idea of peace is in the heart — that's what matters."

"He's not Yahiko, but he shares Yahiko's dream of peace for the ninja world."

Jiraiya fell silent, realizing neither Konan nor Haneda intended to reveal the truth.

He stood up, waved his hand, and left the guesthouse.

Konan spoke in a warning tone:

"Pain will be watching you. The will for peace will keep an eye on you in this young world, as the stars shine brightly."

"Peace will eventually arrive, and anyone who disrupts the path to peace will be removed."

"This is the mission bestowed by the era."

Konan then left, her figure disappearing into the night.

Haneda remained seated alone, staring at the fish bones left on the plate.

He rubbed his temples and sighed.

What was this?

It felt like he was a person entrusted with immense expectations, with everyone around him monitoring and guiding him...

As if they were afraid he would stray from the right path.

Suddenly, Haneda chuckled to himself, speaking in a low voice:

"If you all want to watch and demand answers, then so be it."

"I will prove it my way — I will bring peace to the world."

"And I will give everyone fresh bread and milk."

...

The night was quiet. The stars above Konoha shone brighter than ever, as if watching over the young man who carried the hopes and burdens of the ninja world.

A new path was being forged — one of change, sacrifice, and an unwavering belief in a better future.