Disclaimer: I do not own any rights to the series that I use in this story.
Rate: M
Genre: Adventure, Supernatural, Fantasy.
Warning: Cringe, lots of typos, messy storyline, fast story pace, etc.
After a journey that spanned several hours, the train carrying Naruto, Yasaka, and her Youkai troupe finally rolled into Kyoto station. The familiar sights of the city greeted them, a comforting reminder of the world they were returning to. As the train's doors slid open, Naruto's gaze lingered on the platform, a mix of emotions swirling within him.
The time had come for Naruto to part ways with Lady Yasaka and her loyal companions. While he would return to Kyoto Jujutsu High, resuming his role as a Jujutsu sorcerer, Yasaka and her Youkai troupe had their own path to follow. They were bound for the grandeur of the Youkai palace, their journey continuing as they navigated the intricate world of supernatural politics and alliances.
"Thanks for everything Naruto. Your presence by my side really helped me and the Youkai Faction in that meeting" said Yasaka, before they parted ways.
"You're welcome, Lady Yasaka. It's an honor for me to be able to help you and the Youkai Faction as a whole" Naruto bowed respectfully.
"Okay, see you, Naruto. Take care" Yasaka smiled and entered the car waiting in front of the station.
Amidst a backdrop of bustling activity and the hum of city life, Naruto exchanged farewells with Yasaka and her companions. The parting held a sense of bittersweet finality, a reminder of the transient nature of connections forged in the face of extraordinary circumstances. But he knew that their paths, though divergent, would forever remain intertwined, and the bonds they had formed would remain unbreakable.
As Yasaka's Youkai troupe made their way toward their own destiny, and Naruto turned his steps toward the exit of station, the echoes of their shared experiences reverberated in his heart. The journey may have taken them to the corners of the supernatural world, but it was in the return to the familiar that Naruto found a renewed sense of purpose, ready to face whatever challenges and mysteries the future held.
Naruto had just approached a vending machine, the soft hum of the city's nightlife providing a serene backdrop to the station's surroundings.
"How's your trip, Naruto?" As he reached for a cold drink, a voice right behind him sent a jolt of surprise through his veins. It was a voice he could never mistake—a voice that carried with it an aura of immense power and confidence. Turning slowly, he found himself face to face with none other than Gojo Satoru, his mentor, the sorcerer renowned as the strongest in the Jujutsu society..
Satoru sat casually on a nearby station bench, an enigmatic smile playing on his lips as he observed Naruto's reaction. What stunned Naruto even more than Satoru's unexpected presence was the fact that his finely honed sensory abilities, which had reached the pinnacle of their potential, had utterly failed to detect Satoru's arrival. It was as if the man had materialized out of thin air, moving in a realm of existence beyond even Naruto's extraordinary perception.
As he stood before Gojo Satoru, Naruto couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and reverence. The man's meritorious deeds and unparalleled strength were the stuff of legends, and here he was, sharing a momentary encounter with the pinnacle of Jujutsu sorcery. It was a reminder that, even in the world of the supernatural, there were individuals whose power transcended comprehension, and Satoru was a living testament to that truth.
"Gojo-sensei! Umm, well, as you can see. I came back safely. I faced many things while in Underworld. Besides, I want to tell you many things" said Naruto. Satoru just smiled behind his sun glasses. "Okay, that also explains why I see something 'new' in you. Let's talk somewhere more...relaxed"
With a sense of eagerness and respect, Naruto couldn't help but want to share his experiences and the incredible challenges he had faced during his time in the Underworld with Gojo Satoru. It was a rare opportunity to speak with someone of such immense knowledge and strength, and he believed that Satoru would appreciate the significance of his journey.
Naruto approached Satoru and, with a humble smile, began to speak about the encounters, friendships, and trials he had encountered in the mystical realm of the Underworld. Satoru, always one to appreciate the pursuit of knowledge and the complexities of the supernatural world, listened intently.
After their brief exchange, Satoru suggested they continue their conversation over a bowl of ramen at a nearby shop. The aroma of steaming noodles and savory broth filled the air as they entered the cozy establishment, finding a quiet corner to settle into. It was in this warm and unassuming setting that Naruto and Satoru shared stories and insights, their words flowing like the broth in their bowls. It was a meeting of minds, a chance to exchange knowledge and experiences that transcended the boundaries of their respective worlds—a conversation between two extraordinary individuals bound by the shared pursuit of understanding the mysteries of the supernatural.
"I never expected to meet Kuroka there, Sensei. I really missed her" Naruto smiled sadly as he looked at his bowl, remembering his reunion with the Nekomata youkai. "Then have you confessed your feelings to her?" Satoru teased him.
"No, I don't have time. And it's not the right time for that," replied Naruto. "Huh? Why?" The wielder of Six Eyes became curious.
"She is a member of a supernatural terrorist organization called the Khaos Brigade. Their members consist of powerful people from various supernatural factions around the world. The organization is led by The Ouroboros Dragon, Ophis. Their goals is still unclear, but I think it's definitely something bad" Naruto's words wiped out the smile on Satoru's face. "What exactly happened?"
