Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 182 The Era of Kaguya Otsutsuki

Natsume didn't ask any more questions.

It's best to confirm many things yourself.

The questions I just asked have probably aroused Kikuri's suspicion.

But you can't blame him for that.

Who knew we'd travel this far?

He thought that several decades was the limit, but now he has gone straight to the Warring States period.

Moreover, Hashirama Senju did not exist at that time, or rather, he was not born yet.

However, it is still uncertain whether this occurred during the time when Kaguya Otsutsuki descended.

However, there is a very simple way to find out the answer.

Chakra.

This external energy was spread by the Sage of Six Paths, also known as Hagoromo Otsutsuki.

Kikuri, who was standing in front of Natsume, did not have chakra.

Considering this is the land of demons, it is still within the normal range.

In the original work, Shion is also like this, possessing special priestess powers.

This is clearly one of the local forces, and should be a variant of natural energy.

"My name is Natsume."

Natsume thought for a moment and then revealed his real name.

It's no big deal.

Over the years, countless people in the ninja world have shared the same name.

"Thank you so much for saving me."

Although Natsume has a resurrection armor that prevents him from dying, Kikuri's rescue allows him to remain in this world.

At least the possibility of acquiring Fate Points is preserved.

"It was fate that led us to meet."

Kikuri shook her head and said, "As a shrine maiden, I possess a certain ability to foresee the future."

Natsume immediately thought of Shion.

She possesses the ability to foresee death, allowing her to predict the demise of others.

And it's extremely accurate.

According to the original work, Shion should be the most powerful priestess in history in terms of talent and strength.

Kikuri is probably no match for her.

Through the prophecy, Natsume thought of the Great Toad Sage again.

This also proves that they are indeed users of local power.

"What kind of prophecy is it?"

Natsume asked with some curiosity.

The Great Toad Sage can roughly predict certain events in the future, and his predictions are relatively clear.

I wonder how far Kikuri's predictions will go.

"I don't know."

Kikuri shook her head and said, "It's a feeling similar to a sudden impulse. I received guidance yesterday, so I came to you."

"You believe such a vague prophecy so easily?"

Natsume stroked his chin and asked, "What if I harbor ill intentions? Wouldn't your prophecy have harmed you?"

"I can distinguish between good and bad prophecies."

Kikuri looked at him, her eyes filled with curiosity.

"No wonder."

Natsume felt that this prophecy was more like a kind of luck that could sense good or bad fortune.

If it benefits me, I'll engage with it.

The downside is, run away quickly.

In other words, it is about seeking advantages and avoiding disadvantages.

"Then could you tell me where you come from?"

Kikuri finally asked the question that had been troubling her the most.

"It's quite complicated."

Natsume smiled slightly. "Since you already know from the prophecy that I'm a good person, then suppress your curiosity for now."

The two looked at each other for a while, and Kikuri nodded.

A shrine maiden is a servant who worships a deity.

She was kind-hearted by nature, and it was impossible for her to attack Natsume just because he didn't tell her his origins.

Moreover, she doubted that she could win.

Natsume's constitution is very special.

Even without treatment, she will recover in a short time.

This feeling is very much like that of a deity.

"Thanks."

Natsume even considered using the eye technique Yomijin if all else failed.

Fortunately, things went smoothly.

He didn't need to lay a hand on his savior.

"Then you should rest first."

Kikuri smiled, got up and left the room.

Natsume finally had time to check his body.

How so?

That's pretty tragic.

After exchanging for the Sage Body, the enormous chakra he gained was completely squandered.

Natsume never imagined this day would come.

Fortunately, chakra can be restored.

Even a full recovery might take some time.

However, it's not a big problem; even without chakra, he still has his eye power.

The Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan can handle it for a long time.

If this were truly a period where he had no chakra left, he would be virtually invincible.

Unless you encounter the three holy sites or some deities.

After confirming that he was alright, Natsume fell into deep thought again.

He didn't know whether this was the past or a parallel world.

In other words, he must act with caution.

Otherwise, there will be big trouble.

For example, Kaguya Otsutsuki was not sealed away and killed Hagoromo Otsutsuki and Hamura Otsutsuki.

Then there would be no more descendants of the Senju clan, the Uzumaki clan, etc.

But upon reflection, Natsume realized he was being far too idealistic.

With his current strength, how could he possibly defeat these three?

There's a saying...

The general trend cannot be changed, but minor trends can be changed.

He just needs to acquire enough Fate Points and then return.

After resting for two days, Natsume was able to move around normally.

Although the feeling of weakness from the massive loss of chakra remained, it wasn't a particularly significant impact.

After all, with the capacity of his Sage Body, even if he were weak, he would still be just an ordinary Jonin.

The Land of Demons is a special country.

The shrine maiden is a daimyo.

Although Kikuri is young, she is already the ruler of a country.

Therefore, Natsume received preferential treatment.

The first thing he did after getting out of bed was to have some information about this world delivered to him.

After reading it, he realized that he was in the period before Kaguya Otsutsuki descended.

At this time, there was no chakra in the world, and samurai were the dominant force.

Scattered around are the three holy sites and some deities.

This is an indigenous system built using natural energy.

No, that's not right.

At this point, Kaguya Otsutsuki and Isshiki Otsutsuki should already be in this world.

Because they wanted to plant the divine tree, also known as the Ten-Tailed Tree.

After a thousand years, the divine tree reached maturity.

