stonecrandall Chapter 184 Light Shines Throughout the World
Chapter 184 Light Shines Throughout the World
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Within the barrier of light, the world was completely immersed in a hazy and cold white.
The communication between the two Akatsuki members was directly cut off!
Otsutsuki Gen landed slowly, his expression calm.
His gaze was calm yet sharp as he stared at Kisame Hoshigaki, who was wielding Samehada and attacking at lightning speed.
Seeing this, Kisame Hoshigaki's speed increased dramatically again, and he swept forward like a raging beast.
The enormous Samehada seemed to transform into a ravenous monster, crashing straight down towards Otsutsuki Gen!
At that very moment, Otsutsuki Gen casually raised his palm, and countless crystalline and sharp frosts quickly gathered in his palm!
The Demon Sprout Technique is activated...
Ice Release: Immortal Body Mode...
In an instant...
These ice crystals gathered rapidly in his palm like flowing mercury, radiating a chilling aura.
The next second, Otsutsuki Gen's eyes flickered slightly, and his hands quickly formed a hand seal:
Water Release: Azure Rain!
The sky suddenly changed, and countless tiny, cold raindrops poured down from the sky.
Each raindrop contained an extremely terrifying ice-attribute power. They roared and were as dense as ice cones, instantly freezing and sealing off the massive water flow released by Kisame!
Kisame Hoshigaki's expression instantly turned extremely ugly. He had not expected that the opponent's water-style techniques would incorporate such a powerful ice-style ability!
The frost spread rapidly, freezing the water released by Samehada in mid-air in an instant, and the massive ice wall immediately blocked Kisame's path.
Kisame Hoshigaki sneered, but showed no intention of backing down. Samehada in his hands once again unleashed an astonishing chakra-devouring power!
It forcefully tore a crack in the massive ice wall in front of it!
Otsutsuki Genji wasn't surprised at all; he was simply amazed.
Meanwhile, Sasori's puppet army was already surging towards Otsutsuki Genji from another direction.
These puppets number in the hundreds, their movements perfectly synchronized, their eyes cold and lifeless, carrying deadly mechanisms and poisoned blades, seemingly intent on devouring the person before them in a relentless barrage.
But just as the puppets drew near, the frost in the air rapidly spread again, gradually covering the puppets' joints and mechanisms with a thick layer of ice...
For a moment, the puppets' movements became noticeably slower.
Sasori of the Red Sand would not be so easily troubled by this little bit of frost.
He had already hidden among the hundreds of puppets, waiting for the most opportune moment to strike.
Sasori, controlling the four puppet bodies, suddenly erupted, breaking through the ice blockade in an instant and charging out from the crowd. Dozens of deadly poison needles shot out at the same time, piercing straight for Otsutsuki Gen's vital points!
Despite the fierce attack, Otsutsuki Gen's expression remained calm. He slightly turned his body, clenched his left fist, and swung it forward!
Accompanying the force of the punch were countless snow-white ice crystals, which formed a solid ice wall that instantly blocked the deadly poison needles.
At the same time, Otsutsuki Gen's right palm quickly extended forward, and the frost in his palm instantly burst out with astonishing cold air, sweeping forward like a blizzard!
boom!
The violent chill and powerful palm force converged into a terrifying ice storm, instantly freezing a large number of puppets at the forefront into hard statues!
Then it exploded with a roar, turning into shards of ice that scattered in all directions.
But Sasori of the Red Sand did not give up. He manipulated the remaining puppet troops to rush forward frantically, and various poisoned blades and hidden weapons attacked Otsutsuki Gen's vital points.
Otsutsuki Gen, however, seemed to be handling the situation with ease, his figure as agile as the wind, weaving left and right. Every punch and every palm strike accurately hit the core joints of the puppets, and the powerful frost power flowed in, freezing and destroying the puppets in an instant!
Scorpion's eyes shifted slightly as he rapidly manipulated the steel wire, attempting to coordinate a pincer attack with Kisame Hoshigaki.
Otsutsuki Gen had anticipated their actions. In an instant, his figure flashed past countless ice crystal afterimages, dodging the attack with the speed of a meteor, while simultaneously striking the largest puppet with a palm strike.
boom!
