Chapter 117: Immortal Arts Paired with Wood Release—Should Be Thrilling, Right? (Wan

"Dad, we're almost at the Land of Fire border; if we keep going like this, Leaf Village might react."

Inside Waterfall Country, Huang Tu followed behind Da Ye Mu, looking at the map, and finally couldn't help but speak softly.

The remark made Da Ye Mu glare at him; he had lost count of how many times he'd addressed this wayward son with a formal title during work.

But this wayward son always acted contrary to his ideas, which only made Da Ye Mu increasingly annoyed.

Nevertheless, Da Ye Mu was too lazy to dwell on it now, because they were indeed getting closer to the Land of Fire border.

He still remembered the grim lesson from the last ambush of Sarutobi Hanzō, especially the two Uchiha kids, which left a deep impression on him!

"Both that boy and girl bear Madara Uchiha's shadow; they must be a future scourge on the ninja world."

Da Ye Mu kept a composed face, thinking that he wasn't worried about those two kids now; if possible, he'd even like to encounter them.

After all, he now had few restraints, even if one of those kids could use the Flying Thunder God Technique.

As long as he could eliminate one, it would certainly rid the ninja world of a menace!

The ninja world cannot have another Madara Uchiha.

"Only, the other one is also a trouble."

Thinking of the Flying Thunder God Technique gave Da Ye Mu another headache; its strategic deterrence power was truly a pain.

After on‑site investigation, he zeroed in on a ninja who was very likely from the Country of Rain.

"Eh."

Ziraiye, with this doubt, naturally planned to investigate thoroughly.

After spending some time, he finally found that guy in Waterfall Country as well.

Da Ye Mu muttered to himself silently, then accelerated forward.

Only he didn't expect that just as he was about to set off for the Country of Rain, he suddenly noticed some movement in the Country of Earth.

After Da Ye Mu's party left, Ziraiye stuck his head out from behind a large tree in the forest and looked ahead.

The deployment of a shadow is never a trivial matter; subduing a jinchuriki is something others might not be able to handle.

With a cold snort, Da Ye Mu sped forward, while also glancing at Huang Tu beside him.

Actually, six months ago when he heard about the Nine‑Tails incident erupting, he also thought of returning to Leaf Village to see.

Upon learning this, Ziraiye also breathed a sigh of relief; since nothing was wrong, he didn't need to hurry.

In the vast forest outside a small town of Country of Soup, it had been razed flat, and most importantly he detected Hanzo's traces there!

"The ninja world really isn't calm."

The result was a shocking piece of news: Hanzo had already been killed by someone!

They still couldn't pinpoint Lao Zi's location, so they needed to search further.

That kind of elusive, constantly harassing attack style, even attempting surprise strikes on key targets, was truly indefensible.

After a while, Da Ye Mu let out a weary sigh, shook his head, and decided not to think any further.

Moreover, if there truly were attacks on jinchuriki, others might not be able to handle it.

But the problem is, dealing with that woman isn't easy either.

Besides, as a shadow, Da Ye Mu couldn't stay away from his village for long; they had to speed up.

"Leaf Village sensed our movement; according to the ANBU report, their ANBU also mobilized."

"They're deploying personally, bringing an ANBU squad, and heading toward the Land of Fire. What are these guys up to?"

Only before he set off, he heard Leaf Village suffered little loss; although the Nine‑Tails emerged, Yuzhi and his team dealt with it easily.

"That evil Senju old demon, indeed Leaf Village has no good thing!"

He thought it better to focus on the current mission, after all another mysterious Uchiha had emerged in the ninja world, even stealing the hidden sand‑dragon vein!

"All of them are Uchiha, perhaps even former Leaf Village folk; indeed Leaf Village has no good thing."

And what he didn't expect was that this time even Da Ye Mu was deployed.

Ziraiye didn't know Da Ye Mu's purpose; he had been away from Leaf Village for some time.

So even if trouble arises, they can resolve it!

"I actually want to see whether any petty ruffians will cause trouble this time."

Moreover, his attention was soon drawn to another matter: what happened in Country of Soup.

"By the way, what's the situation over at Leaf Village, and where are our reinforcement troops?"

"Hanzo dead?"

"That… is Da Ye Mu?"

Upon learning this, Ziraiye felt a bit bewildered, but then he immediately became serious again.

