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Chapter 182 Nine-Tails' Complete Form! (Please subscribe and vote with monthly tickets)

Having determined the directions, Hoshino Shuichi entered a busy mode again, with each shadow clone responsible for one direction, so that Hoshino Shuichi's main body could focus his energy on the research of Hashirama's cells and Asuka's cells.

Time flew by, and March of Konoha Year 46 passed in the blink of an eye.

The wrangling between Konoha, Sunagakure, and Iwagakure continues. Iwagakure is unwilling to give up, and the three sides are still engaging in small-scale clashes in the Land of Rain and the Land of Birds.

After entering April, the intensity of the war began to rise again, and Kakashi, Guy, and others once again stepped onto the battlefield.

Meanwhile, Hoshinoichi, who had been keeping a close eye on the situation in the Land of Rain, also received more and more information about Akatsuki from Sarutobi Shinnosuke.

Or rather, Yahiko and his group were very active, and their fame was growing in the Land of Rain.

But Hoshino Shuichi knew that Akatsuki was about to undergo a dramatic change.

On this day, Hoshita Shuichi, who was conducting research at Orochimaru's experimental base, was suddenly summoned by Orochimaru to meet Danzo.

"I understand, let him wait a bit."

Xingxia Xiuyi said indifferently.

Orochimaru didn't seem to mind, and asked with a smile, "How's the Hashirama cell research going? It seems you really don't plan to transplant them?"

Hoshino Shuichi, busy with his work and without looking up, said, "To obtain the power of Hashirama's cells, transplantation is not always necessary."

As soon as he finished speaking, Orochimaru's gaze sharpened.

Because he sensed that at this moment, Hoshino Shizuka's cellular activity instantly reached an extremely terrifying level.

That immense life force was so similar to Hashirama's cells. Although it was still far inferior to Hashirama's cells, it was the most powerful life force he had ever seen besides Hashirama's cells, even surpassing the Eight-Tails.

"As expected of Shuichi-kun..."

Orochimaru's gaze was intense: "Was it done using pure Yang Release nature transformation?"

Hoshita Hideichi nodded: "Not bad."

"Of course, this requires a huge amount of chakra as a foundation; in other words, it requires a strong physique as a foundation."

"Yes, the change in nature is acquired through the mind and manifested in the body."

Orochimaru couldn't help but exclaim, "Shuichi-kun's grasp of the essence of chakra and ninjutsu is becoming more and more astonishing!"

Unfortunately, even knowing the secret, his chakra was insufficient to sustain it.

In terms of chakra reserves, Jiraiya was the strongest among the Legendary Sannin, followed by Tsunade, and Orochimaru was the weakest.

Of course, Hoshino Shuichi's words were still very useful to him.

So even though Hoshino Shuichi didn't ask, Orochimaru took the initiative to say, "Shuichi-kun, Danzo has fused with Hashirama's cells and the three-tomoe Sharingan; his power shouldn't be underestimated!"

Upon hearing this, Hoshino Hideichi couldn't help but smile: "Thanks for the reminder, I'm really looking forward to it."

……

"You're late!"

Danzo frowned at Hoshinoichi's late arrival.

Hoshino Hideichi chuckled lightly: "I'm extremely busy. You think I can just come and go as I please?"

"Unless you're the Hokage!"

Danzo was instantly enraged.

However, he also knew that the current Hoshino Shuichi was no longer the kid he used to be; his powerful strength was enough to suppress the tailed beasts.

And the network of relationships within Konoha is already unshakeable.

Suppressing his anger, Danzo asked in a cooperative tone, "How is the research on the Tailed Beasts progressing?"

"Rest assured, I will exchange this information for something of equal value."

Hoshino nods in satisfaction upon hearing this.

This is what collaboration should look like!

"None of the experiments in Daming Prefecture were successful. The theory is theory, but there are very few people who meet the requirements."

Hoshita Shuichi revealed the information: "Of course, Kakashi's experiment yielded good results."

"At present, he is the most likely to master the power of the tailed beasts."

Danzo's gaze sharpened: "Kakashi, huh...?"

Xingxia Xiu looked at him and asked, "What's wrong? Have you become interested in Kakashi?"

"It seems all the experiments at the root have failed!"

"Clearly, you haven't grasped the essence of spiritual will yet!"

"A killing machine may be emotionless, but that doesn't mean it has a strong will."

"On the contrary, they are more vulnerable than ordinary people!"

Danzo's face darkened: "You already knew this?"

Hoshino Shuichi nodded honestly: "Of course, the theory comes from me."

He really didn't want to deceive an old man.

Danzo, however, wished he could use his Sharingan to kill this inherently evil brat in front of him!

"Alright, I've finished reporting my intelligence."

Hoshino Hideichi smiled and said, "Then, you should give me the information."

"All the information regarding the Sharingan and Hashirama cells."

"What you handed to the Third Hokage was incomplete!"

Although he cursed Orochimaru in his heart, Danzo calmly nodded and said, "No problem."