With a deafening roar, the puppet was instantly shattered into ice crystal fragments, which flew everywhere and fell as sparkling snowflakes.
Upon seeing this, Kisame Hoshigaki roared, and his Samehada on his back was instantly covered by chakra, forming an enormous phantom of a shark that roared towards Genji Otsutsuki.
Kisame's voice was fierce, but Otsutsuki Gen remained unmoved.
He took a deep breath, raised both palms, and the frost chakra within his body surged out wildly!
Ice Release: Sealing!
Within Otsutsuki Gen's palm, countless snow-white frosts and rays of light simultaneously bloomed, instantly converging into an unstoppable icy storm that swept out with overwhelming force.
The powerful chill instantly engulfed Kisame Hoshigaki's phantom sharkskin.
The violent power was completely frozen in mid-air, forming huge and crystalline ice pillars that stood like works of art in the center of the battlefield.
With a deafening roar, the ice layer frozen in mid-air began to crack inch by inch, and countless ice crystals, like tiny stardust, fluttered down.
The drifting ice crystals refracted a mesmerizing light, casting a dreamlike glow over the entire battlefield.
Standing amidst the shattered ice, Kisame Hoshigaki and Sasori Akasago felt absolutely no sense of beauty.
His eyes were filled with undisguised shock and disbelief.
The brief but intense exchange just now made them fully realize the terrifying strength of Otsutsuki Genji, which far exceeded their expectations.
Kisame Hoshigaki, holding his Samehada, seemed slightly bewildered.
Fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, and his hands, which were gripping Samehada, even trembled slightly. Clearly, he had tried his best, but he still couldn't budge the mysterious person in front of him even a little.
"This is...an unbelievable power..."
Kisame Hoshigaki struggled to raise his head, his voice revealing a clear weariness and awe.
"What's wrong with this guy?"
On the other side, Sasori of the Red Sand was in a similarly dire situation.
The ground was covered with fragments of broken golems frozen in frost.
He was in a sorry state, his chakra fluctuations were disordered, and his originally cold and indifferent eyes were now showing a trace of fear.
However, Otsutsuki Gen, who stood in front of them, remained calm and unaffected by the previous fierce confrontation.
His expression was as gentle as a breeze, and he even had a faint smile on his face.
He calmly gazed at the two ninjas before him, slowly opening his arms as if summoning something.
"You don't need to insist anymore. True power doesn't come from ninja chakra, nor from the darkness and killing you're so obsessed with..."
"Come, let go of all the negative emotions in your hearts, and feel the true light of purification."
As Otsutsuki Gen spoke, a strange change occurred once again in the sky.
The originally gloomy sky gradually dispersed, and golden and warm light slowly pierced through the clouds, pouring down from the sky like a holy and solemn waterfall, directly enveloping Kisame Hoshigaki and Sasori Akasuna.
At that moment, the whole world seemed to fall silent.
Within the barrier of light, only endless and gentle light flowed slowly.
These lights were silent, yet they seemed to penetrate directly into their bodies and reach the depths of their souls.
Kisame Hoshigaki and Sasori Akasuna instinctively tried to struggle and resist. However, the moment the strange light touched their bodies, they felt the negative emotions, bloodlust, and hatred that had been accumulating deep within them being rapidly stripped away.
Past memories, past pain and anger seemed to be completely washed away by this magical light.
The innocent faces of those harmed by the ninja world's conflicts flashed through Kisame Hoshigaki's mind. The anger and violence that had been hidden in his heart for so long gradually melted away in this light, turning into an indescribable warmth and peace.
"What's going on...? I feel like I've never felt so relaxed before..."
Kisame Hoshigaki muttered to himself, his expression gradually becoming calm and relieved.
Sasori of the Red Sand trembled violently. His cold and hard heart, which had long been shrouded in hatred and loneliness, was now being slowly softened by this sacred light. The warm years he spent with his parents when he was still human gradually surfaced in his mind.
Father...
Mother...
Granny Chiyo...
