Chapter 65: Return

Madara Uchiha gazed at the Light Sphere before him and asked in a deep voice, "If I exchange bloodlines, what will happen to my original Uchiha Clan bloodline?"

Ripples spread across the Light Sphere's surface, and a calm voice replied, "When exchanging bloodlines, if you already possess a bloodline, you may choose to replace it or fuse bloodlines. However, note that the result of fusion is unpredictable."

Madara listened, his brows furrowing slightly. He fell silent for a moment, then let out a cold snort.

"My Uchiha Clan's bloodline is the noblest bloodline there is — how could it be polluted by other inferior bloodlines!"

As the strongest of the Uchiha Clan, Madara Uchiha held absolute confidence and pride in his own bloodline. In his view, no bloodline could compare to even one ten-thousandth of the Uchiha bloodline.

Madara Uchiha then proceeded to check the other exchange options.

【Skill: Sun Breathing】

【Rank: Three-Star】

【Origin: Demon Slayer】

【Introduction: The oldest and most powerful breathing technique in the Demon Slayer Corps】

【Effect: Through breathing, draw large amounts of oxygen into the blood within the body in a short time, greatly boosting physical capabilities. Maintaining Total Concentration Breathing constantly in daily life can gradually strengthen physical constitution.】

【Exchange Points: 10000 points】

Madara Uchiha examined the Sun Breathing introduction carefully, a flicker of interest flashing in his eyes.

Chakra energy is produced by combining Spiritual Energy and physical energy; if one can improve their physical constitution, it can also greatly increase chakra capacity.

However, when his gaze fell on the exchange points, his expression darkened.

"What a pity. My exchange points fall far too short."

Madara Uchiha recalled the information transmitted by the Main God Space earlier and immediately said, "Main God, I want to sell the ninjutsu: Great Fire Annihilation."

【Recycle Failed: Fire Release: Great Fire Annihilation already exists, cannot be recycled again.】

Madara was slightly startled, then continued to try: "Fire Release: Dragon Fire Technique."

【Recycle Failed: Fire Release: Dragon Fire Technique already exists, cannot be recycled again.】

Madara's brows knitted tighter. He began trying some rarer ninjutsu. "Uchiha Flame Formation."

【Recycle Failed: Uchiha Flame Formation already exists, cannot be recycled again.】

A look of disbelief flashed in Madara's eyes. He gritted his teeth and said, "Then what about Izanagi?"

【Recycle Failed: Izanagi already exists, cannot be recycled again.】

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"How is this possible? Even all of the Uchiha's Secret Transmission Jutsu have already been recorded?" Madara's eyes went stark wide, his face full of disbelief.

He took a deep breath, striving to calm the turmoil in his heart. Madara closed his eyes, carefully recalling every ninjutsu he had mastered.

He raised his hand, fingertips lightly touching the Light Sphere's surface. "Main God, I want to sell the Wood Release ninjutsu: Wood Release: Deep Forest Emergence."

【S-Rank ninjutsu: Wood Release: Deep Forest Emergence, appraised as Four-Star Skill, Recycle Success, gained Exchange Points: 1000 points】

Madara's brows lifted slightly, the corner of his mouth hooking into a faint, barely-there smile. He continued: "Wood Release: Cutting Technique."

【C-Rank ninjutsu: Wood Release: Cutting Technique, appraised as Two-Star Skill, Recycle Success, gained Exchange Points: 50 points】

"Wood Release: Wood Clone Technique."

【B-Rank ninjutsu: Wood Release, Wood Clone Technique, appraised as Three-Star Skill, Recycle Success, gained Exchange Points: 500 points】

Watching the Exchange Points rapidly increase, a trace of satisfaction flashed in Madara's eyes. He murmured lowly: "It seems Hashirama's ninjutsu still hold some value. A pity I don't have mastery over many Wood Release ninjutsu."

He knew continuing to try would be meaningless, so he shifted his attention back to the shop interface, searching for something he could exchange for.

Soon an item caught his interest.

