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Chapter 22 - Chapter 19: Destroying the Bandits.

"It's tomorrow," I said as I woke up to the rays of the sun.

—Good morning, how did you sleep?

—Very good, as always.

"Well, it's time to get up," I said, giving them a kiss. "Go take a shower, and I'll make breakfast."

Time skip - 15 minutes...

"Come on, sit down and try it," I said as I placed a plate of pancakes in front of them.

Afterward, I sat down and started eating mine. They stared at the plate in surprise until Natsumi took the first bite. As soon as she did, her eyes lit up with excitement, and she began devouring the pancakes. Hanabi ended up doing the same after trying them for the first time.

Even if you no longer need to eat, savoring something delicious is always a pleasant experience.

Time skip - 30 minutes...

—Luciano, what are you planning to do today?

"I'm going to train my techniques and my bloodline to discover my limits. Then, I'll go complete the mission of eliminating the bandits. And you?"

"I have an S-rank mission, so I'll be gone for at least three days," Natsumi replied.

"Me too," Hanabi said.

—When are you leaving?

—In the afternoon, why?

—So you can take the dinner I prepared for you. I had a feeling you'd have missions today.

"Thank you!" they both responded in unison.

"Well, I'm off to train. See you in three days," I said, giving them a kiss before leaving.

Time skip - 30 minutes...

Today my goal is to get all my basic skills to level 3.

—System, show me all the skills, dōjutsus and jutsus at level 1.

[Showing the requested...]

Skills:

Shadow Step Level 1 (0/100): Allows you to move silently and briefly hide your chakra.

Power Strike Level 1 (0/100): Increases physical attack strength by 30% for 5 seconds. Can be infused into weapons.

Mental Resistance Level 1 (0/100): Increases resistance to mental attacks and intimidation by 15%.

Six Paths Sage Mode Level 1 (0/100): Multiplies all stats by x2.

Chakra Boost Level 1 (0/100): Divine Overload -> x100 all stats when activated.

Heavenly Void Expansion Level 1 (0/100)

Great Fire Annihilation Level 1 (0/100)

Dōjutsus:

Byakugan Level 1 (49/100)

Sharingan Level 1 (49/100)

Fighting styles:

Ancient Arts Level 1 (50/100): x10 Permanent Strength and Toughness.

Gentle Fist Level 1 (0/100): x10 Permanent Strength and Defense.

Gōken Level 1 (0/100): x10 strength and speed.

Next, I created two clones.

"Each of you will train a dōjutsu and a fighting style," I told them.

For my part, I would try to increase the Jūbi's chakra to level 5 in order to activate Six Paths Mode.

—Okay, create the clones you need and let's get started.

With that, my clones scattered across the training grounds. I then created 900 additional clones around me.

—Come on, attack with the intention of killing me!

I activated three chakra tails and exploded at speed toward my clones. I created two giant claws and began slashing and smashing around me. As I attacked with my claws, my tails took care of impaling any clones that tried to ambush me.

[You have eliminated 100 enemies.]

But the system message distracted me, and the clones took the opportunity to land a blow. What followed was a brutal beating, with my body being thrown from side to side without giving me time to recover.

[Physical resistance level.]

— You've leveled up.— You've leveled up.— You've leveled up.— You've leveled up.— You've leveled up....

[Physical resistance level Lv Max → 80% natural body defense. (Evolution available)]

When the message appeared, I immediately noticed the difference: the blows that had previously caused significant damage were now barely felt.

—Okay, system, evolve it!

[Evolving...]

[Supreme Physical Resistance Lv 1 → 80% Natural Body Defense.]

— Perfect... now, let's continue.

I said with a smile before launching myself into combat again, this time using Guy's fighting style.

I leaped toward a group of clones and executed Leaf Hurricane , vanishing several of them in one motion. I increased my speed and began mowing down the clone army one after another.

[200 enemies defeated]

[Jūbi Chakra Level 4 (0/400) → Multiplies all stats by 40.][Functional Immortality (Unlocked)][Gōken Lv 2 (100/200) → x20 strength and speed.]

"Let's continue!" I exclaimed with a smile of pure adrenaline, activating the fourth tail. My body turned completely red, covered in the energy of the Jūbi's chakra.

With monstrous speed, I placed myself in front of several clones and used Leaf Hurricane again , but this time the impact was so strong that it generated a true hurricane, sending dozens of clones flying before they could react.

[400 enemies defeated]

— This just keeps getting better...

I wasted no time and launched myself at the remaining 200 clones, mercilessly obliterating them with my enhanced speed and strength.

[200 enemies defeated][Jūbi Chakra Level 5 (100/500) → Multiplies all stats by 50.][Connection with Nature (Unlocked)][Gōken Lv 4 (200/400) → x40 strength and speed.]

