Start with a Zanpakuto and build the strongest Mist Village.

He actually released the power he had previously absorbed, transforming it into nine tailed beasts. Not only that, after that, he began to spread his chakra throughout the ninja world, gradually disseminating the power within him to various parts of the ninja world.

During this time, his younger brother, Hamura Otsutsuki, went to the moon as Minazuki Yoru had previously said, and became the guardian of the Gedo Mazo.

After that.

As chakra spread and the Ninja Clan was founded, ambition began to grow in the hearts of those who had mastered the power, and chaos ensued...

Orochimaru fell silent, and the surrounding illusionary mist began to gradually fade away.

"and many more."

Minazuki Yoru suddenly spoke up, interrupting the shocked Orochimaru and the White Snake Sage who was about to speak and show off.

"I want to see more than just this family drama; there are other things too."

"Other things?" Orochimaru was taken aback. Could there be something more interesting than the Sage of Six Paths' murder of his mother to seize power and spread his chakra?

"Oh?"

The White Snake Immortal's voice also carried a hint of curiosity: "Soul Master, what do you want to see? What follows is Yu Yi's scheme, the Third Son's conspiracy, and the chaotic Warring States period. You should already know these things, right?"

"Of course I know these things, so what I want to see is not the next part of the plot, but something else."

"For example, everything that happened before this family drama!"

"..."

Night wasn't actually that interested in the messy affairs of the Sage of Six Paths' family. The reason he let the White Snake Sage do it was firstly because the White Snake Sage had a preconceived notion, and secondly, to give Orochimaru some background information.

What Ye was truly interested in was everything before the family started fighting, and even before the birth of the Otsutsuki Hagoromo brothers.

"I never imagined you had such ambitions, Soul Master."

After a long silence, how could the White Snake Immortal not understand the meaning of "Mizunazuki Yoru"?

The things this soul-controlling being plotted, the things he conceived, were exactly as he said.

This guy has really set his sights on those people in the sky!

“It’s a bit difficult.” The White Snake Immortal sorted out his thoughts, and his tone, which had previously been pretentious and profound, became quite solemn: “When the celestial beings descended, I had not yet grown up, so I’m afraid I can only reconstruct some fragments of what happened back then.”

"No problem, put in as much as you can."

"Then, please get ready."

The White Snake Sage took a deep breath, and the smoke that had faded away began to rise again. The same desolate and broken world appeared before Minazuki Yoru and Orochimaru. The only difference was that at the center of this world, there was a towering tree that had not yet stretched out its branches and leaves, looking like a monster!

Yes.

During the time of the Sage of Six Paths, the entire world was controlled by Kaguya Otsutsuki's Infinite Tsukuyomi. All humans became White Zetsu, serving as weapons and warriors for Kaguya Otsutsuki to fight against the extraterrestrials in the future.

However, when Kaguya Otsutsuki first descended to Earth, the ninja world was not like that at all.

Those were brutal scenes of alien invaders ravaging the Earth, slaughtering the natives, and seizing energy!

Torture, slaughter.

Violent extraction caused the heavens and earth to collapse, and the world to wail.

With just one glance, Orochimaru understood what Minazuki Yoru was insisting on. With just one glance, all the doubts in his heart, all the guesses and estimates about Minazuki Yoru, vanished into thin air!

Under the power of those two figures, the native inhabitants of the ninja world were meaningless. Although the combat power of those leaders was not as strong as the White Snake Sage at this moment, their strength still made Orochimaru feel shaken. At the very least, they all surpassed him and Nagato, the leader of the Akatsuki organization.

Even the God of Shinobi, Hashirama Senju, and the Asura of the Shinobi World, Madara Uchiha, might not be as strong as these native inhabitants.

However, even beings of that level were like ants to those two celestial beings, utterly powerless, as if their power had been infinitely compressed and weakened.

