Konoha: Uchiha signed in for ten years, peaceful daily life 

I traveled through Naruto and became a member of the Uchiha clan. I thought it was the countdown to the extermination of my clan, but who knew that the god-level sign-in system was activated!

“Ding! Sign in at the Uchiha clan and get the Whitebeard template!”

“Ding! Sign in at Hokage Rock and get the Sage Body!”

“Ding! Sign in at the Hokage’s office, and receive the Earth Dragon Flame Style!”

After signing in for ten years at the beginning, I, Uchiha Yu, just want to live a peaceful life, farm, cook delicious food, and live a simple life with my childhood sweetheart Izumi.

What? Ninja school is too boring? Sign in with perfect memory and become a top student easily!

Hinata is shy and cute? Sign in to be gentle and considerate MAX, silently protect her and make her fall in love with you!

Ino is passionate? Sign in with unlimited charm, even the flower shop girl can’t resist my “salty fish” handsomeness!

The night of genocide? The attack of Akatsuki? The invasion of Pain? The advent of Kaguya?

Don’t bother me! I just want to enjoy a warm daily life with my Izumi, my Hinata, my Ino…!

In the world of Naruto, Uchiha You signs in to develop and build the strongest harem to protect this sweet and peaceful daily life!

Konoha: Uchiha signed in for ten years, peaceful daily life
Chapter 1 Uchiha Yuu
The bronze mirror was cold, reflecting a young face. Black hair and black eyes, standard features of the Uchiha clan, but at this moment, it was filled with fear and confusion that was not in line with his age.
You, or rather, the soul that occupied this young body named “You”, after a brief moment of unconsciousness, a wave of absurdity, fear and a little bit of disbelief swept through his entire consciousness.
“I…traveled through time?”
This thought exploded in his mind like thunder. In his previous life, he was an ordinary office worker, working hard every day to make a living. His biggest hobby was watching anime and reading novels in his spare time. And “Naruto” was one of the works he knew by heart.
Uchiha.
This surname means so much to anyone who is familiar with the plot of Naruto. It is the synonym of genius, the holder of the Sharingan, and… the night of genocide stained with blood and tragedy.
When he thought of the pair of scarlet Mangekyō Sharingan drawing sad arcs under the moonlight, when he thought of the desperate wails of his tribesmen and the blazing Nanga Shrine, Yu felt a chill rising from the soles of his feet to the top of his head, causing his body to shiver involuntarily.
He actually became a member of the Uchiha clan? A member of the family that was destined to be sacrificed and nailed to the pillar of shame in history?
“No… I can’t be so unlucky, can I?” You muttered to himself, his voice trembling with fear. He tried to search for information about the name “Uchiha You” from the corner of his memory, but found that his mind was blank. Obviously, the original owner of this body might be just an ordinary child in the Uchiha clan, who might not even be qualified to show his face in the original work.
This means that he was most likely one of the countless background figures who died silently on the night of genocide.
Fear was like an icy poisonous snake, tightly wrapped around his heart, making it almost impossible for him to breathe. He didn’t want to die. He had just escaped from a nightmare-like death (if the car accident in his previous life could be considered death) and gained a new life. How could he be willing to go to destruction again?
Just as his mind was shaken and he was enveloped by great fear and despair, a faint voice seemed to come from the depths of his mind, as if it was giving him some kind of reminder, or like a vague call. The voice was intermittent and erratic, as if separated by a thick fog, making it difficult for him to hear clearly and grasp the key points.
“What…what sound?” You was slightly startled, and subconsciously concentrated his mind to catch it. But the voice was like a shy girl, and the moment he tried to explore it, it quietly disappeared without a trace, as if everything just now was just his illusion.
The sound of rain outside the window was still dripping, and the sound of wind had never stopped. The air in the room seemed even more solemn and depressing because of this sudden change.
Just at this moment.
“Squeak—”
The paper sliding door of the room was gently opened a crack from the outside, and a soft orange light came in through the crack, dispelling some of the darkness and illuminating a vague figure at the door.
Then, a caring and gentle female voice came into You’s ears:
“You, did you have a nightmare?”
This voice seemed to have some kind of magic, instantly calming some of the restlessness and fear in You’s heart. He looked up in a daze and looked towards the door.
The person who opened the door was a young woman who looked to be about 25 or 26 years old. She was wearing a simple kimono, and her long black hair was simply tied behind her head. A few strands of hair fell playfully in front of her forehead, adding a bit of gentleness to her temperament. Her face was not absolutely beautiful, but her facial features were gentle, and the combination gave people a very comfortable feeling, especially her equally dark eyes, which were now full of worry and love, looking at You in the room.
Is this… the mother of this body?
A warm current inexplicably surged in You’s heart. Although he knew that the other party’s care was not directed at an alien soul like him, he still couldn’t resist this sudden warmth. In his memory of his previous life, his parents died early, and he had long forgotten what it felt like to be looked at so gently by his mother.
Seeing that You was just staring at her blankly without saying anything, the woman’s face became even more worried. She walked into the room with light steps, came to You’s side, squatted down, stretched out her hand with thin calluses but still warm, and gently stroked You’s forehead.
“Do you have a fever? Or were you scared by the thunder outside?” Her voice was as gentle as a feather brushing across the lake of my heart, carrying a hint of imperceptible pity.
You opened his mouth and wanted to say something, but found that his throat was a little dry and he couldn’t make any sound. He could only subconsciously shake his head to show that he was fine. His mind was in a mess now. On the one hand, he was afraid of the unknown fate, and on the other hand, he felt close to and dependent on the strange woman in front of him.
“Qin Yin, what’s wrong?” Just then, a slightly low male voice came from the door.
The woman called Qin Yin turned around and responded softly: “Yong, come and have a look, You seems to have had a nightmare, and his face looks very bad.”
As the words fell, a relatively tall male figure walked in. He was also wearing simple Japanese-style casual clothes, with short black hair that looked very capable. His facial features were tougher than Kotone’s, and there was a hint of ninja’s vigilance and calmness between his brows, but his eyes looking at You were also full of concern.
Is this… the father of this body? Uchiha Yong?
You silently looked at the man in front of him. He could feel that the man seemed to have a faint smell of blood, although it was very faint, but for You who was highly focused, he could still detect it. This made him think that the ninjas in this world seemed to live in the shadow of swords.
Uchiha Yong walked to the bedside, reached out his hand to touch You’s forehead, then touched the back of his neck, frowning slightly: “The body temperature is normal. You, tell father if you feel uncomfortable anywhere?” Although his voice was not as gentle as Qin Yin’s, it was reassuring and steady.
Facing the concern of the “new” parents, You had mixed feelings. He knew that he should act like a normal child, but his emotions were too complicated to disguise. He could only shake his head again, then lowered his head and whispered, “No… It’s okay, I just… had a terrible dream.”
He tried to sound like a frightened child.
Qinyin heaved a sigh of relief when she heard her son finally speak, and a gentle smile appeared on her face. She gently held You in her arms, stroked his back with her hands, and comforted him softly: “Don’t be afraid, nightmares are fake, and everything will be fine when you wake up. Mommy and Daddy are here.”
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The warm embrace, with a faint fragrance, made You’s tense body relax involuntarily. This long-lost warmth of family affection was a luxury he had never experienced in his two lives. He buried his little face in Qinyin’s arms, greedily absorbing this warmth, and the uneasiness and fear in his heart seemed to be diluted a lot at this moment.
Uchiha Yong looked at the mother and son, and his eyes became much softer. He stretched out his hand to pull the quilt higher, covering Yuu, and said in a deep voice: “Since you are fine, go to bed early. You have to get up early tomorrow.”
“Yeah.” Qinyin responded, and then said to You in her arms: “You, dear, sleep a little longer, mom will accompany you.”
You didn’t say anything, but just nodded gently. He knew that what he needed most now was to calm down and sort out his thoughts.
Under the gentle soothing of the piano, You closed his eyes. The sound of rain outside the window seemed to be no longer so noisy, but instead like a lullaby. His consciousness gradually blurred, but one thought always lingered in his mind: “Uchiha…what should I do?”
There was no conversation that night, or rather, You spent the second half of the night in a daze.
The next morning, when the first rays of morning light shone through the cracks in the paper window, casting mottled light and shadows on the tatami, You woke up. He did not open his eyes immediately, but lay quietly, feeling everything around him.
The air was filled with a faint aroma of rice, mixed with the unique salty and fresh smell of miso soup. From the direction of the kitchen, the sound of cutting vegetables and the slight collision of pots and pans could be heard. These sounds were particularly clear in the quiet morning, full of the breath of life.
It’s Qinyin…Is mom preparing breakfast?
A warm feeling rose in You’s heart again. He slowly opened his eyes and looked around the room. After a night of adapting, he was no longer as scared of this strange environment as he was at first. This was a typical Japanese family, simple, plain, but also warm.
He sat up gently from the bed, being careful not to make too much noise. He was still wearing the same thin pajamas he wore last night, which were a little loose. He looked down at his small hands and feet, and once again confirmed the fact that he had become a child.
At this moment, the paper sliding door of the room was pulled open. Qin Yin came in with a small tray. Seeing that You was awake, she smiled gently: “You are awake? How do you feel? Did you sleep well last night?”
Her voice is still so gentle, making people feel like spring breeze.
You looked at her, smiled awkwardly, and nodded: “Yeah, I slept well. Thank you…Mom.”
He was a little awkward in addressing her as “Mom”, but Qinyin obviously didn’t notice anything unusual. Instead, she was very happy because her son took the initiative to get close to her. She put the tray on the small table beside the bed. On it was a bowl of steaming white porridge, a small dish of pickled vegetables, and a golden fried egg.
“Eat it while it’s hot. Dad has to go to the police force early today. Let’s have breakfast together.” Qinyin said as she helped You tidy up his messy hair.
Police force.
Yuu’s heart moved slightly. In Konoha Village, the Uchiha clan was responsible for the police force, maintaining the village’s law and order. This seemed to confirm his current situation from the side.
“Yeah.” You nodded obediently, picked up the spoon, and ate breakfast in small bites. The porridge was very sticky, with the sweetness of the rice itself, the pickled vegetables were refreshing, and the eggs were fresh. This was a very simple breakfast, but it made You eat it particularly sweet. Perhaps it was because this body had not eaten for too long, or perhaps it was because of this rare peace and warmth.
While he was eating, Uchiha Yong came in from the outer room. He had changed into a dark suit, a short sword hung on his waist, and his hair was meticulously groomed. He looked energetic and awe-inspiring. He was completely different from the gentle father he was last night.
“You, are you feeling better today?” Uchiha Yong walked to the bedside and touched You’s head as usual, with a hint of barely perceptible concern in his tone.
“Well, much better, Dad.” You tried to act more natural.
Uchiha Yong nodded, then said to Qin Yin: “Qin Yin, I’m leaving first. The team has a mission today.”
Qin Yin quickly stood up, helped him straighten his collar, and gently reminded him, “Be careful on the road. Come back soon.”
“Got it.” Uchiha Yong responded, looked at You again, then turned and left the room.
Yuu listened to his father’s departing footsteps and thought to himself, “A police force mission? Ninjas in this world are really high-risk professions.”
Qinyin sent her husband away and returned to the room. Seeing that You had almost finished breakfast, a relieved smile appeared on her face: “You are so good. After you finish eating, take a rest for a while. Mommy will take you to play in the yard later.”
You nodded and swallowed the last mouthful of porridge. He looked at Qinyin’s busy figure and this small home full of life, and a strong desire surged in his heart.
“Is this an ordinary Uchiha family? If…if only it could stay peaceful like this forever…”
He knew that this might just be a luxury. The fate of the Uchiha was like a sword of Damocles hanging over his head, which could fall at any time. And how should he deal with himself in this vortex?
Just as he was daydreaming, the vague reminder from last night appeared in his mind again. This time, it was clearer than last night, like a weak signal, guiding him to do something.
“Here it comes again…” You frowned slightly, and tried to concentrate on capturing the source and intention of the signal.
That voice, or that thought, seemed to be urging him to make some kind of… confirmation?
You’s heart was moved. Could this be the legendary golden finger? The standard equipment for time travelers?
Once this thought came to his mind, it was like a wildfire that could no longer be contained. His heart began to beat uncontrollably faster, with a hint of nervousness, a hint of anticipation, and a hint of disbelief.
If there really is a golden finger, then he might have the possibility to change his destiny!
You took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down. He glanced at Qin Yin who was cleaning up the dishes and decided to find a chance later when he was alone to study the sudden abnormality in his mind.
Chapter 3 Legendary Rewards (Old Version)
After breakfast, Qinyin did not take You to play in the yard immediately as she said, but first carefully helped him change into a clean set of casual clothes, and then carefully washed his face and combed his hair. During the whole process, Qinyin was very patient and gentle, allowing You to feel the long-lost motherly love again.
“Well, our Yuzhen is in high spirits!” Qinyin looked at her refreshed son with satisfaction and said with a smile.
You touched his nose a little embarrassedly. He was still a little uncomfortable being taken care of so closely by a strange woman. But he knew that he had to integrate into this new identity as soon as possible.
Then, Qinyin took You’s little hand and came to the yard outside.
This is a typical Japanese garden, not large in size but very elegantly maintained. In one corner of the yard are a few bamboos, swaying in the wind and making rustling sounds. On the other side is a small patch of carefully trimmed shrubs, with a few stones of various shapes dotted in between. The ground is covered with fine stones, which make a slight “crackling” sound when stepped on.
The morning sun shines through the gaps in the leaves, casting spots of light on the ground. The air is fresh, with the unique moisture and fragrance of soil after the rain.
Qinyin found a clean piece of eaves to sit down and began to do some needlework, while her eyes occasionally glanced at You who was looking at her curiously in the yard.
You paced slowly in the yard, observing the surroundings while silently communicating with the voice in his mind that was becoming clearer and clearer.
“Who… are you? What do you want me to do?” he muttered to himself.
At first, the voice didn’t respond, but the urging and guiding feeling became stronger and stronger. You patiently asked the question in his mind over and over again.
Finally, just when he was about to give up, a clear, metallic electronic synthesized sound rang in his mind without any warning!
“Ding! The host’s strong intention is detected, and the god-level sign-in system is officially activated!”
“The God-level sign-in system has been successfully bound!”
“Host: Uchiha Yuu.”
“This system is designed to assist the host’s growth. The host can sign in at any place that has special significance or is the first time to visit. The first sign-in every day will receive a reward. Signing in at special places, signing in for the first time, and signing in for special achievements will all receive surprise prizes!”
A series of electronic prompt sounds, like thunder, exploded in You’s mind!
You froze in place, his eyes instantly widened in shock, his mouth slightly open, almost enough to fit an egg.
System?!
God-level sign-in system? !
Is he dreaming?!
This kind of golden finger that only exists in online novels actually happened to him? !
The huge surprise was like a surging tide, instantly drowning him! He felt that his heart was about to jump out of his throat, and the blood in his body was boiling at this moment!
“My golden finger! This is really my golden finger!” You shouted in ecstasy in his heart. The moment before, he was still feeling desperate and helpless for his tragic fate, and the next moment, the dawn of hope came in such an incredible way!
With the system, he might be able to change the fate of the Uchiha clan and his own fate! He might be able to protect this hard-earned peace and warmth!
After the excitement, You forced himself to calm down. He knew that now was not the time to get carried away. He had to understand the specific functions of this system as soon as possible.
As he focused his mind, a translucent virtual panel emitting a faint blue glow suddenly appeared in front of him. This panel was only visible to him, and Qin Yin was unaware of it, still concentrating on her needlework.
The design of the panel is very simple and clear at a glance.
At the top is the name of the system——[God-level Sign-in System].
Below is the host information: [Uchiha Yuu].
Further down, there are two eye-catching buttons.
There was a button with the words “Sign In” written on it, and it was emitting a soft white light, as if prompting him to sign in.
The other button is [Backpack], with (currently empty) marked behind it.
Apart from this, there are no other complex function options.
“It’s really a sign-in system…” You looked at the virtual panel in front of him, and his heart was once again filled with an indescribable excitement. This type of system was not uncommon in his previous life’s novels. Generally speaking, the rewards obtained by signing in are very impressive!
“You will get rewards for signing in for the first time every day. There are surprises for signing in at special locations and for the first time…” You silently read the system’s prompts, his eyes becoming brighter and brighter.
This means that he can get a reward every day! And if he signs in at some special places, or signs in at a place for the first time, he can get extra surprises!
“Where should I sign in? It’s my first time signing in, so I must choose a meaningful place!” You’s heart was full of anticipation.
He looked around his small courtyard. This should be considered as the Uchiha clan’s territory, right? The place where the Uchiha clan lived was undoubtedly a place of special significance to him now. Moreover, this was the first time he consciously moved around in this place.
“Let’s choose this place!” You made the decision in his heart.
He took a deep breath, calmed his excitement, and then focused his attention on the “Sign In” button that was emitting white light.
“Sign in!” he said silently in his mind.
As his thoughts came out, the [Sign In] button on the virtual panel in front of him suddenly burst into dazzling light!
Then, an indescribable wonderful feeling rose from You’s limbs and bones. He felt as if his body was wrapped in a soft light, warm and comfortable.
At the same time, a dazzling golden beam of light that only he could see seemed to break through the limitations of space, falling from the sky, covering his entire body with incredible precision, and then slowly sinking into his body!
The golden light was so dazzling and magnificent, carrying an indescribable sacred and majestic aura that shocked You’s mind!
At the moment when the golden beam of light completely sank into his body, the system’s emotionless electronic prompt sound rang in his mind again:
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at [Uchiha Clan Territory (Courtyard)]!”
“Congratulations to the host! Trigger the first sign-in super prize and receive the golden legendary reward!”
Gold Legendary Reward?!
You’s pupils suddenly contracted, and his heart began to beat uncontrollably again because of this sudden and huge surprise! He could even clearly hear his own “thump thump thump” heartbeat, like a drum beating!
He knew that there might be a surprise when he signed in for the first time, but he didn’t expect that he would be directly awarded the “Gold Legendary Level”! This sounds very, very impressive!
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Chapter 4 Enhanced God-level Version (Old Version)
“The golden legend…what could it be?” You held his breath, staring at the virtual panel in front of him without blinking, his heart filled with endless anticipation and a hint of nervousness.
He felt his palms were sweating. This was the key to his future destiny!
The golden light slowly dissipated, and the feeling of being enveloped in warm light also disappeared.
On the virtual panel, light flowed, and a line of text emitting dazzling golden light slowly emerged.
You widened his eyes and read the text word by word.
The moment he saw the name of the reward clearly, he felt as if he was struck by the nine-day divine thunder. He stood there completely stunned, his mind went blank, and there was only endless shock and disbelief!
The system panel clearly displayed:
[Congratulations to the host for obtaining the golden legendary reward: Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template (primary – unlock 1%)]There is also a line of small words below: [By integrating this template, the host will gradually unlock the peak physique, three-color domineering and superhuman Tremor-Tremor Fruit ability (enhanced god-level version) of the world’s strongest man Edward Newgate. The current unlocking progress is 1%, the host’s physical fitness is slightly improved, the strength is slightly enhanced, and the host has a preliminary affinity for the power of vibration. ]White… White beard?!
The man who is known as the “strongest man in the world”, with a bounty of 5 billion berries, possesses the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit that can cause earthquakes and tsunamis and easily destroy islands, has 16 squadrons and tens of thousands of elite soldiers under his command, and is listed as a legendary pirate alongside Roger and Golden Lion. He is one of the Four Emperors of the “New World” in the second half of the Grand Line, Edward Newgate? !
Moreover, it is… an enhanced god-level version? !
You took a deep breath and felt a chill rushing from his tailbone to his forehead, making all the hairs on his body stand up!
This reward… is it too exaggerated? !
He originally thought that if he could get a Sharingan or some powerful ninjutsu for the first sign-in, it would be very good. After all, this is the world of Naruto, and it is reasonable to sign in and get Naruto-related abilities.
However, the system actually gave him a template of Whitebeard, who is from the world of “One Piece” and is one of the top fighters!
This was just like opening a novice gift package in a game, and directly getting a graduation artifact. It made him feel dizzy and almost fainted with happiness!
“Gurgle…” You swallowed hard, his heart still beating wildly in his chest, as if trying to break free and jump out of his throat.
He carefully read the reward description on the system panel over and over again, fearing that he had seen it wrong or was dreaming.
[Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template (primary – unlock 1%)]Yes! It is absolutely true!
The huge surprise was like the most violent storm, sweeping over his entire mind and making him even forget to think for a moment.
It took him a few seconds to recover from the extreme shock.
“Hu…Hu…” You breathed heavily, trying to calm his excitement that was about to explode.
At this moment, a strange warm current, like a trickle of stream, emerged from his heart, then quickly spread to his limbs and bones, flowing through every corner and every cell of his body.
Wherever the warm current passed, he felt as if his body was undergoing some kind of wonderful transformation. His bones were slightly itchy, his muscles were trembling slightly, and the blood flow rate seemed to speed up a bit. An indescribable sense of comfort emanated from the inside out.
This warm current lasted for about ten seconds, then slowly merged into his body and disappeared.
When the warm current completely disappeared, You clearly felt that his body seemed to become… different.
The body that was originally slightly weak due to its young age now seemed to be filled with explosive power! Although this power was still very weak, it was already a very significant improvement for a child who was only four or five years old.
He tried to clench his fist and clearly felt the power in his palm, which was at least several times stronger than before! Moreover, his senses seemed to have become more acute. The fragrance of the grass and trees in the air around him and the birdsong in the distance became clearer and more audible.
More importantly, he felt as if there was an inexplicable affinity inside his body, and he had an instinctive perception and desire for the power of “vibration”.
“Is this… the power of the Whitebeard template? Just 1% unlocking degree has such an obvious effect?” You’s heart was filled with shock.
He couldn’t imagine what a devastating power it would be if this template was fully unlocked!
No wonder the system rated it as a “Gold Legendary Reward”! This is simply a magical tool that can change your destiny!
“With this template, in the future… maybe we can really protect this peace that may not last forever!” There was an unprecedented light flashing in You’s eyes.
The night of the Uchiha clan’s genocide, the threat of the Akatsuki organization, the arrival of the Otsutsuki… these futures that once made him feel desperate and suffocated, at this moment, seem to be no longer so far away, no longer so scary!
As long as he can keep signing in and keep unlocking the progress of the Whitebeard template, he will be confident that he can nip all threats in the bud!
“The Tremor-Tremor Fruit…three colors of domineering…the strongest physique in the world…” Yu’s heart was filled with longing and expectation for the future.
He began to think about how to use this template. Currently, only 1% has been unlocked, and both physical fitness and strength have only been slightly enhanced. It is still a long way from being able to truly exert the power of Whitebeard to destroy the world.
“It seems that signing in every day will be crucial from now on.” You secretly made up his mind.
At this moment, a clear “gurgle…” sound came from his lower abdomen.
You was slightly stunned, then smiled bitterly.
As his physical fitness improved, a strong feeling of hunger came over him, as if it was going to devour him whole. He felt like he could eat a cow now!
It seems that the integration of the template and the strengthening of the body require a lot of energy.
“Hungry… I’m so hungry…” You covered his rumbling stomach and couldn’t wait to find food.
He glanced at Qin Yin who was still doing needlework under the eaves not far away, and made up his mind.
“Mom, I’m hungry!” You ran towards Qinyin with his short legs, with a hint of childish coquettishness in his voice.
Now, he just wants to fill his stomach quickly, then study this Whitebeard template carefully, and think about the future path!
From this moment on, the gears of fate seemed to have quietly turned in an unknown direction.
In the early morning after the rain, the air is particularly pleasant with the fragrance of soil and the moist scent of grass and trees.
ps: This book does not focus on improving strength, but more on talking about love and warm daily life
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Chapter 5 Uchiha Sign-in (Old Version)
Uchiha You sat at the dining table, with the breakfast carefully prepared by Uchiha Kotone in front of him. It was still steaming white rice, fragrant miso soup, a few exquisite pickled vegetables, and a roasted saury with a slightly charred skin and tender inside. For an ordinary four or five-year-old child, this breakfast was already considered rich.
However, today, Uchiha You showed an appetite that was completely different from the past.
“I’m starting to eat.” He whispered, imitating the children in this world in his memory. Then he picked up his chopsticks and began to eat.
The rice was soft and sweet. He ate it mouthful after mouthful, and soon the full bowl of rice was empty. The miso soup was just the right amount of salty and fresh, and it slid into his stomach warmly, making him feel indescribably comfortable. The aroma of the grilled fish was even more tempting. He carefully picked out the fish bones and put the delicious fish meat into his mouth.
Uchiha Kotone originally watched her son eat with a gentle smile on her face, but gradually, a hint of surprise appeared in her smile.
You finished a bowl of rice and handed over the empty bowl, with a hint of embarrassment on his face: “Mom, I… I want another bowl.”
“Ah? Oh, okay, okay!” Qinyin was stunned for a moment, then quickly took the bowl and filled it up for him again. She was a little puzzled. You usually didn’t eat much, so what happened today? Did he not sleep well last night and was hungry?
Uchiha Yong, who was sitting opposite, also noticed his son’s abnormality. He silently observed You, with a hint of inquiry in his deep eyes.
You ate the second bowl of rice very quickly. His movements were not rough, but his speed was much faster than usual, as if there was a bottomless pit in his stomach.
When You finished the second bowl of rice, even picking up the last grain of rice at the bottom of the bowl with chopsticks, he smacked his lips, looked at Qin Yin with an unsatisfied look, and asked in a low voice: “Mom…is there any more?”
Qinyin was really stunned. She looked at the remaining food on the table, then looked at her son’s face which was still filled with longing, and asked uncertainly, “You…are you still hungry? Did you eat too much?”
You touched his stomach and felt that he was only half full. He knew that this must be the change brought about by the Whitebeard template. The improvement of physical fitness must be accompanied by an increase in energy consumption. He nodded a little embarrassedly: “Well, still… still a little hungry.”
“What’s wrong with this kid today?” Qin Yin looked at Uchiha Yong with some concern.
Uchiha Yong put down his chopsticks, pondered for a moment, and then said to Qin Yin: “Give him another bowl. Let him eat if he wants to. He may be growing.” His tone was calm, but there was a hint of surprise in his eyes. He naturally noticed that his son’s appetite had increased dramatically, which could not be explained by ordinary growth.
Qinyin heard her husband say this, although she still had some doubts in her heart, but she still stood up and served You a third bowl of rice. This time, she only served half a bowl, fearing that her son would really get an upset stomach.
You took the bowl, feeling a little more grateful to his cheap father. He could sense that Uchiha Yong seemed to have noticed something, but he didn’t ask any more questions.
After the third bowl of rice, You finally felt a little full. He burped with satisfaction and a satisfied smile appeared on his face. In total, he had eaten more than three times as much as usual this morning!
Qinyin looked at her son’s rosy face, and her worries were gradually replaced by surprise. She reached out and gently touched You’s head, smiling and said, “You has a good appetite recently! It seems that he is really growing taller. He will definitely grow up to be as tall as his father in the future!”
Hearing this, You also smiled innocently. He knew that the change in appetite was just the beginning, and the change in strength would probably surprise the “new” parents.
After breakfast, Qinyin cleaned up the dishes and went to the kitchen. Uchiha Yong didn’t seem to have any police missions today, so he stayed at home and sat under the eaves of the corridor, cleaning his ninja tools, mainly a few shiny kunai and shuriken. The sunlight shone through the bamboo leaves in the courtyard, casting mottled light and shadows on him.
You wandered aimlessly in the yard, feeling the weak but real strength in his body. He tried jumping and hopping, and felt that his body was much lighter than before, and his movements were more coordinated.
“Just one percent of the template can bring about such obvious changes… If I can unlock ten or twenty percent, wouldn’t my strength improve by leaps and bounds?” You’s heart was full of expectations for the future.
He walked to a corner of the yard, where there was a half-person-high stone pottery basin. This basin was usually used by Qinyin to wash clothes. When it was filled with water, it was very heavy. Not to mention a four or five-year-old child like him, even Qinyin herself would have to work hard to move it.
You remembered that his former self once playfully tried to push the stone basin, but he used all his strength and the basin didn’t move at all.
At this moment, he looked at the stone basin in front of him, and an idea suddenly came to his mind.
“Do you want to… give it a try?”
He looked around and saw Uchiha Yong was concentrating on wiping the kunai and didn’t notice him. Qin Yin was still busy in the kitchen, with the sound of water splashing.
This is a good opportunity.
You took a deep breath, walked to the stone basin, stretched out his two small hands, and pressed on the rough edge of the stone basin. He imitated the way adults exerted force in his memory, slightly spread his legs, lowered his waist, and then suddenly exerted force!
“Hmm–!” He let out a low groan from his throat.
At first, the stone basin remained motionless, as if mocking his arrogance.
You frowned slightly, feeling somewhat unwilling. Did he overestimate the power of the template? Or was this stone basin just too heavy?
He didn’t believe it, so he adjusted his posture again, concentrated all his strength on his arms, and then pushed forward with all his strength!
“Crack—”
A slight, almost imperceptible friction sound was heard.
Immediately afterwards, You felt that the stone basin in his hand seemed to… move?
He blinked in disbelief and looked quickly.
That’s right! The stone basin really moved! Although it was only a very small distance, only about an inch, it was definitely moved by him!
You’s heart skipped a beat, and a huge sense of surprise surged in his heart!
He succeeded! He actually pushed the stone basin that he couldn’t even move before!
Although it was only a short distance, it was enough to prove that the power increase brought by the Whitebeard template was real!
You felt a surge of blood rushing to his head, and he couldn’t help but want to try again. He took a step back, took a deep breath, and then tried again!
Chapter 6 Basic Swordsmanship (Old Version)
“Crackle…Crackle…”
This time, the stone basin moved a greater distance, a full two or three inches!
“I…I really did it!” You’s face showed an unconcealable excitement. He looked at his still tender little hands, his heart filled with disbelief. Is this the feeling of power? It’s so wonderful!
Just as he was immersed in joy, a slightly surprised voice came from behind him:
“Yuu? What are you doing?”
You was startled and turned around quickly, only to see that Uchiha Yong had put down the kunai in his hand at some point and was standing not far away, looking at him and the moved stone basin with sharp eyes.
“Dad… Dad.” You felt flustered. He didn’t know how to explain his sudden increase in strength.
Uchiha Yong did not speak, but walked to the stone basin, squatted down, and carefully checked the place where the bottom of the stone basin touched the ground. There were two clear, fresh friction marks.
He stretched out his hand and tried to push the stone basin. The basin did not move at all. He slightly increased his strength and the basin finally shook.
Uchiha Yong’s eyebrows slightly raised, and a trace of unbelievable surprise flashed in his eyes. He was very aware of the weight of this stone basin. Even for him, it would take some strength to push it easily with one hand. And You, a child of only four or five years old, could actually push it an inch?
This is simply unbelievable!
He stood up, looked at You who was somewhat at a loss with complicated eyes, and asked in a deep voice: “You, did you just… push this stone basin?”
You lowered his head and murmured “hmm”, feeling a little uneasy. He didn’t know how his father would react, whether he would suspect anything.
Uchiha Yong was silent for a moment, and then, on his usually serious face, a hint of… a relieved smile suddenly appeared?
He stretched out his broad palm, gently placed it on the top of You’s head, and ruffled his soft black hair, with a hint of pride in his tone: “Good boy! Your strength has increased so much! It seems that Qinyin is right, you are really growing recently, and the growth is extraordinary!”
After a pause, he added, his voice full of pride as a member of the Uchiha clan: “You are worthy of being the son of Uchiha Yong! You are worthy of being the offspring of our Uchiha clan!”
Hearing his father’s words, You finally felt relieved. He didn’t expect that his father not only didn’t doubt him, but was actually happy and proud of him.
“Hehe…” You smiled a little embarrassedly, but he was very happy in his heart.
It seems that the Uchiha in this world encourage and appreciate the powerful strength of their clansmen. This is undoubtedly good news for him.
Qin Yin also came out of the kitchen at this time. Seeing the father and son in the yard, she asked curiously, “Yong, You, what are you talking about?”
Uchiha Yong smiled and said to Qin Yin: “Qin Yin, come and see! Our You just pushed the washing stone basin!”
“Ah?!” Qin Yin heard this and showed the same surprised expression as Uchiha Yong. She walked quickly to the stone basin, looked at it carefully, and then looked at You’s small body, her face full of disbelief: “Really? You, can you really push it?”
Yuu nodded shyly.
Qinyin took a deep breath, and then a surprised smile appeared on her face: “Oh my! Our You is getting stronger and stronger! His strength is almost catching up with mine!” Her words were full of a mother’s pride and joy.
Seeing the genuine smiles on his parents’ faces, You felt warm in his heart. It was a great feeling to be recognized and praised by his family.
“Is this the power of the Whitebeard (Enhanced God-level Version) template? Just one percent of the unlocking degree can bring about such amazing changes in my appetite and strength! If I unlock more in the future, how powerful will it be?” You thought silently in his heart, and his confidence in the future became stronger.
He believed that as long as he kept signing in and continued to become stronger, one day he would have enough power to change the fate of Uchiha and protect this hard-earned warmth and family affection!
The morning sunlight shines through the branches and leaves in the courtyard and falls on the three members of this family, stretching their shadows long, full of warmth and hope.
In the next few days, Uchiha You’s life seemed to return to its former peace.
He still ate and slept on time every day, and occasionally played in his own small yard with Qinyin. However, his appetite remained at an astonishing level, so Qinyin had to prepare more every time. And his strength continued to grow at a slow but real speed.
Qin Yin and Uchiha Yong saw these subtle changes and were delighted. In their opinion, their son was gifted and a manifestation of the excellence of the Uchiha clan’s bloodline. In addition to being pleased and proud, they did not have too many doubts. After all, in this world with chakra and various magical ninjutsu, it was not uncommon for some geniuses to appear beyond common sense.
While enjoying this rare peaceful daily life, Uchiha You is also silently adapting to the changes in his body and carefully hiding the secrets of the system.
This afternoon, the weather was clear and the breeze was not dry.
You was alone by the wall of his yard, drawing circles on the ground with a small branch out of boredom.
His mind was still thinking about the future.
The appearance of the Whitebeard template undoubtedly gave him great hope and confidence. However, he also knew clearly that relying solely on the passive enhancement of the template was far from enough. He also needed to take the initiative to learn, train, and master real combat skills.
“The Uchiha clan is famous for Fire Style and Sharingan. Fire Style is easy and can be learned slowly. But Sharingan…” Yu frowned slightly.
The opening of the Sharingan requires strong emotional stimulation, usually the pain of losing a loved one, or the despair of facing a life-or-death crisis. This way of opening the eyes is too cruel. Yuu does not want himself, or anyone around him, to experience such pain.
“Is there any gentler way to open the eyes? Or, is it possible to directly reward the Sharingan, or even the Mangekyō Sharingan, by signing in to the system?” Yu’s mind was full of questions.
He also thought of the night when the Uchiha clan was exterminated. That tragedy was like a sword hanging over his head, making him feel uneasy all the time.
“Uchiha Itachi… Uchiha Obito… Uchiha Madara… and that Black Zetsu hiding behind the scenes…” The names of those who caused bloody storms in the Naruto plot flashed through his mind one by one.
Facing these powerful enemies, his current insignificant strength is simply not worth mentioning.
“I must become stronger as soon as possible! I must have the power to change everything before tragedy strikes!” You tightened the twig in his hand, his eyes flashing with a firmness that was inconsistent with his age.
Chapter 7 Thank You Izumi (Old Version)
Just as he was immersed in his own thoughts, feeling somewhat confused and heavy about the road ahead, a clear and pleasant voice, like that of an oriole, suddenly came from outside the courtyard wall next to him:
“Hey! Um…are you the new guy Yuu?”
You was slightly startled, and subconsciously raised his head and looked in the direction of the voice.
He saw a small head sticking out from the low wall of the next yard, and a pair of big black eyes looked at him with curiosity.
It was a little girl who looked about his age. She had a very cute bun on her head, with a few strands of naughty hair hanging down in front of her smooth forehead. Her face was round and plump, with a healthy blush, her small nose was slightly tilted, and there was an innocent smile on the corner of her mouth.
The afternoon sun gently shone on her body, casting a faint golden halo on her. Her smile was like a ray of warm sunshine, instantly illuminating You’s somewhat gloomy and heavy heart, and dispelling some of the anxiety in his heart.
You looked at the little girl who suddenly appeared in front of him and was stunned for a moment.
This little girl… looks so familiar.
Her hairstyle, her smile, her big, pure eyes…
A name flashed through his mind like lightning!
