In the Ten Family's council hall, after seeing off the three Hokage, the atmosphere became somewhat lively. The sisters sat together and began to chat about their recent situations. Over the years, the sisters had been traveling and working hard to find Tsubasa, and in doing so, they had each established their own forces. They all had cultivation paths carefully prepared for them by Tsubasa, and each of them was quite powerful, controlling their own strong forces. But today, they were going to the Branch Family, and their conversation gradually became shrouded in an atmosphere of competition.
"I've awakened the Tenseigan, the evolved version of my Hyuga Clan's Byakugan, a legendary Dōjutsu with boundless power! You could say I'm invincible now." Tian Muyan from the eldest branch spoke of her strength with a hint of pride in her tone. Her eyes gleamed with confidence, as if she had already surpassed everyone else in the world.
"Invincible? Don't be ridiculous." Tian Uguisu from the second wife sneered, her tone clearly disdainful. She had always been competitive with Tian Muyan; since childhood, the two had always been rivals, neither willing to concede to the other, as they went to school together.
"Hmph, if you're not convinced, then come and have a match." A sharp glint flashed in Tian Muyan's eyes. She had never liked Tian Uguisu questioning her strength.
"Excellent, just what I wanted. You didn't know I'd mastered the Ryūchi Cave Senjutsu, did you? This is a good opportunity for you to see it, so you won't be so narrow-minded." Tian Uguisu stood up, her gaze fixed on Tian Muyan like a hawk's. "However, this place is too small. Let's go to the open sea; that's where we can truly unleash our power."
Tian Muyan smiled slightly and nodded, saying, "Alright, let's go to the sea. Don't think you're so great just because you snatched a minor Tsuchikage. You can't even handle a little Moryo."
Tian Uguisu roared, "That guy's hiding! If it comes out, I'll wipe it out in a heartbeat! Tian Muyan, I'll teach you a lesson today!"
Tian Muyan said, "Remember our last battle before our wedding? You lost, and today will be no exception."
Their decision instantly heightened the tension in the council hall. The sisters from the other branches also stood up, all expressing their desire to watch the battle. After all, this was the ultimate showdown between the Sharingan and the Byakugan —it was bound to be spectacular! Both were top-tier cultivators, and no one wanted to miss it.
"Then I'll go take a look too," Tian Flying Swallow said, a hint of anticipation flashing in her eyes.
"Okay, I'll go too," Tian Yukihime chimed in.
"I'll go join in the fun too," Tian Zhiyun said with a smile.
Tian Mai also stood up, a slight smile playing on her lips. "Interesting, I'll go too."
"Since everyone wants to go, let's go together." Tian Yueqing smiled slightly, seemingly already having a plan in mind, but she didn't say anything more.
So the seven sisters left the council hall and flew towards the sea. Along the way, everyone remained silent, the atmosphere somewhat oppressive. Tian Uguisu and Tian Muyan flew at the front; although they didn't speak, their gazes met from time to time, carrying a hint of provocation.
Finally, the group arrived at the open sea. The sea breeze howled and the waves surged, as if cheering for the upcoming showdown. Tian Uguisu and Tian Muyan stood on the sea, gazing at the boundless ocean, their eyes shining with determination.
"Let's begin," Tian Uguisu spoke first, her voice exceptionally clear in the sea breeze.
Tian Muyan moved first. She smiled slightly, a smile tinged with arrogance and confidence. She slowly closed her eyes, took a deep breath, as if communicating with some mysterious power. After a moment, blue light gradually flickered in her eyes, like two dazzling Xingchen. That was the power of the Tenseigan, ancient and powerful, containing endless mysteries.
As her Tenseigan activated, a faint blue light suddenly shone from her body— the Ice Set, a legendary divine weapon. The Ice Set fit her perfectly, and the pair of icy wings on her back seemed to be an extension of her body. She exuded a cold yet powerful aura.
She slowly raised her right hand, Ice Divine Bow appeared in her grasp. Holding the Ice Divine Bow, Tian Muyan stood majestically in the sky, like an ancient deity overlooking all things.
At the same time, Tian Uguisu showed no fear. She also closed her eyes, and her Mangekyō Sharingan began to slowly rotate, like two deep vortexes that drew in the surrounding air. Powerful Senjutsu Chakra gathered within her body, forming a powerful energy whirlwind.