"This shouldn't be happening..." Orochimaru murmured, his gaze fixed on the towering tree: "Could it be..."

"Your comprehension and magnanimity always give people a refreshing feeling, Orochimaru." The White Snake Sage's tone was full of praise: "You think it's right. If it weren't for that giant tree, the original inhabitants of Earth would have been able to resist these two celestial beings to a certain extent."

"You may not know this, but in the time before the celestial beings descended, there was no chakra on Earth. What people cultivated back then was physical energy, spiritual energy, and natural energy."

"The three powers are different. Those who master them are no less than those famous figures in the ninja world. Some can even combine the three powers together and reach a higher level."

"However, the divine tree has drawn on the vast energy of the earth, leaving the entire world powerless and without a source. No matter how powerful an existence may be, it will ultimately be nothing more than a rootless duckweed."

Both Minazuki Yoru and Orochimaru nodded in agreement. Everyone understood this principle, and since both of them had some knowledge of the natives' power, they were no exception.

Like natural energy, this power is no less intense than the chakra of the Otsutsuki clan, but it consumes a huge amount of energy. Once it is exhausted, it must draw on the natural energy between heaven and earth.

But they directly used the divine tree to extract most of the energy, so where else can they draw energy?

From the moment the divine tree was planted, the defeat of the Earth's native inhabitants was already inevitable!

The scene changes, and the original inhabitants are powerless to resist the power of the two celestial beings. Under the slaughter, there is no more resistance.

Without any obstacles, the two celestial beings waited quietly, allowing the divine tree to draw upon the power of this world, waiting for it to blossom and bear fruit. The ugly and monstrous divine tree also began to grow in this process, but it seemed that this growth was limited and soon entered a stagnant phase.

The two extraterrestrial beings seemed unsurprised by this. One of them, whose appearance bore a striking resemblance to the chakra progenitor sealed by the Sage of Six Paths brothers, even took the initiative to approach the monstrous divine tree and begin a strange ritual…

"Based on the information I have, in order to invigorate this divine tree and make it fully grow, an extraterrestrial being needs to make a sacrifice. That is why there are two extraterrestrial beings who have descended to Earth this time, rather than more."

"The two of them are most likely in a subordinate relationship, with the weak being sacrificed and the strong reaping the rewards. This should be the tradition of these extraterrestrials."

Ye frowned slightly, ignoring the White Snake Immortal's explanation, her gaze fixed on Otsutsuki Isshiki, who clearly occupied the dominant position among the two.

Under his gaze, Kaguya Otsutsuki, who had already assumed a sacrificial posture, suddenly made a move and launched a sneak attack on Isshiki Otsutsuki, causing the unsuspecting Isshiki Otsutsuki to suffer a fatal injury!

Faced with such a shocking turn of events, Yoru remained unmoved, while Orochimaru was filled with astonishment, and then a very strange look appeared in his eyes.

The scene changes, and the heavily injured Otsutsuki Isshiki tries to struggle, but he is ultimately sacrificed to the Ten-Tails by Otsutsuki Kaguya.

After receiving a sacrifice from Isshiki Otsutsuki, the monstrous-looking Divine Tree seemed to obtain the key to unlock its shackles and began to grow into a true Divine Tree that reaches the heavens. Its extraction of Earth's energy also became increasingly terrifying.

"The goddess of the rabbit, who defied her superiors to gain power, was ultimately betrayed and sealed away by her own child..." Orochimaru watched with great interest, and even couldn't help but comment: "These extraterrestrials are all quite interesting."

"...For power, they would even treat the world as food. What meaning do morality and ethics have then?" The White Snake Immortal chuckled.

However, Minazuki Yoru's gaze remained fixed on that scene, lost in thought.

"Have you sensed that guy's presence for the past thousand years?"

After a long while, Mizuki Yoru suddenly spoke.

