Chapter 130.1 : Correct Answer!

The fusion between the demon heart and Uchiha Obito's heart commenced, initiating a transformation within him. Immersed in the magic spring's energies, his physical form had already approached the characteristics of a demon. Now, as the demon heart integrated with his own, he metamorphosed into a true demon.

During this fusion, the curse seal upon his heart encountered complications, gradually succumbing to the overpowering influence of the demon heart. Despite its resistance, the curse seal was swiftly obliterated by the relentless power of the demon's heart.

Uchiha Obito felt jubilant as the seal disintegrated. "Hahaha, Madara, I am finally free from your grasp!" he exclaimed, brimming with excitement.

However, he restrained his emotions, aware that Madara still had his informants, Black Zetsu and White Zetsu. It wasn't the opportune moment to confront them; his primary objective remained unchanged – liberation from Madara's control.

Black Zetsu and White Zetsu could still prove valuable assets if handled correctly, and Obito harbored no immediate intentions of disposing of them. Meanwhile, Uchiha Madara, still situated in the Pure Land, remained oblivious to the shattering of the seal he had left behind.

In no time, Uchiha Obito completed his transformation into a demon lord, emanating a chilling and formidable aura. He had ascended to the level of a Six Paths powerhouse. Yet, he remained a fledgling demon lord, forcibly molded from the essence of a demon god – a novice amidst the ranks of Six Paths beings.

Subsequently, the sixth position on the Kage-level list was announced, with Uchiha Itachi stepping into the spotlight this time.

Two rewards appeared on the screen of the live broadcast room.

The first reward was a blazing red elixir.

[Phoenix Blood God Pill: It significantly enhances fire elemental abilities, tempers physical prowess to a considerable extent, extends lifespan by three hundred years, and accelerates healing capabilities.]

The second reward was a day card.

[Talent Card: Upon use, it randomly bestows a talent ranking with a 1% chance of obtaining a top-tier talent, 10% for advanced, 20% for intermediate, and 69% for low-level talents.]

[Tsunade: These rewards are quite promising. Opting for the Phoenix Blood God Pill not only boosts strength but also grants a three-century extension to life. A solid choice for enhancing prowess.]

[Nagato: I wonder which reward Itachi will select?]

[Hidan: Definitely the Phoenix Blood God Pill. The talent card is too uncertain. Imagine getting a worthless talent; it's a loss. You're ranked sixth, Itachi. Choosing the talent card wouldn't be worth it.]

Soon, Uchiha Itachi made his decision, opting for the Phoenix Blood God Pill.

Everyone found this choice sensible; after all, the talent card held the risk of yielding a low-grade talent, rendering it meaningless.

Shortly after, the reward for the seventh-ranked individual on the Kage-level list was unveiled.

Hum!

Two reward items materialized on the live broadcast room's screen.

The first was an elixir.

[Thunder Flame Pill: Enhances thunder and fire elemental abilities, with some physical fitness improvement; however, ineffective for Six Paths level.]

The second was a card.

[God-tier Question and Answer Card: Presents three consecutive questions. Answering all three correctly yields incredible rewards; two correct answers grant moderate rewards, while one correct answer yields no rewards or potential items acquired later.]

[Kakashi: Another god-tier question and answer card. I wonder how Sasuke will decide?]

[Fourth Raikage: God-level question and answer card, this is a real challenge! And failing to answer correctly will incur penalties." 

[Tsunade: The Thunder Flame Golden Elixir's efficacy isn't significant, especially not for someone at the level of the Six Paths. So, Sasuke might not ascend to the Six Paths level, but he could come close, very close indeed." 

[Uzumaki Naruto: I still think Sasuke should opt for the Thunder Flame Golden Elixir, not the God-level question and answer card.]

[Haruno Sakura: Whatever Sasuke chooses, I'm behind him all the way!]

"Sasuke, what's your decision?" Suigetsu inquired.

Sasuke pondered, "I want to try the god-level Q&A card."

"Aren't you concerned about the risks?" Suigetsu furrowed his brow.

"And if I fail?" Sasuke retorted, "If I get it right, the rewards could be incredible. Not only could I reach the Six Paths level, but I might even surpass it. The Thunder Flame Golden Pill can boost my strength, but it won't elevate me to the Six Paths level."

Adding firmly, Sasuke continued, "You're aware my objective is to defeat him. He's highly likely to advance directly to the Six Paths rank this time, and once he's on the list, his rewards will surpass mine. It'll be challenging for me to catch up. So, I'm willing to take the risk."

"Sasuke-kun, I'm rooting for you!" Uzumaki Karin cheered.

