Chapter 189: Lap Pillow!

Chapter 189: Chapter 189: Lap Pillow!

"High density, high flexibility, high hardness... the most basic and singular properties for manipulation."

After some thought, Shūichi used the Flying Thunder God Technique to teleport to his usual training spot.

In the next moment, a wall rose up before him.

"Earth Release: Earth-Style Wall."

This was a fundamental Earth Release jutsu, and for Shūichi, the casting was simple: channeling chakra into the ground to raise a wall.

Then, he cast the jutsu again, this time raising a wall behind him as well.

But this wall was noticeably different from the one in front of him.

It was more refined, sturdier, and even adorned with a lotus pattern.

This wall showcased a further refinement in both form and elemental properties.

Turning to his right, Shūichi opened his mouth, and a stream of mud poured out, instantly expanding with a loud boom into a towering wall.

This was another method of Earth Release, similar to Water Release, where pure chakra alone could generate an element, useful when the terrain lacked soil.

Shūichi observed the three walls he'd created. After a brief pause, he jumped onto one, exhaled again, and a stream of pitch-black mud fell, forming a solid black wall with a thunderous impact.

This was a wall formed of carbon.

Frowning, Shūichi continued to cast Earth Release, raising one wall after another.

Granite walls, adamantine walls!

Yes, Shūichi had just created an incredibly tough adamantine-like stone—essentially a diamond.

But not the sparkling, crystalline diamond.

Diamonds are a form of adamantine, but not all adamantine is diamond.

After consecutively creating walls of varying strengths, Shūichi concluded, "It's not that Earth Release can't create diamonds; it's that my current mastery over elemental manipulation and form manipulation isn't sufficient."

"In this case, Fire Release could be used as a catalyst to create Crystal Release, producing pure diamonds with remarkable hardness."

Then, Shūichi thought about Dust Release: "Dust Release allows for molecular manipulation. If I master Dust Release, it means I could actually form carbon nanotubes for enhanced defense."

"Carbon nanotubes are even stronger than diamonds, with incredible flexibility and tolerance to high temperatures..."

"Elemental manipulation... I see."

At that moment, Shūichi's understanding of elemental manipulation deepened.

For the conventional five nature transformations, with enough mastery, Earth Release could generate any mineral or rock, and Water Release could create any liquid substance.

But without sufficient nature manipulation, combining other elemental transformations is necessary to achieve a specific goal.

Beyond single nature transformations, there are bloodline limits that combine two elements, then the three-element Bloodline Elimination, and finally, the Bloodline Network that encompasses all elements.

(T/N: Kekkei Genkai < Kekkei Tōta < Kekkei Mōra)

This is remarkably similar to scientific technology.

A single technique alone doesn't allow humans to harness magnetic fields; it requires more sophisticated techniques to control this force.

It's the same with ninjutsu.

A single nature transformation isn't enough to generate magnetic fields or harness magnetic force, so additional transformations are necessary to accomplish this.

Pure diamonds are one thing.

More complex carbon nanotubes are another.

Take Electromagnetic Release, for example.

According to Shūichi's understanding, Lightning Release could create an electric field by controlling currents, which in turn would generate a magnetic field.

In theory, Lightning Release could be used to master Magnetic Release.

But clearly, single Lightning Release nature transformation could only handle the electric field, unable to bridge to the magnetic field, let alone unify them into an electromagnetic field.

This was something Shūichi had experienced firsthand while developing his Lightning Release electric field.

Thanks to his mastery of the Listening Technique, his clone had vividly sensed the electric field generated by flowing currents, but even with his current skill, he couldn't fully control both electric and magnetic fields using just Lightning Release.

To control Electromagnetic Release, in addition to mastering the Lightning Release electric field, one must also master Magnet Release, a bloodline limit. Together, these would produce Electromagnetic Release, a Kekkei Tōta.

"However, the most unique nature transformations are Yin and Yang."

"The fusion of these two theoretically allows for any other nature transformation."

The first thing Shūichi thought of was the Sharingan.

The varied Mangekyō abilities stem from the combination of Yin and Yang.

Beyond the Sharingan, there's also the Rinnegan and Tenseigan.

"So now, I need to go back to basics."

"For Earth Release nature transformation, if I aim solely for hardness, the pinnacle would be diamond hardness. Jutsu like Earth Spear and hardening techniques used by Iwagakure ninja or some elite jōnin can achieve this, but further improvement requires advancing form manipulation."

"Like the Wind Release: Rasenshuriken."

Shūichi pondered, "Structure...?"

"A honeycomb structure... a hexagonal honeycomb design indeed enhances force resistance."

"Let's test this. If I can't achieve S-rank, I'll settle for creating five A-rank Earth Release techniques."

