Promising the future ahead of time, starting with Naruto

Chapter 254 Kakashi's Sage Mode, Gene Editing

Orochimaru, who had toured the experimental base, was indeed shocked.

He knew that Genichi Kinoshita must be very powerful now, after all, even when Madara Uchiha was resurrected and possessed the Rinnegan, he was still unable to do anything to Konoha.

Then, Genichi Kinoshita resurrected Tobirama Senju and Nawaki through the Rinnegan.

But to everyone's surprise, Genichi under the tree was already so terrifying.

The Sharingan he had always dreamed of could now be mass-produced here, although on the surface it was limited to three tomoe.

But this is only the upper limit for White Zetsu clones.

The new cloning technology can even activate the Rinnegan!
This was what shocked Orochimaru the most.

"They've actually realized all the technologies they envisioned, and the Rinnegan..."

After listening to Kabuto's explanation, Orochimaru asked, "Kabuto, since Genichi can guide clones to awaken the Rinnegan, has he already awakened it himself?"

Kabuto paused for a moment, then shook his head and said, "The clone is able to activate the Rinnegan because it has the necessary conditions, namely Hashirama's cells and Madara Uchiha's cells."

"Of course, there is now an additional set of cells. The specifics are top secret, and I don't know them for the time being. Lord Orochimaru, you will have to ask Genichi about this."

"However, Lord Xuan has never had a cell transplant."

"As far as I know, the Rinnegan that was cultivated was also in the puppet clone, and it has already been transplanted to two children in the village."

Orochimaru's gaze sharpened: "So, those cells came from those two children?"

Dou laughed and said, "I don't know about that, because it hasn't been verified."

Orochimaru already knew the answer and laughed, "In other words, the Rinnegan and the Sharingan are unrelated."

"It seems our previous assumptions were wrong."

"So, what's so special about the First Hokage and Madara Uchiha?"

Dou shook his head: "There's no conclusion on this yet."

This time, he genuinely didn't know; Genichi Shushita had never mentioned this.

After pondering for a moment, Orochimaru asked, "Kabuto, have you completed your first reincarnation?"

Kabuto nodded: "Yes, Lord Orochimaru."

“Master Xuanyi did not restrict me in this aspect, so I chose the strongest Otsutsuki clone.”

"Although it currently only has the Byakugan as its eye technique, it is the strongest physical body and can well support other powerful bloodline limits in the future."

Otsutsuki...

Orochimaru's eyes gleamed with excitement: "The ninja world is really... getting more and more exciting. There are always unexpected things happening."

……

Genichi did indeed go home to take care of his children, leaving Orochimaru under the tree at the experimental base.

It is now February of Konoha Year 56, and Chiki is already one and a half years old.

Even the youngest one, Ye Cangsheng's little Aoba, is almost a year old.

Children grow up so fast. The three little ones can already call out to people clearly. In addition to taking walks with them every day, Genichi Shushita also makes time to play with the three children in the toy room.

Therefore, most of the afternoon after the nap is spent with the children under the tree.

Children have boundless energy and can play from 2 PM to 4 PM without taking a break.

Under the tree, Xuan released the three little ones and their toys, greatly increasing the space for them to play and making the fun even more enjoyable.

Although I was supposed to be with the children, most of the time the three kids were just flying around the room on their own, like fish.

Hearing his son and daughter's laughter, Genichi Shushita felt at ease, and the fatigue and difficulties brought about by cultivation disappeared in an instant.

"Children's happiness is indeed the simplest."

Genichi sighed to himself under the tree.

Meanwhile, the Immortal Mode training ground.

Xuan Yi's clone, suspended in mid-air beneath the tree, suddenly shifted its gaze from Kai to Kakashi: "Is it about to succeed?"

Kakashi's face was now covered in a mask, no longer a result of cell proliferation, but rather a sign of uncontrolled natural energy.

This means effective control over natural energy and magical arts.

A moment later, Kakashi opened his eyes: "Is this Sage Mode?"

"Truly extraordinary!"

He sensed the difference in himself.

Genichi smiled and said, "Congratulations, Kakashi, you've completed Sage Mode."

At this moment, in addition to the blue eyeshadow on his eyelids, Kakashi also had a blue stripe extending from the inner corner of his eye toward his earlobe, forming a "V" shape.

Moreover, the mask was placed perfectly against the edge of Kakashi's mask.