Uchiha Izumi!
It was her?!
Yuu’s heart skipped a beat uncontrollably.
Uchiha Izumi, in the original story, is Uchiha Itachi’s childhood sweetheart, a gentle and kind girl with a very tragic fate. She died at the hands of her beloved on the night of the genocide. Her eyes, full of love and confusion, have become the pain in the hearts of countless Naruto fans.
Unexpectedly, he would meet her here, in this way!
“Hello? Why aren’t you talking?” Seeing You just staring at her blankly without any reaction, the little girl on the wall tilted her head with a hint of doubt in her tone. She stretched out her little hand and waved it in front of You.
Yu suddenly came back to his senses, and a blush appeared on his face involuntarily. After all, he was a time traveler with an adult soul. Being stared at and talked to by a little girl at such a close distance still made him feel a little…overwhelmed and embarrassed.
He cleared his throat, trying to make his voice sound more natural: “Ah… I, I am You. You are…”
Seeing that he finally spoke, the little girl smiled even brighter. She jumped down from the low wall lightly and landed steadily on the edge of You’s yard. She patted the dust on her hands, then walked in front of You, stretched out her hand, and introduced herself: “Hello, You! My name is Uchiha Izumi, and I live next door to you! I just came back from my grandmother’s house this morning, and my mother told me that new neighbors moved in next door, so I came to see them!”
Her voice is clear and full of energy, like a happy little bird. Her personality is just like her smile, sunny and cheerful, and very familiar.
“Uchiha Izumi…” You repeated the name silently in his heart. Looking at the little girl in front of him with a beautiful smile and no idea about the future, an indescribable complex emotion surged in his heart.
There was surprise, emotion, and a hint of… a faint pity.
He knew that if the plot of the original novel continued to develop, this girl as bright as the sun would eventually have a very sad ending.
“What if…what if I can change her fate?” A thought quietly sprouted in his heart.
He wanted to protect the innocent smile in front of him and prevent it from being swallowed by the darkness of the future.
This desire to protect was so strong that even he himself was a little surprised. Perhaps, it was because Izumi’s smile was too beautiful and he couldn’t bear to see it wither. Or perhaps, it was because he subconsciously regarded Uchiha Izumi in this world as his first real “friend” in this strange world, besides his parents.
“Hello, Quan.” You shyly reached out her hand and gently held Quan’s hand. Her hand was small and soft, with a hint of warmth that only a child could have.
This was their first meeting.
In a sunny afternoon courtyard, a heavy-hearted time traveler boy met a girl next door with a bright smile.
The thread of fate quietly connects them.
Uchiha Izumi seemed to be completely unaware of the turmoil in Yu’s heart. She was very happy to see Yu respond to her. She let go of her hand, then looked at Yu curiously, her big eyes full of pure kindness and friendliness.
“You, you don’t look very happy. Did you encounter any troubles?” Quan blinked her eyes, with a little concern in her tone. Although she was young, she was very thoughtful and keenly noticed the hint of sadness between You’s eyebrows.
Hearing this, You felt a little warm in his heart. He didn’t expect that this little girl, whom he met for the first time, would be so attentive to his emotions. He shook his head and forced a smile: “No…nothing, I was just thinking about something.”
He couldn’t tell her that he was worried about the genocide that might happen in a few years, right? That would be too shocking.
Seeing that he was unwilling to say more, Quan did not ask any more questions. She just tilted her head and thought for a while, then her eyes lit up, as if she had come up with a good idea. She mysteriously reached into the pocket of her kimono, fumbled for a while, and then took out a string of brightly colored meatballs strung on bamboo sticks.
It was a bunch of classic three-color balls, pink, white, and green, round and very tempting. The surface of the balls was also covered with a layer of crystal clear syrup, exuding a faint sweet fragrance.
“Here! This is for you!” Quan handed the three-color meatball in his hand to You, with an expectant smile on his face, and said like he was presenting a treasure: “This is the three-color meatball made by my grandma! It’s delicious! Try it, and you will feel better after eating something sweet!”
You looked at Quan’s clear, bright eyes full of expectation, and then looked at the string of meatballs in her hand that exuded an alluring aroma. The heaviness and gloom in his heart seemed to be dispelled a lot at this moment.
A warm current slowly rises from the bottom of my heart and flows through my limbs.
This little girl is so… kind and cute.
He knew that in the Uchiha clan, food, especially snacks like this, was also very precious to children. However, Quan did not hesitate to share his favorite meatballs with the person he had just met.
This pure kindness deeply moved You.
He stretched out his hand and took the string of three-colored meatballs hesitantly. It felt slightly heavy in his hand, with a slight residual warmth.
“Thank…thank you, Quan.” You looked at Quan and said sincerely.
Chapter 8: Helping in times of need (Old Version)
When Quan saw him take the meatball, his smile became even brighter, and his eyes curved into cute crescent shapes: “You’re welcome! We’ll be neighbors from now on, so we should help each other! Come and try it, isn’t it delicious?”
You nodded, picked up the meatball and took a small bite.
The pink meatballs have a light cherry blossom fragrance and are soft, chewy and chewy. The white meatballs have the pure original flavor of glutinous rice, which is sweet and not greasy. The green meatballs have a hint of bitterness and fragrance of matcha. The three flavors blend in the mouth, sweet but not greasy, soft, chewy and sweet, and really delicious.
“Mm! So delicious!” You exclaimed sincerely. This was not only because of the taste of the meatballs themselves, but also because of the pure friendship and care contained in them.
Quan was happier to hear his praise than to eat the meatballs herself. She put her hands behind her back, leaned forward slightly, and watched You eat the meatballs with a satisfied smile on her face.
The simple act of sharing food invisibly brought the two children closer together.
Yuu quickly finished a string of three-color meatballs, and felt a lot more relaxed. He wiped the sugar stains from the corners of his mouth with his sleeve, and then showed Quan a heartfelt smile.
“Quan, thank you for the meatballs, they are really delicious.”
“Hehe, that’s what I told you!” Izumi raised his chin proudly, and then as if he suddenly remembered something, he began to chatter with You about some interesting things in the Uchiha clan’s territory.
“You, do you know? In the small river south of our tribe, you can catch small fish in the summer! But be careful, there are sometimes snakes near the river!”
“Also, there’s a big cherry tree next to the police force’s training ground. It’s so beautiful when it blooms in the spring! Sometimes we sneak over there to pick up the fallen cherry petals!”
“By the way, the red bean cakes at the dim sum shop on the corner of East Street are also super delicious! But they are a little expensive, so my mother doesn’t buy them for me often…”
Quan’s voice was clear and melodious, full of innocence and vitality. She was like a happy little sparrow, constantly sharing everything she knew with You. She talked about which corner of the tribe had fun, which place had delicious food, which uncle’s cat was particularly clingy, and which grandmother made the best rice balls…
You listened quietly, with a gentle smile on his face. He did not find Quan noisy, but felt that her voice was very pleasant and full of the breath of life.
The scenes and trivial daily life described by Quan were so novel, so distant, and yet so…desirable to him who had lived in a steel forest in his previous life.
This is the life that ordinary children should have, carefree and full of curiosity and exploration of the world.
He would occasionally interject a word or two and ask some simple questions, and Quan would answer them very enthusiastically.
In the sunshine, two little figures, separated by a low courtyard wall, chatted happily. One talked, the other listened, and the atmosphere was harmonious and beautiful.
At this moment, the seeds of friendship quietly took root and sprouted in their hearts.
Before I knew it, the sun had already set and the sky began to darken.
“Quan! Come home for dinner!” Quan’s mother’s voice came from the next yard.
“Got it – Mom!” Quan responded to the person next door, and then said to You with a lingering look: “You, I should go home. I had a great time chatting with you today!”
Yuya nodded and said with a smile, “Yeah, I’m happy too, Izumi. Thank you for accompanying me today.”
“Then… can we still play together tomorrow?” Quan looked at You, his big eyes full of anticipation.
You nodded without hesitation: “Of course!”
“Great!” Quan jumped up happily, then waved to You: “Then I’ll go back first! See you tomorrow, You!”
“See you tomorrow, Izumi.” Yuya waved to her.
Quan turned around and skipped back to her own yard. Soon, she could hear her and her mother talking next door, as well as the smell of food.
You stood there, watching Quan leave, the smile on his face lingering for a long time.
This afternoon, he felt very relaxed and happy. The appearance of Uchiha Izumi was like a warm spring breeze, blowing away a lot of the haze in his heart.
“Uchiha Izumi…” He whispered the name, and his eyes became much softer.
He thought, maybe, coming to this world was not all bad. At least, he had a new family and met a lovely friend like Quan.
In order to protect this beauty, he must become stronger.
Night falls and the sky is filled with stars.
After dinner, You returned to his bedroom early at Qinyin’s urging.
He lay on the tatami, but he was not sleepy at all. In his mind, he was still thinking about what happened during the day and his various plans for the future.
“System.” He muttered silently in his mind.
The next moment, the translucent virtual panel that only he could see appeared before his eyes.
【God-level sign-in system】
Host: [Uchiha Yuu]【Sign in】(available)
[Backpack] (Energy Restoration Candy x0) – Wait, there should be something in the backpack!
You looked carefully and found that he had misread the number of items in the backpack. It should be that after signing in for the first time, he was focused on the template and did not read the text prompt of the backpack carefully. He remembered that the system prompt said that there would be a super prize for the first sign-in, which was the White Beard template. But the system also said that “the first sign-in every day will get a reward.”
Did I get two rewards for signing in for the first time? One is the super prize and the other is the daily reward?
He tried to focus his mind on the backpack, and sure enough, the detailed information of the backpack unfolded.
【Backpack】:
[Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template (primary – unlocked 1%)] x1 (equipped/fused)
[Newbie Sign-in Lucky Bag] x1 (unopened)
“Huh? There’s also a newbie sign-in lucky bag?” You’s eyes lit up. This was a pleasant surprise! He was so busy shocking the Whitebeard template that he actually overlooked this!
He quickly concentrated his mind and selected the [Newbie Sign-in Lucky Bag].
“Do you want to open the [Newbie Sign-in Lucky Bag]?” The system prompt sounded.
“Turn it on!” You said without hesitation.
A soft white light flashed on the lucky bag icon, and then the lucky bag disappeared, and several new items appeared in the backpack.
[Ding! The newbie sign-in lucky bag has been opened successfully! Congratulations to the host for receiving the following rewards:][Chakra Refining Technique (Basic Version)] x1 (Skill scroll, can be mastered after use)
[Three Body Techniques (Substitution Technique, Transformation Technique, Clone Technique)] x1 (Skill scroll, can be mastered after use)
[Kunai Throwing Technique (Beginner)] x1 (Skill experience, you can understand it after using it)
[Stamina Recovery Potion (Weak)] x3 (consumable, can slowly restore a small amount of stamina)
[Gold Coins] x100 (system currency, can be used in the system mall to be opened in the future)
10.
Looking at the things that came out of the lucky bag, You felt delighted.
Chapter 9: Helping in times of need (Old Version)
“That’s great! It’s really a timely help!”
[Chakra Refining Technique] and [Three Body Technique] are the foundation of ninja entry! Although it is only the basic version and the ordinary Three Body Technique, it is undoubtedly crucial for him now. He was worrying about how to start practicing chakra legitimately, and the system delivered it directly to his door.
[Kunai Throwing Technique (Beginner’s Guide)] is also very practical. The Uchiha clan is good at throwing ninja tools. With this, he can get started faster.
[Physical Strength Recovery Potion] Although it only has a slight effect, it is better to have it than not, and it may come in handy at a critical moment.
As for [Gold Coins], although we don’t know when the system mall will open and what we can buy with them, I think they will not be useless.
“Not bad, not bad. This lucky bag for beginners is quite powerful!” You nodded with satisfaction.
He first focused his mind on the skill scroll of [Chakra Refining Technique (Basic Version)].
“Do you want to learn [Chakra Refining Technique (Basic Version)]?”
“study!”
A flash of white light passed by, and the skill scroll turned into dots of light and merged into his mind. In an instant, the knowledge and methods of how to extract chakra from physical energy and spiritual energy were clearly imprinted in the depths of his memory, as if he was born with the ability.
Next, he learned the [Three Body Technique] and [Kunai Throwing Technique (Beginner’s Guide)].
The same light flashed, and the relevant knowledge and skills were all mastered by him. He felt that as long as he practiced a little, he would be able to skillfully use these ninjutsu and techniques.
After doing all this, Youcai turned his attention back to the eye-catching [Sign In] button.
Today was a new day and he could do his second sign-in.
“I signed in in the yard yesterday and won the super prize of the White Beard template. What will I get when I sign in in the bedroom today?” You’s heart was full of anticipation.
He knew that the rewards for daily check-ins would definitely not be as amazing as the first check-in at a special location, but a small reward is still meat, and it is always good to have more cards.
“Sign-in location: [own bedroom].”
“Sign in!” You said silently in his heart.
The [Sign In] button lit up, and a white light that was much dimmer and more ordinary than the golden light yesterday flashed past him.
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at [own bedroom]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Energy Restoration Candy x3]!”
As the system prompt sounded, three candies wrapped in transparent candy wrappers and emitting a faint minty fragrance appeared in the [backpack] of the virtual panel.
[Energy Restoration Candy]: Common rarity. After eating, it can quickly restore a small amount of physical and mental strength in a short period of time, and bring a refreshing taste. No side effects.
“Energy recovery candy?” You looked at the new items in his backpack and touched his chin.
“Although it’s not as stunning as the Whitebeard template, and not as practical as the skills in the novice bag, this candy… seems pretty good.” He read the description of the candy carefully.
Quickly recovering a small amount of physical strength and energy will undoubtedly be very useful for his future training. Moreover, it can also bring a refreshing taste, which sounds like it should taste good.
“It can be used to replenish my energy after training, or… I can also give it to Izumi to taste?” The sunny smile of Uchiha Izumi involuntarily emerged in You’s mind.
When he thought of Quan, the corners of his mouth unconsciously rose slightly.
“The system said before that I can sign in at any location. Moreover, there are surprises at special locations and for first-time sign-ins. So, can I try some other more meaningful places in the clan tomorrow?” You began to think about it.
“For example… the Uchiha clan’s training ground? That should be where the clan members often practice. Maybe I can sign in some combat-related skills or items.”
“And… Nanga Shrine!” As soon as this name appeared, You’s heartbeat involuntarily quickened.
Nanga Shrine is of great significance to the Uchiha clan. It is not only a place for the Uchiha clan to worship, but also hides a secret stone tablet that has been passed down from generation to generation. If you can sign in there, you may get unexpected huge rewards!
“However, not just anyone can enter the Nanga Shrine, especially the core area inside. As a child, it might be difficult for me to go in and sign in.” You analyzed calmly.
“It seems that choosing a check-in location is also a science. Not only do you have to consider the uniqueness of the location, but you also have to consider whether you have the ability to get there.”
Yuu’s heart was filled with a desire to explore this god-level sign-in system. He felt like he had obtained a treasure map, and the entire Naruto world had become a paradise for him to explore and discover treasures.
“Well, let’s go find Quan to play tomorrow, and by the way… give her one of these energy-restoring candies to try. Then, let’s see if there’s a chance to go around the clan’s training ground.” You silently made plans for the next day in his mind.
With a vision for the future and a little excitement, You slowly closed his eyes.
He slept particularly soundly that night.
Early the next morning, You woke up in high spirits.
He first tried to sense and refine the chakra in his body according to the method of [Chakra Refining Technique] in his mind. Perhaps because he had the Whitebeard template, his physical fitness had been strengthened to a certain extent, or perhaps because his soul power was relatively strong, he successfully extracted a trace of weak chakra from his body with almost no effort.
Although this strand of chakra was as thin as a gossamer and almost negligible, its appearance made You ecstatic!
This means that he has officially embarked on the path of ninja training!
In the following period of time, as long as he practices diligently, he can continuously increase the amount of chakra in his body and lay a solid foundation for learning more powerful ninjutsu in the future.
After breakfast, Uchiha Yong went to the police force early as usual, while Qin Yin stayed at home to do some housework.
After obtaining Qin Yin’s consent, You ran out of the house excitedly and went straight to Uchiha Izumi’s house next door.
He came to the familiar low wall, looked around, but did not see Quan.
“Quan! Quan! Are you home?” You called out twice tentatively.
Soon, Quan’s crisp response came from the next yard: “Is that You? I’m here!”
With the sound of “dong dong dong” running, Uchiha Izumi’s little figure with a cute bun appeared beside the courtyard wall. She had a bright smile on her face and seemed very happy to see You.
“You! You came to play with me!”
“Yeah!” Youye nodded with a smile. He took out a [Energy Restoration Candy] wrapped in a transparent candy wrapper from his pocket, handed it to Quan, and said, “Quan, this candy is for you. It’s delicious!”
These are the candies he got when he signed in yesterday, three in total, and he specially left one for Quan.
Uchiha Izumi looked at the crystal clear candy in You’s hand that exuded a faint mint fragrance, and a hint of surprise flashed in his big eyes.
Chapter 10 What Candy (Old Version)
“Wow! What kind of candy is this? It looks so beautiful!” Quan stretched out his little hand, carefully took the candy, and looked at it curiously.
“You’ll know if you try it.” You smiled mysteriously.
Quan nodded, peeled off the candy wrapper impatiently, and put the light blue candy into his mouth.
The moment the candy entered her mouth, a cool and sweet taste spread across her tongue, with a hint of the uniquely refreshing scent of mint.
“Wow!” Quan’s eyes suddenly lit up, and a look of surprise appeared on his face. “Wow! This candy is cool, sweet, and delicious! It’s better than any candy I’ve ever eaten!”
She squinted her eyes happily, feeling the wonderful taste of the candy slowly melting in her mouth.
“Thank you, You! This candy is so delicious!” Quan said to You with a slightly unclear voice while holding the candy in his mouth. The smile on his face was so sweet that it seemed like honey was about to overflow.
You looked at Quan’s satisfied look and felt very happy. He thought it was worth it to exchange a small candy for her pure happiness.
At this moment, both of them felt a faint but clear warm current rising from their abdomens and quickly spreading to their limbs. Their spirits, which were originally a little sleepy due to getting up early, were also refreshed, and their bodies seemed to be filled with new energy.
“Huh?” Quan blinked in surprise. “You, I feel… after eating this candy, I’m not sleepy anymore, and I feel more energetic!”
You smiled and explained, “Well, this is a kind of candy that can restore your energy.” Of course, he would not tell the truth, but just briefly mentioned it.
“Wow! Is it so magical?” Quan’s eyes were full of stars, and he admired You even more, “You, you are amazing! You actually have such great candy!”
In the minds of children, a friend who can come up with this kind of “magic” candy is undoubtedly very remarkable.
You felt a little embarrassed by her praise, scratched his head and chuckled.
Thanks to the energy-restoring candies, both of them felt a lot more energetic and had more fun playing around.
They first chased and played across the wall in their respective courtyards. Izumi was like a happy butterfly, laughing like a silver bell. Although Yuu deliberately controlled his speed and strength, the physical fitness improvement brought by the white beard template still made him appear to be much more flexible and agile than Izumi of the same age.
However, he knew how to take care of Quan’s emotions. From time to time, he would deliberately slow down his pace, or pretend to be caught up by Quan, so that Quan could also experience the joy of “victory”.
After playing the chasing game for a while, the two of them moved to the wall and started playing cat’s tangle. This is a simple game often played by children in this era. It only needs an ordinary rope to play various tricks.
Quan’s hands were very deft, and he quickly used the rope to turn out patterns such as “small bridge” and “fishing net”. Although it was the first time for You to play, he had an adult soul after all, and he had a strong learning ability. He quickly mastered the tricks and played with Quan, having a lot of fun.
In the sunshine, two little figures are full of laughter.
The simple sharing of candies and the happy time playing together made their friendship deepened without them realizing it.
In Quan’s heart, You has changed from a “new neighbor” to a “generous and powerful good friend”. She feels very happy to play with You. You not only takes out delicious candies to share with her, but also plays various interesting games with her and takes care of her feelings.
In Yu’s heart, Izumi’s innocent smile and clear and sweet laughter are like sweet spring water, nourishing his slightly tired heart due to carrying too many secrets and pressures. When he is with Izumi, he can temporarily forget the heavy future and enjoy the simple happiness that belongs to children.
Before I knew it, it was almost time for lunch.
“You, let’s play together tomorrow!” Quan pulled You’s clothes and said reluctantly. There were beads of sweat on her forehead, and her little face was red from playing, which made her look even cuter.
“Yeah!” You nodded without hesitation, with a sincere smile on his face, “Let’s play together tomorrow!”
After receiving You’s affirmative answer, Quan finally let go of his hand contentedly and waved at him: “Then I’ll go home for dinner first! I’ll come see you in the afternoon!”
“good!”
Watching Quan skipping back to his home, You’s heart was filled with warmth.
He thought it was a blessing to have such a lovely friend.
And he became more determined to protect this beauty.
For Quan, for the parents in this world, and for himself, he must continue to become stronger!
With this belief, You turned around and prepared to go home for dinner first, and then come out in the afternoon to see if he could find an opportunity to sign in near the Uchiha clan’s training ground.
New adventures and challenges seemed to be beckoning him not far away.
The afternoon sun shines warmly in the courtyard, and the cicadas’ chirping sounds one after another, adding a bit of summer noise to this quiet afternoon.
Uchiha You and Uchiha Izumi were playing hide-and-seek in their backyard with great interest. The backyard was smaller than the front yard, with some sundries piled up and a few medium-sized fruit trees, providing a lot of places to hide.
“I’m hiding! You, come find me!” Quan’s clear voice came from behind a dense pomegranate tree. There was a hint of pride in her voice, and it was obvious that she was very confident in the hiding place she had chosen.
“Okay!” You responded in a long voice, then closed his eyes and began to count silently in his mind.
“One, two, three… ten!”
After counting to ten, You opened his eyes and began searching the yard for Quan.
He first pretended to look for the spring in several conspicuous places, such as behind the water tank and next to the firewood pile, but he did not find any.
“Izumi, where are you?” You deliberately raised his voice and shouted, trying to lure Quan to make a sound.
However, behind the pomegranate tree there was silence, except for the rustling of leaves in the breeze.
The corners of You’s mouth slightly raised, and he didn’t rush to the pomegranate tree. He closed his eyes again, took a deep breath, and tried to calm himself down.
Since he merged with the Whitebeard template, he found that his body had not only changed in strength and appetite, but also seemed to have undergone some wonderful changes in some more subtle aspects.
Chapter 11: Three Body Techniques (Old Version)
For example, his perception seemed to have become sharper than before.
This kind of acuity does not simply refer to an enhancement of vision or hearing, but a more vague and more difficult to describe “feeling”.
Just like now, he closed his eyes, eliminated the interference of vision and hearing, and concentrated on feeling the surrounding environment. He seemed to be able to vaguely “feel” that there was a faint “breath” or “sense of existence” in a certain direction.
This feeling was very faint and erratic, like ripples in the water, fleeting. If he hadn’t deliberately tried to catch it, it would have been easy to ignore it.
“Quan… should be in that direction…” You judged silently in his heart. The faint “sense of existence” he felt seemed to come from the direction of the pomegranate tree.
This is not seen with the eyes, nor heard with the ears, but a kind of… intuition? Or, a perception ability that transcends the ordinary five senses.
“Could it be… this is the influence of the Whitebeard template? Similar to… the prototype of the Observation Haki in the One Piece world?” A bold guess suddenly popped up in Yu’s mind.
Observation Haki is a very powerful ability in the One Piece world, which can sense the opponent’s breath, emotions, movements, and even predict the future. As the strongest man in the world, Whitebeard’s attainment of Observation Haki is naturally at the pinnacle.
If the template he merged also contained the prototype of this ability, it would undoubtedly be another huge surprise for him!
Although this perception is still very weak and has a small range, and can only vaguely determine a general direction, its appearance itself is of great significance!
“If this is really the prototype of Observation Haki, then as the degree of template unlocking increases, this perception ability will definitely become stronger and stronger!” You’s heart was filled with excitement and anticipation.
He opened his eyes, a barely perceptible smile appeared on his face, and then he took his short legs and walked slowly towards the pomegranate tree.
He did not rush forward directly, but deliberately took a detour and pretended to be searching somewhere else.
“Izumi, I seem to hear your voice!” You said in a puzzled tone as he walked.
Still no movement behind the pomegranate tree.
You walked near the pomegranate tree, stopped, and listened. He could hear the leaves rustling in the wind and a few birds singing in the distance, but there was no sound of Quan’s breathing or other movements.
“Strange, did I guess wrong?” You muttered to himself.
At this moment, he closed his eyes again and concentrated on “perceiving”.
That faint sense of “existence” still exists, and it seems to have moved a little!
“On the other side of the tree!” You suddenly opened his eyes and quickly went around the tree trunk.
Sure enough, Uchiha Izumi was curled up on the other side of the tree trunk, covering her mouth tightly with her hands, trying not to make any sound. There were beads of sweat on her forehead, and when she saw Yu suddenly appear, her little face showed a surprised expression.
“Found you!” You said with a smile.
“Ah!” Quan exclaimed and stomped her feet in annoyance, “You, you are so awesome! I hid so secretly, but you found it!” Her little mouth pouted slightly, with a hint of unwillingness, but more of it was admiration for You.
You laughed inwardly, but on his face he showed a smug expression of “as expected”, but he said modestly: “Haha, it’s just luck! I think I heard some movement over here just now.”
Of course, he would not tell Quan that he found her through a strange “perception”. This kind of thing is too troublesome to explain and it is easy to arouse unnecessary suspicion.
“Humph! I’ll hide better next time!” Quan said unconvinced.
In the next few games of hide-and-seek, You always relied on this weak “perception” to “coincidentally” find Quan when she least expected it, or avoid her in advance when she was about to find him.
Quan thought it was a coincidence at first, but after it happened so many times, she couldn’t help but feel a little surprised and admired.
“You, you are so awesome! You can always find me! Do you have any secret weapon?” Quan blinked his big eyes and looked at You curiously.
You smiled secretly in his heart, but said seriously on his face: “There is no secret weapon, it’s all luck, just luck.” He reached out his hand, rubbed Quan’s little head, and changed the subject: “Okay, okay, let’s stop playing hide-and-seek, let’s go play something else?”
“Hmm… okay.” Although Quan was still a little confused, he was soon attracted by the new entertainment proposal.
Although this “perception” is still very weak and unstable, sometimes working and sometimes not, its appearance undoubtedly makes Yu more aware of the power of the Whitebeard template, and is full of more expectations for future training.
He believed that as long as he continued to work hard, one day he would be able to truly master the all-seeing Observation Haki!
In the next few days, in addition to staying at home to accompany Kotone and play with Izumi, Uchiha You also began to consciously perform some simple chakra training.
He would take some time every day to sit cross-legged and refine chakra from physical and mental energy according to the method of [Chakra Refining Technique] in his mind.
Perhaps because of the physical enhancement brought by the Whitebeard template, his chakra refining speed was faster than he expected. In just a few days, the amount of chakra in his body, although still not much, was much stronger than the initial thin state.
At the same time, he also began to try to practice the [Three Body Technique].
With the transformation technique, he can easily change into the appearance of Kotone or Uchiha Yong. Although there are some flaws in the details, it looks pretty good.
He also mastered the trick of the substitution technique, and was able to use wooden stakes or other objects to take the attack instead of himself at critical moments.
As for the art of clone, he can currently only create a blurry phantom clone that will scatter at the slightest touch. He still has a long way to go before he can create a real physical clone.
Even so, this rate of progress is already amazing for a child who is only four or five years old.
All of this is thanks to the help of the system and the subtle influence of the Whitebeard template.
That afternoon, You went to play with Quan as usual.
However, today he had no plans to play in his yard, but had a new plan.
“Quan, let’s go to a new place to play today, okay?” You held Quan’s little hand and said mysteriously.
Chapter 12: Deception (Old Version)
“New place? Where is it?” Quan tilted his little head and asked curiously.
“Follow me and you’ll know!” You didn’t say anything, but pulled Quan and walked towards the direction of the clan’s land.
The Uchiha clan is very large. In addition to the houses and courtyards where the clan members live, there are also some public facilities. For example, the police force is stationed, the meeting hall where the clan leader and elders hold meetings, and… the training ground where the clan members practice.
Yuu’s destination was the public training ground of the Uchiha clan.
He wants to sign in there!
Places like the training ground are filled with the atmosphere of battle and training. I think it should be considered a “special place”. If you sign in for the first time, you might get a good reward.
Moreover, he also wanted to see with his own eyes how the ninjas in this world trained.
The two walked hand in hand on the small road in the clan land. Although the Uchiha clan land was a relatively independent area in Konoha Village, the roads inside were relatively clean. Occasionally, some clan members wearing Uchiha family crests could be seen on the roadside. When they saw the two children, You and Izumi, most of them would smile kindly and nod.
Soon, they arrived at the edge of the public training grounds of the Uchiha clan.
This is a very open field, the ground is solid soil, scattered with some wooden stakes and targets for training. In the center of the field, there are several simple arenas made of stones.
At this moment, many Uchiha people were practicing on the training ground.
Some people were practicing physical skills, their fists and feet hitting each other, making dull “bang bang” sounds, and their movements were swift and powerful.
Some people were practicing throwing shurikens and kunai. With flashing lights, shurikens accurately hit the bull’s eye in the distance, making a “clang clang” sound.
There were also some older teenagers who were gathered together, seemingly practicing some kind of ninjutsu, with small flames or smoke rising from time to time.
The entire training ground was filled with a tense and passionate atmosphere.
It seemed that Quan was here for the first time. Seeing the older brothers and sisters training hard, his big eyes were filled with novelty and a hint of yearning.
“Wow! You, is this the training ground? So many people are practicing here!” Quan said to You in a low voice with a hint of excitement in his tone.
Yu nodded, his eyes quickly scanning the training ground. When he saw the agile skills of those Uchiha boys, he couldn’t help but feel excited.
“This is the world of ninja… full of power and fighting.” He thought secretly in his heart.
He pulled Quan and walked carefully to a relatively secluded corner at the edge of the training ground. There were some piles of miscellaneous items here, which could serve as cover.
“Izumi, wait for me here and don’t run around.” You whispered to Quan.
“Yeah! I know!” Quan nodded obediently, then looked at You curiously, not knowing what he was going to do.
You took a deep breath and said silently in his mind: “System, sign in at the [Uchiha Clan Training Ground]!”
The [Sign In] button lit up, and a white light flashed across his body.
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at the [Uchiha Clan Training Ground (Edge Area)]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Basic Taijutsu Experience (Uchiha Style)]!”
As the system prompt sounded, a huge stream of information, like a flood breaking through a dam, instantly poured into his mind!
This information is all about the theoretical knowledge of Uchiha Fluid Technique, force techniques, breathing methods, as well as detailed analysis and application experience of various common moves!
From the most basic straight punch, swing punch, hook punch, to kicks, elbow strikes, knee strikes, to some simple grappling and throwing techniques, it has everything!
The knowledge was so clear and detailed, as if an experienced master of physical techniques was teaching him the secrets of Uchiha fluid techniques step by step!
You felt as if his head was forced into a huge library. All kinds of understanding and insights about physical skills were like enlightenment, which instantly elevated his understanding of physical skills to a whole new level!
He could even understand the Uchiha boys who were practicing on the training ground, whether their attacks were using the right force, whether their movements were standard, and what areas could be improved.
This feeling is so wonderful!
“Too…too awesome!” You’s heart was filled with shock.
He originally thought that by signing in at the training ground, he might get some ninja tools or some low-level ninjutsu scrolls. But he didn’t expect that the system would directly give him such a precious [Basic Taijutsu Experience (Uchiha Style)]!
This is simply a priceless treasure for him who has just embarked on the path of cultivation!
Although his body is still very weak and his chakra is very low, he may not be able to fully display these physical skills in a short period of time. However, having these theoretical knowledge and skills is equivalent to laying a solid foundation for him and pointing out the direction for progress!
As long as he practices diligently and integrates these insights into his own physical instincts, his physical skills will surely improve by leaps and bounds!
“Uchiha Fluid Technique…is known for its flexibility, speed, and precision. It’s good at utilizing the body’s flexibility and explosive power. Combined with the Sharingan’s insight, it can often produce unexpected results.” Yu silently digested the information in his mind, his eyes becoming brighter and brighter.
He felt as if he had opened the door to a new world.
Just as he was immersed in the joy of gaining experience in physical skills, Quan’s somewhat worried voice brought him back to reality:
“You? You? What’s wrong with you? Why are you in a daze?” Quan stretched out his little hand and waved it in front of him, with a trace of concern on his little face.
Yuu finally came back to his senses, and seeing Quan’s worried look, he quickly smiled and said, “Ah…it’s nothing, Quan. I was just watching those older brothers practice, and I thought they were so awesome.”
“Yes, yes!” Quan nodded repeatedly, his big eyes sparkling with admiration, “They are all so awesome! Especially the brother in blue clothes, he just knocked down several wooden stakes in one go!”
You looked in the direction that Quan pointed, and saw an Uchiha boy, about twelve or thirteen years old, doing strength training. Every time his fist hit the special wooden stake, a dull loud noise was made, showing his extraordinary strength.
“Yeah, it’s really amazing.” You nodded.
Then, a strong impulse suddenly surged in his heart.
He wanted to… give it a try!
Try out the physical skills you just gained and see if you can perform those moves.
He looked around. This corner was quite remote and no one noticed them except him and Izumi.
“Izumi, let’s play here for a while?” You said to Quan.
“Okay, okay!” Quan clapped his hands happily, “What shall we play?”
You thought about it and said, “Why don’t we… learn to practice from those older brothers?”
Chapter 13: Taijutsu Experience (Old Version)
“Learn to practice from them?” Quan blinked, a little confused, but nodded, “Okay! How do I learn?”
You took a deep breath and recalled the key points of the basic physical skills of the Uchiha style in his mind. He first took the simplest fighting stance, with his feet slightly apart, his body slightly lowered, and his fists in front of his chest.
Then he attempted a straight punch.
However, ideals are full and reality is skinny.
After all, he was only a four or five-year-old child, and his coordination and strength were still very weak. Although he had a clear idea of ​​the movements in his mind, when he actually performed them, he looked a little… funny and clumsy.
His straight punches were limp and powerless, and his horse stance was unstable, his body swaying as if he would fall at any moment.
“Puchi…” Quan couldn’t help laughing when he saw You’s clumsy look.
You’s face turned slightly red, feeling a little embarrassed.
But Quan didn’t mean to laugh at him. Instead, she thought Yuu was very funny. She imitated the adults who were watching the game or training nearby, clenched her fists, and cheered for Yuu in a childish voice:
“You! Come on! Hey! Ha! You, you’re great!”
Her voice was clear and childish, yet full of sincere encouragement.
Looking at Quan’s serious expression and listening to her babyish encouragement, You’s embarrassment and awkwardness instantly disappeared.
A warm current surged from the bottom of my heart.
He felt that with Quan cheering him on, even if his actions were clumsy or funny, they were still meaningful.
“Yeah! I’ll try my best!” You cheered himself up and his eyes became determined.
He once again recalled the physical skills he had learned in his mind, and tried hard to adjust his posture and the way he exerted force.
Straight punch! Swing punch! Kick!
He repeated these basic movements over and over again.
Although his movements still seemed immature, clumsy, and even a little deformed, he practiced very seriously and with great devotion.
Sweat quickly soaked his hair and slid down his cheeks. His breathing became a little rapid, and his face turned red due to the effort.
And Uchiha Izumi, like a little cheerleader, has been tirelessly cheering him on.
“You! Harder! Hey!”
“Yuu! Kick higher! Ha!”
“You! You’re awesome! Keep it up!”
One practices seriously (but clumsily), the other cheers hard (but in a babyish voice).
In the corner of the training ground, the sunlight shines through the gaps in the leaves and falls on two small figures, creating a warm picture that is both harmonious and lovely.
Seeing Quan’s cute look and hearing her energetic encouragement, You felt as if he was filled with endless motivation and practiced even harder.
Although his movements are still so…non-standard, even a little funny.
But he believed that as long as he persisted, one day he would be able to perfectly display the physical skills in his mind!
In the next few days, Uchiha You would drag Uchiha Izumi to the edge of the Uchiha clan’s public training ground every afternoon to “play”.
Of course, for You, this is more than just playing.
He has two real purposes.
The first one, of course, is to do a daily sign-in.
Ever since he signed in at the training ground for the first time and received the [Basic Physical Training Experience (Uchiha Style)], You has been looking forward to this place. He hopes to receive more training-related rewards by signing in continuously.
