[Chat Group For The Death] Chapter 271 - 275

Chapter 271: What a Wonderful World!

Han Fei: "What does ‘When the Dao of Change emerges, humanity must reform its path’. mean? It sounds rather grandiose!"

Lucas: "Cultivating the soul to achieve Yang God status can be described as the Way of Heaven; cultivating the body to shatter the vacuum represents the Way of Earth; guiding humanity's development constitutes the Way of Humanity."

Lucas: "Many masters in the Yang God World practice both martial arts and immortality simultaneously. They cultivate their bodies to crush the vacuum while developing their souls into Yang God."

Lucas: "Renowned masters like Fortune Daoist, Shenghuangpan, and Tai have all attained both the Way of Heaven and the Way of Earth. However, since ancient times, no one in the Yang God World has mastered the Way of Humanity."

Han Fei: "If the Human Dao is so difficult to obtain, does that make it stronger than the Heavenly Dao and Earth Dao?"

Lucas: "How would I know? After all, no one has ever truly attained it. But rumors in the Yang God World suggest that those who master all three Ways—Heaven, Earth, and Human—will simultaneously reach the Far Shore."

Dongfang Yuechu: "What is the Far Shore?"

Lucas: "I believe I've mentioned this before. The Yang God World measures time in epochs. At each epoch's conclusion, all life between heaven and earth perishes—even Yang God and vacuum-shattering powerhouses. No exceptions."

Han Fei: "Can those who reach the Far Shore survive this world-ending cataclysm?"

Lucas: "Of course! Otherwise, why would so many powerful beings strive to reach it? Even those mighty figures who have perished left their legacies, hoping their disciples and inheritors would fulfill their unrealized ambitions."

Han Fei: "What connection exists between the 'Book of Changes,' the Way of Yi, and Humanity? Since you've asked us to write the 'Book of Changes,' I suspect they must be closely related."

Lucas: "They're not merely connected—they're fundamentally linked! In the original timeline, the group of great Confucian scholars who authored the Book of Changes successfully mastered the Way of Humanity. They then united the powers of Heaven, Earth, and Humanity to help the entire Yang God World survive the Epochal Tribulation."

Zheng Qizi: "Wait! Lord Group Leader, what did you just say? Gathering the power of the three Ways can enable the entire world to survive the epochal catastrophe? I always believed the epochal catastrophe was insurmountable."

Zheng Qizi: "Even if those who reach the Far Shore can transcend worldly limitations and personally survive the epochal catastrophe, surely they remain powerless against the natural decline of the entire world?"

Lucas: "Indeed! Even those mighty beings who reach the Far Shore cannot prevent the Yang God World's natural destruction. However, injecting new vitality into the declining world can extend its lifespan."

Lucas: "In the original future, the Book of Changes functioned as an immense treasure. Countless individuals throughout the Yang God World studied it, gaining strength and wisdom from its teachings."

Lucas: "The more powerful and intelligent beings inhabit the Yang God World, the more vitality it contains. This robust vitality can counteract the world's decline and prolong its existence."

Zheng Qizi: "So by continuously infusing vitality into the Yang God World, the epochal catastrophe can be indefinitely postponed, allowing the world to effectively circumvent its destined end."

Lucas: "Precisely!"

Han Fei: "Group Leader, are you certain you wish to grant me such a momentous opportunity?"

Lucas: "Absolutely! Attaining the Way of Humanity is excessively troublesome, and would provide limited enhancement to my combat capabilities. Compared to the Way of Yi and the Way of Humanity, I find the secondary Dao of Heaven and Earth and the King of Artifacts far more compelling."

Han Fei: "In that case, I gratefully accept! I'll begin writing the 'Book of Changes' immediately. Everyone can observe through my live broadcast."

Han Fei enabled permissions allowing all chat group members to witness events through his perspective.

He now stood in a massive library, positioned before an enormous table. Raising the brush in his hand, he began writing on the blank paper before him.

In the chat group, Irisviel von Einzbern asked curiously, "Where is Han Fei? This appears to be a library."

Lucas: "That's the Dagan royal family's secret library, containing their entire collection of classified texts. The Dagan royal family is under my control, and the library is accessible to all group members."

Dongfang Yuechu: "Look! The characters Han Fei has written are transforming!"

Outside, as Han Fei transcribed the "Book of Changes," strands of golden light manifested between heaven and earth, descending continuously toward him.

After these golden rays entered Han Fei's soul, his soul body became transparent, resembling a crystal statue.

These golden lights rapidly enhanced Han Fei's soul power.

Simultaneously, the golden rays descended upon Han Fei's written words. While the content remained unchanged, the text now possessed a mysterious power.

Zheng Qizi: "'The group of dragons has no head, the group of dragons has no head.' Does this represent the mystery of ancient emperors and middle-aged princes? Group Leader was correct—this truly is a supreme cultivation treasure."

Lo Pei: "I've studied the 'Book of Changes' before but never discovered any hidden mysteries. Yet observing Han Fei's version, though textually identical, evokes an entirely different sensation."

Lancelot: "This text has transformed into a cultivation method—even I can sense it. I could use it to strengthen my soul."

Han Fei ignored the chat group's discussion and moved his brush skillfully, swiftly completing the entire "Book of Changes."

Upon completion, an unprecedented golden light burst forth, transforming the paper filled with text into radiant gold. The document's very nature had changed, now emanating a mighty aura capable of shaking unprepared souls.