Da Ye Mu muttered under his breath, noting that Qian Shou Fei Jian's death was hard to replicate, though it could be used as a reference if needed.

Given that, he simply completed all necessary preparations and led the team himself.

Huang Tu, hearing the old man's words, answered immediately.

Why did Hanzo come to Country of Soup? Who killed Hanzo, and what exactly happened here?

"How could a powerhouse like Hanzo be easily slaughtered by someone dressed in black with red clouds? What on earth is going on?"

"Besides that, Leaf Village's border troops are consolidating, and our reinforcements have already entered Waterfall Country."

The salamander Hanzo left a deep impression on Ziraiye; their title as the Legendary Sannin was granted by Hanzo.

"Deliver this to Minato, understand?"

Ziraiye sighed, then took out paper and pen, quickly jotted something down, and summoned a toad.

"Ribbit."

The summoned toad gave a simple response, then turned into smoke and vanished without a trace.

"Damn, I originally wanted to go to the Country of Rain to investigate and maybe check on Mi Yan and the others, but now it seems impossible."

Watching the departing toad, Ziraiye shook his head, then he stood up and carefully followed those people from the Great Field Tree.

Since we've met them, and they're still heading toward the Land of Fire, as a member of the Leaf Village he naturally needs to find out what's going on.

Although during this time his performance as a Leaf Village ninja has been lacking, at least he hasn't forgotten his identity—

"Hey? Yuzhi, how did you come here?"

In the Leaf Village, Jìngyīn and Líng were heading to the medical department, chatting and laughing while carrying documents.

Just as they were walking, Líng seemed to sense something; she lifted her head and looked into the distance, then she immediately smiled and waved ahead.

"Yuzhi?"

Jìngyīn also followed the lead, and at once she saw Yuzhi walking over with a smile on his face.

Yuzhi she naturally knew; back then they were classmates.

But because of her uncle Jiātóu Duàn's death and her teacher Gāngshǒu, she ultimately left the Leaf Village.

Even so, even after leaving, she and Gāngshǒu have continued to pay attention to news from the Leaf Village.

She naturally also knows that this old classmate of hers, who performed poorly in school back then and even copied her homework and test answers, has now reached what level.

Furthermore, she heard that during the previous attack in the Land of Hot Water, it was Yuzhi who saved her, and he also saved everyone else.

This made her feel somewhat uneasy when she saw Yuzhi.

"Líng, I came to see Senior Gāngshǒu."

Yuzhi walked over smiling, first exchanging a smile with Líng, then he turned to Jìngyīn and teased.

"Long time no see, Jìngyīn; the last time we met, you fainted, and we didn't even get a chance to say a word."

"I"

Jìngyīn instantly felt embarrassed, but for some reason she suddenly felt less uneasy.

In the Leaf Village, Yuzhi's current status is such that aside from having to address the Hokage as 'sir,' he can directly call others 'senior,' so neither of them finds it strange.

"Want to see Senior Gāngshǒu?"

Líng had never heard before that Yuzhi saved Jìngyīn, but now isn't the time to ask further; she looked at Yuzhi curiously.

"Senior Gāngshǒu should be in the office; right, why haven't I seen Yíng?"

"She is currently studying the Seal Technique given by Senior Kushina."

Yuzhi spread his hands, not knowing whether he had inexplicably activated it this time or guided forth the power of Wood Release, which stimulated her.

She is now even more focused on reviewing those Seal Techniques; she wants to quickly seal the power of the dragon veins into her own Susanoo, so that she can improve.

According to her, she just doesn't want to be bullied by Yuzhi anymore.

Upon hearing this, Yuzhi actually found it a bit hard to hold back— is this also called bullying?

However, Yuzhi is also someone who can humbly accept criticism, but accepting is one thing, whether he actually changes is another.

"Is that so? Yíng's gotten that strong, and she's still working hard?"

Líng hearing Yuzhi's words said a bit enviously, but she quickly shook her head and laughed.

"Since you want to see Senior Gāngshǒu, we'll just take you there."

"Then thank you for the trouble."

Yuzhi smiled, and then he chatted and laughed as he followed Líng and Jìngyīn toward the medical department.

"Yuzhi still seems just like he was back then, hasn't changed at all."

Jìngyīn kept looking at Yuzhi, secretly thinking to herself, but she wanted to be a bit curious.