As Naruto and Satoru continued their conversation over bowls of steaming ramen, Naruto delved into the remarkable tale of his time in the Underworld. He spoke of the vanguard team he had been a part of, a diverse group consisting of young devils, an angel, and a Valkyrie, all brought together by a common purpose—to stand against the chaos sown by Loki and his legendary monsters.
With each word, Naruto painted a vivid picture of their battles, their camaraderie, and their unwavering determination to protect both the supernatural and human worlds from the looming threat. He recounted the challenges they had faced, the trials that had tested their resolve, and the moments of triumph that had forged unbreakable bonds among them.
Satoru, ever the astute listener, absorbed Naruto's account with keen interest. It was a story of courage and unity, of beings from different realms coming together to face a common adversary. As Naruto spoke, he couldn't help but sense a profound connection between their worlds—a shared struggle against the forces that sought to disrupt the balance of the supernatural and human realms.
Their conversation continued late into the night, a meeting of minds and experiences that transcended the boundaries of their respective worlds. Naruto's tale was a testament to the resilience of those who stood on the front lines of supernatural battles, and Satoru, the strongest Jujutsu sorcerer, listened with a deep respect for the challenges and triumphs of the vanguard team that had faced legendary monsters and emerged victorious.
"When I was bitten by that wolf and was dying, I actually awakened something. Something that created new feelings in me" Naruto played with a chopstick in his fingers. "What is it?" Satoru was increasingly lost in curiosity, surely it had something to do with Six Eyes seeing something 'new' in him.
STAB
Unexpectedly, Naruto stabbed his left palm with the chopsticks without the slightest hesitation. Fresh blood flowed and it made Satoru go into shock. But a few seconds later, he was even more shocked to see the wound on Naruto's palm healed by itself. "Reverse Cursed Technique?"
"Exactly. When I was dying, I was in a very dark place, there was no light or anything. But suddenly a woman's voice woke me up. And when I woke up, I was in the middle of nowhere with a sword and a wheel countless mechanics. The woman's voice said to accept this cursed energy and multiply it as much as possible until it becomes positive energy" over and over again, Satoru was shocked to hear Naruto's explanation about how he could awaken his Reverse Cursed Technique.
'That's exactly like me when I fought Fushiguro Toji. But, about the woman's voice he spoke of just now, was it possible that it was Senior Kushina's? There's no mistaking it, it's definitely her. She was supposed to be reincarnated as a vengeful spirit because she died in a car accident, but she fused her soul and spirit into Naruto's body. But as I recall, Senior Kushina couldn't use the Reverse Cursed Technique. Is this a rare case?' Satoru argued with his own thoughts.
"Sensei, do you…know something about that?" Naruto's question made Satoru lost in thought. The heir to the Gojo clan already knew that one day Naruto would definitely ask about himself, his origins, who his parents were, and so on. 'Is it time for me to tell who Naruto really is? No, not yet.'
"Umm...well. Maybe it's related to someone precious to you? I ask you again, don't you remember anything when the orphanage was attacked by child kidnappers back then?" Satoru chose to answer safely.
"At that time, I hid under the bed, heard the screams of my friends who were being hurt by the kidnappers. And a few moments after that, everything suddenly went black and...I don't remember anything else" Naruto recalled the moment he was found by Satoru and Utahime at the Uzumaki orphanage. 'He really doesn't remember anything when he slaughtered all the kidnappers with Kanshou and Bakuya. Was his consciousness taken over?' Satoru thought.
"Not only that, Sensei. I also...faced something unexpected." The more Naruto said about his experience in the Underworld, the more curious Satoru became. "What is it?" he fixed his sun glasses.
"A curse user suddenly showed itself and had time to fight against us. And according from the amount and pressure of the cursed energy, I can confirm that the curse user was at special grade" for this one, Satoru couldn't relax anymore. It was natural for curse users to exist in the human world, but being in the Underworld? That is something suspicious and needs to be investigated. "Tell me, everything" he demands an explanation.
As the ramen bowls grew emptier, Naruto's narrative shifted to a new chapter—one that unfolded after the vanguard team's triumphant victory against Loki. With a solemn tone, he recounted the emergence of a mysterious sorcerer, an enigmatic figure whose arrival had left both him and his teammates stunned.
Naruto detailed the encounter with a sense of awe and intrigue. The sorcerer's mastery over ice manipulation had overwhelmed them at first, a display of power that had tested their skills to the limit. Yet, as Naruto continued, he described how the vanguard team had managed to rally and overcome the sorcerer's relentless onslaught, adapting their strategies to the shifting tides of battle.
But what left them baffled was the sorcerer's retreat. Despite their hard-won advantage, the sorcerer had chosen to flee rather than press on to a decisive confrontation. Naruto's voice carried a mix of puzzlement and curiosity as he explained that their adversary's goal hadn't been to kill them, but rather to 'greet' them, leaving behind a cryptic mention of an 'invitation' that held the fate of both the supernatural and human worlds in the balance.
