Chapter 853: Shinigami: Why Me...!
Chapter 853: Shinigami: Why Me...!
The Shinigami never could have imagined this in its wildest dreams.
What have I done to deserve being targeted like this?
And not just by one, but two!
Whether it was Tang Ping or the Six Paths Sage, they both had their eyes on it.
No matter how precious a treasure it may be, it wasn't worth their pursuit, yet the Shinigami was receiving this special treatment.
There was no choice; both Tang Ping and the Six Paths Sage had each created a sanctuary capable of accommodating souls.
But they weren't like the Shinigami, who existed solely for the sake of souls—a unique being.
In terms of combat power, they could easily defeat the Shinigami.
However, when it came to dealing with souls, the Shinigami far surpassed them.
A mere tool... no, a tool god.
They had to get it at all costs!
Both Tang Ping and the Six Paths Sage felt the same way.
If it weren't for the Six Paths Sage's actions, Tang Ping wouldn't have realized this.
Thinking about how he, like the Shinigami, was personally 'working' in Paradise without a moment's rest, Tang Ping felt an overwhelming sense of urgency.
He didn't want to be a part of such a 'miserable' future!
Facing this 'tragic' future, he even increased his speed.
Soon, he arrived at the giant pit created by the Silver Wheel Reincarnation and jumped right in.
Naruto also jumped down almost simultaneously.
So fast!
Indeed, even though he was far inferior in every aspect, he could perform at such a terrifying level as a stand-in for his father.
As soon as Tang Ping entered the deep pit, his gaze shifted towards the Shinigami behind Jiraiya, the shadowy figure with a blade between its teeth.
Ordinary people couldn't see it, but for someone like Tang Ping, who was an expert in the Soul Field, the Shinigami was as clear as day.
He quickly formed hand seals.
"Ten-Seal Barrier!"
As he spoke, numerous tadpole-like seals spread across the cave walls.
Sealing Technique!
Under no circumstances could they allow the Shinigami to escape; capturing it was the top priority.
This was the perfect opportunity to apprehend it.
Because this time, the Shinigami had appeared in its 'true form'.
Usually, it would summon a clone or a lesser form.
But when the quality of the sacrifice was high enough, the Shinigami's true form would appear.
As for worrying about not being able to defeat it?
Sorry, neither the Six Paths Sage nor Tang Ping had ever considered that.
The gods of the Shinobi World had all escaped from Kaguya-sama's deadly grasp.
If they were truly powerful, they wouldn't have become ninjas.
They might be strong in their specialized abilities, but in terms of combat power, how could they possibly compare to the extraterrestrial Otsutsuki Clan?
This clan specialized in 'planting' trees on various planets.
And the prerequisite for planting trees was strength; they could indeed be considered a combat race.
A race like this, even if their specialized abilities weren't exceptional, didn't mean they couldn't fight.
Hammering a local Shinigami was effortless.
Forget about the Six Paths Sage; even Tang Ping could easily defeat one.
The most challenging aspect of dealing with the Shinigami was its soul-like nature.
Unluckily for the Shinigami, Tang Ping had been researching this field for a long time and could be considered an expert. Dealing with a primitive god like this was genuinely effortless.
The biggest problem was competing with the Six Paths Sage for the 'prey'.
This was the real challenge!
He couldn't possibly outcompete the Sage on his own.
Even if the Sage controlled Naruto's body.
But this body, with its Asura Chakra Transmigrated potential, was terrifying. Naruto might not be able to unleash its full power, but the Six Paths Sage could. So, he needed to free his helper first.
With this thought, Tang Ping slightly altered his direction, originally rushing towards the Shinigami, and instead pounced towards Hyuga Tsukuyuki, who was several dozen meters away. He shouted, "Hold the Shinigami!"
Soul confrontation was a two-way street.
If the Shinigami could capture Hyuga Tsukuyuki's soul, then she could do the same in return.
Ordinary souls were no match for the Shinigami and could be easily extinguished.
The issue was that this was Hyuga Tsukuyuki's soul!
The strength of a soul belonging to a near-Six Paths-level powerhouse was unimaginable.
In terms of combat power, the Shinigami might not even come close to her.
It was only in the soul confrontation that the Shinigami found an opportunity to clash; otherwise, it would have been destroyed long ago.