As the "Book of Changes" author, Han Fei's soul had grown stronger than ever before. With a mere thought, he could summon a terrifying soul storm. His soul power now rivaled that of an emperor in the Dou qi Continent.

Zheng Qizi: "What a pity! Unlike a true soul, you cannot undergo tribulation. Otherwise, you would certainly pass seven thunder tribulations consecutively to become a creator, just like the middle-aged princes."

Xiao Xuan asked, puzzled, "What does it mean to endure seven consecutive thunder tribulations?"

Lucas explained: "The middle-aged princes of the Yang God World avoid combat spells when cultivating their souls and abstain from practitioner battles. They spend their days reading and calming their minds. Even as ghosts, they wouldn't survive ordinary tribulations. But once they face the calamity, their response is earth-shattering—surviving seven consecutive thunder tribulations is merely their basic accomplishment."

Han Fei: "Enough! Even without undergoing tribulation, my soul has grown sufficiently powerful. Moreover, my soul differs fundamentally from those of the Yang God World. I can continue strengthening without enduring tribulation."

The ghosts and immortals of the Yang God World could accumulate potential even without facing thunder tribulation. However, this potential couldn't transform into actual strength—only through tribulation could it become power. Even middle-aged princes capable of surviving seven consecutive thunder tribulations could only exercise ghost immortal-level strength until they underwent tribulation.

This represented the world's inherent limitation, similar to the physical differences between the Ninja world and Pirate world inhabitants. Fortunately, Han Fei originated outside the Yang God World, and his current state transcended ordinary soul form.

Even righteous individuals born in the Yang God World now possessed the privilege of enhancing their soul power without tribulation. As chat group members, they enjoyed attribute privileges bestowed by the multiverse chat group.

Han Fei: "Group Leader, is my current strength sufficient to stabilize my world?"

Lucas: "Han Fei, did you know? I once possessed power sufficient to overwhelm the entire pirate world, yet I refrained from hastily overthrowing its ruling World Government. I recognized that while I had the capacity to conquer, I lacked the ability to govern."

Han Fei: "I understand! Group Leader, would you assist me with this enormous undertaking? Though I've boasted about dominating and saving the world, from a practical standpoint, I lack hands-on experience."

Lucas: "Certainly! As the 'Book of Changes' author, guiding this world's humanitarian current falls to you. Manage affairs competently, and I won't require you to leave this world."

Han Fei: "Agreed! You're right—this responsibility is mine. However, I remain uncertain about my specific duties. Could the Group Leader provide guidance?"

Lucas: "Spread knowledge of the I Ching. Help people understand it, learn from it, and benefit from its wisdom. Even if your enemies gain advantage from the I Ching, you mustn't abandon eating for fear of choking."

Han Fei responded solemnly: "Understood! I'm unconcerned about enemies learning the 'Book of Changes,' as I believe my comprehension surpasses all others. The golden light bestowed more than mere soul strength—it granted me profound understanding of the Book of Changes."

Senju Hashirama: "Sir, the Traverser Space has assigned me a mission! I'm heading to the 'X-Men – First Class’ world. Does the Group Leader have knowledge of this realm?"

Lucas laughed: "X-Men’s first class? Excellent world! One of our chat group members resides there—Sebastian Shaw, this world's primary antagonist. Activate your live broadcast and share your mission details."

Chapter 272: Traverser Missions Appear One After Another!

Senju Hashirama activated his live broadcast, and everyone in the chat group could see him standing in a modern city.

Senju Hashirama: "The Traverser Space has assigned me a mission to kill Sebastian Shaw for Magneto."

Sebastian Shaw's expression turned sour as he spoke in the chat group: "Group Leader, is this world actually real?"

Lucas: "Not necessarily! The Traverser Space likely created a virtual world. Reincarnators have mentioned this before. The Traverser Space isn't some lightweight entity—it possesses the capability to generate virtual worlds."

Senju Tobirama: "Judging by the world's name, this must depict the X-Men's founding. I recall Group Leader mentioning that our worlds' past and future exist merely as stories in other realms' perspectives."

Uchiha Madara: "Clearly, this story's protagonists are Eric and Charles, with our Sebastian Shaw serving as the villain."

Sebastian Shaw: "What's wrong with being the villain? You're hardly a paragon of virtue yourself, Uchiha Madara. Besides, don't underestimate me, Senju Hashirama—you may not be my equal."

Senju Hashirama: "That's irrelevant—I'll discover the truth through combat. I'm curious about everyone's actual strength within the chat group. Though we've sparred before, those encounters occurred under abnormal conditions."

Uchiha Madara: "Hashirama, does your current state differ from before?"

Senju Hashirama: "Perhaps it's the Traverser Space's influence. I feel identical to my living self now. However, I sense that upon death, the chat group system would likely reclaim me."

Howard Stark: "Enough idle chatter—locate Sebastian Shaw promptly! Your current state permits injury, correct?"

Senju Hashirama: "Indeed! This condition is ideal. That immortal, invulnerable state felt distinctly unnatural."

Uchiha Madara: "With your exceptional physique, shouldn't you adapt most readily to an immortal form?"

Sebastian Shaw: "Though your mission involves killing my counterpart, I won't conflate myself with that version. Since you wish to witness my true capabilities, I'll oblige!"