The White Snake Sage paused slightly, realizing who Ye was referring to. He then shook his head and said, "You overestimate me. Although I have become a sage, due to some special reasons, even if I know everything in the ninja world, I cannot see through the people outside the heavens at all."

"interesting."

Mizuki Yoru let out a soft sigh and looked at the White Snake Sage: "So, do you want to break free from that seemingly transcendent and sublime state, which is actually a cage and imprisonment?"

The White Snake Immortal paused for a moment, then burst into laughter, the piercing sound even dispelling the surrounding mist.

The laughter continued for a long time. The white snake, which had lived for a thousand years, raised its head and looked at Minazuki Yoru: "Hehehehe... It's just moving from one cage to another. What's the difference? What's the point?"

"Besides, don't you already have one under your command?"

“Three against one, I’m too weak.” Ye shrugged. “If I could recruit you, it would be two against two, then I’d have some confidence.”

"How about it? Although it's still a cage and shackles, mine are much looser than Liudao's~"

Chapter 179 The White Snake Sage Joins Mizuki Yoru; Uchiha Must Never Become Konoha Hokage

Before the arrival of the Otsutsuki, there was no chakra on Earth. The energy used by the original inhabitants came almost entirely from the physical body, spirit, and nature.

Warriors who wield physical strength, priestesses who wield spiritual strength, and wild mountain spirits who wield natural energy.

However, the appearance of extraterrestrial beings completely shattered this balance. The appearance of the Divine Tree forcibly combined these powers into what is known as chakra. In addition, with the appearance of the Sage of Six Paths, the extraordinary power of the entire world underwent distorted changes.

People from the old era who cannot adapt to the tide of the new era will be eliminated. Therefore, professions such as samurai and shrine maidens have been replaced by ninjas.

However, some of the top powerhouses of the old era were unwilling to simply retire.

They began to use the power of chakra to merge with themselves and become a completely new being.

For example, there's the Jajin Jashin, who combined the power of evil gods with chakra to create an evil god cult, thus prolonging his life and constantly repairing his own injuries.

For example, they reached some agreements with the Sage of Six Paths, and by completely integrating chakra, spiritual power, physical power, and natural energy into themselves, they became the 'Three Great Sages' who transcended the mortal realm!

Chakra is like ink, seemingly a tiny drop, perhaps not very high in either quality or quantity.

No matter how powerful or special these people are, traces of chakra have already been left in their bodies, and they have all been eroded by the all-pervasive chakra.

Under normal circumstances, this would naturally not be a problem.

But what if these beings were to face celestial beings, or the Six Paths Immortals...?

"Your ambition is almost undisguised; you truly deserve to be called the master of souls." The White Serpent Sage looked at Minazuki Yoru, neither directly refusing nor agreeing, but instead raised his serpent head and looked down at Yoru from his superior position.

"But now, no one from beyond the heavens has arrived, and that guy Liudao is not in the mortal realm, yet you are alive and well in this world, and are even creating your own empire."

"Although both are cages, why would I choose a cage where I'll be constantly watched and restricted?"

"Of course, it's because this cage is not only more spacious and expansive, but also provides even greater strength."

Ye responded with a faint smile.

While threats of violence might force the other party to submit in the short term, what Ye wanted was the submission of the White Snake Immortal, not a dead snake.

Over the past few years, Night has discovered that whether it's Shinigami, Hollows, or Miroku, the first Quincy in the ninja world, their existence will bring Night a certain boost to his power.

This is why Yoru's power increased dramatically after he and Yumi created Kushimaru Kurihara, the first Shinigami.

First the Shinigami, then the Hollows, and then the Seireitei.

This is why Night is constantly researching and creating these things, and now he wants to use Shadow Island to spread the power of the Grim Reaper throughout the entire ninja world!

The appearance of each new being who has mastered 'spiritual power' will bring a portion of power feedback to Ye. As long as there are enough beings in this world who have mastered 'spiritual power', then even if Ye does nothing, he will ascend to godhood!

