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Chapter 1293: Sasori of the Red Sand Released from Prison!
Just as Doflamingo and the others were holding their meeting, far away in the Ninja World, Im was also reviewing the 'Reform Plan for the Second Myriad Worlds Top 100 Combat Power Tournament'.
The general process was as follows: first, a 'Selection Trial' would be conducted through a Physical Fitness Assessment. Then, the contestants who stood out from the major Competition Zones would be sent to the Canberra Continent in the Giant World. There, they would enter the 'Reincarnation Paradise' for the second round of competition.
The content of the competition was to obtain different scores by defeating different targets within a specified time. For example, a Kabaneri would be worth one point, an Oni five points, and a Pure Titan ten points. In addition, there were Danger Beasts from the Imperial Arms World, Magic Beasts from the Familiar of Zero World, and the 'Farmart World Sea Monster' that Doflamingo had mentioned. They would all be assigned scores based on their danger level and distributed throughout the various Zones of the 'Reincarnation Paradise'. Contestants could choose which Zone to hunt in. This way, there might still be casualties, but the scale would certainly not be as large as a 'Battle Royale'. The top one hundred in final scores would enter the third round of competition, which was the 'Top 100 Competition'. At that time, they would come to the World and participate in one-on-one Elimination Rounds to determine their final rankings!
After reading it, Im expressed satisfaction. This competition format could be continued. It was just a pity that the 'Battle Royale' and 'Ice Fire Island' were gone. The former was too cruel. As for the latter... the people of this World seemed to prefer one-on-one Duels between Experts over five-on-five. If that was the case, then so be it. As the Ruler of the World Government, Im only hoped that the Competition would produce some eye-catching Experts. Immediately, he stopped paying attention to this matter and opened a Report sent by the Academy of Science, which was said to be written by Doctor Stylish.
Sea Star Mainland.
Underground Level 3 of Impel Down Great Prison, this was the 'Starvation Hell'. Due to the heat rising from the 'Blazing Hell' on the lower levels, it was extremely stuffy and hot here. Coupled with the torment of almost no water or food, the prisoners in the prison cells were all in a half-dead state. Therefore, the prisoners here were the most obedient, as they didn't even have the strength to speak.
[Thump, thump, thump]
Hanzo, dressed in a black uniform, led two jailers behind him, one from the Chinoike Clan and the other from the Iburi Clan. Under the gaze of countless numb and lifeless eyes, they walked to the cell door of a prison cell and looked at the red-haired young man sitting alone inside.
"Sasori, come out. Your grandmother Chiyo is here to see you..."
Although Hanzo no longer wore a gas mask, his voice still sounded gloomy. He was initially very curious about this genius young man who was said to have assassinated the Third Kazekage. So, he would come and visit Sasori from time to time, chat about matters in the Ninja World, and bring him some food and water. Hanzo wasn't worried that Sasori recovering his stamina would cause trouble. His puppets had long been confiscated, and besides the chains, he had been marked with 'Fire Release: Heavenly Prison', making it impossible for him to use Chakra.
"Grandmother Chiyo..." Sasori stood up in surprise and walked to the cell door made of iron bars. "How did she know I was here?"
"It should have been revealed by the Sea Ninja Village. After all, your grandmother is now the Principal of the Puppetry Specialization Ninja High School. It wouldn't be appropriate to keep it from her forever." Hanzo said in a deep voice to Sasori inside the prison cell while having the Chinoike Clan jailer behind him open the cell door.
"Then I..."
"Yes, you'll most likely be leaving here. Congratulations." Hanzo showed an unpleasant smile.
Sasori's crime was helping Black Zetsu resist the World Government. But strictly speaking, it could also be said he was helping the Ninja World resist the World Government. Now, the World Government no longer heavily punishes such actions. After all, if you invade others and don't allow them to resist, that's too overbearing. However, if one continues to oppose the World Government after a formal ruling relationship is established, then the nature of the crime becomes much worse. Sasori had been here for several months, and coupled with his underage identity, the punishment was sufficient. That's why the World Government allowed the Sea Ninja Village to reveal Sasori's identity to Chiyo.
[Clang!]
The cell door opened, and Sasori walked out of the prison cell with a complex mood. He wasn't sure how to face Chiyo. After all, he was only thirteen years old this year. Assassinating the Kazekage and running away from home were just things that happened last year. He truly hadn't expected things to develop like this. The appearance of the World Government was truly sudden and unbelievable.
On the other side, in the reception room on the Sea Level Floor.
