The Ōtsutsuki's tree-planting squads typically operated in pairs. The ownership of the Divine Tree was determined by the strongest member of the duo.
In the case of Tenshiki's team, the Divine Tree belonged to Tenshiki.
According to the highest Ōtsutsuki traditions, if Obito defeated Tenshiki, he had the right to claim everything she possessed—including her Divine Tree!
Leader Tsukine turned his gaze to the weaker member of Tenshiki's team and asked,
"Chishiki, you've heard Isshiki's request. What's your take on this?"
Chishiki's expression shifted slightly as he inwardly cursed his misfortune.
If even Tenshiki isn't Isshiki's match, what choice do I have?
Lowering his head, he clenched his teeth and forced out words that went against his will.
"Tsukine-sama, Chishiki has no objections."
"Since that's the case..."
Tsukine chuckled, then turned back to Obito and announced,
"Isshiki, as you wish, from this moment onward, Tenshiki's Divine Tree is yours."
"Thank you, Tsukine-sama."
Obito gave a slight bow before calmly returning to the crowd.
While he had initially wanted to use the Divine Selection Tournament as an opportunity to justifiably eliminate another Ōtsutsuki, he ultimately decided against it—it wouldn't align with Isshiki's persona.
Instead, he focused his full attention on the ongoing battles between the Ōtsutsuki.
"I'll memorize all their abilities... then take them down one by one when the time comes."
...
As Obito observed intently, Kaguya suddenly crept up beside him, excitement gleaming in her eyes as she tugged at his sleeve.
"What does this woman want now?"
Annoyed, Obito yanked his sleeve free without even glancing at her, keeping his eyes locked on the battlefield.
Kaguya: (,, . ,,)
"I feel wronged, but I won't say anything."
...
The Divine Selection Tournament lasted for several days, and by the end, dozens of Ōtsutsuki had perished. It was a mix of joy and sorrow—those who successfully defended their positions or won their challenges were elated, while the losers... well, most of them were no longer alive.
The few unfortunate survivors wore expressions of utter despair, looking like they had lost everything.
Tsukine clapped his hands lightly, sweeping his gaze over the remaining Ōtsutsuki with a smile.
"Everyone has earned the position they deserve. That is the essence of the Divine Selection Tournament."
"Now then, with this assembly concluded, I expect everyone to continue working hard this quarter."
The Ōtsutsuki clapped and cheered in unison.
"Well said, Tsukine-sama!"
"We will definitely plant trees diligently and live up to your expectations!"
"Thank you for hosting the assembly, Tsukine-sama!"
...
The scene before him made Obito chuckle.
So, no matter where civilization exists, flattery and bootlicking are inevitable, huh?
Once the ceremony was over, Obito approached Chishiki with a grin and unceremoniously pulled a "hand it over."
Facing an Ōtsutsuki stronger than himself, Chishiki had no choice but to hand over his team's Divine Tree despite his reluctance.
Obito swiftly stored away his new acquisition, a satisfied smile spreading across his face.
Now, with Kaguya—his Ten-Tails maiden—he possessed three Divine Trees!
"I need to make good use of these resources and grow stronger quickly." he mused.
...
One by one, the Ōtsutsuki transformed into streaks of light, vanishing into the boundless cosmos. Obito, too, departed from Takamagahara alongside his Ten-Tails maiden, setting off on his tree-planting journey for the quarter.
"Hmm... feeding the Ten-Tails with my own body is too inefficient."
Obito stroked his chin as a string of outrageous ideas flashed through his mind.
"Why not use Earth's method—becoming a complete Ten-Tails Jinchūriki?"
By definition, a Jinchūriki who forms mutual understanding with their Tailed Beast can fully control its chakra and utilize its unique traits.
If he could become the perfect Ten-Tails Jinchūriki, couldn't he just... plant himself?
That would save him a lot of effort—no middleman, no extra costs!
After thinking it over, Obito decided to give it a try.
Glancing back at Kaguya, who was lagging behind, he urged impatiently,
"Kaguya, hurry up! We're leaving!"
Pouting, Kaguya muttered to herself,
"Ever since he stopped needing me, this is how he treats me... Humans truly are heartless creatures!"
...
Among the trillions of planets in a galaxy, the odds of one developing life—and even evolving intelligent life—were less than one in ten billion.
In other words, finding a life-bearing planet was incredibly rare, even if one searched deliberately for a lifetime.
Thus, absorbing energy from lifeless planets didn't trouble Obito's conscience in the slightest.
"Speaking of which..."
Obito glanced at Kaguya.
Not only had this woman accidentally stumbled upon a life-bearing planet, but the local inhabitants also happened to resemble the Ōtsutsuki...
Just how astronomically low were those odds? It defies all logic!
Shaking his head, he casually picked a fertile planet and tossed Kaguya onto it.
"Alright, plant yourself here and take root."
"I've got other matters to attend to, so I'll be off!"
Before Kaguya could react, Obito teleported to another planet.
"Hmm... this place will do. Time to test my theory."
His eyes glowed with chakra as he retrieved both Madara and a Divine Tree.
"Grandpa Madara, I have an idea I want to try."
After explaining his plan, Madara nodded slightly and said,
"I think it's feasible. Go ahead and try it, Obito."
"I'll watch over you to make sure nothing goes wrong."
Obito flashed a thumbs-up before approaching the young Divine Tree.
(The Ten-Tails is essentially a young Divine Tree.)
"Aba aba!"
As Obito neared, the Ten-Tails wagged its tails excitedly.
Obito smirked. "Don't get the wrong idea—I'm not here to feed you."
"In fact, I'm here to eat you."
"Awo?" The Ten-Tails let out a confused sound, three question marks practically floating above its head.
Chuckling, Obito formed a hand seal and activated Ten-Tails Coffin Seal.
"Kaz!"
A powerful suction force erupted from within him, instantly pulling the Ten-Tails into his body.
With his current level of mental and physical strength, becoming a Ten-Tails Jinchūriki was as easy as drinking water.
"Next step—achieving mutual understanding."
Closing his eyes, he connected his consciousness to the Ten-Tails.
"Hey, Ten-Tails, I acknowledge you. Do you acknowledge me?"
Inside the sealed space, the Ten-Tails lay on the ground, completely ignoring him.
For millennia, the Divine Tree had always fed on the Ōtsutsuki. When had a Divine Tree ever been eaten by an Ōtsutsuki?
This was an unforgivable disgrace!
And now he wanted acknowledgment? Like hell!
"Tch..."
Seeing the Ten-Tails remain unresponsive, Obito scowled.
Without hesitation, he started compressing chakra spheres.
"...Awo? (Holy—)"
As the chakra sphere grew larger than itself, the Ten-Tails suddenly had a change of heart.
"Awo awo! (Fine! I acknowledge you!)"
Obito grinned. "See? A little sincerity goes a long way."
The Ten-Tails: "..."
"What's with that look? Am I wrong?"
Kicking the beast, Obito barked, "Stop dawdling! Get to work!"
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