Satoru's attention never wavered as he absorbed Naruto's words. The tale of the vanguard team's encounter with the mysterious sorcerer was both riveting and perplexing, a reminder that even in victory, the threads of the supernatural world's complexities continued to weave a web of uncertainty. As they concluded their meal and their conversation, Naruto couldn't shake the feeling that the encounter with the sorcerer was just the beginning—a prologue to a challenge that would redefine their understanding of the forces at play in their world.
"That's what it said. And that must be a bad thing. Sensei, do you think the Jujutsu society should join the alliance?" Naturally, Naruto was worried, because what they were facing would involve many supernatural beings and factions, including the Jujutsu society. And of course it will all affect mankind.
"No, I can't say until I know everything clearly. I'm sure there must be something else behind all of that. Involving all the factions and supernatural beings? That could lead to war breaking out. You should also know that recently there have been some special grade cursed spirits unregistered ones appear in turns in Tokyo. I once encountered one of them while training my new student. You already know about Itadori Yuji, right?" Satoru said, finishing his ramen.
"Yes, I've heard about it from Utahime-sensei" Naruto replied. "I can assume that what happened in Tokyo and the Underworld regarding the emergence of cursed users and cursed spirits are related to each other. Naruto, this is a mission from me to you" the strongest sorcerer got serious.
"I'm listening" Naruto was just as serious.
"With your current status as Lady Yasaka's bodyguard, she will definitely be out of Kyoto frequently on diplomatic matters. And when you go to the Underworld to escort her again, those terrorist organizations and curse users will definitely show themselves and wreak havoc again. want you to investigate about what happened there. Meanwhile I will investigate about what happened in Tokyo. That way we can combine the results of our investigations and come up with a clue that might lead us to a solution" when Satoru got really serious, he will say whatever is right and of course has a reason.
"Umm, excuse me, Sensei. How do you infer that they will attack again?" Naruto was a bit doubtful at Satoru's conclusion. "I dunno, maybe my perception is too accurate" and he went back to his goofy mode.
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The Lost Soul Aside
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In the heart of a dark and lonely forest, where the ancient trees loomed like silent sentinels, there stood an abandoned Shinto shrine. The night held the forest in a shroud of eerie stillness, and the only source of illumination was the faint, flickering light of candles that lined the shrine's weathered stone path. Their feeble flames cast elongated shadows that danced ominously upon the moss-covered ground.
Within the shrine's sacred precincts, two mysterious figures sat in contemplative silence. Their forms were barely discernible in the dim light, cloaked in shadows as they gazed up at the moon that hung brilliantly in the night sky. Its silvery glow bathed the scene in an otherworldly luminescence, casting an ethereal quality over the ancient shrine.
The figures, enigmatic and inscrutable, remained still as statues, their eyes locked on the celestial orb above. The beauty of the moon was undeniable, yet there was an undeniable tension in the air—a sense that this place, far removed from the world of men, held secrets and stories that had long been forgotten.
In the midst of the lonely forest, where time seemed to stand still and the line between the natural and supernatural blurred, the shrine and its two silent observers bore witness to a beauty both haunting and captivating—a tableau frozen in time, awaiting the unfolding of a story known only to those who dared to venture into its dark embrace.
"So how was it? Have you conveyed my invitation yet?" asked Suguru, without looking at Uraume behind him. "Yeah, they heard it clearly. And according to what your informant said, there is a Jujutsu sorcerer there" Uraume replied, referring to Naruto.
"Exactly. The Jujutsu society has forged an alliance with the Youkai Faction for thousands of years since the time of Sugawara no Michizane. They have committed themselves to helping them. However, I doubt if the Jujutsu society will join in the alliance made by the 3 Biblical Factions. Considering them led by stodgy and arrogant higher-ups" Suguru grinned, while playing a ball in his hand which was a cursed spirit that he had tamed.
"Then what are you going to do next?" Uraume asked. It doesn't care about what Suguru is planning, it just wants the resurrection of its master, The King of Curses.
"Maybe introduce myself to them? As well as make some 'new friends', since the game I'm preparing for is large scale and requires a lot of people to prepare for it. I'll think about that later, since I need to focus on taking something that's at Jujutsu High"
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"Alright, bye, Naruto. Take care" Satoru waved, Naruto replied by bowing respectfully. "See you, Sensei"
The ramen shop had been a haven of warmth and camaraderie as Naruto and Gojo Satoru shared stories and insights. As their conversation reached its conclusion, Naruto felt a deep sense of gratitude for the unexpected encounter with the legendary Jujutsu sorcerer.
With a parting nod and a handwave, Naruto bid farewell to Satoru, knowing that the man's stopover in Kyoto had been solely to check on him. It was a gesture of support and mentorship that touched Naruto deeply. Satoru's next destination, Naruto learned, was far beyond their familiar Japanese borders.
Satoru revealed that he had to visit one of his students besides Naruto, Okkotsu Yuta, currently training and undertaking a mission in the distant continent of Africa. His duty as a mentor called him to ensure the young sorcerer's progress and safety. Naruto understood the importance of such responsibilities, and he respected Satoru's unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of Jujutsu sorcerers.
