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Chapter 120 The Unexpected Turn of Events at Rope Tree! (Please subscribe and vote with monthly tickets)

Inside the study.

Xingxia Xiu created a wood clone to the side, lowered his eyes, and the next moment, his spirit gathered and carried chakra, transforming into a spirit body that flew out of his body and hovered in mid-air.

Spiritualization Technique!

The wooden clone looked up at the visualized spirit and said, "Perhaps the Sage of Six Paths was in a similar state."

The spirit-like Hoshino Shige nodded: "In a soul state, one can avoid entering the Pure Land if they possess chakra. The Sage of Six Paths' soul existed between the mortal world and the Pure Land for over a thousand years; his chakra reserves were indeed terrifying."

"However, logically, he should have transferred his chakra to Ashura before he died..."

The wood clone said, "Don't forget, the Sage of Six Paths is a sage. His Sage Mode is definitely more perfect than Naruto's. He doesn't even have a mask. He's probably on the same level as the sages of the three great holy lands."

Xingxia Xiu said, "Restoring chakra by relying on Sage Techniques, or rather, absorbing natural energy and converting it into chakra in a spirit form."

"It seems to be the only explanation."

"The Sage of Six Paths in his soul form... might be a humanoid tailed beast."

Humanoid Tailed Beast?

Wood Clone found this description very interesting.

The reason why tailed beasts recover chakra so quickly is because they don't rely on the combination of physical and mental energy to refine chakra.

After all, tailed beasts don't eat or drink.

Or in other words, their food is... natural energy!

"So, even a pure soul can absorb natural energy and transform it into Sage Chakra?"

The Star Show was somewhat tempted, but suppressed the urge to try it.

Natural energy is too dangerous!

First, we need to understand the art of spiritification. After further development, we can then try it.

After thinking about it, Xingxiaxiu's spirit passed through the wall and appeared outside.

It feels very similar to the legend of the Yin spirit leaving the body in my past life.

It would be better if it didn't sparkle.

That's too eye-catching.

Xingxia Xiu took a step, then flew up and arrived at the base in the blink of an eye.

Swish swish!

Shimura Daichi appeared with several Root ninjas, and they were all taken aback when they saw Hoshino Hideaki.

"Spiritualization technique?"

Xingxia Xiu nodded: "I'll try this technique. You guys go ahead and get busy."

Shimura Daichi nodded and left with his men.

With Danzo gone, Hoshino Shu becomes the most powerful.

Visiting the Root Base in spirit form was a rather peculiar experience.

The Root Base holds many secrets, with various traps and barriers set up in many places.

"Trapes are ineffective against spirits..."

"Spirits cannot pass through the barrier."

Using the root base, Xingxia Xiu had a good chance to test the spiritification technique.

It really works well.

But it's not invincible.

If a barrier can trap someone, then an all-powerful sealing technique can certainly do the same.

In addition, illusions are also possible.

"Therefore, there is indeed no perfect ninjutsu."

After leaving the root base, Xingxia Xiuling returned to her body and then released the clone guarding her body.

"Besides illusions and sealing techniques, I remember the second generation also had a soul-binding technique."

Xingxia Xiu thought to himself, "As expected of the second generation, he is a master of forbidden arts. I wonder if he is the one who created this spiritification technique."

Spiritualization techniques and soul imprisonment... they're a perfect match.

There's also the Mind Transfer Technique... Even Hoshino suspected that the Spirit Transformation Technique and Soul Imprisonment were upgraded versions of the Mind Transfer Technique created by the second generation.

However, none of that matters, as long as it works.

Moreover, for Xingxia Xiu, the art of spiritualization was merely a stepping stone.

With his current strength, there's no need for him to resort to such unorthodox tactics as spiritification.

Using the Spirit Transformation Technique will only make him weaker.

Xingxiaxiu is considering the future.

For example, the state of the Sage of Six Paths.

While living in this state may not be ideal, it's a good option if one has no other choice.

As long as the golden finger is still there and has enough time, there will be no problem learning to use the Reincarnation Technique from Orochimaru in the future.

This is a backup plan!

Of course, the follow-up to the art of spiritualization is definitely not limited to this.

Xingxia Xiu has always remembered her "half-hearted" state back then.

Three hearts, two soul consciousnesses.

The Shadow Clone Technique allows you to create both illusory and physical clones that possess consciousness.

So, can the Spirit Transformation Technique also create a spirit clone?