However, he was slightly disappointed that the rewards he received for signing in at the edge of the training ground over the next few days were rather ordinary.
Sometimes it is a [micro-strength recovery potion] that can help him relieve the fatigue caused by training.
Sometimes it is [a slight increase in body flexibility], making his body more flexible.
Sometimes, it’s even just some ordinary [dry food] or [clean water].
Although these rewards are not as amazing as the first time, they are better than nothing, and can still play a supporting role in his current practice.
Yu’s second goal is to use the auxiliary items obtained by signing in, as well as the precious [Basic Physical Training Experience (Uchiha Style)] in his mind, to practice physical training diligently.
Every afternoon, he would repeat the basic punching, kicking, blocking and other movements over and over again, accompanied by Quan’s “professional” encouragement.
His progress is amazingly rapid!
In just a few days, his physical movements went from being clumsy and funny at first to becoming quite capable!
His punches were no longer soft, but carried a slight gust of wind. His kicks became faster and more powerful. His horse stance became more stable, and his coordination and balance improved significantly.
Although his physical skills still seemed immature by adult standards, if we judged it by the standards of a child who was only four or five years old, his performance was far beyond the level of his peers!
It’s even more standard and smoother than some seven or eight-year-old boys who have just started to practice physical skills!
All of this, of course, is due to the enlightening guidance of [Basic Physical Training Tips (Uchiha Style)], as well as the assistance of some small rewards obtained from daily sign-ins.
Of course, You’s own efforts and understanding are also indispensable.
Uchiha Izumi, who saw all of You’s amazing changes, was completely shocked.
Every day, she accompanied You to the edge of the training ground like a little follower. She witnessed how You went from being a “little fool” who couldn’t even stand in a horse stance to a “little master” who could throw decent punches and kicks in just a few days!
At the beginning, Quan’s cheering contained a hint of encouragement and comfort: “You, come on! Don’t lose heart!”
Later, her cheers had completely turned into amazement and admiration from the bottom of her heart:
“Wow! You! That kick you just did was so cool! So high!”
“You are so amazing, You! This move is much more standard than what my brother (a good-for-nothing distant cousin) taught me!”
“Youyouyou! Are you a genius? You learn everything so quickly!”
There are bright little stars twinkling in Quan’s big eyes almost every day, and the look he gives You is full of undisguised admiration.
In the heart of little Quan, her neighbor friend Uchiha Yu is simply a super genius who can do everything!
Facing Izumi’s admiring eyes, although You was secretly delighted (the system was awesome!), he still tried to remain humble on the surface:
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“It’s not that great. It’s because of your encouragement every day, Quan, that I have the energy to practice.” He would rub Quan’s little head and say with a smile.
This kind of “mutual commercial praise” made Quan even happier, and more determined to cheer for You every day.
Just like that, with You’s “rapid” progress and Izumi’s “professional” cheering, their “playing” on the edge of the training ground became more and more interesting.
Yuu’s physical skills foundation was being strengthened at a speed visible to the naked eye. And the friendship between him and Quan was also becoming deeper and deeper during this time of “training” together.
That evening, as the sun set, the sky was dyed a brilliant orange-red.
You and Izumi finished “playing” on the training ground and walked home hand in hand.
When I got home, Qinyin was busy in the kitchen preparing dinner. The aroma of food wafted out from the kitchen, making people salivate.
Uchiha Yong has not returned from the police force yet.
When You saw Qinyin busy in the kitchen, she ran over and said, “Mom, let me help you!”
Qinyin smiled with relief when she heard this. She patted You’s head and said softly, “You is so good. But there’s a lot of smoke in the kitchen, so you can just watch mom cook, or help mom pass the plate or something, okay?”
For a child of four or five years old, Qinyin didn’t expect him to be of much help. As long as he didn’t cause any trouble, it was good enough.
“Yeah!” You nodded obediently.
He stood at the kitchen door, watching Qinyin chopping and cooking vegetables skillfully. The sound of pots and pans colliding, the sizzling sound of oil pouring into the hot wok, and the tempting aroma of the food formed a warm picture full of life.
At this moment, an idea suddenly flashed in You’s mind.
“System, the kitchen… is it a special place? I wonder what reward I will get if I sign in here?”
His heart moved, and he immediately said silently in his mind: “System, sign in at [my kitchen]!”
The [Sign In] button lit up, and a soft white light flashed across his body.
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at [own kitchen]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Cooking (Beginner)]!”
As the system prompt sounded, a stream of knowledge and skills about cooking slowly flowed into his mind like a trickle.
This knowledge includes basic food processing methods (such as how to remove fishy smell and how to keep food fresh), basic knife skills (such as slicing, shredding, and dicing), and the initial ability to control the heat.
In addition, there are several simple and easy-to-learn home cooking recipes, such as scrambled eggs with tomatoes, stir-fried seasonal vegetables, miso tofu soup, etc., with even the detailed steps and ingredients clearly stated.
You was slightly stunned, with a helpless expression on his face.
“Cooking (beginner’s guide)?! System, are you trying to train me to be a good wife and mother… Ugh, an all-around dad?” He couldn’t help but complain in his heart.
He originally thought that by signing in at the kitchen, he might get some special ingredients, or some medicinal recipes that could enhance his physique. But he didn’t expect that he would actually get a life skill – cooking!
However, after a brief moment of surprise, You quickly felt relieved.
“If I think about it carefully, cooking is a pretty good skill!” He touched his chin and began to think seriously.
He remembered the anime “One Piece” he had watched in his previous life. It seemed that there was also a chef with great cooking skills in the Whitebeard Pirates. His name seemed to be Sachi? Being able to make delicious dishes can not only fill the stomach, but also boost morale and unite people.
“Besides, once I learn how to cook, I can make delicious food for Izumi in the future!” In Yu’s mind, the cute image of Uchiha Izumi squinting his eyes with happiness when he ate delicious food emerged involuntarily.
When he thought of this, he felt that the skill of cooking seemed to have become very valuable!
“Well, this skill is good and very practical!” You nodded with satisfaction.
He glanced at the busy Qin Yin, and suddenly an idea popped up in his mind:
“Tomorrow…how about trying to make something simple? For example, making a dessert for Quan, or a love bento?”
Once this idea arose, it took root in his heart, making him eager to try it.
He now has the knowledge of [Cooking (Introduction)]. Theoretically, it shouldn’t be a problem for him to make some simple home-cooked meals or snacks.
“It’s decided! I’ll find a chance tomorrow and give it a try!” You secretly made up his mind.
He was already looking forward to seeing what kind of surprised expression Quan would show when he ate the delicious food he had made.
, carefully wiped off the rice grains and water stains on Quan’s little face.
“Quan, why don’t you just watch me do it, or… help me pass the plate?” You suggested helplessly. He had realized that asking Quan to help would only make things worse.
Quan stuck out his tongue, realizing that he seemed to be doing more harm than good, and said a little embarrassedly: “Okay… Then I’ll help you watch it, come on, You!”
After she finished speaking, she saw that there was a grain of rice on the tip of You’s nose, and she couldn’t help but stretch out her little hand and gently wipe it off for him with her sleeve.
“Youya has turned into a little cat!” Quan giggled.
You couldn’t help laughing when he saw Quan’s red face due to excitement and “labor”, as well as the little rice stains still left on the tip of her nose.
The small kitchen was suddenly filled with the two children’s innocent laughter.
Qinyin watched the two little guys “flirting” with a gentle smile on her face, and did not make a sound to disturb them. She felt that it was a very beautiful thing for children to have such a pure friendship.
After a lot of flurry and chaos, Uchiha Yu’s “love rice ball” was finally “successfully” baked in the mess.
It is called a rice ball, but in fact it is more like a bunch of strangely shaped rice lumps.
Some were barely triangular, some were irregular circles, and some were just a lump with no shape. Some of the rice balls were covered with pickled vegetable crumbs that had not been successfully stuffed in, which looked… quite “abstract” in style.
Qinyin looked at the pile of “terrible” rice balls on the chopping board, and the corners of her mouth twitched slightly, but she still praised very politely: “Oh, our Yuu is really capable! It’s great that he can make rice balls like this for the first time! It looks delicious!”
You’s face turned redder as he listened to his mother’s obviously insincere praise. He knew that the appearance of this pile of rice balls was really… hard to describe.
However, Quan showed great enthusiasm for this.
“Wow! There are so many rice balls! You, did you make all these? You are so awesome!” Quan looked at the pile of rice balls of various shapes, his eyes sparkling with light, as if they were some kind of unique delicacy.
You felt even more embarrassed when he was looked at by Quan. He scratched his head and whispered, “Well… I did it. It’s just… it doesn’t look good.”
Chapter 15: Necessary Sign-in (Old Version)
“It’s okay, it’s okay! It doesn’t matter whether it looks good or not, what matters is that it tastes good!” Quan waved his little hand nonchalantly, then impatiently picked up a plate and carefully put those crooked rice balls on it.
“You, let’s go eat in the yard! I can’t wait!” Quan held the plate and looked at You with anticipation.
You nodded, feeling both nervous and expectant.
Beside the small stone table in the yard, the sun shines through the gaps between the leaves, casting mottled spots of light. A breeze blows by, bringing bursts of coolness.
You and Izumi sat opposite each other, with a plate of love-filled rice balls that condensed You’s hard work placed in front of them.
Yuu looked at the strangely shaped rice balls, feeling very nervous. He didn’t have high expectations, after all, it was his first time making them, and the process was so messy.
He took a deep breath, picked up a rice ball that looked relatively “normal”, hesitated for a moment, then closed his eyes and took a light bite as if he was accepting judgment.
Um……
The texture of the rice was hard in some places and soft in others, which was obviously caused by uneven force when kneading. The pickled vegetables were also placed randomly, some places were salty, and some places were bland.
Overall, the taste… well, it can only be said to be barely edible, and it is still a long way from being “delicious”.
You frowned slightly, feeling a little frustrated. He opened his eyes and looked at Quan opposite him a little embarrassedly, ready to give a warning: “Quan, this… may not taste good…”
However, before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Quan’s next action.
Izumi nonchalantly picked up the largest and ugliest rice ball on the plate – it was a “giant” rice ball that was almost shapeless and had a few strands of seaweed on the surface.
She raised the ugly rice ball to her mouth, then took a big bite and bit it without hesitation!
You’s heart skipped a beat and he looked at Quan nervously, afraid that she would show an expression that was hard to swallow.
However, to his surprise, after chewing for a few times, Quan’s eyes suddenly narrowed happily, and like a cat that had eaten delicious dried fish, he made a satisfied “hmm” sound.
“Hmm! It’s delicious!” Quan said vaguely, and then he couldn’t wait to take a big bite. His little cheeks were stuffed full, like a cute little squirrel.
While chewing hard, she said to You in a slurred voice: “You! The rice balls you made… are the most delicious rice balls I have ever eaten!”
Her tone was so sincere, so certain, and the happiness and satisfaction on her face didn’t seem fake at all.
You looked at Quan’s contented look, and the frustration and uneasiness in his heart were instantly replaced by a huge warm current.
His eyes were slightly moist and his nose was a little sore.
He knew that the rice balls he made would definitely not taste very good. The reason why Quan said it was delicious was entirely because… he made it for her personally.
This pure love and recognition without any falsehood filled You’s heart with indescribable emotion.
“As long as… as long as Quan likes it.” You thought silently in his heart, and a gentle smile from the heart appeared on his face.
He felt that all the chaos and mess he had made in the kitchen was worth it.
Quan quickly finished the “giant” rice ball, then stretched out his little hand without hesitation and picked up the second rice ball.
While eating, she did not forget to use her small mouth with rice grains to say to You incoherently: “You, the rice balls you made are really delicious! Better than those made by my mom and my grandma!”
You listened to Quan’s generous praise. Although he knew that there was a huge “friendship filter” added to the praise, he still felt sweet in his heart.
“Quan, eat slowly, don’t choke.” You reminded with a smile, then picked up the small kettle next to him and poured a glass of water for Quan.
“Hmm!” Quan took the cup of water, gulped down a few sips, and then continued to “struggle” with those crooked rice balls.
Seeing how sweetly Quan was eating, Youya felt that he was not so hungry anymore. He only occasionally picked up a smaller rice ball and ate it in small bites, and paid more attention to the little girl opposite him who was eating happily.
Soon, Quan had eaten most of the rice balls in a plate of different shapes. She touched her bulging belly, burped contentedly, and a happy smile appeared on her face.
“Ah… I’m so full! It’s so delicious!” Quan smacked his lips, still unsatisfied.
Then, she raised her head and looked at You with her big, sparkling eyes, her tone full of expectation and a hint of pleading: “You, in the future… you still have to make rice balls for Quan! Okay?”
Yu looked at Quan’s cute appearance, and his heart softened. He nodded without hesitation and said firmly: “Okay! I will cook for you often in the future! Not only rice balls, but also other more delicious things!”
He believed that with the skill of [Cooking (Beginner)] and constant practice, he would be able to make truly delicious dishes!
“Yeah! That’s great!” Quan jumped up from the stone bench with joy, turned around on the spot, and then threw herself into You’s arms, rubbing her little head, which had a slight smell of rice on it, against You’s chest.
“Yuu is the best!”
You was caught off guard by Quan’s sudden intimacy, and his body stiffened slightly, but soon relaxed. He reached out and gently patted Quan’s back, with an indulgent smile on his face.
In the sunshine, two little figures hug each other, the picture is warm and beautiful.
Their agreement was quietly upgraded at this moment.
From “playing together”, it changed to “making it for Quan in the future”.
This seemingly simple agreement, invisibly, brought two innocent hearts closer.
In the following days, Uchiha You’s life continued to go on peacefully and fulfillingly.
He insisted on refining chakra and practicing the Three Body Technique every day. The amount of chakra in his body was steadily increasing, and he became more and more proficient in the use of the Three Body Technique.
He would still drag Izumi to the edge of the Uchiha clan’s training ground to “play”. With Izumi’s encouragement, his Uchiha fluid skills were also improving at an astonishing rate. The physical skills he had in his mind were gradually being integrated into his physical instincts, making his movements more and more standard and sharper.
And daily sign-in has become an indispensable part of his life.
Chapter 16: Awesome! (Old Version)
Although most of the time, the rewards for signing in were relatively ordinary, such as some potions to restore physical strength, some small gains to improve physical fitness, or some ordinary food and water. But occasionally, the system would bring him some small surprises.
For example, one time when he signed in at his own study, he unexpectedly received a book called [Detailed Explanation of Basic Ninjutsu Theory], which elaborated on the principles of various basic ninjutsu and the knowledge of chakra property changes, which brought his theoretical level to a higher level.
Another time, he signed in at a remote river in the tribe and received a [Fish Guide (Elementary)], which recorded the common fish information in the nearby waters and simple fishing techniques. Although this reward seemed a bit tasteless, it also added some unique fun to You’s life.
And the most important thing, of course, is the continued influence from the Whitebeard template.
That afternoon, Yuu was practicing Uchiha fluid techniques at the edge of the training ground as usual. Izumi sat obediently on a rock nearby, swinging her short legs, chewing on the energy-recovery candy that Yuu had secretly given her in the morning, while watching Yuu practice intently.
You first performed a complete set of Uchiha style basic boxing techniques. The wind from his fists was whistling and his movements were smooth, which was already quite imposing.
Then, he began to practice kicking, front kick, side kick, spinning kick… He tried to make every move standard and accurate.
Just as he completed a beautiful high-leg side kick, his right foot swept through the air with a strong wind and landed steadily, the long-lost system prompt sound suddenly rang in his mind!
“Ding! It is detected that the host continues to perform high-intensity exercise and is in a good mood. The fit between the body and the template has improved!”
“Congratulations to the host! The unlocking progress of [Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template] has reached 2%!”
This sudden reminder made You’s heart skip a beat, and an expression of surprise that was hard to conceal appeared on his face!
Finally…finally I unlocked a little progress!
Although it was only increased from 1% to 2%, which only increased the unlocking rate by one percent, it was undoubtedly a huge encouragement for You!
He could clearly feel that as the system prompt sounded, a warm current that was stronger and purer than the first time the templates were merged emerged from his heart and quickly spread to his limbs and bones!
This warm current rushed through his body, nourishing every cell and strengthening every inch of his bones.
He felt that his strength had improved slightly. His physical fitness had also been enhanced again. His body, which was slightly tired due to continuous exercise, seemed to be injected with new vitality and was full of explosive power!
More importantly, he keenly noticed that his perception of “vibration” seemed to have become clearer!
Before, his perception of vibrations was rather vague, and he could only vaguely feel some weak fluctuations.
But now, he felt as if he could “hear” more voices from the earth!
For example, when someone walks in the distance, the ground trembles slightly.
For example, when the wind blows through the leaves, the trunk of a tree shakes slightly.
He even seemed to be able to catch a trace of the slight air flow fluctuations generated when Lian Quan sat on the stone and gently shook his calves!
“Is this… the enhanced perception brought by the ability of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit?” You’s heart was filled with shock and ecstasy.
He knew that the Tremor-Tremor Fruit was not only a destructive power used to cause earthquakes and tsunamis, it could also give the user super perception abilities, enabling him to sense all subtle changes related to “vibration”!
If this perception ability continues to increase, then he will be able to predict the opponent’s attack and even see the enemy’s position by sensing the vibrations of the atmosphere, just like the real Whitebeard!
“Great! This is simply another version of Observation Haki!” You was so excited that he almost jumped up.
He suppressed his inner excitement, took a deep breath, and tried to calm himself down.
He glanced at Izumi who was still concentrating on chewing candy not far away, and suddenly an idea popped into his mind to test his new ability.
“Quan, let’s play a game, okay?” You walked up to Quan and said with a smile.
“Okay, okay! What game do you want to play?” Quan raised his head and looked at You with his big, bright eyes.
Yu picked up a few pebbles from the ground and said to Quan, “How about we play a game of throwing stones? You throw the pebbles and I guess where they will fall?”
“Guess where the stone fell?” Quan blinked, thinking that this game was somewhat novel. “Okay! But how do you guess?”
“A secret!” You smiled mysteriously, “Just throw it away.”
Quan nodded, picked up a small stone, and threw it with all his strength towards an open space in the distance.
The pebble drew a parabola in the air, and then fell to the ground with a “pa”.
The moment the stone fell to the ground, You closed his eyes and concentrated on sensing the slight vibration coming from the ground.
He clearly “felt” an extremely subtle vibration wave spreading from the place where the stone fell to the ground, like ripples on the water.
Although the vibration was very weak and almost negligible, to You, whose perception ability was enhanced at this moment, it was as clear as a bright light in the dark night!
He could even roughly determine the exact location where the stone fell based on the direction and intensity of the vibration!
“Over there!” You suddenly opened his eyes and pointed in the direction where the stone fell.
Quan ran in the direction he pointed and found the small stone not far away.
“Wow! You, you are so awesome! You really guessed it right!” Quan opened his mouth in surprise, his face full of disbelief.
You was very proud in his heart, but said calmly: “Of course, I am very powerful!”
Next, Quan threw the stone a few more times, and each time, You could accurately “sense” where the stone landed.
There was even one time when Quan had just thrown the stone out and it was still flying in the air, You had already predicted where the stone would land by sensing the slight air vibrations in the air and predicting the stone’s flight trajectory!
This time, Quan was really shocked!
“Wow! You! How did you know the stone would fall there? Do you have clairvoyance?” Quan widened his eyes and looked at You as if he were a monster, his tone full of incredible admiration.
You laughed inwardly: “I don’t have clairvoyance, but… I have the rudiments of the ability of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit!”
Of course, he would never say such a thing. He just raised his chin proudly and said, “Hey, I can guess it. Isn’t it great!”
Chapter 17: Uchiha Alien Clan (Old Version)
Quan nodded vigorously, looking at You as if he was looking at an omnipotent god.
Through this little game, You has a preliminary understanding of his new vibration perception ability. He knows that this ability still has great potential to be tapped. As long as he keeps practicing and developing, one day, he will be able to use this ability to perfection!
In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun dyed the sky a warm orange-yellow color.
As usual, You and Izumi sat side by side on the steps in front of their house, chatting while waiting for their parents to come home.
Uchiha Yong usually comes back late because of his busy police duties, while Qin Yin comes back relatively early. She usually goes to the nearby market to buy some fresh ingredients and then goes home to prepare dinner.
You suddenly remembered his newfound ability to sense vibrations, and with an idea in his mind, he decided to practice it again.
He closed his eyes and focused entirely on sensing the vibrations around him.
He could “hear” all kinds of sounds coming from the streets in the distance: the footsteps of pedestrians, the laughter of children, the hawkers’ cries… These sounds were accompanied by various subtle ground and air vibrations.
At first, the vibration signals were so chaotic that he found it difficult to distinguish them.
But he soon discovered that different people and objects produced different vibration frequencies and intensities.
For example, the footsteps of adult men are usually more steady and powerful, and the ground vibrations they produce are more obvious, while the footsteps of women are relatively light, and the footsteps of children are more chaotic and full of uncertainty.
You tried hard to capture the unique “vibration frequency” of his mother’s piano music from these complex vibration signals.
He remembered that Qinyin walked very gracefully, with brisk and even steps, and with a unique sense of rhythm.
Gradually, he seemed to really distinguish a familiar and intimate “vibration” from the countless footsteps coming from afar.
The vibration was approaching his home at a leisurely pace.
“It’s mom!” You was delighted.
He suddenly opened his eyes and said to Quan beside him: “Quan, my mother will be back soon!”
Hearing this, Quan looked at You in confusion, then looked at the empty street corner and said, “Really? You, why don’t I see Aunt Qinyin?”
You smiled confidently: “Just wait and see!”
Sure enough, not long after he finished speaking, about ten seconds later, a familiar figure appeared on the street corner not far away.
It was Uchiha Kotone who was rushing home carrying a basket of vegetables!
“Wow! You! It’s really Aunt Qinyin! You are amazing! You have a really sharp ear!” Quan opened her mouth in surprise when she saw Qinyin’s figure, and she was full of admiration for You. She felt that You was just like an all-knowing little god.
You raised his eyebrows proudly, thinking to himself: “This is not because of my sharp ears, this is the result of my Tremor-Tremor Fruit!”
Qinyin quickly reached the door of her house and saw the two little ones sitting obediently on the steps waiting for her, with a gentle smile on her face.
“You, Quan, are you waiting for your mother (Auntie)?” Qinyin smiled and touched the two children’s heads.
“Yeah!” You and Quan responded in unison.
Qinyin took out two strings of candied haws that she had just bought at the market from the cloth bag she carried with her. The red hawthorn fruits were covered with crystal clear sugar coating, which looked very tempting.
“Here, these are the snacks I bought for you, one string for each of you.” Qinyin handed the candied haws to You and Quan respectively.
“Thank you, mom (auntie)!” The two little guys happily took the candied haws and couldn’t wait to take a bite. The sour and sweet taste spread in their mouths, making them squint their eyes in happiness.
You looked at his mother’s gentle smile and Quan’s happy eating appearance, feeling this simple yet real happiness, and his heart was filled with warmth and satisfaction.
He felt that this kind of life was great.
At dinner time, the family of three sat around the small dining table and enjoyed the meal that Qinyin had carefully prepared.
For today’s dinner, in addition to several home-cooked dishes made by Kotone, there is also a special “dish” – the “improved version” of the love rice ball made by Uchiha Yu himself.
After the last time he made a scene in the kitchen, You did not give up his exploration of cooking skills. In the following days, he secretly tried to make rice balls several times.
Although he still hadn’t completely mastered the trick, and the rice balls he made were still oddly shaped and not very pretty, it was a big improvement over his first “disastrous” work. At least, the rice balls now looked more like rice balls, and the taste… was a little better than last time.
When You offered to help and brought the rice balls he had made to the table, which were still not very beautiful but at least showed that they were made with care, Uchiha Yong and Kotone both showed surprised expressions.
“Oh! You, did you make these rice balls? They look much better than last time!” Qinyin said in surprise, her tone full of encouragement.
Uchiha Yongya picked up a rice ball, looked at it carefully, and then put it in his mouth to taste it. Although the taste was still a little disappointing, he still swallowed it very politely, then gave You a thumbs up and said jokingly: “Well! Not bad! Our You is really getting more and more capable! At this rate, he may become a great chef in the future!”
Hearing the praise from his parents, You’s heart was filled with joy and a shy yet proud smile appeared on his little face.
He knew that his parents’ praise was more out of love and encouragement for him, but he still felt very happy and satisfied.
Being able to do something for his family within his ability and to be recognized and loved by his family makes him feel extremely happy.
He enjoyed this warm family atmosphere, the love of his parents, and the happy time with Izumi.
He could clearly feel that the Whitebeard template in his body was integrating more deeply with his body at a slow but unwavering pace.
His strength is getting stronger little by little.
His physical condition is improving little by little.
His perception was also becoming more acute bit by bit.
All these changes make him full of confidence and expectations for the future.
“Tomorrow… let’s go to Nanga Shrine and take a look.” You made a silent decision in his heart.
Nanga Shrine is a very special place for the Uchiha clan. It is not only a holy place for the Uchiha clan, but also hides the secrets about the Sharingan and the fate of the Uchiha clan.
You really wanted to know what kind of reward he would get if he signed in there.
“I hope there will be a surprise.” He prayed silently in his heart.
At the same time, he would not forget to continue playing and “cultivating” with Quan.
Chapter 18 Painless Awakening (Old Version)
He hopes to grow up safely and happily with Quan.
He hopes to use his own strength to protect this hard-earned peace and happiness.
He is full of infinite expectations for his future life.
One morning a few days later, the sun shone through the mist, shining on every inch of the Uchiha clan’s land, bringing a touch of refreshing warmth.
Uchiha You was in a particularly good mood today because he had finally made up his mind to go to the place that occupies an important position in the Naruto plot – Nanga Shrine, for an “adventure” style sign-in.
Of course, he didn’t plan to go alone. With Quan, his “little follower” and “best playmate”, his “adventure” would not seem so lonely and deliberate.
Early in the morning, You ran excitedly to the outside of Quan’s courtyard wall.
“Quan! Quan! Let’s go to a very special place to play today, okay?” You lowered his voice and said mysteriously to Quan who was helping his mother hang clothes in the yard.
“A very special place? Where is it?” When Quan heard the word “special”, her eyes lit up immediately, and her curiosity was completely aroused. She put down the small clothes hanger in her hand, skipped to the wall, and looked up at You with her little face.
You looked around and confirmed that there was no one else around, then he leaned close to Quan’s ear and said in a very low voice: “It’s… Nanga Shrine!”
“Nanga Shrine?!” Upon hearing this, Quan showed a surprised expression on his face and his voice unconsciously rose a few degrees.
Nanga Shrine is a familiar yet unfamiliar place to the children of the Uchiha clan. It is familiar because they have known since childhood that it is a sacred place where the Uchiha clan worships their ancestors and holds important ceremonies. It is unfamiliar because the shrine is usually deserted, and the adults have also warned them not to go there to play and fight casually, but to maintain a sense of awe.
Therefore, for a little girl like Quan, Nanga Shrine is a place full of mystery and a hint of solemnity, and she has never actually entered it.
“Shh! Keep your voice down!” You quickly made a gesture to silence others, and then whispered, “It’s Nanga Shrine. I heard it’s very quiet there, and the scenery is nice too. Let’s go and take a look secretly, just for a second, okay?”
Quan’s big eyes rolled around, and her face showed an expression of excitement and hesitation. She wanted to see what the legendary shrine looked like, but she was afraid of being discovered by adults and being criticized.
You saw Quan’s concerns, patted his chest and said, “Don’t worry, I’m here! We’re just watching from outside and won’t go in to cause trouble, so it will be fine!”
After You’s repeated “instigation” and “assurances”, Quan finally couldn’t resist the temptation of curiosity and nodded vigorously: “Yeah! Okay! Then… when are we going?”
“Right now!” You took Quan’s little hand and a triumphant smile appeared on his face.
So, the two little figures, with a little excitement and trepidation, set out together for the first time, quietly heading towards the Nanga Shrine deep in the Uchiha clan’s territory.
Nanga Shrine is located on a relatively secluded hill in the Uchiha clan’s territory, surrounded by dense woods, adding a sense of depth and solemnity.
The approach to the shrine is paved with bluestone slabs, with tall and straight ancient pines planted on both sides. The lush branches and leaves block out the sun, making the approach appear somewhat cool.
Yu and Izumi walked hand in hand carefully on the approach to the shrine.
The further they walked in, the quieter the surroundings became. The only sounds they could hear were the light footsteps of the two of them and the occasional chirping of birds in the woods.
Quan’s little face unconsciously showed a trace of awe. She held You’s hand tightly and whispered, “You, it’s so quiet here… I’m a little scared.”
You could feel the slight trembling of Quan’s little hand. He held Quan’s hand tightly with his backhand, comforting and encouraging her: “Don’t be afraid, Quan, I’m here. Look, the air here smells so good, it’s all the fragrance of trees.”
As he spoke, he looked around curiously.
Yuu has mixed feelings about the Nanga Shrine. On the one hand, he knows that this is the place where the history and secrets of the Uchiha clan are carried, and it is full of mystery. On the other hand, he also knows that this is also the place where the tragedy of the Uchiha clan was witnessed. The stone tablet that records the “truth” of the Uchiha clan is hidden deep in the shrine.
However, the purpose of his coming here today was just to sign in at the outer area of ​​the shrine, and he had no intention of delving into those heavy secrets. After all, with his current strength, even if he knew those secrets, he would not be able to change anything, and it would only add to his troubles.
Soon, they reached the end of the shrine, and a simple and solemn torii gate appeared in front of them. Behind the torii gate was the main building complex of Nanga Shrine.
The architectural style of the shrine is a typical traditional Japanese style, with red beams, blue-grey tiles, and eaves and brackets, which looks simple and majestic. The whole shrine is shrouded in a solemn atmosphere, which makes people feel awe involuntarily.
Izumi stood in front of the torii, looking up at the tall shrine building, her mouth slightly open, her eyes filled with shock and a hint of yearning.
Yuze secretly sighed in his heart, it is worthy of being the holy land of the Uchiha clan, it is indeed extraordinary.
“Let’s just… take a look here, okay?” Quan pulled at the corner of You’s clothes and whispered. She still didn’t dare to get too close.
You nodded, his purpose today was just to sign in in front of the main hall of the shrine.
He pulled Izumi and carefully passed through the torii gate and came to the open space in front of the main hall of the shrine.
The ground here is paved with clean gravel, which makes a rustling sound when stepped on. The door of the main hall is closed, and one cannot see what is inside. In the incense burner in front of the hall, there are still a few burnt incense sticks, and the air is filled with a faint sandalwood scent.
It was very quiet around, and there was no one else around except the two children.
You saw the right moment and silently said in his mind: “System, sign in in front of the main hall of Nanhe Shrine!”
The [Sign In] button lit up, and a white light, brighter than ever before, flashed across his body!
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at the special location [in front of the main hall of Nanhe Shrine]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the first special location sign-in reward – [Sharingan Nurturing Solution (Trace Amount)] x1 bottle!”
As the system prompt sounded, a small crystal bottle filled with light red liquid appeared in You’s virtual backpack.
【Sharingan Nurturing Solution (trace amount)】: Special rarity. Made from a variety of precious materials, it contains mild eye-nourishing ingredients. After use, it can promote the painless awakening of the Uchiha people’s Sharingan, or slightly increase the eye power of the awakened Sharingan. No side effects, but the effect varies from person to person.
Sharingan Nutrient Solution? !
You’s pupils suddenly contracted, and his heart began beating uncontrollably again because of this sudden and huge surprise!
He never expected that signing in at the Nanga Shrine would give him such a precious reward!
Sharingan! This is the bloodline limit that the Uchiha clan is proud of!
Although he has not yet awakened the Sharingan, and cannot use this warming liquid for the time being, the system prompt that “can promote painless awakening of the Sharingan” simply made him ecstatic!
Chapter 19 Painless Awakening (Old Version)
Painless awakening!
To Yu, who knew the conditions for opening the Sharingan, these four words were more precious than any elixir!
He didn’t want to experience the pain of losing a loved one, or face the despair of a life-and-death crisis, in exchange for the opening of the Sharingan! If he could awaken the Sharingan in this gentle way, without pain or side effects, it would be perfect!
“That’s great! It’s really great!” You shouted excitedly in his heart.
He felt that it was the right decision for him to come to Nanhe Shrine to sign in!
“Although I can’t use it now, it’s always a good idea to prepare it in advance! When the time is right, or… when I encounter any special circumstances, it may come in handy!” You thought secretly in his heart.
He carefully stored this precious bottle of [Sharingan Nourishing Fluid] in his virtual backpack, and decided to use it secretly when he returned home and no one was around.
Just as he was immersed in the excitement of receiving an unexpected surprise, Quan’s somewhat uneasy voice brought him back to reality:
“You? You? Why are you in a daze again? Should we… go back? I’m afraid of being discovered by the adults.” Quan pulled on the corner of You’s clothes, with a hint of worry on his little face.
You finally came back to his senses, and seeing Quan’s nervous look, he quickly smiled and comforted her: “Yeah, we’ll go back now. Don’t worry, everything will be fine.”
He pulled Quan and took another look at the solemn and dignified main hall of Nanga Shrine, then turned around and returned along the same path.
On the way back, You was in an especially relaxed and happy mood, and Quan, because of his successful “exploration” of Nanga Shrine, felt a little excited and proud.
After returning home, You did not use the bottle of [Sharingan Nourishing Fluid] immediately.
He knew that such a precious thing must be used in an absolutely safe and hidden environment to ensure that nothing could go wrong.
At night, after Qin Yin and Uchiha Yong had gone to bed, You quietly got up from the bed and went to his room.
He closed the doors and windows, then took out the small crystal bottle containing the light red liquid from his virtual backpack.
The crystal bottle emitted a faint halo in the moonlight, and the liquid inside was as crystal clear as a ruby, emitting an indescribable strange fragrance.
You took a deep breath to calm his excitement. Then, he followed the instructions of the system, carefully opened the bottle stopper, and dripped a small amount of light red liquid into his eyes.
The moment the liquid touched his eyeball, an indescribable feeling of coolness and comfort quickly moisturized his entire eye like a trickle of water!
There was no pain or discomfort at all. Instead, it felt like washing your eyes with cool spring water on a hot summer day. It was indescribably comfortable and pleasant.
He could clearly feel that his eyes seemed to be nourished by a gentle yet powerful force, and every cell in his eyes was leaping with joy.
This wonderful feeling lasted for about ten minutes before slowly fading away.
When everything returned to calm, You couldn’t wait to open his eyes.
He did not feel any signs of the Sharingan awakening immediately, nor did any magatama patterns appear in his eyes.
He was not surprised by this. After all, this was only a “trace” amount of the nourishing fluid, and his mind and body had not yet reached the critical point of awakening the Sharingan.
However, he clearly felt that his vision seemed to have become clearer than before!
The surrounding scenery became more vivid in his eyes, and the colors became richer. It was as if a veil that had been covering his eyes had been gently lifted.
Moreover, he also felt that his dynamic vision seemed to have improved a little bit. He could capture some tiny details of fast-moving objects more clearly.
“Although my eyes didn’t open immediately, the effect is still very obvious!” You’s heart was filled with surprise.
He believed that as long as he continued to use this nourishing liquid, or obtained higher-level pupil-nourishing items in the future, he would be able to successfully and painlessly awaken the powerful Sharingan belonging to the Uchiha clan!
With a beautiful vision of the future, Youxin contentedly returned to bed.
The next morning, when Quan saw You, he suddenly exclaimed in surprise.
“You, your eyes…” Quan tilted his head and looked at You’s eyes carefully. Then his eyes lit up and he said with a smile: “Your eyes seem to be sparkling, more beautiful than before! Just like… the stars at night!”
Yuu was delighted when he heard this. It seemed that the effect of the Sharingan Nutrient Solution was very significant, even Quan could see it.
He touched his eyes and said in a nonchalant tone, “Really? Maybe I slept well last night.”
Quan nodded vigorously: “Yeah! It really has become more beautiful! I like You’s bright and sparkling eyes!”
Hearing Izumi’s unabashed praise, You felt even happier.
He felt that, for Quan’s “like”, the bottle of precious nourishing liquid last night was well spent!
In the next few days, a new fun was added to You Hequan’s life – “adventuring” in the mountains behind the clan’s land.
The Uchiha clan’s territory is built on the mountain. Although the mountain behind is not very high and steep, it is covered with dense forests and rugged rocks. For two children who are only four or five years old, it is already an “adventure park” full of unknowns and challenges.