"Since you're willing to take the risk, then go for it!" Suigetsu shrugged, showing no objections.

Sasuke nodded in agreement but remained silent.

"Summon the god-level question and answer card!"

"Activate the God-level question and answer card!"

Sasuke commanded.

Golden List live room.

[Kakashi: Sasuke has still chosen the god-level Q&A card; he's quite the risk-taker!)

[Uzumaki Naruto: Maybe that's just who he is!]

[Haruno Sakura: I hope Sasuke gets all the answers right!]

[Uzumaki Karin: Sasuke will definitely nail it!

At that moment, an image flickered in the live broadcast room.

In the image, the Uchiha clan compound, a one-sided massacre unfolds.

[Kakashi: This is the night of the Uchiha clan genocide!]

[Tsunade: The night of the Uchiha clan genocide; perhaps this question pertains to that event.]

[Fourth Raikage: Interesting, so it wasn't just Uchiha Itachi who single-handedly wiped out the Uchiha clan. I had assumed there were others involved!]

[Third Tsuchikage: Uchiha Itachi's brutality is unparalleled. He wiped out the entire clan, men, women, and children. It takes a special kind of ruthlessness to carry out such an act!]

"The Night of the Uchiha Clan genocide, Damn it!"

Uchiha Sasuke's eyes blazed crimson, his countenance twisted in anguish as an unfathomable demonic aura emanated from him.

As the scene faded, it left behind only the lifeless bodies of the Uchiha clan and a solitary figure.

And then came the first inquiry.

[May I ask, what was the motive behind Uchiha Itachi's annihilation of the Uchiha clan?]

[A: No motive, simply as it were; 

B: Hatred towards the clan as a whole; 

C: Danzo's threatens Sasuke life; 

D: Under Sarutobi Hiruzen's directive]

[ Fourth Raikage: Is there even room for debate here? It must've been Sarutobi Hiruzen's command!]

[Third Hokage: Blast it, Fourth Raikage, it wasn't my doing at all!)

[ Fourth Raikage: Oh, so you dare deny any involvement?

(Third Hokage: Well, now that this inquiry is raised, even if Sasuke falters in his response, Golden List will disclose the truth. Danzo, don't blame me, the cat's out of the bag. I'll admit, the Uchiha clan was plotting an insurrection. My initial intent was to stall and devise a solution. However, Danzo secretly approached Uchiha Itachi, compelling him to exterminate the clan. It appears Danzo manipulated Itachi by threatening Sasuke's life.]

[Danzo: Sarutobi Hiruzen, do you dare claim ignorance? You knew, yet you turned a blind eye because you deemed it necessary. Otherwise, the Uchiha uprising would've posed a grave threat to Konoha! Spare me your pretense of virtue, do you wish to be seen as righteous?"

(Third Hokage: But you executed it, I refuse to shoulder the blame!)

"What? Is this the truth?"

Uchiha Sasuke was dumbfounded. He hadn't fathomed that Uchiha Itachi's slaughter of their clan was linked to him.

His emotions churned in a tumultuous mix; speech eluded him as he grappled with the revelation.

[Fourth Raikage: No wonder an earlier query mentioned Sasuke as Uchiha Itachi's most cherished person. This indeed proves his favoritism. To safeguard his younger brother, he orchestrated the annihilation of his clan. Perhaps fleeing with his brother or eliminating Danzo is the prudent course!)

(Third Tsuchikage: Assassinating Danzo serves no purpose; the underlying issue remains the Uchiha rebellion. Evidently, at that juncture, Uchiha Itachi still opposed rebellion, aligning himself with Konoha rather than the Uchiha clan. Coupled with Danzo's coercion, Itachi likely felt compelled to act thus.]

[ Uchiha Shisui: I comprehend the translation perfectly!)

(Third Hokage: Truly, the situation was dire then; I yearned for stability and harmony in Konoha!"

Yet, amid the discourse, a faction of the Uchiha clan railed and departed, believing that regardless of the rationale, allegiance should have lain with the Uchiha clan, not Sarutobi Hiruzen.

"Sasuke, please respond!

Suigetsu said.

"I understand," Uchiha Sasuke murmured, his expression grave.

Although he wasn't inclined to choose this option, for the sake of the reward, he felt compelled to.

[Uchiha Sasuke: I select C!)]

The results swiftly appeared.

[Congratulations to Uchiha Sasuke for the correct answer!]

Even the gold-list confirmed it. Clearly, Uchiha Itachi had wiped out the entire clan to protect Uchiha Sasuke.

Considering the circumstances at the time, the Uchiha clan was severely weakened and harbored thoughts of rebellion, sealing their fate.

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