Under the shroud of this purifying light, Kisame Hoshigaki and Sasori Akasago underwent a complete transformation in their hearts and spirits.
The darkness, anger, and hatred that had been building up in my heart for so long seemed to be completely washed away and purified, gradually transforming into a pure and warm power.
Sensing all this, Otsutsuki Gen's smile softened even more. He slowly walked towards the two, reached out his hands, and gently helped these two former dangerous figures to their feet.
"Now, do you understand?"
"True power is never chakra or ninjutsu, but the purest and warmest light in everyone's heart."
Kisame Hoshigaki slowly raised his head and looked at the mysterious and gentle man in front of him.
In that instant, he suddenly felt a sense of ease and peace he had never experienced before.
His face, which was originally as ferocious as a shark, underwent an incredible transformation under the baptism of the purifying light.
The face that was once filled with hostility and ferocity has gradually been replaced by an unprecedented kindness and gentleness.
On the surface of the skin, a gentle golden glow faintly appeared, making it appear very pure and holy.
The Samehada sword in his hand, which had been restless, gradually calmed down, as if it had gained some kind of relief and rebirth along with its master.
On the other side, Sasori of the Red Sand was also undergoing an unprecedented and enormous change.
The originally cold and icy half-puppet body gradually transformed from a rigid form into a softer and more benevolent one as it was continuously bathed in the light of purification.
Under the influence of this sacred power, the boy's appearance gradually underwent subtle changes, becoming softer and even taking on a touch of girlish beauty and gentleness.
Just then, Otsutsuki Gen quietly stepped forward, took out two magnificent and sacred golden monk robes from his sleeve, and slowly and solemnly draped them over Kisame Hoshigaki and Sasori Akasago.
At that moment, it was as if the whole world had stood still.
These two former ninjas, now draped in golden robes, have undergone a complete transformation in their demeanor and expression.
They were no longer the fearsome killers of the ninja world, but became holy monks imbued with compassion and hope.
Kisame Hoshigaki felt the warmth and peace emanating from the kasaya and nodded involuntarily, a calm and benevolent smile appearing on his lips that he had never shown before: "That's right... I understand completely now..."
Sasori of the Red Sand slowly clasped his hands together, his voice becoming gentle and warm: "So... the power I've been searching for all along has always been deep within my own heart, it's just that I never realized it in the past..."
At this moment, the scorpion seemed to be a unified entity, indistinguishable from one another—
The two bowed their heads and knelt on the ground in a devout and humble manner, bowing deeply to Otsutsuki Genji before them.
"Thank you for the guidance and teachings of the great prophet. From this day forward, we will be freed from darkness and confusion, become part of the light, follow in your footsteps, and bring true peace and hope to the ninja world!"
Within the barrier of light, gentle radiance flowed slowly, as if witnessing this miraculous rebirth.
The barrier of light slowly dissipated, and the sky once again revealed its peaceful and serene colors.
Outside the barrier, countless believers who had been waiting for a long time watched as Otsutsuki Gen slowly appeared, and they all knelt down in excitement, letting out cheers and praises that shook the heavens and the earth: "Praise be to the great prophet!"
"The embodiment of light and hope has finally returned!"
Among the crowd, Kisame Hoshigaki and Sasori Akasuna, clad in magnificent and solemn golden robes, followed on either side of Genji Otsutsuki.
His eyes were as clear as a mirror, radiating an indescribable peace and tranquility.
The two, like guardians protecting the light, accompanied Otsutsuki Gen, slowly making their way towards the Fire Temple.
Along the roadside, countless believers held exquisite jade bottles in their hands, devoutly sprinkling dew-like water into the sky.
The glistening water droplets, illuminated by the sunlight, refracted a dazzling golden light, like sacred dew falling from the sky, nourishing the earth and the hearts of all people.
Along the way, devout believers stood on both sides of the road, their hands clasped together, chanting compassionate and peaceful scriptures: "May the Pure Land descend, and may all beings find peace and happiness..."
"Light shines everywhere, dispelling the darkness..."
Countless prayers and chants seemed to intertwine into a magnificent and splendid symphony, lingering around Otsutsuki Genji and the two newly appointed protectors...
