Chapter 171 : Uzumaki Mito!

Then, the reward for the fifth place on the Kill List emerged.

This reward was reserved for Uchiha Madara.

"Let's hope for a substantial reward!" Uchiha's gaze was filled with anticipation.

Before long, two reward items materialized on the screen.

The first item was a pair of Rinnegans.

The second item was a Rank Four Golden Pill.

[Rank Four Golden Pill: Significantly boosts Chakra, enhances physical resilience, extends lifespan by 300 years, and possesses healing properties for injuries.]

"So, it's the Rinnegan and the Rank Four Golden Pill!"

Uchiha Madara furrowed his brows, undecided on which reward to select.

Undoubtedly, both rewards held considerable value.

After much deliberation and a clenched jaw, Uchiha Madara ultimately opted for the Rank Four Golden Pill.

"The Rank Four golden pill is indeed beneficial. While I already possess a considerable lifespan, further extension is always welcome. As for the Rinnegan, I hold hope for the future to reclaim it from the traitor Uchiha Obito. Choosing it now would be premature!"

With a decisive hum, the Rank Four Golden Pill found its way into Uchiha Madara's grasp.

Without delay, he commenced the silent refinement of the Rank Four golden pill.

Meanwhile, the announcement for the sixth place on the Kill List ensued.

This time, it was Senju Hashirama's turn to await his reward.

Displayed on the screen were two reward items.

The first was a Resurrection Card.

[Resurrection Card: Designate any soul in the Pure Land world for revival, consuming the card in the process. After resurrection, the card vanishes!]

The second item was a card.

[Skill Upgrade Card: Enhance any specified skill of yours to the next level!]

[Tsunade: There's a resurrection card!"

[Fourth Raikage: The skill upgrade card seems promising. Senju Hashirama has already reached the Six Paths level. If he enhances his most potent wood release ability by just one level, his strength will surely see a significant boost!)

[Uchiha Madara: Hashirama, resurrection card, or skill upgrade card, which would you opt for? If I were you, I'd go for the skill upgrade card without a doubt. I've already been brought back to life. What use is a resurrection card? Strengthening your abilities is the key to advancement."

[Gaara: Choosing the First Hokage is quite a dilemma!)

[Terumi Mei: The resurrection card is undeniably tempting; everyone wishes for a chance at revival. However, the skill upgrade card is a rarity. Placing sixth in the rankings to receive such a reward requires sheer luck!)

Resurrection "card," skill upgrade "card!"

Senju Hashirama found himself torn.

Acquiring the skill upgrade card would undoubtedly propel his strength beyond Uchiha Madara's.

Yet, resurrection cards are exceedingly scarce!

After a moment of hesitation, Senju Hashirama ultimately settled on the resurrection card.

After all, strength can be cultivated gradually, but the opportunity to secure a resurrection card might not present itself again.

Furthermore, Konoha no longer relies solely on him for protection. The village boasts a formidable military and no immediate urgency exists to bolster his own power.

Senju Hashirama chose the resurrection card.

Even Tsunade, upon learning of Senju Hashirama's selection, refrained from suggesting whom to resurrect, leaving the decision entirely to him.

And Senju Hashirama had no intention of reviving anyone else; his first choice was his wife, the Uzumaki Mito.

To the others, Senju Hashirama's decision seemed only natural.

"Resurrection, Uzumaki Mito!

Senju Hashirama activated the resurrection card.

Soon, Uzumaki Mito was resurrected, appearing remarkably youthful—a common trait of the Resurrection Card.

Consider this: Uzumaki Mito, in transferring the Nine Tails as her life dwindled, essentially forfeited her own lifespan. With resurrection, wouldn't she remain aged and unable to live for long? Resurrection, in a sense, equates to a form of sacrifice.

Thus, with resurrection comes the opportunity for a fresh start—a new lease on life, so to speak.

"Husband, why did you choose to resurrect me? You squandered this chance; you should've opted for a skill upgrade card instead," sighed Uzumaki Mito.

Senju Hashirama scratched his head, replying, "Wife, you willingly became the Jinchūriki of the Nine Tails to aid me. Enduring constant suffering, you've never truly experienced life's joys. How could I not bring you back? Now, with your resurrection, freed from the burden of the Nine Tails, you can embrace a new beginning!"

"Thank you, my husband!" Uzumaki Mito was deeply moved.

[Uchiha Madara: Hashirama actually chose the resurrection card to revive his wife. How foolish. Strength reigns supreme. He wasted an opportunity to bolster his power for the sake of a woman. He's unworthy of being my rival!]

[Uzumaki Naruto: Uchiha Madara's perspective is too extreme! Isn't it natural to revive one's own spouse?]

[Tsunade: Uchiha Madara is deranged, capable of anything to enhance his power.]

[Senju Hashirama: Uchiha Madara, I have a wife, a granddaughter, numerous friends, and family by my side. And you? You stand alone. What purpose does your strength serve?]

[Uchiha Madara: Strength is exhilarating. What do you understand?]

[Kumoko: Merely possessing strength isn't fulfilling; I yearn for the companionship of my master.]

[Fox Demon Honghong: Absolutely, having a master's presence surpasses all else!]

As discussions raged in the live broadcast room, the seventh-ranked bounty on the kill list was claimed.

This honor belonged to Ōtsutsuki Indra.

In due course, two rewards appeared on the screen.

The initial reward presented was a card.

[Bloodline Upgrade Card: An item designed to enhance one's bloodline. Once utilized, it elevates the bearer's bloodline by a single level.]"

The subsequent bonus item unveiled was a Q&A card.

"[Question and Answer Card: Within the live broadcast room, a question is randomly generated, and the possessor of the question and answer card responds. Should the response prove correct, astonishing rewards await. However, an incorrect response yields no reward.]"

"Bloodline Upgrade Card and Question and Answer Card?"

Ōtsutsuki Indra contemplated for a moment, ultimately opting to forgo the question-and-answer card.

He possessed limited knowledge regarding the circumstances of future generations, and selecting the question-and-answer card would entail the risk of providing a wrong response.

Thus, selecting the bloodline enhancement card seemed the wiser choice. With an improved Ōtsutsuki bloodline, his prowess would undoubtedly surge.

It seemed prudent to secure some form of assurance.

Ōtsutsuki Indra retrieved the bloodline booster card and promptly activated it.

Instantaneously, the Ōtsutsuki bloodline within Ōtsutsuki Indra's veins surged, swiftly ascending to a level akin to that of his grandmother, Ōtsutsuki Kaguya.

Simultaneously, Ōtsutsuki Indra's strength experienced a notable augmentation, even enhancing the abilities of his Rinnegan somewhat.

"Hahaha, the bloodline upgrade card proves truly remarkable; my decision was apt!" exclaimed Ōtsutsuki Indra, filled with excitement.