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Kaguya's plan unfolds in the shadows, and Black Zetsu carefully carries out her orders without anyone else knowing. The Brown Zetsu, strategically placed within Ishiki's team, are hidden beneath layers of deception. The rest of the shinobi remain unaware, only seeing a stronger Ōtsutsuki force, with the appearance of Ishiki's team becoming far more formidable.

As the battle draws near, the Kage and their allies discuss tactics and preparation, but none of them realize that Kaguya's influence is silently reshaping the battlefield. Naruto, Sasuke, and the others prepare for a fight, believing Ishiki's power is growing naturally, while the Brown Zetsu remain hidden in plain sight, taking on the appearance of ordinary warriors. This work was created by shredder121

When the battle finally begins, the Ōtsutsuki forces, including Ishiki, show surprising strength. The shinobi are taken aback by the level of power they're facing, but they chalk it up to the Ōtsutsuki's natural ability to evolve and grow stronger.

As Naruto and Sasuke fight their way through the Ōtsutsuki ranks, they face overwhelming strength, and their confidence starts to waver as they struggle to hold their ground. The Kage and other allies fight valiantly, but the growing power of the Ōtsutsuki forces seems almost limitless.

When the battle ends, the victorious shinobi can only wonder at the Ōtsutsuki's power. They can only attribute the unexpected strength to the usual Ōtsutsuki evolution and the belief that Ishiki's team has reached a new level. They don't understand the hidden truth—that the Brown Zetsu were covertly placed among the team, raising its strength significantly.

The truth about the Brown Zetsu's presence and their evolution will remain a secret, and the shinobi will continue to believe that the Ōtsutsuki simply grow stronger with each passing moment. No one will ever uncover the manipulation and deception behind the scenes, and Kaguya's influence will remain a silent force, shaping the world in ways they cannot yet comprehend.

For now, the ninja world will continue to prepare for the inevitable showdown with Ishiki, unaware of the hidden dangers lurking just beneath the surface.