Chapter 163.2 : Sasori??

"Boom!"

The Golden List bell continued its resonant tolling.

A holographic image materialized—a rejuvenated Tsunade.

"So, how did I make it onto the list?" Tsunade, the newcomer, mused aloud.

The corners of Terumi Mei and others' lips twitched in response.

This marked the third occurrence.

Why, Konoha, do you continually dominate the list without comprehending what it takes to earn a spot?

Take a glance for yourselves; out of thirty positions on the list, Konoha claims nine of the ten already announced. What more do you seek?

"It's likely the First Hokage's Necklace," Uchiha Ran remarked, eyeing Tsunade's neck.

"The First Hokage's Necklace?" Tsunade hadn't spoken yet, but Tobirama, eho has returned and was rejoining the conversation, appeared puzzled. "How could it be my Niisan's Necklace? It's merely a specialized Chakra enchantment. Without Nissan's incorporation of Wood Style Sealing Techniques, it could scarcely contain the Tailed Beast's influence. In essence, it holds little power, not even comparable to my Sword of the Thunder God!"

Is the Sword of the Thunder God truly formidable?

Sasuke manipulated it with a Chidori, and Naruto shattered it with a Rasengan. Even if it possesses strength, its utility seems limited. 

Stronger than most ninja tool, yet nothing compared to the might of a truly formidable ninja tool.

At least one of the Seven Ninja Swords, Kiba, surpasses the Sword of the Thunder God.

"Perhaps I haven't unraveled the mystery of the sealed necklace after all.

"Just like there are fish that slip through the net, such as the inheritance stone tablet, aren't there?"

He looked at the stone tablet beside Uchiha Ran.

Tobirama, with a solemn expression, nodded in agreement. "Indeed, even the Sage of Six Paths and Black Zetsu can make mistales. Until the true purpose of the inheritance stone tablet is discovered, everything remains possible."

Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo:

Black Zetsu:

Could this be the legendary slasher?

It's truly painful.

At this moment, everyone is intrigued by Uchiha Ran's speculation.

No. 21: Sensory Crystal (Allows anyone to imbue their own chakra into it. The wearer can then communicate via chakra, enabling the other party to perform ninjutsu in the air or even summon when sufficient energy is amassed.)

Owner: Tsunade

"Ran-kun, you guessed correctly."

Tsunade lifted the necklace around her neck, admiration flickering in her beautiful eyes.

"This isn't merely a sealed necklace but a top-tier life-saving tool," Tobirama remarked with a sigh.

Uchiha Ran nodded in concurrence. "Because it appears as a small crystal, it's often underestimated. After the First Hokage infused it with chakra and applied sealing techniques, it was mistaken for a First Hokage's Necklace.

"But in reality, it's a sensory device. By utilizing Chakra as a medium, the wearer can establish sensory connections and summon assistance."

"The most astonishing aspect is its spatial capabilities, enabling the summoning of individuals.

"However, it likely requires substantial capacity.

"This sensory crystal seems to be a unique creation arising from the God Tree.

"Due to the ignorance of its true function by its initial possessor, the First Hokage, the crystal remained neglected and was even destroyed in Naruto's hands.

"But not anymore.

"Very soon, reward details will be updated.

[Weapon Reward: 

One: Enhanced ability to autonomously absorb natural energy and convert it into chakra.

Two: Storage capacity increased from three to ten chakra points.

Three: Ability to utilize two reserved ninjutsu simultaneously.

Owner's Reward:

One: Augmented Yin Release prowess with a high likelihood of attaining a Sage body upon activation through stimultion.

Two: Activation of the Uchiha Madara bloodline limit, granting the Three Tomoe Sharingan, and potentially even the Mangekyō.]

"What?!"

Golden List aimed a beam of light to enhance the quality of the induction crystal.

As the light faded, Uchiha Ran gestured, imbuing Chakra with a pupil technique.

Protecting his woman was, naturally, his priority.

Tsunade offered him a sweet smile before remarking, "I'll take Reward One."

Indeed, it was Reward One she sought. After all, Mangekyō Sharingan is scarce, but Three Tomoe Sharingan were plentiful. And now, these Sharingan were in the possession of Uchiha Ran and Tobirama.

Tsunade's strides toward greater strength mirrored Rough Hand Hashirama's.

"Boom!"

Even as Tsunade harnessed newfound power and commenced her transformation, the gold medal bell continued to chime.

The three-dimensional display revealed a striking, red-haired youth.

His presence elicited varied reactions from the crowd—curiosity, uncertainty.

For many, he remained an enigma.

Was he a recluse of sorts?

However, some of the older attendees recognized him.

He was the grandson of Chiyo, Sasori of Red Sand!

"Sasori is among the contenders."

Uchiha Ran, too, expressed surprise before musing, "It can't be himself, right?"

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