Chapter 526
Ice Release Naruto vs. Eight Gates Sasuke!
Chapter 526 Ice Release Naruto vs. Eight Gates Sasuke!
The next day, early in the morning.
On the training ground of the third exercise area.
Kiyoshi stood on the sidelines, watching Naruto and Sasuke begin their daily sparring.
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!"
Sasuke formed hand seals, and a blazing fireball roared out.
Naruto quickly retreated, his hands forming hand seals as well:
"Water Release: Water Chaos Waves!"
The water and the fireball collided in the air, creating a large amount of white mist.
In the white mist, Naruto created three shadow clones, which pounced on Sasuke from different directions.
"too slow!"
Sasuke sidestepped the first shadow clone's attack, elbowed the second away, and simultaneously kicked the third away with a spinning kick.
But Naruto's true form had already circled behind him, and his fist, accompanied by a whooshing sound, slammed into his back.
"caught you!"
Sasuke's lips curled into a smile, and his body twisted at an incredible angle, his hand precisely gripping Naruto's wrist.
"Gentle Fist Technique: Eight Trigrams Thirty-Two Palms!"
Naruto's expression changed, and he tried to break free, but Sasuke's chakra had already invaded the meridians in his arm.
Let's stop here.
Kiyoshi's voice came through.
The two stopped fighting at the same time and looked at Kiyoshi on the sidelines.
Kiyoshi slowly walked into the training ground.
"Lord Hokage!"
Sasuke and Naruto shouted at the same time.
But what they really wanted to call out was "Father".
Kiyoshi walked up to them, his gaze sweeping over the two children.
"Not bad, they've all made progress."
Kiyoshi nodded.
"But there is still a lot of room for development in your capabilities."
He extended his right hand, the tip of his index finger gleaming faintly.
"Today, I have a gift for you."
"Gift?"
Naruto asked curiously.
A drop of bright red blood seeped from Kiyoshi's fingertip. The droplet gleamed strangely in the sunlight.
"This is my blood."
Kiyoshi said calmly.
"It contains the power of my bloodline. After consuming it, you may awaken new abilities."
Sasuke and Naruto were both stunned.
They knew their father was powerful, but never imagined they could directly inherit his power.
"But remember."
Kiyoshi added.
"Bloodline is merely a tool; true strength comes from your own will and effort."
He controlled the two drops of blood to drift towards Sasuke and Naruto respectively.
"Swallow."
Naruto looked at the blood droplet floating in front of him, hesitated for a moment, and then opened his mouth.
The blood droplet melted instantly upon entering the mouth, and a warm current surged through the body.
Sasuke did as instructed.
The two of them felt the changes in their bodies almost simultaneously.
Naruto felt a strange chakra surging within him, a cold and pure power.
He instinctively reached out his hand, a cold aura gathering in his palm.
Click.
Moisture in the air condensed into ice crystals, forming a delicate ice flower in his palm.
"This, this is..."
Naruto's eyes widened.
"The Ice Escape Blood Succession Limit."
Kiyoshi explained.
"My bloodline contains a combination of multiple bloodlines, and you have awakened one of them."
On the other hand, Sasuke's transformation was more subtle, but equally astonishing.
He closed his eyes, feeling the surging chakra within his body.
If his chakra reserves were a stream before, now they are a great river.
Chakra surges through the meridians, bringing an unprecedented sense of power.
What surprised him even more was that he felt his body itself changing.
Muscles become stronger, bones become denser, and recovery ability is significantly enhanced.
"I feel like my physical condition has improved."
Sasuke murmured.
Kiyoshi nodded:
"Not bad, you two have both improved."
Kiyoshi realized that Sasuke had awakened the physique of the Senju clan.
Naruto looked excitedly at the ice flower in his hand, then at Sasuke:
"Sasuke, let's have another fight!"
Sasuke's eyes also burned with fighting spirit:
"Exactly what I want!"
Kiyoshi stepped back a few paces, giving the two of them some space.
"Let me see your new strength."
Both of them actually inherited these two powers from their genes.
It's just that now, with Kiyoshi's blood, it has been stimulated again.
Naruto nodded and made the first move.
"Shadow Clone Technique!"
This time, he created ten shadow clones.
Ten Narutos rushed towards Sasuke from all directions, each holding a crystal of ice.