After deciding, Shūichi immediately created a shadow clone.

The shadow clone used the Flying Thunder God Technique to teleport to the Forest of Death; he wanted to find a honeycomb to study its structure.

With Earth Release temporarily resolved, Shūichi resumed checking the progress of his other training.

The development of the Lightning Release electric field was going well, with no insurmountable obstacles in sight.

With a slightly embarrassed smile, Asuma replied, "Well, not that long. She happened to pass by the Daimyō's residence on a mission recently."

Shūichi couldn't help but give Asuma a thumbs-up in response.

Asuma quickly changed the topic, "I heard Obito went missing?"

Shūichi's expression grew serious, and he nodded. "Yes, he encountered someone formidable."

Asuma's face hardened. "If even you consider them strong, they must be quite the opponent."

"How's Kakashi doing?" he asked.

Shūichi didn't hold back. "He's doing well. He's training harder than ever. Right now, he's in the Land of Grass."

"He, like me, has joined the Tailed Beast Weapon Program."

Shūichi continued, "Asuma, have you made up your mind? Controlling Tailed Beast Chakra isn't easy."

Asuma nodded firmly. "I've decided, Shūichi. Don't worry—I won't push myself recklessly."

Shūichi nodded and then turned to Sora.

Sora responded immediately, "I've made up my mind as well. Harnessing a dark power for a righteous purpose is worth the risk."

Seeing their determination, Shūichi stood up. "In that case, follow me!"

They headed to the laboratory, which was equipped with protective sealing jutsu to create a barrier and containment field.

Shūichi had Asuma and Sora sit cross-legged in the center of their respective seals, then injected them each with a portion of malevolent One-Tails Chakra.

"So this is Tailed Beast Chakra...so strong!"

As the raw One-Tails Chakra surged within them, Asuma and Sora both furrowed their brows, their bodies wracked with intense pain.

But before they could even get accustomed to the agony, the malevolent energy within the chakra began to attack their minds.

Outside the lab, Shūichi and Pakura observed them through the glass.

"Lord Shūichi, do you think they can succeed?" Pakura asked.

Shūichi withdrew his gaze and replied, "They both have potential, but no one can say for certain if they'll succeed."

Minute by minute passed.

After seven minutes, Sora started nearing the brink of losing control.

With a thought, Shūichi activated the seal beneath Sora, chains emerging to bind him as the One-Tails Chakra was extracted from his body.

Regaining clarity, Sora collapsed onto his hands, gasping and drenched in sweat. "What a dark power...no wonder others failed before us."

He turned to see Asuma still enveloped in the Tailed Beast Chakra and smiled. "As expected of Asuma."

However, at the ten-minute mark, Asuma also reached his limit.

Shūichi swiftly terminated the process. Once they had both left the lab, he asked, "Now that you've experienced Tailed Beast Chakra, do you want to continue?"

Asuma and Sora exchanged a look and nodded resolutely.

Shūichi said, "Chakra can link two people's minds. To resist the malice of Tailed Beast Chakra, the most crucial element is spiritual strength, or willpower."

"This is the first and most important step. If you can't resist the Tailed Beast Chakra's malice, then even if you obtain it, you'll lose control and become nothing but a beast."

Asuma and Sora nodded in unison. "Understood. We'll keep working hard."

Shūichi nodded in approval and reminded them, "The next experiment will be in a week. I hope to see progress by then."

They nodded and took their leave.

Just before leaving, Asuma suddenly asked, "Shūichi, how long can Kakashi last now?"

Shūichi smiled. "Thirty minutes!"

"That's about the same as you on your first attempt."

Hearing this, Asuma felt a renewed surge of motivation.

Shūichi could tell that while Asuma had matured a lot, he still retained his tenacious spirit.

What he didn't mention, however, was that Kakashi was using the Eight-Tails' Chakra, which was far more potent than that of the One-Tails.

...

Back in the lounge, Shūichi sat down, took a sip of tea, and patted the seat beside him for Pakura.

Pakura hesitated briefly before sitting down.

Shūichi then shifted his position, resting his head on Pakura's lap. "So comfortable!"

Pakura blushed, but Shūichi couldn't see her reaction. Before she could say anything, he continued, "Let's begin training. I'll continue teaching you ninjutsu."

As he spoke, Shūichi held out his hand.

Pakura instinctively took his hand.

Their chakras connected, and they entered the realm of each other's consciousness.

And there, they found themselves in the same lap pillow position.

Shūichi could sense Pakura's shyness and slight nervousness, but he pretended not to notice.

Standing up, he said, "Focus now. Today, I'm going to teach you a powerful move that can stand against the Tailed Beast Bomb—Scorch Release: Rasenshuriken!"

(End of Chapter)

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