Senju Hashirama: "You're offering assistance?"

Sebastian Shaw: "What else? Without my help, when would you find me? During my lifetime, my whereabouts remained consistently mysterious."

Senju Hashirama: "Fair point. Please inform me of your location!"

Sebastian Shaw: "First determine the timeframe in your world, then I can direct you to my location during that period. Remember, I was never alone while alive."

Uchiha Madara: "So you'll have powerful allies nearby? Unacceptable—this violates combat fairness."

Senju Hashirama: "No matter! I'll devise a strategy to neutralize Sebastian Shaw's subordinates before engaging him directly."

Sebastian Shaw: "I certainly hope so! Though your chances seem minimal. Neither I nor my subordinates are pushovers. You intend to handle my people? Try not to fall victim to our combined efforts first."

Yang God World

While monitoring Senju Hashirama's situation, Lucas observed Xiao Chen's battle with the Terror God King through a spatial rift. The evenly matched opponents fought intensely, approaching a decisive phase.

After prolonged combat, both combatants neared exhaustion. The Terror God King, resigned to his situation, prepared to escape using deception.

"Damn madman!" the God King of Terror cursed inwardly. In his assessment, Xiao Chen could only be a mindless lunatic.

How else could one explain Xiao Chen's willingness to engage in such bloody combat without hesitation? The God King feared continuing—one misstep would prove fatal.

Having just escaped his millennia-long imprisonment, he hadn't even savored his newfound freedom. How could he perish alongside this stranger?

Compared to survival, his dignity as a God-King meant nothing.

BOOM!

The Terror God King, attempting to escape the independent space with a feint, crashed violently against the spatial barrier.

"Damn it!" The Terror God King reacted with shock and fury—someone had manipulated this space.

"Die!" Seeing his opponent blocked by the barrier, Xiao Chen charged forward with his bloody axe without uttering another word.

"Excellent, Xiao Chen is about to breakthrough!"

"It seems the bloodline power you bestowed upon him has proven effective. It expanded his potential and accelerated his training progression."

Lucas observed Xiao Chen's performance with evident satisfaction.

Xiao Xuan smiled. "When entering the tomb with him, I collected several energy cores. I sealed those cores within his body as resources for his eventual breakthrough."

Lucas shook his head. "I can perceive the energy sealed within him. Insufficient energy prevented his immediate breakthrough. I'll provide assistance!"

Lucas flipped his palm, materializing the Immortal Monument. With a swift strike, he transformed it into a luminous streamer that entered Xiao Chen's body.

Instantly, Xiao Chen's power surged exponentially. The energy cores within his body shattered, converting into massive energy to facilitate his breakthrough.

Breaking through instantaneously, Xiao Chen released a skyward scream. The giant axe in his hand descended unceremoniously.

"Immortal Monument!" The Terror God King shrieked. Nothing inspired greater hatred in him than this Immortal Monument that had nearly consumed him.

The Monument's appearance triggered the formation within the independent space, unleashing overwhelming force upon the Terror God King.

The blood-colored axe cleaved the Terror God King in two, while the Immortal Monument suppressed him. Brilliant light erupted from the Monument, steadily converting the Terror God King's body into pure vitality.

"The Terror God's flesh and blood possess mystical properties, serving as promotional energy. Absorb this vitality—it will replace the Immortal Monument as your power source. The Monument itself, being a component of the King of Artifacts, cannot be gifted to you."

Lucas's voice lingered as Xiao Chen assumed a cross-legged meditation posture, diligently refining the Terror God King's body...

In the Chat Group

Sebastian Shaw, having determined the timeframe, identified his historical location and shared this information with Senju Hashirama, urging him to confront his counterpart promptly.

Senju Tobirama: "Brother, consider seeking Charles and Eric's assistance. Since the other Sebastian Shaw has allies, you should secure your own."

Sebastian Shaw: "You expect Charles and Eric to counterbalance my subordinates? Absurd! They aren't Senju Hashirama's followers—why would they obey his directives?"

Senju Hashirama: "Precisely! Eric harbors such profound hatred for Sebastian Shaw that cooperation seems impossible. Encountering Sebastian Shaw would trigger Eric's immediate lethal response."

Lucas: "This requires careful deliberation. Remember, Senju Hashirama's mission involves killing Sebastian Shaw for Magneto. If Magneto personally eliminates Sebastian Shaw, Senju Hashirama's mission fails."

Senju Hashirama: "No concern necessary—I'll manage independently. However, unfamiliarity with the terrain means locating Sebastian Shaw might require time."

Lucas: "By then, it may be too late. Wait—I'll dispatch a clone to assist you."

Sebastian Shaw: "Group Leader, your clone won't help Senju Hashirama against me, will it?"

Lucas: "Rest assured! My clone will merely guide him there before vanishing. Senju Hashirama, will you charge directly or scout first and develop tactics?"

Senju Hashirama: "After reconnaissance and intelligence gathering, I'll formulate a strategy. It's been years since I've undertaken such operations—no reckless advances!"

Sebastian Shaw: "Such arrogance? Exercise caution."

Senju Hashirama: "My knowledge of this world is limited, making intelligence-based tactical formulation somewhat inappropriate here."

Uchiha Madara: "Don't be deceived by Hashirama's carefree demeanor—he's no fool. When we once competed in cliff-climbing, he feigned disorientation to secure advantage. I've recognized his tactics since then."

