After exiting the System Space, Ye Liang opened his eyes from a pretended meditation.
He wasn't the least bit rushed.
If the system really could run ten thousand simulations a day!
Perhaps after many years, he really could obtain some terrifying cultivation techniques!
"Hinata is learning quickly!" He glanced at Hinata again. She had already somewhat mastered the Leaf Dragon God move!
This was the very first step he taught her!
Once she completed this foundational move, he could then ask Chen Baojun to develop it further toward ancient manuals like the Nine Yin and Nine Yang Manuscripts, Toad Style, or Yi Jin Jing!
Originally, he thought he could only teach the Nine Yin Manual, but inside Ye Liang's System, the collection of martial arts manuals seemed all encoded with three-digit passwords.
It took just a few days to decipher one!
Imagine if he founded his own school—perhaps that dream could actually come true.
He left the Rear Mountainous Area.
Now, he had new plans.
Even before entering the spiritual space, Ye Liang had sensed movements from the Flying Thunder God.
The Flying Thunder God had news.
The clone hidden inside Konan's paper bird had detected an extremely powerful presence.
"So they've finally gathered, huh? This time I'll make sure to catch them all."
In the blink of an eye, Ye Liang's figure vanished.
Half a month later.
Kasumi Country!
A small nation appearing only in Boruto's story. The power of Kasumi Valley was extremely weak. Nevertheless, even so, there hid a very secret ninja village here.
Kasumi Ninja Village!
Kasumi ninjas specialized in self-sacrificing secret technique!
Or rather, they specialized in creating Kinjutsu themselves. However, compared to Tobirama's version, their "Kinjutsu" were terribly pathetic.
All of them required life as a sacrifice—you either died, or you dragged your enemy down with you!
Either way... everyone dies.
Ye Liang arrived here.
The Flying Thunder God's final trace had been detected in this location, though now it had completely vanished.
"It seems they've been discovered!" Ye Liang said seriously. Disguised as a traveling merchant, he quietly walked inside.
"Did you hear that? Princess Shaw is holding a martial arts contest for marriage today to choose her husband, and many capable people have already gone!"
"What?! You mean *that* Princess Shaw? Isn't she the Daimyo's beloved daughter? How would she possibly choose a spouse this way?"
"I don't know, but we might as well go and see! Who knows, maybe my luck will strike—I'd be laughing even in my dreams!"
"Hehe!"
Two pedestrians passed by.
Ye Liang's heart stirred.
A marriage contest?
His curiosity piqued, he decided to go check it out.
Following the two strangers, he soon reached the depths of Kasumi Country.
This should be the city center—the most noticeable structure was the arena located right in the middle of the plaza, surrounded by crowds.
"Let me see if there are any traces of Akatsuki around here." Ye Liang raised his head and scanned the central arena. "That woman in the middle looks quite charming—fair skin, beautiful face, luscious lips, and a bright smile! Is that the Princess Shaw?"
As Ye Liang wondered, the woman stepped onto the arena stage.
"Ladies and gentlemen, thank you all for gracing us with your presence and showing respect to our humble country. Although ours is a small nation, the princess's marriage remains a significant event. Please treat this matter with seriousness and sincerity."
"Oh, she's just the hostess," Ye Liang suddenly realized.
He couldn't care less.
Not long after, a palanquin approached from afar.
Surrounding it were bodyguards dispersing the crowd, much like a celebrity's arrival today. What a bore!
Ye Liang cast a quick glance.
From the emblem atop the palanquin, these people must be from the Daimyo's mansion. The palanquin was extravagant and luxurious, with a sun emblem on top—this was the mark of regional Daimyos!
"I wonder what she looks like. I wouldn't have hesitated otherwise," Ye Liang muttered softly.
At that moment,
a dark-skinned ninja wearing a forehead protector approached.
"Brother must be new around here. This Princess Shaw is the cutest princess among the neighboring small countries. Rumor says she just turned eighteen this year. Too bad about the rebellion overthrowing the throne, or else she wouldn't have to marry so early."
"Rebellion overthrowing the throne? What do you mean?" Ye Liang hurriedly asked.
"You don't even know that?" Hearing Ye Liang's words, the dark-skinned ninja cautiously introduced himself as Heiluyi and leaned in closer.
"Apparently, the Daimyo of Kasumi Country lacked leadership, so his own power-hungry minister imprisoned him. This minister defied his superiors and sought to marry Princess Shaw — hence this ridiculous martial arts contest for suitors!"
The dark-skinned ninja glanced around cautiously again before continuing, "The minister hasn't fully seized control yet. Once Princess Shaw is married, he wouldn't dare openly challenge the new groom."
"Is that so!" Ye Liang was taken aback. He bowed respectfully to the ninja, "My name is Ye Liang. Might I ask what your name is, brother?"
"Haha, just call me Heiluyi."
"Heiluyi? You're from Kumo Village?" Ye Liang suddenly asked.
People from Kumo Village were all dark-skinned, and they usually liked adding 'ui' at the end of their names, making them easy to recognize.
"Brother, you know about our Kumo Village?"
"Of course! Your Kumo Village is a major village. Unlike me, I'm just a minor ninja from Otogakure with little reputation."
"Haha, you don't need to be so humble. As long as one has strong abilities, the size of the village doesn't really matter," Heiluyi proudly comforted Ye Liang.
Not long after,
Princess Shaw emerged from the luxurious palanquin and stepped onto the arena. She was veiled, concealing her features.
"Everyone! The competition rules are..."
What a pity...
Ye Liang's original idea of enjoying the view immediately vanished.
This tournament was simple.
It would last for three days!
Whoever still stood on the arena by the end would claim the prize!
"Brother Ye Liang, aren't you going to go up there and give it a try?"
Heiluyi looked at the empty arena and teased Ye Liang playfully.
"Haha, I want to too. But now, if I go up there, how could I possibly last till the third day? Better to wait and pick up the pieces later."
Ye Liang fell into thought.
This martial arts contest rule was flawed!
Three whole days!
Even someone as strong as Ye Liang couldn't possibly dominate the arena nonstop for three days!
It required not only energy but also time to eat!
"Haha, if you're not going up, I'll go first then," Heiluyi teased again and was the first to jump onto the arena.
"This kid sure is confident."
Ye Liang stood below, arms crossed, beginning to observe.
At this moment, the area above remained eerily silent.
It looked like Ye Liang wasn't the only one who'd noticed the issue — everyone else probably had too.
No one was confident enough to dominate the arena for three whole days!
"Haha, you all boast about wanting to marry the Princess, yet none of you even dare to step onto the stage first! If that's all the courage you've got, why don't you go back home and drink your milk?" Heiluyi taunted with a sneer.
Ye Liang sensed something was off.
To his shock, he noticed that while Heiluyi was showing off, the judge standing beside the arena actually revealed a gleam of delight in his eyes.
That wasn't right either!
The duel hadn't even started yet!
Could it be the rules had other twists?
Ye Liang began pondering again.
"That's it! The previous rule stated that whoever stayed on the stage the longest would get the final reward, but it never said that the last one standing could marry the Princess!"
A sudden realization hit him.
"This competition is based on performance, not fighting records!"
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