As they parted ways on that Kyoto street, Naruto and Satoru exchanged parting words and well-wishes. Naruto watched as Satoru walked away, disappearing into the bustling cityscape, enigmatic and powerful as ever. It was a brief but meaningful encounter, a reminder of the interconnectedness of the supernatural world, and a testament to the enduring bonds forged in the pursuit of protecting both the supernatural and human realms.
"Hmm, it's quite a long way from the station to school. I also forgot to tell the assistant manager that I'll be going home today. Hmm, ah. That's right, Utahime-sensei's flat. She gave me the key since she started living at the academy"
With the midnight hour casting long shadows across Kyoto, Naruto realized that getting back to the Jujutsu High was going to be quite the challenge. It was far from the station, and he had forgotten to notify the school staff about his departure for the day, which meant there was no arranged transportation waiting for him. The city's nocturnal stillness was a stark contrast to the vibrant life of daytime.
In this dilemma, Naruto thought about his instructor, Utahime. She had a flat not far from the station, and it had remained unused since she took up residence at the school. Utahime, understanding his predicament, handed him the key. It was a gracious offer that Naruto couldn't refuse.
As Naruto made his way through the deserted harbor area, the eerie stillness of midnight enveloped him. The moonlight danced upon the still waters, casting ghostly reflections on the ground. But within this silence, his finely tuned senses detected something amiss—an approaching presence that carried an intense and foreboding energy pressure.
SWOOSH
BOOM
With instincts honed by countless battles, Naruto's vigilance kicked into high gear. Without hesitation, he moved with swift agility, instinctively dodging to the side. It was a move executed with split-second precision, a dance of evasion that spared him from an impending threat.
The moment he evaded, the night air seemed to crackle with tension. Whatever had been hurtling toward him had missed its mark, leaving a palpable aura of danger lingering in the air. Naruto stood ready, his senses on high alert, scanning the darkness for any sign of the unseen assailant. In this deserted midnight harbor, a confrontation was imminent, and he was prepared to face whatever supernatural force had crossed his path.
"Who the hell are you?" Naruto glared at the mysterious figure who had just made a surprise attack on him. Luckily he has a very sensitive sensor so he can detect anything.
As the dust and echoes of the surprise attack settled, the mysterious figure that emerged from the shadows came into view. He was a man of roughly the same age as Naruto, his attire shrouded in dark garments that seemed to meld seamlessly with the night. Strands of dark silver hair framed his face, and piercing light blue eyes held a calculated intensity. Yet, what stood out most were the magnificent pair of bright blue wings unfurled proudly from his back, their azure hue contrasting starkly against the obsidian of his attire.
Naruto watched in a mix of intrigue and caution as the enigmatic newcomer held a stance of poised readiness. The atmosphere seemed charged with a palpable tension, and the unspoken question hung heavily in the air—why had this stranger attacked him? His senses, which had detected the assailant's intense energy pressure moments before, now fixated on the figure before him, alert to every nuance and movement.
It was a stand-off in the heart of the midnight harbor, beneath the moon's watchful gaze. Two individuals, their backgrounds and intentions veiled in uncertainty, confronted each other in the stillness of the night. Naruto couldn't help but wonder about the identity of this winged enigma and what role he might play in the complex tapestry of the supernatural world.
"Huh, just like Kuroka said. You're not bad at all" Naruto gasped when the white-haired man said the name of the Nekomata Youkai. "My name is Vali, The White Dragon Emperor. You should have heard about me from Kuroka, right?" Vali grinned.
"Yeah. So, what were you doing in Kyoto? Why did you suddenly attack me for no reason?" Naruto demands explanation.
"Nothing special, I'm just curious about Kuroka's old friend, who was able to defeat Loki and Fenrir. My nerves always boil when I see and hear about someone that strong" Vali replied, still with grin. "I see, so you're a fighting maniac" Naruto smirked.
Naruto's senses were sharp, his instincts honed by countless battles, as he prepared to face the enigmatic Vali Lucifer. The tension in the air was palpable, and he knew that this encounter held profound implications. As he squared off against his opponent, Naruto couldn't help but wonder about the mysteries shrouding Vali and his connection to the supernatural world.
Vali, the human-devil descendant of the legendary devil, Lucifer, stood with an air of unyielding determination. His very existence was intertwined with the arcane, having inherited a Longinus-level Sacred Gear known as Divine Dividing. This powerful artifact was not only capable of incredible feats but also harbored the soul of one of the Two Heavenly Dragons, Albion the White Dragon Emperor.
Naruto's own power and training had brought him to this moment, and his resolve was unwavering. He knew that the clash between their abilities would be nothing short of spectacular. With a focused gaze, he prepared to confront Vali, aware that this battle had the potential to shape the course of their destinies.
The harbor, once bathed in the silvery glow of the moon, was now a stage for the extraordinary. As the two beings faced off under the watchful heavens, the supernatural world held its breath, anticipating the outcome of a clash that transcended the boundaries of the ordinary.