Sword God Ryuma: "What about other traversers? I received a mission too, though mine seems mundane: travel to the Pirate World, defeat Mihawk the Hawkeye, and claim the world's greatest swordsman title."

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "I haven't initiated action yet, but it's inconsequential. The Traverser Mall contains too many valuable items, and configuring them optimally requires consideration. I'll address it when time permits."

Sebastian Shaw: "My situation remains static. I prefer witnessing Senju Hashirama's confrontation with my counterpart before commencing my own mission. Damn! My assignment has appeared—visit Thor 3's world to protect Thor's eyes."

Uchiha Madara: "No mission has manifested for me yet, though I sense its imminent arrival. We entered the Traverser Space nearly simultaneously, so our first missions should emerge within similar timeframes."

Senju Hashirama: "I've located Sebastian Shaw and his associates!"

Senju Hashirama, viewing the cruise ship docked at the harbor before him, clasped his hands together excitedly: "Wood Style: Birth of the Tree World!"

Chapter 273: Why Don't You Give It a Try?

Senju Hashirama was never one for subtlety. When he acted, it was always with grandeur. Massive plant roots surged skyward, engulfing the harbor and lifting the cruise ship where Sebastian Shaw and his fellow mutants were gathered.

"What's happening?"

Inside the cruise ship, the floor trembled violently and the cabin lights flickered erratically. Sebastian Shaw and his mutant companions, who had been enjoying their drinks, looked up in alarm.

Without a word, the red devil quickly grabbed the others' hands and teleported them away.

"Escaped?"

Senju Hashirama's eyes narrowed as he observed the red devil and the others materializing before him. A powerful aura emanated from his body as he regarded them with unmistakable murderous intent.

"Who are you?"

The other Sebastian Shaw studied Senju Hashirama with interest, then glanced at the magnificent display of plant roots suspending the cruise ship. He couldn't help but remark, "Is this your mutant ability? Truly formidable!"

The White Queen fixed her gaze on Senju Hashirama and, without speaking, attempted to seize control of his mind with her telepathic powers. Moments ago, she had nearly perished in Senju Hashirama's attack on the cruise ship. The White Queen seethed with rage, determined to exact revenge.

"Hmph!"

Senju Hashirama snorted coldly. Powerful Chakra erupted from his body, actively resisting the White Queen's psionic intrusion.

As the god of ninjas, Senju Hashirama relied on more than just Sage Mode and Wood Style. His friend and rival Uchiha Madara once noted that all of Hashirama's ninjutsu skills were unparalleled.

Being a shinobi formidable enough to withstand the Mangekyō Sharingan, Senju Hashirama possessed no weaknesses regarding illusions. His mental fortitude was exceptional, enabling him to repel most mental assaults.

"It seems your abilities are ineffective!"

The other Sebastian Shaw smiled at the White Queen, then placed his hand on the red devil's shoulder. "Let's go!"

The red devil returned a slight smile and moved with Sebastian Shaw, appearing beside Senju Hashirama instantaneously.

Sebastian Shaw opened his arms, directly embracing Senju Hashirama, and said with a confident smile: "So you can't do anything now, can you?"

In the Chat Group

Uchiha Madara: "Sebastian Shaw, what are you doing? You shouldn't imagine you can defeat Hashirama this way. Don't be ridiculous."

Lucas: "Indeed! Hashirama is Madara's rival. Are you trying to curry favor with Sebastian Shaw? I warn you, this won't end well."

Howard Stark: "Exactly! In Senju Hashirama's heart, his younger brother and best friend occupy too much space. No matter your interest in him, it won't lead anywhere productive."

Sebastian Shaw: "Would you all stop talking nonsense? In that world, The me in there simply utilizing my abilities appropriately. Don't forget, my mutant power is energy absorption!"

Senju Tobirama: "If that's the case, I believe I understand the other Sebastian Shaw's intention. If my brother attempts to break free while restrained, his strength will be absorbed, rendering escape impossible."

Sebastian Shaw: "Not only that. If he exert strength to squeeze Senju Hashirama, the reaction force will also be absorbed by him. Understand? My mutant abilities are truly terrifying."

Howard Stark: "When you squeeze others, you receive and absorb the reaction force? Does this mean during close combat, you essentially create a perpetual motion machine?"

Sebastian Shaw: "It's not that extreme. My opponent can always choose evasion. But in Senju Hashirama's current predicament—being restrained by me—he can't dodge. The force I apply to him returns to me and converts into energy for my body."

Liu Xing: "Isn't this similar to a perpetual motion machine where a motor and generator form a cycle? As I understand it, this shouldn't function! Power inevitably dissipates during transmission."

Sebastian Shaw: "How is power lost? Through resistance, like air friction. Then the question becomes: who bears the reaction force of air friction?"

Liu Xing: "Well, this truly is an incomprehensible ability."

Senju Hashirama: "Can your mutant abilities absorb Chakra?"

Sebastian Shaw: "I don't know. Why don't you give it a try?"

Senju Hashirama: "Excellent suggestion!"

Senju Hashirama in the virtual world let out a shout, and mighty Chakra surged from his body, attempting to repel the other Sebastian Shaw who had trapped him.

"What kind of energy is this? It feels unfamiliar, yet quite distinctive."

The other Sebastian Shaw observed the Chakra flowing from Senju Hashirama and absorbed it through his mutant abilities without hesitation.

