Chapter 126.2 : Three Lists?

Shortly after, rewards were distributed to the Yamanaka clan.

Among them, a dark tree materialized.

[Soul Tree: Gradually enhances soul and mental strength, offering spiritual restoration]

[Yamanaka Inoichi: A splendid reward! Our Yamanaka techniques thrive on a strong soul, and the Soul Tree promises to fortify us, akin to enhancing our strength!]

[Yamanaka Ino: Hahaha, Dad, that's awesome! Quickly extract the soul tree, I want to train under it!]

[Akamichi Choza: You Yamanaka clan sure have some good fortune!]

[Nara Shikamaru: The rewards are tailored to suit the needs of our major factions, offering valuable resources that can be utilized effectively."]

[Tsunade: Indeed, barring any unfortunate circumstances, these rewards are advantageous for us. There won't be any treasures that are completely useless or unsuitable.]

Time flowed steadily, and the rewards for each faction were gradually announced. 

Before they knew it, the allocation of rewards was nearing its conclusion.

With the final distribution for the Fūma Clan clan completed, the rewards emblematic of the power rankings had been fully distributed.

[Kakashi: The distribution of rewards based on the power rankings has concluded. We'll have to wait another year for the announcement of the new rankings.]

[Might Guy: I'm eager for the new rankings. Hopefully, I'll make the list this time!]

[Senju Hashirama: I, too, hope to secure a spot on the new list!]

[Uchiha Madara: When the new list comes out, I'll definitely be among the top ranks!]

Many eagerly anticipated the unveiling of the new rankings.

After a while, a hint about the new rankings was disclosed.

[The new rankings will be revealed in a year, and this time, three new rankings will be announced!]

Countless individuals were taken aback by this revelation.

[Tsunade: Three new rankings at once. They must be interconnected.]

[Third Tsuchikage: The last time they announced two new rankings, it was the list of handsome men and beautiful women. What could these new ones be?]

[Fourth Raikage: Releasing three rankings simultaneously is quite unexpected!]

[Nara Shikamaru: It's unprecedented to unveil three rankings at once, especially if they're interrelated.]

[Senju Hashirama: With three rankings, there's a higher chance for everyone to make it onto at least one list!]

[Terumi Mei: My guess is only one person per list!]

[Uzumaki Naruto: I just hope I can make it onto any of the lists!]

"Revealing three lists at once!"

Yasao was slightly astonished.

He wasn't aware of the nature of these three rankings, but with the distribution of power ranking rewards concluded, it was time for him to claim his rewards.

This time, his three factions received three highly valuable rewards: the Golden Path, the Tree of Enlightenment, and the True Dragon Blood Pool. These treasures would significantly bolster his factions' strength.

Subsequently,

Yasao ventured into a separate dimension adjacent to the ninja world. This space, known as Dimension One, had been discovered by Yasao long ago and was now fully under his control. 

He intended to place the three treasures within this realm. Moreover, ninjas from his factions could access this space via specific portals to train.

In Dimension One,

Yasao summoned Teacher Octopus, Sun Wukong, the Fox Demon Sisters, Kumoko, and Red Lotus Godzilla. Additionally, numerous elite kage ninjas from the underground black market, ninja guild, and mercenary organization arrived.

"You may now claim all three rewards!"

Yasao commanded.

"Yes, Master!" The crowd responded in unison.

Soon, three rewards materialized one after another.

Boom!

The Golden Path emerged, spanning the void and extending into the unexplored depths.

The Enlightenment Tree also manifested atop a mountain, transforming it into a sanctum for cultivation.

The True Dragon Blood Pool was housed within a massive structure in Space No. 1, a construction erected collectively by everyone before, now repurposed to safeguard the pool.

"Let's head to the True Dragon Blood Pool first," Yasao directed.

"Yes, Master!" Everyone followed Yasao to the True Dragon Blood Pool.

The pool was vast, rendering everyone within it as small as ants.