"Furthermore, if you need the Sharingan, I can give it to you!"

Hoshino Shuichi remained unmoved: "That won't be necessary."

"I love the power I've gained!"

He's not stupid; he wouldn't hand over incriminating evidence to Danzo himself.

The transplantation of Sharingan into Rin Nohara was done with the Third Hokage's consent, so the Third Hokage should take the blame.

Moreover, with Obito Uchiha involved, even if the Uchiha clan found out, their reaction wouldn't be too significant.

However, Hoshino Shuichi's transplantation of the Sharingan, even the three-tomoe Sharingan, inevitably damaged his friendship with Shisui.

Moreover, a pair of three-tomoe jewels are not very useful except for Izanagi and Izanami.

If you want the Sharingan, of course you should get the God Tree and directly awaken the Rinne Sharingan, thus possessing both the Rinnegan and the Sharingan.

Having obtained the necessary information, Hoshino Hideichi turned and left, then went to the Hokage Building.

Inside the Hokage's office.

After handing the data to Hiruzen Sarutobi, Hideaki Hoshishita said, "It seems that the Root's experiments have basically failed, which was expected."

"However, Danzo already possesses the power of the First Hokage's cells and the Sharingan. The First Hokage's cells are one thing, but if the Sharingan is exposed, it will inevitably cause dissatisfaction among the Uchiha and exacerbate the rift between the Uchiha and the village."

Hiruzen Sarutobi had grown accustomed to Shuichi Hoshino's relentless pursuit of Danzo.

But he can't deal with Danzo right now; he needs Danzo to do something.

Of course, Hoshino Shuichi understood as well.

Although the urinal smells terrible, it's very easy to use and doesn't get your hands dirty.

Unfortunately, the Third Hokage's control over Danzo gradually weakened.

"I will personally discuss this matter with Fugaku."

Hiruzen Sarutobi felt helpless, but he had no choice but to clean up Danzo's mess.

Your hands are dirty from the urinal!

Hiruzen Sarutobi's decision did not surprise Shuichi Hoshino, so he said nothing more, but said, "Third Hokage, I need the First Hokage's Wood Release technique."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's gaze sharpened upon hearing this: "Shuichi, you want to have Hashirama's cells transplanted?"

Hoshita Hideichi shook his head: "No, I plan to combine Earth Release and Water Release into Wood Release myself."

"The Wood Release Kekkei Genkai is just one of many Kekkei Genkai. The reason why the First Hokage's Wood Release was so powerful was because of his strong Yang Release power."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded: "I see."

"Then let Shinnosuke take you to the Book of Sealing to copy a Wood Release technique."

……

As he emerged from the Hokage Building, Hoshino Shuichi found himself holding a scroll containing all the Wood Release techniques.

By studying Hashirama cells and combining that with Wood Release techniques, and with the added advantage of the "genius" attribute, he doesn't need to transplant Hashirama cells to obtain Wood Release.

As for whether Wood Release can be compared to the First Hokage, that depends on his mastery of Yang Release.

While Hoshino Shuichi's Yang Release is inferior to that of the First Hokage, his Sage Mode or Cursed Seal state is comparable to the First Hokage's normal state.

Moreover, research on intercolumnar cells is ongoing.

With the blessing of the "Academic Prodigy" title, acquiring information from research and then learning from it, catching up with the first generation is only a matter of time.

Back home, Hoshino Hideichi created shadow clones to study Wood Release techniques. Then, he went to the yard, summoned crows, and used the Crow Clone Technique to send his clones to the Land of Rain.

Akatsuki was jumping around so enthusiastically that Danzo probably couldn't resist anymore.

Shuichi Hoshino sensed that another great curtain was about to rise.

He didn't want to stop it, nor could he stop it.

Moreover, today's events have prompted him to change his previous mindset.

Danzo is too good at causing trouble!

They deserve to die!

After watching the flock of crows depart, Hoshino Shuichi went out and arrived at his teacher Minato Namikaze's house.

"Hey, Shuichi?"

"Kakashi said you've been incredibly busy lately!"

It was Kushina Uzumaki who opened the door.

After entering, Kushina Uzumaki led Shuichi Hoshita to the study. Minato Namikaze, who was studying the [Spirit Sealing Seal] that Shuichi Hoshita had given him earlier, turned around and smiled, "Shuichi, you've come at the right time. I have a question I need to ask you!"

Upon hearing this, Hoshino Hideichi stepped forward and said with a smile, "If you cultivate the Spirit Transformation Technique and the Soul Imprisonment Technique first, it will be much easier to learn."

The Soul Sealing Seal was a sealing technique he developed specifically to enhance Asuka's Adamantine Locket.

"That's too much trouble, let's just succeed in one go."

It was Kushina Uzumaki who spoke.

Hoshino Shuichi didn't hold back in his criticism: "It's because you're too lazy, Master's wife."

Kushina Uzumaki said without any shame, "Of course, you should do things in the simplest way."

Having casually resolved Minato Namikaze's question, Shuichi Hoshita asked, "How's your mastery of the Rasengan, and even the Wind Release: Rasenshuriken, coming along, Master's wife?"

