Chapter 195 : Black Zetsu!

"Jing-Jing-Jing-"

Takeshi tightened his fists, channeling energy into his dantian, awakening the Shukaku Chakra within him. 

The golden power emanated from his body, creating ripples of air beneath his feet that ascended to the top of his head. A fiery chakra coat enveloped him, lifting even his ebony hair upward.

"Is this the pure tailed beast Chakra, the tailed beast's coat? It's truly formidable."

Takeshi carefully assessed his newfound power. When activated, his chakra doubled instantly, surpassing that of an ordinary quasi-Kage.

"Shukaku's chakra is still scarce, although I can absorb less than ten percent... even less. However, if it's the nine tails, it would likely be much more potent."

Takeshi grinned, allowing the initial arrogance of the chakra to settle before coalescing once again behind him, manifesting into the shape of a rattlesnake.

In the Naruto world, this rattlesnake was covered in khaki scales and stood guard beside Takeshi. Purple lines adorned its body, and its menacing appearance was complemented by bloodthirsty purple eyes.

"After Shukaku's will dissipates, these chakras take on a new form... Though this energy might be too rudimentary for a tailed beast coat, I have complete control over it, with no drawbacks. That's its biggest advantage!"

Takeshi nodded in satisfaction; the rattlesnake illusion dispersed, transforming back into a pale golden chakra layer. Takeshi appeared shrouded in a light sand-like aura, exuding a potent boss-like presence.

"Boom!"

A gust of wind roared as Takeshi darted forward at an explosive speed, delivering a punch that collided with a rock wall, causing a tumultuous upheaval.

The laboratory shook violently, debris falling in the aftermath.

"Uh, I may have demolished the place a bit!"

A layer of sand peeled off Takeshi's fist, but it promptly regenerated under the influence of Chakra. Raising his hand, he suspended the sand, filling the cracks in the shattered rocks.

"... Controlling the sandstorm is still too feeble, merely serving as auxiliary power. Likely due to insufficient absorption of Shukaku's energy and the subsequent loss during refinement."

Takeshi formed seals again, conjuring numerous wooden stakes that supported the collapsed underground laboratory.

"The speed and power of that punch were impressive, 30% stronger than before! If I absorb more Tailed Beast Chakra..."

"Kid, rein in your enthusiasm. You haven't fully assimilated these powers yet!"

White Scale's voice interrupted Takeshi's excitement.

"Oh... right, these powers still clash with my true essence. Assimilating them is proving to be a challenge!"

Takeshi acknowledged that although he could use Shukaku's chakra after absorbing it, it remained somewhat unrefined, akin to a foreign entity within his body. His current situation mirrored that of the golden horn and silver horn, where the tailed beast Chakra hadn't fully integrated and could still be extracted.

"With your current strength and absorption capabilities, dealing with tailed beast Chakra isn't a walk in the park. My advice is to digest these powers before attempting to consume Chakra from other tailed beasts. Otherwise, it might become a latent threat, hindering your progress in Senjutsu training."

White Scale's words resonated in his mind before fading away.

"...Yes, I mustn't be too hasty. Tailed beast chakra is undoubtedly potent, but I can't yet assimilate tShukaku chakra."

Takeshi abandoned the notion of devouring more tailed beast Chakra. "Even if I were to acquire the nine-tailed chakra, I can't refine it at the moment. I should focus on conventional training to enhance my strength."

Takeshi emerged from the chaotic underground laboratory. From now on, he stood as a man with a tailed beast coat, ready to unleash his explosive potential!

The power coalesced, and the Shukaku Chakra within him condensed, swirling around Takeshi.

"Hmm, truly fascinating. But how can I make it less conspicuous?"

The Shukaku Chakra wrapped around Takeshi's neck like a pale golden serpent, swiftly transforming into an expansive golden chain.

"...This might be too ostentatious."

The massive gold chain vanished, and the pale golden energy flowed once more, concentrating on the palm of his right hand. This time, it formed into a ring with a sizable yellow diamond embedded in it.

"...a bit too showy."

With a fluid motion, the light golden power finally condensed on his wrist, shaping into a simple dark golden bracelet.

"Perfect."

Takeshi nodded approvingly. The bracelet, concealed beneath his sleeves, remained unassuming. When activated, it would convert into chakra, enhancing his strength. Once Takeshi completely assimilated Shukaku's power, the bracelet would fade away.

.....

"Strange. Why do I sense One-Tail's power fluctuations? Wasn't One-Tail obliterated by Tobirama?"

In a dense forest, a dark shadow materialized, emerging from the depths and solidifying into a somber human figure, as if contemplating and pondering.

"Hmph, perhaps some chakra remnants that escaped One-Tail's demise were seized by mere mortals. These inferior outcasts only serve to benefit me!"

Black Zetsu spoke with disdain, his voice icy and harsh.

"Never mind, these are trivial matters. As long as Madara awakens as planned, my years of planning may come to fruition, quack!"

Black Zetsu cackled eerily. Strangely, several ninjas stood beside him, their eyes vacant, unmoving, clearly having lost their sanity.

"We still have plenty of time. To enact the perfect plot at the opportune moment, I require numerous rehearsals to refine my skills."

Black Zetsu muttered to himself, "Despite the countless failures, every plot has contributed to my experience, honing my abilities and cultivation. Quack, in the words newly coined by mortals, I am a grand director and scriptwriter, and their suffering forms the cornerstone of my creation!"

Black Zetsu appeared to smile, his mouth extending to the base of his ears, yet his eyes remained cold and ruthless—bereft of any emotional fluctuations.

The surrounding ninjas were manipulated like marionettes, their pupils faintly black, each sporting a mechanical and eerie smile, resembling a soulless audience.

"Go forth. I've found new actors, gifted children with an affection for Hashima's village..."

Black Zetsu chuckled, "If they turn against each other and succumb to darkness, what intriguing events will unfold? How will it compare to my countless previous endeavors?"

Black Zetsu mused, "Hashirama, your kindness is remembered only for its failures!"

As if irritated by some recollection, Black Zetsu waved his hand vigorously, and a group of ninjas silently departed, wearing Cloud's forehead protectors.

Black Zetsu murmured under his breath and submerged back into the shadows.

"A new act is about to commence. My theater is named Destruction of Konoha..."

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