Of course, the scope of their “exploration” was limited to the foot of the mountain and some relatively flat and safe areas. Qinyin and Uchiha Yong also warned them not to go deep into the forest to avoid danger.
Every time he goes on an adventure in the back mountains, You makes full use of the physical strength and perception advantages brought by his Whitebeard template.
Whenever he encountered some slightly steep slopes or some bushes blocking his way, he could easily climb over them with his strength and agility far beyond his peers, and he would also carefully protect Quan behind him to prevent her from getting bumped in the slightest.
Quan, like a happy little bird, followed behind You, chirping non-stop. She would pick beautiful wild flowers blooming on the roadside, weave them into a small wreath, then tiptoe and put it on You’s head, giggling and saying, “You has become a flower fairy!”
Although You was a little amused and helpless, looking at Quan’s innocent smile, he could only helplessly let her “manipulate” him.
During an “adventure”, the two accidentally discovered a very hidden small cave.
The entrance to the cave was covered by dense vines. If Yu hadn’t been so perceptive and noticed something strange behind the vines, they would probably have missed this place.
The cave is not big and it is dark inside, but relatively dry.
Chapter 20: Laughing in the Heart (Old Version)
“Wow! You! There is a cave here!” Quan excitedly pulled the corner of You’s clothes, his little face full of surprise.
You also thought this small cave was very interesting. He pulled Quan and walked into the cave carefully, looking at the environment inside with the weak light coming in from the cave entrance.
On the rock walls of the cave, there is some moss emitting faint fluorescence, which illuminates the cave a little bit.
“You, can we treat this place as our secret base from now on?” Quan blinked his big eyes and looked at You with anticipation.
“Secret base?” You was moved when he heard this. This proposal sounded good.
“Yes!” Quan nodded vigorously. “This is something we discovered, and only we two know about it! From now on, if we have any good stuff or any secrets, we can hide them here and talk about them here!”
You looked at Quan’s serious expression and nodded with a smile: “Okay! From today on, this will be our secret base!”
“Yeah! That’s great! We have a secret base!” Quan jumped up with joy.
At this moment, a system prompt sound suddenly rang in You’s mind.
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at the special location [Secret Base (Cave)]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the first special location sign-in reward – [Simple Trap Layout (Children’s Edition)] x1!”
You was slightly stunned. He didn’t expect that he could get rewards by signing in in this small secret base!
He quickly checked the content of the reward.
[Simple Trap Arrangement Diagram (Children’s Edition)]: Records several methods of arranging small, harmless traps made of simple materials suitable for children to play with, such as noose traps, leaf pit traps, etc. Detailed diagrams and instructions are included.
“Children’s version of the trap layout diagram?” You looked at the reward, feeling a little amused.
Did the system treat him as a real child? It actually rewarded him with such a thing.
However, after thinking about it carefully, this reward seems to fit in with their current atmosphere of “exploration” and “secret base”. It would be interesting to set up some small traps like this around the secret base to “scare” the “enemies” (such as some small animals) who accidentally break in.
“Izumi, look at this!” You used branches to draw a few simple diagrams of the trap layout in his mind and showed them to Quan.
“Wow! What is this? It looks so complicated!” Quan came over to take a look curiously.
You explained proudly: “This is a trap! We can use these traps to protect our secret base!”
“Trap?!” Quan’s eyes lit up and an excited expression appeared on his face, “Great, great! You are awesome! You can even set traps!”
Therefore, in the following time, You and Quan began to try to set up those “children’s version” traps around the secret base with great interest. Although the process was a bit clumsy, they both had a lot of fun.
Their secret base also adds more fun and mystery.
A few days later, You Hequan’s “adventure” scope gradually expanded from the back mountain to a small woods near the village entrance.
This small forest is not too big. There are some common trees and shrubs growing in it. The open space between the forests is full of green grass, and occasionally some unknown wild flowers can be seen. This is one of the places where children in the village often play.
You and Quan were chasing and playing in the woods, having a lot of fun.
Tired of playing, the two sat under a big tree to rest.
As You looked at the lush trees and vibrant weeds around him, the idea of ​​signing in suddenly came to his mind.
“System, sign in at [the grove at the entrance to the village]!”
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at [the small forest at the entrance of the village]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Wild Vegetable Identification Atlas (Edible/Primary Medicinal)] x1!”
Another skill map of the life system!
Yu looked at the extra atlas in his virtual backpack that exuded a faint scent of plants and trees, and an expression of surprise appeared on his face.
[Wild Vegetable Identification Atlas (Edible/Medicinal Primary)]: Records the morphological characteristics, growing environment, edible methods and simple medicinal value of dozens of common wild vegetables. Comes with clear color pictures and detailed text descriptions.
“This is great! This is so useful!” You felt delighted.
He was worried before that he had the skill of [Cooking (Beginner)] but didn’t have the right ingredients to use. The vegetables Qinyin usually bought were all common vegetables, and they were the same in every recipe.
Now that he had this [Wild Vegetable Identification Atlas], he could go out into the wild and look for some wild vegetables he had never seen before and let Quan taste them! Maybe he could even find some herbs with special effects and make some simple ointments or something.
“Quan, wait here for me, I’m going to find something good!” You smiled mysteriously at Quan, then stood up and began to search carefully in the grove.
He compared the information in the map in his mind and carefully identified the various wild plants on the roadside.
Soon, his eyes lit up as he discovered a green plant with thick leaves and serrated edges in a patch of wet grass.
“Found it! This is… Purslane!” You checked the atlas and confirmed the identity of the plant. The atlas said that Purslane is not only edible, but also sour and appetizing. It also has the effects of clearing away heat and detoxifying, cooling blood and stopping diarrhea.
Then, he found a cluster of plants with pinnate leaves and small white flowers under a tree not far away.
“This is… shepherd’s purse! A delicious taste of spring!” You rubbed his hands excitedly. Shepherd’s purse was a wild vegetable he loved very much in his previous life. Whether it was used to make dumplings, spring rolls, or stir-fried, it was very delicious.
Just like that, You consulted the atlas and searched the grove, and he actually found several edible wild vegetables recorded in the atlas, such as dandelions, gray vegetables, wild amaranth, etc.
He picked the wild vegetables carefully, wrapped them in a broad leaf, and then ran back to Quan excitedly.
“Quan! Look what good stuff I found!” You opened the bag of leaves in his hand as if he was presenting a treasure, revealing the wild vegetables of various colors and strange shapes inside.
Quan looked at the plants that looked no different from ordinary “weeds” in her eyes, blinked curiously, stretched out her little hand to poke a thick purslane leaf, and asked in confusion: “You, what are these…? Are they grasses?”
You raised his chin proudly and said, “This is not ordinary grass! These are edible wild vegetables! And they taste very good!”
“Wild vegetables? Are they edible?” Quan showed a surprised expression on her face. “Really? You, are these things… really edible? Are they poisonous?” Her little face was filled with a trace of worry and uncertainty. After all, in her understanding, only vegetables grown in the field can be eaten, and these “grasses” growing in the wild seem a little unsafe.
You looked at Quan’s cautious look and smiled in his heart. He patted his chest and assured with a solemn oath: “Don’t worry, Quan! I promise that these wild vegetables are absolutely safe and delicious! I have a secret weapon!” He pointed to his head, suggesting that he had a special identification method (actually it was a map given by the system).
Chapter 21: One string after another (old version)
Quan looked at You’s confident look, and her doubts were dispelled. She had always trusted You. Since You said it was edible, it must be edible!
“Then… You, how do we eat these wild vegetables?” Quan’s curiosity was aroused again, and she began to look forward to what kind of delicious dishes You would make with these “novel” ingredients?
You looked at Quan’s big, bright eyes that were full of expectation, and a confident smile appeared on his face: “Hehe, the mountain people have their own ingenious ideas! When I get home, I will turn them into delicious dishes and let you taste my cooking skills!”
He couldn’t wait to combine these freshly picked wild vegetables with his [Cooking (Beginner)] skills to give Quan a surprise on his taste buds!
Carrying the fresh wild vegetables picked from the grove at the entrance of the village, Uchiha You did not go home immediately. Instead, he took Uchiha Izumi and walked excitedly towards the back mountain of the clan’s land.
He suddenly had an idea today and planned to have a unique “first picnic experience”!
You found a relatively flat and open space beside a clear stream in the back mountain. The green grass, gurgling stream and quiet environment here are the perfect place for a picnic.
“Quan, how about we roast these wild vegetables here today?” You put the bag of leaves in his hand on a clean big rock and said to Quan with a little excitement on his face.
“Roast wild vegetables?” Hearing this, Quan’s big eyes were full of curiosity and anticipation. “Great! But… we don’t have fire, how can we roast them?”
In this day and age, making a fire is not an easy task for an average child.
Upon hearing this, You smiled mysteriously, then stretched out his right hand, put his index and middle fingers together, and made the Uchiha clan’s iconic hand seal.
“Watch me!” He growled, and the little chakra in his body began to circulate rapidly.
Then, he suddenly opened his little mouth, and a small ball of orange-red flame, like a naughty fire elf, spurted out of his mouth with a “puff” sound!
This is the Uchiha clan’s entry-level fire-style ninjutsu – the Phoenix Fire Jutsu!
Of course, with the tiny amount of chakra that Yuu had at the moment and the fire escape technique he had just mastered, the power of the Phoenix Fire he spewed out was pitifully small. Rather than being a ninjutsu, it was more like a large lighter. The flame was only the size of a fingernail, and it lasted only a very short time, burning for less than two seconds before it went out due to insufficient chakra.
Even so, this was enough to make Quan, who was standing by, stunned!
“Wow! You! You… you can make fire?!” Quan covered her mouth in surprise, her big eyes full of unbelievable admiration. In her opinion, what You did just now was just as magical as the legendary magic!
You raised his chin somewhat proudly, thinking to himself: “That’s nothing, I’ll let you see something more powerful later!”
Of course, he pretended to be calm on the surface and said, “This is a fire ninjutsu that all of our Uchiha clan knows. It’s no big deal.”
After saying that, he tried a few more times and finally succeeded in using the weak Impatiens fire to ignite some dry branches and fallen leaves that he had prepared in advance.
Soon, a small bonfire began to burn by the stream, making crackling sounds and bringing bursts of warmth.
Next, it’s time to process the ingredients.
You first took Quan to the creek and washed the wild vegetables they had picked carefully. The clear creek water was icy cold, but they both had a lot of fun, splashing water on each other and making loud laughter.
After washing the wild vegetables, You found a few relatively straight branches nearby, strung the wild vegetables on them one by one, then put them on the campfire and started roasting them.
Although this was his first time to have a picnic, and also his first time to try something “dark cuisine” like grilled wild vegetables, but thanks to the basic cooking knowledge brought by [Cooking (Beginner’s Edition)] and the subtle control given to him by the Whitebeard template, his entire operation process seemed orderly and there were no major mistakes.
He controlled the heat carefully, turning the skewers of wild vegetables from time to time to ensure that they were heated evenly.
Soon, a peculiar aroma mixed with the scent of burnt grass and a faint sweetness wafted from the campfire and spread in the fresh mountain air, making people salivate at the mere smell of it.
Quan squatted beside the campfire, staring at the wild vegetables that were gradually turning brown and curled under the flames. His little nose kept twitching and his saliva was almost flowing out.
“You, are you ready? You smell so good!” Quan pulled on the corner of You’s clothes and asked impatiently.
You carefully observed the color and state of the wild vegetables, and felt that the cooking time was about right, so he handed a bunch of slightly burnt purslane to Quan and said with a smile: “Okay, try it, be careful of the heat!”
“Hmm!” Quan happily took the skewer of wild vegetables. He didn’t care about the heat and simply opened his little mouth and took a bite off a piece of roasted, crispy purslane leaf.
“Hmm!” The moment of entering, Quan’s eyes suddenly lit up!
The roasted purslane no longer has the sour taste when eaten raw, but instead has a unique burnt aroma and a light sweetness. The outer layer of the leaves is crispy and delicious, while the inside still retains a hint of freshness and juiciness. The simple roasting perfectly brings out the most original flavor of wild vegetables.
“It’s delicious!” Quan praised vaguely, and then he couldn’t wait to take a second bite, and a third bite…
She ate with gusto. Her little mouth was covered with black charcoal ash and wild vegetable juice. With her satisfied and happy expression, she looked like a little cat that had stolen honey. She was so cute.
You looked at Quan’s wolfing down of food, and he felt a sense of accomplishment. He also picked up a bunch of roasted shepherd’s purse and tasted it. The taste was unexpectedly good! With a slight bitterness and a unique fragrance, the taste was also very good.
It seems that my first attempt at a picnic was quite successful!
So the two little guys sat around the campfire, taking turns to share these simple yet delicious grilled wild vegetables.
They had no fine tableware, no comfortable chairs, only simple branches and stones, but they ate more happily and contentedly than ever before.
The sun shines through the gaps in the leaves, casting mottled shadows on them. The clear stream gurgles beside them, making pleasant sounds. The birds in the mountains and forests are also singing tirelessly.
The whole world seemed to become peaceful and beautiful.
After eating the grilled wild vegetables, You and Quan both felt a little thirsty. They came to the stream, scooped up the cool and sweet stream water with their hands, gulped down a few gulps, and felt refreshed.
The two of them sat side by side on a large smooth rock by the stream, swinging their short legs and enjoying this rare leisure time.
Chapter 22: Difficult (Old Version)
Quan touched her slightly bulging belly with a satisfied smile on her face. She turned her head and looked at You beside her, her big eyes full of undisguised admiration and respect.
“You,” Quan exclaimed sincerely, “You really know a lot!”
Hearing this, You was slightly stunned and looked at Quan in confusion: “Huh? What do I understand?”
Quan counted on her little fingers and began to list them one by one: “You can make such delicious rice balls, recognize so many strange wild vegetables, make your own fire and roast food, and… and you can also ‘create fire’ from your mouth like those great ninjas!” She was referring to the weak version of the Phoenix Fire Jutsu that You had just performed.
In the heart of little Quan, Uchiha You is simply an omnipotent “little doctor” and “big hero”! He always does things that surprise and impress her.
Hearing Quan’s heartfelt praise, You couldn’t help but feel a little elated. Although he knew that most of the “knowledge” and “abilities” he possessed came from the system, being admired so sincerely by the girl he liked was such a wonderful feeling!
“Hehe, these are just small things.” You waved his hands modestly, but the uncontrollable upward arc of his mouth exposed his inner pride.
“However,” he looked at Quan’s big, sparkling eyes that were full of curiosity and expectation, and his heart moved. He smiled and promised, “In the future, I will let you see more, more interesting and more fun things!”
“Really?!” Quan’s eyes brightened, his face full of anticipation, “For example, what?”
You smiled mysteriously: “Keep it a secret for now! You’ll know when the time comes!”
He believed that as his strength continued to improve and as the system functions continued to be unlocked, he would be able to bring more surprises and happiness to Quan.
While You and Izumi were enjoying a picnic by the stream in the back mountain, deep in the Uchiha clan’s territory, in the small cave that they agreed to be their “secret base”, You did not forget to practice his daily physical skills.
Since the template was unlocked to 2%, allowing him to initially master the ability to sense vibrations, Yuu has become more focused on practicing physical skills. He longs to become stronger and master Whitebeard’s destructive power as soon as possible.
That afternoon, as usual, he practiced the basic physical skills of the Uchiha style over and over again in the secret base.
Every punch he threw was precise and powerful. Every kick he made was as fast as the wind. Every move he made was full of power and rhythm.
Sweat dripped down his forehead like raindrops, soaking his clothes. But he had no intention of stopping, still repeating those boring and basic movements tirelessly.
Just as he completed a hundred standard straight punches and was about to take a break, the familiar and pleasant system prompt sound rang in his mind again!
“Ding! It is detected that the host has been performing high-intensity physical training persistently, and the body’s adaptability to the template has been further enhanced!”
“Congratulations to the host! The unlocking progress of [Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template] has reached 3%!”
Unlocked again?!
You’s breathing suddenly stagnated, and his heart began beating uncontrollably again because of this sudden surprise!
He didn’t expect that after such a short period of time, his template had improved by another percentage point!
It seems that continuous hard practice does have a very significant effect on unlocking the template!
As the system prompt sounded, a warm current that was more powerful and purer than the previous two times gushed out from his heart like a surging tide, sweeping across his entire body in an instant!
He felt his bones making slight “cracking” sounds, as if some deep remodeling was taking place. His muscles were trembling slightly, full of explosive power. His blood was rushing through his veins, making a “gurgling” sound, full of vigorous vitality!
This feeling of being reborn is much stronger than the previous two times!
When the warm current slowly subsided and merged into his limbs and bones, You clearly felt that his strength had increased significantly again!
He tried to clench his fists, and felt a terrifying force in his palms that seemed to be able to crush steel! He had no doubt that if he were asked to push the washing stone basin again, he would definitely be able to push it easily, and even lift it with one hand, which was not impossible!
His physique was also fully strengthened again. He felt that his body was full of inexhaustible energy, and the previous fatigue had long disappeared without a trace.
“A 3 percent unlocking degree actually results in such a terrifying improvement!” You was shocked.
He couldn’t imagine how devastating it would be if this template was fully unlocked to 100%!
He subconsciously thought of the towering figure of Edward Newgate with the Whitebeard in the anime “One Piece”, and his terrifying power that was enough to shatter the space and overturn the sea!
With one punch, the atmosphere shattered, the space shook, and everything collapsed! What a powerful force, what a heroic spirit!
There is also the “Wei Guo” move that is powerful enough to destroy an island. With one strike, the sky will collapse and the earth will split, and the sun and moon will lose their light!
“When… can I also possess such world-destroying power?” You’s heart was filled with yearning and desire for that ultimate power.
He looked down at his own little fist, which still looked a little immature. Compared with the iron fist of White Beard in his memory, which was as big as a palm-leaf fan and covered with scars, there was a world of difference.
You couldn’t help but smile bitterly, shook his head, and temporarily put those unrealistic fantasies behind him.
He knew that what he had to do now was not to aim too high, but to keep his feet on the ground and work hard step by step to become stronger.
“You have to eat one bite at a time and walk one step at a time. It won’t happen overnight if you want to have the same power as Whitebeard.” You took a deep breath and his eyes became firm again.
“Let’s start by…punching 10,000 times!”
He got into position again and threw himself into the boring and arduous physical training once again.
He believed that as long as he worked hard and persevered, one day, he would be able to use his fists to protect everything he wanted to protect, just like the legendary man!
A few days later, at the public training ground in the Uchiha clan territory.
An Uchiha brother, about seven or eight years old, a few years older than You, was sweating profusely as he tried to carry a half-human-height wooden training dummy.
This training dummy was made of hard wood and was quite heavy, weighing several dozen kilograms. For a teenager who had not yet fully grown, it was indeed a bit difficult to move it.
Chapter 23: Konoha Village (Old Version)
The cousin’s face turned red, and he used all his strength to barely lift the dummy a few inches off the ground. He then staggered forward a few steps, but he could no longer hold on. With a “bang”, he dropped the dummy heavily to the ground, gasping for breath from exhaustion.
“Damn! Why is this thing so heavy!” The cousin hit the dummy in annoyance and complained.
At this moment, a slightly childish voice came from beside him:
“Do you need help?”
Hearing the voice, the elder brother turned around and saw a kid who looked only four or five years old, looking at him with a pair of big black eyes. It was Uchiha Yuu who had just “passed by” the training ground with Izumi.
“Little brat? How can you help?” The elder brother looked at You’s small arms and legs and curled his lips in disdain. He felt that this little guy was just making trouble.
You didn’t care about the other party’s rudeness. He just walked to the training dummy, stretched out his two little hands, easily hugged the dummy’s waist, and then… exerted a little force!
Under the stunned gaze of that clan brother, the training dummy that had taken him great pains to move was actually lifted from the ground relatively easily by this seemingly fragile little guy!
Although You’s face was slightly flushed due to the force and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, his movement of picking up the dummy seemed much calmer and steadier than that of his cousin!
“Where… where are you going to move it?” You held the dummy, looked at the clan brother who was still in shock, and asked calmly.
“Ah…oh…just…that open space over there.” The cousin stuttered and pointed to a place not far away.
You nodded, then held the training dummy weighing dozens of kilograms, walked to the designated position at a steady pace, and then gently put the dummy down. The whole process seemed to be effortless.
After doing all this, You dusted off his hands and prepared to leave with Quan.
“Hey! Kid! Wait a minute!” The clan brother finally came back to his senses from his shock and quickly called out to You.
He quickly ran to You and looked you up and down, as if he wanted to find something unusual about him.
“Little boy, you…how come you are so strong?!” The tone of the elder brother was filled with incredible surprise and a hint of jealousy. He had just experienced the weight of the dummy himself, and he couldn’t understand how this little guy, who was several years younger than him, could have such amazing strength.
Yu looked at the man’s expression as if he had seen a ghost, and laughed inwardly. He couldn’t tell the man that he was a hacker who had merged the template of Whitebeard, could he?
So he just said coolly (in his own opinion): “It’s natural.”
“Heaven… born?!” Hearing this, the corner of his mouth twitched slightly, obviously not believing this statement. But he really couldn’t think of any other reasonable explanation. Could it be… that this kid is really a monster born with supernatural powers?
You ignored his brother who was still in shock and confusion, and pulled Quan who was also looking a little dazed, and turned to leave the training ground.
“You… you were so awesome just now!” Quan came back to her senses and looked at You with a little more admiration in her eyes. She felt that her friend was omnipotent!
You smiled smugly, thinking to himself, “The power brought by the template is really powerful! However… the excuse of ‘natural’ seems a bit too perfunctory. I have to think of a more reasonable excuse next time.”
Time flies like an arrow.
In the blink of an eye, You and Quan both reached the age to go to the clan school.
In the Uchiha clan, children usually enter the clan school when they are five or six years old and begin to receive the most basic ninja enlightenment education.
The clan school is set up in a relatively quiet courtyard in the Uchiha clan. The teachers there are all experienced older generation ninjas in the clan, or those who have retired to the second line due to injuries.
On the first day of school, You and Quan wore new clothes, carried small school bags, and came to the clan school accompanied by their parents, feeling a sense of novelty and expectation.
The classroom of the clan school was not big, with more than a dozen low desks and futons placed inside. You and Quan were arranged to sit together.
Soon, an old man with gray hair, a kind face, but a stern look in his eyes, walked into the classroom. He was the elder Uchiha who was in charge of teaching these new students – Uchiha Xuan.
“From today on, I will be your teacher.” Uchiha Xuan’s voice was old but full of energy. “In the clan school, you will learn characters, numbers, and understand the glorious history of our Uchiha clan, as well as the basic common sense that must be mastered to become a qualified ninja!”
As Elder Uchiha Xuan finished speaking, the first class of the clan school officially began.
In class, Elder Uchiha Xuan first taught them some basic characters and numbers. These were a piece of cake for You, who had an adult soul and had received nine years of compulsory education, and could even be said to be a little boring.
He yawned out of boredom, and his eyes drifted out the window involuntarily.
In contrast, Quan, who was sitting next to him, was very serious and focused. She opened her big black eyes and listened to the teacher’s lecture attentively. She nodded her head from time to time to follow the teacher’s rhythm and recited the words she had just learned. She also prepared brand new paper and pen in her little schoolbag, ready to record the key points of the teacher at any time.
You looked at Quan who was studying seriously and nodded secretly in his heart: “Well, Quan is really a good student. Unlike me, I am just wasting my time here.”
However, he also knew that this kind of basic enlightenment education was still very important for children of this era. After all, not everyone had the memories and knowledge reserves of their previous lives like him.
After teaching the basics of words and numbers, Elder Uchiha Xuan began to tell them about the “glorious” history of the Uchiha clan and the “great achievements” of the establishment of Konoha Village.
You had already known about these things from the animation and materials in his previous life. Moreover, he also knew that behind these so-called “glorious histories”, there were actually a lot of unknown darkness and filthiness.
Therefore, when he heard Elder Uchiha Xuan speaking in an impassioned tone about how the Uchiha clan assisted the Senju clan in pacifying the troubled times, establishing Konoha Village, and making huge contributions to the prosperity and stability of the village, he did not feel much resonance in his heart, but instead felt a little… ironic.
Chapter 24 Opening (Old Version)
He knew that the glory of the Uchiha clan was a thing of the past. Today, the Uchiha clan is facing an increasingly embarrassing and dangerous situation in Konoha Village.
However, he could only hide these thoughts deep in his heart and dared not express them at all.
After the boring history class, Elder Uchiha Xuan began to explain to them some basic concepts about ninjas, such as what is chakra, what are ninjutsu, taijutsu, and illusion, as well as the level classification of ninjas, etc.
These contents were also familiar to You, and there was nothing new about them.
The morning class progressed slowly in this slightly dull and tedious atmosphere.
You felt as if he had returned to the time when he was in school in his previous life, and that drowsy feeling came over him again.
He forced himself to stay awake, but his eyes drifted to the birds flying freely outside the window from time to time, his heart filled with longing for the outside world.
“Alas, it seems that if I want to become a powerful ninja, I not only have to undergo hard training, but also have to endure this boring theoretical study.” You sighed helplessly in his heart.
He glanced at Quan who was still listening with great interest, and couldn’t help feeling a little envious.
Perhaps, for a simple-minded child like Quan, being able to learn new knowledge is a very happy thing in itself.
However, he lost his pure desire for knowledge because he carried too many secrets and pressures.
The life of the clan school slowly began amid Yu’s “torture” and Izumi’s “expectation”.
The boring morning classes finally came to an end with the ringing of the bell, symbolizing the break.
The classroom, which had been somewhat dull, suddenly became lively. Like birds out of a cage, the children chattered about what had just been learned in class, or gathered in groups of three or five, preparing to go out to play in the yard.
Uchiha You stretched his body and felt that his bones were about to fall apart. For him, sitting upright and listening to the “enlightenment knowledge” that he had already memorized was even more tiring than undergoing a high-intensity physical training.
He glanced at Uchiha Izumi who was carefully organizing his notes. The little girl still looked like a good student, with her brows slightly furrowed, as if she was thinking about some difficult problem.
You didn’t bother her, but instead looked at the empty podium, and something moved in his heart.
“System, sign in at the [Clan Studies Classroom]!” he said silently in his mind.
This was his first time signing in in a classroom, and he didn’t know what kind of reward he would get. He hoped that there would be something practical to help him get through this long and boring life in the clan school.
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at the [Clan Studies Classroom]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Memory Bread (one piece)]!”
As the system prompt sounded, a piece of ordinary-looking white bread slice wrapped in a transparent bag appeared in You’s virtual backpack.
【Memory Bread (one piece)】: Special rarity. After eating, you can perfectly remember all the information you come into contact with within the next hour, including text, images, sounds, etc. The effect lasts for one hour and then disappears, but the memorized content will not be forgotten. No side effects.
Memory bread?!
Yuu looked at the plain piece of bread in his backpack and the detailed instructions given by the system, his eyes suddenly lit up and he almost jumped up from the futon!
This… isn’t this the legendary exam artifact? !
When he watched anime in his previous life, he was envious of this magical prop that could help with memory. Unexpectedly, today he signed in through the system and obtained this treasure!
“Good stuff! This is definitely a good stuff!” You felt ecstatic.
With this memory bread, what is he afraid of boring texts and complicated knowledge points? Just eat a piece when you need to remember, and you can easily engrave all the content in your mind. It is simply the ultimate magic weapon for poor students to counterattack!
“Although I don’t need to take any important exams now, but… it seems like a good choice to use it to cope with the afternoon classes!” You touched his chin, a cunning light flashing in his eyes.
He didn’t want to fall asleep in class like he did in the morning. If he could remember all the content of the afternoon lecture in advance, he could “slack off” in class without any hesitation!
Thinking of this, You no longer hesitated and immediately took out the piece of [Memory Bread] from his virtual backpack.
He looked around and saw that all the classmates around him had gone out to play, and Quan was still studying hard and didn’t pay any attention to him. So, he stuffed the piece of bread into his mouth in a flash.
The taste of the bread is no different from ordinary white bread, with a slight sweetness.
After he swallowed the last bite of bread, he didn’t feel any obvious changes in his body.
“It’s… effective already?” You blinked in confusion.
He tried to recall the boring history lessons that Elder Uchiha Xuan had taught him in the morning, and found that those originally vague words and sentences now appeared clearly in his mind like movie scenes. He even remembered the tone and pauses of the elder’s speech clearly!
“Oh my god! It really works! This is amazing!” You’s heart was filled with shock and surprise.
He felt that his brain was now like a high-speed supercomputer. Any information that came into contact with it could be recorded and stored instantly!
“Great! With this, I’ll see how you can stump me in the afternoon class!” You raised the corners of his mouth proudly, full of “expectation” for the upcoming afternoon class.
The short break was over quickly and the afternoon classes started as scheduled.
Elder Uchiha Xuan still had that serious expression on his face. After he walked into the classroom, he got straight to the point and said, “This morning we learned about the history of the Uchiha clan and the basic concepts of ninja. Now, let me test you all to see how much you have remembered.”
When the word “exam” was heard, a small cry of grief suddenly rang out in the classroom. For these children who have just started learning, reciting those boring and difficult texts is undoubtedly a very painful thing.
Elder Uchiha Xuan ignored the children’s reactions. He glanced around the classroom and then fell on Uchiha You, who was sitting upright (actually he was daydreaming).
“Uchiha Yuu, you answer.” The elder called on him in his slightly hoarse voice, “Please repeat what I told you this morning about the important role our Uchiha clan played in the early days of Konoha Village, and the first Hokage’s evaluation of our clan.”
This question is very tricky. It not only requires accurate memory of the text content, but also involves understanding the evaluation of the characters. For a child who is only four or five years old, it is quite difficult.
The classroom suddenly became quiet, and all eyes were focused on Uchiha Yuu. Many students showed a gloating expression, waiting to see Yuu make a fool of himself. After all, Yuu yawned a lot in the morning, and it seemed that he didn’t listen to the lecture seriously.
Even Quan, who was sitting next to You, couldn’t help but worry about him, and a worried look appeared on his little face.
However, to everyone’s surprise, after hearing his name being called, Uchiha You was not at all flustered. Instead, he stood up from the futon slowly, cleared his throat, and then… spoke!
Chapter 25: Tribe Studies Homework (Old Version)
“In the early days of Konoha Village, our Uchiha clan played a vital role as the core force that fought side by side with the Senju clan to quell the troubled times. Our clan not only has strong strength, but also has a high degree of discipline and sense of honor, which has won the respect of all parties. The first Hokage, Senju Hashirama, once said: ‘The Uchiha clan is the foundation of Konoha and a model of policing. Their pupil power and wisdom are the treasures of the village. Without the Uchiha, there would be no stability and prosperity for Konoha.'”
Although You’s voice was childish, his pronunciation was clear and his speaking speed was steady. He recited the rather complicated text word for word!
What’s even more incredible is that when he was reciting the part about the first Hokage’s evaluation, he even deliberately imitated the tone and expression of Elder Uchiha Xuan during his lecture in the morning, which seemed very lifelike!
When You finished reciting and sat down again, the whole classroom fell into deathly silence!
Everyone was stunned!
Those students who were originally waiting to see the joke now opened their mouths wide and their eyes round, as if they had seen some incredible miracle.
Even Elder Uchiha Xuan, who was sitting on the platform, showed a rare look of surprise and astonishment on his calm face. He looked at You carefully, as if he wanted to find out something from this little guy.
Quan, who was sitting next to You, directly covered her mouth with her hands to prevent herself from screaming. Her big black eyes were filled with incredible shock and… deep admiration!
She couldn’t understand how Yu, who seemed to be dozing off all morning, could remember such a long and difficult text so clearly and even imitate the teacher’s tone? !
Could it be that… You is really a hidden genius?
After a brief silence, a small commotion broke out in the classroom.
“Wow! You is amazing! He actually memorized all of them!”
“And not a single word is wrong! It’s incredible!”
“Wasn’t he dozing off all morning? How could he remember it so clearly?”
The whispers of his classmates reached You’s ears clearly. He remained calm on the surface, but in his heart he was very happy: “Hehe, the effect of memory bread is really extraordinary!”
Elder Uchiha Xuan on the podium gradually regained his composure after his initial surprise. He looked at You with a hint of admiration and curiosity in his eyes.
“Uchiha Yuu,” the elder said slowly, with a barely perceptible sigh in his voice, “You… are very good. I didn’t expect that your memory is so outstanding. It seems that you didn’t fail to listen carefully in the morning.”
After a pause, he added a sentence that defined Yuu’s performance: “Uchiha Yuu, you are really a… memory genius!”
The words “memory genius” were like thunderclaps from a clear sky, causing a small stir in the classroom again. It was rare in the clan school to receive such a high evaluation from Elder Xuan, who was always known for his strictness!
Hearing this, You felt even more proud, but on the surface he still pretended to be humble, bowed slightly to the elder, and said nothing.
In the following question-and-answer session, Elder Uchiha Xuan called on several students to answer questions, but their performances were far less amazing than You’s.
With You’s example, the answers of other students seemed to pale in comparison.
The afternoon class ended in this slightly weird atmosphere.
When the school bell rang, You felt like he was liberated and breathed a long sigh of relief.
He packed his small school bag and walked out of the classroom with Izumi.
On the way home, Quan was still immersed in the shock of You’s amazing performance in the afternoon class. She secretly looked at You beside her, and felt that this little friend who usually looked a little lazy seemed to be shrouded in a mysterious aura.
“You…” Quan finally couldn’t help but ask, with a hint of curiosity and confusion in her tone, “You…how do you remember so many things? I can’t remember clearly the questions the teacher asked this afternoon.” A slightly distressed expression appeared on her little face.
Hearing this, You secretly laughed in his heart. He couldn’t tell Quan that he cheated by eating memory bread, right?
So, he cleared his throat in a pretentious manner, and then said to Quan mysteriously: “That’s because… I listened very carefully in class!”
As he spoke, he pointed to his ears and eyes, pretending to be “concentrated”.
“Really?” Quan was a little skeptical when she heard this. She clearly remembered that You almost fell asleep several times in the morning.
You nodded vigorously and said seriously, “Of course it’s true! Only by listening carefully can you remember every word the teacher says! Quan, you should be like me in the future. Pay attention in class, and you won’t find it difficult to remember!”
Although Yu’s words were somewhat untenable, Quan couldn’t help but believe it a little bit when he saw his confident look and Yu’s “miraculous” performance in the afternoon.
“Yes!” Quan nodded vigorously, with a determined expression on his face, “Then I will listen to the lectures as carefully as You in the future! I will try to remember every word the teacher says!”
You looked at Quan’s high-spirited appearance, feeling somewhat amused and touched. He reached out his hand, rubbed Quan’s little head, and said with a smile: “Well, let’s work hard together! Make progress together!”
Although he performed so well only with the help of “plug-ins”, it would be a good thing if it could motivate Quan to study harder.
In the next few days of school life, You was still the person who “slacked off in class and was a genius after class”.
With the [Memory Bread] he obtained by occasionally signing in (although he could not sign in every time, he could always get one or two slices every now and then), his performance in class could only be described as “brilliant”.
No matter how boring and difficult the text was, or how complicated and trivial the knowledge points were, as long as the teacher asked him a question, he could always answer fluently, word for word, and even draw inferences about other situations, which attracted the attention of Elder Uchiha Xuan and amazed his classmates.
The reputation of “Uchiha You is a rare memory genius” quickly spread among the freshmen of their class.
Quan, inspired by You, studied harder and more seriously. She would write down the teacher’s teachings in her notebook and review them carefully at night.
Although her memory is not as “abnormal” as You’s, her academic performance has always been among the best thanks to her diligence and hard work.
That afternoon, the clan school assigned some homework about the changing properties of chakras.
Chapter 26: Relaxed and Happy (Old Version)
As usual, You and Quan were doing their homework together in You’s small yard.
Quan encountered a question and was a little stuck. The question asked: “What phenomenon will occur when water attribute chakra and fire attribute chakra act on an object at the same time?”
This is indeed a rather abstract and difficult to understand question for children who have just been introduced to the concept of chakra property changes.
Quan frowned, bit the pen, and thought hard for a long time, but couldn’t come up with an answer. She looked at You in distress and asked for help in a low voice: “You, this question… I’m not very good at it, do you know the answer?”
You took a look at the question and understood it. This kind of question was very simple for him who had the knowledge of chemistry in his previous life.
However, he did not tell Quan the answer directly. He knew that it is better to teach a man how to fish than to give him a fish. Helping Quan to figure it out herself is far more meaningful than giving her the answer directly.
So, You smiled and asked in a guiding way: “Quan, imagine what would happen if you poured water into a burning fire?”
