27 Chapter 26 : Potara Earrings
"What's the situation?" Kakashi asked urgently.
"Why did Ranmaru inquire with Uchiha Ran?" Sakura questioned.
"Isn't Ranmaru from Konoha?" Naruto wondered aloud.
"Could it be that Ranmaru joined Konoha after leaving the Mist Shinobi?" Sai suggested.
"No, with Sarutobi Hiruzen and Danzo here, Konoha won't ally with Rogue Ninja," Shikamaru chimed in.
"Maybe it's Uchiha Ran's personal influence. The Fifth Hokage is pretty formidable," Ino speculated.
"Since it's all about Uchiha Ran. Just ask directly," Shino added.
...
Ranmaru disregarded the inquiries of the other four village Kages and instead used the Gold List to inquire about Uchiha Ran's situation. It was quite intriguing and thought-provoking.
All around the ninja world, various thoughts circulated.
Almost unconsciously, many people seemed to agree with the advice of Uchiha Ran, the Fifth Hokage.
Perhaps they believed he could handle it.
Meanwhile, Danzo was in a state of confusion.
"You're asking me this? Aren't you worried I'll deceive you?" Uchiha Ran responded to Ranmaru's question, choosing not to reveal his true identity for now.
On one hand, he wanted to avoid excessive jealousy from others, and on the other, he desired more hidden cards.
By posing this query, Uchiha Ran aimed to alleviate the concerns of many.
Hidden Stone Village:
"Ranmaru is astute. He thought of the approach I overlooked," Kurotsuchi lamented.
"Maybe," Ōnoki replied noncommittally.
Hidden Mist Village:
"Send a representative to the Land of Water, approach them with goodwill," Mei Terumi and Aoi discussed their plan.
Hidden Cloud Village:
"Talk about being clueless!" Darui smirked.
Gold List Live:
"I believe the Fifth Hokage is a good person," Ranmaru answered solemnly.
A faint smile played on Uchiha Ran's lips, knowing that the intelligent Ranmaru had caught onto his hint.
"Didn't expect to receive a 'good person' card from the village outsider."
"Guess I can't take it lightly then," Uchiha Ran pretended to ponder, then continued after a pause, "If you're feeling lucky, you can pick two!"
Ranmaru, since childhood frail and unwell, faced mobility challenges. Upon encountering Raiga Kurosuki, he became the eyes for the latter in battle, while Raiga Kurosuki acted as his limbs.
Given this situation, even though Uchiha Ran yearned to explore the broader world, he would still encourage Ranmaru to choose the Uzumaki Physique. Yet, in truth, Ranmaru's physical issues were no longer a problem; medical ninjutsu had long cured him.
Although the Uzumaki physique offered advantages, enhancing Ranmaru's combat abilities and potential, it slightly paled in comparison to the Myriad worlds lottery, capable of bestowing prizes surpassing the limits of the ninja world.
Still, there was an element of chance.
"Are you contemplating your luck?" Ranmaru mused softly, appearing deeply absorbed in thought. But he recognized Uchiha Ran's true intent was for him to choose both.
"My luck seems to be holding up," Ranmaru turned to Raiga, then back to Uchiha Ran, a faint smile tugging at his lips. "I'll go with the second choice!"
A cascade of golden light descended.
Unlike previous occasions, the light formed a colossal disc in front of Ranmaru.
The disc displayed "Secret Technique," "Bloodline Ability," "Items," "Legacy," and "Summoning" in distinct sections.
"Hmm, intriguing!" Tsunade, en route to Konoha Village, paused with an intrigued expression.
"I knew it'd turn out like this," Shizune sighed, slightly exasperated.
[Senju Hashirama: This is like gambling. Can it be won?]
[Tsunade: Grandfather, your luck's worse than mine. I'll take over the draws.]
All of Ninja World: ???
When it came to luck and gambling, was there anyone worse off than you, Granny Tsunade?
[Senju Hashirama: Tsuna, let your grandpa do this. You're a girl; why are you so into gambling...]
[Uzumaki Mito: Do you still have the nerve to say that?]
[Senju Hashirama: Ah, hahaha!]
[Uchiha Ran: As expected, gambling and Tsunade-senpai are inseparable.]
[Tsunade: Who asked for your opinion? (Tsundere mode)]
[Uchiha Ran: So you do care?]
[Tsunade: Like I care!]
[...]
Hmph, flirtation!
Many recognized that Tsunade and Uchiha Ran's relationship was far from ordinary.
Yet, not many attributed it to romantic feelings, given Tsunade's age.
Nonetheless, Jiraiya's heart ached without clear reason.
Still, at this moment, most attention was drawn to the Myriad worlds lottery.
The knowledge level among ninja was not particularly high. The term "Myriad worlds" signified universes, but the concept was lost on most.
Was the real name of their world the Myriad worlds, and did this lottery encompass all bloodlines, items, secret techniques, summoning beasts, and the like from the ninja universe?
This conjecture began circulating.
And now, Ranmaru initiated the draw.
"Lottery!" he commanded mentally.
A phantom pointer materialized, whirling around the disc, gradually slowing before stopping in the item section.
The disc's content transformed abruptly, showing five distinct areas: "Dragon Balls," "Pirates," "Warriors," "Super Gods," and "Ultra."
Seeing this, Uchiha Ran's eyes contracted abruptly.
Of these five worlds, excluding Pirates, which one couldn't eclipse the Naruto world?
His suspicion was confirmed!
But other ninjas remained baffled.
Dragon Balls and pirates made sense, but "Warriors"?
"Super Gods"?
"Ultra"?
"Shhh!"
While confusion lingered, the pointer moved again, eventually resting on Dragon Balls.
"Hiss!"
Uchiha Ran couldn't help but gasp.
Dragon Balls it was!
The power in that world could annihilate a Hokage in moments.
If Ranmaru acquired something substantial, like Earth's seven Dragon Balls, would he use their power to transcend even Ōtsutsuki Kaguya?
An opportunity to ascend to the heavens!
"Shhh!"
Just as Uchiha Ran was about to react, a beam of light landed in Ranmaru's hand.
Simultaneously, the Gold List's live broadcast was altered.
[Potara Earrings]
The video's description began to stream! *
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