"Yuzhi came to see Senior Gāngshǒu—what does he want to do?"

She vaguely knows that Gāngshǒu staying behind seems to be related to Yuzhi and them, but she's not clear on the specifics.

After all, many things are not for her to know.

While thinking in her heart and listening to Yuzhi and Líng's casual chat, not long after they arrived outside the office where Gāngshǒu is currently located.

"We're here."

Líng glanced at the office, as if she had thought of something, and then she spoke softly.

"By the way, if you see anything strange later, Yuzhi, you don't need to be surprised."

"Oh?"

Yuzhi froze for a moment, seemingly recalling Gāngshǒu's personality, then he smiled and nodded.

"I know that, but you should also work hard, striving to become a disciple of Senior Gāngshǒu like Jìngyīn."

"I"

Líng hearing that, she was momentarily speechless; becoming a disciple of Gāngshǒu is no simple matter.

"I'll work hard!"

Nevertheless, in response to Yuzhi's encouragement, Líng earnestly nodded; she also didn't want to be surpassed one by one by her old classmates.

"Don't worry, just you work hard and there will be a good result."

Seeing Líng's expression, Yuzhi naturally knew what she was thinking, but for now he didn't say more; however, he kept this matter in mind.

Obito's situation has now become somewhat elusive; his attacks on Kakashi are growing harsher, and according to him he has already begun to seize Kakashi's Sharingan.

All this indicates that Obito probably has completely severed himself from this world, so whatever he does in the future wouldn't be surprising.

Including, he might really kill Yěhuán Líng!

Yuzhi cannot empathize with Obito this lunatic, and naturally he will not allow Obito to do such a thing.

Kakashi can still defend himself, especially since he can now use the power of that Mangekyou Sharingan, and he continues to learn Flying Thunder God.

However, Líng's situation is very complex; she truly lacks the ability to defend herself.

So after careful thought, for a medical ninja, the best destination truly is Gāngshǒu.

"How is it you?"

He thought to himself, Yuzhi had already knocked on the office door.

He waited for a response from inside before entering, and saw Tsunade lazily reclining in a chair, sipping a little wine, her face puzzled as she looked at Yuzhi.

After a while, Tsunade seemed to recover, and only then did she, without showing emotion, sit up straight and speak.

"Are you here for an examination, or to ask about the progress?"

"Neither. Actually, I know my eyes better, and I'm not in a hurry."

Yuzhi glanced at the bottles on the table, pursed his lips, and was relieved that he was abstaining from alcohol.

"Actually, this time I came because I need to ask a favor of Senior Tsunade."

"Oh, I see."

Hearing Yuzhi's words, Tsunade immediately slouched back lazily.

She really feared Yuzhi was here to ask about progress, because she truly had nothing impressive to show at the moment.

She understood the significance of Yuzhi's three Uchiha to the Leaf Village, and she harbored no ill will toward the Uchiha, so she was earnestly working on something.

Coincidentally, Kakashi approached her to learn the Shadow Seal; she readily agreed and used Kakashi's Sharingan for some research.

However, the Uchiha's eyes are truly marvelous; especially after reaching a new state, that irreversible trend left her helpless.

Even though she dug up her great‑grandfather's records, she still has made no progress, which gives her a considerable headache.

Seeing Yuzhi, she naturally felt some worry, but fortunately Yuzhi wasn't here to ask about that.

"So what are you here for?"

"Actually, I have two matters for Senior Tsunade."

Yuzhi shrugged, then spoke seriously.

"Senior, do you remember that lunatic with Wood Release who attacked you last time?"

That was your Uchiha lunatic.

Tsunade glared at Yuzhi, but still nodded.

"Remember, you asked what he was doing—did he steal the Dragon Vein and then…"

"Not that; rather, I thought of a question."

Yuzhi shook his head and continued.

"This lunatic possesses Wood Release, and its power is too dangerous and unknown to me."

"To deal with that guy, from the Sharingan perspective I don't need to…"

At this point, Yuzhi stopped speaking.

His purpose this time in seeing Tsunade is the Wood Release!

Obtaining Wood Release is naturally cause for joy, but developing and using it gives Yuzhi a headache.

He can directly use Wood Release to harm enemies, roughly like that Obito fellow.

