Naruto: Uchiha is not Raikage!

Kiyoshi stood at the edge of the Dragon Vein Altar, the slight tingling sensation from the Dragon Vein Chakra still lingering on his fingertips.

He gazed at the flowing dragon vein chakra.

"In normal times, the Dragon Vein Chakra can already interfere with spacetime and rewind to the past. So, when this 'tide' reaches its peak..."
Or, if someone were to artificially begin accumulating dragon vein chakra, and allow it to reach its peak, to what distant future would the timeline it could touch extend?

Kiyoshi was deep in thought.

Kaguya's era?
That legendary era that exists only in ancient murals and historical secrets.

Kaguya Otsutsuki, the progenitor of chakra, descended, devoured the fruit of the God Tree, and single-handedly suppressed the entire planet, bringing the terrifying peace of "Infinite Tsukuyomi." However, she was ultimately sealed away by her two offspring working together.
If only we could go back to that era and witness firsthand how the sacred tree took root, grew, and absorbed nutrients from the entire world.

Even when she was at her weakest, or rather, when she had just gained power and was not yet fully familiar with and in control of it, and perhaps still had some confusion or flaws in her heart.

Is it possible to find an opportunity to defeat Kaguya Otsutsuki and then study the secrets of the Otsutsuki clan?
Or even earlier!

Long before Kaguya Otsutsuki descended!
Before the chakra system was "planted" by the Otsutsuki clan, did this planet possess a more primal, abundant, and unrestrained natural energy?
How much natural energy would there be on the earth in the ninja world back then?
If the seed of the divine tree could be brought back to that era of abundant natural energy, the tree's growth rate would surely accelerate once again with the help of that omnipresent natural energy.

As for the sealing technique that stores natural energy, Kiyoshi can now figure out a way to create it.

In this way, his divine tree will inevitably be more powerful and more perfect than the one from Kaguya's era.

If successful, he will not only possess the absolute power to easily overturn the existing ninja world order and achieve unification, but he will also elevate his chakra reserves to a completely new level.

Kaguya Otsutsuki was given a divine name in that era and was known as the "Goddess of the Rabbit".

If Kiyoshi can do that, he could easily be called a "God of the Uchiha" or something similar.

Then Kiyoshi's hands began to form hand seals at a speed that was difficult to detect with the naked eye.

"Sealing Technique: Four Directions Restricted! Bind!"

"Barrier Technique: Dragon Vein Return! Condense!"

His voice echoed in the underground space, and intricate, lifelike black sealing runes spread out from beneath his feet, quickly covering the entire base of the Dragon Vein Altar.

Without stopping, it frantically climbed and intertwined upwards along the rough rock wall, forming a huge three-dimensional sealing array that completely enveloped the core area of ​​the dragon vein.

At the center of the formation, a powerful chakra fluctuation emanated, isolating the inside from the outside.

At the same time, the highly concentrated dragon vein chakra in the center of the altar, which had been slowly rippled, began to violently surge and roar, as if it were being violently stirred by an invisible yet powerful hand.

At the edge of the pool, a semi-transparent barrier slowly rose up, like a sturdy vessel inverted above the pool, firmly locking in the increasingly surging and active, almost boiling, dragon vein chakra inside, not allowing even the slightest leakage.

The barrier trembled slightly under the impact of the dragon vein's energy, revealing the terrifying power accumulated within.

What Kiyoshi needs to do is not just passively wait for the natural "high tide" to arrive.

He intends to use his unparalleled sealing and barrier techniques to artificially "build a dam and store water," continuously accumulating, compressing, and purifying this dragon vein's chakra to an unprecedented extreme.

He wanted to see what era he could return to if he wanted to push the limits.

As for how to return, Kiyoshi wasn't worried.

Dragon vein chakra is everywhere, but Loulan is the largest node, making it easier to extract.

If he wants to come back, there are plenty of ways.

……

Hidden Leaf Village, night.