This will elevate this magnificent procession to an even more sacred and solemn level.
Finally, everyone stepped onto the steps in front of the Fire Temple.
The Fire Temple before us has been completely transformed, a far cry from its former simplicity and dilapidation.
The entire temple was bathed in a magnificent golden light, with exquisite lotus carvings adorning the walls. The incense burning in front of the gate emitted a refreshing fragrance, making the entire area even more solemn and dignified.
As they ascended the temple steps, Sasori of the Red Sand and Kisame Hoshigaki stood on either side of Gen Otsutsuki, each shouldering the responsibility of protecting him.
With a solemn and humble demeanor, like a loyal guardian deity, he solemnly protects the central Otsutsuki Genji.
At this moment, Kosuke Maruboshi, who had been waiting at the Fire Temple for a long time, slowly stepped forward to greet him with the utmost reverence.
He was dressed in a magnificent robe, holding a whisk, and his eyes revealed deep piety.
He walked step by step to Otsutsuki Gen, bowed his head and knelt down devoutly, his tone full of gratitude and reverence: "Thank you for the return of the great prophet, and for the light to descend upon this land once more."
With a gentle expression, Otsutsuki Gen gently reached out and helped Maruhoshi Kosuke up, then smiled and stepped into the main hall.
Inside the hall, incense smoke curled around the statue of a gleaming golden deity, which sat solemnly and majestically in the center. Prayer flags hung on the surrounding walls, and solemn chanting filled the air.
Under the watchful eyes of countless believers, Otsutsuki Gen stepped onto the altar. He sat cross-legged, clasped his hands together, and began to chant compassionate and solemn scriptures.
Kisame Hoshigaki and Sasori Akasago stood on either side, their hands clasped together, their expressions devout.
As the chanting of scriptures resounded, the atmosphere within the Fire Temple instantly became even more sacred and solemn: "May light shine upon the world, dispelling darkness and evil..."
May all sentient beings be free from suffering and attain happiness and peace...
The believers knelt on the ground, holding scriptures, and followed Otsutsuki Gen in reciting sacred texts in a low voice. Their devout and pure voices echoed throughout the hall.
As the ceremony was underway, Sasori of the Red Sand and Kisame Hoshigaki slowly walked to the center of the hall.
They each received incense from the attendants, lit it respectfully, clasped their hands together, and devoutly inserted it into the incense burner. Afterward, they slowly retreated, and only after completing their rituals did they return to Otsutsuki Genji's side to guard him.
At this moment, their hearts were filled with unprecedented peace and compassion, as if they had completely bid farewell to the darkness and hatred of the past, and from now on devoted themselves to the light, protecting Otsutsuki Genji and the path of light.
As the ceremony drew to a close, Otsutsuki Gen slowly opened his eyes, his warm and compassionate gaze sweeping over the entire hall. He spoke calmly and gently, saying, "The age of light is about to arrive, and the hearts of all beings will forever be filled with purification and peace. From this day forward, let us join hands and work together to ensure that the ninja world is free from suffering and strife."
Upon hearing this, the believers knelt down, chanting verses of gratitude and praise, their voices devout and full of hope: "May the Prophet mercifully protect all beings in the realm of sages, so that they may forever be bathed in purification and light!"
The bells of the Fire Temple rang out gently, echoing throughout the sky of the Land of Fire.
Mt. Myoki...
The giant toad immortal sighed helplessly.
Unexpectedly, a third calamity is about to take shape...
According to previous predictions, there are currently two true calamities facing the ninja world.
The first is a planetary catastrophe.
The second is the calamity caused by the curse of the Uchiha Sharingan...
The third calamity, I speculate, is the calamity of light.
A light that devours hearts will appear on the Ninja World continent... but how this light will appear, even the Great Toad Sage cannot know...
Now...
In just a few days, this force has swept across the entire Land of Fire.
It has even begun to spread to various countries in the ninja world.
This period saw the disappearance of the aristocratic class due to the suppression and even killing of daimyo by the five great ninja villages.
These wandering refugees, under the organization of Ōtsutsuki Genji, formed the origin of the Third Disaster...
Light..