Ryūchi Cave.
As one of the Three Great Sage Regions, it was said that only those who visited with sincere hearts were qualified to seek an audience with the White Snake Sage.
The exact method of entering was unknown. Without a guide, it was practically as difficult as ascending to the heavens for ordinary people to get in.
So far, only Kabuto Yakushi—the orphanage director and dream-fulfillment master—had successfully learned Ryūchi Cave's Sage Mode.
Then there was Boruto, who, according to the original story, had accidentally arrived at Ryūchi Cave while searching for Mitsuki and met the strongest snake summoning beast, Garaga.
Anyway, the threshold for entry was absurdly high. Like making a pilgrimage, one had to maintain a devout heart.
After a great deal of trouble, hazy clouds and mist rose for no apparent reason. Amid the billowing white fog, the gates to the sage region slowly opened.
With his Jōgan active, Boruto could see a gateway standing at the end of the thick mist. Golden characters were clearly etched onto its plaque, while golden lanterns hung all along the beams.
—Ryūchi Cave!
Now that's what I call impressive, Boruto marveled inwardly.
He remembered that before reaching the central temple, there were three trials in total. The White Snake Sage's three capable subordinates would each set one.
The fog posed no obstacle to the Jōgan's sight. Boruto calmly walked forward as though traversing flat ground.
The moment he crossed the gate, the surrounding environment instantly changed. The mist dispersed, revealing a towering castle ahead.
The castle gates stood completely open, as if welcoming passing guests to come in and rest. Its interior was grand and magnificent, and the crimson carpet woven with golden threads exuded extreme luxury.
But for Boruto, who possessed the Jōgan, even Genjutsu of this level