Naruto: Fusion of Multiverse Character Templates

Chapter 145 Konan and Yahiko's Strength Surges (First and Second Updates)

After making up his mind, Xia Mu raised his hand.

Blood Curse!

As his ability was activated, the blood within his body was mobilized.

He placed his finger on Xiao Nan's forehead.

A drop of blood welled up from his fingertip.

It looks like a drop of blood, but it is actually highly concentrated blood containing a large amount of chakra.

Xia Mu felt a wave of weakness.

Without changing his expression, he manipulated the blood to seep into Xiao Nan's forehead.

Xiao Nan blinked, but didn't feel any pain.

She just felt that something had increased in her blood.

Soon, she noticed the changes in her body.

Her body was being transformed, and an unusual power flowed through her blood to her limbs.

Xiao Nan clenched her fists.

This is not an illusion.

Her power did indeed increase.

Her health was not very good due to the war.

But after accepting the blood curse, her body recovered and even surpassed that of an average Chunin.

With a thought, Xia Mu released his chakra, which circulated within her body.

He thought to himself, "Just as I suspected."

Although Xiao Nan's body has changed, she doesn't look much different.

Just like after he obtained the Kibutsuji Muzan template, there was no change in his appearance.

This means that, like him, Konan needs to rely on demon transformation and blood demon magic to unleash the power of a demon.

Just then, a line of text appeared before Xia Mu's eyes.

Xiao Nan has been transformed; you can view her attributes.

Xia Mu couldn't help but let out a soft "hmm".

Is there really such a function?

[Name: Xiaonan. 】

[Race: Human, Oni.]

[Ability 1: Half-Demon Transformation, Not Yet Unlocked.]

[Effect: Half-human, half-ghost, increases attack, speed, and regeneration.]

[Unlock condition: Self-discovery.]

[Ability 2: Complete demon transformation, not yet unlocked.]

[Effect: Completely transforms into a ghost, further increasing attack, speed, and regeneration abilities, but also increasing resource consumption.]

[Unlock condition: Self-discovery.]

[Ability 3: Blood Demon Art - Blood Burst, not yet unlocked.]

[Effect: Causes your blood to explode, inflicting a burning sensation.]

[Unlock condition: Self-discovery.]

[Note: You will also obtain the Blood Demon Art: Blood Burst after unlocking it.]

Xia Mu was slightly taken aback after reading it.

Because Konan's abilities seem to be almost exactly the same as those of Kamado Mizuko.

Xia Mu touched his chin.

In Demon Slayer, Kamado Nezuko is transformed from Muzan Kibutsuji's blood.

He has now awakened the template of Kibutsuji Muzan.

Does this mean that the demons he transforms into will randomly generate the abilities of the demons transformed by Muzan Kibutsuji in Demon Slayer?

If that's the case, it's not bad; it saves him time.

Xia Mu had previously thought that he needed to teach the Blood Demon Art to the demons he had transformed into.

It seems that they don't need to be taught; they will naturally grasp the corresponding abilities.

Furthermore, once Konan unlocks the Blood Demon Art: Blood Burst, he can also obtain the Blood Demon Art: Blood Burst.

This is a win-win situation.

I wonder if Xiao Nan can learn any other Blood Demon Techniques besides Blood Demon Technique: Blood Explosion.

After all, the more you learn, the stronger you become.

The only problem is that the unlocking conditions are all learned through self-discovery, which sounds a bit mystical.

Xia Mu still prefers unlocking with conditions, because that gives her a specific direction and she doesn't need to think; she can just unlock according to the conditions.

But there was nothing he could do; he had the system, but Xiao Nan didn't.

"Xiao Nan, how are you feeling?"

Unable to contain his curiosity, Yahiko asked.

"I feel much stronger now."

After a moment's thought, Xiao Nan replied, "Besides that, there's also a feeling that I've vaguely grasped some kind of ability."

"Your feeling is correct."

Xia Mu nodded and said, "You already possess this ability, but you don't know how to use it."

"Then what do I need to do to perform this?"

Xiao Nan quickly asked.

"Get to know your body."

Natsuki replied, "You'll unlock it naturally."

Xiao Nan seemed to be deep in thought.

Although Xia Mu's words were vague, she roughly understood what he meant.

