novel-bin Chapter 323 Progress
Chapter 323 Progress
Deep within the cultivation grounds lies a tranquil grove. A gentle breeze stirs the branches, causing them to sway softly and the leaves to rustle, as if whispering secrets. Sunlight filters through the dense canopy, casting dappled shadows like a beautiful painting. In this serene environment, time seems to stand still.
Suddenly, a soft sound broke the silence. A figure appeared in the woods like lightning, standing firmly on a thick tree trunk. A gentle breeze ruffled his hair, making it flow gracefully and freely. Sunlight shone on him, outlining his slender figure and resolute features, making him appear like an immortal descended to earth. This person was none other than Hyuga Kanan, who had been diligently cultivating in his secluded chamber.
This was the eighteenth time he had appeared here in this way. Through long-term practice and continuous refinement, he had gained a profound understanding of the supernatural power of shrinking the earth to an inch. Now, he could not only use it skillfully, but also achieve rapid teleportation within the range of his divine sense.
"Whoosh!"
He vanished in a flash, reappearing dozens of meters away in the next instant. Such astonishing speed was unmatched even by Minato Namikaze, known as the Yellow Flash of Konoha. His nerve reaction speed was so fast that he could teleport instantly.
More importantly, his teleportation does not depend on coordinates. As long as he is within the range of his divine sense, he can use the Shrinking Earth to move instantly at will.
At this moment, his figure moved through the woods with the ease of a ghost, making it difficult for anyone to catch a trace of him.
Hyuga Kanan stood atop a thick tree trunk, a gentle breeze ruffling his hair, his eyes gleaming with satisfaction and excitement. His recent attempt filled him with immense pride, for he had successfully mastered the technique of shrinking the distance between people.
After countless experiments and continuous improvements, today's attempt finally allowed him to find the optimal balance. He could traverse space at astonishing speed in an instant, achieving a teleportation-like effect. This perfect mastery meant that he could now freely wield this supernatural power in intense battles, no longer subject to limitations.
He knew all too well that against an opponent as powerful as the Sage of Six Paths, any weakness could become a fatal flaw. Now, through relentless effort, he had perfected his innate ability to shrink distances, rendering him virtually without any significant weaknesses. He believed he would be far more competitive in his duel with the Sage of Six Paths. While he couldn't yet defeat this legendary figure, this newfound power would put him in an invincible position.
Hyuga Kanan took a deep breath, feeling the natural atmosphere around him, his heart filled with confidence and determination. He knew the road ahead was still long, but he was prepared to face even greater challenges. No matter what kind of enemy he faced, he firmly believed he had enough strength to deal with them and protect everything he had.
After his previous encounter with the masked man possessed by the Sage of Six Paths, Hyuga Kanan realized that while the gap in strength between him and the Sage of Six Paths remained enormous, it was no longer as unattainable as before; at least it was now within his comprehension. However, the most significant difference lay in the Sage's millennia-long accumulation of power and his absorption of the energy of numerous ninjas. This meant that if he were to engage in a direct confrontation, Kanan would likely be overwhelmed by the Sage's surging, boundless energy. Faced with such a stark disparity in power, he knew he had to proceed with caution and find a more ingenious strategy to overcome this formidable challenge.
Hyuga Kanan wasn't too worried about the hidden forces left behind by the Sage of Six Paths. After all, he already possessed the Heavenly Dharma Form and Shrinking Earth Techniques, coupled with the power of his natal artifact, the Boundless Twin Rings, making him incredibly strong. Furthermore, he had the support of the World's Will, which could restrain a significant amount of their energy and focus. Therefore, even facing the Sage of Six Paths' hidden forces, Hyuga Kanan was confident in his ability to handle them. However, he still needed to handle these matters cautiously to avoid any unforeseen circumstances. At the same time, Hyuga Kanan would continue to monitor the growth of Orochimaru and the others, as they were crucial forces in the future fight against the Sage of Six Paths' hidden forces. Only through continuous training and development could they become true allies and be used to his advantage.
Furthermore, according to Hyuga Kanan's premonition, they still have at least a few years to continue growing and accumulating strength. This means Orochimaru, Hyuga Neji, and the others have ample time to further enhance their power. As time goes by, they will become even stronger and better able to cope with potential future threats.