【Item: Muzan's Blood】

【Rank: Two-Star】

【Origin: Demon Slayer】 【Introduction: A sample of Muzan Kibutsuji's blood, containing the Demon King's powerful power.】

【Effect: Upon consumption, the user will transform into a low-ranking Demon and gain a unique Blood Demon Art. If the body cannot withstand the power of the Demon King's blood, the user's flesh may collapse, and they may lose their sanity.】

【Exchange Points: 1000 points / one drop】

Madara Uchiha looked at the introduction before him, the corner of his mouth curving slightly upward, a calculative glint flashing in his eyes.

"Main God," Madara suddenly spoke, his tone calm and determined, "exchange all my points for Muzan's Blood."

【Muzan Blood exchange successful, deducted 7000 Exchange Points】

As the system notification sounded, a blood-red syringe appeared out of thin air before Madara Uchiha. The liquid inside emitted an eerie glow, pulsing faintly as if alive.

"Seven drops of Muzan's Blood," Madara reached out to take the syringe, murmuring lowly, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes.

Madara carefully stowed the syringe, his gaze returning to the Light Sphere before him, and said, "Main God, Return to Ninja World."

The words barely fell before Madara felt a wave of dizziness, then his vision went black.

The next second, Madara Uchiha slowly opened his eyes, the surrounding scenery gradually clearing.

Familiar cave stone walls came into view, the damp air permeated with a faint musty smell.

He discovered he was leaning against that stone chair, in the exact same posture as when he had left.

Suddenly, ripples surged on the ground. White Zetsu and Black Zetsu's figures slowly emerged from the ground, their gazes fixed straight on Madara.

"Madara-sama," White Zetsu spoke, his voice carrying obvious bewilderment, "You suddenly disappeared yesterday. We searched for you all day, yet found no trace."

Black Zetsu remained silent, but those yellow eyes stared tightly at Madara, as if trying to discern something from him.

Madara raised a brow slightly; it seemed the time flow on both sides was equivalent — his self here had directly vanished for a day.

His expression unchanged, he said indifferently, "I had some matters to handle, so I left for a period of time."

White Zetsu tilted his head, asking curiously, "What matter? Where did you go, Madara-sama? We really searched every corner."

"Do I need to report to you where I go?" Madara said coldly, his voice carrying a hint of displeasure.

White Zetsu shrank his neck, hurriedly waving his hands: "Of course not, Madara-sama. We were only worried about your safety."

Madara stood up, looking down at the two Zetsu from above. His gaze carried a trace of pressure, causing the two Zetsu to unconsciously retreat half a step.

"My whereabouts are none of your concern," Madara said indifferently. "Just remember your task."

At this moment, Black Zetsu quietly watched Madara, complex light flashing in his eyes.

"Where exactly did Madara go?" Black Zetsu thought silently to himself. "Why can't I even sense his existence?"

A trace of unease spread in Black Zetsu's heart. Black Zetsu recalled his meticulous layout over countless past years. He had guided Madara step by step onto the predetermined track, paving the way for Kaguya's resurrection.

Every step was under his control, until yesterday Madara Uchiha suddenly disappeared.

"No, I absolutely cannot let any accident ruin my plan," Black Zetsu silently resolved. "What exactly is Madara hiding? It seems I must monitor Madara's every move more carefully."

Madara Uchiha turned around, his gaze sharply fixed on Black Zetsu. "Black Zetsu, you go capture a Jonin of the Uchiha Clan and bring him back."

Black Zetsu was slightly stunned, alarm bells ringing in his heart. He asked cautiously, "Madara-sama, why suddenly..."

Madara raised his hand to interrupt Black Zetsu's words, his voice low: "The original plan is canceled. The Moon's Eye Plan must be accelerated."

"Accelerated?" Black Zetsu forced his voice under control. "Madara-sama, isn't this too risky? Our original plan..."

Madara coldly glanced at Black Zetsu and interrupted: "Are you questioning my decision?"

Black Zetsu hurriedly lowered his head. "No, I'm just worried..."

"No need for you to worry," Madara said indifferently. "Just do as I say."

Black Zetsu gritted his teeth and finally nodded in agreement. "Yes, I'll go do it now."

(Chapter End)