She is not yet qualified to unlock her abilities; she will be able to unlock them once she becomes familiar with them or becomes stronger.

She was already very satisfied.

If her previous strength was that of a newly graduated genin, she can now be considered a fairly strong chunin.

"It's your turn, Yahiko."

Xia Mu raised his hand and said.

Yahiko immediately stood in front of him, his face full of anticipation.

A drop of blood gushed out.

Yahiko's body trembled slightly as he felt his blood rushing through his veins, his body undergoing changes, and a new power emerging.

Xia Mu then opened his panel.

[Name: Yahiko. 】

[Race: Human, Oni.]

[Ability 1: Half-Demon Transformation, Not Yet Unlocked.]

[Effect: Half-human, half-ghost, increases attack, speed, and regeneration.]

[Unlock condition: Self-discovery.]

[Ability 2: Complete demon transformation, not yet unlocked.]

[Effect: Completely transforms into a ghost, further increasing attack, speed, and regeneration abilities, but also increasing resource consumption.]

[Unlock condition: Self-discovery.]

[Ability 3: Blood Demon Art - Ice Crystal, not yet unlocked.]

[Effect: Turns one's own blood into ice crystals. Skin contact with the target will freeze, and inhalation of the ice crystals will cause lung necrosis.]

]

[Unlock condition: Self-discovery.]

[Note: You will also obtain the Blood Demon Art: Ice Crystal after unlocking it.]

Yahiko's awakened Blood Demon Art comes from Doma, one of the Twelve Demon Moons.

Doma's weapons are two fans.

He can wave ice crystals with his fan, which has led to the development of many other abilities.

These abilities are similar to the Ice Release technique in the ninja world.

Most importantly, it can also be used in conjunction with weapons.

After Yahiko learns swordsmanship, he can enhance it using Blood Demon Art: Ice Crystal.

Overall, it's pretty good.

Moreover, with the addition of chakra, it will surpass the original version in effect and power.

After all, the combat power of Demon Slayer is not as high as that of Naruto.

"Alright, you can continue your cultivation."

Natsuki glanced at Chino and Kazeshin and said.

Only through comparison can differences be identified.

Once Yahiko and Konan demonstrate their powerful abilities, they will naturally be tempted.

However, Xia Mu has decided to make them accept less blood.

In Demon Slayer, the twelve demon moons are divided into the upper crescent moon and the lower crescent moon.

The waxing crescent moon is much more powerful and has a higher status than the waning crescent moon.

After all, most of the Lower Moons were killed by Muzan Kibutsuji during meetings.

Xia Mu wasn't that disdainful.

The Akatsuki organization is short-handed right now, so it's quite painful to see one of them die.

Yahiko and Konan are undoubtedly the upper crescent moons.

Chino and Kazeko can only become the waning crescent moon.

After obtaining their new powers, Yahiko and Konan began to research them.

Nagato felt a pang of envy, but he also knew he didn't need that power.

After all, he has the Rinnegan.

The power of demons was of little use to him.

Instead, after transforming into a demon, it inexplicably gained the weakness of being afraid of fire-style techniques.

Theoretically speaking, all living beings are afraid of fire-based techniques.

However, what the system meant by being afraid of fire-style attacks was actually that fire-style attacks could cause multiple times the damage to demons.

When a human is struck by fire, the wound will be burned.

But if a ghost is struck by fire, the wound might be carbonized directly.

Of course, when the power is great enough, there is no difference between multiple damage and single damage.

For example, Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique.

Although it's jokingly said to be invincible, in reality, once it hits a target, the target will turn to ashes.

They've all turned to ashes. Aren't humans and ghosts the same?

That's why Xia Mu felt that the weakness of being afraid of fire-style attacks was still acceptable.

However, facing a fire-style powerhouse of equal strength presents some challenges.

Fortunately, other abilities or ninjutsu can be used to counter it.

The next day arrived.

Kakuzu has made preparations and plans to go to the Land of Demons.

He didn't bring many people, only twelve, which is equivalent to three ninja squads.

However, it really wasn't necessary to bring so many.

After all, Dawn Corporation only has one product right now, which is the Energy Restoration Potion.

The others were brought along simply to serve as branch office employees.

"After you get there, please investigate the situation of the shrine maiden for me."

Xia Mu casually made up an excuse and said, "The shrine maiden has a special status in the Land of Demons, and winning her over would be very helpful."