The slightly younger Chiyo sat on the soft sofa with a nervous mood, occasionally glancing at the closed door. Beside her was the former Fourth Kazekage, now the Kazekage of the Sea Ninja Village, Rasa. He was accompanying Chiyo on behalf of the Sea Ninja Village this time. Because Chiyo, as a Principal, strictly speaking, belonged to the Shinobi Sect in the Ninja World. He also held the idea of seeing Sasori, hoping to bring him back to the Sea Ninja Village. As for the crime of killing the Third Kazekage, if it were before, Rasa might have been very angry, as Sasori had caused great trouble for Sunagakure. But now even Sunagakure was gone; these things had long become like smoke passing before one's eyes.
A moment later, the door was suddenly opened. This caused Chiyo, who had been waiting for a long time, to suddenly stand up, looking with delight at the red-haired young man who came into view. At this moment, her eyes welled up with tears. Covering her face with her hands, she was overcome with emotion. Finally, she quickly rushed over and tightly hugged Sasori, continuously murmuring.
"Sasori, Sasori, is it really you? My grandson..."
Since her daughter and son-in-law died at the hands of Hatake Sakumo, she only had her brother Ebizo and her grandson left as family. Before, Chiyo thought Sasori had also died, which left her heartbroken and gradually made her personality extreme. But a few days ago, someone from the Sea Ninja Village called and told her that Sasori was still alive, but was imprisoned in Impel Down on the World. At the same time, she learned the whole story, including Sasori poisoning the Third Kazekage. This plunged Chiyo into shock again, but soon she felt immense delight. Now she only cared that her grandson was alive. As for the Third Kazekage, she didn't care!
"I'm sorry, I disappointed you, Grandmother..."
Feeling the warm tears on his cheek, Sasori softly apologized to Chiyo who was holding him. "I just hoped to live forever, unlike Father and Mother who passed away so easily. This required human experimentation, and it was impossible in Sunagakure at the time..."
But before Sasori could finish speaking, Chiyo, crying, stroked his face and said in a choked whisper: "I know, I know. Your idea, Grandmother knows it all."
"Grandmother doesn't blame you, really. As long as you live well, that's the best result."
"As for eternal life, child, for the World Government, it won't be something difficult to achieve. Even if not now, there will definitely be an opportunity in the future."
"So promise Grandmother, don't resist the World Government anymore, okay?"
Speaking of this, Chiyo's tone already carried a hint of pleading. She was truly afraid that Sasori would take things hard and continue to oppose the World Government. That would truly be too despair-inducing. Fortunately, Sasori had no reason to be at odds with the World Government, so he immediately nodded and agreed to his grandmother.
"Okay, I'm actually looking forward to future life."
"That's great!" Chiyo smiled through her tears.
At this moment, Rasa, who was behind them, asked with a smile, "Sasori is thirteen this year. According to the regulations, he has to go back to the Ninja World for school. After graduation, he can come to our Sea Ninja Village."
But before Sasori could speak, another figure walked into the room and gave the answer for him.
"Kazekage Rasa, that won't do. Instructions have come from the higher-ups. Sasori is to stay and study at our Biochemical Research Institute."
Chiyo and Rasa looked up. They saw an old man wearing a white coat, accompanied by Magellan, come into view. Magellan said in a deep voice, "This is the Dean of the Biochemical Research Institute, Dr. Fritz."
"Biochemical Research Institute? Doesn't that mean Sasori has to stay here in Impel Down?!"
Chiyo stood up, looking at the two with surprise, her tone clearly showing dissatisfaction. She truly didn't want her grandson to stay in this Great Prison any longer.
"Sasori has high scientific research talent. Coming here is the best choice for him. Moreover, this is a decision from the higher-ups, Principal Chiyo..." Dr. Fritz said calmly, while also observing the young boy in front of him. He was actually quite puzzled as well. According to the data, Sasori's talent should be in manufacturing puppets. Then he should logically go to the Materials Research Institute or the Weapons Research Institute. Why was he arranged to the Biochemical Research Institute? And he was specifically instructed to focus on teaching Sasori Human Body Modification Technology. At the same time, he was to continue letting him delve into 'Human Puppet Manufacturing Technology' and Hundred Legs's 'Puppetization Regeneration Core Technology'. But since it was an instruction from the higher-ups, Dr. Fritz could only comply. Perhaps he could have Hiruko or Orochimaru teach Sasori. They were both Ninja World people and should be easier to communicate with. He could also ask Queen, who was also skilled in Human Body Modification Technology, to help with the teaching...