Ice Release: Ice Shuriken!
A flurry of ice shurikens hurtled out, covering the entire training ground.
Having just awakened Ice Release, Naruto can instinctively use this power.
Now, without the Nine-Tails' help and having received elite training from Kiyoshi, he can be considered a true prodigy.
He didn't flinch, but instead took a deep breath.
"First door opens!"
Chakra surged within him, and the world seemed to slow down the moment Sasuke opened the First Gate.
Sasuke's figure weaved through the gaps in the ice shuriken.
He easily broke through the shadow clones' encirclement and charged directly at Naruto's main body.
"So fast!"
Naruto exclaimed in surprise and quickly formed hand seals.
"Ice Release: Ice Rock Wall!"
A thick ice wall rose from the ground, blocking Sasuke's way.
Sasuke didn't stop; the muscles in his right leg were tense.
"Eight Gates Formation, Second Gate, Rest Gate, Open!"
Their power surged once again.
He kicked the ice wall, the immense force causing spiderweb-like cracks to appear on its surface, but it did not break.
"The ice is more solid than I imagined..."
Sasuke stepped back and formed hand seals.
Forming the hand seals for Fire Release.
"Fire Release: Great Dragon Fire Technique!"
The blazing fire dragon crashed into the ice wall, the clash of ice and fire creating a large amount of water vapor.
The training ground was shrouded in white fog, and visibility dropped sharply.
Naruto closed his eyes in the mist.
Ice Release grants him a heightened sensitivity to temperature.
Even though he couldn't see, he could sense Sasuke's location through temperature changes.
"There it is!"
He placed his hands on the ground.
Ice Release: Frozen Earth!
Centered on him, the ice spread rapidly, freezing the ground of the entire training ground.
Sasuke felt a chill on his feet; his shoes were frozen to the ground.
"trouble……"
Sasuke opened another gate.
"The Third Gate—The Gate of Life—Opens!"
Green chakra overflowed from his body, and his strength, speed, and reaction all reached a new level.
He forcefully broke free from the ice, blasting a crater in the ground.
But Naruto's attack had already arrived.
Ice Release: Ice Dragon Wave
Two ice dragons burst out of the mist, attacking Sasuke in a crisscrossing pattern.
This is a new technique created by Naruto, imitating Sasuke's "Fire Release: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet". Although it is not yet perfect, its power is amazing.
Sasuke's eyes narrowed.
He no longer holds back.
"Eight Gates Formation, Fourth Gate, Injury Gate, Open!"
A surge of violent chakra erupted into the sky, causing the training ground to crack.
Sasuke's skin turned red and his veins bulged, but he had complete control over the power.
This is the result of Kiyoshi's teachings, which minimized the side effects of the Eight Gates through precise chakra control.
At the same time, Sasuke himself awakened the bloodline of the Hyuga clan, and also has the bloodline of the Senju clan in his body, making his physique even stronger.
Sasuke disappeared from the spot.
The next second, he appeared between the two ice dragons and unleashed both punches simultaneously.
Boom! Boom!
The two ice dragons shattered instantly, turning into countless ice crystals.
Before Naruto could react, Sasuke was already in front of him, his fist stopping right in front of his nose.
"You lost."
Sasuke said.
The green chakra slowly receded, and the Eight Gates Formation was dispelled.
His breathing was a little rapid, but his eyes were bright.
Naruto paused for a few seconds, then laughed.
"Damn it, I lost again... But I'll definitely win next time!"
He stretched out his hand.
Sasuke grasped his hand, and the two smiled at each other.
Kiyoshi walked over, clapping his hands.
"Wonderful."
He commented.
"Naruto, your use of Ice Release is very creative, but you lack systematic training. I will teach you the basics of Ice Release next."
"Sasuke, your mastery of the Eight Gates has exceeded my expectations, but remember, the fourth gate is already your limit. Don't try to open higher gates lightly."
The two children nodded vigorously.
"Go and rest now,"
Qing Si said.
"Training will continue this afternoon."
Watching the two figures leave, a thoughtful look flashed in Kiyoshi's eyes.
It seems that the fates of the two characters are completely different from those in the original story.
…………
Meanwhile, at Kiyoshi's house.