Minato Namikaze and Kushina Uzumaki exchanged a glance, their expressions immediately becoming solemn.

Kushina Uzumaki said seriously, "The Rasengan is fine, but the Wind Release: Rasenshuriken can't be thrown."

Minato Namikaze nodded: "I have the same problem, but it doesn't bother me when I use it."

With the Flying Thunder God technique, he indeed doesn't need to throw anything.

"That should be enough."

Xingxia Xiu said, "The key is still to resist the Nine-Tails' malicious invasion. It is the most powerful of the tailed beasts, and its negative emotions are also the most terrifying, but..."

Looking at Minato Namikaze and Kushina Uzumaki, Shuichi Hoshishita smiled and said, "I trust that you and your wife will be fine!"

Kushina Uzumaki couldn't help but laugh, raising her fist: "Of course, I have plenty of confidence!"

"So..."

Hoshita Shuichi asked, "Teacher, when you split the Nine-Tails, does the location of the seal depend on the other half?"

Minato Namikaze said, "Seal it within you!"

"I've already discussed this with the Third Hokage. Although we can return half of the Tailed Beasts to Sunagakure and Iwagakure, we must also be prepared for them to find out."

"Leaving half of the Nine-Tails with you is enough to deal with any unexpected situation."

Hoshino Shuichi felt this was exactly what he wanted, and nodded, saying, "Then it's decided."

"Starting today, Master's wife will begin her battle against the Nine-Tails' chakra."

Seeing the two men's somewhat serious expressions, Hoshino Shuichi laughed and said, "Let's take it one step at a time. First, we'll split the Nine-Tails, then we'll get used to the tailed beast's chakra, and finally, we'll beat him up!"

Upon hearing this, Kushina Uzumaki immediately became excited, waving her fists fiercely and saying, "I've wanted to teach that guy a lesson for a long time!"

The Nine-Tails wasn't very safe inside her.

She didn't possess the same immense power as Mito Uzumaki to completely suppress the Nine-Tails.

The Nine-Tails' evil chakra often affected her, making her very unhappy.

It would be great if we could teach the Nine-Tails a good lesson.

Ah!

We must also avenge Minato's serious injury last time!

……

Having made their decision, Hoshino Shuichi and Namikaze Minato began preparations. They found a forested area in the back mountains of Konoha, built a wooden house, and set up a protective barrier.

Although confident in suppressing the Nine-Tails, necessary precautions must still be taken.

Three days later, everything was ready.

Outside the barrier, Shinnosuke Sarutobi personally led a team, along with Shuichi Hoshino's shadow clone, to guard the area.

Inside the wooden house, Hoshino Shuichi and Uzumaki Kushina sat facing each other, while their teacher, Namikaze Minato, held Kushina's hand on one side, their chakra connected and their minds linked.

Splash!

The Fiery Netherworld Locks extended one by one from Xingxia Xiuyi's abdomen as he shouted, "Master's wife, the seal can be broken now!"

"clear!"

Kushina Uzumaki nodded solemnly, then lowered her eyes.

The next moment, the outermost Bagua seal on the abdomen was the first to be released.

Splash!

Hoshino Shuichi's Fire Nether Lock immediately moved, piercing into Kushina's abdomen and entering the seal through the opened entrance.

And he finally saw the Nine-Tails.

Huh?

Nine-Tails looks a bit pitiful!

Completely different from her state inside Naruto's stomach, she was suspended in mid-air.

Not only were they chained, but their bodies and tails were also pinned down by wooden stakes.

This is clearly a sealing technique from Konoha, or a sealing technique originating from the First Hokage.

"It seems no one will be able to control it after this..."

Xingxia Xiuyi was lost in thought.

At that moment, Kushina Uzumaki and Minato Namikaze also appeared on one side.

Sealed in mid-air, the Nine-Tails barely managed to look down at the three: "Damn humans..."

"roar!"

The nine-tailed fox let out a long howl, stirring up a gale.

Hair flew in the air, clothes fluttered in the wind.

Kushina Uzumaki raised her hand to shield her eyes, asking worriedly, "Shuichi, is it okay?"

"This guy's strength is incredible!"

Hoshita Shuichi nodded solemnly.

The Nine-Tails is indeed ridiculously powerful!

In terms of sheer power, or rather, chakra reserves.

One-tailed is simply the worst of the worst.

Even with four or eight tails, it's still not enough.

Moreover, Hoshino Shuichi also sensed the power of the Nine-Tails' chakra.

This power is not about quantity, but quality!

Chakra essence!

"As expected of the Nine-Tails, the being whose power is closest to that of the Ten-Tails..."

Hoshino Shuichi was secretly amazed, then solemnly said, "Since we're here, of course we should give it a try."

"Madam, please break the seal!"

"Teacher, I'll need your help later."

Minato Namikaze nodded solemnly.

Kushina Uzumaki raised one hand: "Then I'll begin!"

(End of this chapter)