LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 167: Five Years
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After finishing his explanation, Takuya led Orochimaru outside the experimental base.
**"Let's get moving,"** Takuya said, a determined look in his eyes. With a swift motion, he activated **Kamui**, transporting Orochimaru into his pocket dimension.
Orochimaru, still weakened from his recent experiments, didn't resist. Adapting to high-speed space travel was beyond his capacity for now. Though eager to witness the vast beauty of the universe, he knew patience was necessary.
Once everything was in place, Takuya soared into the sky.
**The universe was vast**—even with his immense power, finding a suitable planet wasn't a simple task. Fortunately, after some time, Takuya discovered a planet not far from their world, rich in chakra and teeming with life.
Takuya arrived on the planet and, with a flick of his wrist, teleported Orochimaru out of Kamui space.
**Orochimaru's eyes widened in awe as he took in the lush green landscape.** To think there was a planet beyond the ninja world, brimming with such life—it was almost unimaginable.
**"We should explore first,"** Takuya suggested cautiously.
Orochimaru nodded in agreement, his usual sharpness softened by the awe of this discovery.
**The two ascended into the sky, with Takuya extending his senses to their limits.** The planet, though smaller than their home world, was brimming with chakra-rich life forms. However, aside from the abundant vegetation, there were only simple reptiles—nothing that could pose a threat.
After confirming the planet's safety, Takuya gestured to Orochimaru.
Orochimaru produced the **God Tree Seed**, tossing it to the ground. Within moments, the seed took root and sprouted, growing rapidly into a towering tree. Its roots spread far and wide, drawing the planet's energy into itself.
This particular God Tree, developed through Orochimaru's advanced technology, required no **Ōtsutsuki** to act as its host, which allowed it to grow with astonishing speed. Within half a day, the God Tree had produced a massive fruit.
**Orochimaru's gaze was locked on the fruit, his brow slick with sweat as he sensed the overwhelming chakra radiating from it.**
**"Takuya, I..."** Orochimaru began, his voice betraying his barely contained excitement.
**"Take your time,"** Takuya replied calmly.
Unable to resist any longer, Orochimaru leaped into the air, plucking the fruit from the God Tree and swallowing it whole. As the fruit's chakra surged through him, Orochimaru felt his power skyrocket, ascending directly to the level of the **Six Paths**.
**"So this is the power of a God Tree fruit,"** Orochimaru murmured, his voice dripping with intoxicated awe. **"To think it has absorbed the essence of an entire planet..."**
As Orochimaru reveled in his newfound strength, the God Tree began to twist and change. Within moments, it transformed into a colossal, monstrous being—the **Ten Tails**.
The appearance of the Ten Tails left Orochimaru stunned. **"I didn't expect this..."** he said, a mix of awe and delight in his voice.
**"What now?"** Orochimaru asked, already knowing what needed to be done.
Takuya, unfazed by the transformation, remained calm. **"Since it was born from the God Tree, seal it within yourself."**
**Orochimaru blinked in disbelief.** This was the Ten Tails—the primordial beast, a force of unimaginable power—and Takuya was offering it to him without a second thought.
**"Takuya, I'm honored to serve someone like you,"** Orochimaru said, his tone serious. He understood the gravity of what Takuya was giving him—an opportunity beyond comprehension.
Takuya waved his hand dismissively, a small smirk on his lips. **"Don't get sentimental. Just do it."**
Orochimaru hesitated no longer. He began the sealing process, and due to the bond established by consuming the God Tree fruit, the Ten Tails offered no resistance.
**Soon, Orochimaru had become the Ten Tails Jinchūriki.** His power surged, stabilizing at the peak of the Six Paths level.
**"To think that a single God Tree seed can create a warrior at the peak of Six Paths... it's terrifying,"** Orochimaru mused. The power coursing through him was far greater than anything he'd imagined. He had hoped to simply reach the Six Paths level, but now, he stood at its apex.
But the true revelation was in the process of creating God Tree seeds. **With each suitable planet, they could grow more God Trees, produce more fruits, and summon more Ten Tails.** The potential for power was limitless.
**Orochimaru's eyes gleamed with ambition.** In the vastness of the universe, there were likely countless planets just waiting for them. Their limit was no longer bound by the standards of **Kage-level shinobi**, but by their ability to mass-produce warriors at the Six Paths' peak.
**"Takuya, the energy of this planet exceeded our expectations,"** Orochimaru noted. **"Should we harvest more?"**
**"There's no need,"** Takuya interrupted, his voice calm. **"We'll have plenty of time to explore the universe and find more planets. Leave this one as it is."**
Orochimaru, surprised by Takuya's restraint, nodded. **"I understand. It's rare to see you so sentimental."**
**"Are you mocking me?"** Takuya raised an eyebrow, a glint of amusement in his eyes.
**"Not at all,"** Orochimaru quickly responded, shaking his head. **"Let's head back."**
**Takuya chuckled but didn't press the matter.** After marking the planet's location in his mind, he and Orochimaru vanished, leaving the world untouched.
