Naruto: Cultivating to Immortality

Chapter 389 Comprehensive Improvement

At this moment, Orochimaru felt an indescribable sensation welling up inside him, as if the whole world had been transformed. He could clearly perceive that he was undergoing a tremendous change, an improvement that was simply beyond imagination.

His physical strength underwent a qualitative leap; every cell was infused with new vitality and power, as if he had crossed a massive chasm. This leap in improvement made him feel stronger than ever before.

Every cell in his body became unusually active, brimming with immense vitality. Like burning flames, they continuously released endless energy, nourishing his body. He could feel his life force increasing at an astonishing rate, as if he possessed eternal youth and vitality.

All these changes made Orochimaru realize that he had surpassed his past self and entered a completely new realm. He was full of expectations for the future, eager to explore more unknown areas and challenge higher limits.

Furthermore, Orochimaru's perception of his surroundings was greatly enhanced. He could clearly sense the flow of air, changes in temperature, and the presence of other living beings. These subtle details flooded his mind, giving him a more comprehensive understanding of the world. In addition, Orochimaru began to comprehend the power of the laws governing the universe. He discovered that everything in nature possessed specific laws and order, and these laws were the foundation of the entire world. Through this understanding of the power of these laws, Orochimaru developed a profound reverence for nature.

"Is this the strength of reaching the Golden Core stage? It's incredibly powerful! It's like a complete transformation." Orochimaru exclaimed inwardly.

He felt a surge of power within him, as if endless energy flowed through his body. Each breath brought a tremendous boost to his strength, filling him with immense excitement and exhilaration.

Compared to before, Orochimaru felt that he was now at least dozens of times stronger, or even more. This strength was not a simple increase in numbers, but a qualitative leap, an improvement that could not be described in words.

His muscles became firmer and more powerful, and his bones hardened like iron. His skin shimmered with a faint light, exuding an aura of mystery and majesty. His eyes became sharp and deep, as if they could see through everything.

Orochimaru knew that this immense power meant he had surpassed the limits of ordinary humans and could face even stronger enemies and challenges. He could explore deeper levels of training and pursue higher goals.

This power was exactly what Orochimaru had always dreamed of. He longed for endless power to realize his ambitions and ideals. Now, he finally felt the existence of this power and was deeply immersed in it.

He decided to continue cultivating, constantly improving his strength, and becoming a truly invincible being. He wanted to use this powerful force to create his own legend.

This advancement was like a drug, immersing Orochimaru in it so intensely that he completely forgot his subordinates outside anxiously awaiting news of him. This new realm gave him an unprecedented feeling, as if he had entered a world full of mystery and miracles. With every breath, every movement, he felt an even closer connection to the universe. He felt as if he had become a part of the world, able to sense the vitality and life force of all things. This feeling intoxicated him, captivated him, and made him unwilling to awaken from this wonderful experience.

Meanwhile, Hyuga Neji, Yakushi Kabuto, and the others were still anxiously waiting, completely unaware of Orochimaru's current situation. Although the heavenly tribulation brought by the world's will had begun to dissipate, the residual effects of its rules still lingered, preventing them from perceiving the specific details within.

Even Neji Hyuga's Byakugan couldn't detect the area shrouded by the residual power of the heavenly tribulation, so he couldn't confirm Orochimaru's exact situation. However, he dared not go to investigate further, fearing that the tribulation hadn't ended and his presence might bring unforeseen circumstances or introduce unforeseen changes for Orochimaru. Therefore, he could only anxiously wait for Orochimaru to appear.

Hyuga Neji had carefully observed the entire process of this tribulation. He also discovered that the intensity of the tribulation brought down by the world's will was just as Hyuga Kanan had described. Although it was terrifyingly powerful, it was not too far beyond his capacity. As long as he made all the necessary preparations, there was still a good chance that he could overcome it.

However, Orochimaru never showed up, leaving Hyuga Neji unable to ascertain the situation. After all, Orochimaru was at a similar level to him, though slightly stronger. Orochimaru had been a top-tier ninja for decades, his understanding and accumulation of the power of various elemental rules far surpassing Neji's. Nevertheless, Neji had trained far longer than Orochimaru, possessed a greater familiarity with cultivation methods, and, having trained his body since childhood, his physical attributes far exceeded Orochimaru's. Therefore, the difference in strength between the two was not significant; they were essentially evenly matched.

