Yin–Yang Release… and Fire Release: Explosive Flame Formation?
Hearing the system's prompt, even Uchiha Ren, usually calm and unshaken, felt a rare ripple of emotion.
He hadn't expected that signing in at the Hidden Rain Village would yield Yin–Yang Release—andFire Release: Explosive Flame Formation.
The latter was easy to understand.
It had been the signature technique of the Rain Village's former leader, Hanzō of the Salamander. Back then, even Nagato's legs had been crippled by this very jutsu.
But Yin–Yang Release…
That was on a completely different level.
It was a Six Paths–tier secret art, linked to the Sage of Six Paths—an art said to create all things from nothing and even grant life.
In simple terms:
Yin Release governed spiritual energy, allowing the creation of form from nothingness.
Yang Release governed physical vitality, infusing form with life.
When combined, they became Yin–Yang Release—the foundation of creation itself.
Note: Yin–Yang Release, Yin–Yang attributes, and Yin–Yang power are three distinct concepts and must not be confused.
Obtaining a Six Paths secret art before even reaching Six Paths level…
Suppressing the surge of excitement in his chest, Ren leaned back slightly, savoring the comfortable pressure on his shoulders.
He calmly lifted his teacup and took a slow sip.
At the end of the day—
Learning Yin–Yang Release meant only one thing.
He was about to become even stronger.
Ding…
Congratulations, Host. You have unified the Land of Rain and successfully signed in at the Hidden Rain Village.
Special Reward Granted: One Bonus Sign-In Opportunity.
Would you like to use it now?
"…A bonus sign-in?"
Ding…
This is a system benefit provided exclusively to you.
"Oh. I see."
Ren nodded thoughtfully.
Normally, after completing a sign-in at a location, the system would require time before refreshing a new sign-in point.
But this bonus sign-in meant—
He could immediately sign in again, without waiting.
And that was huge.
At his current level, ordinary sign-ins barely moved the needle anymore.
Only system-refreshed sign-in locations were truly valuable to him.
So a free bonus?
Refusing it would be idiotic.
If there's free power on the table and you don't take it, Ren thought, you're the real fool.
"System," he said silently, "show me the status panel."
The translucent interface unfolded before his eyes.
After a quick scan, his gaze locked onto a single line:
[Bonus Sign-In Location: Undetermined — Random Teleport]
"…Interesting."
Ren's lips curved slightly.
The more mysterious the system acted, the more excited he became.
"A little stronger."
His voice was calm, almost lazy.
Behind him, Konan's hands stiffened for a brief moment.
"…Understood."
She frowned faintly, bit down on her lip, and increased the pressure.
What else could she do?
Ever since Konoha began reforming and integrating the Rain Village, her resistance had gradually eroded.
Especially now—
Seeing the Rain Village restored, alive again, brighter than it had ever been…
A small light had begun to take root in her heart.
"Oh—right," Ren said casually, as if remembering something.
"Jiraiya will arrive at the Rain Village this afternoon."
Uchiha Ren seemed to realize something and said something important.
"…Jiraiya-sensei."
Konan's hands paused for just a fraction of a second.
Then she resumed, pressing even harder.
That Afternoon
Inside a conference room atop the central tower—
Uchiha Ren, Tsunade, and Jiraiya sat together.
"The Land of Rain's daimyō has already been replaced in secret," Tsunade reported solemnly.
"From this point forward, the new daimyo will follow Konoha's lead completely."
"Good."
Ren nodded in satisfaction.
In truth, after unifying Konoha, the Fire Country's daimyō had already been stripped of power and placed under control.
After all—That man had been Hiruzen Sarutobi's closest political backer.
Leaving him alive would only invite future instability.
Even the Guardian Shinobi Twelve, who had attempted to resist, were wiped out by ANBU without mercy.
Including Asuma Sarutobi.
Clean. Absolute. No loose ends.
"The Rain Village will follow Konoha's development model," Ren continued calmly.
"Raise their overall strength as fast as possible."
"Understood," Tsunade replied firmly.
Then Ren turned his head.
"Konan. Sit down."
"…Yes, Hokage-sama."
She hesitated, glanced briefly at Jiraiya, then stepped forward and took a seat.
Jiraiya sighed quietly, eyes filled with exhaustion and regret.
He had come to the Rain Village for Konan.
As for Yahiko and Nagato…
All that remained was guilt.
"…Nagato is already dead," Ren said flatly.
"Once Akatsuki was destroyed, his remaining value disappeared."
He didn't need to finish.
Everyone understood.
"…Impossible…"
Konan's face drained of color.
"No wonder… no wonder I've felt so uneasy these past few days…"
Her voice trembled.
"…Nagato is really gone…"
Her vision went dark.
She collapsed onto the floor.
"Continue", Ren said calmly, not sparing her another glance.
"…Yes," Tsunade replied without hesitation.
Jiraiya hesitated—then finally nodded.
The world didn't stop for grief.
And neither did power.
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