As the Cursed Seal energy flowed into them, they could feel a peculiar, cold force within their bodies. That cold force was continuously absorbing the Natural Energy dispersing around them.
The changes in their bodies were caused by Natural Energy. Of the two known forms of energy in the Shinobi World, Natural Energy surpassed chakra in both application and power.
In the past, there had only been one way for them to obtain Natural Energy: travel to the Three Great Sage Regions. Unfortunately, the extremely high death rate had deterred them. Unless someone was a madman willing to risk their life for power, anyone facing the threat of death would instinctively feel fear.
Some could not wait to activate Cursed Seal Mode Two. The inhuman changes in their bodies did not frighten them. Instead, they experienced unprecedented strength, and that increase in power filled them with satisfaction.
First came the stick, then came the carrot. This group developed a stronger sense of belonging. They understood one thing: by staying at Uchiha Yuu's side, they could obtain everything they wanted—wealth, fame, even the strength that normally required arduous training. Their resolve to follow Uchiha Yuu grew firmer.
"You can go back and slowly experiment with the Cursed Seal. We have more important matters to handle now."
Uchiha Yuu and Nagato exchanged a glance, both understanding what the other meant. Perhaps because he had not spoken for so long, Nagato's voice was hoarse:
"The Tailed Beasts are ready. I can begin the restoration here!"
"Then let them return to the whole."
The powerful figures present had assumed they would inherit the Tailed Beasts' powers again. They had even fantasized about becoming new Jinchuriki and instantly rising to the pinnacle of the Shinobi World. Yet from the conversation between the two, things were