Meanwhile, Kai, who was cultivating on the other side, also stopped his training, looked Kakashi up and down, and then asked in confusion, "Xuan Yi, it seems that you don't have this on your face."

He pointed to the mask on Kakashi's face.

Shuxia Genichi smiled and said, "This is the mask of the immortal mode. The more perfect it is, the less is shown."

"Well... in essence, the appearance of the mask is due to a lack of control over Sage Chakra."

"For example, the Fifth Hokage's mask only has eyeshadow. Kakashi's is already considered quite good."

"As for me, you can think of me as the perfect Sage Mode."

Kai nodded in understanding, then excitedly said to Kakashi, "Kakashi, why don't you try out your Sage Mode?"

"can!"

Kakashi stood up.

So the two of them leaped down from the top of the vine-covered tree, and Genichi followed them down from the air. Looking at the two standing opposite each other, he shouted, "Begin!"

At his command, Kai launched the first attack, unleashing a barrage of punches and kicks.

Kakashi parried and deflected the attacks with both hands, appearing quite relaxed.

Kai suddenly swept his leg down, and Kakashi leaped up, following suit with a downward kick.

Kai, who was prepared, raised his left arm to block, while his right hand was ready to take the opportunity to throw a punch.

However, even with some preparation, Guy was still astonished when Kakashi's leg came crashing down: "Such immense power!"

The movement was distorted, and Kai had to use his right hand to lift Kakashi's leg as well. Even so, the ground beneath their feet still exploded, and their feet sank into the ground.

bang bang bang~
From that moment on, Kai was completely at a disadvantage. Kakashi's strength was too great, which distorted his movements. In just a few rounds, he was kicked away by Kakashi.

"Under normal circumstances, they are no match at all..."

Kai's expression was solemn.

He and Kakashi often sparred in taijutsu, and under normal circumstances, they were about evenly matched, but now he was completely dominating.

"Kakashi, I'm going to try out the Eight Gates!"

Kai said.

Kakashi nodded: "I also want to see the limits of Sage Mode."

Kai immediately opened three doors in one breath, and then with a whoosh, his figure disappeared from the spot.

At this moment, his reaction speed and strength both increased significantly.

However, even in Sage Mode, Kakashi still handled it with ease.

So Guy opened the fourth and fifth gates in succession, finally matching Kakashi's level.

After the battle ended, Kakashi and Kai were both panting heavily.

The former is the deactivation of Sage Mode, and the latter is the closure of the Eight Gates.

Genichi Shushita made an accurate assessment: 4 minutes!

Kakashi's Sage Mode lasted for 4 minutes.

This timeframe is clearly shorter than the duration Naruto maintained in Sage Mode at the beginning of the original timeline.

Of course, Kakashi has only just mastered it and there is still room for improvement.

However, based on Genichi Kinoshita's experience and his assessment of Kakashi's chakra...

Even at his best, Kakashi's Sage Mode would probably only last seven or eight minutes at most.

Of course, the duration of this ability is not fixed and depends on the rate at which Sage Chakra is consumed.

If they unleash a series of powerful attacks, they'll definitely deplete their Sage Chakra very quickly.

However, this already has sufficient combat value.

While they sat down to rest, Genichi said, "Sage Mode not only provides an astonishing boost to strength, but also enhances ninjutsu and genjutsu."

"Furthermore, in Sage Mode, the control over chakra is greatly enhanced."

"Kakashi, you can try developing the Storm Release: Sage Mode."

Kakashi nodded thoughtfully after hearing this.

Kai then leaped up, waving his fist with boundless enthusiasm: "It seems I have to work even harder."

"If I complete the training of Sage Mode, my Eight Gates Formation will become even more powerful."

"Although it's extremely difficult, I will absolutely not give up!"

"A passionate youth knows no giving up!"

Before Genichi could comfort Kai, he had already pumped himself up and scurried up to the top of the vine-covered tree to continue his cultivation in Sage Mode.

Kakashi couldn't help but say, "Guy will definitely become a great ninja."

Is Kai truly great?

Shuxia Xuan nodded: "I'm sure too."

"Oh, that's right..."

Kakashi suddenly scratched his head and then said, "I'm going to marry Rin!"

"Ok?"

Genichiro Shushita paused for a moment before realizing what he meant: "Are you sure?"

"Speaking of which, did he fight Obito?"

