Chapter 84

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Due to the effects of the forbidden technique, Eternal Sleep, the Senjutsu chakra left by Hashirama had lingered in Gensou's body for over fifty years, becoming a persistent and invasive presence. Ordinary medical ninjutsu could not eradicate it.

Fortunately, Gensou had a considerable talent for medical ninjutsu. After thoroughly understanding it, he developed a new technique specifically for this purpose.

"Senjutsu Extraction Technique!"

Gensou pressed his right hand against his chest, and green chakra, resembling bubbles, instantly emerged, deeply illuminating his chest cavity.

Visibly, strands of Senjutsu chakra were drawn out from Gensou's body, flesh, bones, and even cells like threads without causing any damage. These strands were then encapsulated by the green chakra bubble without any leakage.

The Senjutsu Extraction Technique was a method Gensou developed based on the Extraction of Fine Diseases technique, combined with other medical ninjutsu and his physical condition.

It was designed to extract and store Senjutsu chakra that did not belong to him. This represented his achievements in the medical field from his studies with Shinno and Konoha.

Everything proceeded as planned.

Gensou sensed the Senjutsu chakra within him diminishing quietly and rapidly.

Finally, he looked at the small cluster of special chakra encapsulated by the green chakra bubble. This special chakra continued to consume the green chakra without any loss of its own.

Gensou knew that this was Senjutsu chakra.

In the current ninja world, aside from the half-baked Jiraiya, who could barely use it under duress, this was unique.

People like Jugo and the curse seals developed by Orochimaru from his special body merely utilized natural energy crudely and couldn't be considered true Senjutsu.

Looking at the rare Senjutsu chakra preserved by the Senjutsu Extraction Technique in his hand, Gensou first used medical ninjutsu to heal the minor injuries in his body caused by the residual Senjutsu chakra.

The moment the last ruptured blood vessel was repaired.

Thump! Thump! His heart beat strongly.

It felt as if a machine had been renewed.

Gensou could clearly sense the blood circulating unimpeded throughout his body, with every cell cheering.

His body had now fully returned to its peak state.

Feeling the powerful energy within him, free from any obstacles, Gensou smiled. The first small goal of his second life had been successfully completed.

He also had a clear idea about restoring his soul to achieve a perfect state.

No need to rush; it was time to deal with the Senjutsu chakra at hand first.

Gensou retrieved a special container for storing chakra from the research lab and placed the Senjutsu chakra inside.

In the following days, he transformed into a scientist like Orochimaru, using various high-tech instruments in the lab to scan, analyze, and experiment on the Senjutsu chakra.

Beep beep beep. The sound of machines running filled the air.

Experiment reports were printed out one after another.

"Just as described in the original story, Senjutsu chakra is formed by ordinary chakra—created from a mix of physical and spiritual energy—absorbing natural energy and perfectly merging with it. The three types of chakra need to be balanced, each making up one-third. Too much natural energy will devour the body, while too little won't activate Sage Mode."

"Hmm, the internal proportions of this Senjutsu chakra are indeed as described."

"But knowing is one thing; the real key is how ordinary chakra and natural energy perfectly merge. It seems to require a special combination; simply dividing it into three parts won't work.

"Also, the human body isn't a chip; it can't precisely measure the amount of natural energy absorbed. More simulation experiments are needed."

"It's indeed troublesome. No wonder so few have truly mastered Senjutsu over the past thousand years."

"Absorbing natural energy is another major challenge. It seems to favor toads, snakes, and slugs. The Senjutsu of the three great sanctuaries requires humans to adapt to their Senjutsu. There hasn't been a Senjutsu primarily for humans."

"Uh, I need experimental material. I'll have to use myself."

"Following this method, there might be some possibility."

"…"

In the subsequent days, Gensou locked himself in the lab, fully immersing himself in this new and fascinating field of Senjutsu.

Even after the seven days elapsed, he continued his research by bypassing the restrictions and sneaking back into the lab using the information he had obtained from the Konoha ninja.

Everything was fine in the lab.

Meanwhile, outside, the ninja world was becoming increasingly turbulent.

In a remote area outside Konoha Village.

Tsunade adjusted her Hokage hat and addressed the two Konoha advisors, Homura Mitokado and Koharu Utatane, who had come to see her off: "I'm entrusting the village to you two for the time being."

Despite their frequent disagreements, as she was about to leave, Tsunade had no choice but to rely on these experienced and respected elders for village affairs.

As for the other Konoha advisor…

If possible, Tsunade wished he would stay forever in that dark underground base.

"Don't worry, Fifth Hokage. We'll take good care of the village during your absence," Homura nodded.

"However…"

He looked worriedly at the person beside Tsunade.

It was one thing to have Shizune always by her side.

But taking Naruto, who was also ready for a journey, with his hands behind his head, looking around excitedly, was another matter.

"Is it wise to take Naruto along?" Homura frowned deeply.

Given the importance of the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki to the village, he had to ask.

"Huh? Grandpa, do you know me?" Naruto, who didn't recognize the two elders in front of him, looked up in confusion.

Homura's mouth twitched, but he said nothing.

Tsunade patted Naruto's shoulder and said firmly, "I will ensure Naruto's safety."

Additionally, Tsunade thought to herself: "The place we're heading to next is perfect for Naruto."

The Five Kage Summit!

Since Fourth Raikage A initially advocated for it, the idea had faced some cold responses.

But after the incident with Sasuke defecting and following Hagoromo Gensou, Konoha, previously indecisive, finally decided to attend the Five Kage Summit.

As one of the founding clans of Konoha, the defection of the last Uchiha, Sasuke, had exposed a deep scar in Konoha, causing severe negative repercussions.

Many in the ninja world were still enthusiastically discussing how Konoha had mistreated the last Uchiha so harshly that he was forced to defect.

Moreover, Sasuke's departure meant Konoha lost control over the even more dangerous Itachi.

Additionally, Gensou, who suddenly appeared and took Sasuke, was an unknown factor whose intentions were unclear.

Under such pressure, Konoha ultimately decided to participate in this Five Kage Summit.

With Konoha, the top-ranked village, agreeing and the weight of the Cloud Village behind it, the Mist, Rock, and Sand villages had no choice but to follow suit.

Finally.

After more than fifty years, the second Five Kage Summit was about to convene!

(End of Chapter)