However, even as the heavenly tribulation was dissipating, Orochimaru still hadn't appeared. This made Hyuga Neji increasingly uneasy, wondering if there were still unseen dangers within the tribulation that could cause Orochimaru even greater harm. Both he and Orochimaru were experiencing this unpredictable trial for the first time, and with their teacher, Hyuga Kanan, in seclusion, no one could explain the details to them; they could only rely on their own experience.

As Hyuga Neji's senior, Orochimaru not only possessed rich experience and formidable strength, but also harbored an urgent desire for improvement. Therefore, he resolutely decided to be the first to attempt a breakthrough and face the Heavenly Tribulation. This was both to provide Neji with invaluable experience and to satisfy his own long-suppressed ambition.

However, the current situation has caused Hyuga Neji some concern about his future breakthroughs. But even if he faces the crisis of death, it cannot deter his determination to break through. He has decided that even if Orochimaru fails this time, he will continue his own journey of breakthrough. Heavenly tribulations cannot stop his determination to progress, nor can they shake his belief in the path of cultivation.

Just as Hyuga Neji, Kabuto Yakushi, and the others were anxiously waiting, Hyuga Neji suddenly noticed a powerful life force emanating from the deep crater created by the Heavenly Tribulation Lightning Dragon. This force was initially weak, but it was rapidly increasing in strength over time, as if endless life energy was surging within it.

This feeling made Hyuga Neji's heart race. He realized that this might mean Orochimaru's existence hadn't been destroyed by the Heavenly Tribulation Lightning Dragon, but rather, after a difficult resistance, had been revitalized. This discovery filled him with both excitement and tension, because he didn't know Orochimaru's current situation or what kind of impact it would have.

At the same time, Kabuto and the others also sensed this powerful life force. Their expressions turned excited, their eyes fixed on the deep pit, their hearts filled with anticipation and joy. They had already sensed that the gradually increasing aura was Orochimaru's, and the life force was rapidly growing stronger, becoming incredibly powerful.

Hyuga Neji was secretly astonished, for he could clearly sense Orochimaru's aura increasing at an alarming rate. The speed was unbelievable, as if new power was being injected into Orochimaru's body every moment.

As time passed, Orochimaru's aura continued to rise, quickly surpassing Hyuga Neji's current level. This put immense pressure on him, as he knew Orochimaru's strength was far beyond his ability to contend with. However, what surprised him even more was that Orochimaru's aura showed no signs of stopping its growth; instead, it continued to increase at an even faster rate.

This unrestricted rate of improvement left Hyuga Neji speechless; he had never imagined Orochimaru's aura could be so powerful. He couldn't help but doubt his own understanding of Orochimaru, and just how much stronger this enhancement would truly be. Faced with such a magnitude of improvement, Hyuga Neji felt a chill run down his spine, but at the same time, it ignited a fighting spirit deep within him. He too was on the verge of a breakthrough, needing to exert even more effort and courage to soon reach Orochimaru's current level.

As Orochimaru broke through his limits, the pure energy refined from the golden core in his dantian rapidly revitalized his cells, facilitating quick repair. Even the chest wound nearly pierced by the lightning dragon healed rapidly. Once fully recovered, he began to strengthen his body, allowing Orochimaru to clearly feel his body becoming even more powerful.

Finally, Orochimaru felt a deep weariness welling up from the depths of his soul. He knew this was a sign of excessive mental exertion, and if he continued like this, it might harm him. Therefore, he had no choice but to stop what he was doing and cease his efforts to strengthen himself.

However, despite his physical exhaustion, Orochimaru was filled with joy and anticipation. Through this experiment, he clearly felt that his physical limits had been broken. This meant that, given a sufficient supply of pure energy in the future, he could potentially continue to improve his physical abilities, even surpassing his current level.

This possibility thrilled Orochimaru and strengthened his resolve to continue exploring this path. He believed that with time, he could continue to improve, enhance his strength, and achieve his ultimate goal.

Orochimaru suddenly opened his eyes, his eyes revealing endless exhaustion, yet also flashing with excitement.