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Meanwhile, the mountains near this sacred tree also welcomed uninvited guests.

"Wow, the Divine Tree's speed has actually increased this much?"

Ōtsutsuki Isshiki stared at the divine tree within the barrier, his expression one of utter shock.

Kiyoshi possesses such abilities that the divine tree is almost bearing fruit.

This technique would be considered an extraordinary skill even within the Otsutsuki clan.

"We must get this."

Ōtsutsuki Isshiki observed the barrier.

Every barrier has its advantages and disadvantages, and the biggest drawback of this barrier is that it is too precise.

If no one maintains it, this barrier can easily break down and become ineffective over time.

Otsutsuki Isshiki speculated that this was why Kiyoshi and Otsutsuki Kaguya hadn't moved to another place.

After all, there's hardly any scenery to speak of near the sacred tree.

This area, like the spine of the world, is only covered by sparse forests, except for the sacred tree.

The sacred tree of the past has already absorbed the life force of this area's soil. Even if the barrier that Kiyoshi has set up now can reduce the consumption, it cannot change the past outcome.

"Go now?"

Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo-do.

"No, let's wait and observe."

Ōtsutsuki Isshiki shook his head.

To be on the safe side, it's better to play it safe.

……

On this day, Otsutsuki Hamura also woke up very early.

"Brother Hamura!"

"Otsutsuki Haguro shouted."

You look great in your clothes today.

"of course!"

"Otsutsuki Hako said proudly."

"My father said I'll be a great beauty when I grow up!"

Hamura Otsutsuki smiled slightly, his gaze falling on what was behind her.

Kiyoshi and Kaguya Otsutsuki walked side by side.

"Father, Mother."

Ōtsutsuki Hamura bowed respectfully.

Kiyoshi walked up to him and carefully examined those deep blue eyes:

How are you adapting to the Tenseigan?

"There are still many things I don't understand."

Hamura Otsutsuki said frankly.

"The power is so great that I sometimes feel fear."

“Power itself is not scary; what is scary is the person who uses power.”

Kiyoshi patted him on the shoulder.

“You are more clear-headed than your brother, and I believe you can handle it.”

The atmosphere became subtly heavy upon mentioning Hagoromo Otsutsuki.

Otsutsuki Hamura whispered:

"Will my brother... really come?"

"He will come."

Qing Si gazed into the distance.

"With his convictions and his newly found allies."

Hamura clenched his fists. He didn't want to fight his brother, but if his brother insisted on harming their father and mother, he wouldn't back down.

"Go in and talk."

Kaguya Otsutsuki spoke, then turned and walked towards the main house.

Her back was slender and upright, and her long blue and white hair shimmered in the sunlight.

Ōtsutsuki Hamura noticed that his mother seemed a bit gentler than she had a month ago.

It's not about appearance, but the aura that emanates from within.

Four people sat around a table in the tea room.

Otsutsuki Haeko eagerly prepared the tea, and although her movements were not yet very skillful, she was very earnest.

Kaguya Otsutsuki watched her quietly, occasionally offering a word of advice.

The wedding will be held tomorrow.

Qingsi said.

"Hamura, there might be some uninvited guests today, so remember to be on guard."

Hamura Otsutsuki nodded:
“I understand. The Tenseigan has sensory abilities that can cover an entire area; anyone who approaches will be detected.”

"very good."

Kiyoshi nodded in satisfaction.

"Also, Yu Yu Zi, if anything happens, don't get involved."

"Father!"

Otsutsuki Hahako protested.

"I can fight too, and I also know 'Celestial Arts'."

"You are young."

Kaguya Otsutsuki said calmly.

"Fighting is for adults."

Otsutsuki Hako pouted, but dared not contradict her mother.

After the tea ceremony, Otsutsuki Hamura took a walk alone in the courtyard.

He walked to the wedding venue and looked at the vermilion shrine and the carefully arranged white sand area around it.

On the night of the full moon, a sacred ceremony will be held here.

He recalled his own birth.

It was not through normal childbirth, but rather a life created by Mother using Yin-Yang Escape.

