bioinnovel Chapter 532 Mastering the Eight Gates of Escape
Chapter 532 Mastering the Eight Gates of Escape
The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, the mountain mist had not yet dissipated.
On the wooden table in the hall, a simple yet exquisite breakfast was already laid out: warm rice porridge and several plates of refreshing side dishes were neatly arranged.
Uchiha Mitsunori spoke gently to Miroku beside him, his gaze occasionally sweeping over Nohara Rin, who stood quietly not far away.
She remained as docile as yesterday, her hands folded in front of her, her eyes lowered, standing quietly in the corner.
Miroku was dressed in an elegant white shrine maiden's outfit, with a hint of sweet love in her eyes.
She picked up a spoon, gently ladled a bowl of rice porridge for him, and handed it to him: "Sanfeng, try this. It's made with spirit rice from the mountains. It can dispel fatigue and is good for your health. The war in the Fire Kingdom is not over yet. Once you leave, I don't know how long I will have to wait before I can see you again."
Uchiha Mitsunori took the rice porridge and felt the warmth emanating from the bowl, which warmed his heart slightly.
He gently scooped a spoonful of rice porridge and put it in his mouth. The warm porridge slid down his throat, dispelling the chill in his body and calming the anxiety in his heart.
"Thank you for your hard work, Miroku. Once I've dealt with the border matters and quelled the conflicts in the ninja world, I'll definitely come back to spend time with you and never leave again. As for Rin, I'll leave her in your care for now. She's forgotten everything from the past, so please keep a close eye on her and make sure she doesn't suffer any injustice or leave the castle easily. There's war raging outside, and I'm afraid she might encounter danger."
Following the gaze of the three peaks, Miroku looked at Lin. Seeing her innocent and dependent appearance, the slight bitterness in his heart gradually dissipated.
"Sanfeng, don't worry, I'll take good care of her. I'll treat her like family and won't let her suffer any injustice. You also have to promise me that you'll take good care of yourself, and no matter how difficult the war gets, remember that I'm here waiting for you."
Uchiha Mitsunori nodded heavily, finished the rice porridge in his bowl, then stood up and kissed Miroku's lips: "Miroku, I promise you, I will definitely come back safely."
Seeing the two of them being so intimate, Nohara Rin was slightly taken aback. Her long eyelashes trembled a few times before she slowly lowered her head, seemingly understanding but not quite.
Seeing Nohara Rin's appearance, Uchiha Mitsunori smiled slightly: "Rin, stay here and keep Miroku company. Be a good girl and wait for me to come back for you."
Nohara Rin slowly raised her head, her clear yet bewildered eyes like a lake veiled in a thin mist.
She pursed her lips slightly, as if carefully choosing her words, and after a moment spoke softly, "I understand, Lord Mitsufumi. I will be good, take good care of myself, and not cause any trouble. I'll wait for you to come back for me!"
As she spoke, her eyes reddened slightly, and the reluctance spread through her tone, both innocent and genuine, softening the hearts of those who saw it.
Uchiha Mitsunori gave her a deep look, his gaze sweeping over her pretty yet innocent face, a complex and unreadable smile passing through his eyes.
He secretly thought to himself: In a few years, when Nohara Rin has shed her childishness and grown into a graceful young woman, he will take her in.
After they had a child, they specially took Rin and the child to see Uchiha Obito.
He could almost picture Obito's despair and rage, yet utter helplessness, upon learning that Rin, whom he had always thought was dead, had not only survived but had also become someone else's wife and had children. Just thinking about it made him quite amused.
Seeing that the matter had been resolved, Uchiha Sanfeng's worries were finally put to rest.
Without further delay, he turned and strode out of the hall.
Miroku quickly followed in his footsteps, the hem of her white shrine maiden dress cascading down gently, making her figure appear even more slender and graceful.
Her gaze followed his departing figure, her eyes filled with unyielding longing and concern.
Uchiha Mitsunaga had only walked a short distance out of the hall when he suddenly stopped, as if he could feel the burning, reluctant gaze behind him.
His Adam's apple bobbed slightly as he suppressed the surging emotions within him: "Milek, I will return once I have quelled the border conflict!"
After shouting those words, he turned back for one last look in the direction of the castle. Mile and Lin stood obediently, their eyes filled with pure dependence.
He was a passionate man, destined to have many women around him, so he hardened his heart and withdrew his gaze, all the reluctance in his eyes fading away. He controlled Susanoo, steadily flying into the sky, speeding towards the border base.
The mountains and dense forests below rushed past, and at this speed, it would take about an hour to return to the border base.
The long flight was tedious and monotonous, with only the whistling wind and the soft flapping of wings in my ears.
The melancholy of parting in Uchiha Mitsunori's heart was gradually diluted by the boredom of the journey.
"Since the journey is boring, why not check the system shop to see if there's anything usable?"
His gaze slowly swept across the shop interface. The border war was becoming increasingly difficult. If he could find a suitable ninjutsu, it would undoubtedly allow him to take his strength to the next level and control the situation more steadily.