**Time flies. Days and nights blend together as the years pass.**
It has been five years since I last guided Orochimaru in using the seeds of the Divine Tree to absorb the chakra of distant planets.
**During this time,**
Takuya continued his exploration of the stars,
**Uncovering countless planets rich in chakra.**
Some of these worlds were teeming with life, while others were barren wastelands. **Yet, they all shared one trait:** immense planetary energy.
Takuya planted the Divine Tree seeds on these planets, harvesting multiple chakra fruits. Each time a fruit matured, he shared it with one of his wives, granting them unimaginable power. Over the five years, their strength had reached the pinnacle, rivaling the strongest beings in existence.
Takuya couldn't help but feel a sense of pride. He knew that to reach the peak of power was an extraordinary feat. Even legends like **Momoshiki**, **Kinshiki**, and **Urashiki Ōtsutsuki** could only attain this level.
**Moreover,**
As his wives grew stronger,
**Takuya's own power continued to rise.**
With his unique abilities, Takuya had married several kunoichi from the ninja world—**Ino, Sakura, Temari**, and **Kurotsuchi** among them—each adding to his strength. As a result, he gained formidable powers, including abilities like **Shikotsumyaku: Kaguya's All-Killing Ash Bones**, and techniques like **omnipresence, clairvoyance**, and **omniscience**.
Through his conquests and the bonds he shared with his wives over the years, Takuya's power became nearly incomprehensible. He felt confident that, even if another god from the **Ōtsutsuki clan** appeared, he would emerge victorious.
**In Konohagakure,**
Takuya walked the bustling streets,
**A sense of pride evident in his expression.**
Decades of planning and development had transformed Konoha into a thriving metropolis, far surpassing the technological advancements of the world he once knew. The entire shinobi world had evolved under his guidance, with technology driving progress and improving the quality of life for everyone.
The ninja world no longer feared scarcity, as Takuya could harness boundless chakra from other planets—more than sufficient to support the shinobi world. Because of this, he was revered as a god by many in the village.
Still, Takuya's actions were not entirely selfless. His descendants now spanned across the ninja world, and everything remained firmly under his control. His plan to revive his **clan** was complete.
**"Husband, where should we go this year?"** Kushina asked softly, her long red hair cascading over her shoulders, her eyes filled with warmth. Since marrying Takuya, she had devoted herself to the revival of his clan. With the clan now stronger than ever, she felt a sense of fulfillment.
**"I think we should stay in the ninja world for now,"** Takuya replied with a smile. **"The Ōtsutsuki may arrive soon."**
During his explorations, Takuya often took his wives with him, both for companionship and to share the rewards of their conquests. His wives had come to long for the vastness of the universe, eagerly anticipating each new journey. But with the impending arrival of the **Ōtsutsuki**, Takuya decided it was best to remain in the ninja world until they were dealt with.
**"The Ōtsutsuki clan?"** Kushina's eyes narrowed. **"So they're finally coming?"**
Takuya and his wives knew the **Ōtsutsuki**'s history well, having learned about them from their encounters with **Kaguya Ōtsutsuki**. They had sworn to protect the ninja world from the threat posed by the clan. Kushina, Tsunade, and the others were united in their resolve, their hearts filled with steely determination.
**"You don't need to worry,"** Takuya reassured them. **"As soon as they show up, I'll make sure they're erased from this world."**
With his current strength, eliminating **Urashiki** and the others would be trivial.
**"Husband, why not take the fight to the Ōtsutsuki's home?"** Kushina suggested. **"If we strike at the source, we can end this threat for good."**
Takuya nodded. **"You're right. After we deal with these three, I'll lead the attack on the Ōtsutsuki's home world myself."**
True peace could only exist if the **Ōtsutsuki** threat was completely eradicated. With his power, even defeating the **Ōtsutsuki God** seemed possible. After eliminating **Urashiki** and his cohorts, Takuya planned to lead the strongest warriors of the ninja world into the depths of the universe to put an end to the Ōtsutsuki once and for all.
**"Alright, let's keep shopping,"** Takuya said, guiding his wives through the bustling streets of Konoha.
As they walked, the men they passed cast envious glances in Takuya's direction. Seeing him surrounded by such extraordinary women—**Kushina, Tsunade, Sakura**, and the others—made their hearts ache with jealousy. Why couldn't they be the ones living this life?
But Takuya merely smiled at their envy. In his mind, to be envied was a mark of greatness. He had long accepted that marrying women like **Kushina** and **Tsunade** would invite envy, jealousy, and even hatred from others.
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