"That being said, don't get your hopes up too high."

Kakuzu nodded and said.

He had some knowledge of the priestesses of the Land of Demons.

In his view, it was virtually impossible for Xia Mu to gain her support.

However, as an employee, he did not refuse the request.

"In addition, could you also help me find out about the current situation in the Land of Snow?"

Xia Mu didn't elaborate further, and then said, "The Snow Country will be Dawn Corporation's next target."

"Isn't the Land of Snow too remote?"

Kakuzu asked, puzzled.

"The more remote the location, the better for us."

Xia Mu chuckled and said, "We can avoid being detected by the five great nations and still control the Snow Country."

"So that's what you were planning."

Kakuzu's gaze sharpened slightly as he asked, "Is this Konoha's intention?"

"That's what I meant."

Xia Mu shook his head and said.

Kakuzu was somewhat surprised upon hearing this.

Could it be that Natsuki intends to defect from Konoha? Or is he preparing a way out for himself in case of unforeseen circumstances?

Kakuzu felt the latter possibility was more likely.

Competition exists within each ninja village, especially fierce competition for the position of Kage or leader.

Life-threatening incidents are common.

He was expelled from Takigakure Village for similar reasons.

"I'll be going now. I'll send someone to let you know once the branch office is set up."

After Kakuzu finished speaking, he left with the others.

Xia Mu looked at them and suddenly thought of something.

Dawn Corporation needs to add new businesses.

Although the Energy Restoration Potion is profitable, it involves Hero's Water, which means its production is destined to be limited.

Moreover, the ultimate goal of the Akatsuki organization is to rebuild the Land of Rain.

One potion of energy recovery is not enough.

The question is, what should we choose for our next business?

Blue and red healing potions definitely won't work.

After all, he had already cooperated with Konoha Village.

Xia Mu raised his head and looked at the endless rain in the Land of Rain.

Rainwater is undoubtedly a resource.

However, the Land of Rain and Amegakure were unable to be developed due to the limitations of the era.

But Xia Mu is different.

He possessed a great deal of knowledge from his past life.

In an instant, he thought of two industries.

One is hydropower, and the other is drinking water.

The ninja world has electricity, and hydroelectricity is useful.

For drinking water, rainwater harvesting and purification systems are needed.

Of course, water and electricity also need their own installations.

In addition, transportation must also be considered.

After all, the Land of Rain doesn't need that much water and electricity; it has to be transported to other countries.

After thinking for a moment, Xia Mu thought of another industry: agriculture.

While this kind of rainy weather is not suitable for growing most crops, some crops do require this kind of climate.

For example, bananas and coffee.

Moreover, this is the ninja world, where chakra is the primary productive force.

He can use chakra to solve the problem of insufficient sunlight.

Of course, none of this can be achieved overnight.

Because there are so few devices and equipment in the ninja world, they often have to rely on self-development.

Once Natsuki thought about it, he realized that taking over the Land of Snow was essential.

Because the Land of Snow has a lot of advanced technology, such as railways, chakra armor, and environmental modification machines.

Especially environmental modification machines.

It can transform a frozen wasteland into a place where spring is in full bloom.

Although it is an unfinished product.

Xia Mu's thoughts wandered, and he came up with another industry: mining.

There are quite a few mines in the ninja world.

For example, gold mines.

In the original work, Raiga Kurosuki, one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, went to the Land of Rivers and occupied a gold mine after defecting.

Xia Mu could even become a miner like Luo Sha.

His electromagnetic force can dig out all the iron sand in the vicinity.

But—there's no need.

Given his status, being a miner would be a waste of his time.

Xia Mu put aside his jumbled thoughts and finally decided to start with water and electricity.

The Land of Rain lacks everything except water.

Moreover, with more electricity, one can continue to study computers and the Internet.

The Misaka Mikoto template has a hacking ability that requires an internet connection to unlock.

"Chino."

Xia Mu snapped out of his daze and called out.

"Natsuki-sama."

Chino quickly walked up to her.

"Have the Daimyo of the Land of Rain recruit some researchers."

Xia Mu said directly, "Also, have him prepare another research building near the orphanage."

The benefits of controlling the daimyo of the Land of Rain became apparent.

The Akatsuki organization can utilize the resources and talent of the entire Land of Rain.