Despite this, his father and mother never saw him as a tool or a puppet, but as their real child.

"Brother Hamura".

Otsutsuki Hako's voice came from behind.

She ran to his side, carrying a box:
"This is your formal attire, prepared by your father."

Hamura Otsutsuki took the box, opened it, and found a set of dark blue clothes with a family crest and belt.

"Want to try them on?"

"Otsutsuki Hako said expectantly."

Hamura Otsutsuki nodded and went back to his room to change into his formal attire.

He looked much more mature in the mirror.

The deep blue Tenseigan appeared even more azure against the backdrop of the dark blue kimono.

"suitable for you."

Kiyoshi's voice came from the doorway.

Otsutsuki Hamura turns around:
"Father."

Kiyoshi entered the room and carefully examined him:

"The power of the Tenseigan has begun to change your constitution. Can you feel the change in the nature of your chakra?"

Hamura Otsutsuki nodded:
"Yes, I can manipulate gravity and repulsion, and I can create black 'Truth-Seeking Balls,' but what puzzles me most is... the Psychic Orb."

"A pupil technique that can control the will of others."

"Otsutsuki Hamura said in a low voice."

“I find this terrifying; taking away someone’s free will is more cruel than killing them.”

Qing Si nodded slightly.

This is indeed one of the abilities of the "Ten-Seigan".

It can form a green chakra ball from Yin Release chakra. In the original work, Hinata was controlled by Toneri using this method.

The trigger condition is also very simple: it is placed inside the enemy's body, which allows you to control their will and actions, and also to acquire their thoughts.

"The fact that you have such thoughts means you deserve this power, Hamura. Power is a tool; how you use it depends on your heart."

Hamura Otsutsuki nodded earnestly:
“I understand, Father.”

"Today, you may be facing your brother."

Kiyoshi's tone became serious.

He had a premonition that Hagoromo Otsutsuki would come today.

Long ago, he gained an ability similar to foreseeing danger.

Kiyoshi estimated that it was possible that not only Hagoromo Otsutsuki was coming today, but also Isshiki Otsutsuki.

When that time comes, a major battle will be inevitable.

"What do you plan to do if he remains obstinate?"

After a long silence, Ōtsutsuki Hamura finally spoke:
"I will stop him, and with these eyes and with this power, I will protect everyone."

Kiyoshi patted him on the shoulder and said nothing more.

…………

Kiyoshi then changed into a black monzuki haori hakama, which is the groom's formal attire.

He stood in front of the mirror, looking at himself.

Well, very handsome.

This is how Kiyoshi commented.

"Father!"

The voice of Hagumi Otsutsuki came through.

She wore a pink furisode, her hair was carefully styled, and she wore small hair accessories, making her look like a delicate doll.

"Is Mother ready?"

"It should be soon."

Kiyoshi checked the time.

The wedding was scheduled for the evening, when the full moon rose.

It is already afternoon, and there are still three hours before the ceremony begins.

"I'm so nervous."

Otsutsuki Hako clutched her chest.

What if I don't host well?

"You've practiced many times, so there's no problem."

Kiyoshi ruffled her hair.

"Moreover, this is a family matter, so we don't need to be too formal. What matters is the sentiment."

Hako Otsutsuki nodded vigorously.

At that moment, Ōtsutsuki Hamura walked in.

"The barrier has been set up."

He reported.

“With my residence as the center, everything within a radius of dozens of miles is within my perception range. If there is any abnormality, I will know immediately.”

"Thanks a lot."

Kiyoshi said.

Otsutsuki Hamura hesitated for a moment, then spoke:
“Father, I did sense two powerful chakras approaching. One of them was… my brother’s. The other was unfamiliar, but equally powerful.”

Kiyoshi's expression remained unchanged.

"What's meant to happen will happen, Hamura."

……

As evening fell, the full moon rose.

The moonlight, like water, spilled onto the meticulously decorated wedding venue.

In front of the vermilion shrine, the ritual area paved with white sand gleamed with a silvery sheen.

Although the surrounding cherry blossom trees were not in bloom, their branches were covered with exquisite paper lanterns.

