From Naruto onwards, I've become a dreamer.

Chapter 292 So, what is the price?

"what?!"

Uesugi Kotsugi, who had been in a daze, immediately regained his senses, and a terrifying killing intent erupted from his eyes.

In an instant, the already chilly streets of Tokyo after nightfall seemed to be covered by layers of frost, and a terrifying aura, like that of an abyss, enveloped the entire long street.

The hard road surface groaned, as if it could no longer bear the weight and was crumbling and breaking apart inch by inch.

Centered on Uesugi Koshi, the ground around him collapsed at a visible speed under the pressure of some kind of gravity, and jagged cracks, like a dense spider web, spread further and further away.

In that instant, the Shadow Emperor Uesugi Kotsugu, like an awakened evil dragon, unleashed a savage killing intent.

"Not long to live? What happened?"

In a moment of desperation, Uesugi Kotetsu grabbed Munezuki's shoulders again.

His strength was so great that the black-haired boy's shoulder blades cracked.

"Mr. Uesugi Kotsushi, have you ever heard of an old proverb?"

At this moment, Zong Yue revealed a devilish smile, as if a fish that had been waiting for a long time had finally taken the bait: "Every gift of fate has a price marked in secret. If you want to change a 'destined fate,' what price are you willing to pay?"

Upon hearing the black-haired boy's words, Uesugi Kotsushi was immediately stunned.

But soon he understood what the boy meant; it was a very obvious 'bait,' but he had no other choice.

If he hadn't known about this, he might have had fewer concerns. But now that he knows he's not alone, that there are three other bloodlines in the world facing some kind of danger, Uesugi Etsushi admits he can't choose to stay out of it.

How can I be sure you're not lying to me?

Uesugi took a deep breath and stared intently at the black-haired boy.

He wasn't sure if the black-haired boy's words were true. After all, although he had donated sperm back then, it was still somewhat unbelievable that two sons and a daughter would suddenly appear decades later.

“That makes sense. So, how do you think we can believe it?” Zong Yue nodded in agreement and asked for his thoughts.

"A name! Give me a name!"

Uesugi Koshi lowered his voice, but he knew that this request might not be granted, so he added, "At least one of them, let me be sure if he has my bloodline, then I will trust you."

"Hmm, that's a good idea."

Zong Yue stared at him with a half-smile and said calmly, "With your influence in the Snake Clan, if I give you a name, I'm sure you can quickly follow the clues and find the remaining two people, right?"

This is no exaggeration; although the legendary actor Uesugi Koshi has retired, his influence remains strong.

In short, not only Japan, but even Europe will be shaken. Finding the three people is only a matter of time, unless they are in some remote corner of the world.

"You don't have to give it to me."

Uesugi Kotsugi, whose thoughts had been exposed, remained expressionless and showed no sign of panic. He looked directly into the black-haired boy's eyes and said, "But do you think it's possible for me to believe you based on just a few words?"

Ultimately, no matter how secretive something is, there will always be omissions; anything that has ever existed will inevitably leave a trace.

As long as we follow the clue of the organization where he donated his sperm back then, we will find it sooner or later.

The only problem that's worth worrying about is 'time'!
That's why Uesugi Kotetsu didn't turn away, but patiently negotiated with the black-haired boy.

"That makes sense, I agree with you."

Zongyue smiled and nodded slightly. Under Uesugi Yue's expectant gaze, she said calmly, "However, it's not one name, but three names."

Then, before Uesugi Koshi could react, he said in turn, "Genjiro, Genjiro, and Uesugi Erii. Oh, no, Genjiro has changed her name to Kazama Ruri. She serves the Oni Clan and her code name is 'Dragon King.' As for the other two, you should be able to guess where they are from their surnames, right?"

“The Minamoto clan. The Uesugi clan.” Uesugi Koshi was stunned. The Minamoto and Uesugi clans were undoubtedly both members of the Snake-Headed Eight Families.

Moreover, he never expected that the other party would directly state three names without any intention of hiding anything.

"Eri, Erii." He kept repeating the name like a rusty machine, his wrinkled face showing genuine joy, and he asked nervously, "How old is she? Does she look like me? How is she doing?"

"Twenty-one years old, doesn't look like you, very beautiful."

Zongyue paused for a moment and said, "It's a pity that he inherited the bloodline of the 'Emperor' and couldn't control the power of words with his own will. He was closely monitored by the Snake Clan and his life was barely passable."

Uesugi Kotsushi was stunned for a moment, then revealed a bitter expression: "It is all my wrong emperor's bloodline, it should not have been passed down."

"Would you like to hear the story of Genjiro and Genjiro?" Zongyue asked calmly.

".Say it."

Uesugi seemed to be under immense pressure, his body gradually hunching over. Although he had a general idea of ​​what had happened, he still wanted to hear what exactly had occurred.

“Genjiro’s bloodline was too pure, and she gradually turned towards the ‘dragon’ side.” At this point, Zongyue glanced at Uesugi Kotetsu, whose expression grew even more sorrowful, and continued, “Under the corrosive influence of the dragon’s blood, Genjiro was eventually executed by Genjiro himself for murder, and his body was thrown into a well.”

"Executed. He was killed?!"

Uesugi Koshi was shocked and couldn't help but open his mouth wide: "And then what happened?"

"Later, Genji was resurrected, but she was no longer Genji, but the Dragon King Kazama Ruri of the Demon Clan," Zongyue said.

Hearing his own flesh and blood kill each other and go down completely different paths, Uesugi Kotsushi felt heartbroken, and a trace of pain appeared in his eyes.

After a moment, he said in a hoarse, low voice, "You've told me all their names, aren't you afraid I'll go back on my word?"

"If 'predestined fate' were so easily changed."

Zong Yue paused deliberately for half a second, then said in a playful tone, "I'm really looking forward to such a 'miracle' happening."

Uesugi Koshi frowned, a hint of doubt naturally showing: "If I return to the Snake Clan and gather the eight great families in the name of the Shadow Emperor, along with Kassel, putting aside everything else, even if the Dragon King really does resurrect, we can still put up a fight. Can't we change our fate?"

"You can try."

Zong Yue raised an eyebrow and gestured for him to enter.

In the world of dragons, destiny is not so simple and can not be easily changed. The high and mighty 'Black King', the 'Odin' lurking in the shadows, and even the 'White King' who died tens of millions of years ago but has been influencing the fate of the eight Serpent Clans for generations, are not mere mortals who can pry open the thread of destiny.

Most importantly, if he doesn't allow it, then fate cannot be altered.

Looking at the black-haired boy's calm and composed expression, Uesugi Etsushi's confidence gradually disappeared, replaced by a heavy gloom.

After a long silence, Uesugi Kotsushi finally gave up and sighed, "Tell me, what do you want me to do?"

"It's very simple."

Zong Yue took out a medicine bottle containing fresh blood from the inside pocket of his black suit jacket and handed it over.

The medicine bottle was about the same size as those used for injections in hospitals. The blood inside was unusually viscous and had a pale golden color. Upon closer inspection, it seemed to be engraved with countless mysterious and three-dimensional runes, which intertwined and extended with each other, creating an indescribable eerie beauty!

Uesugi Kotsushi slowly reached out and took the small medicine bottle, looking up at the black-haired boy: "And then? What do you want me to do?"

"Drink it before you die."

Zongyue looked at Uesugi Yue and said calmly, "This is the price you have to pay."

(End of this chapter)