MM Racing Chapter 128 Methods to Get Stronger Quickly
Chapter 128 Methods to Get Stronger Quickly
Chapter 128 Methods to Get Stronger Quickly
Firstly, there is the cursed seal obtained from Orochimaru, which is a flawed and distorted "Sage Mode".
The true Sage Mode is the ladder to climb to the peak of Kage-level power and touch the power of legend.
Every user of Sage Mode is a formidable force, even at the Kage level.
While curse seals can also provide a power boost beyond the ordinary, their effects are closely linked to the user's own strength.
Just like in the original story, Sasuke Uchiha's first battle with Naruto Uzumaki at the Valley of the End showed a level of strength that was completely inferior to Sage Mode.
The true value of the Cursed Seal Mode lies in its universality; it doesn't have the same high requirements as the Sage Mode.
According to researchers like Takuno Minamoto, Sage Mode and Cursed Seal power are both extremely special "independent multipliers," except that Sage Mode has more multipliers.
This means that it can be stacked, or even multiplied! Whether it is the power of a raging tailed beast or the power of the legendary Sage of Six Paths, it can be fused with it.
If he can master a stable and controllable curse seal, with his current strength, there is indeed a great possibility that he will be able to increase his strength and step into the threshold of the peak of the Kage level!
Unfortunately—Yuan Tuoye sighed inwardly.
He had long shelved his research on the Cursed Seal, and the war broke out the moment he obtained the research data on the Cursed Seal from Orochimaru.
In the early stages of the war, in order to integrate the third bloodline, he devoted himself to the research of the Ghost Sprout Technique.
Having finally completed his research on the Ghost Sprout Technique, the war escalated to an extreme state, leaving him overwhelmed and unable to focus on anything else.
Naturally, this research could only be postponed. Now it seems that it's time to start this research.
Fortunately, they have Orochimaru's detailed research data, as well as the most crucial research material, the active cells of Jugo, the source of the Cursed Seal. It shouldn't be too difficult to research it.
At the earliest, it will take one year; at the latest, it will take two years. You will surely reap some rewards.
Secondly, it relies on stimulation to forcefully break through to the Mangekyou Sharingan realm.
Those beings at the pinnacle of their bloodline limits can provide an immediate and transformative boost to their strength.
Unfortunately, Yuan Tuoye could not choose to do that; he could not recklessly use that auxiliary device and cause himself to have a mental breakdown.
It's normal to pay a price for gaining power, but there are some prices he can't accept!
It would probably take several years to fully awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan.
He couldn't help but sigh again, realizing that compared to those dazzling geniuses like Uchiha Shisui, Uchiha Itachi, and even the mad Uchiha Obito, his path to "awakening his eyes" was truly long and arduous.
What's even more perplexing is that he chose to possess only the Sharingan, without any blood-related siblings to replace his Mangekyou Sharingan power, thus severing his innate path to obtaining the true "Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan".
However—Yuan Tuoye's lips curled into a cold smile.
When has he ever been afraid of the question of "blindness"?
Like Obito Uchiha, he did not possess the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan. Even until the very end, his eye power was never exhausted, relying on the immense vitality and regenerative power brought by Hashirama's Sage Body cells.
He, Gen Takuno, also possesses a sufficient reserve of Hashirama cells!
In the future, if you can perfectly integrate it into yourself, the side effects of overusing the Mangekyou Sharingan will naturally disappear.
At that time, the absolute advantage of "Eternity" over "ordinary" kaleidoscopes was probably only that one crucial transformation of eye power.
He was slightly lost in thought, even somewhat looking forward to the awakening of his kaleidoscope ability.
Could it be a space-time type? In the world of Naruto, spacetime power is invariably a terrifying divine technique that breaks the rules.
He lacked the talent to learn the Flying Thunder God Technique, and if he wanted to master this kind of power, the Mangekyou Sharingan was almost his last hope.
In the end, Yuan Tuoye shook his head, stopped thinking about it, and realized that he still needed to be down-to-earth and move forward step by step.
I stretched my limbs after standing for so long, and the morning light shone through the gaps in the leaves onto my shoulders.
The sense of urgency seemed to lessen somewhat as he pondered.
He doesn't seem to need to rush right now; the subsequent fusion mechanism of the Ghost Sprout Technique is still under exploration.
Moreover, the gains in strength from fusing with ordinary Hyuga bloodlines are actually minimal, so even if you save it for last, you won't lose anything.
When time has passed, and one's strength has naturally reached its peak, and the Ghost Sprout Technique has been honed to perfection, then it will not be too late to ascend to the Lonely Moon Palace.
At that time, Toneri Otsutsuki, the purest descendant of the Otsutsuki bloodline in the current ninja world, will become the most perfect and priceless cornerstone on his path to pursuing supreme power!
If he fails, then the Hyuga main family bloodline he possesses can serve as a backup plan.