Kiyoshi appeared in the courtyard of his own residence.

He had just stepped into the inner room and hadn't even had time to change his shoes when a swift white shadow, accompanied by the faint sound of scales scraping against the floor, swiftly swam towards him in a manner that was both intimate and swift.

It's the White Snake.

She still had that eerie half-human, half-snake form, but compared to before, she seemed to have changed a bit.

Its thick, snake-like tail, covered in glistening white scales, glided nimbly across the floor.

Her upper body was that of a young girl whose figure had already developed into a shapely young woman, her pinkish-white skin glowing with a luminous sheen under the indoor lights.

Her eyes, with their scarlet base and slightly purple vertical pupils, lit up like ignited gems the moment she saw Kiyoshi, filled with dependence.

"Master~"

She emitted a muffled hiss with a distinctly coquettish tone, her voice somewhere between a young girl's crispness and a snake's hoarseness, possessing a unique charm.

The thick snake tail immediately coiled around Kiyoshi's waist and calves like the softest rope, pulling him forcefully closer until there was almost no gap between them.

At the same time, her smooth, cool upper body pressed against him without reservation, her arms encircling Kiyoshi's neck like water snakes, her slender pink tongue with a cute forked tip.

Like teasing a beloved toy, she gently and persistently licked Kiyoshi's cheeks and jawline, even trying to trace the outline of his lips, bringing a cool and slightly itchy sensation.

Kiyoshi let her entwine around him like vines. He reached out and gently stroked the smooth skin of the white snake's back with a soothing gesture.

His gaze, however, passed over the white snake's shoulder and landed on the semi-transparent panel that only he could see.

A few days ago, he took the final step with the White Snake, and naturally, Kiyoshi also obtained the corresponding entry.

It's also a purple entry, but the name is somewhat abstract.

【Xu Xian of the Ninja World (Purple)】

[Requirement: Successfully establish and maintain an intimate relationship beyond conventional definitions with a highly intelligent non-humanoid creature (snake), and explore it in depth.]

【Progress: (Completed).】

[Effect: Increases your affinity and natural control over snake-type spirit beasts by 100%.]

When you communicate with any snake creature through mind or telepathy, you can understand its intentions, emotions, and even underlying needs more clearly and deeply.

When you practice immortal techniques, ninjutsu, or forbidden techniques related to snakes, your cultivation speed and comprehension ability will increase by 50%.

Your own aura will have a natural deterrent and domineering effect on the vast majority of snakes and spirit beasts.

【Note: You can continue to advance later. 】

"Xu Xian..."

As Kiyoshi looked at the name of this entry, a slight smile involuntarily appeared on his lips.

He could be considered the Xu Xian of the ninja world.

The white snake sensed what Kiyoshi was thinking, so it unconsciously tightened its grip, as if afraid of being pushed away by him.

His scarlet vertical pupils narrowed in satisfaction, revealing a look of enjoyment like that of a cat being stroked.

"Your growth rate is still too slow compared to your potential."

Qingsi said calmly.

"It seems that conventional teaching and natural accumulation are no longer sufficient to meet the needs. We need to give you some more direct and essential 'nourishment' to accelerate this process."

As he spoke, he extended his right index finger, a thought flashing through his mind.

At the fingertip, the skin quietly cracked, and a drop of blood slowly seeped out.

The blood bead contained not only a vast, boundless life force, but also cells formed after he fused multiple bloodline limits, undergone the baptism of dragon vein chakra, and the tempering of "Sage Techniques".

The white snake's vertical pupils contracted in that instant, locking onto that drop of blood like needles.

Her deepest instincts made her clearly feel the attraction this held for her!

Kiyoshi brought his fingertips to her lips.

Without any hesitation, the white snake carefully used its forked, soft pink tongue to gently curl the drop of golden blood, and then quickly swallowed it.

Meanwhile, the white snake's chakra was rapidly increasing, as if it had consumed the "Hero's Water" from Takigakure.

