Chapter 291: Fulfilling the Destiny
Chapter 291: Fulfilling the Destiny
"The jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails has appeared once more in this world."
Gazing into the distance at the two Hagoromo Otsutsuki, clad in white robes emblazoned with a magatama, their hair flowing down to their waists, and surrounded by the Chibaku Tensei, Black Zetsu's eyes reflected a complex mix of emotions.
In the real world, it was only a matter of time before Mother returned.
But here, it was impossible.
Even though the world of Tsukuyomi was, to a certain extent, indistinguishable from the real world, there were still some beings that could not be perfectly replicated.
His mother was one such example, and so was he.
Hagoromo Otsutsuki, who had become the jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails, shared a similar realization.
At this moment, he felt a power within him that was qualitatively different from what he had experienced before, as if he had reached a whole new level of strength.
Logically, with such power, his abilities should have improved significantly.
However, after trying, Hagoromo Otsutsuki discovered that while his senses indeed felt enhanced, the actual improvement in his strength was limited.
There was a vast discrepancy between his senses and the reality of his power.
Hagoromo Otsutsuki understood that this was due to the limitations of the Tsukuyomi world.
While powerful, it did not surpass the level of the Six Paths, and thus it could not perfectly replicate the power of a Six Paths being.
So, while Hagoromo Otsutsuki appeared to have become the jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails and gained the power of a Six Paths being, he had not truly transcended to that level.
The power bestowed upon him by the Ten-Tails at this moment, while displaying some abilities unique to Six Paths beings, such as levitation and automatic control of the Chibaku Tensei, still fell short of the true power of the Six Paths when considering his overall performance.
"Hence, it is likely that the Six Paths Sage, Kaguya Otsutsuki, and even Black Zetsu within the Tsukuyomi world are nothing more than background props. After all, their true nature is that of Six Paths beings, and the power of Tsukuyomi cannot fully replicate them. Even if they do exist here, they would be like the current jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails—a mere impoverished version."
However, even in its impoverished state, the process of becoming the jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails and the sensory experiences of the body, soul, and chakra still closely resembled the real thing.
Having witnessed and experienced it himself, Hagoromo Otsutsuki gained invaluable insights into the process of becoming a jinchuriki and mastering its power, which would help him avoid detours when he returned to the real world.
With the imminent threat of the true Kaguya Otsutsuki's arrival, every bit of efficiency he could gain would be advantageous.
"Now, it's time to bring this world to a close."
Hagoromo Otsutsuki snapped back to the present and turned his gaze toward the other self that stood before him, almost identical in appearance.
The other Hagoromo Otsutsuki had also realized the truth that he had just discovered.
With a self-deprecating smile, "Hagoromo Otsutsuki" shook his head and sighed:
"What is illusion, and what is reality? When what you see, hear, smell, taste, and perceive is indistinguishable from the real world, then it can be defined as true."
"While I had thoughts of usurping your body and returning to the real world, deep down, I want to believe that the world beneath my feet is real. Otherwise, what of the ice cream-loving Haret, the diligent Ruri, and the people with their myriad emotions? What would they amount to?"
Hagoromo Otsutsuki understood what "Hagoromo Otsutsuki" was trying to convey.
Similarly, he, too, did not believe that Haret, with whom he had spent the last few days, was merely a puppet.
He had witnessed the sincerity of the girl's emotions, and they had left an indelible mark on his heart.
"I didn't know before I came here, but from the moment I arrived, the people here have become truly alive.
"Yuyi Xuan Yue" wanted to use the power of the Ten-Tails to deal with his true self.
However, when he truly mastered the power of the Ten-Tails, he felt disappointed.
The Ten-Tails was very different from what he had imagined.
Indeed!
This world had its limitations.
And so, the power of the Ten-Tails was also limited.
Because of this, "Yuyi Xuan Yue," although very reluctant to admit it, gained a deeper understanding of the true nature of this world.
He lost the desire to fight.
Even if the impoverished version of the Ten-Tails were complete, without transcending to the Six Paths level, it would be difficult to defeat his true self.
Moreover, half of the Ten-Tails' power had been taken away.
As for overcoming weakness.
They shared the same nature, and his opponent would not give him that opportunity.
Therefore, the outcome of this battle was already predetermined.
With a sigh, "Yuyi Xuan Yue" retracted the power of the Ten-Tails and looked at his counterpart, asking:
"With your current situation, you must be preparing to collect the Ten-Tails and ascend as its jinchuriki. However, that's not your ultimate goal, is it? After all, Kaguya Otsutsuki on the moon has her eyes on you."
Yuyi Xuan Yue nodded.
Already aware of his other self's current state of mind, he calmly replied, "Ascending as the jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails is merely a means to unleash the Infinite Tsukuyomi, gather the chakra of all ninja, and complete my Bloodline Limit."
"That's a good plan. After all, we both know the risks of being the jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails. So, are you ready with your clones?"
Without needing to say more, "Yuyi Xuan Yue" guessed the preparations of his true self.
After all, he was him, and he was him.
Yuyi Xuan Yue nodded again.
"Yuyi Xuan Yue" smiled and said, "In that case, let me lend you a helping hand. Although it's a pity that I can't do it myself, you are the true me. Your achievements will also be mine. This will be the proof that I once existed."
As his words fell.
The Ten-Tails was extracted from "Yuyi Xuan Yue's" body.
Following his instructions, it went to the real Yuyi Xuan Yue, allowing him to experience the feeling of being the complete jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails.
Yuyi Xuan Yue did not refuse this goodwill gesture, and with half of the Ten-Tails' chakra already within him, he effortlessly integrated the Ten-Tails into his body.
In an instant.
Yuyi Xuan Yue became the complete jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails.
Although he had not crossed the threshold of the Six Paths level, he now possessed all the sensations of being the jinchuriki of the Ten-Tails.
At this moment, he took complete control.
Simultaneously.
The "Yuyi Xuan Yue" who no longer had the Ten-Tails within him was reduced to his original form, and even the penetrating wound in his chest had healed due to the power of the Ten-Tails earlier.
But as a jinchuriki, the extraction of the Ten-Tails signaled the beginning of a countdown to his life.
At this moment, he did not look at Yuyi Xuan Yue but instead raised his head to gaze at the clear sky.
"What a beautiful world! Haret, Ruri, Hashirama, and Madara...if only I didn't know the truth," he sighed.
"Do you need me to extend your life?" asked Yuyi Xuan Yue, who had a good grasp of the situation regarding the Ten-Tails.
"Yuyi Xuan Yue" waved his hand dismissively. "It won't make much of a difference. Instead, use that time to deal with those two."
"Look! They've already escaped far away."
(End of Chapter)
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