"You can call it that way. Now, shall we begin?"
SHINE
In an instant, Vali was clad in the White Dragon Emperor's signature white armor, Albion. Naruto squinted because he was familiar with the shape of the armor, it reminded him of someone. 'That looks exactly like Issei's. So, he is The White Dragon Emperor, then Issei is The Red Dragon Emperor. Are they some kind of partners or rivals?' he thought.
"You don't want to start? Alright, let me do it." Vali started the battle by shooting magic bullets.
SWOOSH
BOOM
The blonde sorcerer reacted by dodging as he dashed around the pile of containers then fired blades out of nothing.
CLASH
CLASH
But the blades were easily parried by Vali using his arm armor. It didn't stop there, Naruto did a surprise attack by dropping a spear right from above where Vali was standing.
SWOOSH
STAB
SRET
"Not bad!" The Lucifer bloodline dodged it easily. But the smirk on Vali's face was gone after feeling the back of his armor being hit by something and it made his body be dragged forward. "Since when?!"
Right after Naruto summoned the spear, he summoned a pair of boomerangs then threw them before Vali dodged the spears. The boomerang shot and spun and then hit Vali's armor on the back. Coupled with the steel threads on the boomerang, Naruto was able to pull Vali by force. "That's what's called a tactic" Naruto grinned.
"Special Grade Cursed Tool:…"
RUMBLE
"Playful Cloud!"
BOOM
With swift and practiced movements, he wielded his three-section staff known as Playful Cloud. Its metal segments, imbued with Naruto's own cursed energy, were as versatile as they were deadly.
The strike was aimed at Vali's head, where his white dragon armor offered a formidable defense. The weapon's impact reverberated through the night air, a resounding testament to Naruto's skill and power.
The relentless assault caused Vali's armor to fracture and splinter, shards of his once-impregnable defense scattering into the night. Yet, to Naruto's astonishment, Vali's response was far from what he had expected. Behind the shattered remnants of his armor head, Vali revealed a maniacal smile—a chilling display of resilience that defied comprehension.
In that moment, as the harbor bore witness to their fierce exchange, Naruto realized that he faced a formidable adversary whose strength and determination ran deeper than he could have imagined. The battle was far from over, and the mysteries surrounding Vali, the human-devil descendant with the power of Divine Dividing, continued to deepen.
"Good! You amuse me, Jujutsu sorcerer! Make me even more amused!" Vali instead showed a maniacal grin behind his shattered armor head.
'What the hell is he? A masochist?' Naruto thought that Vali's fighting mania had become very acute. But what worried him was that he wanted to rest as soon as possible after the tiring journey through the dimensional gap. Honestly, he wasn't in the best condition to fight because of that.
"It's my turn now" Vali grinned, then raised his right hand. "Divide..."
As Naruto pressed on with his relentless assault, he couldn't help but marvel at Vali's resilience. But just as he was contemplating his next move, something extraordinary occurred. Vali stretched out his magnificent bright blue wings, their azure brilliance momentarily captivating Naruto's attention. It was in that precise moment that an uncanny sensation overcame him.
WOOSH
"Ugh!" Naruto suddenly felt limp. He fell to his knees while clutching his chest. 'What the hell's going on?! My cursed energy...'
A sudden, overwhelming fatigue washed over Naruto, causing his limbs to feel heavy as if a great weight had descended upon him. It was as if his very energy was being siphoned away, leaving him in a state of profound vulnerability.
To Naruto's bewilderment, the wings themselves seemed to come to life. Their azure radiance shimmered with an ethereal quality, and from their majestic expanse, a single word resounded with undeniable power— "Divide."
The utterance echoed through the night air, a mysterious invocation that carried with it an aura of profound significance. Naruto felt a profound sense of unease, realizing that he had just witnessed a glimpse of Vali's true capabilities, and that this battle was far from what he had initially anticipated. As he struggled to regain his composure, the harbor held its breath, awaiting the unfolding of a conflict that seemed to defy the laws of nature itself.
"Divine Dividing. My Sacred Gear has the ability to Divide the power of my opponent by half after coming into physical contact with them every 10 seconds. The halved powers are then added to my own powers. Right before you hit me, I already touched you first as a condition for activating this ability. What an amazing ability, right?" Vali spread his wings wide, as if boasting about the power of his Sacred Gear.
Naruto's realization struck like a bolt of lightning. The overwhelming fatigue, the sudden sense of weakness—it was all the result of Divine Dividing, the extraordinary power residing within Vali. This formidable Sacred Gear had a unique and unnerving ability: to divide the power of its opponents by half with every physical contact, repeating the process every 10 seconds. The halved powers were then absorbed, bolstering Vali's already formidable abilities.
It was a revelation that sent shivers down Naruto's spine. His relentless assault had inadvertently played into Vali's hands, granting him a significant advantage. The enigmatic winged figure, his bright blue wings now serving as living conduits of this insidious power, had turned the tide of their confrontation.
