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Chapter 176 I'm not domineering, I'm not domineering at all.

"Hmm, Manda brought back an interesting lad."

Who is it? It is...

Almost the instant Manda brought Kaguya Naoki to Ryuchi Cave, the White Snake Sage, who had been sitting cross-legged on his high throne and was very calm, suddenly opened his eyes, looked at Kaguya Naoki in the distance, and showed a rather complicated expression.

Naoki Kaguya?

Is he the guy who almost single-handedly pushed the whole world aside?

Why did this guy come to Ryuchi Cave?
Do you want to pursue my power or...?

The White Snake Sage narrowed his eyes. As one of the most famous sages in the ninja world, he naturally paid close attention to major events in the ninja world, just like the sages of Mount Myōboku.

Looking back, probably eight out of ten major events in the past few years are related to Kaguya Naoki, and the White Snake Sage has long since made his judgment on Kaguya Naoki.

That was a guy who possessed the power of Hashirama Senju, and was far more domineering than Hashirama Senju.

Even now, he isn't very confident about winning.

The balance of power is the key to a person's calm mindset.

Only the absolutely strong can remain indifferent to the weak.

but now.

Not confident of defeating his opponent in terms of strength, the White Snake Immortal, who had forgotten his instincts as a snake seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune, was awakened again.

Avoid that guy.

However, he is an immortal.

The White Snake Immortal raised his head once more, his tone filled with supreme authority.

"Tagoshi-hime, Tsuratsu-hime, Ichikishima-hime."

As soon as he finished speaking, the beautiful creature who had been so high and mighty outside the palace, bossing around the giant snakes, hurriedly crawled in through the passage, looking completely respectful.

"White Snake Immortal, is there something else you need us to do?"

"of course."

"Wanshe has brought a little fellow that I am very interested in. Prepare some trials for him to see if he is qualified to inherit my immortal arts."

"If you have it, teach him the magic and tell him that I am currently in a deep slumber and cannot receive guests."

"If not."

The White Snake didn't think that Kaguya Naoki couldn't pass the tests of the three immortals.

But what if.

He had to consider this possible consequence: if Kaguya Naoki got angry and started fighting him with his god-like power, it wouldn't be a good thing.

It's just magic.

He was in a dilemma. Now, he also had to tell these loyal guys that they must give the Sage Technique to Kaguya Naoki.

We cannot afford to lose face.

"You must remember one thing."

Amidst the slightly puzzled looks of the three high-ranking members of Ryuchi Cave, the White Snake Immortal finally spoke.

"That guy, the little fellow brought by Wanshe, is a key piece in my scheme. He's extremely important, and I must find a way to teach him the immortal techniques."

"My pieces also need strengthening."

"After all, those little guys that old toad laid out are quite interesting."

Old toad!
The three immortals of Longdi Cave suddenly realized the truth.

It turns out that it was a game between the White Snake Immortal and the Toad Immortal.

No wonder!
The three of them couldn't wait to go outside and see if they could gain the approval of the Ten Thousand Snakes and bring him back to Dragon Cave. They were arrogant guys who wanted to obtain immortal techniques without knowing that all of this was arranged by the White Snake Immortal.

Of course, more importantly, this person is qualified to become a pawn of the White Snake Immortal!
Of course they wanted to take a closer look.

"Yes, White Snake Immortal."

All three high-ranking members of Ryuchi Cave who were in charge of overseeing the trials sprang into action.

At this moment, the White Snake Immortal, looking at the scene inside Ryuchi Cave, couldn't help but pat his tail.

Every few decades, a few truly remarkable individuals will emerge in the ninja world.

Why is there absolutely no trace of those people's chakra on this person?

Was he not destined for this fate?
The White Snake Immortal sat up straight.

Old toad, did you actually foresee this guy's future in destiny?

If you saw it, why didn't you take action?
Well.

This is an opportunity.

The White Snake Immortal broke free from his original snake instincts and quickly realized that this was a golden opportunity.

This kid is truly a force capable of shifting the fate of the world.

If we could get him to join Ryuchi Cave, wouldn't that be enough to shake up the whole world?

The White Snake Immortal's mood changed slightly.