Soon, his attention was drawn to the Flying Thunder God Technique.
The light screen clearly marked the ninjutsu level and description. This is a top-level space-time ninjutsu that can achieve instantaneous movement and cross space. It has an unbeatable advantage whether it is a surprise attack, retreat, or travel.
Upon seeing this, Uchiha Mitsunori's eyes lit up instantly, and a thought stirred within him: "If I could buy the Flying Thunder God Technique, I wouldn't have to spend so much time flying to see Miroku in the Land of Demons next time. Even if the border war is urgent, I could still find time to go back and see her."
But when his gaze fell on the points required for the ninjutsu, the light in his eyes dimmed slightly.
The Flying Thunder God Technique was priced at 10,000 points, far exceeding the points he had accumulated.
"As expected, S-rank ninjutsu won't come cheap."
Uchiha Mitsunori gently shook his head, shifting his gaze away from the Flying Thunder God Technique, no longer dwelling on it.
His gaze continued to wander across the store interface, glancing over the high prices of S-rank ninjutsu before quickly shifting to A-rank ninjutsu.
The A-rank Eight Gates technique was well-known to the Uchiha Mitsunori.
This is a ninjutsu technique that can forcibly break through the limits of the human body and briefly unleash a burst of power far exceeding one's own strength. Each time a gate is opened, one's strength will experience a qualitative leap. Although it will put a certain burden on the body, if used properly, it is enough to turn the tide of battle at critical moments.
To his even greater surprise, the price of an A-rank ninjutsu was only two thousand points, much cheaper than he had expected.
Uchiha Mitsunori's gaze lingered on the introduction of the Eight Gates, lost in thought for a moment.
His current strength is already considerable, but in terms of physical skills, he still has a significant weakness.
If one masters the Eight Gates Formation, one will gain a greater advantage in close combat. Even if one occasionally encounters a desperate situation, one can forcefully break through using the Eight Gates Formation to fight for a chance of survival.
After a moment's thought, he made up his mind and gently tapped the "Eight Gates Formation" purchase button.
A massive flow of information instantly flooded his mind.
The information stream details how to open the Eight Gates, the explosive power of each gate, the techniques for using them, and tips for avoiding physical strain. From the opening gate to the death gate, it's as if he has been diligently practicing this ninjutsu for many years.
Uchiha Mitsunori quickly processed the information flowing through his mind, and his chakra subconsciously circulated accordingly.
"The First Gate of the Eight Gates - Open!"
The moment he finished speaking, the first gate in his body opened, much simpler than he had imagined.
"The Second Gate of the Eight Gates - Open!"
As the "Gate of Rest" opened, a gentle power swept through the entire body. The lingering fatigue was instantly washed away, and the body became light and strong, with every limb and bone filled with a continuous flow of vitality.
He could clearly feel that his physical functions were rapidly improving; his speed, strength, and reaction time were all increasing at a visible rate.
As Uchiha Mitsunori sensed the changes in his body, his gaze grew increasingly resolute, and he continued to shout in a low voice.
"The Eight Gates Formation: Third Gate - Open... Fourth Gate - Injury Gate - Open... Fifth Gate - Block Gate - Open... Sixth Gate - View Gate - Open... Seventh Gate - Shock Gate - Open...!"
One door after another, as the low shouts continued to ring out, the power within his body surged like a snowball, and the aura around him rose layer by layer, becoming increasingly violent and fierce.
The moment the seventh gate, the "Gate of Shock," was fully opened, a world-destroying power erupted from his body, and thick blue steam rose and churned around him like boiling water, enveloping his figure.
He slowly moved his hands and feet, feeling no discomfort whatsoever. The terrifying power surging within him seemed ready to break free of his body's constraints and pour out at any moment.
Then, he casually struck out with his palm, and the palm wind howled out, instantly forming an invisible air cannon that rushed downwards, tearing apart the air along its path. Finally, the air cannon crashed into a distant mountain peak with a deafening roar.
Looking down from the Uchiha Sanfeng, one could see a giant handprint left on the mountaintop.
"The Eight Gates is a top-tier ninjutsu that unleashes the body's potential. Ordinary ninjas are already nearing their physical limits when they open the seventh gate, but I possess the Asura Sage Body, which makes my body's strength, resilience, and chakra capacity exceptionally terrifying. Even when I open the seventh gate, the Gate of Shock, I can easily withstand its load. Therefore, after opening the seventh gate, he can unleash tremendous power with a casual strike."
He closed the Eight Gates and felt a sharp pain instantly, but it was quickly healed by his body. It seems that as long as it's not kept open for an extended period, it doesn't have a significant impact on his health.
Through this experience, he understood the amplification and side effects that this ninjutsu could bring him. With it, combined with his Asura Sage Body, Sage Mode, and Susanoo, he had an absolute greater confidence in even fighting against Uchiha Madara.