Hearing this, Quan blinked his eyes, thought seriously for a moment, and then suddenly realized: “Ah! I see! The fire will go out, and then a lot of water vapor will be produced!”
“That’s right!” You nodded approvingly, “Then if we consider water-attribute chakra and fire-attribute chakra as water and fire, will a similar situation occur when they meet?”
Quan tilted his head and thought about it carefully. Then his eyes lit up and he suddenly understood: “I understand! Water attribute chakra will restrain fire attribute chakra, weakening the power of fire attribute chakra or even making it disappear! At the same time, they interact with each other and produce a lot of steam, right?”
“That’s right!” You smiled and gave Quan a thumbs up. “Look, you figured it out, didn’t you? It’s not difficult at all. You’re very smart!”
With You’s affirmation and encouragement, Quan’s little face showed a happy smile, and the little frustration in her heart disappeared. She picked up the pen and wrote the answer in her homework book with confidence.
“Thank you, You! You are amazing! You made me understand it immediately!” Quan expressed his gratitude sincerely.
You waved his hand and said with a smile: “You’re welcome, we are good friends, it’s only natural for us to help each other.”
Through You’s clever reminders and encouragement, Quan’s fear of learning gradually disappeared, and she developed a strong interest in the knowledge that she originally thought was boring. Her academic performance also improved steadily.
And in the process of helping Quan, You also enjoyed the pleasure of being a teacher (although he was only a “half-baked teacher”).
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, it is another rainy season.
The dripping raindrops fell from the gray sky, hitting the eaves and the ground, making a monotonous yet rhythmic sound.
On a rainy day like this, You and Quan naturally couldn’t go out to play.
So, the two little guys sat side by side under the eaves of the main hall of the You family as usual, looking at the bluestone slabs in the yard that were washed clean by the rain, listening to the sound of rain in a daze.
The air is filled with the moist scent of rain and the fragrance of earth and grass, making people feel particularly peaceful and relaxed.
Quan was wearing a pink kimono, with her chin supported by her little hand. She was looking at the rain in the yard with a silly look, not knowing what she was thinking.
Yuu was silently sensing the chakra in his body.
After this period of continuous training, the amount of chakra in his body has increased a lot compared to the beginning. Although it is still far from those real ninjas, he has accumulated some small amount.
He suddenly thought of a little trick he had seen in anime – gathering chakra at the fingertips to generate heat.
“I wonder if I can do it?” You was eager to try.
He closed his eyes, concentrated, and carefully controlled the chakra in his body, slowly gathering it towards the fingertips of his right hand.
At first, he felt a little difficult. Chakra was like a group of naughty elves, not really following his command, always running around uncontrollably.
But he did not give up and patiently tried again and again.
Gradually, he seemed to have found some tricks.
He felt a faint trace of chakra beginning to gather and compress at his fingertips.
As chakra continued to gather, his fingertips began to emanate an extremely faint… warmth.
Although this warmth was very weak and almost negligible, its appearance made You very happy!
He succeeded! He really transformed chakra into heat!
Just then, he noticed that Quan next to him rubbed his hands subconsciously because the weather was a little cold, and the tip of his small nose was slightly red.
Yu’s heart moved, and a gentle thought quietly emerged.
He calmly stimulated the weak chakra warmth gathered at his fingertips a little more, making it slightly more obvious.
Then he stretched out his right hand and gently touched the slightly cold little hand that Quan placed on his knee.
“Huh?” Quan felt a strange warmth coming from his fingertips. He turned his head in surprise and looked at You. His big eyes were full of curiosity. “You, your hands… why are they so warm?”
On this slightly chilly rainy day, the faint warmth coming from You’s fingertips, although not very strong, was like a small ray of sunshine, dispelling some of the chill and warming Quan’s heart.
You looked into Quan’s clear and bright eyes, a gentle smile appeared on his face, and he said softly: “Because… I have a secret weapon.”
He did not explain the matter of chakra, but just mentioned it in a mysterious tone.
Quan nodded as if he understood, then took the initiative to extend his cold little hand and gently covered the back of You’s hand, which was emitting a faint warmth, and whispered, “You’s hand is so warm, like a small stove.”
You could feel that Quan’s little hand was a little cold, but very soft. Being held by her like this, he felt warm in his heart.
The sound of raindrops falls under the eaves, interweaving into a peaceful melody.
Two small figures snuggled together, sharing a little warmth on this rainy day.
The years are peaceful and the two are childhood sweethearts.
The warmth and tranquility of this moment were deeply imprinted in You’s heart. He felt that being able to have such a pure and beautiful friendship and being able to protect this plain and true happiness was his greatest luck in coming to this world.
He will try his best to cherish and protect it.
The drizzling rain finally stopped, and the sky seemed to have been washed, blue and clear. The air was filled with the unique freshness after the rain, mixed with the fragrance of the soil, which made people feel relaxed and happy.
Chapter 27 Continue to unlock (old version)
You and Quan had been watching the rain and chatting about the weather under the eaves for the whole morning, and now they both felt a little hungry. Qinyin had already prepared a hot lunch and invited the two little ones to come in and eat.
After lunch, Quan went home obediently. She couldn’t go out to play on a rainy day, so she had to go home to help her mother with housework within her ability.
After seeing Quan off, Youze did not go to the yard to stretch his muscles as usual, but quietly slipped into his own small study.
This study is actually the study of his father, Uchiha Yong. There is a not-too-big bookshelf inside, with some scrolls and books scattered on it, mostly about ninjutsu theory, tactics, and historical documents of the Uchiha clan. On weekdays, when Uchiha Yong is not busy with his duties in the police force, he will read books or handle some clan affairs here.
Yu had always been curious about this study room, but Uchiha Yong had not allowed him to come in casually before, fearing that he would damage the precious scrolls. However, since Yu showed his “amazing memory talent” in the clan school, Uchiha Yong had relaxed his control over him a lot, and occasionally allowed him to come in and read some less important books.
Today, You came to the study, not to read, but to… sign in!
He always felt that a study room, a place full of “knowledge” and “wisdom”, should be a special place to sign in. Maybe he could sign in some unexpected good things.
He carefully closed the door of the study, then walked to the bookshelf that exuded a faint scent of ink, and silently said in his heart: “System, sign in at [my own study]!”
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at [own study]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Basic Chakra Refining Method (Uchiha Improved Version)] x1!”
As the system prompt sounded, a whole new knowledge and method about chakra extraction instantly flooded into his mind like an epiphany!
[Basic Chakra Refining Method (Uchiha Improved Version)]: This is an optimized and improved version of the basic chakra refining method passed down by the Uchiha clan. Some redundant and inefficient steps in the original version have been eliminated, and the chakra operation route and the guidance method of spiritual energy have been optimized, which significantly improves the chakra refining efficiency and purity.
“Basic Chakra Refining Method (Uchiha Improved Version)?!” You felt ecstatic!
What he had learned in the clan school and what he got from the novice lucky bag were only the most basic chakra extraction methods. They were inefficient, and the extracted chakra was also rather complex.
And now, the system actually gave him an “Uchiha Improved Version”!
He carefully compared the new method of extraction in his mind with the version he had learned before, and soon discovered the huge difference between them.
This improved version of the refining method is not only more precise in the harmonizing ratio of spiritual energy and physical energy, but also introduces a unique breathing method. Combined with specific meditation guidance, it can maximize the potential of the human body and bring the efficiency of chakra refining to a whole new level!
“Sure enough! The system’s products must be top-notch!” You praised sincerely in his heart, “This improved refining method is far superior to the common one taught in the clan school! The refining efficiency is at least 30% higher, and the refined chakra seems to be more pure!”
He had no doubt that if he practiced according to this improved method, his chakra accumulation speed would definitely far exceed that of his peers!
“Great! I will use this method to refine chakra in the future!” You secretly made up his mind.
He was already impatient to try out this new refining method to see what the effect was.
That night, You returned to his room early as usual.
He sat cross-legged on the tatami, cleared his mind, and began to practice according to the steps of the [Basic Chakra Refining Method (Uchiha Improved Version)] in his mind.
He first adjusted his breathing to let his mind enter a state of emptiness and tranquility. Then, he began to guide the spiritual energy and physical energy in his body to merge and transform according to the specific proportions and routes recorded in the improved version of the method.
At first, he felt a little awkward and uncomfortable, after all, this was his first time trying this new refining method.
However, as time went on, he gradually found the feeling.
He found that this improved refining method, although more complicated to operate than the previous version, was smoother and more efficient!
The fusion of spiritual energy and physical energy becomes more harmonious and perfect, and the chakra transformation process becomes faster and smoother.
Less than half an hour had passed, and You clearly felt a warm current of chakra that was purer and more condensed than ever before, slowly rising from his Dantian Qi Sea!
“Success!” You felt ecstatic!
He could clearly feel that this newly refined chakra was not only greater in quantity than the total amount he had accumulated through several days of hard practice, but also far superior in quality to the previous chakra!
It is purer, more condensed, and full of vigorous vitality!
“The effect of this improved extraction method is so remarkable!” You was shocked.
Without hesitation, he calmed his mind and continued to refine the chakra according to the new method.
In the next few hours, he was completely immersed in this wonderful state of practice and forgot the passage of time.
He could clearly feel that the amount of chakra in his body was increasing rapidly at a speed visible to the naked eye!
The chakra that was originally like a trickle gradually gathered into a rushing stream, flowing happily in his meridians, nourishing his limbs and bones.
It was not until late at night that You was forced to withdraw from his practice because of excessive consumption of mental energy.
He slowly opened his eyes, exhaled a long breath, and felt refreshed and full of strength.
He looked inside himself at the amount of chakra in his body and couldn’t help but gasp!
After just one night of training, the total amount of chakra in his body has increased several times compared to before! Moreover, the purity of these chakras is far from comparable to the past!
“This…is this too exaggerated?!” You’s heart was filled with disbelief.
He knew that the improved refining method was very efficient, but he didn’t expect that the effect would be so immediate!
If he continued to practice at this speed, he believed that it wouldn’t be long before his chakra level would reach the level of a Genin, or even higher!
“Could it be… that this is not just the result of the improved refining method?” A thought suddenly popped up in You’s mind.
He remembered the [Template of Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version)] that he had fused with.
The Whitebeard template not only gave him great strength and physique, but also seemed to be subtly transforming his body and enhancing his potential.
“Perhaps… it is because of the strong physique and vigorous vitality brought by the Whitebeard template that my chakra refining speed is far beyond that of ordinary people?” You secretly guessed in his heart.
This speculation made him even more excited!
If this is true, then wouldn’t his future path of cultivation be smooth?
“Great! It’s really great! Chakra is the foundation of ninja! Only with sufficient chakra can I learn more powerful ninjutsu and truly have the power to protect everything!” You clenched his fists, his eyes full of longing and expectation for the future.
He knew that he was one step closer to his goal!
A few days later, the clan school organized a preliminary test of the new students’ chakra perception and refining abilities.
The content of the test is very simple. It requires each student to try to sense and refine the chakra in his or her body within a specified time. The teacher in charge of the test will then make a rough assessment based on the amount and purity of the chakra refined by the student.
This test is undoubtedly a big challenge and test for these children who have just been exposed to the concept of chakra.
The test took place at the training ground of the clan school.
Elder Uchiha Xuan personally presided over the test.
When it was Uchiha You’s turn, he did not show off his strength as he had done before when answering questions in class, but deliberately concealed his true strength.
He knew that if the amount of chakra he currently possessed was fully exposed, it would definitely cause quite a stir and might even bring about some unnecessary trouble and attention.
After all, it is really too horrifying that a child who is only four or five years old can extract chakra that far exceeds that of his peers and is even comparable to some seven or eight-year-old boys in a short period of time.
He still understood that a tree that stands out in the forest will be destroyed by the wind.
After the test began, You just pretended to sit cross-legged, then mobilized a small part of the chakra in his body, made it circulate in the meridians, and then stopped.
The teacher in charge of the test used a special sensing instrument to scan You’s body, then nodded and recorded a score that was neither good nor bad.
“Uchiha Yu, your chakra amount is above average and its purity is good. Good performance.” The teacher gave a relatively objective evaluation.
This evaluation is considered to be relatively excellent among all the freshmen who took the test, but it is not too eye-catching.
You was quite satisfied with the result. He successfully hid his “little secret”.
Next, it was Uchiha Izumi’s turn.
Quan walked to the testing area somewhat nervously, sat cross-legged like Yu, then closed his eyes and began to work hard to sense and refine the chakra in his body.
After a while, a layer of fine sweat beads appeared on her little face, and her brows were slightly furrowed, as if she had encountered considerable difficulties.
After a while, she opened her eyes with some difficulty, with a trace of fatigue on her little face.
The teacher scanned Izumi’s body with a sensor, then shook his head and said, “Uchiha Izumi, your chakra level is low and the purity is average. You need to continue working hard.”
After hearing the teacher’s comments, Quan’s little face showed an obvious expression of loss, and there was a trace of mist in his big eyes, making him look pitiful.
She originally thought that she had been studying and practicing very hard during this period, and should be able to achieve good results. However, she did not expect the result to be like this.
You felt sorry for Quan’s lost look. He knew that Quan’s talent might not be as good as his, but her hard work and seriousness were unquestionable.
After the test was over and everyone had left, You quietly walked to Quan’s side, reached out his hand, gently patted her shoulder, and said softly, “Quan, it’s okay. Chakra refinement is a gradual process and can’t be rushed. You have worked hard. As long as you persevere, you will definitely become stronger in the future!”
Quan raised her head and looked at You’s eyes full of encouragement and trust. The feeling of loss in her heart also dissipated a lot. She nodded vigorously and said with a choked voice: “Yes! You, I understand! I will work harder in the future!”
You smiled, then leaned close to Quan’s ear and, in a very low voice, quietly told Quan some tips on chakra extraction that he had simplified based on the [Basic Chakra Extraction Method (Uchiha Improved Version)].
For example, how to concentrate faster during meditation, how to more effectively guide the fusion of mental energy and physical energy, and some tips to improve the purity of chakra, etc.
Although these tips are not as powerful as the complete improved refining method, they are also very practical and effective for beginners.
As Quan listened to You’s explanation, her eyes became brighter and brighter, and a smile reappeared on her face. She felt that the methods You said seemed to make sense, and were simpler to understand and easier to use than those the teacher taught in class.
“Thank you, You! You are so kind!” Quan thanked sincerely. She felt that she was very lucky to have such a smart and capable friend like You.
You waved his hand and said with a smile: “You’re welcome, we are good friends. If you have any questions in the future, you can always ask me.”
With Yu’s comfort and “private guidance”, Quan regained his spirits and was full of new confidence and motivation in his chakra training.
Time passes quietly without us noticing.
You insisted on practicing hard every day. Whether it was physical skills or chakra refinement, he never slacked off at all.
His efforts were richly rewarded.
With continuous exercise and chakra nourishment, he felt that his body was undergoing subtle changes.
On this day, after he completed a whole set of high-intensity physical training in the secret base, the familiar and pleasant system prompt sound rang in his mind again!
“Ding! It is detected that the host is persistently practicing comprehensive training in many aspects, and the compatibility between the body and the template continues to improve!”
“Congratulations to the host! The unlocking progress of [Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template] has reached 4%!”
Increased by another percentage point!
An indescribable excitement and joy surged in You’s heart again!
As the system prompt sounded, a warm current that was more turbulent than any previous time gushed out from his heart like a volcanic eruption, and instantly swept through his entire body!
He felt that every inch of his flesh and blood, every cell, was undergoing earth-shaking changes under the impact of this powerful energy!
Chapter 28: Bite the Bullet (Old Version)
His bones became harder and more resilient!
His muscles became stronger and full of explosive power!
His internal organs seemed to have been comprehensively strengthened and were filled with vigorous vitality!
When the warm current slowly subsided and merged into his limbs and bones, You clearly felt that his body had reached a whole new level!
He felt as if his body had inexhaustible energy. No matter how intense the training, he would not feel the slightest bit tired. His immunity was also greatly enhanced. It seemed that even common colds and fevers could hardly attack him anymore.
This kind of visible and tangible strengthening filled You’s heart with an unprecedented sense of security!
He knew that in this dangerous world of Naruto, only by possessing powerful strength could he control his own destiny and protect everything he wanted to protect.
And every time he unlocks the Whitebeard template, he gets one step closer to his goal!
“Keep working hard! In order to protect this hard-earned peaceful daily life, I must become stronger! Stronger!” You clenched his fists, his eyes filled with unwavering faith.
He believed that as long as he worked hard and persevered, one day he would have the power to change everything!
On a clear afternoon, the sun shines through the dense leaves, casting mottled shadows on the path behind the mountain.
You and Quan went to the back mountain to play as usual.
Today, they had a sudden idea and decided to hold a unique “tree climbing competition”.
There are many tall and straight trees on the back mountain. Some of them have relatively rough trunks and many branches, which are very suitable for climbing.
“You, let’s see who can climb to the highest branch of that crooked tree first, okay?” Quan suggested excitedly, pointing to an old crooked tree that looked a bit strange not far away.
“Okay!” You agreed without hesitation. For him, who had the powerful strength and coordination brought by the Whitebeard template, climbing a tree was a piece of cake.
With Quan’s shout of “Start!”, two small figures rushed towards the crooked tree like nimble little monkeys.
Youyi took the lead, using both his hands and feet, his movements were agile and neat. His seemingly tender hands had amazing grip, and he could easily grasp the tiny bumps and gaps on the tree trunk. His legs were also full of explosive power, and every time he stepped on the ground, his body could shoot up a long distance.
In just a few breaths, he had climbed to half the height of the tree trunk, leaving Quan far behind.
Although Quan was trying very hard to climb up, her strength and coordination were not as abnormal as You’s. She climbed with some difficulty, her face turned red, and a layer of fine beads of sweat oozed out of her forehead.
You looked back from above and saw Quan still working hard below. The corners of his mouth couldn’t help but slightly rise, revealing a sly smile.
He did not continue to climb up, but deliberately slowed down. He even pretended to “accidentally” slip on a thicker branch and slid down a short distance “dangerously”.
“Oh my!” Quan saw this scene from below and screamed in shock, and quickly shouted: “You! Be careful!”
“No…it’s okay!” You was “fumbling” to steady himself, then gave Quan an “I’m fine” smile.
In this way, You climbed up “thrillingly” while “releasing water” from time to time waiting for the spring.
Although Quan climbed very slowly, she was very determined and never gave up. She gritted her teeth and climbed up step by step. Her small figure seemed so insignificant on the rough tree trunk, yet so…stubborn.
Finally, after some hard work, Quan successfully climbed to the highest branch of the crooked tree.
She sat on the tree branch, panting, her little face flushed, but her eyes sparkling with the joy and pride of success.
Yu had been waiting up there for a long time. He felt very happy when he saw Quan’s satisfied look after his hard work and success.
The two sat side by side on a thick branch, with a lush forest at their feet and rolling mountains and the scattered houses of the Uchiha clan in the distance.
The fresh mountain breeze blew by, bringing bursts of refreshing coolness and blowing away their fatigue.
“You, look! The scenery from here is so beautiful!” Quan said excitedly, pointing to the scenery in the distance.
“Yeah, it’s very beautiful.” You nodded, looking into the distance with deep eyes.
He liked the feeling of working hard with Quan and sharing the joy of success together.
He also likes the feeling of standing high up and overlooking the world.
He hoped that one day in the future, he would be able to stand higher and farther away with Quan to appreciate more magnificent scenery.
He will keep working hard for this goal.
A small accident happened when coming down from the crooked tree.
Quan was a little anxious and lost her footing, causing her body to sway. Although You quickly caught her and prevented her from falling, her neatly braided hair was accidentally blown apart by a naughty branch.
Her black and smooth hair suddenly fell down like a waterfall, covering half of her face.
“Ouch!” Quan exclaimed, and quickly reached out to brush the hair away from his face, a look of embarrassment and shame on his little face.
She usually wore her hair in neat braids, and when her hair suddenly came loose, she felt a little uncomfortable, as if she wasn’t dressed properly.
“My braids…are loose.” Quan looked at You in distress and said in a low voice.
She tried to use her little hands to gather her scattered hair back to her original shape. However, she was still young and her fingers were not flexible enough, and there was no mirror. After a long time, she not only failed to braid her hair, but made her hair even more messy, like a little madman.
“Oh… why can’t I do it well…” Quan put his hand down somewhat disappointedly, his little mouth slightly pouted, looking a little aggrieved.
You looked at Quan’s adorable look of being at a loss, and a feeling of pity welled up in his heart. He remembered the scene of his mother Qinyin combing Quan’s hair and braiding it, and an idea quietly sprouted in his heart.
He took a deep breath, as if mustering up great courage, and said to Quan: “Quan, how about… I help you try?”
“You?” Hearing this, Quan looked at You in surprise, her big eyes full of uncertainty. She knew You was very capable and knew many things, but… could a boy also do things like combing hair and braiding hair?
You felt a little embarrassed by Quan’s gaze, and her little face turned slightly red, but she still nodded bravely: “Yeah! I… I saw my mother help you with the acupuncture before, so it should… it should be okay, right?” He said it with a guilty conscience. After all, watching and doing are two completely different things.
Quan hesitated for a moment, but looking at his messy hair and Yuu’s eyes full of sincerity and concern, he finally nodded gently: “Well… okay. Thank you for your help, Yuu.”
Chapter 29: Encounter with Hyuga Hinata (Old Version)
“No trouble, no trouble!” You waved his hands quickly, but he was a little nervous and excited. This was his first time combing a girl’s hair!
He took out a small wooden comb and a red hair tie from the small cloth bag that Quan carried with her (he didn’t know when, but Quan’s small cloth bag always contained some small gadgets commonly used by girls).
He imitated his mother Qinyin’s usual behavior. He first asked Quan to sit with his back to him, then picked up a small wooden comb and carefully began to help Quan comb his scattered hair.
Quan’s hair is very soft and smooth, with a faint fragrance, and feels great to the touch.
Yuu’s movements seemed a little clumsy and awkward at first. After all, it was his first time doing this kind of thing, and he didn’t control the strength very well, occasionally accidentally pulling Quan’s hair, causing Quan to let out a small “ouch”.
“Sorry, sorry! Did I hurt you?” You apologized quickly, and his movements became gentler and more careful.
“No… I’m fine.” Quan lowered her head, her voice as thin as a mosquito, and her cheeks were quietly stained with a suspicious blush. She could feel that You’s slightly rough little hands were gently shuttling through her hair, with a hint of clumsiness, but also with a hint of indescribable tenderness.
This feeling made her heart beat uncontrollably and her face felt slightly hot.
You tried hard to recall the steps her mother usually took to braid her hair. She first divided Quan’s hair into two halves, and then used hair ties to tie them into two small ponytails at the back of her head.
However, his technique was so unfamiliar that the braids he created were not only crooked and loose, but the amount of hair on both sides was also uneven, with more on one side and less on the other. It looked… quite funny.
“Well… it seems to be done.” You looked at his “horrible” masterpiece and said with a guilty conscience. He himself felt that the braid was really… too ugly.
Quan didn’t turn around immediately, but asked in a low voice: “You, how is the injection…?” There was a hint of expectation and uneasiness in her voice.
You scratched his head and said embarrassedly: “Well… maybe… maybe it’s not as beautiful as your mother’s.” He was prepared to be “disdained” by Quan.
However, when Quan slowly turned around and saw his two crooked and asymmetrical braids in the mirror (You took out a small bronze mirror from somewhere), he was not angry or disappointed. Instead, he burst out laughing.
“You, the braids you tied… look like puppy ears!” Quan pointed at himself in the mirror, laughing so hard that he fell backwards, his eyes narrowed into slits.
Looking at Quan’s cute smile, You’s embarrassment and uneasiness instantly disappeared. He sighed helplessly and said, “Okay, I admit that I don’t have much talent for braiding.”
“It’s okay, it’s okay!” Quan waved her hand nonchalantly. She stretched out her little hand and gently touched her two crooked braids with a sweet smile on her face. “Although it’s a little ugly, but… I like it very much! This is the first time that You helped me braid my hair!”
Her tone was filled with genuine joy and a hint of pride.
You looked at Quan’s bright eyes full of smiles, and felt warm in his heart.
He felt that no matter how ugly his braids were, as long as Quan liked them, that was enough.
“Okay, let’s go down the mountain quickly, otherwise it will be difficult to walk after dark.” You put away the small bronze mirror and said to Quan.
“Yeah!” Quan nodded vigorously, then stretched out his little hand and took You’s hand.
Two small figures, hand in hand, walked down the mountain, bathed in the afterglow of the setting sun.
The two crooked little braids on the spring head swayed gently in the breeze, like two happy little butterflies, just like their relaxed and happy mood at the moment.
A few days later, You and Izumi finally got their parents’ permission to go to the commercial street in the Uchiha clan’s territory to buy things by themselves.
This is undoubtedly something very exciting and exciting for the two little ones. It means that they have grown up and can have a certain degree of “autonomy” like adults!
The commercial street of the Uchiha clan is located in the center of the clan. It is not too long, but it is very busy and prosperous. There are all kinds of shops on both sides of the street, such as ninja tool shops, clothing shops, herbal medicine shops, snack shops, grocery stores, etc. There are all kinds of shops, which can basically meet the daily needs of the clan members.
You and Quan, hand in hand, walked happily on the commercial street like two birds just out of a cage, full of curiosity about everything around them.
People were coming and going on the street, mostly clan members wearing Uchiha family crest clothing. Some of them were in a hurry, while others were leisurely browsing the shops, selecting the goods they needed. The air was filled with the aroma of various foods and the constant shouting of vendors, full of the strong atmosphere of life.
Quan’s eyes were quickly attracted by a beautifully decorated candy store. In the shop window, there were all kinds of brightly colored and cute candies and snacks, which made her drool.
“You! Look! There are so many beautiful candies in that store!” Quan pulled You’s clothes and pointed at the candy store, with a longing light flashing in his big eyes.
You looked in the direction that Quan pointed, and couldn’t help but be attracted by the dazzling array of candies. He knew that Quan loved sweets the most.
At this moment, his heart suddenly moved.
“System, sign in at the door of this candy store!”
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at [Uchiha Commercial Street (in front of the candy store)]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Pocket Money x 100 taels]!”
As the system prompt sounded, a small string of copper coins tied with a red string and engraved with special marks appeared in Yu’s virtual backpack. This is the currency commonly used in the Naruto world.
“Haha! One hundred taels of pocket money! It comes just in time!” You felt ecstatic.
He was just worrying about not having any money on him and not being able to buy food for Quan. Unexpectedly, the system was so considerate and directly gave him some “start-up funds”!
Although one hundred taels is not a lot, it is more than enough for two children to buy some snacks.
Chapter 30: A Shy and Cute Little Girl (Old Version)
“Come on! Quan! Let’s go in and take a look!” You pulled Quan and walked excitedly into the candy store.
The scene in the candy store dazzled the two little ones. Candies of various flavors, biscuits of various shapes, jellies of various colors… the dazzling array and fragrant aroma made them feel like they had entered a fairy-tale candy kingdom.
Quan’s eyes were wide open, his mouth slightly opened, and he looked adorable as if he was having “indecisiveness”.
You stayed with her patiently, introducing some new-looking candies to her from time to time.
Besides the candy shops, there are many other interesting shops on the high street.
For example, in the Ninja Tool Shop, various kunai, shurikens, detonating tags and other weapons and props commonly used by ninjas are displayed. Seeing them makes You’s blood boil, and he wants to buy a few immediately and go back to practice.
The clothing stores are filled with various styles of kimonos and ninja costumes, some of which are simple and elegant, while others are gorgeous and exquisite.
The herbal medicine shop is filled with the rich aroma of herbs, and the shelves are filled with various dried herbs and bottles of ointments.
While Yuu was shopping with Quan, he was also secretly observing the business model and price level of this world. He found that although the business in this world was not as developed and convenient as in the previous life, it had formed a relatively complete system. The transactions of various commodities also followed certain market rules.
“Maybe… I can try to do some small business in the future?” A thought quietly sprouted in his heart. However, this idea was quickly thrown out of his mind. His most important task now was to practice hard and improve his strength.
After choosing in the candy store for a long time, Quan was finally attracted by a stall selling candied haws on the street.
It was an old man pushing a small wooden cart filled with candied haws strung on bamboo sticks. The red hawthorns, covered with a layer of crystal clear sugar coating, sparkled in the sun and looked very tempting.
“You! I want to eat that!” Quan pointed at the candied haws and looked at You with shining eyes.
“Okay! Let’s go buy some!” You pulled Quan without hesitation and walked to the candied haws stall.
He took out the 100 taels of pocket money he had just earned from signing in from his pocket (actually from his virtual backpack), and said to the old man proudly: “Uncle, please give us two strings of candied haws! We want the biggest and reddest ones!”
When the old man saw that it was two cute little kids who came to buy candied haws, a kind smile appeared on his face. He picked out two of the largest and fullest strings of candied haws from the cart and handed them to them.
“Thank you, old man!” You paid the money, handed one of the strings of candied haws to Quan, and picked up one for himself.
Quan held the string of red, shiny candied haws, her eyes narrowed into a crescent shape with joy. She opened her mouth impatiently and took a bite of a plump hawthorn fruit.
“Hmm~!” The sour and sweet taste instantly blossomed on her taste buds, making her sigh with satisfaction.
While chewing the candied haws, she said to You incoherently, “You! This candied haws is so delicious! It’s sour and sweet, so delicious!”
You looked at Quan’s satisfied look and felt happy. He also took a bite of the candied haws and it tasted really good.
At this moment, Quan suddenly passed the candied haws in his hand to You’s mouth, with a sweet smile on his face, and said: “You, you should try mine too! I think mine seems to be sweeter!”
You was slightly stunned, looking at the candied haws that were close to him, which were stained with Quan’s saliva (although only a little bit), and Quan’s clear eyes that were full of anticipation and sharing joy, and an indescribable warmth surged in his heart.
Without any hesitation, he opened his mouth and gently took a bite of the candied haws that Quan handed over.
Well, it was indeed sweet. It touched his heart.
“How is it? Is it sweeter than yours?” Quan blinked his big eyes and looked at You expectantly.
You smiled and nodded: “Yeah! Quan’s is really sweet!”
When Quan heard this, the smile on his face became even brighter, like a blooming sunflower.
So, two small figures stood on the street, sharing the same string of candied haws, one bite at a time, and the atmosphere was warm and sweet.
The hustle and bustle around them seemed to have nothing to do with them at this moment. In their world, there was only each other and the string of sour and sweet candied haws in their hands.
Just as You and Quan were enjoying this rare sweet time, a discordant sound suddenly came from the side.
“Hey! Isn’t this the little one from our Uchiha clan? What good thing is he holding in his hand?”
Hearing the voice, You and Quan turned around and saw three Uchiha kids, who were a few years older than them and looked to be about seven or eight years old, walking towards them in a nonchalant manner.
The leader was a tall and strong boy with an arrogant look on his face, staring at the string of candied haws in Quan’s hand with ill intent. The two followers behind him also looked arrogant and bullying.
Quan saw these naughty kids who were obviously here with bad intentions, and a little fear appeared on her face. She subconsciously hid behind You, and her little hands tightly grasped the corner of You’s clothes.
You could feel that Quan’s little hands were trembling slightly. He calmly protected Quan behind him, then raised his head and looked at the three uninvited guests calmly.
“Is there something wrong?” Although You’s tone was calm, it carried a hint of unquestionable coldness.
The naughty kid in the lead obviously didn’t expect that this little guy who looked much shorter than him would dare to speak to him in such a tone. He was slightly stunned at first, and then an angry expression appeared on his face.
“Little brat! You’re so arrogant!” The naughty kid glared at You fiercely, then pointed at the candied haws in Quan’s hand and said arrogantly: “Hand over the red thing in your hand! I’m in a good mood today, so I can forgive you this time!”
The two followers behind him also followed suit and said, “That’s right! Hand it over quickly! Otherwise, you will be in trouble!”
These naughty kids were obviously used to bullying the younger and weaker kids in the tribe. Today, when they saw the tempting candied haws in Quan’s hand, they became malicious again.
Quan was frightened by them and his face turned pale. He grabbed the corner of You’s clothes even tighter and shrank behind You.
Chapter 31 Sign in [Gentle and Thoughtful MAX] (Old Version)
Although she was scared, she didn’t cry. She just looked at You with pleading and dependent eyes.
You could clearly feel Quan’s fear and helplessness. A nameless anger slowly rose from the bottom of his heart.
What he hates most is this kind of guy who bullies the weak!
Especially since the person they bullied was Quan, whom he cherished the most!
“If you leave now, I can pretend nothing happened.” You’s voice was still calm, but with a hint of unquestionable coldness.
His eyes, like two sharp swords, shot straight at the naughty kid in the lead.
At that moment, Yu’s eyes unconsciously carried a hint of majesty and coldness from the [Template of Whitebeard, One of the Four Emperors (Enhanced God-level Version)]!
That is the aura of someone who has been in a high position for a long time and looks down on all living things! That is the aura of someone who has experienced countless storms and waves, mountains of corpses and seas of blood, and can only be honed to look down on the world!
Although Yu is still very young and his body is still very immature, he cannot fully display the aura of Whitebeard that can destroy the world. However, just the slight pressure that is revealed inadvertently is enough to make ordinary people feel terrified!
The naughty kid in the lead, when he met You’s cold and oppressive eyes, his heart skipped a beat, and an inexplicable chill rushed from the soles of his feet to the top of his head!
He felt as if he was not facing a child who was a few years younger than him, but a ferocious beast that would choose its prey!
That look is so scary!
The naughty kid subconsciously took a small step back, and the arrogance on his face also dissipated a lot. He looked at You with some doubt, thinking in his heart: “This… this kid, what’s wrong with him? His eyes… are so scary!”
The two followers behind him also noticed something was wrong with their boss, and the booing on their faces gradually died down. They looked at their boss somewhat at a loss.
The atmosphere at the entrance of the alley suddenly became solemn and depressing.
You still looked at the naughty child in front of him calmly, the coldness in his eyes had not diminished at all.
In fact, he was a little nervous. He knew that his current strength was not enough to easily crush these three naughty kids who were several years older than him. If they really started fighting, although he was not afraid, Quan would definitely be frightened.
Therefore, he hoped to use his momentum to intimidate the other party, make them retreat, and resolve the conflict peacefully.
“Dare to bully Quan? You’re simply asking for a fight!” You thought viciously in his heart, “But… if we can solve the problem without taking action, that would naturally be the best.”
He didn’t want to cause too much of a commotion on the commercial street because of such a small matter. It would be troublesome if the police were alerted or his parents found out.
Now, he just wanted to take Quan away from this place of trouble as soon as possible.
The atmosphere at the entrance of the alley fell into a strange stagnation because of You’s sudden powerful aura.
The Uchiha kid in the lead was frightened by You’s cold and oppressive gaze, and even had a layer of cold sweat on his forehead. He felt his heart pounding, as if it was going to jump out of his throat at the next moment.
The two henchmen behind him also keenly sensed the strangeness of their boss, as well as the frightening aura emanating from the little guy opposite. The arrogance on their faces had long since disappeared without a trace, replaced by a trace of fear and uneasiness. They subconsciously shrank back, not daring to utter any more provocative words.
Time seemed to stand still at this moment.
You still calmly stared at the three naughty kids in front of him, the majesty and coldness in his eyes did not diminish at all. He could clearly feel that his momentum seemed to have a certain deterrent effect on these guys.
This made him secretly feel relieved. It seemed that the aura brought by the Whitebeard template was still somewhat useful. At least, it could bring about an unexpected effect when facing these immature children.
The confrontation lasted for about ten seconds.
To the three naughty kids, these ten seconds seemed longer than a century. They felt like they were being stared at by a wild beast, and the invisible pressure made them almost unable to breathe.
Finally, the leader could no longer bear this psychological torture. He swallowed hard, and cursed at You: “Stinky…stinky kid! You…you wait! I…let’s go!”
After saying that, he turned around and ran without looking back, as if he had seen a ghost, as if something terrible was chasing him.
Seeing that their boss had run away, his two henchmen naturally did not dare to stay any longer. They hurriedly followed him and fled the scene in disgrace.
In the blink of an eye, Yu and Quan were the only ones left at the alley entrance where tensions were high.
It was not until the figures of the three naughty kids completely disappeared around the corner that Quan carefully poked his head out from behind You and asked timidly, “You…are they…are they gone?”
You turned around and looked at Quan’s little face, which was still a little frightened. He smiled gently, patted her shoulder gently, and said soothingly: “Well, they left. It’s okay, Quan.”