After all, in fact, Obito's use of Wood Release can be classified as "blindly smashing"!

Previously Yuzhi thought this was high‑end, but when he could actually wield the power he realized how absurd Obito truly was.

"This guy really believes his eye technique can conquer the world, doesn't he?"

Obito has such talent and conditions, yet his attitude toward Wood Release is almost indifferent.

He seems to have only those two techniques throughout, and both essentially involve explosive Wood Release.

For example, Wood Release: Cutting Technique can be used directly without any seal.

The only seal required is when the technique lands inside an enemy, then using chakra to detonate it.

Yuzhi is confident he can also achieve it, and his chakra control would be better than Obito's, but that isn't the result he wants.

He is not Obito; since he has this condition, he naturally wants to do better.

Look at Madara Uchiha; even at that level he hasn't abandoned Wood Release.

Although this may be his way of commemorating ZhuZhang, …

…but since Yuzhi wants to learn from him, even using his identity, he won't overlook this.

As for the ninja world now, it doesn't know this, so he has no need to be so meticulous.

"How can we be less serious and still desensitize the ninja world?"

Moreover, the fox is still young; maintaining "Susanoo coloring" can only reach the second stage, and he also needs other powers to help.

"Wood Release?"

Tsunade slightly frowned, then nodded.

"I understand, this indeed is a matter that requires attention."

"Indeed, if one lacks sufficient knowledge of Wood Release, one cannot grasp what seals will produce which techniques, and the situation will be roughly like that."

Seeing this, Yuzhi continued.

"Thus, I'm afraid I may find it hard to respond correctly, and some unnecessary problems might arise."

"So I want to obtain Wood Release data; does Lady Tsunade consent to provide it?"

Obtaining Wood Release data is actually not that easy.

Strictly speaking, such Wood Release data need not be preserved.

Since Senju ZhuZhang, this power has not been passed down.

However, perhaps because of Senju ZhuZhang's legacy, he still recorded Wood Release in written form.

One copy naturally resides with the Senju One Clan, and another is kept by the Hokage in the true Seal Book.

Yuzhi has examined many "customized" Seal Books, none of which record Wood Release, clearly well protected.

Of course, another person also keeps it: the one lurking in the shadows, always scheming—Danzo.

After all, he does have that Yamato fellow in his grasp.

Even if Yamato finished the Wood Release "Furniture Release", you still ask whether he'll be able to do it, right.

It's just that Yuzhi can obtain it in a simpler way, so there's no need to steal or rob.

"No problem, I'll give it to you."

Just as Yuzhi was pondering, Tsunade spoke up directly.

"But I'm curious, why did you come straight to me instead of going to Minato? I heard from Kushina that you two get along well."

"I talked with senior Minato, he agreed to give it to me, but …"

Yuzhi actually did go to Minato, but he was still uneasy about the "customized Seal Book".

On top of that, since Tsunade is back, he's naturally more inclined to look at the "Senju version".

"Damn, you suspicious little brat."

Even though Yuzhi didn't state it outright, Tsunade naturally understood his thoughts, which made her roll her eyes.

"My grandfather didn't have that much patience, and for the sake of the village, I think no one would refuse.

If you want it, just take it; after all, I've studied Kakashi's Sharingan, and as a return gift I should give it to you.

But I have one condition; I hope you can fulfill it for me."

"Oh?"

Yuzhi looked at Tsunade oddly, tilted his head and asked.

"What matter."

"That Uchiha madman of yours, doesn't he have Wood Release power?"

Tsunade deliberately rearranged the sentence order before continuing.

"I hope, if possible, you can bring back some of his bodily tissues.

After all, this guy's situation is special; I want to investigate his physical condition, and"

Saying that, Tsunade's face also grew a bit grim.

"I also want to find out how he obtained my grandfather's power!"

Wood Release power being stolen, and that madman causing such a big incident, Tsunade naturally wouldn't let him off.

"Fine, I agree; as long as I can, I'll do it."

Yuzhi initially wanted to refuse this request, but after thinking it over he still agreed.

Obito's secret will be uncovered sooner or later, and the secret of Yuzhi's eyes will probably also be gradually unearthed in the future.

Since that's the case, making some preparations in advance, letting someone investigate Obito's bodily secrets, is definitely not a bad thing for them!

