Chapter 144 : Naruto’s Choice!

Soon, two reward items appeared on the screen.

The first reward item was a Golden Pill.

(Rank Four Golden Pill: It greatly enhances Chakra mastery, fortifies the physique, extends lifespan by 300 years, and possesses potent wound-healing properties…)

The second reward item was a drop of blood essence.

[Swallowing Toad Blood Essence: Extracted from the essence of a supreme divine beast, tailored for toads. Upon refinement, it substantially fortifies the body, augments strength, and carries a chance of awakening the lineage of the Swallowing Toad.)

Mount Myōboku.

The Great Toad Sage hesitated, uncertain which reward to select.

"Which reward do you think we should choose?" the Great Toad Sage inquired of Sage Fukasaku and Sage Shima beside him.

"Master, we dare not speculate," Sage Shima hastily interjected.

"Fear not, speak your minds!" urged the Great Toad Sage.

Sage Shima contemplated for a moment before replying, "I believe the Swallowing Toad blood is the optimal choice for us toads. It's tailored for our kind, sourced from a supreme divine beast. Should the lineage of the supreme divine beast manifest, it would bring significant benefits!"

"Indeed, that's my inclination as well," nodded the Great Toad Sage.

Without delay, he opted for the Swallowing Toad blood.

"Extract the Swallowing Toad blood!" commanded the Great Toad Sage, beckoning from the live broadcast room.

He swiftly ingested it.

As time trickled by, the Swallowing Toad blood gradually catalyzed a transformation within the Great Toad Sage's body.

"I may have a chance at awakening the Swallowing Toad bloodline!" the Great Toad Sage sensed.

If he successfully manifested the Swallowing Toad bloodline, his power would assuredly skyrocket.

[White Snake Sage: The old toad opted for the Swallowing Toad blood. It seems he too seeks the lineage of the supreme divine beast! Nevertheless, even if he acquires the Swallowing Toad blood, I, as the supreme divine beast Soaring Snake, remain superior!

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[Fukasaku Sage: That remains to be seen. Lineage, physique, and race are influential factors but not the sole determinants of strength. My master may yet surpass you.]

[White Snake Sage: We shall see then!]

[Ōtsutsuki Ashura: The next reward belongs to me. What shall I receive?]

[ Ōtsutsuki Indra: This is definitely not ideal! ]

[ Ōtsutsuki Ashura: Brother, we're family, why must we be at odds like this?"

[ Ōtsutsuki Indra: I'm just frustrated to see you! ]

Before long, the reward for being No. 17 on the Six Paths list manifested.

Two items of reward flashed on the screen.

The primary reward item was a constitution.

[Asura King Physique: A formidable physique forged for warfare, capable of unleashing combat prowess far exceeding its innate limits.]

The secondary reward item was a bead.

[Sacred Wood Pearl: Integratable into the body, boasting potent regenerative properties, and augmenting Wood Release's strength.)

[Tsunade: The Asura King's physique sounds formidable! It ensures peak combat capability as long as one remains alive!]

[Fourth Raikage: The Asura King Physique is undeniably fearsome. I wager even a super Kage-level shinobi, endowed with it, could dispatch an ordinary Six Paths-level enemy with bare hands!]

[Uchiha Madara: Truly a daunting physique, yet it's unfit for ordinary folk. Pushing it may lead to certain death. Even if a super Kage-level possesses the Asura King body, they might meet their demise before vanquishing a Six Paths-level opponent!)

[Senju Hashirama: The Sacred Wood Pearl appears equally enticing.

[ Ōtsutsuki Indra: Damn it, Ashura, your reward is remarkable! ]

[ Ōtsutsuki Ashura: Hahaha, fortunate me, the Asura King Body suits my fancy. Ashura by name, Asura by choice, this system resonates with my essence!"

In an instant.

Ōtsutsuki Ashura embraced the Asura King body.

Pure Land.

Buzz!

The Asura King Physique melded into Ōtsutsuki Ashura's form, marking its place among his attributes.

"What a formidable physique!"

Ōtsutsuki Ashura mused.

If only he had possessed this physique back then, defeating his brother would have been child's play.

Soon, the reward for the eighteenth spot on the Six Paths list materialized.

"I hope it surpasses my brother Ashura's reward!"

Ōtsutsuki Indra expressed, eyes alight with anticipation.

Before long, two rewards emerged on the screen.

The primary item was a pair of Rinnegans, albeit standard ones.

The secondary item was a Rank Four Golden Pill.

[Rank Four Golden Pill: Drastically augments Senjutsu Chakra, refines physique, extends lifespan by 300 years, and aids in injury recovery.)

Rinnegan and Rank 4 Golden Pill were indeed valuable.

Yet, Ōtsutsuki Indra harbored some dissatisfaction, sensing his reward slightly paled compared to his brother Ashura's.

"Which to choose?"

Ōtsutsuki Indra contemplated for a moment.

Before long, a decision loomed before him: the choice of the Rinnegan.

The Rinnegan's might even the Rank Four Golden Pill.

Devoid of the Rinnegan himself, obtaining it would launch his strength to unimaginable heights.

"Extract the Rinnegan!"

Boom!

The Rinnegan was forcibly extracted by Ōtsutsuki Indra, fusing seamlessly with his own Sharingan.

The fusion completed swiftly, revealing the Rinnegan adorned with six Tomoe.

Though not as potent as his father's Nine Tomoe Rinnegan, it possessed formidable power.

Meanwhile, the nineteenth place reward on the Six Paths list was about to be revealed.

This prize belonged to Uzumaki Naruto, sparking the attention of many in Konoha.

At this juncture, two reward options flashed on the screen.

The first was a Question and Answer Card:

"[Question and Answer Card: A randomly generated question awaits. Answer correctly for a reward surpassing your rank, but failure yields no reward.]"

The second option was a fruit:

"[Radiant Sun Fruit: Consumption leads to a substantial increase in physical strength, energy surge, heightened Chakra reserves, and enhanced physical prowess when excited.]"

[Jiraiya: Excited?]

[Tsunade: Ahem, Jiraiya, what's on your mind?]

[Kakashi: The Radiant Sun Fruit is tempting, but Naruto isn't hitched yet. While Hinata is his destined spouse, it's premature. Energizing him now might prove troublesome!]

[Uzumaki Kushina: Marriage already on your mind?]

[Uzumaki Naruto: What are you all talking about? I'm lost here!]

[Haruno Sakura: Naruto can be so dense!]

[Uzumaki Naruto: I sense some criticism there. Should I opt for the Question and Answer Card?]

[Fourth Hokage: Son, choosing the Question and Answer Card involves risk.]

[Uzumaki Naruto: Well, I'll take my chances. My luck's gotta be good!]

Thus, Uzumaki Naruto relinquished the Radiant Sun Fruit, opting for the gamble of the Question and Answer Card.

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