According to the rules of the Otsutsuki clan, Kaguya Otsutsuki, who was of lower status, had to be sacrificed to the sacred tree.

But she refused, and during the sacrifice, she ambushed Otsutsuki Isshiki and sacrificed him instead.

However, he managed to escape after only offering half of the sacrifice.

Kaguya Otsutsuki gained immense power after consuming the fruit of the God Tree.

Afterwards, she quelled the chaos and was known as the "Goddess of the Rabbit".

With everyone's blessings, she became pregnant and gave birth to children, namely Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo and Ōtsutsuki Hamura.

The above is a scene from a comic.

Kaguya Otsutsuki was an ascetic, lacking much emotion except for her greed for chakra.

However, the character designs were changed in the animated version.

This caused the order to be reversed.

She arrived first, fell in love with the emperor of the ancestral kingdom and became pregnant, but was later betrayed.

Disappointed, Kaguya Otsutsuki swallowed the fruit of the Divine Tree and activated Infinite Tsukuyomi, turning everyone into offerings.

This is also the origin of the White Zetsu.

To prevent the extinction of humanity, Kaguya Otsutsuki released another portion of them.

She was then known as the "Goddess of the Rabbit," and gave birth to Hagoromo Otsutsuki and Hamura Otsutsuki.

To be honest, Natsume thinks the setting in the manga is more reasonable.

The Otsutsuki clan are not human; they are born with immense power.

In their eyes, humans are nothing but ants.

If the gap between the two people is too large, it is impossible for feelings to develop.

Because Kaguya Otsutsuki swallowed the fruit, it was tantamount to betraying the Otsutsuki clan.

To prepare for potential pursuers, she would regularly have humans make offerings to the sacred tree.

However, this move was opposed by Hagoromo and Hamura, and with the help of the Great Toad Sage of Mount Myōboku, the mother and son became enemies.

Ultimately, Kaguya Otsutsuki was sealed away.

The Divine Tree, also known as the Ten-Tails, had its body thrown onto the moon, and its chakra transformed into nine tailed beasts.

Hamura Otsutsuki moved to the moon to guard the Ten-Tails' body, and Hagoromo Otsutsuki transformed into the Sage of Six Paths and founded the Ninja Clan.

The two sons she gave birth to were Indra and Asura.

Natsume opened the map and quickly located the Land of Ancestors.

There's not much he can do right now.

After all, he couldn't find the Divine Tree, nor could he find Kaguya Otsutsuki or Isshiki Otsutsuki.

And even if he were found, what could he do?

To gain Destiny Points, one must have a name and surname in the original work.

Both comics and animation are acceptable.

The only one who can currently gain Fate Points is undoubtedly the Emperor of the Ancestral Kingdom.

He can also help us determine which version of Kaguya Otsutsuki it is, allowing us to prepare a countermeasure.

The version for those obsessed with romance is a little more complicated.

After all, if the emperor of the Land of Ancestors were killed, Hagoromo and Hamura would not have been born.

Even if Natsume takes the place himself, children are ultimately different.

The ascetic version of Kaguya Otsutsuki doesn't need to worry about affecting Hagoromo Otsutsuki and Hamura Otsutsuki.

It was born through blessing.

This strange method is likely inspired by the origins of the Yellow Emperor or Hou Ji.

Because there are too many elements related to China in Naruto.

For example, the Golden Horn and the Silver Horn.

If the abstinent version of Kaguya Otsutsuki were a taciturn, emotionless young woman.

We need to think of a good way to gain Destiny Points.

The only saving grace is that Natsume is not an ordinary human.

At least in Kaguya Otsutsuki's eyes, he was a relatively strong ant.

It's easier to get her attention.

After all, regardless of the version, she needs human help.

It shouldn't be a problem for Natsume to become a follower.

According to the plot, the current trend is undoubtedly that Kaguya Otsutsuki will quell the chaos and then plant trees.

However, her method of planting trees was too crude, as it involved sacrificing humans.

It's normal that this would provoke opposition from Hagoromo and Hamura.

At the same time, the three holy lands, as local forces, are unwilling to see the divine tree absorb the planet's power.

Although Natsume doesn't like toads, the Great Toad Sage did a really good job.

Kaguya Otsutsuki planted trees in order to absorb more energy, eventually bear fruit, strengthen herself, and deal with the Otsutsuki clan.

If there were a better way, Natsume could naturally infiltrate the inner circle more effectively and acquire destiny points.

The Shrine of the Priestess.

Kikuri is currently handling official business.

Natsume was allowed entry after being notified.

"Your Highness, the Priestess."

"It's you."

Kikuri looked up, smiled, glanced at him, and said, "Your body is really in great shape."

That sounds weird.

Natsume spoke up, "Your Highness, I plan to leave for a while."

"leave?"

Kikuri frowned slightly.

Although she didn't know what use Natsume would be to her, she believed the prediction wouldn't be wrong.

Therefore, she did not want her to leave.

"I have something to take care of."

Natsume could roughly guess her thoughts, so he said, "I will return soon. When I do, I will do my best to fulfill any requests Your Highness may have, in order to repay your kindness in saving me."

Kikuri narrowed her eyes slightly. She didn't know him well, so she didn't know if what he said was true or false.

But she trusts prophecies and won't offend Natsume.

After thinking for a moment, she agreed.

Three thousand characters.

(End of this chapter)