After all, Byakugan's power, though originating from Senju Clan ZhuZhang, is that really Senju Clan ZhuZhang?

Yuzhi "knows" this secret, knows it can cure his own eyes; can Minato and the others still refuse to give it?

And the Wood Release data, Yuzhi will have it later, and weren't these data originally from Leaf Village?

The main point is something that can drive someone crazy, yet you can't blame him!

"That's good."

Tsunade didn't know what Yuzhi was thinking; she stretched lazily and then asked curiously.

"Didn't you say there was another matter? What is it?"

"I don't know, Senior Tsunade, would you be willing to take on more disciples?"

Yuzhi was also satisfied with the current outcome; he smiled and asked Tsunade.

"Disciples?"

Tsunade frowned, then disdainfully spoke.

"Sorry, I only accept disciples who have talent and perseverance; I can't just take anyone.

If you're here to lobby for someone, I'd advise you to drop it!"

"Is that so?"

Yuzhi nodded, then curiously asked.

"I wonder how much debt Senior Tsunade still has left?"

"What do you mean?"

"If I'm willing to help Senior Tsunade clear some debts, then …"

"Isn't that just a disciple? Speak, who is it?"

——

"Minato, I think Yuzhi's idea is spot on; you should also look at the Wood Release data."

In the Hokage's office, the Third Hokage watched Minato handling the data, thought for a moment and spoke.

"That guy not only possesses the Sharingan, but also Wood Release.

Although his display isn't strong, having this ability means we must be cautious.

Wood Release power is extraordinary; the more we understand, the better we can respond without issues."

Yuzhi's recent Wood Release matters indeed caught the Third Hokage's attention.

They naturally have the Wood Release data; not only Wood Release, they also possess the Sharingan data!

After all, to prevent various problems, the village naturally needs to make preparations, and this is also the basis for judgments they can make based on Mangekyou Sharingan.

That madman mostly uses Sharingan abilities, but Wood Release originally overcame the Sharingan.

Therefore, preparing for Wood Release is never a mistake!

"I understand, Third Hokage, I will handle this."

Minato smiled and nodded, then rubbed his chin and asked curiously.

"However, our Wood Release …"

"Don't be misled by that bastard Yuzhi; our Wood Release is absolutely fine!"

Minato hadn't finished speaking when the Third Hokage already anticipated what Minato was about to say, and his face darkened instantly.

Yuzhi doesn't want their Wood Release data; it's merely a fear of cutting corners, and he admits the previous Sealing Scroll was indeed trimmed.

But a village might not have any hidden things, and to prevent theft it inevitably implements corresponding measures.

That is indeed indisputable, yet you still can't doubt whether the village actually exists!

"If he wants to go ask Tsunade, let him; there's no need for you to make it so troublesome."

"I understand."

Minato gave an awkward laugh, thought for a moment, then continued.

"However, I think the Sealing Scroll for Yuzhi later can be made relatively more complete, after all..."

The Third Hokage's mouth twitched slightly, but he didn't know how to refute it.

Yuzhi's achievements in Leaf Village, combined with his own influence, have truly reached a peak there.

Moreover, this kid's authority has indeed reached an extremely high level.

The Police Department has now completed the "Network Point Design," thoroughly permeating authority into every corner of Leaf Village.

Frankly, with such a "network," they can handle many matters better and more conveniently than the ANBU!

And this "network" has also earned praise from Leaf Village residents, especially since the people in it truly help solve everyone's problems.

They have carried out the post‑reform style of the Police Department and proactively taken on many neighborhood disputes.

At the same time, they have officially established the Legal Affairs Office; although the director is still being selected, it is already certain that it will not be a member of the Uchiha Clan.

Instead, the choice will be among the Sarutobi, Nara, Inuzuka, and You Nu clans, leaving everyone speechless.

Moreover, the Third Hokage heard that the Police Department is now stripping away the prison system, another small cake to share with others.

Given time, when the Police Department's "Combat Unit" is formed, one can imagine what this colossal entity will look like!

In fact, there's no need to think about the future; the current Police Department already leaves many departments far behind.

Yuzhi, who actually controls the Police Department, indeed enjoys more privileges.

"Fine, but some forbidden techniques are off limits; only the Hokage can see those."

After pondering for a while, the Third Hokage reluctantly nodded, increasingly feeling that he was truly about to create a "Uchiha Hokage."