To be honest, Hoshino Shu is also afraid of the Mangekyou Sharingan's abilities, especially genjutsu.

For example, Tsukuyomi, and Kotoamatsukami!

Especially Kotoamatsukami.

Of course, besides dealing with illusions, spirit clones can have many other wonderful uses.

Now that he has mastered the art of spiritification, Xingxia Xiu has decided to explore its potential.

However, to further develop the art of spiritification, clones cannot be used; the main body must be gradually eroded.

……

While Hoshino was still in Konoha training and nurturing people, the Land of Rain was still embroiled in a chaotic war.

Hanzo was locked in fierce combat with Iwagakure, while Sunagakure was winning victory after victory in the Land of Rivers, forcing Amegakure to continuously retreat northward.

Meanwhile, Konoha was also making underhanded moves against Amegakure, Iwagakure, and Sunagakure, constantly interfering with and depleting their forces.

……

Iwagakure Village, Tsuchikage Building, Tsuchikage Office.

Onoki frowned as he looked at the news coming back from the front lines.

That bastard Hanzo caused them heavy losses.

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And then there were Konoha members making unwanted advances, which was incredibly uncomfortable.

After this great battle, they gained nothing and suffered huge losses.

If this continues, it's hard to say whether we can capture Hanzo, but internal problems will likely arise first.

"Konoha wants me to fight Hanzo to the death first? Hmph, Hiruzen Sarutobi, you're dreaming."

Onoki snorted coldly, then made a decision.

Temporarily retreat.

Avoid Hanzo's sharp edge.

Let Hanzo fight Konoha first, while Iwagakure observes from the sidelines, and then seize the opportunity to counterattack.

After making the decision, Ohnoki immediately convened a high-level meeting and quickly reached a consensus to withdraw troops.

……

"This awful weather! It's been raining for three or four days now. It's not like we're in the land of rain."

At the doorway, Xingxia Xiu stretched.

It's not very convenient to practice on rainy days.

"Um?"

Hoshino raised an eyebrow as a figure appeared in the courtyard: "Orochimaru?"

"No way?"

"Shu-kun, Nawaki is in trouble. We might need your help. Please come to the hospital!"

After Orochimaru finished speaking, his body exploded into a cloud of smoke with a bang.

Xingxia Xiu's expression changed, and his figure disappeared from the spot.

Konoha Hospital.

Inside the ward, looking at Rope Tree who was missing a leg, Hoshino secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, it was just a leg.

Turning to Orochimaru and Jiraiya, Hoshishita Hide asked, "What happened?"

Orochimaru said, "He was injured by falling rocks while trying to save his comrades. There were no reliable medical ninjas at the time, and he ultimately lost his left leg."

The song "Starry Night Show" sounded strangely familiar.

Fortunately, it wasn't because of impulsiveness or recklessness that I stepped into the enemy's trap.

Just then, hurried footsteps sounded, and the door was pushed open, with Tsunade rushing in.

"Rope Tree!"

Hoshino immediately grabbed Tsunade: "Nawaki is still very weak, don't wake him."

Tsunade bit her lip, her eyes welling up with tears as she looked at her pale-faced brother who was missing a leg.

"Let's talk about it outside!"

Xingxia Xiu put his arm around Tsunade's shoulders and led her out of the ward half-forcefully, with Orochimaru and Jiraiya following closely behind.

"Tsunade, I'm sorry."

Orochimaru looked at Tsunade and said.

Tsunade had calmed down by now, wiped away her tears and shook her head.

Anything can happen on the battlefield.

At least Rope Tree's life was saved.

Jiraiya then comforted her, saying, "Tsunade, with your medical skills, think of a way; perhaps you can find a way to cure Nawaki."

Hoshita Hideya then added, "Jiraiya is right."

"A severed limb... can still be treated."

Suddenly, a voice rang out: "Lord Jia!"

A Root ninja suddenly appeared, attracting everyone's attention.

"Lord Danzo orders you to proceed to the Land of Rain immediately."

Xingxia Xiu's gaze sharpened, then he nodded: "I understand."

No sooner had the Root ninja left than another ninja wearing an Anbu mask appeared: "Lord Orochimaru, Lord Jiraiya, Lady Tsunade, the Third Hokage summons you."

Hoshino Hide said, "It seems there's been a problem in the Land of Rain."

A plot twist, writer's block. Only one chapter today, more to come later.

(End of this chapter)