(End of Chapter)
Just as Doflamingo and the others were holding their meeting, far away in the Ninja World, Im was also reviewing the 'Reform Plan for the Second Myriad Worlds Top 100 Combat Power Tournament'.
The general process was as follows: first, a 'Selection Trial' would be conducted through a Physical Fitness Assessment. Then, the contestants who stood out from the major Competition Zones would be sent to the Canberra Continent in the Giant World. There, they would enter the 'Reincarnation Paradise' for the second round of competition.
The content of the competition was to obtain different scores by defeating different targets within a specified time. For example, a Kabaneri would be worth one point, an Oni five points, and a Pure Titan ten points. In addition, there were Danger Beasts from the Imperial Arms World, Magic Beasts from the Familiar of Zero World, and the 'Farmart World Sea Monster' that Doflamingo had mentioned. They would all be assigned scores based on their danger level and distributed throughout the various Zones of the 'Reincarnation Paradise'. Contestants could choose which Zone to hunt in. This way, there might still be casualties, but the scale would certainly not be as large as a 'Battle Royale'. The top one hundred in final scores would enter the third round of competition, which was the 'Top 100 Competition'. At that time, they would come to the World and participate in one-on-one Elimination Rounds to determine their final rankings!
After reading it, Im expressed satisfaction. This competition format could be continued. It was just a pity that the 'Battle Royale' and 'Ice Fire Island' were gone. The former was too cruel. As for the latter... the people of this World seemed to prefer one-on-one Duels between Experts over five-on-five. If that was the case, then so be it. As the Ruler of the World Government, Im only hoped that the Competition would produce some eye-catching Experts. Immediately, he stopped paying attention to this matter and opened a Report sent by the Academy of Science, which was said to be written by Doctor Stylish.
Sea Star Mainland.
Underground Level 3 of Impel Down Great Prison, this was the 'Starvation Hell'. Due to the heat rising from the 'Blazing Hell' on the lower levels, it was extremely stuffy and hot here. Coupled with the torment of almost no water or food, the prisoners in the prison cells were all in a half-dead state. Therefore, the prisoners here were the most obedient, as they didn't even have the strength to speak.
[Thump, thump, thump]
Hanzo, dressed in a black uniform, led two jailers behind him, one from the Chinoike Clan and the other from the Iburi Clan. Under the gaze of countless numb and lifeless eyes, they walked to the cell door of a prison cell and looked at the red-haired young man sitting alone inside.
"Sasori, come out. Your grandmother Chiyo is here to see you..."
Although Hanzo no longer wore a gas mask, his voice still sounded gloomy. He was initially very curious about this genius young man who was said to have assassinated the Third Kazekage. So, he would come and visit Sasori from time to time, chat about matters in the Ninja World, and bring him some food and water. Hanzo wasn't worried that Sasori recovering his stamina would cause trouble. His puppets had long been confiscated, and besides the chains, he had been marked with 'Fire Release: Heavenly Prison', making it impossible for him to use Chakra.
"Grandmother Chiyo..." Sasori stood up in surprise and walked to the cell door made of iron bars. "How did she know I was here?"
"It should have been revealed by the Sea Ninja Village. After all, your grandmother is now the Principal of the Puppetry Specialization Ninja High School. It wouldn't be appropriate to keep it from her forever." Hanzo said in a deep voice to Sasori inside the prison cell while having the Chinoike Clan jailer behind him open the cell door.
"Then I..."
"Yes, you'll most likely be leaving here. Congratulations." Hanzo showed an unpleasant smile.
Sasori's crime was helping Black Zetsu resist the World Government. But strictly speaking, it could also be said he was helping the Ninja World resist the World Government. Now, the World Government no longer heavily punishes such actions. After all, if you invade others and don't allow them to resist, that's too overbearing. However, if one continues to oppose the World Government after a formal ruling relationship is established, then the nature of the crime becomes much worse. Sasori had been here for several months, and coupled with his underage identity, the punishment was sufficient. That's why the World Government allowed the Sea Ninja Village to reveal Sasori's identity to Chiyo.
[Clang!]
The cell door opened, and Sasori walked out of the prison cell with a complex mood. He wasn't sure how to face Chiyo. After all, he was only thirteen years old this year. Assassinating the Kazekage and running away from home were just things that happened last year. He truly hadn't expected things to develop like this. The appearance of the World Government was truly sudden and unbelievable.
On the other side, in the reception room on the Sea Level Floor.
