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Chapter 177 Tailed Beast Splitting! (10,000-word update, please subscribe and vote!)

October of Konoha 45.

The experimental base in the Daimyo's Mansion of the Land of Fire.

As Hoshino Shuichi was packing up his experimental equipment, he looked at Yekura, who had removed her mask and was showing her bare back, and asked, "Aren't you really coming back to Konoha with me for the New Year?"

Ye Cang shook his head: "This place also needs someone to guard it, and the daimyo has already selected someone."

It's so awkward for a former Sand Ninja to go to Konoha.

Especially now that Konoha and Sunagakure have formed an alliance.

Hoshino Hideichi didn't press the matter and nodded, saying, "You can also find some people to train."

Ye Cang nodded: "Yes, Master Xiuichi!"

After tidying everything up, Hoshino Shuichi stepped forward and hugged Yekura, gently stroking her smooth, beautiful back, and whispered in her ear, "Be a good girl and wait for me to grow up!"

Feeling as if electrocuted, Yekura instinctively replied, "Yes, Lord Shuichi!"

The next moment, her pretty face turned bright red, and her body froze.

Hoshita Shuichi chuckled softly and disappeared.

Coming to her senses, Yecang couldn't help but grit her teeth: "That despicable guy, that lecherous brat..."

Although he was cursing, a strange feeling was spreading in his heart, making Ye Cang feel extremely ashamed.

……

When Hoshino returned to his home in Konoha, he became very serious.

After admiring Asuka's busy figure in the kitchen, he went to the study and focused his attention on the word tree.

The entry for "[Envoy of Time and Space]" can finally be activated.

The leaves of the entry are lit up, and the entry's effect takes effect.

Space-time talent increased by 100%, physique increased by 100% (without a strong physique, how can one perform long-distance space-time travel?)

My whole body felt warm and comfortable, my physical condition was elevated again, and the sensations became clearer.

However, Hoshino Shuichi's gaze remained fixed on the term tree.

A new gray-white word leaf appears.

Entry: Lord of Space and Time

Acquisition Requirements: Develop at least one S-rank space-time ninjutsu.

Entry effect: Space-time talent increased by 100%, mental strength increased by 100%, nerve reaction speed increased by 100%, physique increased by 100%; as the master of space-time, it is only natural for you to freely travel through space-time.

Another entry related to spacetime, and it looks incredibly powerful!

But S-rank space-time ninjutsu...

Hoshita Shuichi couldn't help but scratch his head.

Okay, let's take a look at another long-awaited entry first!

[Academic genius]!

With the acquisition of the term "Messenger of Time and Space," we can finally unlock this important term.

Hoshino Shizuka made a choice to light it up with great anticipation.

Ten times faster thinking speed, 100% improvement in comprehension, and 100% improvement in physical fitness; you are already a god in the field of learning, and gods are omnipotent, so what is there that you can't learn? As long as it appears before you, there is nothing!

A warm current surged through his body. Hoshino Shuichi was already used to the tingling sensation brought about by the improvement in his physique. He opened his eyes, took the scroll belonging to the Impure World Reincarnation, and opened it.

"what?"

"It's pretty simple!"

"Furthermore, I can add my Fire Nether Lock to enhance the binding force, so I won't need to rely on Hashirama's cells."

Hoshino Shuichi felt like he had developed a brain, and it wasn't just about the Impure World Reincarnation technique.

Although academic geniuses are only geniuses in academics, their improvement in comprehension is real and substantial.

Comprehension is not limited to learning.

Learning also lays the foundation for innovation; only with a sufficient foundation can a solid high-rise building be constructed.

This is why Hoshino Shuichi always makes as much preparation as possible before activating "A Flash of Inspiration".

Innovation cannot be a castle in the air!

"The One-Tailed Fox's Magnet Release isn't that difficult!"

"Hmm, manipulating electric current to create an electric field, and then resonating with a magnetic field... it seems that electromagnetism isn't particularly difficult."

His thoughts raced at breakneck speed; if it weren't for the chakra protection provided by the Hundred Healings Technique, Hoshino Shuichi's brain would already be smoking.

After a moment, Hoshino Shuichi collected his thoughts and slowed down his mental processing speed: "My foundation is not enough, and my knowledge is not broad or deep enough."

"The Book of Seals..."

Hoshita Shuichi looked toward the Hokage Building.

Once Minato Namikaze takes over, he'll definitely have to go through the Book of Seals once and for all.

