These things were separate from Aoba's plan but were beyond his expectations. He truly did not expect it.
Nagato had beco this arrogant.
Even when compared to the past, at least back then, they had the Rinnegan, and he truly possessed imnse power, making him believe that he was a god because of his strength.
At that ti, it was at least understandable.
After all, Nagato was indeed powerful back then.
Naturally, he had the capital to be proud and inflated.
But now, Nagato had nothing, still maintaining this stance. He could only use Wind Release ninjutsu, and he couldn't even use the Rinnegan. Yet, he was more arrogant than before, treating everyone like ants.
This inflated attitude left Aoba feeling quite astonished.
Aoba never thought that Nagato would appoint himself as a god just based on the information Aoba had passed about the Otsutsuki clan.
Such behavior was simply too exaggerated!
However, Aoba found it rather interesting. After all, it took just this little information to trigger such a transformation in Nagato's personality.
"My na is Nagato."
Nagato introduced himself indifferently to the different individuals present, and it was clear from his expression that he carried an inexplicable confidence.
This simple introduction caused Minato Namikaze's brow to furrow again, sothing Aoba could see.
This person had already irritated Minato Namikaze.
That wasn't easy to do.
You see, Minato Namikaze was usually quite easy-going.
If soone like him started disliking you before even truly interacting, it clearly showed that this person wasn't sitting well with Minato.
Nagato then introduced Yahiko and Konan to Minato.
After introducing all three of them, he nodded slightly towards Minato Namikaze.
"We are all disciples of Master Jiraiya."
Nagato casually ntioned their connection, though his words felt odd as if this connection sohow established a relationship between them.
But that connection was rely a distant one.
It almost felt like there was a sense of entitlent.
Because we are all disciples of Master Jiraiya, it is fortunate that we et you, and you should feel honored.
At least, that's how Aoba perceived it.
He was particularly sensitive to this kind of sentint.
Just from this ninja's mories, it was clear.
Let alone how Minato Namikaze might be feeling in person.
"Disciples of Master Jiraiya…"
Minato took a deep breath, entering a state of contemplation. It was quite intriguing.
At least from his expression, Aoba could sense that Minato was already thinking deeply because, back in the Anbu, Minato would have made the sa face when contemplating.
Whenever Minato started thinking, it ant one thing: he didn't fully trust these people.
Aoba was almost certain that Minato was now considering various possibilities, especially linking the three mbers of the Akatsuki group to the Third Hokage.
However, such thoughts would lead nowhere.
Aoba knew sothing would surely happen later.
Still, he was puzzled as to why the Akatsuki trio had only arrived now.
What were they doing earlier?
He had inford them a long ti ago.
The way things were unfolding left him feeling a bit puzzled.
It was very strange.
Could it be that Nagato's change in attitude delayed their arrival? Or was there sothing else going on?
One question after another popped into Aoba's mind. It was a habit of his. He liked to watch mories, movies, or books while questioning what was happening, and when he found answers to his questions, it gave him a sense of accomplishnt.
"What business do you have with ?"
Minato Namikaze asked the Akatsuki trio.
At this point, Minato didn't know why they had co, but it was clear from his face that he was cautious, especially given the timing. Minato was about to be inaugurated as the Fourth Hokage of Konoha, and anything that happened now could potentially affect him.
Minato was very cautious before such events.
He didn't want to make any mistakes that could jeopardize his position.
Aoba could sense this.
Though Minato harbored so suspicions about the Akatsuki trio's motives, he didn't assu the worst, maintaining a calm and polite deanor. But behind that politeness lay a layer of caution, a natural defense given the circumstances.
This was completely understandable.
Anyone in his position would be cautious.
After all, if he could get through this period safely and complete the Hokage inauguration, he would beco the Fourth Hokage of Konoha.
However, if anything went wrong during this period, his Hokage position could slip away, and all his efforts would be in vain.
For this reason, Aoba could tell from Minato's expression that he was determined to avoid dangerous situations.
Moreover, Aoba was confident that the response would have been the sa if this situation had involved anyone else.
Or if it were a different ti, after Minato beca the Fourth Hokage, he wouldn't be so wary of the Akatsuki trio. Everything would be settled by then, and their plans wouldn't matter.
Aoba could see that Minato was thinking carefully, while the Akatsuki trio in front of him all wore different expressions, each thinking other thoughts.
Strange.
Very strange.
From Aoba's perspective, the Akatsuki trio no longer seed united in purpose.
In the original story, Aoba rarely saw much of Yahiko and didn't know much about their growth experiences. It was only for a short ti when they interacted with the Akatsuki trio.
Based on his mories, Yahiko had always been the spiritual leader of the Akatsuki, with the organization ford under his leadership.
But now, Yahiko's expression didn't show any of that spirit. He looked more like a child following an adult, not interested in being there at all.
This change surprised Aoba, as Yahiko wasn't supposed to be like this. The lack of confidence on his face was strange.
As for the other mber, Konan's face was filled with anticipation, as if she were truly excited to be in Konoha. Of the three, she was the only one who seed genuinely happy.
And Nagato, who now appeared to be the leader, showed no signs of excitent. It didn't seem like he wanted to be in Konoha, but he carried an air of superiority when he spoke to Minato. This wasn't expressed in his words, but his expression and deanor revealed it completely.
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