Naruto: Cultivating to Immortality

Chapter 529 Bloodline Sealing Technique

At that moment, Naruto truly felt the warmth of his mother's embrace for the first time—a feeling he had never experienced before, incredibly soft and comforting. It was also the first time he fully enjoyed the unique scent emanating from his mother, a familiar yet unfamiliar fragrance that lingered in his nostrils, captivating him completely. And for the first time in his life, he deeply understood what true happiness was—that having a mother was the greatest happiness!

Faced with Naruto's passionate embrace and such intense emotional fluctuations, Kushina Uzumaki was equally moved. That deep affection stemming from their blood ties caused her to involuntarily extend a trembling hand and gently, slowly, stroke Naruto's slightly youthful yet resolute face. The sensation of her fingertips tracing his skin felt like an electric current coursing through her body, making her heart tremble.

Sixteen years! A full sixteen years have passed, and only today has this new mother finally reunited with her son. At this moment, for the first time, she truly and deeply experiences the happiness that comes with motherhood, but at the same time, a profound sense of guilt wells up within her. Because in these long sixteen years, she hadn't been able to be by her son's side, watching him grow up little by little, missing so many precious moments that should have been shared between them…

At this moment, Kushina Uzumaki felt as if an invisible hand was gripping her heart tightly, causing her unbearable pain. Her beautiful yet resolute eyes were fixed on Naruto Uzumaki, her mind filled with images of the difficulties her son would face as he grew up, her heart overflowing with endless heartache and deep guilt.

She knew all too well how lonely and helpless a child would be without their parents' company as they grew up! Those unspoken worries, the shoulder to lean on when facing setbacks, the uncomforted heart when wronged... all of these could become deep wounds in a child's heart that are difficult to heal.

Naruto Uzumaki is just such a child. He has to face all sorts of hardships and obstacles in life alone, bearing pressure and pain that should not be borne by someone his age. Thinking of this, Kushina Uzumaki couldn't stop the tears from welling up in her eyes.

Recalling her own past, she too had come to Konoha Village alone from the Land of Whirlpools to seek refuge. Back then, although she had endured many hardships, she was fortunate to have the devoted care of Granny Mito Uzumaki, which gave her a sense of warmth and kinship. But now, her own son couldn't even receive this most basic love; how could this not break her heart?

Naruto Uzumaki keenly sensed his mother's subtle emotional fluctuations. He slowly raised his head, and his round face immediately broke into his signature silly grin. That smile seemed capable of dispelling all gloom and bringing endless warmth and sunshine.

He knew that at this moment, his mother must be filled with deep guilt towards him, an emotion surging within her like a turbulent tide. This guilt was likely the same as that of his father, Minato Namikaze. However, despite his young age, Naruto Uzumaki possessed a maturity beyond his years.

He knew perfectly well that no mother in the world wouldn't want to witness her child grow up bit by bit. They all longed to be by their children's side at all times, sharing every moment of joy and sorrow. Thinking of this, a warm feeling welled up in his heart, and Naruto Uzumaki suddenly felt as if he were surrounded by happiness.

In that instant, he suddenly realized that although his mother had left him at the moment of her death, her deep and intense maternal love for him had never left him. From the moment he was born, his mother had poured all her love into her body without reservation.

Perhaps in the long journey of life, he did lack the care and love of his parents by his side, but the selfless love they gave him always followed him closely, becoming a powerful source of motivation for him to move forward and keep striving.

However, the idyllic scene was short-lived. The tender atmosphere was ruthlessly shattered by the Nine-Tails' furious roar. For the Nine-Tails, Kushina's appearance was the perfect opportunity to break free from the shackles of its Jinchūriki status. In an instant, endless negative emotions surged forth like a raging tide, overwhelming Naruto. The Nine-Tails desperately wanted to devour this immature brat, Naruto, completely, into its negative emotions, thus creating a chance for itself to escape its cage and regain its freedom.

At that moment, Kushina Uzumaki's eyes suddenly sharpened to an extreme, like two incredibly razor-sharp swords piercing straight to the heart. It must be understood that as a person with pure Uzumaki blood, she had inherited almost the entirety of the Uzumaki clan's heritage. Although at this moment she was merely a remnant of spiritual energy, the innate talent originating from the depths of her bloodline still endowed her with unparalleled strength, especially the Uzumaki clan's most prized technique—the Bloodline Sealing Technique!