Quan finally breathed a sigh of relief, and her tense little body relaxed. She looked at You, her big dark eyes filled with indescribable shock and…unparalleled admiration!
“You!” Quan suddenly grabbed You’s arm excitedly, his little face beaming with excitement, “You are so awesome! They…they were all scared away by you!”
In her opinion, You’s behavior just now was just like those heroes in the stories! Just with his eyes, he scared away three villains who were several years older than them! This was simply incredible!
You listened to Quan’s admiring praise, and couldn’t help but feel a little elated. It seemed that his “performance” just now was quite effective.
“It seems that the aura that comes with the Whitebeard template is quite useful at certain times.” You thought proudly in his heart.
However, he would not tell Quan the truth about this “superpower”.
Afterwards, when the two of them walked back on the commercial street and continued their unfinished “shopping trip”, Quan was still immersed in the excitement and excitement just now. Like a curious little sparrow, he chirped and asked You how he did it just now.
Chapter 32: Guarding Silently, Not Asking for Reward (Old Version)
“Youyouyou! How did you scare away those bad guys just now? Can your eyes emit some powerful light? Just like those eye techniques that the clan studies teacher talked about?” Quan blinked his big eyes, and his little head was filled with all kinds of wild imaginations.
You looked at Quan’s cute and curious look, and felt amused in his heart, but his face was nonchalant. He said lightly: “There was no powerful light, I just glared at them.”
“Just a glare?” Quan was a little unconvinced. “Just a glare and they ran away in fear?”
You touched his chin in a pretentious manner, and then spoke nonsense in a serious manner: “Well… maybe… maybe it’s because I look fierce? They see that I am angry and glare at them, and then they get scared.”
This explanation is really a bit… far-fetched.
However, for Quan, who was in a state of “blind worship” at the moment, everything You said sounded like wise words.
She nodded vigorously, her big eyes flashing with approval, and said in a firm tone: “Yes! It must be like this! When You glares, he is so imposing! Even scarier than when my father is angry!” (Uchiha Yong, who was far away in the police force, sneezed inexplicably.)
You almost couldn’t help laughing when listening to Quan’s “serious” analysis. He suppressed his laughter and tried hard to maintain his image as an “expert”.
After this little “hero saves the beauty” incident, Quan’s reliance and trust in You has reached a new level. In her heart, Uchiha You is not only her best friend, but also her most reliable “guardian”! As long as You is by her side, she is not afraid of anything!
And You, from this incident, has a deeper understanding of the importance of strength. He knows that if he wants to protect the people he cherishes, he can’t just rely on bluffing, he must have real strong strength!
This made his desire to improve his strength even stronger.
That night, when You was practicing hard in his room as usual, the long-lost but extremely pleasant system prompt sound rang in his mind again!
“Ding! It is detected that the host has shown a firm will to protect others at a critical moment, and has successfully used his own aura to intimidate the enemy. The compatibility with the [Whitebeard, One of the Four Emperors (Enhanced God-level Version) Template] has been significantly improved!”
“Congratulations to the host! The unlocking progress of [Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template] has reached 5%!”
Moreover, this time, the reason for the system prompt was because he “showed a firm will to protect others” and “successfully used his own aura to intimidate the enemy”!
Yu’s heart started beating uncontrollably again because of this sudden and huge surprise!
He never expected that the small conflict on the commercial street during the day would become an opportunity to unlock the template!
It seems that this Whitebeard template not only values ​​physical training and chakra accumulation, but also the host’s mentality and will!
As the system prompt sounded, a warm current that was more turbulent, purer and vaster than any previous time, like a river bursting its banks, burst from his heart and instantly swept through his limbs, every cell, and every inch of his bones!
He felt as if his body was undergoing a revolutionary transformation!
Strength! Speed! Endurance! Physical fitness!
Everything is skyrocketing at an incredible speed!
This feeling is a hundred times stronger than any previous experience of unlocking a template!
When that majestic warm current slowly subsided and completely merged into his body, You clearly felt that his strength had reached a whole new level!
His strength was at least several times stronger than before! He had no doubt that if he were to face the three naughty kids again, he would be able to easily knock them all down!
His body also became tougher and stronger, full of vigorous vitality!
However, the changes brought about by the template unlocking this time are not just the usual physical enhancements.
You was keenly aware that there seemed to be an indescribable… “aura” on him!
In other words, it is a more condensed, more substantial… “deterrence”!
This kind of aura is usually not revealed, but when he is emotionally excited or concentrating, it will unconsciously emanate from him, forming an invisible sense of oppression that makes people around him feel palpitations and uneasiness.
Just as he was carefully experiencing this wonderful change, the system prompt sounded again in his mind:
“Ding! It is detected that the host has stimulated the faint ‘king’s talent’ hidden in the body through the tempering of his will and aura, and the compatibility with the [Whitebeard, One of the Four Emperors (Enhanced God-level Version) Template] has been further improved!”
“The qualities of a king?!” Upon hearing this, You’s pupils suddenly contracted, and a huge wave rose in his heart!
In the world of “One Piece”, he knows very well what “the qualifications of a king” usually refer to!
That person is… one in a million, and he possesses the domineering aura that can shock everything and dominate the world!
“Could it be… Could it be that I have awakened the rudiments of Conqueror’s Haki so early?!” Yu’s heart was filled with incredible surprise!
He knew that Whitebeard possessed Conqueror’s Haki. Since he had merged with Whitebeard’s template, it was reasonable for him to awaken Conqueror’s Haki in the future.
However, he never expected that this day would come so early! How old is he now?
This was like pie falling from the sky, making him feel dizzy and almost faint from happiness!
If he can really master the Conqueror’s Haki, his strength will make a qualitative leap! At that time, let alone a few naughty kids, even if he faces a real enemy, he will have stronger confidence and deterrence!
“It’s…too incredible!” You was so excited that his whole body was shaking slightly.
He tried hard to calm his excitement and carefully felt the new “king’s talent” in his body.
He found that this talent was still very, very weak at the moment, like a newly sprouted seed, which needed careful nurturing and watering in order to thrive.
Chapter 33: Hinata’s secret love? (Old version)
However, its appearance itself represents infinite possibilities!
“It seems that my future road is still long and exciting!” There was an unprecedented light flashing in You’s eyes.
He knew that he had taken another solid step towards his goal of being able to protect everything!
A few days later, You Hequan came to the back mountain of the clan’s land again.
This time, their destination was a relatively hidden small waterfall in the back mountain.
This small waterfall was discovered by You accidentally during a solo “adventure”. The waterfall is not high, and the water flow is not too large. It pours down from a rock wall several meters high, forming a small clear pool below.
The pond is surrounded by green trees and rugged rocks. The environment is quiet and secluded, and usually few people come here.
You thought this would be a good place to play and…check in.
So he brought Quan here.
It was the first time for Quan to come to this small waterfall. When he saw the cascading water and the crystal clear pool, an expression of surprise appeared on his little face.
“Wow! You! It’s so beautiful here! There’s a small waterfall!” Quan excitedly pulled You’s clothes and jumped around the pool like a happy little bird.
You looked at Quan’s happy expression and a smile appeared on his face.
He walked to the edge of the pool, feeling the mist and coolness brought by the waterfall hitting the water, and his heart moved.
“System, sign in at [under the waterfall in the back mountain (near the pond)]!”
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at [under the waterfall in the back mountain (near the pond)]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Water attribute chakra affinity (weak)]!”
As the system prompt sounded, a cool and comfortable feeling spread from his limbs to his body, making him feel as if he had established a mysterious connection with the surrounding water element.
[Water Chakra Affinity (Weak)]: Enhances the host’s ability to perceive and control water chakra, allowing the host to be more adept at learning and performing water-style ninjutsu, and the power will also be slightly increased.
“Water-attribute chakra affinity?” You looked at the reward, touched his chin, and pondered in his heart.
“As I recall, most members of the Uchiha clan mainly use fire-attribute chakra. The Chakra I extracted from the [Chakra Refining Technique (Basic Version)] that I obtained by signing in earlier also seems to be biased towards fire attributes.”
“Now that I suddenly have an affinity for water, it’s not bad. Water can overcome fire. If I can learn water-style ninjutsu in the future, it might be able to have an unexpected effect in battle. Moreover, the combination of water and fire may make my fire-style ninjutsu even more powerful?”
The more You thought about it, the more he felt that this water attribute chakra affinity came at the right time. Although it was only at a weak level, it was better than nothing.
Just as he was thinking about how to make use of this newly acquired attribute affinity, Quan could not wait to take off his small wooden clogs and walked carefully into the shallow water of the pool with his bare white feet.
The cool water of the stream flowed over her ankles, making her let out a small sigh of comfort.
“You! Come here! The water here is so cool and comfortable!” Quan turned around and waved to You, with a happy smile on his face.
Seeing this, You smiled, took off his shoes and socks, and walked into the shallow water.
The cool stream water instantly dispels some of the summer heat, making people feel refreshed.
The two of them were like two happy little fish, chasing and playing with each other in the shallow water, scooping up stream water with their hands and splashing it on each other, making bursts of clear and pleasant laughter that echoed in the quiet valley.
The sunlight shines through the gaps in the leaves, casting mottled spots of light on the water, which sparkles and is very beautiful.
You and Quan were having so much fun that they completely forgot the passage of time.
Just as the two were splashing water at each other and playing, You accidentally threw a handful of water over with a little too much force, and it splashed right on Quan’s chest, soaking most of her pink kimono.
“Ouch!” Quan exclaimed, looked down at his wet clothes, and was stunned for a moment.
Then, she raised her head and saw You’s expression with a hint of smugness and a smirk, and her little face suddenly puffed up like an angry little pufferfish.
“You! You are so bad! Look, you have wet my clothes!” Quan stamped his feet in pretending to be angry, then stretched out his little hand, pointed at You, and announced loudly: “I will punish you!”
After saying that, she pounced towards You with her teeth and claws bared, wanting to make You a “drowned chicken”.
Seeing this, You quickly smiled and turned to dodge.
“Hahaha! Quan, you can’t catch me!”
“Humph! I must catch you! Let you also have a taste of being splashed with water!”
Thus, a “sweet chase” began beside the clear pond.
With the agility brought by the white beard template, You nimbly dodged Quan’s “pursuit” in the water. Quan, like a persistent little cheetah, chased him relentlessly, and made delicate “ah ah ah” sounds from time to time.
In the end, You deliberately slowed down and was grabbed by Quan’s arm.
“I caught you! Don’t move!” Quan announced proudly, then scooped up a handful of stream water and poured it on You without any hesitation.
“Crash!”
The cold stream water instantly soaked You’s clothes.
“Hahaha! You has also become a drowned rat!” Quan looked at You’s miserable appearance, put his hands on his waist, and laughed triumphantly. His laughter was crisp and pleasant, as beautiful as a silver bell.
You wiped the water droplets off his face and couldn’t help laughing at Quan’s cute look of being as happy as a little fool.
The two of them made a lot of noise, splashing water and laughing.
In the sun, their wet hair stuck to their foreheads and cheeks, and their clothes stuck to their bodies, outlining their small figures. But their faces were filled with the purest and brightest smiles.
The playfulness and laughter at this moment are full of the innocence and happiness unique to childhood, and have become an unforgettable and beautiful time in their memories.
After playing in the pool beside the small waterfall in the back mountain for a while, the two little guys Uchiha Yu and Uchiha Izumi both became real “drowned rats”.
Their wet hair stuck to their foreheads and cheeks, and their clothes clung to their bodies, outlining their small figures. The mountain breeze brought a chill that made them shiver involuntarily.
Chapter 34: Passing by the Mountain Flower Shop (Old Version)
You looked at Quan’s wet and miserable appearance, especially the pink kimono which was almost completely soaked by water and stuck tightly to her body. You could vaguely see the white shirt underneath. He couldn’t help but feel a little embarrassed and guilty.
After all, he was the one who played the craziest and splashed water the most vigorously.
“Quan, are you…are you cold?” You asked worriedly, stretching out his hand to help Quan gather the wet hair on his forehead.
Quan shook her head, her little face still flushed with excitement after playing, and she said in a clear voice: “It’s not cold, not cold! I had so much fun just now! It’s just… my clothes are all wet, and my mom might scold me when I go back.” She tugged at the wet corner of her clothes in distress.
You looked at Quan’s pitiful appearance, and the guilt in his heart became stronger. He thought about it, then mustered up the courage and said, “Quan, how about… I help you wring out your clothes? That way, you won’t feel so uncomfortable when you go back.”
“Ah? Can you help me twist it?” Hearing this, Quan was slightly stunned, and a suspicious blush appeared on her face. She subconsciously looked at her wet clothes, and then looked at You’s eyes full of sincerity and concern. She hesitated for a moment, and finally nodded gently, “Well… okay. Thank you, You.”
Yu secretly breathed a sigh of relief when he got Quan’s consent.
He walked up to Quan, stretched out his two little hands, carefully grabbed the wet fabric at the hem of Quan’s kimono, and then began to gently wring it, imitating the way his mother Qinyin usually did when hanging clothes to dry.
Of course, with his limited strength and clumsy technique, it was impossible to wring out the water-soaked clothes. All he did was just symbolically squeeze out some of the excess water from the hem and cuffs of the clothes.
Quan lowered her head and let You fiddle with her clothes. She could feel that when You’s fingers touched her clothes, there was a hint of careful tenderness, and a hint of indescribable… warmth.
Although You’s movements were clumsy and the clothes were still wet after wringing for a long time, Quan felt warm in his heart, as if wrapped in a small flame.
She secretly raised her eyelids and glanced at You who was concentrating on helping her “twisting clothes”. In the sunlight, You’s profile looked particularly serious, and the hair on his forehead was a little messy because of the playfulness just now, with a few drops of crystal water hanging on it, looking… unexpectedly a little handsome.
Quan’s little face unconsciously turned a little redder, and her heartbeat inexplicably quickened.
“Okay… it seems to be almost done.” You finally stopped what he was doing, looking at the hem of the clothes which was still wet but no longer dripping, and said with a guilty conscience. He knew that this had no real effect at all.
Quan, however, did not show any disdain. Instead, he raised his head, showed a sweet smile to You, and whispered: “Well! Thank you, You! I feel much better!”
Her voice was soft and melodious, like a feather, gently brushing across You’s heart, making him feel a little itchy.
You looked at Quan’s sparkling eyes full of gratitude and joy, and felt a sense of satisfaction in his heart. He felt that as long as he could make Quan happy, it didn’t matter if he was a little clumsy.
“Well…next time when we come to play in the water, remember to bring a change of clothes, so you won’t be so embarrassed.” You scratched his head and said a little embarrassedly.
“Yeah!” Quan nodded vigorously, then tilted his head and added playfully, “Or… next time, You can just use Fire Style to help me dry my clothes, okay?”
Hearing this, You’s mouth twitched slightly, and he thought to himself, “Using fire jutsu to dry clothes? Quan, you’re really a smart guy! But… with my current limited fire jutsu skills, I’m afraid I’ll burn a few holes in your clothes before they’re dried.”
Of course, he would not say such a spoiling thing. He just smiled and nodded, saying, “Okay, when I become more proficient in fire escape, I will definitely help you dry your clothes!”
(Inner thought: Or… I’ll get a portable dryer someday, that’ll be the real deal!)
After playing around at the small waterfall in the back hill for an afternoon, You and Quan were exhausted but very happy.
After returning home, You did not forget his “promise” to Quan – to make delicious food for her!
He decided to challenge Quan’s favorite three-color meatballs today!
Although the three-color meatballs look simple, it still requires certain skills and experience to make them delicious, colorful and round in shape.
However, You is still quite confident about this.
After all, he was a man with the [Cooking (Entry Level)] skill! Moreover, in the previous few sign-ins, he had also obtained some cooking-related “small cheats” one after another.
For example, he once signed in next to his own rice jar and received a reward of [Improvement in glutinous rice flour quality (trace amount)], which can slightly improve the taste and stickiness of ordinary glutinous rice flour.
Another time, he signed in in the yard where Qinyin was drying herbs and obtained a diagram of [Natural Pigment Extraction Method (Basics)], which recorded how to extract safe and harmless natural pigments from some common plants and use them to color food.
With the help of these “secret recipes”, You believes that making the three-color meatballs this time will be much smoother than the last time he made rice balls!
He first asked for his mother Qinyin’s consent, and then came to the kitchen with great interest.
Quan naturally followed him like a little tail, her big black eyes full of anticipation and curiosity. She wanted to see with her own eyes how You turned those ordinary ingredients into delicious three-color meatballs.
You first poured high-quality glutinous rice flour into a clean wooden basin, then slowly added warm water according to the proportions recorded in [Cooking (Beginner’s Guide)] and began to knead the dough.
Although his movements still had a hint of childishness, he seemed much more skilled and calm than the last time he was flustered when making rice balls.
Soon, a smooth, soft and non-sticky glutinous rice dough took shape in his hands.
The next step is to dye the dough.
Chapter 35: Ino’s Passion (Old Version)
You followed the method in [Natural Pigment Extraction Method (Basic)] to extract bright pink pigment from some dried roselle flowers and tender green pigment from some blanched spinach leaves. As for the white meatballs, you can just use the original color of glutinous rice flour.
He divided the glutinous rice dough into three portions, added natural pigments of different colors to each portion, and then kneaded them carefully and evenly until the dough showed a uniform and bright pink, white and green color.
Looking at the three balls of brightly colored dough that looked like rainbow candies, Quan’s eyes widened and he kept letting out exclamations from his little mouth.
“Wow! You! You are so amazing! How did you make these colors? They are as beautiful as paints used for painting!” Quan asked curiously.
You raised his chin proudly and said mysteriously: “This is my exclusive secret recipe, you can’t tell others easily!”
After dyeing is completed, the next step is to roll the dough into small balls.
This step is a test of You’s patience and meticulousness. He tries hard to make each small ball uniform in size and round in shape.
Quan was itching to help, so You gave her a small piece of white dough so that she could also experience the fun of making meatballs.
As a result, the balls that Quan rolled out were still of strange shapes and sizes, forming a sharp contrast with the “authentic” ones made by You. However, both of them had a lot of fun, and the kitchen was filled with laughter.
Finally, string the three-color meatballs together with bamboo sticks and steam them in a pot.
While waiting for the meatballs to be steamed, You used the remaining glutinous rice flour and Quan to pinch some strange-shaped animal shapes, preparing to steam them together as an after-meal dessert.
When the steaming three-color meatballs finally come out of the pot, the whole kitchen is filled with the tempting fragrance of glutinous rice.
You carefully took out the steamed meatballs, and saw that each of them was crystal clear, colorful and tempting, with delicate pink, pure white and fresh green. Moreover, their shape was much rounder and fuller than You expected, and was not inferior to those sold in other shops!
“Wow! What beautiful tricolor meatballs!” Quan looked at those meatballs that looked like works of art, his eyes twinkling with bright little stars and his saliva almost flowing out.
As You looked at the perfect finished product that he had made with his own hands, his heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment and joy.
He picked up a bunch of steaming three-color meatballs, handed them to Quan, and said with a smile: “Quan, try the three-color meatballs I made. Are they delicious?”
Quan nodded vigorously and took the meatball impatiently. Not caring about the heat, he opened his little mouth and bit off a pink meatball.
“Hmm! Hmm!” The moment he entered, Quan’s eyes suddenly lit up and they narrowed into slits with happiness!
The soft and chewy texture, the sweet and non-greasy taste, and the light fragrance of glutinous rice instantly conquered her taste buds!
“It’s delicious!” Quan praised vaguely, and then he couldn’t wait to bite off the second one, and the third one…
She ate with gusto, her little face filled with a smile of satisfaction and happiness, as if she had eaten the most delicious thing in the world.
You felt sweet in his heart when he saw Quan’s intoxicated look.
He knew that his challenge to the three-color meatballs was a great success!
The night gradually deepens.
Outside the window, the moon is bright and the stars are sparse, and everything is quiet.
You lay in his little bed, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep.
In his mind, he still recalled the warm scenes of playing with Quan and making three-color balls together during the day. That simple and pure happiness made him feel extremely nostalgic and satisfied.
At the same time, his heart is filled with more expectations and desires for the future.
He longed to become stronger and to have the power to protect this beauty.
Just as he was daydreaming, an idea suddenly popped into his mind.
“The rewards I get from signing in at various places during the day are pretty good. So…if I sign in at the clan’s land late at night, will there be any special rewards?”
Once this thought arose, it was like a wildfire that could no longer be contained.
Yuu’s curiosity was completely aroused.
He quietly got up from the bed, tiptoed to open the door, and slipped into his own yard.
The Uchiha clan’s territory late at night seemed particularly quiet and…mysterious.
The moonlight fell on the courtyard like water, stretching the shadows of the trees and houses, casting mottled shadows on the ground. The air was filled with a light coolness and the tranquility unique to the night.
Yu stood in the middle of the yard, took a deep breath, and tried to calm himself down. Then, he silently said in his mind: “System, sign in at [Uchiha Clan Land (Late Night)]!”
The [Sign In] button lit up, and a white light that was slightly different from the previous ones, with a hint of a faint blue halo, flashed past him!
Then, the system prompt sound came as expected:
“Ding! The host is detected to have signed in during a special time period [late at night] and in a special environment [Uchiha clan territory], triggering a special sign-in mechanism!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the special sign-in reward – [Night Vision Ability (Elementary)]!”
Night vision?!
When You heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up!
This is such a pleasant surprise!
[Night Vision (Primary)]: Improves the host’s visual perception in dark environments, allowing the host to see clearly in environments with dim light or even complete darkness. Currently at the primary level, the night vision effect is limited, but it is sufficient to cope with general night environments.
As the system rewards were integrated, You immediately felt a cool and comfortable sensation in his eyes, as if they were being transformed by a mysterious force.
When the feeling faded, he opened his eyes again and looked out at the surrounding courtyard.
He was surprised to find that the scenery that originally seemed dim and blurry in his eyes had become much clearer at this moment!
Although it was still late at night and the moonlight was not very bright, he could vaguely see the outlines of the trees in the yard, the shape of the stone lanterns, and even a few fallen leaves on the ground!
The darkness before his eyes was no longer so thick and deep, as if it was penetrated by a layer of faint moonlight, allowing him to glimpse some of the mysteries within.
Chapter 36 Sign in [Infinite Charm] (Old Version)
“It’s…it’s amazing! Is this the night vision ability?” You’s heart was filled with surprise and shock.
He had only seen descriptions of night vision goggles in some special forces movies or novels before, but he never expected that he could directly obtain this night vision ability comparable to a “human plug-in” by signing in to the system!
Although it is only elementary and the effect is still limited, it is enough for him!
“This ability is great! Very practical!” You nodded with satisfaction.
He knew that in the world of ninja, night operations and reconnaissance were commonplace. Having the ability of night vision would undoubtedly give him a greater advantage in future operations.
“In the future, even if I go to Quan’s house in the dark…ah, it will be much more convenient to practice at night or observe the enemy situation!” You thought to himself, and the corners of his mouth couldn’t help but rise slightly.
He felt that he was one step closer to becoming a qualified “night walker”.
On the second night after gaining the ability of night vision, You took Quan to watch the stars in their own small yard.
The starry sky on a summer night is always so bright and charming. Countless stars, like diamonds scattered on black velvet, sparkle with dazzling light, forming a magnificent and romantic picture.
When You looked at the stars in the past, he thought they were beautiful, but they always seemed vague and distant.
But today, when he looked up at the starry sky again, he found that the scene before him seemed a little different from before.
Thanks to the blessing of [Night Vision Ability (Primary)], he felt that the starry sky in his eyes became clearer and brighter than before!
Those stars that were originally only a blurry point of light, now in his eyes, could actually distinguish some subtle outlines and colors. Those distant stars that were originally dim and without light now also emitted a weak but real light.
The entire starry sky seemed to come closer before his eyes, showing a more real and magnificent side.
“Izumi, look!” You pointed to a particularly bright star in the sky and said to Izumi beside him, with a little excitement and pride in his tone, “Today’s stars seem to be brighter and clearer than before!”
Of course he wouldn’t tell Quan this because he himself saw it more clearly.
Upon hearing that, Quan quickly raised his little head, tried hard to open his eyes wide, and looked in the direction You pointed.
She looked at it carefully for a long time, and then said uncertainly: “Hmm…it seems…it seems to be true! Today’s stars do seem a little brighter than before!”
In fact, for Quan, who has no night vision, the starry sky is not much different from before. But when she saw You was so sure, coupled with the natural “herd mentality” of children, she subconsciously felt that the stars today were indeed different.
“Really? You! The stars are so beautiful today!” Quan clapped his hands happily and a happy smile appeared on his face.
You felt a sense of satisfaction when he looked at Quan’s innocent and cute appearance.
He liked the feeling of sharing beautiful things with Quan.
So, the two little figures sat side by side on the stone steps in the yard, looking up at the bright starry sky, counting the stars in the sky together, and whispering some innocent wishes that only children could understand.
“You, look at that star, does it look like the three-color meatballs I ate yesterday?”
“Hmm… it seems a bit like that! Look at that star, does it look like your favorite candied haws?”
“Hehe, it really looks like that!”
“Quan, what do you want to be when you grow up?”
“Well… I think… I want to be a gentle person like my mother! What about Yuu?”
“As for me…I hope to protect all the people I love and make them happy every day!”
“Then You must protect Izumi!”
“Yes! Definitely!”
On a quiet summer night, under the bright starry sky, two little figures snuggled together, sharing each other’s joys and sorrows, and looking forward to a better future.
The warmth and beauty of this moment, like the stars in the sky, are forever engraved in the depths of their memories.
Looking at the twinkling stars in the sky and the little girl beside him who was full of infinite imagination and curiosity about the starry sky, Uchiha You suddenly felt an inexplicable impulse in his heart.
A flash of inspiration came into his mind, as if something was touched.
He cleared his throat, and then said to Quan in a slightly mysterious and gentle tone: “Quan, do you know? There is actually a very beautiful fairy tale about these stars in the sky.”
“A fairy tale?” Upon hearing this, Quan’s eyes suddenly lit up and a look of strong interest appeared on her face. “What story is it? You, tell it to me quickly!” She loved listening to stories the most, especially stories told by You.
You looked at Quan’s big, bright eyes that were full of expectation, smiled slightly, then slowly opened his mouth and began his first “improvisation” in his life (actually a fabricated adaptation based on some fairy tales and myths he had read in his previous life).
“A long, long time ago, the stars in the sky were not hanging alone in the night sky like they are now…” You’s voice was particularly clear and magnetic in the quiet summer night.
The story he made up tells about a group of “star elves” who originally lived in a distant sea of ​​stars. They lost their way home because of their playfulness and eventually turned into stars twinkling in the night sky, forever guarding the people on earth, guiding the lost travelers, and witnessing eternity for the lovers…
Although the plot is a bit simple and old-fashioned, and even a bit untenable, it is particularly moving and poetic under You’s emotional narration and against the backdrop of the bright starry sky.
Quan was completely attracted by You’s story. She stared at You with her big black eyes, her mouth slightly open, completely immersed in the magical fairy tale of the starry sky.
Her thoughts seemed to follow You’s narration and fly to the distant and mysterious sea of ​​​​stars, playing with those lovely “star elves”.
When You’s story came to the end, when the lost “star elves” could no longer return to their hometown, they used their faint light to light up the dark night sky, bringing light and hope to the world, Quan’s eyes were slightly moist.
Chapter 37: “Salted Fish” is handsome, and even the girl in the flower shop can’t resist him (old version)
“You…those star elves…are so pitiful. They can never go home again.” There was a hint of sadness in Quan’s voice.
You reached out his hand, gently touched Quan’s little head, and comforted him softly: “Although they can’t go home, they didn’t disappear. They turned into stars in the sky, and they come out every night to watch us and protect us. Moreover, they have also found new partners, those of us who look up at the stars.”
Quan listened to You’s comfort and nodded as if he understood. The slight sadness in his heart was gradually replaced by an inexplicable warmth.
She raised her head again and looked up at the bright starry sky. She felt that those twinkling stars seemed to have really turned into lovely “star elves” that were blinking and smiling at her.
“You, your stories are so good!” Quan praised sincerely, looking at You with eyes full of admiration and love, “You should tell me more stories in the future, okay?”
Looking at Quan’s satisfied and unsatisfied look, You felt a little proud and accomplished.
“So… I have a talent for storytelling?” He thought to himself, with the corners of his mouth rising slightly.
He smiled and nodded to Quan: “Okay! As long as Quan likes to listen, I will tell you stories often in the future!”
He believed that with the rich “film viewing” and “reading” experience in his previous life, plus a little bit of “artistic processing”, he would be able to make up more wonderful and interesting fairy tales to please this lovely little girl.
Under the starry sky, two little figures snuggled together, sharing their own fairy tales and dreams.
To You and Quan, this night seemed particularly long and also particularly… beautiful.
In the blink of an eye, another month has passed.
The clan school life of Uchiha Yu and Uchiha Izumi is gradually getting on track.
On this day, the clan school organized a small-scale comprehensive test, mainly to examine the freshmen’s mastery of basic knowledge during this period, as well as their progress in physical skills and chakra refinement.
The children in the tribal school seemed a little nervous and concerned about this exam. After all, it was related to their impression in the teacher’s mind and the resources they might get in the future.
However, for Uchiha You who possessed a “secret weapon”, this small test did not bring him too much pressure.
In the knowledge test, You did not use the “killer weapon” of [Memory Bread] like last time to pursue the “stunning” effect. He knew that occasional amazing performances could be considered as natural talents. But if he performed so “evil” every time, it would easily arouse others’ suspicion and excessive attention.
Therefore, he just relied on the understanding ability brought by his adult soul and the knowledge that Quan “forced” him to review together on weekdays to complete the test paper in a proper manner. The final result was neither good nor bad, but above average, which was the level that was neither at the bottom nor too outstanding.
In the physical training test, You also adopted the strategy of “hiding his weaknesses”.
He did not fully display the powerful strength and agility he had acquired through the Whitebeard template and hard training during this period. Instead, he deliberately controlled his performance, only showing that he was slightly stronger than his peers, but not ridiculously strong.
Whether it was the power of his punches, the speed of his kicks, or the coordination and balance of his body, he got it just right, allowing his teacher to see his progress without appearing to stand out too much.
As for the chakra extraction test, he was even more familiar with it, and still showed an “above average” amount of chakra and a “good” purity.
Finally, when all the test items were finished, the elder Uchiha Xuan who was in charge of scoring gave Uchiha You a relatively bland evaluation: “Uchiha You, your foundation in all aspects is quite solid and your performance is acceptable. But you can’t rely on talent, you still need to work hard to achieve something. Keep working hard.”
This evaluation seems to be lukewarm, and even has a hint of criticism.
But You didn’t care about it, instead he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
“Well, being low-key is the way to go. This kind of ‘ordinary’ feeling is exactly what I want.” He thought silently in his heart.
Now he just wants to sign in quietly, silently accumulate strength, and wait until he is really needed to stand up, and then give those so-called “enemies” a big “surprise”.
It is not wise to reveal your cards too early.
In the few days after the clan studies exam, You still maintained his diligent practice habits.
Whether it was honing his physical skills or refining his chakra, he never slacked off. He knew that every effort he made was accumulating more confidence for his future self.
And his efforts were not in vain.
That evening, after he completed a set of high-intensity weighted squats and frog jumps in the secret base, the familiar and pleasant system prompt sound rang in his mind again!
“Ding! It is detected that the host has persisted in physical training beyond the limit for a long time, and the body’s adaptability and toughness to the template have been significantly enhanced!”
“Congratulations to the host! The unlocking progress of [Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template] has reached 6%!”
An expression of irrepressible joy appeared on You’s face!
Although this unlocking did not bring any surprises like “king’s qualifications” like the last time, every improvement in the template means a steady improvement in his strength!
As the system prompt sounded, a warm current that was gentler than before, yet longer and more lasting, slowly flowed out from his heart, nourishing his limbs and every cell like spring rain.
He felt as if his body was being meticulously repaired and strengthened by a mysterious force.
This time, he did not feel any sudden surge in strength or speed, but he was keenly aware that his body seemed to have become more… “resistant”!
That’s right, it’s durable!
He felt that his skin, muscles, and bones had become tougher and more elastic.
Chapter 38: Quan’s “little” jealousy (old version)
It’s as if an invisible layer of “shock-absorbing armor” is covering the surface of the body.
In the past, if he accidentally fell or was hit by a small stone, he would not be injured, but he would always feel obvious pain.
But now, he felt that the pain caused by the same degree of bumps was much less! Moreover, his body’s recovery speed was also much faster than before!
Just as he was carefully experiencing this wonderful change, an opportunity to test this “ability to withstand blows” came to him “accidentally”.
The next day, when he and Quan were playing in the back mountain, Quan slipped and lost his balance, and was about to crash into a protruding rock.
You was quick-witted and quick-handed. He rushed over in one step and used his body to block Quan and the rock before Quan hit it.
“Bang!”
A muffled sound.
Yu’s back hit the hard edge of the rock.
If it were in the past, a collision of this magnitude, even if he wasn’t injured, would definitely make him grimace in pain and take him a long time to recover.
But this time, he only felt a slight dull pain in his back, as if he had been punched lightly or not. After rubbing it, it was no big deal.
“You! Are you okay?!” Quan was startled by the sudden change. He quickly got up from the ground and looked at You with a worried look on his face. His little face was full of self-blame and guilt. “I’m sorry, I’m sorry! It’s all my fault. I caused you to hit the rock!”
You looked at Quan’s pitiful appearance, who was about to cry, and felt warm in his heart. He smiled and waved his hands, saying, “It’s okay, Quan. I have thick skin and flesh. This little collision is nothing.”
As he spoke, he deliberately puffed out his chest to act as if he was saying “I’m strong”.
Quan touched him doubtfully, and only after confirming that he was really not injured did he finally breathe a sigh of relief.
As for You, he secretly rejoiced in his heart: “It seems that the improvement in the ability to withstand blows brought by this 6% template unlocking degree is very significant! Even if I encounter any danger in the future, I can hold on for a while longer! This is simply a life-saving skill!”
He felt that he was one step closer to becoming a qualified “meat shield”.
In the clan school’s physical training class, Elder Uchiha Xuan decided to have the students work in pairs to practice basic physical training in order to test everyone’s learning outcomes and cultivate their combat awareness.
The rules of sparring are very simple, that is, just stop when you have reached the limit, and do not use ninja tools or heavy hands. The main purpose is to make everyone familiar with the offensive and defensive moves of physical skills, and to cultivate the ability to respond on the spot.
When the teacher announced that You and Izumi were going to practice together, an expression of embarrassment and nervousness immediately appeared on Izumi’s little face.
She knew that You was very good at physical training. When she watched You practice at the edge of the training ground, she felt that You’s punches and kicks were accompanied by a frightening gust of wind. She was afraid that she would accidentally hurt You, or… be hurt by You accidentally.
You saw Quan’s concerns, gave her a reassuring smile, and whispered, “Quan, don’t be nervous, we are just making some random gestures, nothing will happen.”
Quan nodded, but the tension in his heart did not ease much.
The sparring begins.
Quan took a deep breath, made a fairly standard fighting starting stance, then mustered up his courage and punched You with a… soft little pink fist.
Her force was very light and her speed was very slow. It was more like she was acting coquettishly than attacking.
You looked at Quan’s cute and cautious look and smiled in his heart.
Of course, he would not really fight with Izumi. His role today was to be a “punching bag” and a “sparring partner”.
Just when Quan’s little pink fist was about to hit his chest, You’s eyes flashed, his feet slightly shifted, and his body lightly moved to the side, easily avoiding Quan’s attack.
Then, instead of counterattacking immediately, he patiently waited for Quan’s next attack.
Quan saw that his punch missed, and his face turned slightly red, but he quickly adjusted himself and threw a second punch at You, and a third punch…
Her attacks were still so weak and disorganized, but she fought very seriously and tried very hard.
As for You, he was like an experienced sparring teacher, always maintaining a state of ease. He sometimes dodged, sometimes blocked, and sometimes used clever force-relieving techniques to resolve Quan’s attacks, and never let Quan’s fists really land on him.
The students who were watching the game around couldn’t help laughing when they saw this scene.
“Haha, look at Uchiha You, he seems to be teasing a kitten!”
“Isn’t Quan’s strength too weak? It probably won’t hurt even if he hits you.”
Hearing the discussions of the classmates around her, Quan’s face turned even redder, and the little self-confidence in her heart was also hit hard. She felt like a clown, showing off in front of You, but couldn’t even touch the corner of You’s clothes.
Yuya noticed that Quan was in a low mood. He knew that if this continued, it would definitely dampen Quan’s enthusiasm.
