The Power of the Rinnegan

Not long after, Su Zheng awakened the Rinnegan. It was just as he had thought; this was the true evolutionary path of the Sharingan. The Uchiha clan of later generations had strayed from this path and failed to unleash their true potential!

Since awakening the Rinnegan, his ocular techniques had also evolved!

The "Abirā" in his left eye evolved into "Kami-Name": it allowed him to clearly see fate, the past and future of his targets, and directly dissolve/erase this fate, re-establishing the rules of the world!

The "Ōtsumi" in his right eye evolved into "Kami-Nagi": it could directly rewrite reality!

"This..." Su Zheng was utterly shocked. Such power was like wielding two of the Uchiha's forbidden jutsu with ease!

Furthermore, his eyes had also changed!

His left eye remained unchanged, still a red iris with a Taijitu symbol within. His right eye, however, displayed the purple ripples of the Rinnegan, and the original Taijitu symbol had transformed into a Bagua symbol!

The left eye's Taijitu corresponded to chaos and fate; the right eye's Bagua corresponded to reality, a perfect match!

Su Zheng immediately showed his eyes to Tsunade. Tsunade was overjoyed; her man was even more powerful!

There was one jutsu that Su Zheng couldn't wait to try.

Snap! Su Zheng brought his hands together in front of his chest, forming the "Snake" hand seal!

"Wood Style: Deep Forest Emergence!!"

Rumble! Rumble!

The earth churned, and countless trees erupted from the ground, rapidly growing into towering giants. Beside Mount Five Fingers, this dense forest completely enveloped the mountainside!

The area covered was approximately 50 kilometers, vast and truly breathtaking!

Tsunade was also astonished. Her man had mastered her grandfather's power! This "Wood Style," which had once pacified a warring era, was even more formidable in his hands!

Su Zheng retracted the jutsu and, looking at the dense forest, felt a surge of joy. He was one step closer to that day.

Now, all that remained were Yin-Yang Release and Sage Mode! He would gradually master Yin-Yang Release, but Su Zheng planned to fully hone his body before learning Sage Mode.

He intended to battle the strong individuals of the Five Great Nations to temper himself.

After discussing this with Tsunade, she surprisingly refused. Su Zheng had no choice but to resort to his family's methods—a severe punishment!

Su Zheng held Tsunade, gazing at her peaceful sleeping face. He left a kiss on her forehead and turned to depart.

Land of Earth, Stone Village.

"Third Tsuchikage-sama, a ninja from Amegakure named Su Zheng is here to see you!" a Stone Village ninja reported.

"Oh! Su Zheng? Isn't he Hanzo's nephew? Did he say why he's here?" the middle-aged Onoki asked with interest.

"No, he only said he was here to see you!"

"Hmm!" After a moment of thought, Onoki decided to meet him. After all, not many people possessed such courage.

He then commanded, "Alright, take him to the rocky field. Tell him I'll be waiting there!"

"Yes!"

Su Zheng was led to a place filled with scattered rocks and boulders, a very open area likely used for training.

Before long, Onoki arrived with two Stone Village Jonin.

A short man with a rather amusing appearance, a large nose in the center of his face, and wearing the Tsuchikage's hat was undoubtedly Onoki!

Su Zheng observed Onoki, and Onoki observed him. A young man, aside from his handsome features, seemed unremarkable.

Onoki looked at Su Zheng and asked, "Su Zheng, you must be Hanzo's nephew. What brings you to my Stone Village?"

Su Zheng smiled and replied, "I am here solely as an individual, with no connection to Amegakure or my uncle."

"I've had some insights into my training today and wish to spar with the strong individuals of the Great Nations. I hope you will permit it!"

"What?" Onoki almost laughed. What kind of eccentric was this? Was he trying to probe Stone Village's defenses?

"No, what can he do alone? Especially within Stone Village!"

Onoki could never have imagined that Su Zheng simply wanted to fight and hone his own strength.

After pondering for a while with no clear answer, Onoki said, "I'll give you one chance. You can still leave now!"

Su Zheng remained still, standing in the center. "I merely wish to spar with Stone Village's strong fighters and have no ill intentions!"

"Fine! Since you won't leave, you're not leaving at all!" Onoki said coldly. Did he think Stone Village was easy to bully?

"Tsuchikage-sama, why don't we test his strength first? It's not too late for you to intervene?" one of the Stone ninjas suggested.

"Very well!"

"Let's go, Ishan!" a Stone ninja immediately formed hand seals, "Earth Style: Dust Spreading Formation!"

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

Countless stones shot towards Su Zheng at high speed, while the other ninja's prepared jutsu also attacked.

"Earth Style: Earth-Style Wall!"

Boom, boom, boom! The rising earth wall blocked the flying stones and rock pillars completely, standing firm!

"Earth Style: Earth Splitting Palm!"

"Earth Style: Rock Iron Cannon Technique!"

The two ninjutsu occurred almost simultaneously. Just as the Earth-Style Wall was cut and vanished, the enlarged boulder in the air reached Su Zheng.

"Not bad!" Su Zheng curled his lips.

Boom, boom, boom!

A blue chakra armor appeared, blocking all the boulders. Onoki was also a bit surprised. "In such a short time, it's impossible to release ninjutsu. What is this blue armor? Is it Susanoo?"

"No, the size, and he's not even an Uchiha. This is just his ninjutsu!" Onoki quickly dismissed the idea. Since the time of Madara Uchiha, no power had ever made him feel this way!

"Earth Style: Rock Plate Coffin!" Two Stone Village ninjas cooperated to cast it. Rocks quickly gathered, trapping Su Zheng inside.

Boom!

In just a few seconds, the rock mass was shattered, and Su Zheng broke free.

Even such powerful ninjutsu couldn't trap him. It seemed he had to use stronger techniques!

"Ishiyama, use that!" one of the Stone Village ninjas shouted.

"Alright!"

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

Several kunai carrying flash bombs attacked Su Zheng. "Hmph!" A burst of intense light struck, making Su Zheng unable to open his eyes!

"Earth Style: Moving Earth Core!"

The ground Su Zheng stood on rapidly lifted, while a Stone Village ninja hovered above, ready to strike.

"Earth Style: Fissure Fist Technique!" The ninja, encased in powerful rock, descended rapidly. Under the pincer attack, they heavily struck Su Zheng's armor.

Boom!

Amidst the dust, a Stone Village ninja was sent flying backward, crashing heavily against the rock wall in the distance.

"Earth Style: Underworld Swamp!"

The area where Onoki stood was quickly covered by a constantly sinking swamp. Fortunately, he was alert and quickly flew up. However, that Stone Village ninja could only sink into the depths of the swamp!

Onoki looked at Su Zheng not far away, his body radiating a blue chakra armor. He narrowed his eyes and said solemnly, "You are remarkable. You can quickly assess the strengths and weaknesses of both sides and choose the appropriate attack method!"

"Unfortunately, since you've provoked my Stone Village, you won't be leaving alive!"

Su Zheng smiled brightly and said, "Come on, let me see the might of Two-Headed Onoki!"

"But before that, I need to prevent anyone from disturbing us!"

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

Su Zheng created four clones and set up a barrier, "Barrier Ninjutsu: Four Violet Flames Formation!"

Boom, boom, boom!

A huge purple formation rose, completely enveloping the two of them.

Onoki watched Su Zheng's actions without concern. No one could escape from him intact!