Even, he could see it while still alive.

"Hm?"

Just as they were pondering, Minato furrowed his brows as if sensing something, then formed hand seals.

Bang—

Accompanied by a puff of smoke, a toad appeared before the two of them.

"This is..." the Third Hokage looked at Minato puzzled: "Ziraiye?"

"Hmm, it should be Teacher Ziraiye delivering some message."

Minato nodded, then picked up the scroll the toad spat out and read it carefully.

After a moment, he lifted his head and said earnestly.

"Lord Third Hokage, Teacher Ziraiye has discovered Onoki's movements in the Land of Water; he is now moving toward the Land of Fire border."

"That fast?"

The Third Hokage's face tightened at the words, and he immediately asked.

"What about the Rock Village troops? What are they doing?"

"They're also aligning; he must have taken some countermeasures."

Minato said this, glanced at the Third Hokage, making the Third a bit embarrassed.

He hadn't forgotten the time his last mission's intel leaked and he was ambushed by a group.

Now Onoki is so cautious; plainly, he learned from that previous lesson.

"Since they've moved, let's have the ANBU follow up."

The Third Hokage gave an awkward smile, then said with utmost seriousness.

"This time Onoki's operation aims at the Four‑Tails jinchuriki; no one knows how far they'll go."

"We must ensure they don't cross the line, don't drag the matter toward the Land of Fire side."

"I understand; actually, my biggest worry is that mysterious Uchiha."

Minato nodded, thought for a moment, and said.

"Besides that, it's Teacher Ziraiye; he's now with Onoki's group, I'm afraid..."

Ziraiye appearing in the Land of Water isn't unexpected; his whereabouts have been completely erratic lately.

He can show up anywhere without surprise, but this time the situation is somewhat special, and Minato can't help but worry about Ziraiye.

"Tell Ziraiye to stand by, and give him your Kunai as well."

The Third Hokage thought for a moment, then quickly proposed a plan.

"Also, this time strive to bring Ziraiye back; after all, Orochimaru and Tsunade are in Leaf Village, only he's missing."

His own disciples are all in Leaf Village; this not only benefits Leaf Village but also pleases the Third Hokage.

But there's a problem inside, that is Orochimaru.

Orochimaru's behavior has become increasingly odd; even though Tsunade has returned, he still hasn't met her.

Such a situation naturally worries the Third Hokage; after pondering, he thinks bringing Ziraiye back is better.

After all, Ziraiye is thick‑skinned; once he returns, he'll capture anyone, no matter where Orochimaru hides.

If everyone gets a chance to talk properly, many issues might reach a conclusion, perhaps even a solution.

If they can't even talk, that's the most dangerous!

Orochimaru, ah.

The Third sighed inwardly.

Hope everything is still in time.

——

Tsunade is truly wealthy and generous.

Sitting at home, Yuzhi placed the materials in his hand onto the table, and then couldn't help but sigh.

The Wood Release materials she gave can truly be described as wealthy and generous.

I don't know whether Tsunade is too lazy to organize them, or she thinks only such detail can better deal with enemies.

In these materials, even the concepts of many techniques and some precautions are clearly written, which also makes it easier for the user to employ them!

This is a boon for Yuzhi; although the materials are voluminous and he spent several days reading them, the gain for him is also huge.

Of course, besides that, Tsunade is truly wealthy and generous, but she really has no money.

I heard that Lady Tsunade has taken on another disciple—could it be Rin?

Hikari, who was sitting nearby looking at the materials in her hand, saw Yuzhi stop and suddenly asked curiously.

This matter has spread throughout the Leaf Village, after all Tsunade is one of the Leaf's Legendary Sannin, and their every move actually carries much significance.

Even without deep thought, such a powerful ninja's actions will attract attention.

However, Yuzhi also has some complaints in his heart: Tsunade taking Rin as a disciple was not moved by Rin's hard work, but by Yuzhi's money.

It's hard to imagine such a strong medical ninja like Tsunade would owe so much debt, and even Yuzhi finds it eye-popping.

Although it's a bit painful, Yuzhi still gladly took it out, after all, strictly speaking, Yuzhi is not short of money either.

Hmm, yeah, it's because I spoke up; otherwise it wouldn't have gone so smoothly.

Although he was complaining about Tsunade in his heart, Yuzhi still smugly replied.