So, he had an idea and decided to put on a “wonderful” performance.
Just as Quan mustered up the courage again and threw a straight punch at his shoulder, a cunning gleam flashed in You’s eyes.
He did not dodge like before, but deliberately slowed down for a half beat, pretending that he could not dodge in time, and allowed Quan’s soft little fist to hit his left shoulder lightly with a “bang”.
Then, an extremely exaggerated “painful” expression appeared on You’s face!
He cried out “Ouch” and his body seemed to be hit by a huge force. He staggered back two or three steps, then covered his left shoulder with his hands, frowned, grimaced, and looked like he was about to cry in pain.
His acting skills are at the level of an award-winning actor!
When Quan saw this scene, he was shocked!
She never expected that her soft punch would actually “beat” You like this!
Her little face turned pale in an instant, and her big eyes were filled with panic and self-blame.
“You! You! Are…are you okay?!” Quan rushed to You and looked at you nervously, his voice filled with tears, “I’m sorry! I’m sorry! I…I didn’t mean to do it! I really didn’t mean to do it! I didn’t expect to hit you so hard!
Chapter 39 Yuu’s Comfort and Promise (Old Version)
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Her little hands, somewhat at a loss, were touching all over You’s body, trying to see where You was hurt.
You looked at Quan’s cute look who was about to cry, and laughed secretly in his heart, but on the surface, he still had that “painful” expression.
He rubbed his left shoulder, which actually didn’t hurt at all, and said to Quan with a forced smile, “No…it’s okay, Quan. Ahem…it’s just…I just feel a little numb in my shoulder. Hiss…Quan, when did your strength…become so great? It’s…really amazing!”
As he spoke, he pretended to gasp for air, perfectly portraying the expression of “pain”.
After the sparring ended, Quan was still immersed in deep guilt and self-blame.
She felt that she was really stupid for accidentally “injuring” You. Although You kept saying that it was okay, she felt very sad when she saw You’s “painful” expression.
She lowered her head and followed behind You, like a young wife who had done something wrong, not daring to make a sound.
You looked at Quan’s pitiful appearance and knew that his “performance” had almost reached its peak. If he continued, Quan would probably really cry.
So, he stopped, turned around, and smiled brightly. Then, he looked at Quan with admiration and said in an exaggerated tone, “Quan! That punch you threw just now was really powerful! It was just like… a little tiger! It was so powerful! I felt like my bones were about to be broken apart by you!”
As he spoke, he moved his shoulders exaggeratedly, making an expression of “still feeling frightened”.
Upon hearing this, Quan was slightly stunned, and an expression of disbelief appeared on her little face: “Really…really? You, was I…was I really that powerful just now?” She asked uncertainly.
You nodded vigorously and said in a positive tone: “Of course it’s true! I never lie! Quan, you will definitely become a very, very powerful female ninja in the future! Maybe even more powerful than those older brothers in our clan!”
Hearing You’s heartfelt (but actually unconscionable) compliment, Quan’s little face suddenly turned red like a ripe apple.
She lowered her head somewhat embarrassedly, her small hands nervously tugging at the corner of her clothes, but the corners of her mouth unconsciously rose slightly, revealing a hint of slight pride and smugness.
It feels so wonderful to be praised like this by your most admired friend!
The guilt and self-blame in her heart instantly disappeared, and was replaced by full confidence and motivation!
“Well! You, I will definitely work harder in my training in the future! I will strive to become a powerful female ninja as you said as soon as possible!” Quan raised his head and looked at You, with an unwavering light flashing in his big eyes.
You felt very happy when he saw Quan’s cute appearance after cheering up again.
“Well, occasionally letting Quan ‘beat’ me once in a while can not only increase her self-confidence, but also make her more ‘devoted’ to me. It really kills two birds with one stone!” You thought to himself with pride, and gave a thumbs up to his own “cleverness”.
He believed that with his “meticulous care” and “skillful guidance”, Quan would be able to grow up healthily and happily, and go further and further on the path of becoming a ninja.
And he will always be by her side, silently protecting her forever.
Uchiha Yu’s father, Uchiha Yong, is a squad leader of the Konoha Police Force. The work of the police force is always busy and trivial. Uchiha Yong often leaves early and returns late, sometimes even not returning home for several days.
Whenever Uchiha Yong was on duty in the police force and could not go home for meals, the attentive and virtuous Uchiha Kotone would carefully prepare a delicious bento, and then take You to the police force to deliver meals to her husband.
This was also a rare opportunity for the young Yu to get close to one of the power institutions in Konoha Village – the Uchiha Police Force.
At noon that day, Qin Yin prepared a sumptuous lunch box as usual, carefully wrapped it in a navy blue cloth with the Uchiha family emblem printed on it, and then took You’s little hand and walked towards the headquarters of the police force located on the edge of the Uchiha clan’s territory.
The headquarters of the Uchiha Police Force is a rather majestic-looking building. At the door, two Uchiha ninjas wearing police uniforms and carrying ninja swords on their waists stand guard with serious expressions. On the walls of the building, there are huge emblems of Konoha Village and the Uchiha clan’s round fan emblem, highlighting their special identity and status.
This is the symbol of the Uchiha clan’s power and an important hub for maintaining security and order in Konoha Village.
Every time You came here, he could feel an inexplicable atmosphere of depression and tension. The air seemed to be filled with a faint smell of rust and… a barely perceptible smell of blood.
He knew that the work of the police force was not as simple as patrolling and standing guard, they also had to face various dangers and conflicts.
Just as You and Kotone walked to the gate of the police force and were about to explain their purpose to the ninja on guard, the idea of ​​signing in suddenly popped up in You’s mind.
“System, sign in at the [Uchiha Police Force Gate]!”
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at the special location [the gate of the Uchiha Police Force]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the first special location sign-in reward – Passive skill [Increased vigilance (primary)]!”
Passive skill? Increased vigilance?
Hearing this, You’s eyes lit up slightly.
[Increased Vigilance (Primary)]: Passive skill. Comprehensively improves the host’s ability to perceive and predict potential dangers in the surrounding environment, and enhances the host’s sixth sense. When faced with emergencies, it can react faster. Currently at the primary level, the improvement effect is limited.
“This skill… seems to be very practical!” You felt delighted.
In this dangerous world of Naruto, having a keen sense of vigilance and a strong sixth sense will undoubtedly enable him to better avoid danger and protect himself and those around him.
Although it was only elementary, the improvement effect was limited, but it was better than nothing. Moreover, since it was “elementary”, it meant that there was still room for improvement in this skill!
While he was thinking about this newly acquired passive skill, Qin Yin had already explained her purpose to the ninja on guard.
Chapter 40: Uchiha Fugaku’s Attention (Old Version)
The two ninjas obviously knew Kotone. One of them nodded and went in to report.
After a while, Uchiha Yong came out. When he saw his wife and son, a rare gentle smile appeared on his usually serious face.
“Kotone, You, you are here.” Uchiha Yong took the lunch box from Kotone’s hand, then stretched out his broad palm and rubbed You’s little head.
“Thank you for your hard work, Dad.” You said obediently.
The family of three chatted briefly at the door, and Uchiha Yong had to say goodbye in a hurry because of his busy work.
On the way back, You began to carefully experience the changes brought about by the passive skill [Increased Vigilance].
He found that his perception of his surroundings seemed to have become sharper than before.
For example, when they passed by a construction site, he could subconsciously feel that there seemed to be a loose corner of a billboard above his head, which might fall down at any time. He hurriedly played the piano and walked a few steps quickly to avoid the dangerous area. Sure enough, not long after they walked past, the corner of the billboard “snapped” and fell down, hitting the place where they had just stood.
Qin Yin was startled, patted her chest in fear, then looked at You in confusion and asked, “You, how did you know that something would fall there?”
You scratched his head and made up an excuse: “I…I seemed to hear a strange sound up there just now.”
Another time, when they passed by an alley, You suddenly felt that there seemed to be several malicious eyes hidden in the alley. He subconsciously grabbed Qinyin’s hand and took a detour to avoid the alley.
Although he didn’t know what was in that alley, he trusted his instincts. In this world, it’s always better to be careful.
“This skill of [Increase Vigilance] is simply a walking danger warning device! It’s so practical!” You’s heart was filled with surprise.
He felt like he had an invisible “amulet” that allowed him to foresee and avoid potential dangers and troubles in advance.
This gave him a little more sense of security about his future life.
One afternoon a few days later, You and Izumi were playing in a relatively remote alley in the Uchiha clan’s territory as usual.
This alley is a “secret place” they recently discovered. It is relatively quiet here, and few people usually pass by, which is very suitable for the two children to whisper to each other or carry out some “secret activities” (such as practicing shuriken throwing).
The two were enthusiastically playing the game of building a small house with stones. You suddenly frowned slightly, and suddenly pulled Quan, who was about to put stones on a big rock, and signaled her to stop.
“Shh! Quan, don’t move!” You lowered his voice and listened attentively.
Quan was a little confused by You’s sudden action, but she still obediently stopped what she was doing, opened her big black eyes, and looked at You curiously.
Yuu closed his eyes and concentrated.
With the keen perception brought by [Increased Vigilance] and the preliminary perception of vibrations given to him by [White Beard Template], he clearly realized that a group of people were patrolling towards the alley where they were at a very fast speed!
Moreover, judging from the frequency and strength of their footsteps, as well as the faint sense of tension in the air, the members of this patrol team did not seem to be simple! Their actions were full of solemnity and vigilance!
“Oh no! They’re from the police force!” You’s heart suddenly shuddered.
He didn’t know why this police force suddenly appeared in this remote alley with such a tense atmosphere, but he instinctively felt that it would be best not to meet them.
“Quan, come with me!” You made a quick decision, took Quan’s little hand, and quickly ran towards a corner deep in the alley where miscellaneous items were piled up.
That corner was relatively secluded, just enough to accommodate their two small figures.
The two had just hidden themselves and held their breath when they heard a burst of hurried and orderly footsteps approaching from afar and quickly coming to the place where they had just been playing.
Then, several ninjas wearing Uchiha police uniforms and with stern expressions appeared at the entrance of the alley. They scanned every corner of the alley with sharp eyes, holding their ninja swords tightly, as if searching for some important target.
The leading ninja looked like a small captain. His brows were furrowed and there was a serious expression on his face.
“Search carefully! Don’t miss any suspicious corners!” the team leader ordered in a deep voice.
“Yes!” Several team members behind him responded in unison, then dispersed and began a carpet search of the alley.
You and Quan, who were hiding in the corner, were so nervous that they dared not even breathe.
Quan was so frightened that his face turned pale. He snuggled tightly in You’s arms, his little hands tightly grasping the corner of You’s clothes, his body still trembling slightly.
You gently patted Quan’s back, signaling her not to be afraid. He also held his breath, trying to reduce his own breath to the lowest level, while secretly observing the movements of the police force members.
Fortunately, the members of the police force did not seem to notice them hiding in the corner. They searched the alley carefully, and after finding nothing unusual, they hurriedly left and continued patrolling in other directions.
You finally breathed a sigh of relief until the footsteps of those people completely disappeared in the distance.
“Phew…that was a close call…” He wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, feeling a little scared.
If they had not hidden in time and were discovered by the police, who knows what would have happened.
“You…are they…are they gone?” Quan asked in a low voice, still somewhat frightened.
“Yeah, let’s go. It’s okay.” You comforted.
He supported Quan and walked out from the corner.
Recalling the thrilling scene just now, You felt something was wrong in his heart.
When did the Uchiha clan become so tense? The patrols of the police force were more frequent and stricter than before. Moreover, the expressions on the faces of the police force members just now also seemed particularly solemn and vigilant.
Chapter 41 “Yuu, you have great potential.” (Old version)
“Could it be…something happened in the tribe?” An ominous thought quietly emerged in his heart.
He recalled the memories of his previous life, about the increasingly tense relationship between the Uchiha clan and the Konoha high-level officials, and the fuse that eventually led to the genocide…
“No…it can’t be that fast?” A strong sense of uneasiness surged in You’s heart.
He shook his head, trying to put those bad thoughts behind him. He told himself that it was too early to think about these things now. What he could do now was to work hard to improve his strength and strive to have the ability to protect himself and those around him in the possible turmoil in the future.
However, starting from today, he decided to pay more attention to the changes in the atmosphere within the tribe and the movements of the police force.
A faint undercurrent seemed to be quietly surging beneath the calm surface of the Uchiha clan’s territory.
Although You was keenly aware of the subtle changes in the atmosphere within the clan, in front of his parents, he still played the role of a “good boy” who was sensible, obedient, and occasionally clever.
He knew that in this world, his parents were the people closest to him and the ones he needed to protect the most. He didn’t want them to worry about him, nor did he want them to know the “secrets” about him that were not in line with his age.
So, when he is at home, he always behaves in a very proper manner, even a little “ordinary”.
He never causes trouble and is not as naughty and mischievous as other children of his age.
His academic performance in the clan school has always been above average, neither disappointing his parents nor appearing too “evil” to attract attention.
He would also take the initiative to help his mother Qinyin with some housework within his ability. For example, when Qinyin was cleaning, he would quietly take out the [Automatic Cleaning Rag] he had signed in before and wipe the tables, chairs and benches at home spotlessly.
This [Automatic Cleaning Rag] was a “surprise” reward he received when he signed in at a corner while cleaning his yard. It has the magical function of automatically absorbing dust and stains and can clean itself. It is a must-have product for home and travel.
Of course, You was very careful when using this rag, and never used it in front of his parents to avoid exposing his secret. He would only use it secretly to “lighten” his mother’s housework burden when his parents were not paying attention.
Uchiha Yong and Kotone were very pleased and satisfied with You’s “sensible” behavior.
In their eyes, You is a smart, well-behaved and filial son who doesn’t require them to worry too much.
Qinyin often hugs You, touches his little head gently, and says with a smile: “You is becoming more and more sensible. Mom is so proud of you.”
Although Uchiha Yong is not good at speaking, his eyes when he looks at You are always full of love and pride. He feels that his son will definitely become an outstanding Uchiha ninja in the future.
You silently kept his parents’ love and expectations in his heart.
“Only by maintaining this ‘good kid’ persona can I better enjoy this hard-earned peaceful life.” You thought secretly in his heart, “Only in this way can I have more time and energy to secretly become stronger and be fully prepared for possible crises in the future.”
He knew that the responsibility he shouldered was much heavier than it appeared.
But in order to protect this warm family and the lovely people around him, he is willing to pay any price.
The ethnic studies course is proceeding step by step.
In addition to basic cultural knowledge and chakra theory, shuriken throwing skills have also become an important skill that freshmen must master.
Shuriken, as one of the most commonly used and most basic long-range attack weapons of ninjas, is of great importance. An excellent ninja must be able to master the throwing skills of shuriken and hit the target wherever he points.
In the shuriken throwing class, the teacher in charge first explained to the students in detail the structure of shuriken, how to hold it, as well as the correct throwing posture and force techniques.
Then, the students were asked to line up and take turns to practice throwing at a fixed target set up in the distance.
When it was Uchiha Izumi’s turn, the little girl seemed a little nervous.
She picked up a shuriken, and tried her best to get into position as her teacher had taught her. Then she took a deep breath, gave a delicate cry, and threw the shuriken in her hand out with force!
Quan’s strength was originally relatively small, and her aim was extremely poor. The shuriken she threw not only failed to hit the bull’s eye, but didn’t even touch the target. It simply “whooshed” past the target, and then “puffed” deeply into the mud in the distance.
“Ouch!” Quan stomped his feet in annoyance, a frustrated expression on his little face.
In the next few throws, her performance was still… terrible.
The shurikens she threw out either fell to the ground due to lack of strength, or went off course and flew into the sky. There was even one time when it almost hit a classmate who was watching nearby.
There is no doubt that Uchiha Izumi has gloriously become the “King of Missing the Target” in this shuriken throwing practice.
The classmates around her couldn’t help but snicker when they saw her miserable appearance.
Quan’s face flushed red, and she wished she could find a hole to crawl into. She felt that she was too stupid to even learn such a simple shuriken throwing.
Just when she was feeling helpless and frustrated, a warm little hand gently patted her shoulder.
She looked back and saw it was Uchiha Yuu.
“Izumi, don’t lose heart. Shuriken throwing requires skill and practice. It’s normal to be inaccurate at first.” You smiled and comforted him.
In fact, You’s shuriken throwing skills have already reached a very high level.
When he signed in before, he not only obtained several copies of [Shuriken Throwing Techniques (Entry/Advanced)], but also the powerful strength and precise control brought by the Whitebeard template also gave him a unique talent in throwing ninja tools.
If he wanted to, he could now easily hit the target every time, and even perform various tricks.
Chapter 42 You: “Chief, I just want to farm.” (Old version)
But he didn’t do that.
When it was his turn to practice throwing, he still deliberately controlled his performance, showing only an above-average level. Although the shuriken he threw could hit the target, most of them just grazed the edge or stuck on the edge of the target, rarely hitting the center of the target.
Such performance is neither too bad nor too eye-catching, which perfectly fits his strategy of “low-key development”.
Now, seeing Izumi getting frustrated because she can’t throw the shuriken accurately, Yuu decides to “step in” and help her out.
He walked to Quan’s side and said to her patiently, “Quan, your posture just now was a little wrong. The fingers holding the sword were too stiff, and your wrist did not swing out when you exerted force. Come, I will teach you.”
As he spoke, he personally helped Quan adjust her throwing posture and corrected her wrong movements.
He also told Quan about the shuriken throwing techniques he had learned from the system in a simple and easy-to-understand way.
For example, how to use the power of the waist to drive the body to rotate, thereby increasing the force of the throw. For example, how to use the cleverness of the wrist to control the flight trajectory of the shuriken at the moment of throwing. For example, how to adjust the angle and force of the throw according to the distance of the target, etc.
Quan listened to You’s clear and logical explanation and looked at his standard and smooth demonstration movements, with little stars of admiration twinkling in his eyes again.
She felt that You really knew a lot! He was like a little teacher who knew everything!
Under Yu’s patient guidance, Quan regained his courage, picked up the shuriken again, and began to practice throwing.
Although her progress was still very slow, and the shurikens she threw would still miss the target nine times out of ten, it was much better than before when she was completely confused. At least, the shurikens she threw now could occasionally touch the edge of the target!
“Well! Quan, you’ve made progress! Keep working hard! I believe you can do it!” You kept cheering her on.
Quan looked at You’s graceful figure who hit the target easily (although it was a version with hidden strength), and then looked at his own terrible result. The slight disappointment in his heart had long been replaced by infinite admiration for You.
She felt that it was a very happy thing to have a great friend like You by her side to guide her.
After the shuriken class ended, You and Quan did not go home immediately, but came to an abandoned small training ground on the edge of the clan territory where few people usually came.
This small training ground was a “secret training base” they had recently discovered. Although it was a bit shabby, it was quiet and secluded, making it a great place for them to conduct some secret training that they “didn’t want anyone to know about.”
“You, did you deliberately not use your full strength in class just now?” Quan asked You curiously, tilting his little head while picking up the practice shurikens scattered on the ground.
She always felt that with You’s ability, he shouldn’t be just above average.
Hearing this, You was slightly surprised. He didn’t expect Quan to be so perceptive. He scratched his head and smiled a little embarrassedly, which was considered as tacit agreement.
“I knew it!” Quan raised her chin proudly, then pulled You’s arm and said coquettishly, “You, can you let me see now how powerful your real shuriken throwing is? Just let me take a look, okay?” Her voice was soft and sticky, with a hint of pleading, which made it hard to refuse.
You looked at Quan’s big, sparkling eyes that were full of anticipation and curiosity, and his heart softened. He nodded and said, “Okay, then I’ll show you a little bit of my true strength. But you have to keep it a secret for me and don’t tell anyone else.”
“Yeah! I promise! Let’s make a pinky promise and never change it for a hundred years!” Quan quickly stretched out his little finger and made a pinky promise with You.
After getting Quan’s assurance, You took a deep breath and picked up a few wooden shurikens for practice from the ground.
He did not throw immediately, but closed his eyes first and adjusted his breathing and state.
When he opened his eyes again, there was a flash of concentration and sharpness in his eyes that was inconsistent with his age!
He just shook his wrist lightly, and a wooden shuriken flew out like black lightning with a sharp sound of breaking through the air!
“Duh!”
A slight sound!
The shuriken, with incredible precision, hit the exact center of a fixed target in the distance – the bull’s eye!
Then, without any pause, You flipped his wrist again and several shurikens flew out in succession!
“Duh! Duh! Duh!”
Each shuriken seemed to have eyes, accurately hitting different parts of the bull’s eye! Some were nailed to the upper left corner of the bull’s eye, some were nailed to the lower right corner of the bull’s eye, and some even went straight through the tail of the previous shuriken, splitting it in half!
This is not over yet!
You picked up a few more pebbles from the ground and said to Quan, “Quan, throw these pebbles into the sky and I’ll hit them!”
Although Quan was a little confused, she still did as she was told. She threw the pebbles in her hand into the air one by one.
Just as the stone flew into the air, the shuriken in You’s hand followed closely like a maggot on the tarsal bone!
“Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!”
The sounds of breaking through the air rang out one after another!
I saw that the small stones flying in the air were hit accurately one by one by the shurikens thrown by You, and then changed direction and fell to the ground!
This is simply…hit wherever you point, and never miss your target!
When You threw the last shuriken and successfully knocked down the last pebble, Quan, who was standing aside, was already stunned, with his mouth opened so wide that an egg could almost fit in!
“Wow! You! You…you…you are simply a sharpshooter!” Quan came back to his senses and exclaimed in shock and admiration, his big eyes full of sparkling little stars!
She could never have imagined that You’s shuriken throwing skills had reached such a superb level! This was much better than those senior students in the clan school!
Facing Quan’s endless admiring gaze like a torrent of river water, You felt a little proud in his heart, but he still tried to remain humble on the surface.
He scratched his head and said with a smile: “Hehe, it’s nothing serious, just practice more.
Chapter 43: Shisui’s “kind” reminder (old version)
Quan, as long as you work hard, you will definitely be as good as me in the future!”
He cleverly attributed his “talent” to “hard practice” to motivate Quan.
Hearing this, Quan nodded vigorously, her eyes full of determination and yearning. She believed that as long as she worked as hard as You, one day, she could also become an excellent shuriken master!
In the next few days, You discovered a little secret about the system sign-in.
He found that the rewards for signing in at the same place were not fixed. Although most of the time, they were some common daily necessities or a small amount of experience points, occasionally, there would be some small surprises.
Moreover, the same check-in location seems to have a “cooling time”. If you check in at the same place continuously, the chance of getting good things will be greatly reduced.
So, he turned his gaze to a lonely training target in the small training ground that he used as a “secret training base”.
He decided to sign in at the same target for several days in a row to see what changes would occur.
On the first day, he signed in at the target and received 1 [Shuriken Throwing Experience Pack (Small)]. After using it, his proficiency in shuriken throwing skills improved slightly.
The next day, he signed in at the same target again, still with 1 [Shuriken Throwing Experience Pack (Small)].
On the third day, still [Shuriken Throwing Experience Pack (Small)] x1.
“It seems that this target is mainly related to shuriken throwing.” You touched his chin and thought to himself.
Although the rewards were the same for three consecutive days, which was a bit monotonous, it was better than nothing. These experience packs could directly improve his understanding and mastery of shuriken skills, saving him a lot of practice time.
Just when he thought that this target might only give him experience packs by signing in, the sign-in on the fourth day gave him a big surprise!
“Ding! The host has signed in continuously in front of the [Training Ground Target], triggering a special reward mechanism!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the special sign-in reward – [Special Material Shuriken] x3 pieces!”
[Special Material Shuriken]: Shuriken carefully crafted from rare metals are sharper, harder, and more balanced than ordinary shurikens, and can improve the accuracy and penetration of throwing.
“Shuriken made of special materials?!” You’s eyes suddenly lit up!
He quickly took out the three special shurikens that were flashing with cold blue light from his virtual backpack.
It felt slightly heavy in the hand, and the texture was cold. The edge of the shuriken flashed with a frightening sharpness, as if it could easily cut through steel!
He knew that in a ninja’s battle, having a set of sophisticated ninja tools could often achieve twice the result with half the effort. These three shurikens made of special materials would undoubtedly take his shuriken throwing power to a higher level!
“These experience packs can be used directly to improve my shuriken proficiency. And these three special shurikens can be saved for later use at critical moments as my secret weapon!” You secretly made a plan in his mind.
With the help of the system’s sign-in rewards and his own persistent and hard practice, Uchiha You’s shuriken throwing skills are improving rapidly at a rapid pace.
He felt that he was getting closer and closer to becoming a real “sharpshooter”.
Of course, he still chose to hide all these progress from the outside world.
In the clan school, he was still an ordinary student with “above average” shuriken throwing skills.
Only when no one was around would he quietly take out those shurikens made of special materials and practice precise throwing, enjoying the pleasure of being in control of everything and never missing a target.
He knew that a truly strong person always knew how to hide his edge and give the enemy a fatal blow at the most critical moment!
And he is moving towards this goal step by step, unswervingly.
With the help of Uchiha You’s “careful guidance” and “secret weapon”, Uchiha Izumi’s interest in shuriken throwing has become more and more intense.
Although her talent is indeed not high and her strength and accuracy need to be improved, she has an unyielding tenacity and a spirit of perseverance and hard work.
After the daily taijutsu class, she would drag You along to the small abandoned training ground for extra training.
You is naturally happy to accompany him. He is not only Quan’s “sparring partner”, but also her “exclusive little mentor”.
He knew that if he directly instilled the professional terms and theoretical knowledge in the [Shuriken Throwing Techniques] given by the system into Quan, the little girl would definitely be confused and not understand what he was saying.
So, he explained those complicated techniques to her using the simplest and most straightforward language and vivid metaphors that Quan could understand.
For example, when explaining how to control the flying posture of shuriken, he would say: “Izumi, when you throw shuriken, don’t throw it hard like a stone. You should imagine it as a bird, use your wrist, and gently send it out, so that it can fly smoothly in the air.”
When explaining how to aim, he would say: “Izumi, your eyes should be like an eagle, staring closely at the place you want to hit, and you should also think in your heart that you must hit it! In this way, your shuriken will obey you and fly to where you want it to go.”
He also taught Quan some tips on power generation and body coordination that he had learned from the system without reservation. Of course, in order not to expose the existence of the system, he described these tips as “unique secrets” that he had “summarized” after “hard study and deep thinking”.
For example, he would tell Quan that before throwing a shuriken, he could take a deep breath and relax his body, so that it would be easier to find the feeling of exerting force.
He would also tell Quan that when throwing shuriken, one must not only use the strength of the arms, but also learn to use the strength of the waist and legs, and concentrate the strength of the whole body on one point, so that the throw can be farther and more accurate.
You only told Quan these “secrets”. He also specifically told Quan that this was a little secret between the two of them and could not be told to anyone else.
Chapter 44 “Beware of Danzo.” (Old version)
Quan listened to You’s clear explanation and looked at his confident expression. Her admiration for You was like a torrent of water. She felt that You was simply a little genius who knew everything and could do everything!
She kept every word You said in her mind, and tried hard to imitate and experience it when practicing.
Under Yu’s patient, meticulous and individualized “professional guidance”, although Quan’s shuriken throwing skills are still not outstanding, they have indeed made visible progress.
At least, the shuriken she threw out now no longer stuck in the ground or flew into the sky like before. She was able to control the direction of the shuriken’s flight. Although it often missed the target, she could occasionally get lucky enough to hit the edge of the target or even… hit the center of the target (although this was very rare and mostly by chance)!
Every time Izumi successfully threw a shuriken into the target (even if it was just barely), she would jump up excitedly, hug Yu’s arm, cheer, and her face was filled with a bright and proud smile.
“You! You! I hit it! I hit it! Did you see it? I really hit it!” Her voice was clear and pleasant, full of innocence and joy.
Looking at Quan’s cute appearance who was as happy as a little fool, You also felt sincerely happy and satisfied in his heart.
He discovered that helping Quan make progress and seeing a happy smile on his face made him feel even more… fulfilled than if he himself had become stronger.
Perhaps, this is what is meant by “When you give someone a rose, the fragrance lingers on your hands.”
In order to thank You for your patient guidance and selfless help, Quan would often share half of his treasured snacks, such as candies, biscuits, or some exquisite snacks that he secretly “scavenged” from home with You.
Although You was not very fond of these snacks, looking at Quan’s big, bright eyes that were full of anticipation and joy of sharing, he could not bear to refuse and could only “reluctantly” accept Quan’s “sweet thank you gift”.
In this way, under You’s “careful teaching” and Izumi’s “hard work”, the two little guys’ shuriken throwing skills are steadily improving in their own ways.
Their friendship has become deeper and stronger in the process of learning and progressing together.
As time passed, You never stopped practicing.
Whether it was the unremitting practice of physical skills, the persistent refinement of chakra, or the continuous exploration and experimentation of the various abilities of the Whitebeard template, he devoted 100% of his enthusiasm and effort.
His efforts were naturally rewarded handsomely.
That evening, when he completed a set of high-intensity combination boxing exercises in the secret base and felt that the strength in his body seemed to have improved a little bit, the familiar and pleasant system prompt sound rang in his mind again!
“Ding! It is detected that the host has reached a new level in the control and use of his own power, as well as the understanding and perception of template energy through long-term and unremitting hard training!”
“Congratulations to the host! The unlocking progress of [Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template] has reached 7%!”
Unlocked again… again?!
An expression of uncontrollable ecstasy appeared on You’s face!
He felt that his recent template unlocking speed seemed to be much faster than before. Was it because he practiced harder? Or was it because… his understanding and application of template power became more handy?
No matter what the reason was, every time a template was unlocked, it meant a leap forward in his strength! This was undoubtedly great news for him!
As the system prompt sounded, a warm current that was more turbulent, violent and domineering than any previous time suddenly erupted from his heart like an awakening dragon, instantly sweeping through his limbs, every cell, every inch of bones, and even… every corner of his soul!
He felt as if his body was being reshaped and transformed drastically by an unimaginable and terrifying force!
His bones made crackling sounds and became harder than steel!
His muscles were shaking and expanding violently, filled with explosive power that could tear the earth apart!
His blood roared and surged in his veins like magma, filled with violent energy that could destroy the world!
This feeling, compared to any previous experience of unlocking a template, is even more… shocking! Even more… overbearing!
When the violent warm current slowly subsided and completely merged into his body, You clearly felt that his strength, physique, speed, endurance… everything, had been comprehensively and dramatically improved again!
He felt that if he threw a punch now, even if it couldn’t really shake the atmosphere, it could probably easily break a huge rock!
However, the biggest change brought about by the template unlocking this time is not just the usual enhancement of physical fitness.
You keenly realized that his understanding and perception of the power of “vibration” seemed to have reached a new level!
He felt as if he could “hear” more clearly the most fundamental “pulse” of this world – the “vibrating force” that was omnipresent yet elusive!
He even had a strange illusion, as if as long as he wanted, he could achieve a preliminary…resonance and fusion between the chakra in his body and the terrifying vibration force contained in the Whitebeard template!
“Could it be… this is the further awakening of the ability of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit?” You’s heart was filled with excitement and anticipation.
He took a deep breath and tried to calm his agitated mood. Then, he slowly raised his right fist and tried to merge and guide the chakra in his body with the faint vibration force in the template.
He could clearly feel a weak but real vibration force beginning to gather and compress in his fist.
“That’s the feeling!” You’s eyes suddenly focused!
The next moment, he took a step forward, clenched his right fist, and used all his strength to punch hard at the empty air in front of him!
“drink!”
He didn’t make any sound, nor did he use any fancy moves.
Chapter 45 You: “Thank you, I will pay attention to watering.” (Old version)
It’s just the simplest and purest straight punch!
However, the moment he swung his fist, something strange happened!
Although he did not produce a terrifying “air-shaking” effect that was strong enough to shatter the atmosphere like the real Whitebeard, You clearly saw that in the air in front of his fist, there seemed to be an extremely faint, almost imperceptible… distortion and vibration!
Immediately afterwards, the leaves of some grass growing on the ground not far from his fist suddenly shook violently without wind, as if they were swept by an invisible shock wave!
“Success…success!” You looked at the incredible scene in front of him, his eyes suddenly widened, and an expression of incredible ecstasy appeared on his face!
Although the power of this “air shock” is still very weak, and it can’t even shake off a leaf, its appearance represents a milestone!
This means that he has already mastered the method of combining his own chakra with the vibration power in the Whitebeard template! This means that he has successfully simulated the most basic way to use the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit!
“Although the power is still very small, it can even be said to be insignificant. But, this is indeed… the prototype of the ability of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit!” You was so excited that his whole body was shaking slightly.
He believed that as long as he continued to practice and comprehend, and constantly improved the unlocking degree of the template, one day, he would be able to throw a punch like the real Whitebeard, shaking the earth!
After initially mastering the prototype of “Air Shock”, You was not satisfied with it.
He began to try again to direct this weak vibration force into the ground.
He squatted down, pressed his right palm tightly against the solid ground, then closed his eyes, concentrated his mind, and slowly transmitted the vibration force in his body that was fused with chakra from the palm of his hand.
He could clearly feel a faint vibration wave, like ripples on the water, spreading in all directions with his palm as the center.
Moreover, he was pleasantly surprised to find that with the template unlocked to 7%, his perception range of vibration and the clarity of feedback information had also improved significantly compared to before!
He could feel that the weak shock wave had spread underground several times wider than before! Moreover, the information fed back from underground about the terrain and obstacles (such as deeply buried rocks or thick tree roots) had become clearer and more specific!
“This ability…can not only be used to explore the terrain and sense changes in the surrounding environment, but perhaps…it can also be used to cause some minor damage?” A somewhat “dangerous” thought involuntarily popped up in You’s mind.
For example, create a small “earthquake” under the enemy’s feet to disrupt their actions? Or directly crack the ground and make the enemy fall into a pit?
However, he quickly suppressed this thought.
He knew that the vibration power he could control was still very weak and not enough to cause any substantial damage. Moreover, this ability was too shocking and would definitely cause an uproar once it was exposed.
“It seems that the ability of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit must be used with caution and cannot be easily exposed to others. At least, not before having enough self-protection ability!” You secretly warned himself in his heart.
He decided to treat this ability as one of his secret weapons and never use it unless it was absolutely necessary.
Time passed quietly during You’s hard practice and the warm daily life with Quan.
In the blink of an eye, the Uchiha clan’s annual grand festival day arrived as scheduled amid the clan members’ eager anticipation.
The festival day is a traditional festival held by the Uchiha clan to worship their ancestors and pray for the peace and prosperity of the family. On this day, the entire Uchiha clan land will become decorated with lights and be very lively, full of a festive and peaceful atmosphere.
For the two little kids, You and Izumi, the festival day is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated days of the year.
Because on this day, they can not only wear beautiful new clothes and eat a variety of delicious snacks, but also play many interesting games that they can’t play on other days and see many wonderful performances.
You and Izumi had already made an appointment in advance to have a good time together on the festival day!
Early in the morning on the day of the festival, the entire Uchiha clan was immersed in a sea of ​​joy.
The streets were lined with colorful lanterns and ribbons, and festive couplets and door paintings were posted on the doors of every household. The air was filled with the aroma of various foods and the laughter of people.
You and Izumi both changed into brand new kimonos, their little faces filled with smiles of excitement and anticipation.
After getting their parents’ permission, the two little ones held hands and ran happily towards the main venue of the festival like two birds just out of a cage.
The main venue of the festival was set up in an open square in the center of the Uchiha clan territory. At this moment, the square was already crowded with people, shoulder to shoulder, and very lively.
Various snack stalls were lined up along the edge of the square, selling fragrant grilled squid, sweet cotton candy, hot takoyaki, glutinous rice balls of various flavors and exquisite snacks… The dazzling array of food and the fragrant aroma made You and Quan’s mouth water.
In addition to the food stalls, there are also many interesting game stalls, such as scooping goldfish, throwing rings, shooting balloons, etc., which attracted many children and young people to stop and participate.
In the center of the square, a temporary stage was built, on which artists in traditional costumes were performing wonderful singing, dancing and acrobatic performances, which drew warm applause and cheers from the onlookers.
The entire festival is filled with the smell of fireworks and the festive atmosphere.
You and Quan shuttled through the bustling crowd, full of curiosity and novelty about everything around them.
Of course, for You, in addition to enjoying the fun of the festival, he has a more important “small goal”.
“The festival is so lively, there are so many people, and there are so many stalls, there must be a lot of places to sign in!” You secretly calculated in his mind, “Maybe… I can sign in some unexpected good things!”
