Chapter 157.2 : Night Guy's Time!

Land of Iron.

Conference Hall.

The leaders of the other four hidden villages and the heads of the major ninja villages all wore bitter smiles as they gazed at Uchiha Ran, who sat calmly at the head of the table.

In this gathering, they felt like they were being played.

From the outset, the tone of the Five Kages discussion was set on the division of interests following the eventual unification of the ninja world.

No one disputed the idea of unification.

In the face of overwhelming strength, even the most resolute would bend.

Given this undeniable reality, the focus shifted to the division of spoils.

For the past seven days, ever since the realization dawned that the ninja world was heading towards unification, they had been scrambling to secure their advantages before the official meeting convened.

Their trump card? The Weapons List.

To them, it was their final opportunity.

The higher their ranking on the list, the greater the rewards, the heavier their influence, and the more they could claim during negotiations.

For instance, Iwagakure had laid claim to the World Gate of the Shokugeki no Soma World!

So when Uchiha Ran proposed whether they should start the meeting immediately or wait until the Weapons List was disclosed, they unanimously chose the latter option.

But now, it seemed like fate was granting them one last chance.

To add more weight to their positions.

It was a spectacle to see everyone scrambling to solidify their stance.

"Lord Fifth Hokage, this waiting is insufferable. Why not commence the meeting now?" Terumi Mei prodded Uchiha Ran, eager to kick off proceedings.

The longer Konoha held sway, the less advantageous it was for the other parties.

"As an individual, I have a distaste for prolonging the inevitable," Uchiha Ran remarked, setting down his teacup with a gentle clink.

A chorus of sardonic smiles echoed around the room.

Yet, no one dared to retort.

Their silence was a silent acknowledgment of the courtesy extended by Uchiha Ran.

Did they truly believe they could surpass the legacy of Hiruzen Sarutobi, the renowned "Professor"?

Such naïveté.

At this juncture,

The Weapon on Golden List shall henceforth be renamed, pending updated information.

Behold, the rewards unveiled:

[Weapon Rewards: Augmented hardness, heightened blood's iron absorption rate, accelerated repair pace, and the restoration of the owner's physical vigor. Two styles ninjutsu may be added as per the user's requisites.] 

[Owner Reward: Primary Resurrection Card]

La!

Not waiting for those listed to claim the rewards, a luminous beam descended, casting its glow upon the Kubikiribōchō before Haku.

Manifest before his very eyes, the Kubikiribōchō underwent a transformation—its edge keen, its chill palpable, exuding an aura steeped in menace.

"Accept the reward!" Hakuuttered, voice tinged with restraint.

And lo, the radiant beam coalesced into a card.

Behold, a Resurrection Card!

Though but of primary stature, its power extends to the flawless revival of those departed within a quinquennium (period of five years). None would disdain the presence of such a resurrection token.

"Nevermore shall I feel sad for your demise, for I can now grant you rebirth," Haku exclaimed, clutching the card with elation.

At this juncture, the live transmission was severed.

Yo!

The golden chime resounded.

An image of the succeeding contender materialized.

Clad in verdant garb, brows arched dramatically, a splendid grin adorned his countenance.

La!

A beam of light soared from the sky, alighting beside Might Guy.

There was a sword akin to a rod.

The holographic image dissolved into light, melding into the roster of weaponry.

The rankings materialized.

No. 29: Nuibari (the sword that pierces all and stitches it)

Owner: Might Guy

One of the Seven Swords of the Hidden Mist.

[Terumi Mei: Nuibari is my Kirigakure's ninja sword.

[Rasa: That's ridiculous, it doesn't belong to you, Terumi.]

[Terumi Mei: Well then, I'm equally delighted. Fourth Kazekage, you can't be resurrected, and that's less baggage for me!)

[Rasa: Oh, Temari, darling daughter, resurrect your father!]

[Temari: Dad, I think it's best to wait until my brother calms down.]

[Gaara: Thank you, sister.]

[Rasa: My rhymes are wasted, alas~]

[Haku: @Uchiha Ran, Ran-sama, I'd like to trade the resurrection card for your shot at reviving Mr.Zabuza]

[Zabuza Momochi: Haku, don't indulge in such meaningless gestures!]

[Haku: If I don't revive you today, even though I've found purpose alongside Lord Ran, your absence would leave me lonely.]

[Zabuza Momochi: Lonely? Hmph, that's all? It truly worries me that I haven't kept an eye on this child. Okay, I am willing.]

[Haku: Thank you Lord Zabuza.]

[Onoki: Ah, what a collection of swords that are in hidden mist village. But two swords have other villages ninja as owners.]

[Uchiha Obito: I can agree with that.]

[Terumi Mei: Get lost!]

[Uchiha Ran: You're becoming more acquainted with the world, @Haku, wise decision. I can assure you, the Zabuza Momochi wil be resurrected after I find a suitable body..

Your judgment is truly astute.

Resurrection is already within Uchiha Ran's capabilities.

But reviving different individuals carries different costs.

The restriction of the resurrection card lies solely in the time of death.

For Uchiha Ran, resurrection is a simple matter, yet reviving Hashirama would pose challenges.

However, if Hashirama were to perish now, utilizing the resurrection card would be highly effective.

Moreover, the resurrection card is bound to him, and he shall revive anyone within a specified period after his demise, which Uchiha Ran can exploit.

By trading the resurrection card with Uchiha Ran, Haku can achieve his objective and earn Uchiha Ran's favor simultaneously, a truly wise decision.

Uchiha Ran can indeed get Kubikiribōchō entirely to himself.

Initially, this sword was already his spoils (he persuaded Kakashi and the others not to intervene).

At this moment, the information is being updated following the rankings.

[Weapon Rewards: Enhanced piercing effect, additional poison, imbued with its own sealing effect

Owner Rewards Options:

1: Primary Resurrection Card X1

2: Eight Inner Gates Dead Gate Seal (Opens the Dead Gate for a maximum of three minutes, damage can be nullified)]

Uchiha Ran:!

Let's go, Might Guy, it's Night Guy's time!

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