"And those ninja clans... I wonder if there's any way to trade their secret ninjutsu with them. It seems a bit difficult, since it's the foundation of their livelihood."

Hoshino Shuichi has a big appetite.

Those who play with insects or dogs are out of the question, but Mind Transfer, Shadow Technique, and Akimichi's Yang Release are still worth studying, as they can help improve one's knowledge of Yin Release and Yang Release.

"However, it doesn't necessarily have to be a transaction. Once you analyze the basic principles, it's not too difficult to learn... especially since I've actually already mastered a shadow technique."

Hideichi Hoshino was deep in thought.

At that moment, Shukaku, sealed within, looked up: "You stinky monkey, can you feel it?"

Sun Wukong looked up, his gaze grave: "This guy... his seal has gotten stronger!"

Shukaku said, "His strength has increased a lot all of a sudden, and he should be on par with me now."

"Is this really a human?"

"He's a complete freak, a monster!"

Because of the two seals, they could not clearly sense the outside world, but they could still sense some of Hoshino Shuichi's situation.

This time, the rapid improvement and enhanced sealing power made the effect exceptionally noticeable.

……

As the New Year approaches, even the pace of war has slowed down.

However, Hoshino Shuichi became increasingly busy, and he only attended one gathering with Kakashi and Guy.

Because of the activation of the "Academic Prodigy" entry, research on White Zetsu and Hashirama cells has progressed rapidly. Therefore, apart from daily physical training, Hoshino Shuichi's main body stays at the experimental base.

The land of rain.

Danzo stared in shock at the enormous creature that appeared before him: "That is...!"

Once the enormous creature disappeared, he immediately used his teleportation technique to catch up, and then he saw a red-haired youth with peculiar, wavy eyes.

"Those eyes, could they be...?"

Danzo's pupils constricted sharply: "The legendary Rinnegan?"

Meanwhile, Nagato, who was responsible for covering the rear, had already repelled the Root ninja who was impersonating Iwa ninja, and leaped back at lightning speed.

Danzo raised his hand, ordering a halt to the pursuit.

The enormous golem he had just seen gave him an extremely terrifying feeling.

"This Akatsuki organization..."

Danzo narrowed his eyes: "Did Jiraiya take them as his disciples because of the Rinnegan?"

It has to be said that the Rinnegan felt far more powerful to him than the three-tomoe Sharingan.

"This matter requires further consideration!"

A series of thoughts raced through Danzo's mind, and he immediately ordered, "Return to Konoha!"

……

On a bare, towering mountain, Black Zetsu and White Zetsu witnessed the clash between the Akatsuki and Konoha.

"As expected of a descendant of the Senju Uzumaki clan, they've even summoned the Gedo Mazo!"

White Zetsu smiled and said, "In that case, I have much more confidence in collecting the Tailed Beasts."

"However, it seems Nagato doesn't trust us at all!"

"Moreover, the core of this Akatsuki organization is that guy named Yahiko."

Black Zetsu said in a gloomy tone, "Then let him become the next Nohara Rin."

"This Danzo has great ambitions. He even transplanted Hashirama cells and the Sharingan. He should have discovered the Rinnegan by now. It seems we can make use of him."

White Zetsu, who had already named himself Tobi and possessed Obito Uchiha's left eye, said, "Then we must find a suitable opportunity. This time, we absolutely cannot let that Hoshino Shuichi ruin it."

White Zetsu chuckled, "That Hoshino Shuichi probably won't be paying attention to this, will he?"

Hei Jue said, "That's not necessarily true."

"According to the intelligence you've gathered, this Hoshino Shuichi has a conflict with Danzo."

"They'd probably really want to kill him, right?"

"Furthermore, Hoshino Shuichi had previously gathered information on Akatsuki, so his Rinnegan might not have been kept secret."

Ah Fei laughed and said, "Then I'll have to be the one to keep him in check!"

"He has quite a few people he cares about!"

"But we can't be careless. That guy's reaction is too fast; one eye is too slow!"

Black Zetsu thought for a moment and, feeling it was safer, said, "You two can combine your powers then."

"We shouldn't need to fight here."

He already had a plan in mind.

……

Konoha, inside the experimental base.

Hoshita Shuichi couldn't help but sneeze: "Could it be that Yekura is missing me?"

Just then, a hand reached out and touched Hoshino Shuichi's forehead: "Does Shuichi have a cold?"

Shizune asked with a concerned look.