Back then, Minato Namikaze knew that it would be no easy task to help his son Naruto Uzumaki successfully control the devastating power of the Nine-Tails. To this end, he racked his brains and meticulously planned a series of detailed schemes and arrangements.

Of all these plans, sealing a portion of Kushina Uzumaki's power is undoubtedly the most crucial and essential step. After all, their clan is the pinnacle of sealing techniques in the entire ninja world, unmatched by anyone else.

This family possesses unparalleled sealing techniques passed down through generations, making them the ultimate method for suppressing the rampaging power of the Tailed Beasts. Their unique sealing methods not only effectively restrain the surging chakra of the Tailed Beasts but also skillfully guide and tame them, turning them into invincible weapons in the hands of ninjas.

Therefore, for Naruto Uzumaki, having a family background skilled in sealing techniques is like adding wings to a tiger. Furthermore, the sealed power left behind by his mother, Kushina Uzumaki, is like a mysterious key to unlocking the treasure trove of the Nine-Tails' power, potentially guiding him step by step on a journey to master this astonishing power and ultimately achieve earth-shattering feats!

Kushina Uzumaki was fully aware of Minato Namikaze's plan. She had hoped to use the spiritual energy generated by participating in the event to spend some precious time with her beloved son, Naruto Uzumaki, and fully enjoy the happiness of motherhood. However, the sudden rampage of the Nine-Tails shattered her beautiful vision. She instantly realized that time was running out.

Right now, the most urgent task is to quickly suppress the Nine-Tails. Only in this way can her son, Naruto Uzumaki, successfully control this powerful and violent Nine-Tails' energy. Although she is filled with regret and reluctance at the thought of no longer being able to have in-depth communication and close interaction with her son, as the most crucial and important supporter in his growth, she has no choice but to step forward immediately. Because any hesitation or delay could lead to unforeseen and serious consequences, and she cannot allow that to happen.

In that instant, a powerful energy surge erupted from behind Kushina Uzumaki, followed by nine enormous chains gleaming with mysterious light that appeared out of thin air. These chains seemed to originate from ancient times, densely covered with obscure and difficult-to-understand runes that exuded boundless pressure.

With a flick of her arm, Kushina Uzumaki unleashed nine chains that, like agile dragons, hurtled towards the raging Nine-Tails with lightning speed. Wherever they passed, the space itself was torn open with tiny black cracks, revealing the terrifying power they contained.

Almost instantly, nine chains tightly bound and restrained the Nine-Tails. Each chain seemed to possess a life of its own, automatically adjusting its position and angle to ensure maximum restriction of the Nine-Tails' movements. Meanwhile, the runes began to flash with dazzling light, continuously releasing a vast amount of sealing power.

Faced with this powerful sealing force, the previously agitated and restless Nine-Tails, which had been trying to break free of its restraints, instantly became immobilized. It roared angrily, but no matter how much it struggled, it could not escape the chains' bondage. Moreover, as time passed, the Nine-Tails' aura gradually weakened, and its frantically gathering chakra seemed to have its source severed, unable to increase even slightly.

At the same time, the sealing power continued to erode the Nine-Tails' emotions and memories. The Nine-Tails' eyes, once filled with violence and hatred, gradually became confused and dull. It seemed to be slowly losing its self-awareness, being forcibly suppressed and separated by the sealing technique.

Seeing this, Kushina Uzumaki breathed a slight sigh of relief. She quickly turned her head, her gaze falling on her son, Naruto Uzumaki, and shouted, "Now, Naruto! Concentrate your spiritual energy, try to establish a connection with Kurama, and pull out all the power within it!"

Naruto Uzumaki stared intently at the breathtaking scene before him. Although he felt a little nervous, he was filled with trust in his mother and a determination to overcome the difficulties. He took a deep breath, steadied himself, closed his eyes, and focused all his mental energy on the scene.

A faint blue light slowly rose from Naruto's body, drifting towards the sealed Nine-Tails like smoke. When the blue light touched the Nine-Tails' body, it immediately triggered a violent reaction. The Nine-Tails' body trembled violently, and it let out another unwilling roar. However, despite its desperate resistance, it could not stop Naruto's spiritual energy from seeping in.