As Naruto grappled with the implications of this newfound knowledge, he knew that he faced an opponent of extraordinary cunning and strength. The battle had entered a perilous phase, one where each moment counted, and every move could decide their fate. In the moonlit harbor, beneath the watchful gaze of the celestial bodies, a test of wills and powers unlike any other continued to unfold.
'Just say it was his cursed technique' Naruto was finally able to stand again, after recovering his body with the Reverse Cursed Technique. "I see, so you're nothing more than a thief. You're really pathetic" Naruto smirked, then summoned a katana then held it upside down. 'Just this one, and I'll end it' he thought.
"Cursed Technique Enhancement: Maximum Output..."
RUMBLE
"Overdrive!"
SWOOSH
"Whatever you're doing is pointless!" Vali just grinned seeing the crescent shaped shockwave released by Naruto through his katana. He will divide it until it disappears. "Divi-"
"Vali stop! Your energy is already full!" Albion warned him. His partner's statement shocked him. "What? What the hell are you talking about?! I just did Divide once and it's already full?!" Vali was shocked in disbelief. But he had no time to argue. He had to take care of Naruto's attack which was just a little longer to hit him. "I don't give a fuck!"
As the battle raged on, Vali was determined to employ the power of Divine Dividing once more, aiming to sap Naruto's energy and bolster his own. However, before he could initiate the division process, Albion, voiced a cautionary warning within his mind. The ethereal dragon cautioned Vali that his energy reservoir was already brimming at full capacity, a revelation that left Vali deeply perplexed.
"Divide! Divide! Divide! Divide! . . ." The descendant of Lucifer managed to divide Naruto's attack, making it smaller and slower, then disappeared.
The notion that his energy was full after using "Divide" just once was a revelation that defied his understanding. Vali couldn't help but wonder about the sheer magnitude of power Naruto possessed to fill his own energy reserves so quickly. Ego and stubbornness fueled his determination, and he chose to ignore Albion's warnings, believing he could continue to push the limits of Divine Dividing.
CRACK
CRACK
However, this decision came at a steep cost. As Vali disregarded the warnings and initiated "Divide" repeatedly, his bright blue wings, once symbols of his formidable strength, began to shatter into countless pieces. The energy overload proved to be too much to bear, and the magnificent wings that had defined his presence disintegrated before his eyes.
In that moment, Vali realized the consequences of his arrogance and disregard for Albion's counsel. His once-mighty wings now lay in ruins, and the battle hung in a precarious balance. It was a stark reminder that power, even when wielded by the most formidable of individuals, was not without its limits and vulnerabilities. In the moonlit harbor, the tide of their conflict had taken an unexpected turn, leaving both Naruto and Vali to contemplate the weight of their choices. 'Shit! Seriously, how much power does this guy have?!'
SWOOSH
"Keep your eyes peeled, Dragon..." Naruto was suddenly in front of Vali, ready to land his next attack. 'Space is distorted...then the cursed energy turns black!'
"Black Flash!"
BOOM
"Aaarghhh!"As Vali grappled with the paralyzing effects of the energy overload, his body became vulnerable, leaving him unable to defend himself. Seizing this fleeting opportunity, Naruto unleashed his deadly technique–Black Flash. The attack struck with pinpoint precision, landing squarely in Vali's solar plexus area.
The blow went really deep into his body, making Vali spit out blood.The impact was devastating. Vali was sent hurtling through the night air, his body propelled with tremendous force. He crashed against the hull of a ship, the vessel's structure creaking and groaning under the impact. As the dust and debris settled, it became evident that the blow had taken a severe toll.
Vali's once-imposing white dragon armor lay shattered into countless pieces, scattered like a mosaic across the harbor's ground. The formidable defense that had protected him throughout the battle was now nothing more than wreckage, a testament to the sheer power of Naruto's Black Flash.
It was a turning point in their confrontation, a moment that left Vali vulnerable and battered. The harbor held its breath as the dust cleared, awaiting the outcome of a battle that had unfolded with astonishing twists and turns.
"Amazing! You are truly amazing! It's been a long time since I felt this pleasure! You really amused me! Uzumaki Naruto!"
Despite the grievous injuries he had sustained, Vali, the fighting maniac, couldn't suppress a manic grin that crept across his face. It was the grin of someone who relished the thrill of battle, whose nerves boiled over with exhilaration in the face of an opponent of unparalleled strength. Naruto's relentless assault had awakened the primal, ecstatic side of Vali.
His eyes blazed with fervor, and his shattered white dragon armor lay forgotten amid the chaos. Every blow, every strike exchanged with Naruto seemed to fan the flames of his fighting spirit. It was as if the prospect of a formidable adversary had breathed new life into him, and he reveled in the sheer intensity of the battle.
Vali's grin, wild and untamed, mirrored the chaos of their confrontation. The supernatural world watched in awe and trepidation as the maniacal laughter of their enigmatic opponent filled the moonlit harbor. In the heart of this turbulent clash, Vali's unyielding spirit burned brighter than ever, a testament to the insatiable thirst for combat that defined his character.
