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Chapter 274 The Legend of Immortality! (Please subscribe and vote with monthly tickets)

The vast battlefield, with its charred marks and craters, testifies to the intensity of the battle that had just taken place.

The extent of the damage previously inflicted on Sunagakure is enough to demonstrate the strength of the immortal duo.

Therefore, even Chiyo was shocked to see that the Konoha ninja had taken down Kakuzu and his companion without losing a single one of them.

This also deepened her inner anxieties.

The stronger Konoha becomes, the greater the pressure on Sunagakure.

Especially with the information brought back by the Fourth Kazekage, Konoha's ambitions have become crystal clear.

While Konoha is producing a constant stream of geniuses, Sunagakure seems to be facing a talent gap, lacking outstanding figures like Kakashi.

Not to mention comparing him to Hoshino Shuichi.

What will become of Sunagakure Village?

……

After exchanging ideas, the ninjas from both villages set up camp on the spot, preparing to rest for the night before heading to Konoha together.

Yamato used his Wood Release technique to create two villas, one in Konoha and one in Sunagakure, which was very convenient.

But lying on the hard wooden plank that night, Granny Chiyo found it difficult to fall asleep.

She even considered killing him several times.

It wasn't just the blood feud with Konoha's White Fang; jealousy was also at play.

However, she remained rational and did not do anything impulsive.

Even if they successfully dealt with Kakashi and the others, Sunagakure would still be unable to face Konoha's wrath.

Or rather, they couldn't bear Hoshino Shuichi's wrath.

Silent all night.

The next morning, after a simple breakfast, Kakashi and the others returned to Konoha.

The people of Sunagakure also went to Konoha.

However, right after they left, Tobi, the White Zetsu, emerged from the ground and dug out the immortal White Zetsu that Suzaku and the others had separated and buried.

Casually piecing together the body of the immortal White Zetsu, Tobi chuckled and asked, "How was it being buried underground?"

"Although we often travel underground, this must be the first time we've experienced something like this, right?"

The immortal White Zetsu pondered seriously, "I must say, this is a novel experience, but I must also say that being dismembered has restricted my original abilities. I thought I could escape on my own."

Bai Jue A Fei suddenly realized, "That seems to be the case."

"But that seems normal, isn't it? Being dismembered, of course its abilities will be weakened."

The immortal White Zetsu moved its reassembled body and said, "Idiot, what I mean is, wouldn't it be better if we could still travel underground even after being dismembered?"

White Zetsu Afei laughed, "Hey, we're imitations, defective products. If it were Lord Shuichi, he should be able to do it perfectly, right?"

"I saw Lord Shuichi conducting experiments. He was able to make scattered body parts fly up and automatically reassemble themselves, and each part could become a clone with the same abilities as the original body."

The immortal White Zetsu was shocked: "It's gotten to this point already?"

"Looks like I've missed out on a lot lately!"

White Zetsu Afei's body slowly sank into the ground: "Of course, if you had come back any later, someone else might have taken your place with Lord Shuichi!"

The immortal White Zetsu quickly burrowed underground: "Now that you say that, I can't wait to appear before Lord Shuichi."

At that very moment, the immortal White Zetsu was checking on Yekura's recent successful training in the laboratory in Daimyo Prefecture, while the beloved Hideaki was being watched by her.

Unfortunately, it was somewhat disappointing. She only lasted for half an hour before giving up. Hoshino Shuichi could only offer his guidance and hope that Yekura would improve next time so as not to fall too far behind.

After carrying Yekura into the bathtub, Hoshino Shuichi stepped out of the room feeling refreshed, but then paused, as he happened to see Minazuki's hurried back.

No way?

Hoshino Hideichi turned around and glanced back. It seemed like the door hadn't been closed properly.

Um, surely it's unlikely that the process of teaching and imparting knowledge would be seen by others?

It seemed like Yekura screamed quite pitifully when she was being hit earlier?

……

After touring the Tennin Village, which the daimyo had established, and conveying the new Will of Fire to the students there, Hoshino-shita Shuichi returned to the experimental base.

Yekura has recovered, but Minazuki, who is with Yekura, blushes when he sees Hoshita Shuichi and doesn't dare to look him in the eye.

Hoshino Hideichi ignored them and got busy with Yekura. After lunch, he returned to Konoha and discussed ninjutsu with Senju Tobirama.

That evening, Hoshino Shuichi and Senju Tobirama, led by Shizune, dragged the two fat sheep, Senju Hashirama and Tsunade, out of the gambling den.

For this, Hoshino Shizuka spent ten million ryo.

This is only one day, which is enough to show that Hashirama Senju and Tsunade have equally bad luck in gambling.

Hashirama Senju could only force a smile after being lectured by his younger brother, while Tsunade remained unharmed. Seeing Hoshino Shuichi's pained expression, she confidently said, "Don't worry, I'll definitely win next time!"