However, Shadow Island alone is far from enough to extend the power of the Grim Reaper to the entire ninja world.

"Besides..."

Ye said with a smile, "There should only be one 'Soul Master' in this world right now, but it's hard to say how many 'Chakra Masters' there are."

"It's clearly coercion and enticement, but why does it sound so convincing coming from your mouth?" The White Snake Immortal grumbled, his raised snake head softening again as he curled up on his throne. "Fine, fine. If I disagree today, the one laughing the loudest will probably be that dead toad..."

"But I'm very curious about what you'll do. Neither that dead toad nor the slug and I are the same as those self-divided guys under your command."

"You should be able to sense it, right?"

"The power within me is as vast as mountains and seas, accumulated over thousands of years! Chakra has long been integrated into this power. Not to mention cutting, chakra even occupies the dominant position among all powers... You can't just ask me to give up this power!"

"Of course not, but the following process may be a little painful."

Ye grinned. What he wanted was the millennia of accumulation within the White Snake Immortal's body, and that immortal power!

The next moment, Ye's figure instantly appeared in front of the White Snake Immortal, and his palm slightly rose and landed on the White Snake Immortal's snake scales.

Two luminous lights, azure and dark blue, appeared in his eyes. The instant his palm touched the White Serpent Sage's serpent body, an immense and domineering soul power surged into it. Almost instantly, the Sage's chakra within the White Serpent Sage's body began to resist, constantly trying to dispel and crush this foreign power.

The intrusion of the foreign energy and the self-resistance of the Sage Chakra within his body caused the White Snake Sage's body to suddenly pause. Immediately afterwards, the White Snake Sage took the initiative to control the Sage Chakra within his body, making room for Night's soul power.

This feeling is unpleasant, like two people being crammed into a single seat.

Even with the intervention of flight attendants and legal restrictions, preventing direct physical altercations, both sides will secretly exert their strength and vie for seats, except when it comes to crowding.

"Om..."

The White Snake Sage shifted uncomfortably, adjusting to the sensation. While preventing an overreaction from his Sage Chakra, he also tried to adapt to this soul power. Only after the soul power had completely settled within his body did Night's hand slowly leave the White Snake Sage's snake body.

"This power will not only gradually replace the chakra in your body, but in the process of replacement, you will also gradually master new powers."

"The power of the soul..." Feeling the spiritual energy within his body, which was like a flame but extremely powerful, the White Snake Immortal snorted softly, "Alright, but this will probably take quite a long time."

"Time should not mean much to an immortal like you who has lived for thousands of years."

"Heh, I was talking about you. I'm afraid you're too impatient. Anyway, I can't help you much until the power is fully converted." The White Snake Immortal picked up his pipe again and commented casually, "At most, I can help you promote it a little, just like that guy under your command, and that will only be after I've mastered that power to a certain extent."

"Then I'll have to trouble you, White Snake Immortal."

"You know this is trouble, right?"

Ye's face was full of smiles.

Although it's unknown what methods the White Snake Immortal will use to promote it, with the Dragon Cave as one of the three sacred sites, the promotion of spiritual power should become much easier.

This operation was incredibly successful and extremely profitable!

After dealing with the White Snake Sage, Yoru didn't stay long in Ryuchi Cave. He then returned to Kirigakure with Orochimaru to continue their research and also began promoting Shadow Island.

However, the White Snake Immortal, who was inside the Dragon Cave and gradually adapting to the power of the soul, was experiencing difficulties.

It wasn't because of the change in power; that process would have proceeded slowly even if he didn't interfere. What truly troubled him was how to promote spiritual power.

Unlike Shadow Isles, which were opened to the public immediately upon their initial construction, the mystery and nobility of the three holy sites have been accumulated and refined over thousands of years. Many people have found Dragon Cave over the past thousand years, but very few have been able to pass the Three Serpent Princesses' test.