With his mind focused, Yuan Tuoye's figure quietly blended into the morning light and disappeared into the distance at the edge of the forest.
On this day, Gen Takuno was meticulously organizing the scrolls, preparing to set off again for the frozen land of the Snow Country to continue his quest for the mysteries of bloodline limits.
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Suddenly, the plan was abruptly interrupted by a hearty laugh and the sound of the door being pushed open without any politeness.
"Yo! Takuno-kun! Long time no see!"
Jiraiya's signature white hair appeared at the doorway. He swaggered in, his hearty laughter almost shaking the doorframe, instantly shattering the quiet stillness of the room.
Yuan Tuoye reluctantly put down the scroll in his hand and looked up at the uninvited guest.
"Lord Jiraiya, it's been a long time." What's the matter? You were sitting in the audience at yesterday's signing ceremony of the ceasefire agreement between Konoha and Kumogakure; I wasn't far from you.
There was a hint of helplessness in his voice. Fortunately, he didn't keep anything he wanted in the house, otherwise it would have been troublesome if someone like Jiraiya had walked in without knocking and found something.
However, it is precisely this uncertainty that led Gen Takuno to choose to conduct his experiments outside rather than in the village.
"? Is that so?" Jiraiya blinked, feigning surprise, then burst into even louder laughter. "Hahaha, look at my memory! I'm getting old!"
He laughed as he deliberately slapped his forehead hard, trying to cleverly cover up the embarrassment of being caught making a mistake.
Gen Takuno's keen eyes swept over Jiraiya's exaggerated expression and behavior, and he made a clear judgment in his mind. For this hero to be so carefree and relaxed, the ceasefire agreement between Konoha and Kumogakure must have been progressing exceptionally smoothly, which relieved him of the heavy burden on his heart.
"Is there something important that brings you here at this hour, Jiraiya-sama?" Takuno decided to put aside other thoughts and get straight to the point, not wanting to waste time on pleasantries.
Upon hearing this direct question, Jiraiya's smile vanished instantly, replaced by an unusual seriousness that replaced his usual nonchalance.
"Ah, speaking of this—" He cleared his throat, "Do you remember what I mentioned to you before? The suggestion that Tsunade take you as her disciple."
"Lady Tsunade?" Minamoto Takuno paused slightly, his brows furrowing almost imperceptibly. "Has Konoha already ascertained Lady Tsunade's exact whereabouts?"
Despite asking this question aloud, a strange headache welled up deep inside him.
Becoming Tsunade's apprentice? He wasn't really enthusiastic about it. If he were still weak, becoming Tsunade's apprentice would have helped him a lot, but he was no longer the weak person he used to be.
Indeed, Tsunade possesses exquisite skills, such as the "Yin Seal" that condenses the essence of chakra at her forehead, the "Hundred Healings Technique" that can unleash astonishing power in critical moments, and the crucial summoning beast contract.
These are all extremely valuable, and learning them would greatly benefit him.
Thinking of this, Yuan Tuoye let out a soft breath.
So be it. He has never cared much about the master-disciple relationship; as long as he can learn real skills, that's enough.
His only worry now is whether the legendary "Lady Tsunade" will require her disciples to serve her at all times.
If that's the case, it would be incredibly troublesome and would greatly impact his research plans.
"Uh—" At this moment, the extremely familiar awkwardness that Minamoto Takuno had shown on Jiraiya's face reappeared, even more obvious than before, and his eyes began to dart away.
"No way?" Yuan Tuoye looked at his embarrassed state, and the last bit of hope in his heart was extinguished. He was expressionless, and his tone was filled with understanding and helplessness.
"Could it be that Lady Tsunade is still nowhere to be found? Are you planning to take me with you to look for her now?" His slightly cold eyes stared straight at Jiraiya, as if silently questioning: Can you really be relied on, old lady?
"Hahaha! Young man, you need to be patient!" Jiraiya felt a little uneasy under Jiraiya's gaze, and immediately put on his bold smile again, trying to use the sound waves to cover up his unease.
"The journey itself is part of the spiritual practice! Experiencing local customs and cultures along the way, and taking time to relax and enjoy nature," is a rare pleasure, so why not?
As he spoke, he gestured exaggeratedly to indicate the name, trying to create an atmosphere where "finding people can be fun."
Takuno Minamoto maintained his expressionless face, staring at Jiraiya with an almost dead fish-like gaze, his intense suspicion almost tangible, piercing through the other man.
Feeling a little uncomfortable under that gaze, Jiraiya finally stopped his exaggerated performance and spoke in a slightly more serious tone.
"Hey! What kind of eyesight do you have?! You're absolutely right! Knowing Tsunade as I do, she's definitely in the Land of Fire recently, and—" he said confidently, "she can't be too far from Konoha! Trust me, finding her won't be difficult!"
