Obito's Obsession with the Mystery Book!

At the same time, far across the street, on a building in the distance, a figure observed the events closely.

It was Uchiha Obito, the masked man who had quietly followed Kuzo.

After Kuzo left, Obito quickly found a chance to send White Zetsu—disguised as "Tobi"—to deal with Orochimaru. After changing his outfit, Obito followed Kuzo in secret. He was determined to figure out what ulterior motives this mysterious individual had.

When Kuzo entered the bookstore, Obito's confusion grew.

"Is this guy really here to buy books...?" Obito thought, feeling uncertain. "Or am I overthinking this?"

Obito stayed hidden as he continued watching Kuzo's movements.

After a while, Kuzo left the bookstore, his figure flashing with a Body Flicker Technique, holding a yellow-covered book in his hand.

"Hmm...?" Obito narrowed his eyes beneath his mask, his curiosity piqued. "Is this some kind of special ninjutsu secret scroll?"

Obito couldn't help but wonder what Kuzo was up to. A book that would make someone like Kuzo go out of his way to acquire it couldn't be ordinary. Obito didn't believe it was just any regular book.

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After a time, Obito returned, merged with White Zetsu, and put on his mask once again, assuming the persona of "Tobi" from Akatsuki.

As he completed the transformation, he saw Kuzo coming toward him with Orochimaru in tow.

"Let's go. It's time to return to Rain Shinobi Village," Kuzo said with a calm smile, clearly in a good mood.

Orochimaru didn't object, nodding as he followed. His mind was already occupied with grander plans, leaving no room for distractions.

But Tobi, the masked man, rushed forward excitedly.

"Senior Kuzo! What did you do just now? Was it a date? Did you buy something delicious?!"

Tobi didn't give Kuzo a moment's peace, bombarding him with questions.

Kuzo frowned, clearly annoyed by Tobi's behavior. No wonder someone like Deidara wanted to blow him up every day. He deserved it.

"It's nothing," Kuzo said with a half-smile. "I just bought a book."

Tobi, looking delighted, immediately responded. "A book?! I love reading! What kind of books do you like, Senior Kuzo? Can you show me?"

Kuzo paused before answering. "It's called *The Legend of Strong Perseverance and Ninja*."

"Huh?" Tobi's eyes widened in surprise. "That sounds... familiar."

Kuzo suddenly grinned and pulled two books with brown covers from his robe. On the covers, the words were boldly written:

**"Strong Perseverance Ninja Story: Adventures of the Savior of the Ninja World"**

**Author: Jiraiya**

Tobi froze, his eyes blinking beneath his mask. "???"

The moment Tobi saw the titles, he was speechless. Not only him but even Orochimaru, who was standing nearby, was momentarily stunned.

Wasn't this Jiraiya's infamous *Virgo* novels? The unsellable books in the Ninja world?

Kuzo had such bad taste? He actually enjoyed reading these?

But Kuzo, unfazed by their reactions, simply smiled and shoved the two books into Orochimaru's and Tobi's hands.

"Here, have a discount," Kuzo said with a sly grin. "Twelve taels each. Come on, pay up."

"???"

Orochimaru and Tobi were left bewildered by Kuzo's sudden attempt to sell them the books. Why was he suddenly selling them a book?

They couldn't help but take out twelve taels each, handing the money over to Kuzo.

However, at that very moment, a system prompt sounded in Kuzo's mind.

**"Side mission: Promote Jiraiya's novel *Strong Perseverance Ninja* (2/5) to five ninjas of Jonin-level or above. Two have been completed, but three are still needed. Reward: Unknown."**

Kuzo's smile deepened as he accepted the money. It seemed like this forced sale was actually helping him meet his goal.

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Meanwhile, Obito, who had been observing the exchange, frowned under his mask as he flipped through the book.

Something didn't add up.

He distinctly remembered that Kuzo hadn't been holding this book when he left the store.

Something was off.

Was Kuzo hiding something?

The wheels in Obito's mind started to turn. He became fixated on this yellow book. It seemed too suspicious.

Obito's obsession grew. He decided that once he returned to Rain Shinobi Village, he would send Konan to investigate. He had to uncover the mystery behind this book.

Why did Kuzo go to such lengths to obtain it? What was so special about it?

And why did Kuzo, of all people, appear so interested in such a strange novel?

Obito's mind raced with questions.

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