Hoshita Shuichi pondered for a moment seriously: "It must be that you, Shizune, are thinking of me, right?"

Jingyin blushed immediately.

Tsunade, sitting opposite, had a dark expression on her face.

These two brats are showing off their affection right in front of her! How annoying!

"Jingyin, go and get that culture medium quickly."

Tsunade started ordering people around, keeping Shizune extremely busy.

Hoshita Shuichi immediately created a shadow clone to help, and looked at Tsunade opposite him with a smile, "Is Lady Tsunade jealous?"

Tsunade scoffed, "Little brat!"

"Don't get too close to that bastard Jiraiya. If you dare go with him to peep into the hot springs, I'll punch you to death!"

Jiraiya recently returned, but he hasn't changed his ways. Last time, she caught him peeping at the hot spring.

Upon hearing this, Hoshino Hideichi immediately said in a serious tone, "Tsunade, you know me. I'm not that kind of person."

"Besides, none of those people outside are as beautiful as Lady Tsunade and you. They're all just a bunch of ordinary women."

Although she was enjoying being patted, Tsunade still didn't have a good look on her face. She glanced at the busy Shizune and sneered, "You little pervert, you're no better!"

"Don't think I don't know your twisted thoughts. If you dare to bully Shizune, hmph..."

This threat has absolutely no force.

Hoshita Shuichi looked aggrieved: "Tsunade, I just wanted to protect you all, to be together forever."

"Don't be so mushy!"

Tsunade said expressionlessly, "I'm not buying that."

"Also, you should call me Lady Tsunade!"

Hoshita Shuichi declared confidently, "Tsunade, I'm a Jonin now too!"

Tsunade didn't even lift an eyelid: "You're a little brat!"

Hoshita Shuichi retorted, unconvinced: "Tsunade, I'm taller than you!"

Tsunade glanced at her: "But you're still a brat!"

Hoshita Shuichi smiled and said, "Tsunade, I can grow up, you know!"

He's so stubborn!

Hmph, you're bullying me because I'm young now, but wait until later... hehe!

Bickering and busy at the same time, life in the lab is not so boring.

……

Before we knew it, the New Year was approaching, and it was December 29th of Konoha Year 45.

Inside the study.

Hoshino Shuichi sorted out the problem he needed to overcome this time.

The most thorough preparation is the sealing technique.

Secondly, there's Yang Release, or rather, the research on Hashirama Senju's cells.

Next is Magnet Release, but Hoshino Shuichi felt there was no need to waste his "flash of inspiration" time, as he could quickly learn it from One-Tail.

Next is the Xuanpi Ancient Divine Seal, a research project that Xingxia Xiuyi has never given up.

The current Xuanbi Ancient God Seal only amplifies the effects of Fire Release techniques.

What Hoshino Shuichi wants is a comprehensive boost, even to the point of achieving a tailed beast transformation state, that is, like a tailed beast, to absorb natural energy to restore physical strength.

However, the latter has no clue yet. He needs to further study the tailed beast cells and even try to understand and learn from that state by transforming into a tailed beast.

With the term "genius" in the book, there's nothing you can't learn if it's presented to you. The only difficulty is uncovering the secrets and the time it takes to learn them.

……

After carefully reviewing the information, Hoshino Hideichi immediately activated his mental processing speed and focus, and then had a "flash of inspiration".

This moment is divine!

All the difficulties that had previously hindered the Fire Nether Lock to advance further were now insignificant. The research on Spirit Transformation Technique, Soul Imprisonment, Impure World Reincarnation, Reaper Death Seal, the cursed seal on Shukaku, as well as the understanding of the nature of chakra, spiritual power, and spiritual will, all became resources at this moment, allowing for integration and innovation.

Five minutes passed in the blink of an eye.

Splash!

Suddenly, Hoshino Shizuka clasped his hands together, and thick chains roared out from his back, slightly different from the previous Fire Netherworld Chains.

Now it's a chain with a purple base and blue flames wrapped around it.

After further refining the Fire Nether Lock, Hoshino Shuichi did not immediately test it on the Four-Tails and Shukaku within his body, but instead immediately moved on to the next target.

When high-level thinking is at work, 10 minutes feels like a long time.

But for Hoshino Shuichi, 10 minutes is still too short.

He has too many problems to solve.

When the "flash of inspiration" ended, Hoshino Hideichi opened his eyes and let out a long breath.

Touching his burning forehead, Hoshino Shuichi felt mentally exhausted.

