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Chapter 548: The Six Paths Manifests!
Chapter 548: The Six Paths Manifests!
Tang Ping, who had fallen into a deep slumber, suddenly "awakened" in an unknown space.
"Huh?"
Although the surroundings were pitch-black, he could see clearly.
And beneath his feet, it felt like the surface of water; each step created ripples, yet it had a sense of solidity.
These conflicting sensations made Tang Ping realize that his current state was not normal.
Especially when he saw the figure suspended in mid-air, about a meter high, at eye level with him, he instantly understood.
The figure wore a white robe with six magatama emblems on the collar, had horns on its forehead, a long goat beard, and a black staff across its knees.
These details alone were enough to reveal the identity.
But the most crucial evidence was the pair of Rinnegan eyes.
No, they should be called the 'Rinnegan'.
It was as if the figure was openly declaring itself to be the legendary 'Sage of the Six Paths'.
"You've arrived!"
The Sage of the Six Paths gazed kindly at Tang Ping.
Being in the Pure Land, he had paid a significant price to pinpoint Tang Ping and bring him here for this meeting.
"W-Who are you?"
Tang Ping's expression was filled with astonishment as he asked.
Acting!
He was well aware that the figure was Datongmu Yuuichi, but since Datongmu Yuuichi didn't know that he knew, he wanted to use this opportunity to test him.
Even though he had knowledge of Datongmu Yuuichi from his previous life, he had learned many lessons in the Ninja World, understanding that such information could only be used as a reference. So, this was an excellent opportunity to test the waters.
As for why Datongmu Yuuichi could bring him here for a meeting, it wasn't surprising. In the original storyline, Datongmu Yuuichi could meet with Naruto and the Second Hokage with ease, so meeting Tang Ping wasn't out of the ordinary.
However, it was likely not easy for Datongmu Yuuichi to do this, or he wouldn't have done it so rarely.
Tang Ping had also realized the principle behind this.
Chakra! Or, the Ninja Way.
Remember the main principle of the Ninja Way?
'To transform chakra into a bond that connects people.'
It sounded extremely beautiful.
But it was absolutely terrifying upon deeper reflection.
If the 'bond' mentioned here was not just a symbol but also a description of its effect, it proved that chakra could indeed be utilized by the Sage of the Six Paths.
If chakra were likened to software from Tang Ping's previous life, and the Sage of the Six Paths, as the creator of this software, could 'go online' and use the backend to locate users, it wouldn't be difficult.
Of course, it wouldn't be easy for the Sage of the Six Paths to pinpoint a specific user either, as the more users there were, the harder it would be to locate them.
And Yin-Yang Release would be equivalent to the highest permissions in the software, allowing any ninja technique to be erased or made untouchable.
With this in mind, the reason the Sage of the Six Paths could bring Tang Ping here for a meeting was because of the chakra within his body.
However, Tang Ping wasn't worried.
Since the Sage of the Six Paths' true body was in the Pure Land, this place was more like an illusionary space, posing no harm to him.
"I am Datongmu Yuuichi, also known as the 'Sage of the Six Paths'!"
The Sage of the Six Paths introduced himself.
He had a general understanding of Tang Ping.
"What?!"
"You're the Sage of the Six Paths?!"
"The very same Sage of the Six Paths who founded the Ninja Way?!"
...
Tang Ping's face was filled with 'excitement', and his voice trembled.
At the same time, he confirmed something.
The Sage of the Six Paths did not possess prophetic abilities, and he had limited knowledge of Tang Ping's intelligence.
Tang Ping didn't think the Sage of the Six Paths would put on an act in front of him.
In the Sage of the Six Paths' heart, nothing mattered except his mother.
It was like asking if a person would bother to disguise themselves as an ant.
It was simply impossible!
After confirming this, Tang Ping put his mind at ease.
The Sage of the Six Paths probably thought that Tang Ping would affect his plans, which was why he wanted to meet him, rather than discovering Tang Ping's actions.
In the eyes of the Sage of the Six Paths, the entire Ninja World was like a leek field, from which he continuously harvested the souls of powerful ninjas to the Pure Land. However, he didn't care about the state of the leek field; as long as he received his supply of leeks on time, that was all that mattered.