Although there may not be many talented people, we can still find some if we look around.

"Yes, Natsuki-sama."

Chino didn't ask any further questions and turned to head towards the Daimyo's residence.

Although the Land of Rain is now in ruins, at least it is in a peaceful environment.

Once the daimyo of the Land of Rain issued the order, the entire Land of Rain was quickly notified.

Researchers, who were already struggling to survive, responded enthusiastically and flocked to the metropolis of the Rain Country.

A month later, Dawn Company's research and development department was successfully established.

The only thing that Xia Mu found regrettable was that these researchers were not very skilled.

Highly skilled researchers either died in the war or fled to other countries.

The remaining researchers are those who are unable to abscond.

Many people have even changed careers.

They wouldn't have come if the Daimyo of the Land of Rain hadn't offered such generous terms.

Xia Mu thought to himself that if Orochimaru could come and take charge of the research work, it would definitely shorten the time considerably.

But it's obvious he couldn't possibly have come to the Land of Rain.

It seems there's only one option left: to kidnap people from other countries.

In addition to Dawn Corporation's research department, a branch office in the Land of Demons was also successfully established.

However, the investigations into the Land of Demons and the Land of Snow have not yet yielded results.

Akatsuki's intelligence network was ultimately too small, so they had to rely on Kakuzu.

He's busy with branch office matters, so he can't speed things up.

Xia Mu wasn't in a hurry.

After all, there's still plenty of time.

In December, Natsuki returned to Konoha Village.

Perhaps because it was close to the New Year, the streets of Konoha Village were much more crowded, and there were some unfamiliar faces.

After thinking for a moment, Xia Mu went to Konoha Hospital.

Since Pharmacist Nonou became the attending physician, he hasn't been to her office yet.

Xia Mu quickly found her office.

There is a brief introduction of her on the wall to the left of the entrance.

It says on it that he is Tsunade's student and the youngest medical jonin at Konoha Hospital.

Xia Mu raised an eyebrow.

With this sentence added, Pharmacist Nonou will probably have quite a few patients.

After all, if something happens, Tsunade can be called over.

Xia Mu first used electromagnetic wave induction to confirm that there was no one else in the office before raising his hand to knock on the door.

"Come in."

Yakushi Nonou's somewhat calm voice rang out.

Xia Mu pushed open the door and walked in.

"Natsuki?"

Yakushi Nonou stood up, somewhat surprised, and asked, "When did you get back?"

"I just got back and came to see you."

Xia Mu casually closed the door and said, "You seem really busy these days."

"I am quite busy."

Yakushi Nonou said softly, "But I can accept it, and my strength is increasing rapidly."

Xia Mu inexplicably recalled a saying: the more people a doctor kills, the more skilled he is.

Yakushi Nonou walked up to him and sat down next to him.

She met Xia Mu's gaze, tilted her head, and asked, "What are you thinking about?"

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"It's nothing."

Looking into her gentle eyes, Xia Mu suggested, "I think you could find a deputy."

"I'm too young; it won't be easy for me to find a deputy."

Yakushi Nonou shook her head and said.

"Why is it not easy?"

Xia Mu asked, puzzled, "Does finding a deputy necessarily mean finding someone younger than you?"

"That's generally how it is."

Pharmacist Nonou explained, "Because the assistants they find are often their students."

"Students? That's definitely harder to find."

Xia Mu nodded thoughtfully.

Finding students cannot be done hastily.

However, medical ninjas are already few in number, and medical geniuses with names and identities are even rarer.

Xia Mu could only think of two: Shizune and Haruno Sakura.

Sakura Haruno is too far removed from the present, so silence is a more suitable option.

However, she is too young to become a deputy at the moment; we can consider it once she enrolls in school.

"It's just a bit troublesome on a regular basis."

Pharmacist Nonou added, "There is still an assistant during surgery."

"Um."

Xia Mu glanced at the clock on the wall and asked, "What time do you get off work?"

"Now."

Yakushi Nonou immediately said.

"Let's go then."

Xia Mu smiled, stood up, and said.

Yakushi Nono responded.

After leaving Konoha Hospital, she stepped forward and hugged his arm.

Xia Mu immediately felt a softness coming from his arm.

He glanced at Yakushi Nono and then headed towards the Senju clan's encampment.