With Kakashi now present in the chat space, Ryan and the others had been waiting for quite some time. "Come, Kakashi! It's your turn," Ryan called out. Curiously, Kakashi took a seat beside Obito, his eyes fixed on the chat group space in front of him.
With Kakashi settled in and everyone else present, their attention shifted to the central light curtain on the conference table. This was the most exciting moment—the reward announcement.
Amidst heated discussions, a sudden change occurred in the light curtain, capturing everyone's breath. Their eyes widened as they anxiously read the words gradually appearing on the curtain.
[Reward settlement completed!]
[First Place: Fourth Hokage Ryan World]
[Optional rewards: choose three out of five]
[Reward 1: Amenominaka: Amenominaka is a space-time ninjutsu that allows the user to create a dimensional portal, enabling them to teleport themselves and others to different locations. It provides fast and efficient transportation over long distances.]
[Reward 2: King of Hell: The King of Hell is a summoning technique for Shinigami. It resides in the underworld and can be summoned by the user to judge and interrogate souls. It has the ability to heal injuries and extract information.]
[Reward 3: Eighty Gods Vacuum Attack: This technique can be used both offensively and defensively. Combined with Byakugan, this ability has the potential to wreak havoc on the battlefield and is considered its strongest offensive ability. Not only was it strong enough to cause massive shock-waves upon impact, but it could also destroy a Six Paths Chakra Complete Susanoo easily. The speed of this attack leaves no room for its target to escape.]
[Reward 4: A can of Senzu beans (instantly restores all injuries and physical strength)]
[Reward 5: A random Devil Fruit with no side effects]
As the rewards were listed on the light curtain, the first three choices sparked curiosity and doubt among the group. Only Ryan's eyes gleamed brightly. No one else in the room understood the true horror behind these three techniques.
Little did they know that these were exactly what Ryan needed the most. Despite already possessing the Logia Glint Glint Fruit Devil Fruit, Ryan was particularly drawn to these three rewards.
They offered the greatest potential for personal improvement. In the Hokage world, individuals who possessed these techniques were often revered as "gods." Ryan didn't hesitate in making his choice. "I choose rewards one, two, and three!"
[Choice successful!]
[Congratulations on acquiring Amenominaka, The King of Hell, and Eighty Gods Vacuum Attack!]
[Rewards will be issued after the meeting concludes!]
Ryan had made his decision, and everyone eagerly looked at the introductions of the three techniques, gaining a glimpse of their potential power.
It was clear that they were not simple techniques.
The description of the Eighty Gods Vacuum Attack as a move that shook the very atmosphere demonstrated its terrifying might. Everyone looked at Ryan with envy, further fueling their desire to claim the top spot in the future.
With the first-place rewards selection complete, the moment arrived for the second-place Uchiha Madara to make his choice.
He set aside his aloof attitude and stared intently at the light curtain before him. After witnessing the great rewards Ryan had obtained, Madara also harbored a sense of anticipation.
[Second Place: Parallel World, First Hokage Uchiha Madara World]
[Optional Rewards: Choose Two out of Three]
[Reward 1: Hashirama Sage Physique]
[Reward 2: Perfect Byakugan synchronization.]
[Reward 3: A can of Senzu beans]
As the rewards appeared, Madara already had the answer in his heart. The first reward—Hashirama's Sage Body—was the ultimate prize. The mere thought of obtaining Hashirama's body ignited an overwhelming excitement within him.
A smile formed at the corner of Madara's mouth, barely containing his elation. As for the two other rewards, Byakugan and Senzu beans,
Madara felt a pang of envy, especially after witnessing Obito's impressive display. This made the Senzu beans all the more desirable to him.
If I use these beans I and my brother Izuna can get Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan.
"I choose Hashirama Sage Physique and the Senzu beans! Hurry up and give me my rewards! Give them to me now!" Madara eagerly exclaimed, unable to contain his excitement. However, there was no response yet.
On the sidelines, including Ryan, everyone's gaze darted back and forth between Hashirama and Madara. In their minds, a faint image appeared—a picture of Madara and Hashirama standing side by side. The mere thought sent shivers down their spines.
[Choice successful!]
