Naruto: Cultivating to Immortality

Chapter 105 State of Mind

Setting down the last scroll in his hand, Hyuga Kanan strode out of the collection room.

Stepping outside, the warm sunlight streamed through the roof of the building, shining directly onto Hyuga Kanan. Having spent so long in the dimly lit storage room, the sunlight made Kanan squint, and he felt a little uncomfortable.

He stretched his body, feeling the natural fluctuations between heaven and earth, and breathing in the sweet air outside. Having found a path and direction to quickly improve himself, Hyuga Kanan's mind became clear. He couldn't help but think that he had never felt so relaxed since he came into this world, enjoying the thrill of improvement.

Time flies like an arrow, and I've been in this world for almost 20 years. This is the first time I've felt that there are many things in the ninja system that have been so helpful to me.

Among the Hyuga clan's collection, sealing techniques were the most helpful, allowing him to more easily comprehend the laws of nature. Secondly, ninjutsu provided him with more options for dealing with enemies. Various barrier techniques also greatly benefited him, and combining them with Taoist formations significantly improved his ability to utilize the rules of nature.

In the past three months, I have finished learning most of the useful knowledge collected by the Hyuga clan. Now I just need to find opportunities to practice it slowly and then combine it with my knowledge of cultivation so that I can grow better.

Now I need to find a place to retreat and slowly integrate the knowledge. Staying in Konoha always makes me feel restricted, and Konoha has always been under the Sage of Six Paths' watchful eye, with people there who can sense natural energy. I don't dare to cultivate recklessly here.

Konoha has always been the focus of this world, which is completely unsuitable for someone like me who wants to cultivate and improve in peace and quiet. I should stay away from this place that is being watched by so many people.

The Hyuga clan and Orochimaru have already collected most of the materials I need, so it's time to prepare for forging my own natal magic weapon. Staying away from Konoha is the best thing I should do.

Moreover, I now need to find a quiet place where I won't be disturbed, to prepare for forging my own natal magic weapon. After spending so much time collecting materials, I can finally properly forge my own natal magic weapon.

Hyuga Kanan already had a concrete plan for crafting his natal magic weapon. He planned to craft a pair of unpredictable double rings, which could be used for both attack and as a tool for binding and control.

Crafting magical artifacts is a task that requires a high degree of concentration and skill. Now I need to find a suitable place to craft them without being disturbed by others.

However, crafting magical artifacts is not a process that can be accomplished overnight. Failures and setbacks are likely, requiring repeated trials and improvements. Every failure is a valuable learning opportunity, and Hyuga Kanan needs to learn from them and continuously adjust his methods and techniques.

Crafting magical artifacts is an arduous and complex task, requiring thorough preparation, skillful technique, and unwavering patience. Only through continuous effort and practice can one forge a powerful natal magical artifact.

Therefore, refining one's natal magic weapon may require a long period of adjustment before success, so one needs to adjust one's state and mood now.

During this time, I also need to accompany my mother on her final journey so that I can bid farewell to Konoha completely.

Since arriving in this world, Hyuga Kanan has been immersed in training and hasn't had a chance to properly explore the village where he has lived for over 10 years. Now that he needs to adjust his mindset, he's going to take a proper tour of Konoha as a final farewell before parting ways.

With that thought in mind, Hyuga Kanan left the Hyuga clan's territory and wandered aimlessly through Konoha, a somewhat prosperous village, for the first time.

But as soon as Hyuga Kanan stepped out of the Hyuga clan's territory, several ANBU squads appeared in the shadows. They didn't appear in front of Hyuga Kanan, but simply hid in the dark and silently monitored him, without any intention of going out to stop him.

Hyuga Kanan had long since discovered these ANBU squads operating outside the Hyuga clan's territory, but he didn't care. As long as they didn't bother him, he had no interest in dealing with them; let them monitor him if they wanted. He just wanted to stroll around Konoha and clear his head.

Stepping into the bustling streets of Konoha Village, I found myself in a tranquil and beautiful place. Shady trees provided ample shade, and the fresh air was filled with the scent of grass. The village boasted a unique architectural style, ranging from traditional Japanese wooden houses to modern high-rise buildings.

Strolling along the wide road, I came across a bustling market where people were buying and selling all sorts of goods, their shouts and haggling filling the air. Many small vendors lined the street, selling various delicacies and handicrafts.

At the heart of Konoha Village stands the Hokage Building, the village's central structure, imposing and solemn. Surrounding it are numerous training grounds where young ninjas train diligently, their sweat and effort showcasing the vitality and spirit of Konoha.