"Magnificent! After absorbing this energy from you, I feel both my body and spirit strengthening."

The other Sebastian Shaw regarded Senju Hashirama with surprise, considering using him as a personal energy source.

Senju Hashirama: "Sebastian Shaw's ability is truly formidable—it can even absorb Chakra."

Sebastian Shaw: "What's so surprising? I can absorb nuclear energy and kinetic energy, so what makes your Chakra special? If you still possess hidden techniques, you'd better employ them now, or prepare to die."

Uchiha Madara: "Hashirama, what about your genjutsu? Sebastian Shaw's weakness is mental attacks. Use illusions to control him!"

Sebastian Shaw: "Futile! Ninjas require hand seals for ninjutsu, correct? Senju Hashirama might not need seals, but he still joins his hands when using ninjutsu. Currently, his arms are restrained by me, preventing seal formation."

Senju Hashirama: "Hand seals, including joined hands, are merely auxiliary methods for performing jutsu. Even without hands, I can execute ninjutsu, albeit more slowly. It's simply the most efficient approach."

Senju Hashirama: "If I were to advance further like our Group Leader, I could perform ninjutsu perfectly by merely moving my fingers, as effectively as using both hands for seals. Naturally, I can also cast illusions with my fingers now."

The Senju Hashirama in the virtual world perfectly demonstrated the abilities befitting the god of ninjas. If Uchiha Itachi could cast illusions with his fingers, then Senju Hashirama, the supreme ninja, certainly could as well. Unfortunately, his illusions proved ineffective because the White Queen with her psionic powers stood before him.

"He's attempting to control you with his psychic abilities!"

The White Queen placed her hand on her forehead, staring intently at Senju Hashirama. "His psionic power is considerable, but I can still block it."

The other Sebastian Shaw expressed surprise: "He possesses psionic powers too? Perfect! He appears to be a mutant with multiple abilities, just like you."

The other Sebastian Shaw looked at Senju Hashirama and inquired with a smile: "Would you consider joining us? We are fellow mutants! Collaborate with me and let's dominate the world together!"

Senju Hashirama sighed: "Your mutant ability is indeed powerful, but I'm not without countermeasures. Prepare yourself—I'm about to make my move!"

As Senju Hashirama finished speaking, the ground behind the other Sebastian Shaw suddenly fractured, and massive, sturdy plant roots rose skyward.

"Hey!"

A tenacious root system suddenly emerged, wrapping around the other Sebastian Shaw's ankles. With a single powerful motion, it lifted him into the air.

"Interesting!"

"You believe this will eliminate me? How naive!"

The other Sebastian Shaw maintained his grip on Senju Hashirama as the two were lifted skyward by the plant roots, then came crashing down toward the ground.

"It's pointless!"

"Even hurling me into space wouldn't cost me a single hair, because I'll absorb all impact."

The other Sebastian Shaw and Senju Hashirama fell to the ground together. After absorbing the impact, they landed as gently as feathers, without disturbing the earth beneath them.

Crack!

Two additional plant roots flew over and wrapped around Senju Hashirama's body, attempting to pull him from the other Sebastian Shaw's grasp.

"You don't comprehend the extent of my ability. Surrender now!"

The other Sebastian Shaw remained composed, confident in his energy absorption powers. After absorbing so much energy, he had become superhuman.

"You truly are stubborn!"

Senju Hashirama felt somewhat helpless, acknowledging that Sebastian Shaw's ability was particularly troublesome. Fortunately, his title as the god of ninjas wasn't merely ceremonial.

"Any skill has range limitations. Do you believe that woman can still prevent my mental attacks from this distance?"

After Senju Hashirama and the other Sebastian Shaw were thrown skyward by the plant roots, Senju Hashirama whispered something that dramatically altered the other Sebastian Shaw's expression.

The next moment, a powerful mental force invaded his mind. Senju Hashirama's illusion took effect, and the other Sebastian Shaw released his grip.

"Sage Art!"

The freed Senju Hashirama entered Sage Mode without hesitation. Endless plant roots surged from the earth, flooding the battlefield instantly.

"Birth of the Flower and Tree World!"

Empowered by Sage Chakra, the Flower and Tree World in Sage Mode was several times stronger than its ordinary form. The torrent of plant roots constricted wildly around Sebastian Shaw and his subordinates.

Chapter 274: I Hope Everything Goes Well For You!

Once the other Sebastian Shaw fell under the illusion's control, his energy-absorbing abilities became unusable. The surging sharp vines immediately pierced through his body.

"This is bad!"

The Red Devil who witnessed this horrifying scene found himself unable to defend as overwhelming plant roots surrounded him.

The White Queen was tightly ensnared by dense plant roots. Fortunately, she possessed the ability to transform her body into diamond for protection.

The rest of the other Sebastian Shaw's minions fared even worse—Senju Hashirama eliminated them all with a single devastating attack.

In the Chat Group

Sebastian Shaw: "What a pity! Had the White Queen and Red Devil been more vigilant, they wouldn't have suffered such a crushing defeat."

Uchiha Madara: "Don't be absurd! Though your abilities are unique, Hashirama's techniques are vastly more diverse than yours. No matter how desperately you struggle, you cannot match Hashirama."

Senju Tobirama: "Brother, what were you thinking? You could have avoided that embarrassing encounter earlier. Despite the Red Devil's formidable teleportation ability, Sebastian Shaw's attempt to embrace you was hardly swift."