Hyuga Tsukuyuki, who was already struggling to resist the Shinigami's soul pull, heard the command and, disregarding her safety, grabbed the Shinigami's claw.
The Shinigami's soul claw was something ordinary people couldn't even touch.
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Now, with the opponent grasping Hyuga Tsukuyuki's soul, it gives her the opportunity to counter-touch.
Note that the one holding the Shinigami is not Tsukuyuki's physical body, but her soul, gripping the Shinigami's claws in return.
"Well done!"
Tang Ping had already arrived beside Tsukuyuki and swiftly performed hand seals.
A semi-transparent figure emerged from his body.
If it were Katou Dan or Tsunade, they would instantly recognize that the technique he was using was the infamous S-class Forbidden Technique, 'Spirit Transformation Technique'.
In Tang Ping's opinion, the Leaf Village was wasting this powerful technique.
Use it in battle? How foolish.
This technique allows one to enter the Soul Field, a powerful ninjutsu.
However, ninjas are inherently combat-oriented, and all resources are geared towards combat, which is not surprising.
It can only be said that Tang Ping's Spirit Transformation Technique and Katou Dan's are completely different.
The opponent only knows how to use it, while Tang Ping understands it thoroughly.
Not only is he infinitely more proficient than the opponent, but he can also modify it according to his needs at any time.
The current version has been updated and iterated countless times.
Only after using the Spirit Transformation Technique did Tang Ping gain the qualification to touch the Shinigami.
Indeed, the opponent is a true expert in the soul realm.
The problem is, Tang Ping is even more proficient! The opponent relies on instinct, but he has researched the Soul Field for so many years. There's no reason he can't defeat the opponent.
Just as the Six Paths Sage can resurrect people through his bloodline and ninjutsu.
Tang Ping, on the other hand, resurrects people through knowledge.
Although the effect seems the same, the actual gap is truly exaggerated.
It is from these aspects that he dares to affirm.
The Six Paths Sage is not omniscient!
If the opponent were truly omniscient, Tang Ping would have immediately surrendered and laid low, waiting for the opponent to handle matters. Why struggle?
The spirit body's right hand grasped the Shinigami's claws.
A sense of coldness and suppression made Tang Ping's soul feel immobile.
It's like water suppressing fire.
Shinigami naturally suppresses all souls.
If it weren't for this, Tang Ping and the Six Paths Sage wouldn't have targeted it.
Some things they couldn't do were incredibly simple for the Shinigami.
For example, Tang Ping had to consume a lot of energy and preparation to extract a soul.
But for the Shinigami, it's as simple as a casual claw swipe.
The contrast is obvious.
On the other side, Naruto, as if seeing the Shinigami, touched the opponent and pulled it towards himself.
Several forces countered each other.
Despite the Six Paths Sage having the Pure Land and residing there for a millennium, his research in the soul realm is merely passable.
Tang Ping truly doesn't consider him a 'research' expert.
The opponent adheres to the 'Ninja Way' philosophy.
They believe that chakra can connect people's hearts and form bonds.
Just like the Flame Will, Tang Ping doesn't buy it.
So, in terms of the essence of their souls, Tang Ping might be far inferior to the opponent.
After all, the opponent is a 'Six Paths' level, and their soul has undergone a qualitative transformation, giving them a significant advantage.
What a pity!
It's not the original body.
It's just a projection of consciousness.
Equivalent to a Shadow Clone.
In this situation, how could it be Tang Ping's opponent?
Jiraiya's Shinigami began to show signs of being forcefully 'pulled' by Tang Ping.
Tang Ping naturally wouldn't expose his knowledge of the opponent being the Six Paths' consciousness. From the beginning, he didn't reveal that he knew, not even calling out Naruto's name.
This way, the Six Paths Sage would believe he remained hidden, still in the shadows.
It's all about strategy! The Six Paths Sage thought he was in the dark, but in Tang Ping's eyes, he was completely exposed.
Just as the four parties silently exerted force, a voice suddenly rang out.
"Perverted Sage!"
It was Naruto!!
His consciousness began to awaken.
This also represented... Tang Ping calmly observed the Six Paths Sage.
He wanted to see if the opponent would continue suppressing Naruto's consciousness or leave directly.
After all, a body couldn't accommodate two consciousnesses.
The Six Paths Sage's choice was unexpected.
(End of Chapter)
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