Hashirama Senju nodded in agreement.

Under the stars, a noodle roll is pulled out.

next time?

If I do it again, won't I go bankrupt?

What a spendthrift woman!

They must be taught a harsh lesson.

Sensing that Hoshino was not in a good mood, Tsunade returned to the experimental base and immediately went to her laboratory to get busy.

Shizune took Hoshino's hand and whispered, "Shuichi, how about I use my money to help Tsunade pay off her debts?"

Hoshino Hideichi chuckled upon hearing this and ruffled Shizune's hair, saying, "Silly girl."

"Of course not, I'm not doing this for the money."

"It's not that Tsunade's behavior was bad; gambling is not a good habit."

Shizune nodded and then said, "But it seems that Lady Tsunade can't change it."

Hoshino Hideichi smiled and said, "Don't worry, there will be a way."

"You also said my birthday is coming up soon, what gift did you prepare?"

Shizune blushed and laughed, "I can't say that now, you'll know when I show you."

"I'll go help Lady Tsunade first."

Saying "mute," she turned and ran away.

"So mysterious."

Hoshita Shuichi chuckled to himself, then found the First and Second Hokage and learned the sealing technique Myojinmon from the First Hokage.

For Hoshino Shuichi, who possesses both Sage Mode and Wood Release, learning it was naturally very simple with Hashirama Senju's instruction.

In less than half an hour, Hoshino Hideichi had mastered it.

Inside the Eight Trigrams Seal, Kurama was arguing with Shukaku when suddenly a red torii gate descended from the sky, suppressing Kurama and leaving him completely bewildered.

Shukaku was taken aback for a moment, then burst into laughter: "Hahaha, you stinking fox!"

Nine-Tails roared in fury: "Shuichi Hoshino, what do you mean by this?"

He hadn't offended this guy during his argument with Shukaku, yet he suddenly attacked him—that's too much.

He had originally planned to temporarily cooperate with Hoshino Shuichi to persuade his other half, but now it seems... Hmph!

Hoshino Hideaki appeared outside the iron cage, apologizing with a smile: "I'm very sorry, I just learned a sealing technique, specifically for dealing with the Ten-Tails."

"Kurama, you are the strongest of the nine tailed beasts and the closest to the Ten-Tails, so we'll use you as a test subject."

Nine-Tails instinctively raised its chin upon hearing this, but then sensed something was amiss and snorted coldly: "Six Paths Sage Technique, but it's not enough to deal with the Ten-Tails."

At this moment, Hashirama Senju and Tobirama Senju appeared beside Shuichi Hoshino, startling many of the tailed beasts who inexplicably felt a powerful sense of oppression.

Kurama's pupils constricted sharply upon seeing Hashirama Senju: "This guy, although he doesn't seem as powerful as before, is still..."

Senju Hashirama sensed Kurama's wary gaze and smiled gently, "Kurama, don't worry, I'm not here to deal with you."

"By the way, may I call you that, Kurama?"

If it were anyone else, Kurama would definitely be furious, but Hashirama Senju… swallowed back the harsh words that were about to come out of his mouth and coldly snorted, “Whatever.”

"But don't delude yourself into thinking I'll believe you."

Hashirama Senju didn't seem to care at all, but Tobirama Senju, standing beside him, coldly said, "The Nine-Tails, the situation is already very clear."

"If everyone doesn't cooperate, no one can be sure they can defeat the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki, right?"

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

When the Ten-Tails was mentioned, all nine tailed beasts fell silent.

After a moment, the Four-Tails spoke up: "To be honest, we don't know much about the Ten-Tails either."

"After all, we are only a portion of the Ten-Tails' chakra. Just that alone should tell you how serious the situation is, right?"

Shukaku then said, "The power of the Ten-Tails is dozens of times greater than the combined power of the nine of us."

"His power is world-destroying."

The statement that Tobirama Senju frowned is too general.

Of course, being dozens of times stronger than the nine tailed beasts is already terrifying.

However, Hoshino Shuichi knew that the power of the Ten-Tails could exceed Shukaku's expectations.

Because of the Infinite Tsukuyomi, the Ten-Tails can extract the power of the ninjas.

Suddenly, Nine-Tails said, "Don't speculate on the power of the Ten-Tails."

"You should know that we are just the chakra of the Ten-Tails."

"It's only natural that the Ten-Tails is strong."

After hearing this, Hashirama Senju frowned and said, "Shuichi, you are still very young. You can wait a little longer."

Hoshita Hideichi shook his head: "First Generation Lord, this is not up to me."

"I could feel that there was a pair of hands pushing all of this in the darkness."

"Mangekyou Sharingan, Rinnegan, hatred, Ten-Tails Jinchuriki, Eye of the Moon Plan."

"And... the prophecy of the Sage of Six Paths."

Tobirama Senju said, "Since we've come this far, let's continue."