So, Tang Ping's various actions were unknown to the Sage of the Six Paths, and there was no need for him to know.
"Indeed, this time, I've taken the liberty to meet with you, young friend, as I have a favor to ask..."
The Sage of the Six Paths 'gently' spoke.
Originally, he specifically wanted to meet with Tang Ping, the 'New Star of the Ninja Sect', and subtly hoped that he would 'protect' Konoha in the future and not let anything happen to it.
Indeed, the Sage of the Six Paths personally intervened to mediate.
In other words, everyone is a 'fellow member' of the Ninja Sect, and Konoha is the head of the Ninja Sect, it cannot be destroyed by others.
Although Tang Ping felt that something was amiss, he didn't think too much of it.
Next, the Sage of the Six Paths tried to persuade Tang Ping to become a henchman of the Ninja Sect.
In response, Tang Ping neither refused nor took the initiative, and he neither took responsibility nor made any promises, perfectly embodying the 'Four Nos' principle.
"Oh right, I have prepared a gift for you!"
As they were about to part ways, the Sage of the Six Paths left Tang Ping with a puzzling statement.
Whoosh!
Tang Ping opened his eyes and woke up.
The first thing that came into view was the towering Paulownia tree above him, blocking out the sky.
Good news!
Soup Valley is fine.
As long as the Paulownia tree is still there, it means Soup Valley is safe.
Before his slumber, his greatest concern was waking up to find Soup Valley gone.
Now that Soup Valley is fine, it means he won his bet.
The key point is not this, but because he was able to wake up, it actually represents one thing.
He won his bet!
Initially, he decided to accelerate his transformation due to the constant erosion of natural energy in his body, and directly transform his body into a 'Celestial Body' without creating a 'pseudo-Celestial Body'.
The worst-case scenario was to find a way to resurrect after death.
Only with a backup plan would he dare to take such a gamble.
Now it seems he has succeeded.
He feels that with just one command, he can control the surrounding natural energy.
At the same time, the amount of chakra within his body is immeasurable.
"Is this the Celestial Body?"
Although he hasn't tested it yet, Tang Ping is well aware that he has undoubtedly attained the Celestial Body.
And it's not like Senju Asura's 'castrated' version.
Although the other party also has a Celestial Body, compared to the Celestials of the Three Sacred Sites, their lifespan is not on the same level, and their physical enhancements are also weakened.
Even without testing, Tang Ping feels that he can easily live for a thousand years in this state.
Just like the Celestials of the Three Sacred Sites, a thousand-year lifespan is just the beginning; as long as the natural energy doesn't run out, they can continue to live on.
No wonder they dare to call themselves Celestials; they indeed have the qualifications.
Tang Ping has now entered this realm as well.
Furthermore, he has a better understanding of why the Three Sacred Sites don't allow the emergence of other Sacred Sites.
Because he is thinking the same way at this moment.
Hating the other party, understanding the other party, becoming the other party!
He is going through this process right now.
Initially, he was extremely annoyed and hated the Three Sacred Sites for monopolizing natural energy, but after acquiring Soup Valley, he gradually came to understand.
Now, he wants to be like them and suppress any newly emerged Sacred Sites.
Because natural energy is limited.
Once the number of Sacred Sites increases, there won't be enough natural energy to go around.
And natural energy is the foundation for maintaining the "Celestial" state.
For example, Tang Ping must continuously replenish natural energy to maintain his Celestial Body; otherwise, he would 'devolve'.
"But... I'm not like you guys!"
As Tang Ping muttered to himself, a smile crossed his lips.
His Celestial Body is different from that of the Three Sacred Sites.
Faith Energy!
Half of his Celestial Body is constructed with Faith Energy.
In other words, maintaining his Celestial Body requires even less natural energy, and it also supports the transformation of energy within his body.
Whether it's natural energy or faith energy, as long as one type of energy remains, he can continue to maintain his Celestial Body.
Damn!
He's won big time!
Natural energy is hard to come by, and he still has to compete with the Three Sacred Sites for it.
But in terms of faith energy, he's the only one consuming it.
Furthermore, this type of energy will increase crazily as the population grows.
However, after Tang Ping's excitement, he discovered an unpleasant fact.
(End of Chapter)
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