After completing a month-long S-rank mission, Honglian returned home, weary from her journey.
As Kiyoshi's subordinate and... family in a sense, she had the key to the house.
"I am back."
She pushed open the entryway door and called out as usual.
no respond.
Honglian frowned.
Normally, there should be someone at home at this time.
She took off her ninja boots, put on indoor slippers, and went into the living room.
Then, she froze.
Sitting on the sofa in the living room was a girl she had never seen before.
The girl looked to be fourteen or fifteen years old, with her hair casually draped over her shoulders.
She wore a uniquely styled white robe, the soft fabric clinging to her body and outlining the curves of her developing figure.
She was staring intently at a square object in her hand.
That was a portable TV that Honglian had just bought a while ago; she hadn't had time to figure out how to use it yet.
"who are you?"
Honglian immediately went on high alert, reaching for the kunai behind her waist.
Why are you here?
The girl raised her head and looked at Honglian.
Her expression was calm, even indifferent.
"I am Otsutsuki Haguroko."
She answered, her voice cold and indifferent.
"The Hokage is my father."
Honglian's brain went blank for three seconds.
Father?
Lord Kiyoshi has a daughter?
How could she not know?
Moreover, this girl looks to be fourteen or fifteen years old, while Lord Kiyoshi is only in his twenties... The timeline doesn't match up.
Countless questions exploded in Honglian's mind, but she forced herself to calm down.
"evidence."
She said coldly.
"What evidence do you have to prove that you are Lord Qing Si's daughter?"
Otsutsuki Hagoromo tilted her head, seemingly finding the question quite interesting.
“My father said that if a blue-haired woman asks me, I should tell her…”
She thought about it.
"Honglian has a very small butterfly-shaped birthmark on the back of her buttocks."
Honglian's expression changed instantly.
Only a very few people know about that birthmark.
Qing Si is one of them.
But not enough.
"This only proves that Lord Qing Si told you some things, but it cannot prove your identity."
Honglian gripped the kunai tightly.
"Now, please leave here."
Otsutsuki Haeko sighed and put the portable television down.
"Father said you were very vigilant, but I didn't expect it to be this troublesome."
She stood up.
Honglian then noticed that the girl was about the same height as her, but had excellent body proportions, and her slender waist and long legs could not be hidden by her wide robes.
"I will not leave."
"This is my father's house, and it's also my house," said Hagoromo Otsutsuki.
"Then don't blame me for being impolite."
Honglian finally made her move.
The kunai sliced through the air, aiming straight for Hagoromo Otsutsuki's shoulder.
She didn't aim for the vital points, since she couldn't be completely sure of the other person's identity.
But the next moment, Honglian froze.
Otsutsuki Haeko simply turned slightly to the side and avoided her attack.
"Too slow."
"That's what Otsutsuki Haguro commented."
Honglian's eyes narrowed, and she no longer held back.
"Crystal Release: Emerald Crystal Blade!"
She formed hand seals, and her chakra condensed into a pink crystal blade, which she slashed at Otsutsuki Haguro.
This time, Hagoromo Otsutsuki did not dodge.
She stretched out her hand and pointed her index finger in the air.
Honglian was shocked to discover that her Crystal Release began to disintegrate the moment it touched that finger!
"This is impossible..."
Honglian took two steps back, incredulous.
Crystal Release is her proudest bloodline limit, several times harder than diamond. How could it be so easily destroyed?
Otsutsuki Hako retracted her finger, her pure white eyes remaining completely calm.
"Your technique is interesting, but the structure is too fragile."
She commented.
Honglian gritted her teeth, preparing to unleash an even more powerful Crystal Release.
But Otsutsuki Hako had already appeared in front of her.
So fast!
Honglian didn't even see her movements clearly.
A fair hand rested on Honglian's shoulder, seemingly gentle, yet containing immense power.
Honglian felt the flow of chakra in her body instantly stop, and she froze on the spot.
"Now, can you calmly listen to me?"
"Otsutsuki Hako asked."
Honglian stared intently at her, and finally nodded.
Otsutsuki Hako released her grip, and Guren immediately retreated, but ceased her attack.
She knew that the difference in their abilities was too great.
"Are you really Lord Qing Si's daughter?"
Honglian asked in a hoarse voice.
"Ah."
