I founded the "Bragging Cult" in Naruto.

In the mountain graveyard, a monster with a dragon's head and a horse's body struggled and twisted, its body constantly expanding and contracting, emitting a series of screeching cries.

After a long while, Ryoma's body suddenly shrank into a ball of flesh, then transformed again into a human form, with a head of blue and white curly hair, a pair of bright red eyes, and a naked body covered in interwoven substances that quickly turned into clothing.

"I finally completed my real life and body. It went more smoothly than I imagined, but it was also painful."

Chenma sat cross-legged in the air, black matter condensing behind him and transforming into beads of the Seeking the Dao.

At this moment, a ball of white ghost fire ignited in the air, which then transformed into the appearance of the Sage of Six Paths. The Sage of Six Paths looked at Tatsuma with a complicated expression and said, "I was only a moment ago and you have already grown to this level."

Tatsuma smiled and nodded, greeting, "Sage of Rokudos, it's been a long time."

The Sage of Six Paths slightly raised his hand, nodded casually, and gave a perfunctory greeting, saying, "I have never seen your talent clearly, and I never expected that you would become my kind."

I am very happy about your growth, because only with greater power can this ninja world become safer, but...

"Sage of Six Paths, you need not worry. I have no intention of turning the ninja world into a nursery."

After Tatsuma finished speaking, the Sage of Rokudo narrowed his eyes, seemingly somewhat surprised by Tatsuma's words, since these were not words that Tatsuma should have said, but he also breathed a sigh of relief.

As long as Tatsuma doesn't intend to attack this ninja world, that's fine. After all, it seems that he really can't stop Tatsuma right now.

However, this also made him very curious, so the Sage of Six Paths simply asked directly: "Tatsuma, even with your previous strength, there was no enemy in this ninja world who could threaten you."

Why are you still so tirelessly, even somewhat urgently, constantly striving to improve yourself?

"Because the enemies of the ninja world are not just those we can see, such as the Otsutsuki who roam the starry sky, aren't they?"

After Tatsuma finished speaking, the Sage of Six Paths nodded and said, "Although I don't know where your information came from, you obviously already know about my mother's experiences back then."

Indeed, as she said, the ninja world will eventually face an invincible enemy. However, I have waited a thousand years and have not seen it. Sometimes I even wonder if it was just a lie my mother wove to deceive her conscience.

"It's always good to be prepared for unforeseen circumstances. After all, having more protective forces in the ninja world is a good thing, isn't it?"

Tatsuma shrugged, and the Sage of Six Paths nodded. After pondering for a moment, he said, "However, your strength has far surpassed the level of the ninja world. To put it bluntly..."

You don't need to play along with a bunch of ordinary people.

"I'm still young, and I haven't yet come to the realization that I should let go of everything. Just like you back then, didn't you also enjoy the pleasures of men and only see through the illusions of the world after having children?"

Hearing Tatsuma's teasing words, the Sage of Six Paths blushed. Indeed, given his current understanding, he should have quietly left after defeating his mother and spreading his chakra back then.

However, he still had two children, and these two children even influenced the ninja world's structure for a thousand years.

He himself couldn't control himself from participating in the changes in the ninja world when he was young, so how can he ask Tatsuma to do the same?

The Sage of Six Paths suppressed his embarrassment and said, "I believe you are a sensible person, so I won't say any more. You can decide for yourself."

After saying that, the Sage of Six Paths transformed into will-o'-the-wisp once more and vanished into thin air. Tatsuma smiled and said, "Goodbye, Sage of Six Paths."

Looking at the quiet mountain graveyard, Chenma didn't want to stay any longer. After all, he chose to cultivate here because he wouldn't be disturbed.

Especially after Uchiha Madara and his White Zetsu hideout were destroyed by Tatsuma, this place became so quiet it was nauseatingly boring, like a dark room. Tatsuma didn't want to stay in such a place any longer.

With Truth-Seeking Balls attaching to his clothes one by one, Tatsuma stood up and landed, simultaneously spreading his chakra as he headed towards Konoha in the Land of Fire.

His figure vanished in an instant, and Chenma returned to his home thousands of miles away in the blink of an eye. However, looking at the people in his house, Chenma felt a headache coming on.

Tsunade frowned as she looked Tatsuma over, her eyes filled with worry, and asked, "Are you sure your body is alright?"

"no problem."

Tatsuma gave a brief and firm reply, and Tsunade shook her head, saying, "I don't believe it. People outside are saying that you have health problems and might suddenly pass away like Grandpa."

"I lied to others just to see how everyone would react. You don't believe me, do you?"

Upon hearing this, Tsunade's expression stiffened, and she said, "I'm just worried."

Tatsuma looked helplessly at Orochimaru and said, "Lord Orochimaru, there's no reason you couldn't see that this was a rumor I deliberately spread. What is your purpose in coming here?"

"I know you deliberately leaked the information, but there's definitely something wrong with your body. Your chakra has changed drastically, so much so that I even suspect that someone else is impersonating you."

Although Orochimaru didn't show the same anxiety as Tsunade, his eyes were constantly scrutinizing Tatsuma. Tatsuma shrugged and said, "I've just made some progress in my training."

"I have never heard of progress in training causing such a drastic change in a person's chakra aura. Even the difference between normal state and Sage Mode is not as great as your change in such a short period of time."

Orochimaru said, pulling out a scroll and asking, "Will you do it yourself, or should I?"

"I'll do it myself."

As soon as Tatsuma finished speaking, Orochimaru tossed the scroll, which Tatsuma caught, broke the seal, and looked at the familiar equipment on it. Tatsuma reluctantly began to draw blood.

Tatsuma was very familiar with this process; even without looking, he completed it smoothly. He decided to multitask, looking at Minato and saying:

"Minato, you should be in the Hokage's office helping me with documents right now, what are you doing here?"

Minato smiled and said, "I just came to see if I have a chance to succeed the Fifth Hokage."

Tatsuma immediately saw through Minato's lie; it was yet another one who was worried about his health. However, Tatsuma had just explained to Tsunade that if Minato said he was worried again, wouldn't he become a fool who was easily deceived by rumors?

"There's a chance, of course there's a chance. At worst, we can divide and conquer Konoha. You can choose between the new district and the original district, or I can directly promote you to Executive Vice Hokage. What do you think?"

Tatsuma teased, and Minato quickly waved his hand, saying, "Forget it, I'll take over your job for now. Every day, Kyu suspects that I'm tired of her and don't want to go home."

For the sake of my family's harmony, you should remain as Hokage.

After saying that, he seemed to remember something and added, "However, the other villages won't easily fall for your arrangement. Besides, once the village expansion is complete, we'll have to invite them to the ceremony."

Tatsuma looked at Orochimaru and said, "Isn't there a way to see this on the spot? My chakra aura has changed drastically. I can tell you clearly that this is because of my progress in training, but others don't know it."

With a little guidance, I can manipulate the changes in my chakra aura in many ways, such as making someone appear extremely weak, or even to the point where I have to use a substitute.

They lack the guts, so we lower the difficulty, give them a chance, and then, when they reach out, we chop off their hands to make them understand.

Don't reach out, or you'll get caught! (End of Chapter)