Otsutsuki Haeko stood beside the shrine, nervously clutching the book in her hands.

Otsutsuki Hamura stood at the edge of the courtyard, his azure Tenseigan scanning the surroundings.

His senses had already locked onto the two approaching streams of chakra.

They were still five miles away, moving slowly, seemingly waiting for some opportunity.

"The time has come."

Kiyoshi's voice came through.

He walked out of the main house wearing a black patterned haori hakama and stood at the starting point of the ceremony area.

The moonlight fell on him, making him look like a noble young man who had stepped out of a painting.

All eyes were drawn to the entrance of the main house.

The door slowly opened.

Kaguya Otsutsuki stood there.

The pure white kimono shone brightly in the moonlight, and the gold and silver embroidery shimmered in the lantern light.

The horn-covered headpiece partially obscured the face.

Long, blue and white hair cascaded down from under the burrow, blending seamlessly with the white kimono.

She walked barefoot on the wooden floor and slowly walked towards the ceremony area.

As Kiyoshi watched her approach, his eyes were fixed on her.

At this moment, Kaguya Otsutsuki is so beautiful she seems unreal.

It was a beauty that transcended the mundane, a beauty belonging to a goddess, yet it carried the shyness and anticipation of a human bride.

Kaguya Otsutsuki walked up to him, her pure white eyes looking at him through the thin veil of Kakunokubi.

“It’s beautiful,” Kiyoshi said softly.

After all, in the entire history of the ninja world, Kaguya Otsutsuki is probably the most noble and powerful woman.

Kaguya Otsutsuki lowered her head slightly, a posture she had learned that a bride should have.

Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo took a deep breath and began to preside over the ceremony:
"Today, under the full moon, in this sacred place, we gather here to witness this sacred union."

Her voice trembled slightly at first, but gradually calmed down.

"Please, newlyweds, take your seats."

Kiyoshi and Kaguya Otsutsuki knelt on the cushions in front of the shrine.

The two were so close that they could hear each other breathing.

"The ritual before the gods begins."

Following the established procedure, Ōtsutsuki Haguro guided each step of the ceremony.

First came the purification ritual, cleansing both body and mind. Although this ritual was somewhat superfluous for the Otsutsuki clan, the two of them performed it earnestly.

Next comes the offering of food to the gods.

Then comes the 339-degree cup.

This is one of the core rituals of the wedding.

Otsutsuki Hako brought over three sake cups of different sizes, starting with the smallest.

Kiyoshi took a sip first, then handed it to Kaguya Otsutsuki, who also took a sip. This was repeated three times, with each cup being used three times.

The three cups of wine and the nine rounds of toasting symbolize that the marriage will face various trials, but the two will face them together.

In the ninja world a thousand years later, it is a very common ritual.

Kaguya Otsutsuki drank the wine very gently. Her fingers were slender and fair, and you could see that she was holding the wine glass with a slight grip on her knuckles.

Through the veil of the hidden corner, Kiyoshi could see her drooping eyelashes and slightly trembling lips.

"Next, the jade string will be offered as a sacrifice."

Otsutsuki Haguroko continued to host.

Kiyoshi and Kaguya each picked up a tamagushi, a branch of a paulownia tree wrapped with white paper pendants, symbolizing their connection with the gods.

The two placed the jade string before the shrine and then paid their respects.

"Finally, the oath is presented..."

Soon, Kaguya Otsutsuki and Kiyoshi exchanged vows.

Finally, they exchanged tokens of affection.

"Then, please exchange tokens."

Otsutsuki Habuko said.

Kiyoshi took out a ring, which he had condensed with chakra. The ring was inlaid with a gem that emitted a white light, which was a part of his chakra that he had sealed.

He took Kaguya Otsutsuki's hand and put the ring on her ring finger.

Kaguya Otsutsuki looked at the ring on her finger, a hint of confusion flashing in her eyes.

The custom of wearing rings did not yet exist in the ninja world of this era.

“In my time, this was a symbol of marriage.”

Seiji explained.

Kaguya Otsutsuki nodded and took something out of her bosom—a magatama, pure white, emitting a faint glow.