"Furthermore, with Madara Uchiha's current strength, it would be very difficult for them to seize the Six-Tails and the Nine-Tails. We still have time."

Hashirama Senju nodded, then looked at Kurama (the Nine-Tails): "Kurama, cooperate with us!"

"You should be able to feel our sincerity."

"Your Tailed Beasts are no less intelligent than us humans. You should understand that, whether from the perspective of interests or other factors, cooperation is the best choice."

Nine-Tails was silent for a moment, then said, "Cooperation is possible, but..."

Looking at Hoshino, Nine-Tails asked, "I want to know, what is your true purpose?"

All eyes fell on Hoshino Shuichi.

Hoshino Shigehisa paused for a moment, then thought seriously: "The real purpose, or perhaps the ultimate purpose?"

"Of course, it's about mastering the ability to live forever and possessing the power to suppress everything. That's the ultimate pursuit."

"As for obtaining the power of the nine tailed beasts, obtaining the power of the ten-tailed beast, unifying the ninja world, uniting all countries, and solving hidden troubles for future generations, these are just milestones on my life's journey."

"After all, I'm still not that old. Even with my current physical condition, living for several hundred years wouldn't be a problem."

"In the long course of time, we always need to find goals and accomplish them one by one, so that the time will not be wasted."

"Of course, I will not become a Jinchūriki of a Tailed Beast, nor will I become a Jinchūriki of the Ten-Tails."

"To be honest, it's still a little strange to have someone else living in my body."

Shukaku said, "I never thought that one day we tailed beasts would be disliked by others."

Hoshino Hideichi raised an eyebrow: "I didn't say that."

Yotsuba said, "We don't like staying inside other people's bodies either."

Hashirama Senju immediately laughed and said, "Very good, then an agreement is reached."

Everyone looked at Nine-Tails, who nodded and stopped arguing.

So Hoshino Shuichi removed the iron cage, and all nine tailed beasts gathered together.

Nanami said, "I never imagined we would gather together in this way one day."

Sanwei asked, "Does this confirm the old man's prophecy?"

……

Having resolved the issue of the Tailed Beasts, Hashirama Senju and Tobirama Senju left the experimental base, while Shuichi Hoshita went to the Tailed Beast Breeding Room.

He has not yet consumed the flesh and blood of the Seven-Tailed Fox.

After consuming the flesh and blood of the Seven-Tails, his chakra and physique improved, but not nearly as much as before.

However, at the same time, Hoshino Shuichi also sensed something different. His body now contained the power essence of the nine tailed beasts, and he vaguely felt something brewing, but something was still missing.

"The husk of the Ten-Tails?"

When Hoshino looked at the fragments of the Statue of the Immortal inside and outside the glass jar, he instinctively felt a desire to obtain them.

"It's not the right time yet..."

Hoshita Shuichi withdrew his gaze and then came over to Tsunade.

At that moment, Tsunade and Shizune were busy at work, while Hoshino Shuichi stood at the door watching without disturbing them.

A moment later, Hoshino Shuichi disappeared silently and went to another laboratory.

This is the research lab for immortality.

At this moment, the immortal white zetsu has completed its upgrade.

When Hoshino arrived, his limbs, head, and torso had just been separated by a shadow clone.

At that moment, these bodies automatically took to the air and floated around the laboratory: "Truly amazing, as expected of the genius, Lord Xiuyi!"

"You are the real evil god!"

The immortal White Zetsu kept flattering him.

After playing for a while, the Undying White Zetsu had a thought, and its other bodies immediately sensed it and changed accordingly.

Shuichi Hoshita, Kakuzu, Tsunade, Shizune...

The torso and limbs have all transformed into independent entities.

The immortal White Zetsu exclaimed in amazement, "What a magnificent ninjutsu!"

At this point, you're no longer afraid of being dismembered.

"Shuichi, this is the true meaning of perfect immortality!"

The immortal White Zetsu is flattering him again.

Hoshino Hideichi, however, was very clear-headed: "No technique is perfect. Although it is already very advanced, it is not without ways to break it."

At least the Yin-Yang Escape Technique can break an immortal body.

The Yin-Yang Escape Technique can directly attack the soul.

In addition, there are techniques that target the soul.

There are also sealing techniques, which can also seal separated parts and sever the connection between the body parts.

Of course, ordinary sealing techniques cannot achieve this.

Because Hoshino Shuichi used electromagnetic escape to establish a super strong connection between various parts of his body, parts that were separated from his body could automatically sense and fly back to reassemble.

The ability of a single limb to transform can be attributed not only to powerful transformation techniques, but also to methods related to the soul, such as the technique of soul imprisonment.

In other words.

If Hoshino Shuichi's body were to be divided, his soul would also be divided, given his current immortality.

When the immortal White Zetsu reassembled its body without any problems, Hoshino Shuichi sensed the movement of the Script Tree.

(End of this chapter)