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "It seems our ninja god is quite sympathetic. He fell for Sebastian Shaw, so he couldn't bring himself to evade him. @Uchiha Madara, feeling betrayed?"

Uchiha Madara: "Get lost! I wager Hashirama's brain simply malfunctioned, and he was caught while attempting to experience Sebastian Shaw's power firsthand."

Senju Hashirama: "Madara, you still understand me so well! My task is complete, and the reward is 100 Traverser Coins."

Sebastian Shaw: "The reward seems rather meager! A pair of Mangekyō Sharingan costs 3,000 Traverser Coins, yet defeating me and my subordinates only earns 100? This is hardly fair to Traversers!"

Senju Tobirama: "Indeed! Such a challenging task deserves greater compensation. That's unreasonable!"

Lucas: "It's not that the Traverser Space's compensation is unjust—Senju Hashirama's approach was excessive. There's no rule stating that a Traverser must defeat Sebastian Shaw and his associates through direct confrontation!"

Lucas: "Remember that Charles and Eric also exist in that world, plus two superpowers antagonistic toward mutants. Other traversers likely complete this mission through strategy, not by single-handedly confronting Sebastian Shaw head-on."

Senju Hashirama: "Strategy? Group Leader, are you suggesting I should have leveraged the strength of the two superpowers and Charles against Sebastian Shaw, then finished him before someone else could?"

Lucas: "Precisely! Your mission required that Sebastian Shaw die by your hand—his condition beforehand is irrelevant. You could have poisoned him. As long as you delivered the killing blow, you needn't have conquered him through direct combat."

Sebastian Shaw: "I understand! It seems my mission to protect Thor's eyes doesn't stipulate that he remain uninjured. Correct?"

Lucas: "Exactly!"

Sebastian Shaw: "That's reassuring! The goddess of death is formidable—even I'm not entirely confident I could defeat her. I initially thought my mission required preventing Thor's blindness and helping him overcome Hela. The difficulty of such a task would be extraordinary."

Lucas: "How far has the plot progressed on your end?"

Sebastian Shaw: "I encountered Hulk and Thor on a distant planet. The Traverser Space assigned me the identity of a wandering Asgardian warrior. I learned about Hela's situation directly from Thor."

Lucas: "I see! It appears Thor's Mjölnir has been destroyed by Hela, and he's about to unlock his true power."

Sebastian Shaw: "The God of Thunder fears electricity—I'm speechless. Worth noting that this world's Thor has more humor than the Thor from my world, though he seems considerably weaker."

Sebastian Shaw: "Parallel worlds naturally differ. It's normal for the same individual to vary across different realities. How do you recommend I complete my mission?"

Sebastian Shaw: "I plan to protect Thor directly. My abilities should counter Hela effectively. Additionally, I know her weakness—using the eternal flame to resurrect the fire giant destined to destroy Asgard, correct? I recall the Group Leader mentioning this."

Lucas: "It needn't be so complicated. You don't even need to concern yourself with Thor. Couldn't you simply travel to Asgard and resurrect the fire giant? With Hela eliminated, Thor's eyes remain safe."

Sebastian Shaw: "Won't that create problematic consequences?"

Lucas: "What consequences? Asgardian refugees unable to escape? Thor failing to unlock his powers? Remember, your world is a virtual construct created by the Traverser Space."

Sebastian Shaw: "That makes perfect sense!"

Lucas: "You must adjust your perspective. These virtual characters don't require your consideration. Completing your mission is paramount, even if that world suffers destruction, because it's merely an artificial reality."

Sebastian Shaw: "I understand completely!"

Sword God Ryuma: "Your assignments seem simpler than mine! To earn the world's greatest swordsman title, I must defeat Mihawk the Hawk-Eye through personal skill. I've spent considerable time in this virtual world without glimpsing Mihawk once."

Whitebeard: "Gurarararara! That's typical of that brat Mihawk—wandering the seas in his personal vessel makes him difficult to locate. However, the redhead Shanks likely maintains contact information. You should inquire with the Red Hair Pirates."

Whitebeard: "Of course! The Red Hair Pirates and Hawk-Eye Mihawk share a friendship—both enjoy roaming freely. If the Red Hair Pirates prove elusive, you might approach Marine Headquarters for Hawk-Eye Mihawk's contact details."

Shiki the Golden Lion: "Shihahahaha! Force Marine Headquarters to surrender a Warlord's contact information? Brilliant strategy. Whitebeard, are you deliberately sending Ryuma to his death?"

Pirate King Roger: "Shiki, why must you always resort to conflict? Obtaining a Warlord's contact information from Marine Headquarters doesn't necessitate confrontation!"

Senju Tobirama: "Sword God Ryuma ranks among the pirate world's strongest. Should he express willingness to join the Marines, they'd readily provide Mihawk's contact information."

Sword God Ryuma: "Would Marine Headquarters extend trust so easily?"

Lucas: "Create a persona—a swordsman determined to achieve swordsmanship's pinnacle. Inform Marine Headquarters that in exchange for Mihawk's contact information, you'll consider joining their ranks. Alternatively, perform services for them."

Fisher Tiger: "Exchanging favors for Mihawk's contact details would establish greater credibility with the Marines than offering immediate allegiance."