The slightly younger Chiyo sat on the soft sofa with a nervous mood, occasionally glancing at the closed door. Beside her was the former Fourth Kazekage, now the Kazekage of the Sea Ninja Village, Rasa. He was accompanying Chiyo on behalf of the Sea Ninja Village this time. Because Chiyo, as a Principal, strictly speaking, belonged to the Shinobi Sect in the Ninja World. He also held the idea of seeing Sasori, hoping to bring him back to the Sea Ninja Village. As for the crime of killing the Third Kazekage, if it were before, Rasa might have been very angry, as Sasori had caused great trouble for Sunagakure. But now even Sunagakure was gone; these things had long become like smoke passing before one's eyes.
A moment later, the door was suddenly opened. This caused Chiyo, who had been waiting for a long time, to suddenly stand up, looking with delight at the red-haired young man who came into view. At this moment, her eyes welled up with tears. Covering her face with her hands, she was overcome with emotion. Finally, she quickly rushed over and tightly hugged Sasori, continuously murmuring.
"Sasori, Sasori, is it really you? My grandson..."
Since her daughter and son-in-law died at the hands of Hatake Sakumo, she only had her brother Ebizo and her grandson left as family. Before, Chiyo thought Sasori had also died, which left her heartbroken and gradually made her personality extreme. But a few days ago, someone from the Sea Ninja Village called and told her that Sasori was still alive, but was imprisoned in Impel Down on the World. At the same time, she learned the whole story, including Sasori poisoning the Third Kazekage. This plunged Chiyo into shock again, but soon she felt immense delight. Now she only cared that her grandson was alive. As for the Third Kazekage, she didn't care!
"I'm sorry, I disappointed you, Grandmother..."
Feeling the warm tears on his cheek, Sasori softly apologized to Chiyo who was holding him. "I just hoped to live forever, unlike Father and Mother who passed away so easily. This required human experimentation, and it was impossible in Sunagakure at the time..."
But before Sasori could finish speaking, Chiyo, crying, stroked his face and said in a choked whisper: "I know, I know. Your idea, Grandmother knows it all."
"Grandmother doesn't blame you, really. As long as you live well, that's the best result."
"As for eternal life, child, for the World Government, it won't be something difficult to achieve. Even if not now, there will definitely be an opportunity in the future."
"So promise Grandmother, don't resist the World Government anymore, okay?"
Speaking of this, Chiyo's tone already carried a hint of pleading. She was truly afraid that Sasori would take things hard and continue to oppose the World Government. That would truly be too despair-inducing. Fortunately, Sasori had no reason to be at odds with the World Government, so he immediately nodded and agreed to his grandmother.
"Okay, I'm actually looking forward to future life."
"That's great!" Chiyo smiled through her tears.
At this moment, Rasa, who was behind them, asked with a smile, "Sasori is thirteen this year. According to the regulations, he has to go back to the Ninja World for school. After graduation, he can come to our Sea Ninja Village."
But before Sasori could speak, another figure walked into the room and gave the answer for him.
"Kazekage Rasa, that won't do. Instructions have come from the higher-ups. Sasori is to stay and study at our Biochemical Research Institute."
Chiyo and Rasa looked up. They saw an old man wearing a white coat, accompanied by Magellan, come into view. Magellan said in a deep voice, "This is the Dean of the Biochemical Research Institute, Dr. Fritz."
"Biochemical Research Institute? Doesn't that mean Sasori has to stay here in Impel Down?!"
Chiyo stood up, looking at the two with surprise, her tone clearly showing dissatisfaction. She truly didn't want her grandson to stay in this Great Prison any longer.
"Sasori has high scientific research talent. Coming here is the best choice for him. Moreover, this is a decision from the higher-ups, Principal Chiyo..." Dr. Fritz said calmly, while also observing the young boy in front of him. He was actually quite puzzled as well. According to the data, Sasori's talent should be in manufacturing puppets. Then he should logically go to the Materials Research Institute or the Weapons Research Institute. Why was he arranged to the Biochemical Research Institute? And he was specifically instructed to focus on teaching Sasori Human Body Modification Technology. At the same time, he was to continue letting him delve into 'Human Puppet Manufacturing Technology' and Hundred Legs's 'Puppetization Regeneration Core Technology'. But since it was an instruction from the higher-ups, Dr. Fritz could only comply. Perhaps he could have Hiruko or Orochimaru teach Sasori. They were both Ninja World people and should be easier to communicate with. He could also ask Queen, who was also skilled in Human Body Modification Technology, to help with the teaching...
(End of Chapter)