Kakashi was even more embarrassed and said speechlessly, "Of course not."

"We've all grown up..."

Upon hearing this, Genichi Shushita couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "Yeah, you're almost 20 years old too."

"Marriage is also a good idea, and it would be best to have several children so that I can personally teach them."

"If you don't have children, wouldn't your bloodline limit be wasted?"

"By the way, how's the Bloodline Elimination going?"

As the topic shifted, Kakashi secretly breathed a sigh of relief: "It feels about right, it should work out."

Shuxia Genichi smiled and said, "Then there's no problem."

Kakashi then changed the subject: "Minato-sensei wants me to be the team leader Jonin, what do you think?"

Genichi Shushita stroked his chin and said, "If I had to say, that would be great. It's good to train students in advance on how to teach them!"

Kakashi sighed, "This seems a bit troublesome!"

Genichi under the tree glanced sideways and said, "You're thinking about how difficult you were back then, aren't you?"

"You guy..."

Kakashi was embarrassed again.

Genichi shrugged: "I learned from you, you sharp-tongued Kakashi."

Beneath the mask, Kakashi's lips twitched involuntarily.

……

At home, Genichi Kinoshita received feedback from his clone's memories during dinner. Feeling a fatherly sense of relief, he said to Tsunade and the others, "Breaking news: Kakashi is getting married too."

Everyone was surprised.

"Is it He Lin?"

"Uzumaki Ina asked."

Shizune laughed, "It must be Rin. I thought Kakashi was a rock!"

Tsunade thought for a moment and said, "I remember, Obito also seemed to like Rin, right?"

Shizune nodded and said in a very gossipy tone, "Obito is pursuing Rin, and Rin is pursuing Kakashi."

Tsunade glanced at Genichi under the tree: "I remember Asuma also pursued Kurenai, right?"

The sudden turn caught both Shizune and Uzumaki Ina off guard.

Holding the child, Yekura laughed and said, "I heard that the Fifth Mizukage has been chasing after us quite closely lately!"

Uzumaki Ina and Shizune exchanged a glance and chuckled to themselves.

Genichi under the tree listened speechlessly.

Go against Tiangang!
Looks like I'll have to teach him a lesson tonight.

"Sigh, what can I say? I'm just too charming."

Genichi sighed under the tree, then looked down at Karin in his arms and asked with a smile, "Isn't that right, Karin?"

Karin nodded repeatedly, "Daddy, you're the best!" Genichi Koushi immediately beamed, "Karin's so good, give me a kiss..."

"Cuckoo~"

night.

When Genichi arrived at the experimental base, Orochimaru immediately asked, "Genichi-kun, shouldn't the Rinnegan be connected to the Ten-Tails' husk, the Gedo Mazo?"

Shuxia Gen nodded: "Senior also wants to study the Outer Path Demon Statue?"

Orochimaru made no attempt to hide his ambition: "Based on the information we have so far, the Ten-Tails is the most crucial link."

"Xuan Yi-kun, you should be able to take it, right? Because of other ninja villages? This doesn't seem like you!"

Genichi Shushita shook his head: "According to the information I have, the moon was created by the Sage of Six Paths when he sealed the Ten-Tails."

"A powerful consciousness is still sealed within the moon."

"The Demonic Statue of the Outer Path is not so easy to control."

Orochimaru was taken aback, then nodded: "I see."

"So, Madara Uchiha was... just a pawn?"

Shuxia Xuanyi said, "That's how it is for now."

Orochimaru, somewhat unsure of Genichi Kinoshita's purpose, quickly changed the subject: "I heard from Kabuto that you want to further research gene-editing technology?"

Shuxia Xuan nodded: "This is a very promising direction. Although the current cloning technology is already very advanced, it has great limitations."

"Especially the uncertainty of gene mutations."

"Mastering gene editing technology..."

Shuxia Gen paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Perhaps in the future, bloodline limits won't need to be cultivated by oneself, nor will they need to rely on techniques like the Reincarnation of the Corpse to obtain them. They can be obtained directly through gene editing."

Orochimaru stuck out his tongue: "A very surprising idea, and indeed very interesting."

Mass-produced bloodline limit ninjas?
It’s unimaginable!
But is it even possible?

Orochimaru possessed an immense amount of knowledge, and after a moment's thought, he realized that this was a very, very bright and promising direction.