Lucas: "Naturally, a more direct approach exists. You could approach the World Economic News and publicly challenge Hawk-Eye Mihawk through their publication. As the world's foremost swordsman, Hawk-Eye Mihawk never shrinks from challenges."

Lucas: "However, before issuing such a challenge, establish your reputation across the seas. Hawk-Eye Mihawk likely dismisses challenges from unknown entities."

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "My assignment has appeared—I must travel to the 'Wolverine' world and eliminate the transformed Deadpool."

Uchiha Madara: "My mission has also emerged. I'm directed to the 'Deadpool 2' world to assist Deadpool in rescuing Russell."

Lucas: "Impressive... you've both received particularly challenging assignments. I sincerely hope everything proceeds well. Activate your broadcasts so I can monitor your progress."

Gengetsu Hōzuki materialized at a massive experimental facility where an exceptionally handsome man stood before him. The man's mouth was sewn shut, and experimental surgical scars covered his body.

The man calmly observed Gengetsu Hōzuki's sudden appearance, then instantaneously positioned himself behind Gengetsu and delivered an unceremonious punch.

In the Chat Group

Lucas: "Your fortune is truly unfortunate—immediate encounter with Deadpool. Gengetsu, your mission requires his destruction."

While engaged in combat with Deadpool, Gengetsu responded in exasperation: "This is remarkably unlucky, isn't it? I never anticipated resembling Senju Hashirama, compelled to employ brute force for task completion! If this world contains power I could utilize, I won't hesitate."

Lucas: "This world does possess powers that might assist you, but maintain realistic expectations. If possible, eliminate Deadpool personally!"

Senju Hashirama: "Gengetsu, given the Group Leader's recommendation, you shouldn't contemplate relying on external powers. We differ from other Traversers—our understanding of these task worlds remains insufficient."

Chapter 275: Don't Worry About the Subsequent Impact!

In the original plot, Deadpool with his multiple abilities was ultimately killed by Wolverine and Sabretooth working together.

Lucas found this outcome perplexing. How could Deadpool, possessing teleportation abilities, be dispatched so easily? Moreover, with Wolverine's self-healing factor incorporated into his being, Wolverine's adamantium claws shouldn't have been capable of delivering a fatal blow.

After careful deliberation, Lucas concluded that Deadpool's death at Wolverine's hands was simply a narrative necessity. If Gengetsu Hōzuki attempted to replicate this plot-mandated kill, success would be virtually impossible.

Since Gengetsu's mission specifically required him to eliminate Deadpool, while the original storyline demanded this be accomplished by Wolverine as the protagonist, using Wolverine as a proxy might not satisfy the Traverser Space's requirements.

Gengetsu Hōzuki battled fiercely against Deadpool, quickly finding himself at a disadvantage. His renowned Water Style ninjutsu failed to produce its typical effectiveness against this opponent.

"Water Cannon Technique!"

Gengetsu formed a seal with his right hand and launched his attack—a liquid bullet penetrated Deadpool's body.

Puff!

Though easily pierced by the water bullet, Deadpool remained unaffected. His body contorted slightly as the wound Gengetsu had just inflicted healed with remarkable speed.

In the Chat Group

Senju Tobirama: "Is this guy's self-healing capability truly so formidable? It seems even more potent than my elder brother's Sage Body."

Lucas: "Deadpool's self-healing factor originates from Wolverine, surpassing your elder brother's abilities in terms of preservation and recovery."

Senju Hashirama: "Impossible!"

Lucas: "Very possible! Beheading would prove fatal to you, but not to Wolverine. His self-healing factor exceeds anything you might imagine—even a single remaining cell could facilitate complete recovery."

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "Am I doomed then? I lack the means to destroy every cell in his body. How can I possibly defeat such an opponent?"

Uchiha Shisui: "Your current approach is definitely futile. Burns will undoubtedly be neutralized by his regenerative capabilities."

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "If only I possessed the Second Tsuchikage's—no, that bastard's Dust Release. I could certainly eliminate this super-regenerating menace. Group Leader, what strategy would you recommend?"

Howard Stark: "I have a suggestion! Can you control him? If so, consider chemical destruction."

Sebastian Shaw: "A solution of potent acid and alkali? That's indeed an effective approach against regenerating bodies. Submerge him completely—his cells will eventually disintegrate."

Tokiomi Tohsaka: "What about a nuclear bomb?"

Lucas: "Placing him at the explosion's epicenter should prove effective."

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "These methods lie beyond my capabilities. Is there a simpler alternative?"

Lucas: "Yes! One moment—I'll provide you with equipment."

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "What equipment?"

Lucas: "A scroll containing sealed Dust Release ninjutsu. Would that interest you?"

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "That's precisely what I need!"

Neither chemicals nor nuclear weapons appealed to Gengetsu. As a native of the ninja world, such concepts remained entirely foreign to him.

Dust Release, however, was different. Though it belonged to his mortal enemy, it remained a mystical technique from his homeland! Furthermore, Gengetsu's understanding of Dust Release was surpassed only by the Second Tsuchikage Mū and Third Tsuchikage Ōnoki, the technique's actual practitioners.

There's wisdom in the saying: your greatest enemy may understand you better than you understand yourself!

As the sworn adversary of Dust Release users, Gengetsu Hōzuki had dedicated considerable effort to studying this technique.

Lucas created a Dust Release scroll and entrusted it to one of his clones, instructing him to deliver it to Gengetsu.