The village also boasts a tranquil lake with crystal-clear water where fish frolic freely. Beside the lake lies a lush green meadow where people relax, chat, and enjoy the beauty of nature.

Konoha Village exudes a sense of harmony and tranquility; its people cherish peace and protect their home. Here, Hyuga Kanan experienced the rich ninja culture and the unique charm of Konoha Village.

Unfortunately, none of these belong to me, nor are they what I want. I am always an outsider, and my purpose in coming to this world is simply to take advantage of its cultivation environment, to cultivate properly, and to pursue my ultimate transcendence.

Strolling through the bustling heart of Konoha, Hyuga Kanan found an unprecedented peace in his heart. Perhaps for the first time, Hyuga Kanan realized that he had never truly believed he belonged to this world; he was merely a passerby and had no desire to integrate into it.

Hyuga Kanan exuded an aura of loneliness, attracting the attention of those around him. However, no one dared to disturb him, as his distinctly white pupils confirmed his identity.

Meanwhile, the secret surveillance team had already sent members to report to the Konoha leadership. Their orders were to keep a close watch on the other party, and as long as the other party did not do anything to harm Konoha, they should keep watching from the shadows and not appear in front of the other party.

In the Hokage's office, after receiving the report from the Anbu, Hiruzen Sarutobi simply put his pipe back in his mouth and took a light puff, without issuing any other orders. Clearly, he wasn't ready to make contact with Kanan Hyuga again, and was also wondering what Kanan Hyuga was planning by suddenly appearing inside Konoha.

In a dark base, an ANBU member monitoring Hyuga Kanan is kneeling before Shimura Danzo, reporting on Hyuga Kanan's movements.

Upon hearing his subordinate's report, Danzo stood up from his stone chair. He had been waiting for Hyuga Kanan to leave the Hyuga clan compound for a long time, and now that Kanan had left, it was the perfect opportunity for him to make contact with him.

However, there is still a hidden ANBU squad arranged by Hiruzen Sarutobi monitoring Hyuga Kanan. If he blindly goes to contact her, Hiruzen Sarutobi will probably receive news of it soon.

After much deliberation, Danzo believed that this was a rare opportunity. Even if Hiruzen Sarutobi knew that he had contacted the other party, as long as he could subdue the other party, Hiruzen Sarutobi would have no way to stop him. Now, he needed to consider how to persuade the other party to join his Root.

"Forget it, let's make contact first. If that doesn't work, then we'll use Konoha's authority to force them to join."

Danzo muttered something under his breath and then immediately began to act. He knew he had to be quick, otherwise Hiruzen Sarutobi would react soon, and then he wouldn't be able to subdue him.

Hyuga Kanan was still strolling through Konoha Village, but now she had left the bustling areas of Konoha. She walked slowly alone along the edge of a lake, a gentle breeze caressing her long hair, which swayed in the wind.

Hyuga Kanan's heart is becoming increasingly calm, and his aura is growing more and more solitary. Clearly, Hyuga Kanan's state of mind has greatly improved. Having just experienced the prosperity of Konoha, Hyuga Kanan has become even more determined in his beliefs. Only by enduring loneliness can one truly reach the final peak. The world's prosperity will only disturb one's cultivation.

Cultivating immortality is inherently a lonely endeavor. Only by truly letting go of worldly distractions can one wholeheartedly pursue one's cultivation path, and only then can one have more confidence and determination to continue.

Cultivators must endure solitude, maintaining inner peace and focus during long periods of cultivation. Their minds should be like a calm lake, undisturbed by external noise and distractions. In solitude, cultivators can better understand their own hearts and comprehend the Dao.

The mindset of cultivating immortality is a state of mind that transcends worldly concerns. It means not being troubled by fame and fortune, nor bound by emotions, but treating all things in the world with equanimity. Cultivators are neither impatient nor agitated, neither sad nor happy, pursuing the Great Dao with great perseverance and determination.

On the path of cultivation, solitude is the cultivator's best companion. One must view solitude as a sharp tool to temper one's mind, constantly improving one's cultivation within it. Cultivators understand that only through the baptism of solitude can one truly achieve spiritual purification and sublimation.

The mindset of cultivating immortality is one of reverence and pursuit of the Dao. With unwavering faith and indomitable spirit, one strives towards the goal of immortality. In this process, the cultivator continuously transcends themselves, comprehends the Dao of Nature, and ultimately reaches a state of oneness with the Dao.

Hyuga Kanan hasn't truly transcended the mortal world yet; he still has worries and concerns in his heart and needs to adjust himself.