This time, Gen Takuno carefully examined Jiraiya's expression but didn't detect any deception. In fact, he didn't have much doubt about Jiraiya's words.
Even during the most disheartening and cynical period of her life, Tsunade never truly relinquished her deep sense of responsibility towards Konoha.
Although she often complains, whenever the village is on the verge of collapse, she will always return without hesitation to shoulder the mission of one of the "Three Ninjas".
The same applies to this Ninja World War. Her refusal to participate stems from her "hemophobia," a condition that leaves battlefield healers helpless, rather than from an attempt to shirk responsibility.
Her choice to linger around the area surrounding Konoha was undoubtedly a preparation; if the battle truly reached a critical juncture, she would act as a guardian deity, contributing her strength to this last line of defense.
"I see." Minamoto no Takuya suddenly understood why Jiraiya was so eager to take him to find Tsunade.
In this sensitive window of opportunity—when the fighting has subsided but the aftershocks are still lingering—before Miyo is temporarily safe and Tsunade has not yet fully relaxed her vigilance or may embark on another long journey, this is the best time to search for Tsunade.
Yuan Tuoye let out a long sigh of resignation and asked in a deep voice, "In that case, when do we set off?"
He seemed willing to accept any condition as long as he could avoid the fate of being a servant to Tsunade.
Moreover, Konoha is currently in need of manpower, and as the vice-captain of the Anbu, he has quite a few duties to perform. The higher-ups would probably not be willing to leave him "idle" with Tsunade for long.
He silently calculated that at most it would take some time to master the Yin Seal and the Hundred Healings Technique, after which he could retire successfully.
With his exquisite control over chakra, learning these two ninjutsu would not be difficult.
Even if we were to stay by Tsunade's side for a while, we wouldn't be helpless. We could simply send a shadow clone to oversee the laboratory, and the research on the cursed seal wouldn't be interrupted.
However, the experiments on bloodline limits are expected to be suspended for some time, but there's no rush. This thought eased his tense nerves somewhat.
"Now! Let's go right now!" Jiraiya blinked hard, his tone carrying his usual mischievousness. "I've already spoken to Minato, so don't worry, someone will be keeping an eye on your affairs for now."
Yuan Tuoye sighed deeply again, feeling helpless. This "legendary Sannin" was indeed as unconventional and unrestrained as rumored.
Well, since things have already been decided, it's better to act quickly and decisively than to delay. The best course of action is to find Tsunade as soon as possible, complete our training, and return home, thus escaping from under the nose of this seemingly carefree but actually overly shrewd "Konoha's number one information broker."
He had to be extra careful with every move he made in front of Jiraiya.
Just as Gen Takuno finished packing his few belongings and was about to leave, Jiraiya's sharp gaze fell on his face, with a hint of scrutinizing surprise.
"It's strange—I was so busy on the battlefield that I didn't notice, but Tuoye, your face—it looks a bit more youthful than before?"
"I'm young." Yuan Tuoye rolled his eyes in annoyance, trying to brush it off with a nonchalant tone.
He knew perfectly well what the other person had seen. Since fusing with the Wood Release bloodline limit, he had indeed noticed subtle changes in his appearance; his skin was more delicate and firm. However, the changes were extremely minor, so there was no need to worry too much.
However, Jiraiya's insight as a cunning old fox was indeed terrifying—a warning bell rang in Minamoto no Takuno's mind.
This little incident made him feel uneasy: if fusing with Wood Release was already like this, then if he were to successfully obtain the power of the Corpse Bone Pulse in the future, his body's extraordinary "reverse aging" would probably attract even more attention.
At this moment, Yuan Tuoye couldn't help but think that perhaps learning the Yin Seal as a pretext wouldn't be bad.
This could explain why he looked so young later on.
After all, the secret of the Yin Seal, which grants eternal youth, is enough to drive countless women in the ninja world crazy.
Unfortunately, its requirements for chakra control are so demanding that they are daunting.
Otherwise, why wouldn't Tsunade pass on this unique skill to her loyal Shizune?
For Tsunade, what's the difference between Shizune and Sakura? In fact, her relationship with Shizune is even closer.
Ultimately, it's just that the ability to silence is not yet sufficient to meet its requirements.
"Oh? Is that so—" Jiraiya scratched his messy white hair suspiciously, stared at Minamoto Takuya for a few seconds, and finally didn't delve any deeper.
Maybe it's just that this kid has a baby face and doesn't look old? He wondered to himself.
After all, he himself was in his early forties, while Yuan Tuoye was in his thirties. Although they weren't old, they were still far from being "young men".
Yuan Tuoye had no intention of arguing; he didn't have much luggage to begin with, and he was all set up in a short while.
Without another word, the two figures crossed paths in the morning light of Konoha Village, quickly embarking on a long journey to find the wandering "medical master" Tsunade.