During this time, Orochimaru and his companions will continuously train, break through their limits, and master more power of rules and skills. They will accumulate experience in battle and constantly refine their tactics and strategies. At the same time, Hyuga Kanan will also continue to work hard to improve her strength, ensuring she can play a greater role at crucial moments.
Furthermore, Hyuga Kanan will actively seek out other potential forces and cooperate with like-minded individuals to fight against their enemies. He believes that through everyone's efforts, they will be able to build a powerful team capable of meeting any challenge. In this process, Hyuga Kanan will gradually grow into a true leader, guiding everyone to victory.
Hyuga Kanan's figure flashed, disappearing into the forest like a bolt of lightning. His form was like a ghost, swiftly traversing the woods and vanishing without a trace in the blink of an eye. He needed to check on Orochimaru and the others' progress and offer them guidance and advice to help them improve their strength more quickly. Because every bit of strength they gained would give them greater confidence in facing future crises.
Orochimaru was sitting in a newly carved-out secret chamber, his eyes closed, intently absorbing and refining the surrounding natural energy. Despite being a former pinnacle of the ninja world, he remained passionate and determined in his renewed cultivation. His abundant spiritual energy allowed him to make astonishing progress in cultivating his soul power. His soul power had become exceptionally strong, making the vortex in his dantian expand at a speed far exceeding that of Hyuga Neji in both expansion and energy refining efficiency. Therefore, his cultivation progress was incredibly rapid, leaving everyone speechless. In just one year, Orochimaru had reached the peak of the Qi Refining stage, ready to break through to the Perfection realm at any moment, fully prepared for his attempt to reach the Innate realm.
Every cell in Orochimaru's body seemed to transform into a tiny vortex, greedily absorbing the pure energy refined from the vortex of his dantian. This energy continuously flowed into his cells, making them stronger, more resilient, and more vibrant. As time passed, Orochimaru could clearly feel his body gradually becoming stronger and more powerful, his muscle lines more defined, his bone density increasing, and his skin becoming more resilient. This physical transformation filled him with immense excitement and satisfaction, because it meant he could better cope with various challenges and battles. At the same time, he was filled with anticipation for his future training path, hoping to further enhance his strength through continuous effort. This wonderful feeling completely captivated Orochimaru, leaving him utterly immersed and unable to extricate himself.
Orochimaru grew increasingly certain of the correctness of his decision to abandon the powerful ninja chakra system. This unique path of training was precisely the goal he had always pursued. However, his cells were not yet at saturation, preventing further transformation and evolution, which made his progress feel unsatisfactory. To break through to the Innate Realm, he needed to successfully condense three Innate Flowers, but he knew this might still take some time.
Orochimaru had experienced firsthand the immense power of the Innate Realm firsthand, having witnessed it firsthand against Hyuga Neji. That battle, though merely a simple sparring match, clearly demonstrated the vast gap between him and Neji. Despite his extensive combat experience, he felt powerless against Neji's attacks. Neji's physical defense, speed, and attack power far surpassed his own. With each exchange, Orochimaru felt a sense of being suppressed, as if no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't change the situation. This feeling made him realize that his strength had reached a bottleneck; if he couldn't break through this barrier, he would be at a disadvantage against even stronger enemies in the future. Now, finally having the opportunity to break through to the Innate Realm, Orochimaru was filled with anticipation. He longed to know just how powerful he would become once he truly stepped into this new level. Would he be able to easily defeat his former self, like Neji had? Thinking of this, a flicker of excitement flashed in Orochimaru's eyes. He couldn't wait to accept this challenge and see if he could surpass his limits and become an even stronger being.
Meanwhile, Hyuga Neji was also meditating in the training room, his eyes closed. He was making some progress in comprehending the power of the world's rules. The many scrolls left by Hyuga Kanan contained detailed techniques for comprehending various rules, and he found the water element rule the easiest to grasp. He was now almost at the entry level and believed that with a little more time, he would truly cross the threshold of the water element rule. Moreover, he had forged his own unique magical artifact during the past year—a pair of gloves with a metallic sheen that not only possessed powerful defense but also increased his attack strength.