The possibility of it happening is extremely high.

but……

Orochimaru looked at Genichi under the tree and said meaningfully, "This requires an extremely thorough understanding of human genes."

"To achieve this, we would probably need a very, very large number of human gene samples and to conduct in-depth research on them."

Genichi Shushita was prepared: "Isn't cloning technology just the right thing to do?"

"Furthermore, with cloning technology, we can even create our own samples for research."

“And collecting human, or rather ninja, genetic samples is not that difficult.”

"Once all the ninja villages are unified, they can be collected in a single physical examination."

Orochimaru chuckled: "I've joined this project."

Genichi smiled and said, "The development of gene editing is mainly led by you and Kabuto, while the Second Hokage and I are more skilled in the development of ninjutsu."

"Xuan Yi Jun, you are too modest."

Orochimaru didn't believe a single word of it.

That evening, Genichi Kinoshita and Orochimaru finalized their research plan for gene editing.

The first thing to do is to have a sufficient number of gene samples.

After discussing it, the two decided that the collection of samples and the most basic research on the genetic map could be carried out at Konoha Hospital.

Meanwhile, the collection of gene samples can also rely on Konoha Hospital, starting from Konoha itself.

Then it gradually spread to cover the entire Land of Fire.

Although the genetic samples are mainly from ninjas, it cannot be said that the more samples from ordinary people, the better.

The plan was submitted to the Hokage's office the following day.

Xiao Nan, who was assisting, was the first to read the document, and then she was stunned into silence.

This was crazy to her.

Minami then handed the document to Minato Namikaze.

Even Minato Namikaze felt a chill run down his spine after reading it.

Konan couldn't help but ask, "Fifth Generation, is this idea even possible?"

“Although Xuan Yi… this is also…”

For a moment, she didn't know how to describe it.

Minato Namikaze also thought it was crazy, but now the things inside the experimental base are also crazy.

So, after thinking for a moment, he signed the word "agree".

Xiao Nan took a deep breath and said, "Such a plan would probably put a lot of pressure on the finances."

Minato Namikaze nodded in acknowledgment, but then added, "The hospital plans to use some of its findings against noble ministers, which is expected to generate substantial revenue."

Current cloning technology is quite mature, and it is entirely possible to perform targeted cloning of limbs and organs for transplantation without the need for white blood cell base.

Even if the white blood cells spread, it's not a very important thing.

After all, without the addition of interstitial cells, ordinary white blood cells are not that powerful.

Minato Namikaze believed that if organ transplants could extend one's life by several years, or even more than a decade, the wealthy people of Daimyofu would certainly not be stingy with the money.

Minato Namikaze even planned to make a quick buck from Kumogakure and Iwagakure.

These two ninja villages must have quite a few ninjas missing limbs...

As for aiding the enemy.

It's not that Minato Namikaze has become arrogant; the Hidden Cloud Village and the Hidden Stone Village are no longer worthy of his being considered enemies.

Only Madara Uchiha, the Ten-Tails, and the Otsutsuki of the moon are qualified!

……

Several days passed in the blink of an eye, and on this day, Genichi under the tree received an order from Minato Namikaze.

Edo Tensei Nagato!

Konan personally delivered the instruction, explaining, "Because the connections with the Land of Grass, the Land of Wind, the Land of Fire, and the Land of Rivers are becoming increasingly close, the Land of Rain has undergone tremendous changes, becoming a core area for exchanges between these countries. Iwagakure and Kumogakure are becoming increasingly uneasy and are taking more and more actions."

"Currently, the leader of Amegakure, Black Rain, lacks sufficient means, so we need a strong force to govern the Land of Rain. The Fifth Hokage thinks Nagato is the most suitable."

Genichi Shushita asked, "What's your opinion?"

Konan said expressionlessly, "I think the Fifth Hokage's considerations are correct."

"It wouldn't be difficult for me to suppress the situation in the Land of Rain with my strength, but as a former member of the Akatsuki organization, I would inevitably attract Madara Uchiha's attention, so Nagato is the most suitable."

Shuxia Xuan nodded: "In that case, there is no problem."

He took Xiao Nan outside and summoned two coffins.

“Madara Uchiha also knew the Impure World Reincarnation technique, so to avoid being controlled by him, we bound Nagato and the others’ souls in the Impure World bodies a long time ago.”

Genichi Shushita offered an explanation.

