Immortal Venerable Academy, Martial Arts Arena.
An internal sparring session is underway. In the audience, former sparring partners such as Kakashi Hatake, Obito Uchiha, Might Guy, and Asuma Sarutobi, as well as many high-ranking figures from the Shinobi World, are all present.
In the arena, Sasuke Uchiha against Naruto Uzumaki.
Without exchanging many words, the two collided instantly.
Sasuke summoned divine lightning from the heavens with his Tianya Sword, unleashing Isshiki " True Art of the Divine Sword Wielding Thunder," a purple sword aura tearing through the sky, containing the will of judgment and destruction.
Naruto let out a long laugh, and his Instant Space Sword traced a profound trajectory, " Flying Thunder God: Unlimited Blade Works: Dance of the Storm!" In Setsuna, the entire training ground seemed to be filled with countless sword shadows containing the tearing power of Wind Release, and space itself was twisted and folded.
The battle between the two was no longer a simple clash of Ninjutsu, but a collision of laws and Sage Art, a battle between "Dao" and "Dao". Thunder and storms raged, sword intent intertwined with space, leaving all the "veteran" powerhouses present dumbfounded.
"This... this is really a kid who has only been cultivating for three years?" A Yotsuki's mouth dropped open. He knew he wouldn't last a single move against that thunderous sword aura.
Kakashi Hatake narrowed his eyes, his tone complex. "Sasuke Uchiha's Lightning Release has transcended the realm of 'technique' and touched upon the very essence of laws. Naruto Namikaze's spatial manipulation has also far surpassed that of Minato Namikaze back then. Their rate of progress... is terrifying."
Obito Uchiha: "Tsk, such monstrous Celestial-grade talent, it's a pity I only have Heavenly-grade talent!"
Might Guy, his blood boiling, cried out, "This is youth! Xingchen! Fight me again after we get down! Let's see if your Taijutsu is stronger, or my Eight Gates Released Formation is more powerful!"
Asuma Sarutobi exhaled a smoke ring (a habitual gesture, though he hadn't actually lit one), and smiled wryly, "Compared to them, we've really wasted these past few decades. That Nara Clan kid, the formations he's set up now, I can't even understand them."
Looking at the dashing Rēji Senju in the arena, Tsunade said with a look of satisfaction, " Nawaki, your daughter is truly remarkable now. You'd be so smug if you knew."
Looking Hyuga Hiashi Hinata resembled a fairy from the moon palace, Hiashi Hyuga felt immensely gratified. The glory of the Hyuga Clan would blossom in his daughter's hands.
Meanwhile, the other disciples displayed their unique abilities. Hinata's Sun and Moon Essence Wheels, unleashing the power of Xingchen like a cascading galaxy; Rin'er's Ode to Life danced, the essence of life and death shifting, causing all trees to submit; her Star Fist struck like a dragon, its pure power shaking the void; the Kirin Cat's Beast Taming Bell, accompanied by wind, fire, and thunder, displaying extraordinary power...
The disciples also displayed formidable strength. Madara Uchiha (young) wielding Gunbai was able to briefly spar with a sparring partner at the Late Golden Core and remain undefeated!
The sparring session ended without a clear winner, but everyone knew that these young disciples had truly grown up. Even the weakest of them, the nominal disciples, possessed the strength of the Early Golden Core stage. As for the personal disciples, they stood firmly at the top of the Shinobi World's pyramid, second only to a handful of people like Tenchu and Tian Yu.
Tsubasa looked at his transformed disciples, a satisfied smile spreading across his face. Three years of dedicated training had finally yielded fruitful results. The flame of hope was burning brightly.
"Excellent!" Tsubasa's voice echoed throughout the training ground, "You have not disappointed me, nor have you disappointed the Shinobi World!"
His gaze swept over the young yet resolute faces, and he said in a deep voice, "But remember, this is only the beginning! The path to Immortal King is long and arduous. Your Mirai enemies may far exceed your imagination. Consolidate your cultivation, deepen your understanding, and hone your combat skills! The real test is how to comprehend the Dao and break through to the Immortal King!"
"Yes, teacher!" Eleven voices, in unison and with resounding force, echoed through the sky, carrying boundless confidence and fighting spirit.
Tsubasa looked up at the sky. Space was far from peaceful. The Ōtsutsuki Clan's attack was approaching, and a new storm might be brewing. But Tsubasa was mentally prepared to meet any challenge... The Shinichi of Shinobi World's backbone he had nurtured had grown up and was just waiting for the golden lotus to bloom!
Just as the Shinobi World was in the midst of rebuilding its space defenses and cultivating Immortal King talents, hundreds of light-years away in the depths of the universe, in the center of the " God Tree City " on the Ōtsutsuki Homeworld (430520223), there stood a majestic palace that seemed to be carved from white jade divine wood.
The city lord, Ōtsutsuki Genshō, a man with a handsome, almost otherworldly face, wearing a magnificent white robe, and with a third golden vertical eye on his forehead, sat upright on the throne with his eyes closed.
Suddenly, the void in front of him rippled, and a leaf-shaped rune, shimmering with a faint red light, quietly shattered, turning into specks of light and dissipating.
Ōtsutsuki Genshō suddenly opened his eyes, a hint of shock and anger flashing in his golden pupils.
"The... flame of life's imprint has vanished." His deep voice echoed in the hall, tinged with disbelief.
Upon hearing this, the powerful members of the Ōtsutsuki Clan standing below all changed color.
"Lord of the City, this... how is this possible? Lord Lan is a Domain Level expert! How could that backward Wild Star possibly have the ability to kill him, or even annihilate our clan's 10,000-strong army?" A Ōtsutsuki wearing silver armor exclaimed.
Ōtsutsuki Genshō did not answer. His third golden vertical eye slowly opened, and an invisible ripple spread out, as if tracing and sensing something. After a moment, his brows furrowed.
"That star field is too far away... it's been interfered with by some powerful spacetime-blocking force, making it impossible to trace clearly. However, at the last moment, Lan transmitted back some fragmented pieces of information..." His eyes flashed coldly, "That wild star has a Domain Level expert in charge! Moreover, its domain... is very peculiar, carrying a... repulsive life force and the will of all living beings."
" Domain Level?! How could a Wild Star possibly produce Domain Level?" The Domain Level experts were even more shocked.
"It seems we underestimated that wild planet." Ōtsutsuki Genshō slowly stood up, an oppressive aura filling the entire hall. "To kill General Lan, that Domain Level expert must be quite powerful, at least Mid Domain Level, or even higher. Moreover, they seem to possess some kind of powerful spacetime-blocking force."
He pondered for a moment, then ordered, "Send more ' Shadow Scouts ' to infiltrate that star system at any cost. I need to know the current situation of that planet, detailed information about that Domain Level expert, and all their defensive capabilities!"
"Yes!"
"Furthermore," a cold glint flashed in Ōtsutsuki Genshō's eyes, "Notify the surrounding cities that we have discovered a 'tough nut to crack' wild planet possessing Domain Level powerhouses and unique technology, and we wish to seek cooperation for a joint expedition. Tell them that interests are negotiable."
He gazed at the endless starry sky outside the hall, a cold smile curving his lips, "A civilization possessing Domain Level expert... its planetary origins must be even more powerful and delicious, perhaps even holding great secrets. It's worth... investing even more resources in it."