"At this rate, you should be able to break through the barrier completely in three months at most, complete the final transformation, get rid of this half-human, half-snake transitional form, and have a complete human form."

Kiyoshi lifted the white snake's chin with his fingertips.

He was curious to see what the White Snake's legs would look like.

……

Several days later, in the evening, in a lively izakaya in Konoha's commercial district.

Tsunade sat casually on the tatami mat, with several empty sake dishes already placed in front of her.

Her long, golden hair was casually tied back, with a few strands falling beside her cheeks, making her flushed cheeks, flushed from the alcohol, even more beautiful and charming.

However, there was still a hint of disappointment in his eyes from the casino defeat.

Shizune sat opposite her, holding a pink piglet named Tonton in her arms. Looking at the empty plate in front of Tsunade, she couldn't help but advise:
"Lady Tsunade, let's drink less, and... haven't you been losing too much lately? Maybe you should quit gambling..."

Tsunade waved her hand boldly, laughing with a hint of drunkenness:

"Jingyin, what do you know? A little gambling is harmless, but excessive gambling is harmful. I'm not even that far off yet."

"Besides, I'm in a good mood today, so I have to have a drink!"

She said she was in a good mood, but the displeasure she felt from losing money was still evident in the depths of her eyes.

She turned to the boss and shouted:

"Boss, another jug ​​of strong liquor, and one serving of our signature roast chicken!"

Just then, a familiar voice, accompanied by a chuckle, broke in:
"Hey! Isn't this Tsunade? What a coincidence! Boss, bring an extra bowl and chopsticks, and a few more snacks to go with your drinks."

Jiraiya lifted the curtain and walked in with a grin, sitting down opposite Tsunade without any hesitation.

He was still wearing that red jacket, his long white hair was tied in a ponytail, and he had his usual smile on his face, which was slightly sleazy but also undeniably bold.

Tsunade glanced at him and said irritably:
"You rascal, how come you appear out of nowhere? Where did you gather these materials from this time?"

Jiraiya scratched the back of his head, his smile fading slightly, and lowered his voice as he said:
"Just came back from outside the village, and by the way... I went to Mount Myoboku."

"Oh?"

Tsunade raised an eyebrow and poured herself a dish of sake.

"What prophecy did those old toads give you this time? Or did they dream of some world-ending disaster again?"

Jiraiya shook his head, his brows furrowing slightly:

“This time it’s a bit strange. I feel that the atmosphere on Mount Myōboku is very heavy. It seems that neither Master Fukasaku nor Granny Shima are here, and the other toads are also acting like they don’t know what to say.”

I wanted to find out what happened, but they seemed to have received some orders and wouldn't say anything. It felt like... something serious had occurred.

Upon hearing this, Tsunade paused in her drinking, a hint of seriousness flashing in her brown-gold eyes. As one of the three sacred lands, any unusual activity at Mount Myōboku was no small matter.

But she still outwardly appeared indifferent:
"What big thing could happen? If the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up. Right now, Konoha has that brat, what are you worrying about?"

The "little devil" she was referring to was naturally Kiyoshi.

Jiraiya sighed:
"That's true, but the attitude of Mount Myōboku is really unsettling. Moreover, I've been traveling recently and have heard some rumors about the Shinkyo organization. They seem to be more active on the border, and I wonder what they're plotting."

"A bunch of cowardly cowards, they'll never amount to anything."

Tsunade snorted, seemingly disdainful of the New Akatsuki organization, but there was also a hint of wariness in her eyes.

The two chatted casually over food and drinks about the situation in the ninja world and the changes in the village.

Jingyin sat quietly to the side, eating her food in small bites, but her mind had already wandered far away.

As she listened to Tsunade and Jiraiya's conversation, Kiyoshi's image involuntarily surfaced in her mind, reminding her of those times they spent alone in the medical department and even occasionally in the Hokage's office.