"This is my chakra crystallization."

She placed the magatama in Kiyoshi's palm.

"With this, I can find you no matter where you are."

Kiyoshi gripped the magatama tightly, feeling the surging chakra within and the unique aura belonging to Kaguya Otsutsuki.

"The ceremony is complete!"

"Otsutsuki Haguro announced loudly."

The moonlight seemed even brighter at this moment, with the full moon hanging high, as if blessing the newlyweds.

Kaguya Ōtsutsuki slowly removed the horn, revealing her complete face.

Her face still didn't show much expression, but her usually taut face seemed to have lost some of its coldness.

Kiyoshi reached out and gently stroked her cheek:
"Now, you are my wife."

Kaguya Otsutsuki nodded slightly and rested her forehead on his shoulder.

This is a dependent gesture, an action she has never made to anyone before.

Just then, Otsutsuki Hamura's voice came, tinged with solemnity:

"Father, they have arrived."

…………

At the edge of the barrier, two figures slowly emerged.

Hagoromo Otsutsuki wore a white training robe and orange eyeshadow resembling a sage's mask.

Behind him was a young man in a monk's robe, Jigen, or rather, Ōtsutsuki Isshiki.

Their appearance did not cause any disturbance, because there were only two of them.

But Hamura Otsutsuki could sense that the chakra fluctuations emanating from them were so powerful that they were terrifying.

Especially that monk.

Hamura Otsutsuki's Tenseigan stared intently at Jigen.

In his view, the monk's chakra composition was very strange.

"Brother."

Otsutsuki Hamura stepped out of the shadows and stood in front of the two.

Hagoromo Otsutsuki looked at him, his gaze settling on those deep blue eyes:
"Hamura, your eyes..."

"The Tenseigan."

"It's calm," said Otsutsuki Hamura.

"The power that my father guided me to awaken."

A complex emotion flashed in Hagoromo Otsutsuki's eyes.

He also craved power, the power to fight against his father and mother, but he never imagined that his younger brother would walk a completely different path from his own.

"Get out of the way, Hamura."

The opening of the Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo.

"I'm not here to ruin the wedding, I just want to talk to my father."

"What to talk about?"

Kiyoshi's voice came through.

He walked side by side with Kaguya Otsutsuki, who was still wearing a white kimono, and the ring on her hand glowed slightly.

Kiyoshi was still wearing his wedding attire, his black monzuki haori swaying in the night breeze.

"Father."

Hagoromo Otsutsuki bowed respectfully, but his eyes no longer held the submissive demeanor he usually displayed.

"I want to talk to you about the Divine Tree, about chakra, about... the future of this world."

"Today is my wedding day."

Qingsi said calmly.

"If you'd like to offer your blessings, you can stay for a drink; if not, please leave."

Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo was silent for a moment:
“I cannot give my blessing. Mother is using the divine tree to drain the life of this planet, which is destroying the world. And Father, you not only did not stop her, but you also encouraged her actions.”

"It even spread ninjutsu, causing too many people to kill each other."

"So you're here to stop it?"

Kiyoshi raised an eyebrow.

"With one..."

His gaze fell on Cixian, and a meaningful smile appeared on his lips.

"……ally?"

Cixian stands with one hand raised:

“This humble monk Cixian has come today without warning, but it concerns the survival of the world, so I had no choice but to come.”

Kaguya Otsutsuki stared coldly at Jigen, her pure white eyes narrowing slightly:

There's something about you that I don't like.

"This humble monk is just an ordinary practitioner."

Cixian remained unfazed.

But he knew he couldn't hide it from Kaguya Otsutsuki.

Once Kaguya Otsutsuki activates her Byakugan for X-ray vision, her location will be exposed.

"is it?"

Kiyoshi smiled.

"Otsutsuki Isshiki, how long are you going to keep up this act?"

The atmosphere in the air suddenly became somewhat heavy.

Hagoromo Otsutsuki looked at Jigen in shock:

"Master Cixian, you..."

Cixian's eyes widened.

I didn't expect them to find out so quickly.

Then the gentle monk's mask slowly faded away, replaced by a condescending arrogance belonging to the Otsutsuki clan.