A high speed of thinking and a high level of concentration can make "a flash of inspiration" more efficient, but it also puts more pressure on his mind and body.

Fortunately, his physical condition improved with each improvement, becoming comparable to the One-Tailed Beast. His spirit and willpower were also enhanced. In addition, the chakra from the Hundred Healings Technique covered every brain cell. His brain was just a little hot, but it wasn't a big problem.

After getting up and washing his face, Hoshino Shuichi returned to his study and took out a blank scroll.

First, there's the new, improved Fire Nether Lock.

However, before putting pen to paper, Xingxia Xiu paused and smiled to herself: "Let's test the effect first, although there shouldn't be any problems."

Thinking about it, I lowered my eyelids.

At the same time, within the Eight Trigrams Seal, the Fire Nether Locks on the Four-Tailed Fox and Shukaku simultaneously dissipated.

"What happened?"

Shukaku and the Four-Tails were filled with doubt and uncertainty. Unlike before, they did not seize the opportunity to unleash their power and attack the seal. They already had a good understanding of Hoshino Shuichi's strength.

"Is something wrong with this guy?"

The Four-Tails, following the outward flow of its power, attempted to sense Hoshino Shuichi's condition.

But at that moment, chains roared out from underground and bound them once again.

"Um?"

"Something's wrong. The power of the seal has increased again, and..."

Four-Tails looked surprised: "And my mental consciousness has been completely sealed off as well, this guy..."

Shukaku, who had a better understanding of seals, shouted, "This is a seal specifically designed to target the mind, or rather, the soul."

"That brat is up to no good!"

As soon as he finished speaking, two more chains appeared and pierced into the bodies of Shukaku and Yotsuba, respectively.

The next moment, the chain taut, and the Four-Tails roared angrily, "Damn it, this guy's trying to divide us up!"

Shukaku roared angrily, "You brat, what exactly do you want to do?"

Hoshino Hideichi appeared outside the iron cage and laughed, "Of course, I'm here to save you."

"If the nine tailed beasts were to combine, they would probably become the Ten-Tails, right?"

What?

Shukaku and Yotsuba stared at Hoshino Shuichi in shock, forgetting even to struggle.

"How...how do you know about the Ten-Tails?"

"Who exactly are you?"

Shukaku and Yotsuba were both somewhat surprised and uncertain.

The next moment, their souls were extracted from their bodies by Hoshino Shizuka using the Fire Nether Lock.

However, unlike humans, tailed beasts are aggregates of chakra, with their spirit and soul being one. Extracting their soul is essentially splitting their power in two.

But this is just an experiment. As soon as Hoshino Shuichi pulled them out, he released them again, allowing them to merge again.

"Hey, how do you know about the Ten-Tails?"

Four tails asked.

Hoshinoichi dispersed the Fire Nether Locks on the two tailed beasts and said calmly, "The Sage of Six Paths left behind quite a few things; it's not difficult to know them."

"I have another piece of news for you: the legendary Rinnegan of the Sage of Six Paths has appeared in the ninja world."

"That's why I'm dividing you up; otherwise, it would be pointless for me."

Shukaku and the Four-Tails remained silent, and Hoshino Shuichi did not expect that a few words would make them obediently become his little pets.

"I will return half of you to the Iwagakure and Sunagakure ninjas. If you don't want to be captured by the Rinnegan user, then you'd better get along well with the new Jinchuriki."

Hoshino Shuichi then changed the subject: "Of course, although doing that probably wouldn't change the fact that we'd be captured."

Shukaku immediately retorted, "Hey, don't underestimate us!"

Hoshita Shuichi shook his head: "Shukaku, stop being so stubborn. Even in your complete form, you're no match for me, let alone facing the Rinnegan."

"Of course, you can choose not to listen to what I'm saying."

"But time will tell."

After saying that, Hoshino Shizuka disappeared.

After a moment of silence, the Four-Tails asked, "Shukaku, do you believe him?"

Shukaku lay down and said, "Since you know about the Ten-Tails and said the Rinnegan has appeared, it seems there's no mistake."

"You stinky monkey, you haven't forgotten what the old man Rokudo said, have you?"

The Four-Tails snorted softly, "Of course I haven't forgotten. It seems that sentence was referring to the Ten-Tails, wasn't it?"

"That's troublesome... So, should we help him?"

Shukaku pondered for a moment, then scoffed, "This guy can use our power without our permission, so there's no difference at all."

"Let's wait and see, there's still plenty of time!"

(End of this chapter)