Otsutsuki Hahako nodded.
“They came from a very far place. My father said they would stay here for a while.”
She turned and walked back to the sofa, picking up the portable TV again.
"Perfect timing! I'm not very good at this, but my father said you are. Could you teach me?"
Honglian looked at "Lord Kiyoshi's daughter," who had easily subdued her just a second ago but was now just like an ordinary girl, curious about electronic products, and her feelings were extremely complicated.
But in the end, she still went over.
"This is the switch, and this is the tuning panel..."
As Guren began her explanation, her gaze kept glancing at Hagoromo Otsutsuki.
There are too many mysteries surrounding this girl.
She needs to find out from Qing Si.
…………
On the other side, in the kitchen of the house.
But her expression remained aloof and indifferent, her pure white eyes gazing out the window, revealing no emotion whatsoever.
It's been a day already.
Kiyoshi said he had some things to take care of and left for a day.
Although a day is but a fleeting moment for someone who has lived for a thousand years, for some reason, she felt a slight... unease.
Yes, I feel unwell.
It feels like a part of the body is missing, leaving an empty feeling.
Kaguya Otsutsuki raised her hand and looked at her palm.
That place once held world-destroying power, but now, all she wanted was for that hand to be held by another.
It's a really strange feeling.
Do you want me to cook?
She thought about it and decided to give up.
The last attempt almost blew up the kitchen.
Although Kiyoshi didn't say anything, she could see the smile in his eyes.
That man... always manages to make her do things that don't fit her identity as the "Goddess of the Rabbit".
Kaguya Otsutsuki walked to the sofa, sat down, and picked up a book left behind by Kiyoshi.
It's a novel about human beings, telling a love story.
Otsutsuki Hagoromo and Guren are both on the first floor, while Otsutsuki Kaguya is currently sitting on the second floor.
She read very slowly because she couldn't understand many of the words and concepts.
But one word appears repeatedly.
miss.
What does it feel like to miss someone?
She put down the book and looked toward the door with her pure white eyes.
Perhaps, this is how I feel right now.
…………
In the evening, Kiyoshi returned home.
He appeared directly on the second floor and saw Kaguya Otsutsuki sitting on the sofa, holding a book in her hand, but her eyes were not on the pages.
"I am back."
Qing Si said.
Kaguya Otsutsuki raised her head, her pure white eyes reflecting his image.
Her expression didn't change, but Kiyoshi noticed that her cold aura had softened a bit.
"Ah."
She responded, put down the book, and stood up.
The long dress flowed with her movements, outlining her alluring curves.
She walked barefoot on the carpet toward Kiyoshi.
"Is everything settled?"
She asked.
"almost."
Kiyoshi reached out and naturally put his arm around her waist.
Kaguya Otsutsuki's body stiffened slightly, but she quickly relaxed and even subconsciously leaned closer to him.
"Honglian has met Yuyuko."
Qing Si said.
He could now sense Guren and Hagoromo Otsutsuki talking beneath his feet.
"They had a fight, and then Honglian was teaching Yuyuko how to use the TV."
Kaguya Otsutsuki said calmly.
She was aware of all these things, but had no interest in going down into them.
"Yu Yu Zi won."
"of course."
Kiyoshi was not surprised by this answer.
Although Honglian possesses Crystal Escape and the "Seed of Immortal Curse" bestowed upon her by herself, she is still ultimately within the realm of mortals.
Otsutsuki Hagoromo was a product of the chakra of Kiyoshi and Otsutsuki Kaguya.
After thinking for a while, Kiyoshi lowered his head and looked at the woman in his arms.
Her lips were a very pale color, like a cherry blossom in its first bloom.
Kiyoshi kissed her.
Kaguya Otsutsuki did not resist; in fact, she responded awkwardly. Her hand climbed onto his shoulder, her fingertips applying slight pressure.
For a long time, the lips are divided.
Kaguya Ōtsutsuki's breathing became somewhat rapid, and a faint blush appeared on her cheeks.
"do you miss me?"
Kiyoshi whispered in her ear.
Kaguya Ōtsutsuki was silent for a few seconds before speaking softly:
"do not know."
She paused, then added:
"But time passes very slowly when you're not here."
Kiyoshi smiled and picked her up in his arms.