'As I thought he was a masochist' he thought. As the battle raged on, Naruto had momentarily shifted his focus from Vali, believing that the relentless assault had left his opponent incapacitated. However, to his utter shock and disbelief, his attention snapped back to Vali in a heartbeat. The man he had assumed defeated had once again donned his white dragon armor.
The armor, which had shattered into pieces during the course of their battle, was now fully restored and gleaming with renewed vigor. It was a sight that sent a jolt of surprise through Naruto's veins.
As the moonlight cast an eerie glow upon the harbor, Naruto's sense of unease grew. Vali's revival and the resurgence of his white dragon armor were ominous signs that this battle was far from over. In that moment, Naruto realized that he faced a foe of extraordinary resilience and adaptability, a testament to the relentless fighting spirit that defined Vali.
'As I thought it wouldn't be that easy. I can confirm that this man's strength is at special grade' Naruto racked his brain, looking for ways to defeat Vali. 'If I use Stinger, I'll get exhausted straight away. I can't just keep recovering my body with the Reverse Cursed Technique. I'm not yet on the same level as Senior Yuta, let alone Gojo-sensei'
"You are one of the people who can make me hurt like this, Uzumaki Naruto. I acknowledge your strength. But, how are you going to deal with this one?" Vali raised his right hand again. 'He's going to divide my cursed energy again?' Naruto increased his vigilance.
"Half Dimension..."
DOOM
With a maniacal glint in his eyes, Vali Lucifer unleashed one of his formidable techniques—Half Dimension. This uncanny ability held the power to distort and diminish objects and living beings without the need for direct physical contact. As Naruto stood ready for the next phase of their battle, he suddenly felt an otherworldly force at work.
'Huh? What's going on?! The space around me is distorted?!' Naruto was shocked in disbelief.
Vali's Half Dimension ability took hold, and Naruto's body began to distort and contract, his proportions diminishing with each passing moment. It was as if reality itself was folding in on him, squeezing his form into a distorted and fractured state. The sensation was disorienting, and Naruto grappled with the surreal transformation that was unfolding.
'Shit, among all the magic techniques, I hate spatial magic the most. Screw you Gojo-sensei, and this man!' Naruto must do something or he will die.
Despite his formidable abilities and combat prowess, Naruto found himself ensnared in a nightmarish scenario. The supernatural world watched in astonishment as Vali's Half Dimension ability toyed with the very fabric of reality, leaving Naruto in a state of distortion and disarray. In this moonlit harbor, the boundaries of their battle continued to be pushed to their limits, and the outcome remained shrouded in uncertainty.
CLAP
SWOOSH
In a sudden twist of fate that defied explanation, an oddity and a miracle unfolded within the moonlit harbor. Just as Vali Half Dimension seemed poised to distort and shatter Naruto's form, something occurred. Their positions were inexplicably swapped, as if reality itself had momentarily glitched.
"What?!" Vali was immersed in confusion and shock.
Naruto found himself within the confines of the ship's hull, his surroundings drastically altered from the open battleground where he had stood moments before. His body, once on the brink of distortion, had been miraculously spared from the fate that Vali's ability promised.
In the midst of this baffling occurrence, Vali now occupied the space Naruto had once stood in. It was a phenomenon that neither combatant could fully comprehend, an anomaly that defied the laws of their world. The supernatural community looked on with a mix of astonishment and curiosity, unsure of the implications of this mysterious turn of events.
'Wait, this technique...I see...' As Naruto found himself within the confines of the ship's hull, his mind raced to comprehend the inexplicable events that had just unfolded. It became evident that the technique responsible for swapping their positions was not Vali's, but rather the work of another. Naruto's heart swelled with recognition as he realized the truth—there was only one person capable of such a technique.
"You okay, brother?"
Emerging from the shadows with a grin as broad as his bulging muscles, Todo Aoi, Naruto's third-year senior, made his presence known. His formidable figure was a testament to his imposing strength, and his unexpected appearance signaled a welcome respite for Naruto in the midst of their intense battle.
"You're just in time, Senior. I almost died. Thank you" Naruto jumped out of the hull and headed for Aoi's side. "Save your thanks first, let's take care of that piece of trash metal first" Aoi cracked his knuckles and neck.
Aoi's intervention brought a wave of relief, for Naruto knew that he could count on the big-hearted senior to lend a helping hand when it mattered most. In the moonlit harbor, as Aoi's grin stretched from ear to ear, Naruto's gratitude was matched only by his determination to press on and face whatever challenges still lay ahead.
"How dare you interfere, who are you?" Vali glared at Aoi, feeling annoyed because his fun was disturbed by an uninvited guest.
"Todo Aoi, a grade 1 jujutsu sorcerer from Kyoto Jujutsu High. You can call me Mr. Todo. My ideal type of woman is tall and has a big ass! Hahahaha!" He introduced himself excitedly.