— Now we are going to improve the jutsus.

I decided to start with Great Fire Annihilation . To level it up quickly, I created 1,200 additional clones.

— Guys, stay there and let the jutsu reach you.

The clones nodded. According to the information entered by the system, this jutsu required five hand seals to activate.

I moved in a blur of speed and performed the seals: Rat → Ox → Dragon → Tiger → Horse .

I took a deep breath and then exhaled a massive wave of fire that swept forward ferociously, devouring the clones in a matter of seconds.

[1,200 enemies defeated][Great Fire Annihilation Lv 5 (0/500) → Now only one seal is needed to execute the jutsu.]

— This just keeps getting better...

Interesting... it seems like the higher the level of jutsus I level up, the fewer seals I need to perform them. Also, I have a feeling that once I complete level 5 of this jutsu, I won't have to use seals at all.

Without wasting any time, I created another 1,200 clones.

— Let's try domain expansion.

I clasped my hands in the necessary seal—the same one Sukuna's—and suddenly, a rift in space appeared behind me. The fracture began to expand, cracking further and further until it revealed a towering shrine. From its open doors emanated an aura that seemed to absorb light, similar to the vacuum of space itself.

In an instant, within a 50-meter radius, everything began to disappear. A shockwave accompanied the destruction as hundreds of massive gashes tore through the ground. Trees and rocks shattered, and the earth itself was heaved into fragments by the immense pressure of the gashes.

A minute later, the training ground had completely disappeared. In its place was a colossal crater with gashes still visible on its walls.

— Phew... It really is powerful. It's best to use it only when necessary... or to put arrogant people in their place.

I whistled, impressed by the magnitude of my own Domain Expansion.

[Heavenly Void Expansion Level 5 (0/500): Maximum area 500 meters.]

— Yeah, not bad, I'd say.

Now it was time to check on my clones' progress. By making them disappear, I received information about their training.

[Sharingan Max Level (Do you wish to evolve it?)][Byakugan Level 4 (49/400)][Ancient Arts Level 4 (50/400) → x40 Permanent Strength and Resistance.][Gentle Fist Level 4 (50/400) → x40 Permanent Strength and Defense.]

— System, evolve the Sharingan.

[Evolving...]

[Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan Level 1 (0/100)]

— Amaterasu: Inextinguishable black flames. (Unlocked) — Kagutsuchi: Control and manipulation of Amaterasu. (Locked until level 5) — Tsukuyomi: Extremely realistic torture genjutsu. (Locked until level 2) — Kamui: Teleportation and access to a personal dimension. (Locked until level 9) — Kotoamatsukami: Absolute mind control without the victim realizing it. (Locked until maximum level) — Susanoo Phase 1:(Locked until level 3) — Susanoo Phase 2:(Locked until level 4) — Susanoo Phase 3:(Locked until level 6) — Perfect Susanoo:(Locked until max level) — "Kurami no Shisen" - "The Gaze of Darkness":(Locked to maximum level)

—It seems that unlocking the Mangekyō has empowered my body... —I said with joy as I felt my power increase.

Now it was time to complete the mission.

— System, show me the location of the bandits' base.

[Sure, host.]

Suddenly, in the distance, a blue light appeared like a marker.

— Well, it's time for a massacre, I said with a crazy smile before leaving.

Time skip — 45 minutes later...

After walking for a while, I finally found the bandits' camp.

Activating my Byakugan, I analyzed their layout. There were 50 bandits in total, but what caught my attention was that they possessed a chakra level equivalent to that of a jōnin. There were only two explanations: either they were rogue ninjas or spies for some faction.

— No matter what the case is... both will end today.

Keeping my Byakugan activated, I also activated Power Strike and Chakra Boost . It was time to start the carnage.

I disappeared with a speed none of the bandits could keep up with. When I appeared in front of one of them, he reacted too slowly. My fist connected directly with his face with brutal force, causing his head to explode instantly.

A faint sickness crept through my stomach. Even though I'd killed before, I still wasn't completely used to that feeling. But I couldn't stop now. Time waited for no one.

Without hesitation, I disappeared again.

I appeared in front of another enemy and delivered a devastating kick that completely deformed his body.

Without stopping, I continued with the same strategy: disappearing and reappearing relentlessly, killing each one in a matter of seconds.

Two minutes later, only one bandit remained. His fear was evident. In a desperate attempt, he threw a kunai at me, but before the weapon could reach me, I was already behind him. My hand easily pierced his chest. He died instantly.

[You have eliminated 50 jōnin.][175,000 HP obtained.]

[Mighty Strike Level 2 (0/200): Increases physical attack strength by 35% for 10 seconds. Can be infused into weapons.]

[Chakra Boost Lv2 (0/200): Divine Overload → x200 all stats when activated.]