Kiyoshi's intimate gestures towards her made her blush...

That wretched bastard, even though he already has Lady Tsunade, he still keeps bothering me...

Shizune felt her cheeks burning again, so she quickly lowered her head and pretended to be focused on feeding the piglet in her arms.

Just then, Jiraiya picked up the wine dish he had just filled and smiled at Tsunade, saying:

"Come on, Tsunade, it's been a long time. Let me raise a glass to you, to wish all three of us Sannin... well, even though Orochimaru went astray, I hope we're all doing well!"

Tsunade habitually picked up her sake cup, preparing to drink it all in one gulp as usual. However, just as the liquid was about to touch her lips, a sudden and intense feeling of nausea surged up from her stomach.

"Well……"

Her expression changed, she abruptly put down her wine glass, covered her mouth with her hand, and forcefully suppressed the urge to vomit.

"what happened?"

Jiraiya was startled and looked at her in confusion.

"You're already done drinking it before you've even had a sip?"

Tsunade shook her head, thinking that it might be because she was too tired lately, or because she was upset about losing money earlier.

She took a deep breath, trying to calm the discomfort, and picked up her glass again.

However, when the smell of alcohol entered the nasal cavity again, the nausea not only did not subside, but became even stronger, and was even accompanied by a slight dizziness!

This is not right!

Tsunade knew her body better than anyone.

She possesses top-tier medical ninjutsu and has meticulous control over her physical condition.

Even if she drinks herself into a stupor, she always has ways to instantly sober up the next day and would never experience such severe physical discomfort.

A strange premonition crept into my mind.

She put down her wine glass, her expression turning serious. Ignoring the questioning looks from Jiraiya and Shizune beside her, she extended her fingers and placed them on the wrist of her other hand, mobilizing her chakra to begin a thorough physical examination.

Chakra, like the most precise probe, traveled through her meridian system and internal organs.

At first, she thought it was a hangover or an upset stomach, but soon her chakra senses detected a fluctuation in the uterine area.

That's the pulse of new life!
And, the obvious abnormal changes in her hormone levels!
boom!
It was like a thunderclap exploding in my mind!

Tsunade froze on the spot, her brown-gold eyes widening instantly, filled with disbelief and shock!

Pregnant?!
She...she's pregnant?!
In an instant, she recalled the time about a month ago when Kiyoshi came to her place, and the intimate encounter between them that lasted almost the entire night without any protection...

It was that time!
Tsunade's expression changed rapidly, alternating between red and white.

There was a sudden sense of bewilderment and uncertainty about the future, but deep down, an expectation that surprised even herself was rising uncontrollably.

At her age, she thought she would never be a mother, but unexpectedly...

She stood up abruptly, without saying a word, and without even glancing at Jiraiya and Shizune, quickly left the izakaya, her figure disappearing into the night.

"Hey, Tsunade? Tsunade!"

Jiraiya, holding a wine dish, stared blankly at Tsunade's departing figure, completely baffled.

"Did I...did I say something wrong? Or did she lose so much money that she can't even drink anymore?"

Shizune was also stunned, but she quickly connected the dots between Tsunade's unusual reaction and her serious self-diagnosis, and a startling guess came to mind.

She quickly picked up Ton-ton and bowed hastily to Jiraiya:
"Lord Jiraiya, I'm sorry, Lady Tsunade might be feeling unwell. I'll go check on her!"

After saying that, he hurriedly chased after her.

Jiraiya was left sitting alone, looking at the table full of food and wine, scratching his head, his face full of confusion and innocence:
"What... what's going on here?"

……

Meanwhile, inside Uchiha Mikoto's mansion.

Mikoto had just finished bathing and was sitting in front of her dressing table, gently combing her long, black hair with a wooden comb.

In the mirror, her face remained beautiful, exuding the gentle charm of a mature woman.

She put down the comb, her hand unconsciously stroking her still flat and smooth abdomen, a faint trace of disappointment in her eyes.