Suddenly, a layer of earthy yellow light shone from her body; it was the Earth Spirit Set. The Earth Spirit Set exuded a heavy and steady aura, as if it contained the power of the earth.
She held the Earth Spirit Divine Spear, a long spear that emitted a faint golden light. Its tip was incredibly sharp, like a blade capable of tearing the heavens and the earth apart. Tian Uguisu held the Earth Spirit Divine Spear like a martial god descending to earth. Her gaze was firm and cold as she stared intently at Tian Muyan, as if trying to see right through her.
Tian Muyan launched the first attack. She smiled slightly, a sly glint in her eyes. She slowly raised the Ice Divine Bow, her blue Tenseigan gleaming as if searching for the perfect moment to strike. Suddenly, she shouted, and the Ice Divine Bow was instantly drawn to its full extent. Streaks of icy blue light converged on the bowstring, forming dazzling arrows.
These arrows, like meteors, carried boundless chill and destructive power, hurtling towards Tian Uguisu. The sheer number and speed of the arrows were unbelievable. They were like a storm, dense and swift, seemingly intent on engulfing the entire world. Tian Uguisu stood there, facing the tempest of arrows, her face showing no sign of panic. She knew this was merely Tian Muyan's test; the real attack was yet to come.
Tian Uguisu smiled slightly, her Mangekyō Sharingan gleaming as if analyzing the trajectory of the arrow. She slowly raised the Earth Spirit Divine Spear, its tip pointing to the sky. A powerful surge of Senjutsu Chakra erupted from her body, gathering at the spearhead. With a soft shout, the Earth Spirit Divine Spear instantly transformed into a golden beam, shooting towards the arrow in the sky. The spear thrusts were like a forest, each strike carrying immense power and boundless might.
Like a general charging across the battlefield, Tian Uguisu single-handedly withstood the tidal wave of arrows. However, Tian Muyan's arrows were simply too numerous, and despite Tian Uguisu's formidable spear thrusts, she could not completely withstand the onslaught. She could only rely on the defensive capabilities of the Earth Spirit Set to struggle through the attack.
Seeing Tian Uguisu's tenacity, Tian Muyan smiled slightly, a hint of admiration flashing in her eyes. She knew that Tian Uguisu's strength was not to be underestimated, but she would definitely not let her off easily. She raised the Ice Divine Bow again, her blue Tenseigan gleaming as if searching for Tian Uguisu's weakness.
Tian Muyan shouted, drawing the Ice Divine Bow to its full draw once more. Golden rays of light converged on the bowstring, forming even more dazzling arrows. These arrows, carrying boundless chill and destructive power, shot towards Tian Uguisu. This time, the arrows were more numerous and faster, seemingly intent on completely engulfing Tian Uguisu.
Tian Uguisu frowned slightly when she saw Tian Muyan's attack. She knew that she could no longer continue to defend passively, otherwise she would be defeated by Tian Muyan's arrows sooner or later.
Tian Uguisu slowly closed her eyes, took a deep breath, as if communicating with some mysterious power in the world. After a moment, a faint golden light suddenly shone on her body—the power of the Ryūchi Cave Sage Mode. Her Mangekyō Sharingan gleamed, as if observing Tian Muyan's attack trajectory. Her body suddenly became incredibly light. She slowly raised the Earth Spirit Divine Spear, its tip pointing at Tian Muyan, and a powerful Senjutsu Chakra flowed from her body, gathering at the spear tip.
Tian Uguisu smiled slightly, and the teleportation skill of the Earth Spirit Set suddenly activated. She vanished from her spot in an instant, as if she had never been there at all.
Seeing Tian Uguisu's sudden disappearance, Tian Muyan smiled slightly, a sly glint in her eyes. She knew this was Tian Uguisu's teleportation skill; although powerful, she had a way to deal with it. Suddenly, a faint golden light shone from her body, pushing everything away—the repulsive and attractive power of the Tenseigan. A powerful energy formed around her body, seemingly capable of blasting away anything that approached her.
The moment Tian Uguisu appeared through spatial teleportation, she was blasted away by the repulsive force of the Tenseigan, appearing somewhat powerless. Her body was sent flying by a powerful force, shooting towards the distant sea like a shooting star. Her body tumbled in the air, her Earth Spirit Divine Spear still being swung in her hand.