Hehe, you little rascal, you're so intimidated by my immortal reputation that you'll join Ryuchi Cave after receiving the gifts of immortal magic.

As long as you can obtain the power of my Ryuchi Cave, even if no one's power has ever resided within you, you will be able to obtain the key that is enough to defy the Six Paths!
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Longdi Cave.

Looking at the inscriptions carved on the cave walls, gazing at the swirling mist around him, and frowning at the putrid dampness in the air, Kaguya Naoki was pondering how to approach Ryuchi Cave.

In the future world, should we really allow these guys who claim to be able to control the future and set up camps in various ninja villages?

Of course not.

but.

That happened later, not now.

The key now is to acquire the immortal techniques that will allow me to reach a higher level.

It seems we shouldn't have fallen out before this.

But if they really are unwilling to give themselves magic powers.

Let's get started.

Even though the White Immortal is a renowned immortal, he is still not strong enough to fight against me.

Naoki Kaguya's gaze turned indifferent as she watched three exceptionally beautiful humans part the clouds.

When they looked at what was in front of them, their eyes widened and they fell silent.

Although he heard from the White Snake Sage that Kaguya Naoki would be a key pawn in the White Snake Sage's game against the Old Toad, he knew that Naoki was extraordinary.

But why is Manda so respectful?!
It's important to know that although most snakes are proud and cruel like the Wanshe, most of them have been thoroughly taught a lesson by these few.

Only a limited number of people never submitted to them.

They even resented the White Snake Immortal.

Manda is one of them.

As the most prominent troublemaker, the fact that he's still living a very comfortable life speaks volumes about Manda's strength.

How did such a powerful and arrogant snake end up submitting to this human?

The three immortals exchanged a glance, realizing that Kaguya Naoki had become powerful enough, otherwise Manda would never have made such a decision.

In that case, we'll have to reconsider the trial.

"This ninja who wishes to obtain Sage Techniques, please come with us to participate in the experiment." The three sages acted neither humbly nor arrogantly, following the rules of Ryuchi Cave.

Naoki Kaguya nodded slightly in his heart.

He could tell from his own eyes that these people in front of him were indeed immortals from Ryuchi Cave, because the energy in their bodies was very similar to the ripples in the air.

What he didn't know was.

Just as he was about to signal the giant snake to move forward, the enormous snake head beneath his feet suddenly let out a sneer that was inconsistent with its size and character.

"You guys are really out of your minds. I think you should just give me your seats!"

Manda was extremely arrogant. On one hand, he wanted to show his loyalty, and on the other hand, he wanted to completely enrage the immortals in front of him so that they would teach the ninja above him who looked down on him a lesson.

"Do you think this guy on my head is just an ordinary ninja? The White Snake Sage actually sent the three of you to set up a test? What kind of power do you think could bring this guy on my head down under the test!"

"Your eyes are blind, but I can help you see!"

The arrogance and rudeness of the demon caused the hearts of the three high-ranking members of Ryuchi Cave to race for a moment.

It is anger, coldness, and bloodlust.

They couldn't stand Manda's arrogant attitude.

They wanted to teach Manda a lesson, and also make the ninja who might have instigated Manda to do the aforementioned things suffer a bit as well!
However, before they shouted at each other, they cautiously glanced at the creature on the head of the giant snake.

Huh?
Still nothing special?
No.

Such ordinariness itself implies that something is wrong.

The high-ranking officials exchanged glances, then simultaneously took turns advancing and retreating. One of them, under the cover of the white snake, closed his eyes and carefully sensed the surroundings.
He saw a terrifying and majestic life force and chakra!
Even though he couldn't absorb the natural energy of Ryuchi Cave, he could still perceive it.

However, the terrifying elements emanating from his body still disrupted the energy flow of Ryuchi Cave!
Perceive it more closely.

It was like a blazing sun, scorching her soul!

"Ten thousand snakes!"

After learning of Kaguya Naoki's power, the immortals were shocked but also tried their best to maintain their composure.

That's incredibly rude.

"It was Manda who was extremely rude."

"However, now is not the time to dwell on these things."

Naoki Kaguya jumped off the snake's head and looked directly at the immortals.

"Three immortals, may my trial begin?"