"Still no movement..."

She murmured to herself.

She recalled her previous conversation with Kiyoshi, who said that whether she could have a child depended on her physical strength.

She understood Kiyoshi's meaning and believed that with her physique and the enhancement of her Mangekyou Sharingan after absorbing "Kiyoshi's cells," her physical strength was already far beyond what it used to be.

She and Kiyoshi were together quite a few times, and each time...

Mikoto's cheeks flushed slightly.

She only wanted to have children naturally with Kiyoshi and did not want to rely on any drugs or technological interventions.

However, Kiyoshi's cells were too powerful, and sometimes her own cells simply couldn't resist them.

So that requires some luck.

Mikoto believes that if she tries it enough times and the timing is right, she will get pregnant naturally.

However, the waiting process can be quite anxious.

"But that's okay."

Mikoto looked at herself in the mirror and a happy smile appeared on her lips.

"As long as it is his and my child, whenever it comes, it will be the best gift from God, and I will wait patiently."

She believed that day was not far off.

She stroked her belly, her eyes filled with maternal glow.

…………

At the same moment, Kiyoshi placed the white snake, which had slumped into a puddle of mud, on the bed.

Her lower body was gradually taking on the outline of legs, and her upper body was becoming increasingly voluptuous.

It's no exaggeration to say that if the White Snake were to become a star in the Land of Fire, her beauty would surpass even that of Kazeka Koyuki.

After leaving the White Serpent, Kiyoshi planned to develop the "Water Transformation Technique," the signature technique of the Hozuki clan of Kirigakure.

This is an example of taking the transformation of water properties to the extreme, enabling one to liquefy any part of the body or even the entire body, making them immune to most physical attacks.

"To briefly energize the physical body, transforming it into the pure nature of Water Release chakra..."

Qing Si pondered in a low voice.

"It's not a simple form imitation, but involves temporary nature conversion at the cellular level and the ultimate mimicry of chakra. It requires a high degree of control over water-style chakra and a precise grasp of the subtle structure of one's own body."

This is a realm that ordinary ninjas might never be able to reach, even if they spend their entire lives trying.

It is very difficult to learn such a secret technique unless one has the blood of the Hozuki clan.

However, for Kiyoshi, who had already honed his chakra control to its peak and had a thorough understanding of himself, this was more like a thin layer of paper waiting to be broken through.

He closed his eyes, and the vast chakra within his body began to flow, slowly permeating his right hand under his guidance.

At first, I only felt a cool, damp sensation on my fingertips, as if they were covered in dew.

But as the chakra continued to be injected and the transformation deepened, an astonishing change occurred.

His right index finger, starting from the fingertip, gradually became transparent and softened in texture, eventually transforming into a crystal-clear, constantly rippling drop of water.

The chakra at the point where the water droplet connects to his fingertip maintains its form like a bridge, both independent and unified.

With a slight thought, Qing Si's index finger, which had transformed into a water droplet, seemed to possess a life of its own, able to stretch, deform, and even separate a small portion to float and flow in the air before perfectly returning to its original form.

"Local liquefaction, initial success."

Kiyoshi was overjoyed; this was only the first step in validating his idea.

Next comes the real challenge: complete hydration.

He took a deep breath, and more water-attribute chakra surged like a burst dam, instantly flowing into his limbs and every cell of his body.

Dramatic changes were taking place within him. His skin began to lose its original texture, rippling like water, and the outline of his entire body became transparent.

Bones, muscles, internal organs... all physical tissues are transforming into a liquid state under the power of chakra.

It was as if he was no longer a solid "person", but had become a river, a lake.

Before long, Kiyoshi realized he had succeeded.

The secret techniques of the Hozuki clan were not difficult for him to learn.

Just as he was about to continue refining it, there was a knock on the door.

Someone outside was calling out Kiyoshi's name.

Judging from the voice, it sounds like... Tsunade. (End of Chapter)