Seeing Tian Uguisu being knocked away, Tian Muyan smiled slightly, a smug glint in her eyes. She knew she had gained the upper hand, but she was determined to completely subdue this arrogant Tian Uguisu.
She quickly raised the Ice Divine Bow again, drawing it Ice Divine Bow once more. A cascade of icy blue light converged on the bowstring, forming even more dazzling arrows. These arrows, carrying boundless chill and destructive power, shot towards the blasted Tian Uguisu. This time, the arrows were more numerous and faster, seemingly intent on completely engulfing the Tian Uguisu.
Tian Uguisu frowned slightly upon seeing Tian Muyan's attack. She knew she was in dire straits, but she would never give up easily. She slowly closed her eyes, and a faint golden light suddenly shone from her body—the defensive ability of the Earth Spirit Set. Her body was enveloped in a layer of golden light, as if forming an indestructible defensive line.
However, Tian Muyan's arrows were simply too numerous. Despite Tian Uguisu's strong defensive capabilities, she still couldn't completely withstand the onslaught. Her body was struck by arrows, producing a series of dull thuds. Blood flowed from her body, staining her clothes red. Yet, Tian Uguisu did not flinch in the slightest. Her gaze remained resolute, and she continued to wield the Earth Spirit Divine Spear in her hand.
At the critical moment of life and death, Tian Uguisu roared, and the defensive capabilities of her Earth Spirit Set were instantly activated. Her body was enveloped in a layer of golden light, as if forming an unbreakable defensive line. However, Tian Muyan's arrows were simply too numerous. Despite Tian Uguisu's powerful defensive capabilities, she still could not completely withstand the attack of these arrows. Her body was struck by arrows, making a series of dull thuds. Blood flowed from her body, staining her clothes red.
Finally, under everyone's watchful eyes, Tian Uguisu was struck by Tian Muyan's attack, falling into the sea and disappearing from sight. Countless icy arrows followed, shooting into the sea, instantly turning this area into a frozen expanse.
Tian Uguisu struggled desperately to break free of the icy domain imbued with sealing power, her eyes filled with resentment as she looked up at Tian Muyan, who appeared like a god in the sky.
"You won, but I'm not convinced." Tian Uguisu panted, her eyes fixed on Tian Muyan. "I'll make you taste what it's like to be defeated by me someday."
"Hmph, if you're not convinced, then keep trying. Before my divine eyes, you're utterly powerless." Tian Muyan smiled slightly. She knew Tian Uguisu's personality; this defeat would only motivate her to work harder.
"I will." Tian Uguisu raised her head, her eyes shining with determination. "My Ryūchi Cave Divine Dragon Sect will definitely surpass your Moon Goddess Palace."
"Haha, you overestimate yourself. My Moon Goddess Palace already has hundreds of exceptionally talented disciples, while your Ryūchi Cave is nothing but a bunch of stinking snakes. Do you really think you can contend with me with those methods? You're too naive." Tian Muyan sneered. She didn't believe Tian Uguisu could surpass her.
"In that case, let's have another competition in five years," Tian Uguisu said. "Then, let our children or disciples compete."
"Alright, five years from now, let our descendants decide the outcome." Tian Muyan nodded, secretly determined to make her Moon Goddess Palace the strongest in the world.
"Interesting," said Tian Mai from the Wuji Sect of the Mount Myōboku Limitless Sect. "I'd like to join in too."
"Great! A competition among all seven branches would be much more interesting." Tian Yueqing smiled slightly, already having a plan in mind. "From now on, each of the seven branches will be scattered across the land, each with its own power. A competition every five years will not only strengthen bonds between them but also motivate everyone to strive to develop their own power."
"Good idea." Tian Flying Swallow nodded, a hint of anticipation flashing in her eyes. "Then it's settled."
"I agree," Tian Yukihime echoed, secretly resolving to make her forces the strongest.
"Okay." Tian Zhiyun smiled slightly; she already had her own plan in mind.
"Then let's set the next competition location in the Shikkotsu Forest," Tian Yueqing said. "That's where my husband cultivates and disappears, so it's a good opportunity to test everyone's strength, and it'll be very meaningful."
"Alright, let's settle on Shikkotsu Forest." Everyone nodded in agreement.
Thus, the seven sisters made an important pact at sea: to compete every five years, each determined to do their utmost to train their children and disciples, and to triumph in the next competition in the Shikkotsu Forest.