Vali found himself caught in circumstances that were no longer in his favor. Todo Aoi's timely arrival had thrown a wrench into his plans for a spirited battle with Naruto, a battle he had envisioned as a test of the sorcerer's strength, especially after his victories over Loki and Fenrir.
"Huh, I see. I think that's enough for now. I enjoyed the fight, Uzumaki Naruto. I'm waiting for the next fight. Good bye."
SHINE
WOOSH
However, Aoi's presence had disrupted the carefully laid course of their confrontation. Vali, recognizing that the situation had taken an unexpected turn, made a strategic decision. With a resigned expression and a final, lingering glance at Naruto, he retreated. A silver magic circle materialized beneath him, and in an instant, he vanished from the moonlit harbor.
It was an abrupt departure, one that left lingering questions in its wake. Vali's desire for a thrilling fight had been overshadowed by the unforeseen intervention of Aoi, prompting him to reevaluate his priorities. As the supernatural world looked on, the enigmatic Vali Lucifer disappeared into the night, leaving behind a sense of intrigue and uncertainty. The outcome of their battle may have remained unresolved, but the mysteries surrounding Vali's true intentions lingered on.
"Who's that guy, Naruto? Why did he attack you?" asked Aoi. "I don't know, I just met him today. He suddenly came and challenged me to a fight. Senior Aoi, please don't tell about this fight to Principal Gakuganji, Utahime-sensei, or anyone else at Jujutsu High" Naruto's words made Aoi confused. "Why?"
Naruto also told about his meeting with Satoru at Kyoto station and their chat at the ramen shop. Satoru assigned him to investigate and find out about the curse user's movements in the Underworld.
"I see, so you were assigned as a special agent. I'm even more proud of you, brother!" Aoi high-fived him.
"Yeah, by the way. How did you get here? Isn't the distance from the academy to the port quite far? And why haven't you slept at this late hour?" Naruto wondered how his senior could come and help him.
"Ah, so...here is the thing. Takada-chan is going to have a fan meeting in Tokyo next month. I have to buy tickets, while the ticket sales website just opened a few minutes ago. But the academy's Wi-Fi is down, so I have to went out to find a public Wi-Fi that has a good connection" Aoi showed the e-ticket on his phone while chuckling, Naruto facepalmed.
"Why aren't you using mobile data?"
"I forgot to buy one"
"Fucking hell..."
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The Lost Soul Aside
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The scene transitioned seamlessly from the moonlit chaos of Kyoto Port to a vastly different setting—an abandoned castle steeped in eerie silence. The only source of illumination in this desolate chamber was the soft, flickering light of countless candles, casting elongated shadows that danced upon the ancient, weathered walls.
Within the castle's forgotten confines, the air hung heavy with a sense of history and secrets long buried. The remnants of forgotten grandeur and faded opulence hinted at a time when this castle had been a place of power and intrigue. Now, it stood as a relic of a bygone era, cloaked in darkness and shrouded in mysteries.
"Welcome back, Val- woah, what happened to you?" The monkey youkai greeted the team leader's return with a bruise on his face. "I was just having fun, Bikou. Having fun with someone strong" replied Vali with a slight grin.
"Well, that means that someone is so strong that he can make Lord Vali grin," said a little blonde girl wearing typical witch clothes, Le Fay Pendragon. "You're right, Le Fay. Where's Fenrir?"
"Sleeping, while being watched by Big Brother Arthur. I just fed it 10 deer," replied Le Fay. Vali nodded in understanding then sat on the large sofa which was specifically for him.
Kuroka, couldn't hide her shock when she saw her leader return to their room with visible bruises marring his usually composed face. It was a rare sight, and it stirred a mix of concern and curiosity within her.
However, what caught Kuroka's attention even more was the unmistakable residue of a unique energy that seemed to linger around Vali's injuries. It was a sensation she knew well, one that held both the calming serenity of a tranquil river and the exhilarating power of crashing ocean waves. There was no doubt about it; the residual energy she sensed was Naruto's cursed energy.
"Vali, are you-"
"Yeah, Kuroka. I just fought your old friend. I have to admit he is quite strong. I can't wait to fight him again" Vali cut her off, then smirked again.
The revelation struck her like a lightning bolt. Naruto and Vali had clashed in a fierce battle, and Vali had returned bearing not only physical wounds but also the unmistakable mark of their confrontation. Kuroka knew firsthand how formidable Vali was, and the fact that he bore Naruto's energy in the form of injuries was a testament to the battle's intensity.
'I hope you're alright, Naruto...'
As she processed this newfound knowledge, Kuroka couldn't help but worry about Naruto's well-being. She was unaware of the true nature of the battle and the challenges Vali had faced, but one thing was clear—Naruto's strength had left its mark on their leader in a way that few could have anticipated.
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To Be Continued
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Yo, chapter 6 is here!
Thank you for your support and positive reviews from all of you from the previous chapters. That really helped me in writing this story even more enthusiastically.
Regarding Naruto's power ups, I will do it gradually. First he gets the RCT, then he might get a new technique, or maybe Domain Expansion.
I'm waiting for positive reviews from you for this chapter. See you in the next chapter!