Chapter 227 - 227 (1/2)
Konan and Nagato's souls were pulled into the Ice World. The sudden change in weather and scenery got Konan dumbfounded and startled. Nagato, on the other hand, was still very calm as he stared at her.
”Konan, don't worry. This is just a Genjutsu Space. It should be Ryo who brought us here.” Seeing his companion so nervous, he quickly tried to comfort her.
”Genjutsu Space? But why does it feel so cold? Ice is everywhere in here. Why did he bring us here?”
”Of course it is to see me.”
A familiar voice rang behind the two, and Nagato's body trembled as he turned around to see an equally familiar face.
Seeing Yahiko, Konan tears burst out and she said in disbelief: ”Is it really you?”
Nagato heard her, sharing her doubts. Yes, he had great perception abilities, and this man really seemed like Yahiko. However, the two were also in a Genjutsu Space. Maybe this was just Ryo trying to comfort them with some quasi perfect illusion?
”Of course it's me! However, things are… a bit complicated. Ryo had explained it to me just now, and now I'll explain them to you.”
The two listened to Yahiko, and were saddened by the fact that he had really died. However, Konan felt better when learning that there was a chance he could get revived by Ryo.
Nagato however was still somewhat skeptical. This was the first time he heard of such a case of body and soul separation.
However, while listening to Yahiko, Nagato was able to confirm one thing: this wasn't just an illusion.
Nagato found that he could see outside this space with his Rinnegan. What this meant, was that it was somewhat linked to the outside world.
That, along with how true the cold he and Konan felt was, confirm his supposition that this world was real, not just some Genjutsu space!
Therefore, Yahiko's soul should be real as well.
Thinking of this, Nagato asked: ”Yahiko, do you trust that Ryo could really revive you?”
Yahiko smiled and replied: ”If it wasn't for Ryo, I would already be dead, for good. Besides, isn't he our friend? I believe in him!”
Hearing him, Nagato could only helplessly sigh and say: ”You'll never change! Since you trust him, I will do as well!”
”I've always trusted him!” Konan quickly added.
After reaching a consensus, the three looked at each other and smiled. They chatted for a while, before Yahiko seemed to remember something important: ”Nagato, there's something important I have to ask you to do!”
”What is it?”
”It's about The Akatsuki. Now that I am dead, I cannot manage the organization any more. Next in command is you; you must lead the Akatsuki in the quest towards true peace!”
Yahiko's look was very serious, and Nagato could only nod in agreement after he heard him.
In fact, Yahiko did not know that Nagato had already decided to inherit his will, the moment he first thought that he was dead. As tribute to him, he was determined to do whatever was needed to make his dream of peace come true.
The trio talked about details for a while, when suddenly, Ryo's consciousness entered the Ice World.
”Hey! I'm sorry to bother you, but Yahiko's soul has no body to support it. He can't talk to you all the time, so it's almost time for you to go out!”
Hearing Ryo, Konan's momentary cheerfulness what somewhat lost, and Nagato looked at Yahiko saying firmly: ”Yahiko, on the day you're resurrected, you'll find a peaceful world waiting for you!”