"How did you find out?"

Otsutsuki Isshiki asked.

"Although you use your pupil technique in a secretive way, it cannot escape my eyes."

Qingsi said calmly.

"Moreover, I can smell that rotten, dying smell on you from ten miles away."

Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's face darkened. He had indeed not fully recovered; although Jigen's body had been enhanced by Sage Mode, it was ultimately not his original vessel.

If it weren't for the natural energy of Mount Myoboku, he might have remained dormant for even longer.

"Since we've been found out, let's lay our cards on the table."

Otsutsuki Isshiki no longer disguises himself.

"Kaguya, and you, a stranger from our clan, have violated the rules of our clan by consuming the 'Chakra Fruit' that should have been handed over. Now, as a member of the Otsutsuki clan, I order you to hand over the Divine Tree and your chakra, and return to our clan to face your punishment."

Kaguya Otsutsuki said coldly:

"You're not the first Otsutsuki to say something like that."

Chakra had already condensed in her hands; it was the starting stance for the All-Killing Ash Bones technique.

Hagoromo Otsutsuki quickly stepped in front of Isshiki Otsutsuki:
"Mother, please calm down. Master Cixian... promised me that as long as you stop absorbing the planet's life force and hand over the divine tree, he can plead with the main family on your behalf!"

"madness."

Kaguya Otsutsuki uttered two words.

“How could Ōtsutsuki Isshiki do that? His goal is the same as mine.”

Hagoromo Otsutsuki was stunned.

Kiyoshi sighed:

"Hagoromo, you've been used. The reason Isshiki Otsutsuki helped you wasn't for world peace, but to seize the Divine Tree and Kaguya's chakra to repair his own damaged body."

Hagoromo Otsutsuki turned to look at Isshiki Otsutsuki, his eyes filled with disbelief:

"is that true?"

Otsutsuki Isshiki sneered:
"So what if it is? So what if it isn't? The important thing is that we have a common goal: to stop the Divine Tree from continuing to absorb the planet's energy. Yu Yi, are you really going to just watch this world wither away?"

Hagoromo Otsutsuki struggled.

On one side is the mother who gave birth to him and the father who taught him; on the other side is the belief he firmly holds in the idea of ​​saving the world.

He now discovers that his trusted ally seems to have ulterior motives.

"Brother, wake up!"

Hamura Otsutsuki couldn't help but speak up.

A hint of killing intent flashed in Otsutsuki Isshiki's eyes.

"Since you already know, there's no need for further words."

Otsutsuki Isshiki clasped his hands together, and his Sage Chakra began to surge.

"Today, I want the Divine Tree, I want the chakra, and I want your lives too!"

…………

"Be bold!"

Hamura Otsutsuki roared, and his azure Tenseigan burst forth with dazzling light.

"How dare you cause trouble at my father's wedding!"

His body was instantly enveloped in green chakra.

Tenseigan Chakra Mode!

In this mode, his speed, strength, and perception have all been elevated to a whole new level.

More importantly, nine black chakra beads appeared around him, each covered with green Tenseigan chakra, and slowly rotated.

"Brother, this is the last chance."

Hamura Otsutsuki looked at Hagoromo Otsutsuki.

“If you retreat now, I can still acknowledge you as my elder brother; but if you remain stubborn and unrepentant…”

Hagoromo Otsutsuki closed his eyes in pain, and when he opened them again, only decisiveness remained in them.

"I'm sorry, Hamura, but I must stop Mother, even if it means... becoming your enemy."

A sage-like face spread across his face, a perfect fusion of natural energy and chakra.

A black tin staff appeared in his hand; it was a weapon he had recently created using Yin-Yang Release.

He found himself grasping the concepts very quickly in this area.

It seems that he was born with a connection to the "Yin-Yang Escape Technique".

"Then, come on!"

Hamura Otsutsuki made the first move.

The nine chakra beads transformed into nine beams of green light, shooting towards Hagoromo Otsutsuki from different angles.

Each bead of the rosary contains terrifying chakra, enough to pierce through mountains. (End of Chapter)