Kaguya Otsutsuki gasped softly, her arms instinctively wrapping around his neck.
"Put me down."
She said, but there was no struggle.
"Don't let it go."
Kiyoshi carried her towards the bedroom.
"I'll teach you something new today."
…………
The bedroom lights were off, with only simulated moonlight streaming in from the window.
Kiyoshi placed Kaguya Otsutsuki on the bed; the mattress was soft, and she sank into it.
What should be taught?
"Of course, it's Yin-Yang Escape."
Kiyoshi smiled slightly.
Kaguya Ōtsutsuki's body trembled slightly.
She could feel the warmth of Kiyoshi's fingertips and also the reaction of her own body.
Very strange.
She clearly possessed immense strength and could easily push him away, but she didn't want to.
Even... I'm looking forward to it.
…………
evening.
Kaguya Otsutsuki woke up first.
She found herself still lying in Qing Si's arms, his arms wrapped around her waist, his palms pressed against her lower abdomen.
Warm and reassuring.
She turned slightly to face Qing Si.
Kaguya Otsutsuki reached out her hand and gently traced his brow bone, nose bridge, and lips with her fingertips.
It's incredible.
Kiyoshi suddenly stirred and slowly opened his eyes.
"It's evening now."
Kiyoshi said.
"Ah."
Kaguya Otsutsuki responded.
She wasn't wearing any clothes, and there were marks on her skin.
Kiyoshi's hand gently caressed her waist, feeling the delicate touch.
"Does it still hurt?"
he asks.
Kaguya Otsutsuki shook her head.
The Otsutsuki clan has a strong ability to recover, and that discomfort had long since disappeared.
But she didn't say that she actually...missed the feeling of the morning.
The two lingered for a while longer before getting up to wash and prepare for the day.
In the bathroom, Kiyoshi hugged Kaguya Otsutsuki from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder as they looked at the two of them in the mirror.
Kaguya Otsutsuki was combing her hair, her movements still a bit clumsy.
Her hair is long and thick, and it takes patience to comb it.
"I'll help you."
Kiyoshi took the comb and carefully combed his hair.
Kaguya Otsutsuki stood quietly, letting him do as he pleased.
Kiyoshi, on the other hand, was thinking about when he could find an opportunity to let Kaguya Otsutsuki and Mikoto meet.
Ok……
He also needs to deal with Kushina's situation.
After all, he does have many women around him.
Some of the smarter ones had already vaguely guessed something, but chose to pretend they didn't know.
And then there are the others who are completely clueless.
At least for now, Rin Nohara doesn't know anything.
Moreover, Uzumaki Karin had previously become pregnant with his child and gave birth to it soon after.
Kiyoshi rolled his eyes; it was a girl too.
She is Karin's younger sister.
Not long after, Kiyoshi went to the Hokage Building.
Minato Namikaze was also there, and the two discussed some recent border skirmishes.
"The Cloud Village has been making frequent moves lately."
Watergate reported.
"Although there has been no direct conflict yet, small-scale probing is becoming more and more frequent."
Kiyoshi nodded.
"Strengthen border patrols."
"Yes."
After Minato Namikaze stepped back, Kiyoshi leaned back in his chair.
None of this was a problem for him.
If the Hidden Cloud Village dares to come, then they should be prepared to be occupied by the Hidden Leaf Village.
Kiyoshi only had half an hour to go to the Hokage Building to handle the matter.
Half an hour later, he returned home.
First floor.
"Lord Seiji!"
Because Kaguya Otsutsuki and Kiyoshi concealed their chakra, Guren was unaware that the two of them were on the second floor.
Honglian's expression was complicated, showing confusion, grievance, and even a hint of... resentment.
"Shouldn't Lord Kiyoshi offer an explanation?"
Kiyoshi smiled.
"Where is Yu Yu Zi?"
"Watching TV in the living room."
Honglian pursed her lips.
"That child... is very strong, and she says she's your daughter. What's going on?"
Kiyoshi gestured for her to sit down and briefly explained the origins of Otsutsuki Hako.
"It really is Lord Kiyoshi's daughter."
Honglian was greatly surprised.
At the same time, the resentment in his eyes deepened.
She hadn't even... clearly, she hadn't done *that* with Lord Kiyoshi yet.
hateful!
(End of this chapter)