Yasao immersed himself directly in the True Dragon Blood Pool, absorbing its energy.

"Hum!" The pool's energy surged into his body, aiding in the refinement of his Golden Vaajra Body.

However, Yasao frowned.

"The effect is too weak, hardly faster than my usual practice. Indeed, the True Dragon Blood Pool is only suitable for cultivation below the Six Paths level, not for me," Yasao muttered.

He then instructed the super-Kage-level individuals to practice, their progress far swifter than his body tempering.

Sun Wukong and the others also entered the pool for cultivation, experiencing better results than Yasao's solitary efforts, albeit not exceptionally so.

Yet for a faction, the True Dragon Blood Pool's assistance was invaluable.

"Master, the True Dragon Blood Pool is amazing!" Garaga exclaimed excitedly.

Though at the Six Paths level, being a dragon, the pool is immensely beneficial to him.

"Rong Rong, you'll manage the cultivation schedule for the True Dragon Blood Pool from now on, allocating time based on points," Yasao instructed.

This was necessary to prevent the rapid depletion of the pool's energy.

"Yes, Master," Rong Rong acknowledged.

Subsequently, Yasao led them to the Enlightenment Tree.

Upon entering, everyone closed their eyes, attuning themselves to the shifting currents of comprehension.

Yasao noticed a significant improvement in his own understanding, although his deduction system rendered such gains redundant.

Given the Tree of Enlightenment's perpetual presence, Yasao didn't impose restrictions on its use. Everyone was free to practice here without time constraints, albeit with a point cost to enter its 100-meter radius.

Lastly, Yasao guided the group to the Dao Golden Road, the reward for topping the power rankings, a prize he deemed among the best.

In the grand scheme of things, this treasure holds immense potential for refinement, harboring great power. As it nears its culmination, the rewards shall be vast indeed.

To be recognized by the Golden List as a significant boon is a tremendous advantage, one that could greatly aid Yasao on his journey.

Before long,

One by one, they tread upon the Golden Path, eager to uncover its mysteries.

As they set foot on the path of gold, a palpable weight descended upon them all.

"The gravity here is formidable!"

A super Kage-level individual furrowed their brow.

Though such gravity posed little challenge to one of super Kage-level prowess, it promised to intensify with each step forward.

Meanwhile,

Yasao embarked upon the journey along the Golden Path.

While he too felt the weight of gravity, his strength rendered it almost negligible.

Step by step, he traversed the Golden Road, where the gravitational force grew ever stronger. After journeying about a thousand meters, the path underwent a transformation.

Suddenly, the road became adorned with countless flames.

These flames surged into Yasao's body, as though intent on consuming him.

Yet, no matter how fiercely they burned, they failed to breach Yasao's Golden Vajra physique.

"These flames..."

Yasao discerned their uniqueness. Resistance to them tempered the body, fortifying its foundations.

"It serves as both trial and reward! The gravity here is akin to training within a gravity chamber!"

Yasao mused.

Undeterred, he pressed onward, another kilometer into his journey, and the flames vanished, replaced by howling winds.

Unyielding, these winds penetrated even the innermost recesses of Yasao's being. Only those with resilient organs could withstand their onslaught.

Clearly, resistance to these winds also promised physical enhancement.

Yet, Yasao's meticulously cultivated physique required no such tempering here, its foundation already resolute.

Continuing his advance,

Another kilometer traversed brought forth thunder and lightning.

Initially mundane, these bolts soon transfigured into purple arcs, then finally into golden lightning.

Ordinary lightning posed a dire threat to even the super-kage level, while the purple variant menaced those of the Six Paths caliber.

As for the golden bolts, they surpassed the capacity of even the Six Paths, presenting a threat to those of Immortal Dao attainment.

"Golden lightning shall aid in the refinement of my Golden Vajra Body!" Yasao exclaimed with delight.

Observing the lengthy expanse of the golden path ahead, he opted to linger within the golden lightning's domain for a time, honing his strength before pressing onward.

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