Chapter 186 : Perfect Sage Mode!

It appears that blessings reside in the heart, and Kazuhiko is aware that this is the moment, without anyone needing to remind him or say anything more.

Suddenly, countless natural energies flowed into his body seamlessly.

A steady stream gathered within him, shaping a new current.

Ultimately, the two currents of natural energy and his Chakra merged.

The external world sensed Kazuhiko's situation as well, recognizing that this was the crucial moment. "Come on, Kazuhiko-sama."

"Call…"

Everything unfolded so naturally and tranquilly; the two currents converged flawlessly, and Kazuhiko suddenly opened his eyes.

"Sage Mode! Success!"

Observing Kazuhiko's face, dark stripes appeared beside his eyes.

These stripes circled the corners of his eyes and met at Kazuhiko's eyebrows, intertwining to form a mysterious vertical eye pattern.

Kazuhiko's eyes featured a golden outer pupil and two extremely black points in the center. With raised eyebrows, he looked majestic and sacred.

Kazuhiko rose slowly, surveying his surroundings. The world, in this moment, appeared exceptionally vibrant in his eyes.

He sensed that everything he perceived was profoundly different, and the world, in his eyes, was once again painted with color.

Previously, the world he saw was gray and white, but now it had become vividly colorful.

Illuminated by natural energy, everything had acquired a new brilliance.

"Is this Sage Mode? It's truly remarkable!" Kazuhiko marveled at the transformed world before him.

In his heart, it felt as if he had corrected severe myopia, providing immense comfort alone.

Not to mention the additional enhancements.

Kazuhiko clenched his fist, feeling the surging power coursing through his body.

From head to toe, front to back, every part of his body felt strengthened.

Invisible to the eye, his entire body was enveloped in a protective layer, ensuring constant safeguarding.

However, when Kazuhiko attempted to touch his own skin, the sensation was unlike any normal touch.

Furthermore, he felt more attuned to nature, with vitality pulsating throughout his body, achieving the pinnacle of physical well-being.

Kazuhiko exhaled, sensing a transformed and empowered version of himself.

The Little slug by his side reminded him, "Kazuhiko-sama, you have successfully cultivated Sage Mode, and you have mastered the perfect Sage Mode. Your strength has reached new heights!"

"I'm sure you've noticed that every aspect of your body has been greatly enhanced, signifying the activation of your body's full potential."

"You can sense the transformations brought about by Sage Mode in the future, and there are numerous surprises awaiting you." 

Kazuhiko, with a satisfied nod, opened his eyes.

The sensation of "seeing the world with newfound clarity" was truly exhilarating. Everything lay before him, unobscured.

In contrast to his previous state, where a fog seemed to cling to normalcy, now, the mist had lifted, revealing the unaltered truth.

Without relying on any additional power, be it Chakra or his inherent abilities, Kazuhiko propelled himself upward using only his physical strength.

"Shh!"

In the next instant, Kazuhiko soared ten meters into the air, effortlessly maneuvering mid-flight.

Before descending, he clenched his right fist and swung it towards the empty space ahead.

"Huh..." The wind generated by his fist created ripples in the air, displaying tremendous power.

The nearby trees felt the impact of the fist wind. These trees, having endured for centuries in the damp Shikkotsu Forest, soaked in the mucus of Little slugs, were unimaginably sturdy, rivaling steel from the outside world.

Yet, the fist wind descended, and "Bang!" The tree swayed, bearing a massive fist mark.

This may seem straightforward, but Kazuhiko achieved this feat without relying on any external power. The strength he derived from his own body now placed him on par with a miniature Superman.

Upon landing, he sensed an all-encompassing enhancement in his body, experiencing significant improvements in speed, strength, and defense.

Even Kazuhiko noticed that his thinking had become clearer and faster.

"Sage Mode didn't disappoint, and it didn't require much effort!" Kazuhiko grinned, expressing rare happiness.

The effort he mentioned referred to his previous visit to the Shikkotsu Forest. This time, however, it seemed easier.

If one were to practice Sage Mode diligently, searching for the holy grounds of cultivation one by one, it would take decades. Even if the Three Great Sage Region were found, transforming them into stepping stones would require several years. 

Knowing this, those who diligently sought such enlightenment would undoubtedly curse Kazuhiko for his seemingly effortless success.

Hearing Kazuhiko's words, the Little slug considered them normal. After all, he was a figure of global interest; could his experiences be compared to ordinary individuals?

Others might struggle for a decade or fail to master it completely. Kazuhiko, on the other hand, perfected Sage Mode after just two visits. Was there a vast difference?

Certainly, there was. However, given Kazuhiko's extraordinary talent and the world's keen interest in him, such achievements were reasonable.

Kazuhiko returned to the shore and donned his clothes.

Observing the surroundings of the Shikkotsu Forest, he now understood why Sage Katsuyu enjoyed residing here. The comfort, the abundance of natural energies, the clarity of everything – it all embodied the purest, most essential state of nature.

Despite the tranquility, Kazuhiko couldn't linger. Many responsibilities awaited him in the outside world.

"Maybe in the future, this can be a vacation spot – a place to take a break for a couple of days now and then."

With this thought, just as Kazuhiko was about to bid farewell to the Little slug and leave, he suddenly remembered – what rewards awaited him for signing in at the Shikkotsu Forest?

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