"Water Style: Hidden Mist Technique!"

"Water Style: Sticky Water Technique!"

Upon receiving the scroll, Gengetsu Hōzuki immediately deployed two Water Style ninjutsu.

The Hidden Mist Technique generated thick fog, obscuring Deadpool's vision. Meanwhile, sticky water flowed beneath his feet, preventing teleportation escape. Though the sticky water couldn't restrain Deadpool indefinitely, a brief moment would suffice.

Gengetsu Hōzuki unfurled the scroll—brilliant dust and white light erupted. The surrounding mist, along with Deadpool within it, disintegrated at the molecular level, completely vanishing into nothingness.

In the Chat Group

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "Mission accomplished! Group Leader, why was I assigned such a challenging task? If Senju Hashirama's mission leveraged indigenous powers, mine was utterly unreasonable!"

Senju Hashirama: "Indeed! Without specialized techniques, destroying this self-healing monster would be impossible."

Howard Stark: "Not necessarily! Our suggestions—chemicals and nuclear weapons—represent perfectly viable methods for eliminating Deadpool."

Senju Tobirama: "Consider a newcomer to the Traverser Space. Even knowing such methods, how could they implement them? Deadpool wouldn't obligingly position himself at a nuclear explosion's center or in a chemical vat."

Lucas: "There is a solution! The Deadpool Gengetsu encountered was under external control. Locate the controlling computer, and you could manipulate his behavior."

Gengetsu Hōzuki: "I see—that's how ordinary Traversers resolve the Deadpool problem. But this facility is enormous. Regular Traversers must possess considerable capabilities to accomplish this, correct?"

Lucas: "Exactly! The Traverser Space evidently considered your abilities when assigning tasks. @Uchiha Madara, how is your situation progressing?"

Uchiha Madara: "I've located Deadpool, though the version in my world differs significantly from Gengetsu's. Fortunately, the Traverser Space provided identification guidance, otherwise recognition would have been challenging."

Lucas: "Variations between identical individuals across different worlds are normal. Activate your broadcast so we can observe your interaction. Deadpool possesses a unique character—I'm curious about his reaction to you."

Uchiha Madara: "Very well!"

After initiating the broadcast, Uchiha Madara approached Deadpool. Upon seeing Uchiha Madara, Deadpool registered surprise and couldn't help asking: "Uchiha Madara? Are you cosplaying, or is the authentic Uchiha Madara from the Ninja World crossing into my universe?"

In the chat group, Uchiha Madara responded with astonishment: "What's happening with this Deadpool?"

Lucas: "Have I mentioned this before? Events in your world appear as comic narratives in certain realms. Deadpool recognizes your world's existence, but views both his world and yours as fictional constructs. He believes comic writers created both worlds."

Uchiha Madara: "Is there anything problematic with that perspective? Identical manga created by different authors across different worlds, yet containing exactly the same content—this raises a fundamental question: who truly created these worlds?"

Lucas: "You could employ this theory to convince him his world isn't virtual. Ironically, the world he inhabits is indeed virtual. There's no escaping it—the Traverser Space created him based on an actual reality."

Uchiha Madara: "I lack both interest and aptitude for enlightening others."

Senju Tobirama: "Indeed! Madara excels as a behind-the-scenes manipulator, but expecting him to open people's hearts is unrealistic."

Senju Hashirama: "Enough! Since Madara has no desire to address Deadpool's existential crisis, Group Leader should advise him on mission completion! As Traversers unfamiliar with these storylines, such missions prove extremely challenging."

Lucas: "Madara's world contains mutants who face discrimination and oppression. A young boy named Russell possesses extreme heat generation abilities. He's endured abuse from ordinary humans since childhood."

Lucas: "Following certain events, he decides to transform himself—first killing the orphanage director who abused him, then becoming a killer who eliminates anyone he dislikes. Madara's assignment is to prevent this transformation."

Meanwhile, Deadpool continued chattering in the virtual world: "Why enter my world uninvited? Don't you understand that's incredibly impolite? Crossing into others' universes requires proper copyright clearance. Did you secure the necessary permissions beforehand?"

Uchiha Madara: "Must I really collaborate with this individual to fulfill my mission? I'm tempted to eliminate him immediately. Now I comprehend why Deadpool's mouth was sewn shut in Gengetsu's world."

Lucas: "His legendary verbosity overwhelmed his transformer. You could control him with genjutsu. This Deadpool is substantially weaker than Gengetsu's opponent."

Uchiha Madara: "Excellent suggestion! Where is this Russell? I'll attend to his education."

Senju Hashirama: "What are you planning?"

Uchiha Madara: "Persuasion isn't my strength, so I'll attempt genjutsu. Should that fail, I'll resort to physical persuasion!"

Uchiha Madara's definition of "physical persuasion" was abundantly clear.

Irisviel: "Isn't that excessively harsh? According to the Group Leader, the child's transformation stemmed from unbearable abuse."

Uchiha Madara: "Very well! To reinforce my persuasion, I can assist with his vengeance. But that's my limit. I believe a sound thrashing can transform a person. He wishes to act on impulse, killing indiscriminately? I'll simply provide him an advance taste of such reckless behavior's consequences."

Uchiha Madara: "Besides, this is merely a virtual world. Once you complete the assigned task, you needn't concern yourself with subsequent repercussions."