For Hikari, Yuzhi wouldn't hide many things, and besides, this isn't a big deal.

Really?

Hikari tilted her head, then muttered doubtfully to herself.

Then why did the money at home suddenly decrease?

Cough, cough, cough, cough, cough.

Yuzhi immediately started coughing dryly, then he immediately changed the subject.

Money and such are trivial matters; by the way, Kakashi has already set off, looks like I'll have to move out soon too.

He has already set off?

Hikari indeed didn't care about money, and she never thought of taking Yuzhi's money to look at.

She merely gave Yuzhi a doubtful glance, then frowned and asked.

You're in such a hurry, you didn't say you would properly use your Wood Release this time?

You just finished reading the materials, it seems you won't make it in time, right?

Don't underestimate me, and don't underestimate those powers within you.

Yuzhi laughed and shook his head; he is now quite confident.

Having spent so many days repeatedly pondering these materials, while mentally rehearsing and evaluating based on his own chakra.

He also arrived at some conclusions—he can relatively easily unleash the vast majority of Wood Release!

The power of White Zetsu originally belongs to Hashirama Senju; now that this power erupts, Yuzhi can naturally use it.

What he lacks is merely the way to use the techniques, and also the skill to execute them; other aspects he isn't that worried about!

Of course, he also knows that some techniques are not easy either.

After all, Hashirama Senju's techniques have always been tied to massive chakra, and also require precise control.

However, Yuzhi's previous 'Glorious Evolution' choice was precisely chakra, and he himself is naturally adept at controlling chakra.

So, as long as I remember the hand seals, execution techniques, etc., I can accomplish the use of Wood Release!

Thinking of this, Yuzhi can't help but feel that White Zetsu truly deserves to be a major bug creature of the Hokage.

Although the vast majority of White Zetsu are idiots, the product specially selected by Madara Uchiha still exists as an extremely formidable entity.

For example, the one that covered Obito's body, which in the original story controlled Yamato and unleashed a bunch of Wood Release, is Afei.

And Yuzhi also has Afei's cells, which are already operating in his body, making his control over Wood Release even more effortless!

According to Yuzhi's estimate, he can now directly use Tree World Descent, and even Wood Dragon poses no problem.

Although its power is absolutely inferior to that of Madara Uchiha and Hashirama Senju, he still has time to slowly hone it!

"Once you unleash this power, you'll realize that for us, what Wood Release lacks is merely the method of use."

"Tch, really arrogant."

Hikari shook her head, leaned on the sofa, thought a bit, then spoke.

"Never mind, I know advising you is useless, but you'd better be careful."

"Don't worry."

Yuzhi walked over to Hikari's side, then reached out and pulled her into his embrace.

"I'm not even engaged yet, how could I be careless?"

Hikari watched Yuzhi's actions, hearing this guy's words, her face instantly turned red.

"What do you mean? You're speaking so bluntly—does it mean that if I don't reject you, you'll become even more unscrupulous?"

Hikari pursed her lips, and in the end still didn't offer any resistance, after all she felt her resistance wouldn't be effective.

"This little brat has such thick skin, acts so excessively, eight out of ten he'll still come up later."

"Better to just let it be like this."

"But indeed it also needs some practice first, and then we can act."

Yuzhi clasped Hikari, and his mind was silently pondering.

"Find time to go into the Kamui Space and try it out; although I'm sure there's no problem, we should at least see the results."

"And I wonder how the effect would be when Wood Release is normally combined with Sage Mode."

"If the effect is better, then..."

So Yuzhi decided to use the Dragon Vein's Nature's Power to complement this operation!

Sage chakra, Wood Release, plus Madara Uchiha's mantle—who knows what effect that will have.

"But it will definitely make Da Ye Mu happy."

Yuzhi's grip on Hikari's hand tightened, causing Hikari to lean his whole body against him.

"After all, this is Sage chakra plus Wood Release, the way Madara Uchiha of the Uchiha Clan will use in the future to deal with Naruto and his companions."

"Now I've let you experience it early; you should thank me, but..."

"But later, when Madara Uchiha shows up, Da Ye Mu suddenly says—"

"I don't know that you've become an Edo Tensei, but after fighting you so many times, I'm no longer afraid of you!"

"I also have no idea what expression Madara Uchiha will have."