"After all, I am absolutely devoted to learning the magic of Ryuchi Cave."

What kind of piety is that?!
The immortals secretly complained to themselves, but they were also in a dilemma.

Their so-called trials would probably have no effect on the man before them.

You know, for this man with terrifying chakra and those Byakugan eyes, breaking free from their genjutsu test would probably be no problem at all.

Unless the White Snake Immortal intervenes.
Okay, the White Snake Immortal doesn't want to make a move.

So now, maintaining a certain level of mystery between Ryuji Cave and ourselves is more important than simply keeping this man, whose ambition is almost uncontrollable, in a state of slight awe.

"This devout ninja who wants to obtain Sage Techniques, Kaguya Naoki-kun, in reality, the White Snake Sage's test was just to give those ninjas who were destined never to learn Sage Techniques a reason to refuse."

"As a ninja who has long been in the sights of the White Snake Sage and whose genius potential has been discovered by us, let's just cancel those boring trials."

"Naoki-kun, we'll take you to learn Sage Mode next."

"Well."

"So simple."

Naoki Kaguya sighed at Manda, who lowered his head, directing his astonished and disdainful gaze toward the three immortals to the ground to avoid being seen by them.

Seeing Manda's posture, Kaguya Naoki, who roughly knew what he was thinking, smiled, and then truly expressed her gratitude to the three immortals before her.

"Thank you all. I look forward to your guidance over the next period of time."

The three immortals nodded emphatically.

Of course, I'd appreciate your guidance.

Otherwise, where would the absolute confidence that the three immortals had built up over a long period of time in humanity go?
Sage Mode is completely different from human ninjutsu. No matter how talented you are in ninjutsu, it is still very difficult to learn Sage Mode!
"Ah."

"So, are we going to see the White Snake Immortal now?"

Naoki Kaguya wanted to put on a mask so that he could fully unleash his Byakugan, as he wanted to see what the White Snake Sage was made of.

"No no no."

The three immortals immediately shook their heads.

"The White Snake Immortal is currently in hibernation. The three of us will be responsible for teaching you immortal techniques."

Hibernation.

winter.

Well.

It really feels like winter.

Does the White Snake Immortal also go into hibernation?

Do you not want to see me?
Naoki Kaguya's eyes showed a slight look of confusion.

Even if you're completely unfamiliar with outside affairs, you should have heard of his name. Why don't you even want to meet him?
However, now that we have the magic, there is no need to dwell on it any longer.

"Naoki-kun, please come with us."

"Ten Thousand Snakes, you."

"Shut up!"

"Listen to them."

"You lot, hurry up and tell me, I need to rest."

The three immortals' brows twitched, eager to teach Wanshe a lesson.

However, one should consider the owner before beating a dog. Manda has clearly become Kaguya Naoki's summoning beast, so it should be given more respect.

"Go back to your training. Once we've sent Naoki out, you can go with him."

"Okay, okay, I understand. You guys should leave now."

The three immortals frowned, then smiled, and led Kaguya Naoki towards a dense forest behind them where the natural energy was particularly strong.

After the three of them disappeared from Wan She's sight, the giant snake immediately raised its head and looked in the direction of the White Snake Immortal.

That old bastard, how could he possibly rest? I've never seen you rest in all these years I've been here!
You're not scared too, are you?
And those three little snakes!
Thinking of this, when it didn't involve the White Snake Immortal, Wan She naturally didn't hold back in speaking and began to laugh unrestrainedly.

"Aren't you three the most noble immortals in Ryuchi Cave? Aren't you puzzled as to why I was being trampled on like a dog by that person?"

"Do you understand now? Do you still dare to laugh at me?"

"Those three good-for-nothings who didn't even dare to put on a test after just one meeting dare to laugh at me!"

Manda suddenly revealed a different kind of smile, and looked in the direction where the giant snakes were gathered.

"Hmph, just you wait! I'm going to spread this news throughout the entire Dragon Cave and let all the giant snakes know about your shameful behavior!"

Also, I need to ask you carefully whether the White Snake Sage can go into hibernation!
Wanshe thought to himself, then burst into unrestrained laughter.

"Hahaha!"

(End of this chapter)