Chapter 124: Chapter 82.1 : Demonic Power!
"My body."
Sasuke shifted his body, unmistakably sensing a power far beyond the previous one. There was an indescribably potent force coursing through him, akin to a dormant volcano.
"My strength has increased significantly!"
Such was Sasuke's initial realization.
Just then, Orochimaru entered.
"Orochimaru-sama!"
Sasuke bowed.
Orochimaru spoke with a smile, "Sasuke, congratulations on your successful transformation. You've assimilated the monster's cell fluid and merged the curse mark with the monster's power. You've successfully fused into a more potent force, a situation that is quite challenging to replicate."
"Thank you for Orochimaru-sama's guidance," Sasuke feigned gratitude.
"Don't waste words. Come, cooperate with me to test your strength," Orochimaru ordered.
"Yes!"
Sasuke followed Orochimaru to the training ground.
Soon, Sasuke underwent a training test.
His strength, speed, and reflexes had all skyrocketed.
In the past, Sasuke relied on Sharingan to combat formidable foes. Even though Sharingan could keep up with others' actions, his body might not. Now, with his increased speed, he naturally kept up with Sharingan's reactive abilities.
"Excellent. Your physical prowess has improved nearly tenfold, compensating entirely for the weakness of age. Even Uchiha Itachi's physical abilities may not compare to yours. No, they certainly don't!" Orochimaru exclaimed excitedly.
He added, "However, the most formidable aspect of your body is the unique power within – the amalgamation of the curse and the monster's power. I've never witnessed such power. I need you to demonstrate it for me."
"Understood!"
Sasuke immediately unleashed that formidable power within him, an aura tinged with malevolence yet undeniably potent.
Boom!
Empowered by this force, black lines manifested on Sasuke's body, resembling a demon from the abyss. Subsequently, a black light enveloped him, and horns emerged from his forehead.
Moreover, Sasuke wielded the power of Lightning Style. The black aura and Lightning Style combined, forming a black thunderbolt.
"Sasuke, attack me!" Orochimaru urged, his excitement evident.
Today's Sasuke posed a slight threat, not overwhelmingly significant but impressive nonetheless.
Without hesitation, Sasuke launched an attack.
Moving at a speed surpassing the 16th level, black lightning surrounded Sasuke's hands as he executed the Chidori technique.
Tear!
The air split, and the sound of space being cleaved resonated.
Orochimaru parried Sasuke's attack with the Kusanagi Sword. The impact caused the sword to tremble, but Chidori remained unscathed.
Puff, puff!
Items in the training ground were shredded, the black aura proving destructive, corroding the surroundings. Even others retreated, unable to withstand its malevolence.
This black aura possessed not only corrosive properties but also a formidable attacking force. Integrated into Chidori, it elevated the technique's power to unprecedented levels, offering both offensive and defensive prowess.
This power seemed almost omnipotent.
However, Sasuke soon collapsed, drained, his face pale and fatigued.
Approaching, Orochimaru employed medical ninjutsu to alleviate Sasuke's condition.
After a while, Sasuke recovered.
"Sasuke, your power is terrifying. It surpasses even a jutsu, akin to demonic power. I'd like to name it 'demon power.' What do you think?" Orochimaru inquired.
"Then, demon power it is," Sasuke agreed.
Orochimaru remarked, "The power of the demon is formidable, significantly enhancing your strength. The only drawback is its considerable physical toll. Thus, you must focus on improving your physical fitness in the future."
"Yes."
Sasuke nodded.
Subsequently, Orochimaru allowed Sasuke to rest before continuing his research.
Sasuke's recent transformation had piqued Orochimaru's interest in this demonic power, and he sought to replicate the phenomenon.
After Orochimaru and Kabuto left, Sasuke's gaze turned ice-cold.
"Orochimaru, do you believe my transformation is that simple?"
Sasuke didn't conceal anything about his demonic power, nor did he hide his physical or overall strength. Orochimaru's strength surpassed his own, and there was no point in hiding it.
However, he concealed the true extent of his Sharingan's power.
Orochimaru lacked the Sharingan, so he couldn't fully comprehend Sasuke's Sharingan abilities.
In reality, when he had just awakened, he sensed a change in his Three Tomoe Sharingan. Typically, a Three Tomoe Sharingan needed extreme stimulation to evolve into Mangekyō Sharingan, such as witnessing the death of a loved one.
However, the emergence of demonic power altered his body, causing the Three Tomoe Sharingan to change as well.
He had a hunch that by continuously stimulating his eyes with demonic power, these eyes would inevitably transform into Mangekyō Sharingan.
Furthermore, demonic power continuously tempered his body, enhancing his physical prowess.
Sasuke remarked, "Orichimaru, don't you desire my body? When I give birth to Mangekyō Sharingan, I will possess more potent techniques and a better understanding of demonic power. At that point, you won't be formidable anymore, and you won't be my equal!"
Sasuke whispered to himself.
Time passed swiftly, and half a year went by in the blink of an eye.
At this juncture, whether it was Sasuke, Naruto, or other ninjas from the same cohort, they all made rapid progress, reaching the level of Jōnin.
In this era, Jōnin emerged one after another.
With the continuous research into the Golden List rewards by major ninja villages, including medicinal pills, significant advancements were made. Orochimaru wasn't the sole researcher; others contributed to the increase in ninja strength.
At this moment, the new list was about to be announced.
Before the new list, the Taijutsu List and weapons naturally underwent a refresh.
After all, a year had passed since the last update of these lists.
Golden List live room.
Ninjas entered one after another because the live broadcast room had been unblocked, allowing all ninjas to participate in the discussion.
Soon, the Taijutsu List was refreshed.
Compared to the last time, there were only minor changes in the Taijutsu list this time, and the refresh was completed shortly.
Rewards were distributed successively from the first to the hundredth place.
The weapon list was refreshed once again. Similar to the previous update, only a few rankings in the weapon list had changed, while the majority remained the same.
Afterward, rewards were distributed one by one. These were not extraordinary treasures but rather ordinary ones. The ninjas on the list were naturally pleased since this was a reward for their efforts.
Once the two lists were refreshed, the anticipation for the new list grew. However, to everyone's surprise, there was no list at all.
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