Then the coffin lid fell down, and two figures walked out.

Xiao Nan was stunned.

"Xiao Nan..."

"Konan, Nagato?"

"And also, you are... Xuan Yi?"

Nagato saw that Genichi under the tree had already understood the situation, while Yahiko on the side was confused.

"Yahiko~"

Konan's eyes reddened, her voice trembled with tears, and then she threw herself into Yahiko's arms.

Genichi and Nagato walked to the side to talk, without disturbing the two.

After a short while, Yahiko and Konan arrived together.

"Xuan Yi, thank you!"

Yahiko sincerely thanked Genichi under the tree.

Genichi Shushita smiled and said, "No need to be so polite, we are friends too."

"The Land of Rain still needs your help. After the war ends, I will try to revive you."

Nagato said, "The price of the Rinnegan is too high; you don't need to make such a promise."

"Leave the affairs of the Land of Rain to us."

Yahiko wasn't entirely clear on the situation, but he immediately echoed Nagato, "We believe you!"

Genichi Shushita laughed heartily: "It's decided then."

"Xiao Nan will tell you the details. I won't disturb your reminiscing."

After saying that, Xuan Yi disappeared from the spot under the tree.

If you want a horse to run, you have to feed it grass.

Genichi under the tree not only feeds the grass, but also makes grand promises.

Moreover, he can make flatbread.

For him, reviving Yahiko and Nagato was not a difficult task.

The reason for not reviving them now... is because it's too much trouble.

What if Yahiko and Nagato get killed again?

Moreover, to revive Nagato, we'd have to give him eyes.

Most importantly, the Edo Tensei state is the best for Ushi no Ma!
After parting ways with Konan and the others, Genichi Kinoshita did not go home, but instead went to find Obito Uchiha.

This guy went on a mission a few days ago.

"Xuan Yi, why are you here?"

Obito Uchiha found the appearance of Genichi Kinoshita very strange.

"I rarely come to your door, aren't you going to invite me for tea?"

"Under the tree, Genichi joked."

"There's no tea, only water."

Obito Uchiha let Genichi Kishita in.

After pouring himself a glass of water and sitting down, Obito Uchiha asked, "You're always so busy, what brings you here all of a sudden? Is there some special mission?"

"The limit of blood inheritance?"

Genichi Shushita smiled and said, "You yourself are a Jonin, capable of reading the 'Bloodline Essentials,' why do you need me to issue missions?"

Obito Uchiha scratched his head: "That's true."

Genichi Shushita took a sip of water, put down his cup, and said with a smile, "Kakashi is going to marry Rin, you know that, right?"

Obito Uchiha's expression stiffened for a moment, then he nodded: "Rin told me that this is her choice, and I respect it and will sincerely wish them well."

After saying that, he looked up at Xuan Yi under the tree and said angrily, "Hey, Xuan Yi, you don't think I'm going to cause trouble, do you?"

Genichi shrugged: "You said it yourself, I don't think so."

Uchiha, looking rather rustic, glared at him and said, "Damn you! If I could beat you, I would definitely teach you a lesson!"

Genichi under the tree couldn't help but burst into laughter.

After stopping for a while, he looked at the sulking Obito Uchiha and said, "You've matured a lot!"

Obito Uchiha scoffed, "Hey, we're about the same age, don't act like a senior."

"But, you didn't come here just for this, did you?"

Xuan Yi said from under the tree, "Of course it's not because of such a trivial matter."

"It's been a long time since we've seen each other, let's lighten the mood!"

Obito Uchiha just wanted to roll his eyes.

Genichiro's expression turned serious as he said, "Obito, you should know that I also have the Mangekyou Sharingan, right?"

Obito Uchiha asked blankly, "Mangekyou... Genichi, when did you awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan?"

Genichi Kishita sighed, then, too lazy to explain, asked directly, "I have a way to help you advance your Sharingan, um, it's different from the way your Uchiha clan advances."

Obito Uchiha jumped to his feet in shock: "R-really?"

Shuxia Xuan nodded, the Yin seal mark on his forehead cracked open, revealing the Mangekyou Sharingan: "These are the eyes that Langyi left me."

Obito Uchiha's eyes widened: "Really..."

"I...of course I'd like to!"

"But how do we do it?"

Obito Uchiha was somewhat excited.

"Come with me!"

Xuanqi stood up from under the tree.

(End of this chapter)