— It seems that eliminating enemies gives me double the experience in skills compared to my clones... interesting.

Now, he had to first cut off the heads of the 49 who still had them intact to complete the mission. Then, he would return to the village.

Time skip — 1 hour later...

I was standing in front of Pain's office door, waiting for his permission to enter.

- Happens.

Speaking of the devil... I thought with a small inner chuckle.

I walked in and greeted him.

— Hello, sir. I'm here to inform you that I've completed the mission.

Pain watched me calmly.

—Is that so? Have you brought anything to prove it?

Without another word, I pulled out a scroll I'd bought before leaving the village. I opened it, and in an instant, 49 heads rolled onto the ground.

Pain nodded approvingly.

— Good. Here, this is your reward, and this headband officially recognizes you as a member of the Rain Village.

[Mission Completed: End the rebellion.]

Objective: Eliminate the bandits. Reward: Official recognition in Rain Village and +15 relationship with Nagato.

[Nagato 30/100]

- Thank you.

— Come back whenever you want to accept another mission.

— Thank you and goodbye.

I left the office and headed straight to my apartment. I needed a shower and some rest.

Once in my bed, I settled under the covers.

— I think I've gotten stronger...

— System, show my status.

[State]

Name: Luciano Race: Pure Ōtsutsuki / Bijū

Statistics:

Strength: SSS → SSSS

Speed: SSS → SSS+

Vitality: V- → Ω/∞

Resistance: Ω /∞

Defense: SSS+ → SSSS

Intelligence: SSS

Luck: SS

Chakra: Ω/∞

System Points: 925,000 SP

Skills:

Shadow Step Level 1 (0/100): Allows you to move silently and briefly hide your chakra.

Lie Detector Max Level: 70% effective, with the ability to read intentions in some cases.

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Supreme Physical Resistance (0/100): 80% natural defense.

Stealth Level 3 (0/300): Reduces noise and detection by 40%.

Dimensional Escape (cooldown...)

Power Strike Level 2 (0/200): Increases physical attack strength by 35% for 10 seconds. Can be infused into weapons.

Mental Resistance Level 1 (0/100): Increases resistance to mental attacks and intimidation by 15%.

Jūbi Chakra Level 5 (100/500): Multiplies all stats by 50.

Unlocked Effects: Infinite Chakra, Absolute Regeneration, Connection to Nature, Total Chakra Manipulation, Functional Immortality

Locked Effects: Divine Strength and Speed (Level 9) Gudōdama Control (Max Level) Entering Bijū Form (Max Level) Enhanced Rinne Sharingan (Max Level) Life Matter Creation (Max Level) Universal Destruction Energy (Max Level) Baryon Mode: Multiplies all stats by x50 (Max Level)

Six Paths Sage Mode Level 1 (0/100): Multiplies all stats by x2.

-Flight (Blocked until maximum level).

-Jutsu without seal (Blocked until maximum level).

-Truth-Seeking Orbs (Locked until max level).

-Improved power control (Locked until level 5).

Chakra Boost Level 2 (0/200): Divine Overload → x200 all stats when activated.

Jutsus:

Rasengan Control: 100% Shadow Clones: 100% Heavenly Void Expansion Level 5 (0/100): Maximum Area 500 meters -Void Slash (Unlocked) -End Arrow (Locked until Max Level) Great Fire Annihilation Level 5 (0/500): Only requires one seal.

Dōjutsu:

Byakugan Level 4 (149/400).

Sharingan Maximum Level.

Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan Level 1 (0/100).

Amaterasu (Unlocked) Kagutsuchi (Locked until Level 5) Tsukuyomi (Locked until Level 2) Kamui (Locked until Level 9) Kotoamatsukami (Locked until Max Level) Susanoo Stage 1 (Locked until Level 3) Susanoo Stage 2 (Locked until Level 4) Susanoo Stage 3 (Locked until Level 6) Perfect Susanoo (Locked until Max Level) "Kurami no Shisen" - "The Gaze of Darkness" (Locked until Max Level) Rinnegan (Locked) Rinne Sharingan (Locked)

Taijutsu:

Ancient Arts Level 4 (50/400): x40 Permanent Strength and Toughness.

Gentle Fist Level 4 (50/400): x40 Permanent Strength and Defense.

Gōken Level 4 (200/400): x40 Strength and Speed.

Relations:

Natsumi: Maximum Hanabi: Maximum Konan: 40/100 Nagato: 30/100.

Inventory: Hyūga Clan Technique ScrollByakugan EyeSummoning Scroll ???

Get ready, DxD...

Now no one in your world can stop me.

All those who betrayed me will repent.

The innocent will live... but anyone who stands in my way will pay the price.

I said with a big smile as I closed my eyes, letting myself fall asleep.

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