[Congratulations on acquiring Hashirama's Sage Body and a can of Senzu beans!]
[Rewards will be issued after the meeting concludes!]
"Is it only available after the meeting?" Madara questioned, realizing that the rewards were not immediately accessible. He appeared momentarily lost but quickly regained her composure upon noticing the curious gazes of those around him. Clearing his throat, he redirected their attention.
"Ahem, let's move on to the third place!"
Curiosity piqued, everyone turned their attention back to the light curtain, eagerly awaiting the revelation of the third-place reward.
[Third Place: Second Hokage Senju Tobirama World]
[Optional Rewards: Choose One of Two]
[Reward: Random Devil Fruit with no side effects]
[Reward 2: A can of Senzu beans]
Tobirama furrowed his brows as he pondered the two choices. His eyes lingered on the rewards, uncertain of which to select. "Ryan, is there any side-effect of Devil Fruit, and what about the ability?" he asked, seeking clarification.
"Yes, the ability you obtain is entirely based on luck," Ryan replied.
Receiving this answer, Tobirama quickly ruled out the Devil Fruit option.
As a scientific researcher and having witnessed Obito's operations, he became increasingly interested in Senzu beans.
Moreover, with his recent acquisition of the Sharingan, Tobirama realized he could potentially use the Senzu beans to elevate it to the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, greatly enhancing his strength.
The risk of obtaining an undesirable ability from the Devil Fruit outweighed its potential benefits. Tobirama made his decision without hesitation. "I choose Senzu beans!"
[Choice successful!]
[Congratulations on acquiring a can of Senzu beans!]
[Rewards will be issued after the meeting concludes!]
Tobirama had another plan for the Senzu beans reward. Upon returning to his own world, he intended to conduct experiments to determine if they could be grown, thus providing a steady supply of Senzu beans. However, such experiments would have to wait for another time.
With Tobirama's selection complete, the guaranteed rewards for the remaining worlds were announced:
[Fourth Place: First Hokage Senju Hashirama Receives a Guaranteed Reward]
[Reward: Random Devil Fruit with no side effects]
[Fifth Place: Sixth Hokage Uchiha Obito Receives a Guaranteed Reward]
[Reward: Random Devil Fruit with no side effects]
[Sixth Place: Road to Ninja Tsunade Receives a Guaranteed Reward]
[Reward: Random Devil Fruit with no side effects]
[Seventh Place: The Fifth Hokage Tsunade World Receives a Guaranteed Reward]
[Reward: Random Devil Fruit with no side effects]
[Eighth Place: Fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato World Receives Guaranteed Rewards]
[Reward: Random Devil Fruit with no side effects]
[Ninth Place: Fifth Hokage Hatake Kakashi from the original Third Hokage World Receives a Guaranteed Reward.]
[Reward: Random Devil Fruit with no side effects]
Upon seeing the guaranteed rewards—random Devil fruits—everyone's excitement grew. "Can these fruits produce the same strength as your Glint Glint fruit Ryan had in the previous meeting?" someone questioned.
"Theoretically, it is possible," Ryan replied.
Hearing this response, the excitement among the group intensified. Kakashi, who had recently joined the chat group, found himself unexpectedly rewarded. The sight of Obito by his side ignited a strong fighting spirit within Kakashi.
"Obito, just wait; I'll catch up to you!"
"Hahaha! I'll be waiting, Kakashi! But my goal is to be the group leader!" Obito playfully responded.
As everyone continued to discuss their rewards, Ryan noticed Uchiha Madara growing increasingly anxious. It was clear that his thoughts were consumed by acquiring Hashirama's body upon his return.
Observing the rest of the group engrossed in their own thoughts, Ryan decided it was time to conclude the meeting. "If there are no further questions, we will end the meeting here," he announced.
"Of course, once we return, the chat group's new function will be activated," Ryan continued. "The task at hand has been completed, so even outside the meeting time, everyone can communicate with each other directly!"
Ryan's words sparked excitement among the group. The enabled communication feature was highly anticipated, as it would facilitate rapid progress through inter-world collaboration. After a few more exchanges, the chat group fell silent once again. Ryan seized the opportunity to swiftly conclude the meeting. "So, everyone, see you at the next meeting!!"
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