Chapter 46: Sign in at the Valley of the End and receive [Asura Chakra] (Old Version)
He can’t wait to start his “festival check-in journey”!
The two were first attracted by a snack stand selling candied apples.
On the stall, there were strings of red apples skewered on bamboo sticks, covered with a layer of crystal clear, sparkling red sugar coating. They looked very tempting and exuded sweet fruity and caramel aroma.
“You! Look! It’s apple candies! They look so delicious!” Quan said with shining eyes, pointing at those beautiful apple candies.
You looked at Quan’s greedy look, smiled slightly, and then something moved in his heart.
“System, sign in at this [Festival Snack Stand (Candy Apple Stand)]!”
“Ding! The host has successfully signed in at the [Festival Snack Stand (Candy Apple Stand)]!”
“Congratulations to the host for receiving the daily sign-in reward – [Perfect recipe for making apple candy] x1!”
[Secret recipe for perfect candy apples]: Records the detailed steps and exclusive secrets for making perfect candy apples that are crispy, moderately sweet, bright in color, and not easy to melt. Comes with a variety of flavor improvement options.
“Secret recipe for making apple candy?” You looked at the reward and the corners of his mouth twitched slightly.
Is the system… trying to train him to become a “good wife and loving mother” again?
However, after thinking about it carefully, this secret recipe seems to be not bad. In the future, I can make apple candies for Quan by myself. I think the little girl will be very happy.
Just as he was daydreaming, a tempting aroma suddenly came from a stall selling takoyaki next to him, and the stall owner’s enthusiastic and loud voice called out.
“Come on! Freshly baked takoyaki! Big and filling, delicious! If it doesn’t taste good, I won’t charge you!”
You Hequan looked in the direction of the sound and saw a lot of people gathered in front of the takoyaki stall. The stall owner was skillfully flipping and grilling golden octopus balls on a special iron plate. His movements were skillful and rhythmic, and he looked like an experienced chef.
As You watched the takoyaki master’s smooth operation and the octopus balls sizzling on the iron plate and emitting an enticing aroma, a bold idea suddenly popped up in his mind.
He pulled Quan and squeezed to the takoyaki stall, then raised his little face and said to the busy stall owner, “Uncle, your takoyaki looks so delicious! Can…can I try to make one too?”
The stall owner was stunned for a moment when he heard this, then he looked down at the tiny creature who was only as tall as his thigh, a kind smile appeared on his face, and he said cheerfully: “Oh? Little boy, you also want to learn how to make takoyaki? Haha, you have great ambition! However, this thing looks simple, but it is not easy to make.”
However, You patted his chest confidently and said, “Uncle, just let me try! I promise I won’t cause you any trouble! And… maybe I can bring you a little surprise!”
The stall owner looked at You’s cute and confident look and became interested. He nodded and said with a smile: “Okay! Let you try it, little guy! But if you don’t do well, don’t cry!”
“Yeah! Thank you, uncle!” You responded happily.
So, with the “permission” of the stall owner and the curious gazes of the surrounding customers, Uchiha You’s “first experience of making takoyaki” officially kicked off at the bustling festival food stall!
Uchiha You and Uchiha Izumi held hands and happily walked through the lively Uchiha clan festival. They were dazzled by the variety of snack stalls and game stalls.
The two were first attracted by a snack stand selling candied apples. On the stand, strings of red apples strung on bamboo sticks were wrapped in a layer of crystal clear, sparkling red sugar coating, exuding sweet fruit and caramel aroma, which looked very tempting.
“You! Look! It’s apple candies! They look so delicious!” Quan pointed at those beautiful apple candies and said with sparkling eyes. Her small nostrils twitched slightly, as if she had already smelled the sweet aroma.
You looked at Quan’s greedy face and smiled in his heart, then silently said in his mind: “System, sign in at this [Festival Snack Stand (Apple Candy Stand)]!”
He had a feeling that signing in at a festival, a place full of “fireworks” and “special meaning”, might yield unexpected rewards.
[Secret recipe for perfect candy apples]: Records the detailed steps and exclusive secrets for making perfect candy apples that are crispy, moderately sweet, bright in color, and not easy to melt. Comes with a variety of flavor improvement options, such as chocolate candy apples, matcha candy apples, etc.
“Another secret recipe?” You looked at the reward and the corners of his mouth twitched slightly.
He felt that his system seemed to be running wildly in the direction of becoming an “all-round life assistant”, and it was the kind that could not be pulled back.
However, if you think about it carefully, this [Secret Recipe for Perfect Candy Apples] seems to be quite practical. After all, Quan loves sweets so much, if I can make perfect candy apples of various flavors for her in the future, I think the little girl will definitely jump for joy, right?
Just as he was secretly thinking about how to make use of this newly acquired “cooking skill”, a richer and more tempting aroma suddenly came from a stall selling takoyaki next to him, as well as the enthusiastic, loud and powerful voice of the stall owner.
“Come on! Freshly baked authentic Osaka takoyaki! Thin skin and big fillings, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside! Each one has a whole piece of chewy octopus! If it doesn’t taste good, I won’t charge you!”
You Hequan looked in the direction of the sound and saw that there were many diners surrounding the takoyaki stall and the business was booming.
The stall owner was a middle-aged man who looked to be about 40 or 50 years old, with a slightly plump figure and a friendly smile on his face. He was skillfully flipping and grilling golden octopus balls on a special grooved iron plate with two thin bamboo sticks.
His movements were so skillful, smooth and rhythmic, as if he was not making snacks but performing a wonderful art performance. Each octopus ball was evenly heated under his manipulation, emitting waves of tempting burnt aroma and fresh seafood fragrance.
Chapter 47: Sign in at Nanhe Shrine and receive [Indra Chakra] (Old Version)
As You watched the takoyaki master’s smooth operation and the octopus balls sizzling on the iron plate and emitting an enticing aroma, he couldn’t help but feel a little admiration for the stall owner’s cooking skills.
He found that he seemed to have developed a little interest in “cooking”. Perhaps it was because the cooking skills rewarded by the system were influencing him subtly?
At this moment, the uncle who owned the takoyaki stall seemed to notice Uchiha You who was standing in front of the stall and staring at him intently.
The uncle saw that although You was young, his eyes had a concentration that was inconsistent with his age and… it seemed that there was a bit of “professional” scrutiny. He couldn’t help but feel moved and thought that this little guy was a bit interesting.
While continuing with his work, he casually asked You, “Hey, little guy, you look interested in making takoyaki, right? How about I ask you a few questions about the heat?”
The uncle originally said this just to tease this clever-looking little guy, but he didn’t expect that You was not at all nervous. Instead, his eyes lit up and he answered crisply, “Okay! Uncle, go ahead and test me! I’m not afraid!”
He also wanted to test whether the “basic knowledge” about cooking that he had learned (or “intuitively understood”) from the [Cooking (Beginner)] skill and the Whitebeard template were useful.
Seeing this, the stall owner smiled even more. He cleared his throat and asked seriously, “Good boy, you have guts! Then let me ask you, when making teppanyaki takoyaki like us, what is the most important thing about controlling the heat? Should we use high heat first or low heat first? How should we adjust in between?”
This question may seem simple, but it actually contains a lot of knowledge. Controlling the temperature is crucial for any kind of cooking. Especially for snacks like takoyaki that need to be quickly formed on a high-temperature iron plate, the requirements for the temperature are even more stringent.
When some diners around heard that the stall owner was actually testing a child about cooking, they all showed expressions of curiosity and wanted to watch the fun.
Quan was standing aside, looking at You nervously, his hands clenched tightly, afraid that You would not be able to answer and would be embarrassed.
However, Uchiha You still looked calm and confident.
He tilted his head and thought seriously for a moment (actually he was quickly retrieving the relevant knowledge from [Cooking (Introduction)] in his mind, as well as the subtle intuition about heat and energy brought by the Whitebeard template), and then answered clearly: “Uncle, I think that the most important thing about making takoyaki is to control the heat, ‘preheating is sufficient, high heat in the early stage, steady heat in the middle stage, low heat in the late stage, flexible adjustment, and both internal and external considerations’.”
“Oh?” Upon hearing this, the stall owner’s eyes flashed with surprise and motioned for You to continue.
You paused and continued to talk: “First, the iron plate must be fully preheated so that after the batter is poured in, it can quickly take shape and form a crispy shell. Secondly, in the initial stage when the batter is just poured in and the fillings such as octopus are added, a relatively strong fire should be used, so that the surface of the octopus balls can be quickly colored and the moisture and freshness inside can be locked. After the octopus balls are initially formed and the surface is golden yellow, the fire should be appropriately reduced to medium or stable fire, and the inside should be slowly baked to avoid the situation where the outside is burnt and the inside is raw. Finally, before the octopus balls are about to be taken out of the pan, they can be slightly baked again on a low fire, so that the shell will be more crispy and the taste will be better. Of course, in the whole process, it is necessary to flexibly adjust according to the amount of batter, the type of fillings, and the temperature changes of the iron plate, so as to take both inside and outside into consideration, so as to make truly delicious octopus balls!”
You spoke out his understanding and analysis in one breath, as if it were flowing water. Although his voice was immature, his tone was full of confidence and determination, as if he was really an experienced cooking master!
When he finished speaking, the entire takoyaki stall fell into a brief silence!
Everyone was completely shocked by the “long talk” about the control of fire by this little guy who was only four or five years old!
The stall owner stopped what he was doing, his eyes widened like bells, and looked at You in disbelief, as if he was looking at a monster!
He had been making takoyaki for so many years, and he thought he had mastered the heat control to perfection. But what the little guy said just now was actually… It was completely consistent with his years of experience! In some details, it was even more insightful and thorough than his own summary!
This… How is this possible? !
How could a four or five-year-old kid know so much about cooking?! Could it be that… he is the genius descendant of a hidden cooking god family?!
“Gurgle…” The stall owner swallowed hard. The shock in his heart was like a huge wave that could not be calmed for a long time.
It took him a long while to come back to his senses from the extreme shock. He looked at You, his eyes filled with indescribable complex emotions, surprise, admiration, and a little bit of… respect!
“Little…boy!” The stall owner’s voice was trembling with excitement. “You…what you said…is…so right! I’ve been making takoyaki for so many years, but I still can’t sum it up as succinctly as you do! You…you boy, you are simply a natural culinary genius!”
He exclaimed sincerely, and the look he gave You changed from initial teasing and curiosity to real appreciation and respect!
The diners around also exclaimed in amazement and talked about it.
“Oh my god! This little guy is so amazing! He knows so much!”
“How old is he? When it comes to cooking, he’s even more professional than me, a housewife who cooks every day!”
“This is incredible! This child will definitely be a great chef in the future!”
Hearing the praise from the stall owner and the people around him, You felt a little proud in his heart, but on the surface he still tried to remain humble. He scratched his head and said a little embarrassedly: “Hehe, actually…actually I just like to watch my mother cook and figure it out on my own.
Chapter 48: The Power of the Six Paths Begins to Emerge (Old Version)
He didn’t dare to tell anyone the secret that he possessed the system and the [Cooking (Beginner)] skill.
However, his “modest words” sounded more like “Versailles of genius” to the stall owner.
“You can come up with such a level by just thinking about it? Boy, don’t fool me!” The stall owner laughed, then picked out a few of the largest and most plump takoyaki from the iron plate, put them in a small paper box, and stuffed them into You’s hand without saying anything. He said generously: “Boy, your words have benefited me a lot! This box of takoyaki is my treat! If you have time in the future, come to my place often and we can exchange cooking experiences!”
He felt that he had met a real “master” today! Although this “master” was a little too young.
“Ah? This…how can I say this?” You looked at the box of steaming, fragrant takoyaki in his hand and felt flattered.
“Take it, take it! Why should I be polite to you, uncle?” The stall owner waved his hand without any questioning.
Seeing this, You had no choice but to obey and accepted this unexpected “gift”.
“Then…thank you, uncle!” You said sweetly.
Uchiha Izumi, who was standing nearby, was already stunned by the dramatic scene before him.
Her little head was filled with countless question marks.
She couldn’t understand how You, who usually didn’t seem to be very keen on cooking, could suddenly become a “little culinary genius” who could “discuss” with an experienced takoyaki chef?
However, when she saw that You was praised by the stall owner and the people around him, and also received a large box of delicious takoyaki for free, she couldn’t help but feel a strong sense of pride and honor in her heart!
“My You is so amazing!” She thought proudly in her heart, and the look she gave You became more…admiring and infatuated.
After bidding farewell to the hospitable takoyaki chef, You and Izumi continued to stroll around the festival.
Yu held the box of steaming takoyaki in his hands, the aroma filled the air, attracting the attention of passers-by.
The two came to a relatively secluded corner. You opened the box of takoyaki, picked up a round, golden octopus ball with a bamboo skewer, and first handed it to Quan’s mouth.
“Izumi, try this takoyaki first. How does it taste?”
Quan looked at the octopus balls that You handed over, and a happy smile appeared on her face. She opened her mouth and swallowed the octopus balls whole.
“Hmm! Hmm!” The moment he entered, Quan’s eyes suddenly lit up!
The crispy outer skin, wrapped with juicy fillings, and the chewy and smooth large chunks of octopus, paired with the special sauce and bonito flakes, is simply… a delicacy!
“It’s delicious!” Quan exclaimed vaguely, squinting his eyes with happiness.
You looked at Quan’s intoxicated look, smiled, picked up a takoyaki and put it into his mouth.
Well, the taste is really great! It is worthy of the craftsmanship of the master chef!
The two of us took turns eating one and quickly finished the box of takoyaki.
After eating and drinking, the two were attracted by a goldfish scooping game stall.
The owner of the game stand was a middle-aged man who looked a bit cunning. In front of him was a large round basin with many colorful and lively little goldfish swimming in it. Next to him were stacks of paper nets made of thin paper.
The rules of the game are very simple. You use this paper net that breaks easily when it touches water to catch the goldfish in the basin. You can take the goldfish you catch home.
This kind of game has an irresistible attraction for children.
Quan looked at the cute little goldfish swimming around in the water and blowing bubbles, his eyes filled with longing.
“You! Let’s play the goldfish catching game! I want to catch one and take it home to raise!” Quan pulled on the corner of You’s clothes and said excitedly.
“Okay!” You would naturally not refuse any request from Quan.
The two paid the money, received two paper nets from the boss, then squatted beside the basin and began to try to catch goldfish.
Quan seemed a little nervous and excited. She carefully put the paper net into the water, aimed at a red goldfish that looked larger and more beautiful, then held her breath and gently scooped it up!
However, those goldfish are so agile! They swim very fast in the water and make some fake moves from time to time to confuse the fish catchers.
As soon as Quan’s paper net touched the tail of the red goldfish, the goldfish swung its tail violently and dodged nimbly, splashing water all over Quan’s face with its tail.
The paper net in Quan’s hand was soaked with water, and because he used too much force just now, it made a “pop” sound and a big hole was torn.
“Oh no! It’s broken again!” Quan stomped his feet in annoyance, a lost expression on his little face.
She had broken several paper nets in succession, but hadn’t caught even a single goldfish.
You, who was standing next to him, laughed secretly at Quan’s cute look of fighting and failing over and over again.
He knew that catching goldfish, though seemingly simple, was actually a technical job. It not only required quick eyes and hands, but also certain skills and… a little bit of “plug-in”.
And he just happens to have these “plug-ins”.
First of all, the powerful micro-control ability and dynamic vision brought by the Whitebeard template allow him to accurately capture the swimming trajectory of the goldfish and make the most accurate judgments and operations at critical moments.
Secondly, he had received a reward of [Fishing Skills (Beginners)] when he signed in at an unknown river. Although catching goldfish is not exactly the same as fishing, some of the skills on how to observe the habits of fish, how to judge the direction of fish swimming, and how to use clever strength can still be applied to catching goldfish.
So, when Quan was once again frustrated because the paper net was broken, You decided to “take action”.
He picked up a new paper net, but unlike Quan, he did not rush to catch the goldfish that looked bigger and swam faster. Instead, he carefully observed the swimming patterns of the goldfish in the basin for a while.
He found that some goldfish, after swimming for a while, would stop at the edge of the basin or next to some water plants to rest.
Chapter 49 But You only wants to use it to improve the soil (old version)
At this time, they tend to relax their vigilance and are easier to succeed.
After finding the right opportunity, You took a deep breath, and with the paper net in his hand, like a poisonous snake coming out of a hole, he steadily, accurately, and ruthlessly scooped over a small black goldfish that was resting on the edge of the basin and spitting bubbles!
His movements were as fast as lightning! His strength was just right!
Before the little black goldfish could react, You had already pulled it out of the basin along with the water!
“Wow! You! You caught it!” When Quan saw this scene, he opened his mouth in surprise and let out an excited cheer!
The owner of the goldfish catching stall also looked at You with some surprise. He obviously didn’t expect that this ordinary-looking little guy actually had such skills.
You did not feel proud of this. He carefully put the small black goldfish he caught into a small plastic bag filled with water, then picked up a new paper net and continued his “fishing operation”.
In the following time, You relied on his “bug” level skills and “plug-ins” and it was as if he had turned on the “Musou Mode”!
I saw the paper net in his hand flying up and down, left and right, and every time he made a move, he almost succeeded in catching a lively little goldfish!
Red, black, gold, colorful…goldfish of all colors and sizes became his “pocket”.
However, the paper net in his hand remained intact, as if it was not made of fragile paper, but woven from a tough fishing net!
The owner of the goldfish scooping stall was stunned as he watched from the side, his jaw almost dropped to the ground!
He has been setting up a stall to catch goldfish for many years, but this is the first time he has seen a kid as “capable” as Uchiha You! How can this kid come here to catch goldfish? This kid is clearly here to “buy goods”!
If it weren’t for the fact that You was still young and there was a little girl next to him looking at him eagerly with admiration on her face, he would have almost suspected that You was a professional goldfish scooper on a “secret visit”!
When You successfully put the tenth goldfish he had caught into the plastic bag, he finally stopped what he was doing with satisfaction.
He glanced at the small plastic bag next to him that was already filled to the brim and almost overflowing, and a bright smile appeared on his face.
Then, he handed the plastic bag containing ten lively little goldfish to Quan and said with a smile: “Quan, these are all for you! Do you like them?”
Quan looked at the colorful and cute little goldfish swimming around in the bag, his eyes sparkling with surprise and emotion, and his little mouth opened wide and couldn’t close for a long time.
She could never have imagined that the little goldfish that had defeated her time and again and left her helpless would become so… vulnerable in You’s hands!
“You… these… did you catch all these? You are so awesome!” Quan came back to his senses and exclaimed in shock and admiration. The look he gave towards You was just like he was looking at an omnipotent superhero!
You was a little embarrassed by Quan’s fiery admiring gaze. He scratched his head and said modestly: “Hehe, it’s nothing, it’s just luck, just good luck.”
He couldn’t possibly tell Quan that he was so powerful because of “technology and hard work” (system plug-ins), right?
However, to Quan, his “modest words” sounded more like the highest realm of “Versailles Literature”.
“It’s not just luck! You is the best!” Izumi nodded vigorously and said with certainty. In her mind, Uchiha You is synonymous with omnipotence!
She carefully took the small plastic bag containing the goldfish and held it tightly in her arms, fearing that the cute little goldfish would accidentally fall out.
“Thank you, You! These little goldfish are so cute! I will take good care of them! When I get home, I will ask my mother for a small fish tank to raise them!” Quan’s face was filled with a happy and satisfied smile.
You felt warm in his heart as he looked at Quan’s adorable look that he couldn’t let go of.
“Yes,” he nodded with a smile, then stretched out his little finger, made a pinky promise with Izumi, and solemnly agreed, “Then let’s take care of these little goldfish together in the future! We must make sure they are healthy and grow up happily!”
“Yes! Definitely!” Quan nodded vigorously, his eyes full of anticipation.
The two of them left the goldfish catching game stall with satisfaction, holding the bag full of goldfish.
They found a relatively secluded corner, squatted down, and admired the little goldfish in the bag swimming freely in the water.
The sunlight shines through the transparent plastic bag, refracting colorful light on the water surface, making the little goldfish even more beautiful.
Quan looked at those lively and lovely little lives, her heart full of love. She stretched out her little finger, through the plastic bag, gently poked the little goldfish that swam to the edge of the bag, and giggled non-stop.
“You, how about we give these little goldfishes a name?” Quan suddenly raised his head, looked at You, and suggested excitedly.
“Okay!” You would naturally not object to any of Quan’s proposals.
So, the two little heads came together and began to name the little goldfishes seriously.
“Well… this red one is the prettiest, so let’s call it ‘Little Red’!”
“This black one swims the fastest, so let’s call it ‘Little Black Whirlwind’!”
“This golden, chubby-looking one is called ‘Little Gold Ingot’!”
“This one has lots of patterns on it, so let’s call it ‘Little Flowery Dress’!”
Quan has a very rich imagination and gives each little goldfish a name that is both vivid and cute.
When it was the turn of the last goldfish, which was also the largest and strongest in the bag, Quan tilted his head and thought carefully. Then his face turned slightly red. He leaned close to You’s ear and whispered in a very low voice, “You… this goldfish, let’s call it… ‘Youyou’, okay?”
Hearing this, You was slightly stunned, and then an indescribable warmth surged in his heart. He looked at Quan’s clear eyes with a hint of shyness and expectation, nodded heavily, and said with a smile: “Okay!
Chapter 50 New Results of Gourmet Research: Ramen Plus (Old Version)
Just call it ‘Youyou’! This name is really nice!”
When Quan heard You’s affirmation, the smile on his face became even brighter, like a blooming sunflower.
Yuu also participated in the naming process seriously, and from time to time he offered some “constructive” suggestions (such as naming a rather cute-looking goldfish “Little Stupid”), which made Quan giggle.
Swimming in the small plastic bag are not only ten fresh little lives, but also the pure and beautiful friendship and shared memories of two children.
These seemingly trivial, even childish and ridiculous little things, are like translucent pearls, stringing together their warm and happy childhood routines.
As night gradually falls, the Uchiha clan’s festival also reaches its climax – a grand fireworks show!
“Swoosh—bang!”
“Swoosh—bang, bang, bang!”
Accompanied by sharp whistles and deafening roars, colorful fireworks bloomed in the dark night sky like fairy flowers!
Red like fire, pink like clouds, yellow like gold, green like jade…
Some are like blooming peonies, elegant and graceful; some are like fluttering butterflies, light and graceful; some are like shooting stars streaking across the night sky, dazzling; and some are like star rain falling all over the sky, dreamlike…
The sky above the entire Uchiha clan territory was lit up by these colorful and ever-changing fireworks, as if it had turned into a brilliant, enchanting fairy tale world!
The crowd on the ground burst into thunderous cheers and exclamations. Everyone looked up at the gorgeous night sky illuminated by fireworks, with smiles of happiness and joy on their faces.
Uchiha You and Uchiha Izumi also stood side by side in the crowd. Their small figures, illuminated by the ever-changing light of the fireworks, looked particularly… harmonious and beautiful.
Quan tilted her head back, watching the beautiful fireworks that kept blooming and disappearing in the night sky, her big eyes flickering with fascination and yearning. The corners of her mouth unconsciously lifted slightly, outlining a sweet arc.
Suddenly, as if she remembered something, she clasped her hands together in front of her chest, then closed her eyes, lowered her head slightly, and her lips moved silently, as if she was silently making a wish.
You turned his head and looked at the peaceful and pious profile of Quan beside him. Under the illumination of the colorful fireworks, it looked so pure and so… beautiful.
An indescribable tenderness and excitement surged in his heart.
He did not disturb Quan from making a wish, but just looked at her quietly, his eyes deep and distant.
In his heart, he also silently made a wish of his own.
“I hope to always protect the smile on Quan’s face, and protect the hard-earned peace and beauty. No matter what happens in the future, no matter how difficult and dangerous the road ahead is, I will not let her get hurt. I will use all my strength to support her with a sky without sadness, without pain, but only happiness and joy.”
“For this wish, I will continue to become stronger, stronger than anyone else! Until… I have the power to change everything and protect everything!”
The gorgeous fireworks are still blooming tirelessly in the night sky, dyeing the whole world with a layer of dreamy colors.
You and Quan, two small figures, stood side by side under this dazzling light, both holding beautiful visions of the future and unswerving beliefs in their hearts.
The promise and wish at this moment, like the most brilliant fireworks blooming in the night sky, are deeply engraved in the depths of their souls and become the brightest and warmest guiding light in their future life.
The gorgeous fireworks show left a last glimmer of light in the night sky before gradually dissipating and returning to silence.
The hustle and bustle of the festival gradually died down as the fireworks ended.
Uchiha You and Uchiha Izumi, two small figures, walked side by side on the way home.
Colorful lanterns are still hung on both sides of the street, emitting a soft and warm light, stretching their shadows long and swaying gently on the bluestone road.
The air still lingers with the faint smell of gunpowder from the fireworks and the tempting aroma of various snacks.
Neither of them spoke, but just walked quietly, as if they were still savoring the shock and emotion brought by the visual feast just now.
Quan’s little face still showed a trace of excitement and satisfaction. She raised her head from time to time and looked at the night sky that had returned to peace, as if she could still see those fleeting beautiful fireworks.
As they walked, Quan suddenly seemed to remember something. He paused slightly, then turned his head shyly and looked at You beside him.
Her cheeks, illuminated by the dim light of the lantern, were flushed with a suspicious blush, making her look as cute as a ripe apple.
“You…” Quan’s voice was as thin as a mosquito, carrying a hint of nervousness and… anticipation.
“Huh? What’s wrong, Quan?” You stopped and looked at her with some confusion.
Quan took a deep breath, as if mustering up great courage, and then quietly leaned close to You’s ear and whispered in a voice that only the two of them could hear: “You… I… I’ll tell you what I just wished for, okay?”
Her breath, with a hint of sweet candy scent, gently brushed against You’s ears, making him feel a little itchy.
“Oh? Okay.” You nodded, feeling a little curious. What kind of innocent wish would this little girl Quan make?
When Quan saw You agreed, her face turned even redder. She bit her lower lip, and then said in a very low voice, word by word, clearly and solemnly: “I… I hope… I hope I can always play with You… Always… Always be best friends!”
After saying this, she seemed to have used up all her strength. Her small body trembled slightly. She lowered her head, not daring to look into You’s eyes, for fear of seeing an expression of disappointment on You’s face.
Hearing Quan’s pure and passionate “confession”, Uchiha You’s heart seemed to be gently touched by a warm little hand. In an instant, an indescribable warmth surged up, flowing through his limbs and every cell.
Chapter 51: Izumi’s Tasting and Praise (Old Version)
He never imagined that the wish Quan made would be… related to him.
And it’s still so simple, so pure, yet so… moving.
“I’ve been playing with You…”
“Best friends forever…”
These two sentences, like two small stones, were thrown into the calm lake of his heart, stirring up circle after circle of gentle ripples.
He looked at the little girl in front of him who was lowering her head, her face flushed, and her fingers trembling slightly with nervousness. His heart was filled with infinite pity and… an indescribable sense of responsibility.
He knew how important and…sincere Quan’s wish was to her.
He took a deep breath, then reached out and gently held Quan’s slightly cold little hand.
Quan felt the warmth and strength coming from You’s palm, his body trembled slightly, and he subconsciously raised his head and looked at You.
I saw an extremely brilliant and gentle smile on You’s face. His eyes were so clear and firm, as if they could penetrate all the fog and reach the deepest part of people’s hearts.
“Yes!” You nodded heavily, and said solemnly and seriously, “Quan, we will! We will always play together, and always… always be best friends! I promise!”
Although his voice was immature, it was full of unquestionable affirmation and strength.
Hearing You’s resounding promise, Quan’s big dark eyes, which originally had a hint of uneasiness and anxiety, instantly blossomed with a light as bright as stars!
The corners of her mouth couldn’t help but lift up, outlining an arc that was extremely sweet and happy.
“Really? You?” There was a hint of disbelief and surprise in Quan’s voice.
“Yes! Really!” You nodded vigorously again, and the hand holding Quan’s little hand also subconsciously tightened a little.
“That’s great!” Quan was so happy that she almost jumped up! She held You’s hand tightly with her backhand, with a happy and satisfied smile on her face, as if she had the most precious treasure in the world.
You looked at Quan’s genuine happiness and felt a sense of relief and joy in his heart.
He knew that from this moment on, their friendship seemed to have reached a new level.
They are no longer just playmates, but the indispensable and most important partners in each other’s lives.
They will grow up together, practice together, and face the ups and downs of the future together.
No matter what happens, they will keep walking hand in hand, shoulder to shoulder, like today.
The night is as gentle as water.
The light of the lantern tightly connects the two small figures together, as if foreshadowing their inseparable and companionable destiny in the future.
In the few days after the Uchiha clan festival ended, You still maintained his diligent training habits and… his daily check-in routine.
His efforts were not in vain.
That evening, after he completed a set of high-intensity weighted pull-ups and push-ups in the secret base, the familiar and pleasant system prompt sound rang in his mind again!
“Ding! It is detected that the host shows a strong sense of responsibility and will to protect in daily life, and unconsciously reveals leadership qualities when interacting with others. The compatibility with the [Whitebeard, One of the Four Emperors (Enhanced God-level Version) Template] is further improved!”
“Congratulations to the host! The unlocking progress of [Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template] has reached 8%!”
Unlocked again… again and again?!
Moreover, the reason for the system prompt this time was “showing a strong sense of responsibility and will to protect” and “unconsciously revealing leadership qualities”? !
An indescribable excitement and surprise surged in You’s heart again!
He discovered that the unlocking conditions for this Whitebeard template did not seem to be limited to physical training and chakra accumulation, but was also closely related to his character, will, and… daily behavior!
This deepened his understanding of this template.
It seems that in order to truly harness Whitebeard’s level of power, one not only needs great strength, but also a strong and mature heart to match it!
As the system prompt sounded, a warm current that was more majestic and vast than any previous one, and more… “kingly”-like, burst out from his heart like an awakening lion, and instantly swept through his limbs, every cell, every inch of bones, and even… every thought!
He felt as if his body was being completely baptized and sublimated from the inside out by an invisible yet powerful force!
His strength, physique, speed, endurance… these basic attributes have been significantly improved again!
However, the biggest change brought about by this template unlocking is not simply an improvement in physical fitness.
You was keenly aware that he seemed to have an indescribable… “temperament”!
That is a kind of… leadership temperament… mixed with boldness, magnanimity, and a hint of authority without even getting angry!
Although he is still very young and his body is still very immature, unable to fully display this temperament, the seeds of this temperament have quietly taken root in him.
He found that when he met his peers now, he seemed to be more likely to gain their trust and favor. His words and deeds were also more likely to have a subtle influence on them.
In the clan school, or when playing together, in addition to Izumi, some other children of the Uchiha clan also gradually began to like hanging around him.
They like to listen to Yu’s “thrilling” “adventure stories” (in fact, most of them are made up by Yu based on what he saw and heard when he signed in, or some novels and animations he watched in his previous life).
They also like to follow You’s “commands” and play some of the “novel and interesting” games that You came up with.
Unconsciously, Uchiha You, this ordinary student in the eyes of his teacher, actually has the potential to become the “king of children” among the new generation of little brats in the Uchiha clan!
Of course, You himself is not very interested in the identity of “king of children”.
Chapter 52: Love lunch box sent by Hinata (old version)
He prefers to be alone with Izumi, quietly enjoying their own little world.
However, he does not reject playing with other friends. After all, more friends and more bonds can make his life more colorful.
Among all his friends, Uchiha Izumi is still the most important and irreplaceable “first partner” by his side.
No matter how many “little followers” surround him, Quan’s position in his heart is unique and irreplaceable.
Because of the “generous temperament +1” brought by the template unlocking, Uchiha You has become more “generous” than before when getting along with his friends.
He often takes out some snacks that he obtained by signing in, or bought with the pocket money he got from signing in, such as [Fortune Cookies] (after eating them, your luck will get a little better for a short period of time), [Assorted Candy Bags] (which contain various flavors of exotic candies), or some “special snacks” that cannot be bought outside (actually, he secretly made them using his [Cooking (Beginner)] skill, various ingredients and secret recipes obtained by signing in), and shares them with everyone to taste.
Every time You takes out these “good things”, it will cause cheers and scrambles among his friends.
At this time, Uchiha Izumi would take the initiative to step forward like a little “housekeeper” and help You distribute snacks.
She would carefully distribute the snacks equally to each of the children to ensure that everyone could have a taste. She would also remind everyone in a baby voice to pay attention to hygiene when eating and not to waste food.
Her serious and responsible look made her look very cute, and made those naughty kids obey her “commands” obediently.
Under You’s “generous sharing” and Izumi’s “gentle management”, their little “group of children” is always full of laughter, and the atmosphere is harmonious and beautiful.
The children all like “Boss You” who can tell wonderful stories and is willing to share good things, and “Sister Quan” who is always smiling, gentle, cute and caring.
Their friendship also becomes deeper and deeper through this simple and pure sharing and companionship.
Time is fleeting like a white horse passing by.
In You’s daily hard training, the warm daily life with Quan, and the happy play with friends, another year has passed unknowingly.
Uchiha Yu also celebrated his seventh birthday after traveling to this world.
According to the age calculation in this world, he is already a seven-year-old boy.
On Yu’s birthday, Uchiha Yong and Qin Yin prepared a simple yet warm birthday dinner for Yu.
On the dining table, there were some of You’s favorite home-cooked dishes, as well as a birthday cake made by Qinyin herself. Although the cake was a bit simple in shape, it was full of maternal love.
“You, happy birthday! You’re one year older!” Qinyin brought the birthday cake with seven lit candles to You, with a gentle and loving smile on her face.
Although Uchiha Yong was still not good at speaking, the look he gave You was full of fatherly pride and blessings.
“Thank you, Dad! Thank you, Mom!” You looked at the warm scene in front of him, his heart filled with emotion and happiness.
He closed his eyes, clasped his hands together, and silently made a wish in his heart that was the same as in previous years, but more determined.
Then he took a deep breath and blew out all the candles on the cake.
“Pah, pah, pah!”
Kotone and Uchiha Yong both smiled and applauded him.
At this moment, Uchiha Izumi, who had been sitting obediently beside him with a slightly red face, suddenly took out from behind him a small box that was crookedly wrapped in pink wrapping paper and tied with an equally crooked bow.
She took a deep breath, as if mustering up great courage, walked in front of You, handed the small box in her hand to him, her little face red like a ripe apple, and said in a somewhat nervous voice: “You… Happy… Birthday!”
Although her voice was a little small and trembling slightly, it was full of sincerity and blessings.
You looked at Quan’s cute, shy and nervous look, and felt warm in his heart. He smiled and took the small box, which was not beautifully packaged but was obviously carefully prepared.
“Thank you, Quan! Is this… your birthday present for me?” You asked with some surprise.
Quan blushed and nodded vigorously, her little hands nervously tugging at the corners of her clothes, somewhat afraid to look into You’s eyes.
You looked at the small box in his hand, his heart full of anticipation. He carefully unwrapped the crooked wrapping paper and bow, revealing an equally plain small wooden box inside.
He opened the lid of the wooden box and saw lying quietly inside… a pair of small wristbands woven with red wool.
The stitching of the wristband looked a bit rough and immature, with some threads accidentally coming loose or knotted. The woven pattern was also a bit crooked and out of shape.
However, from the fine stitching and careful color matching, it is clear to see how much effort and…love the knitter put into making this pair of wristbands.
You looked at this pair of wristbands that were not perfect but full of “love”. His heart seemed to be hit hard by something, and an indescribable feeling of being touched and warmth instantly surged into his heart.
He raised his head and looked at Quan, only to see the little girl’s cheeks getting even redder. She lowered her head and explained in a low voice: “You… this… this is me… I learned it from my mother… I… I spent a long, long time knitting it before… I finally finished it… Although… Although it’s not very good-looking… But… I… I hope You will like it…”
Her voice was a little intermittent due to nervousness and shyness, but every word was like a small stone, gently knocking on You’s heart, making him feel extremely… moved.
He could imagine how much time and energy Quan, a little girl who rarely touched needle and thread, had spent in weaving this pair of wristbands, and how many times she had failed and started over.
This kind of thought is more…precious than any fancy words or expensive gifts.
You picked up the pair of wristbands which were a little rough to the touch but had a faint fragrance. He felt as if they weighed a thousand pounds, heavy, pressing on his heart.
Chapter 53: New Bouquet Brought by Ino (Old Version)
He took a deep breath, then raised his head and looked into Quan’s clear eyes that were full of anticipation and anxiety. He showed an extremely brilliant and sincere smile on his face, and said solemnly and seriously: “Quan, thank you! This is… This is the best and most precious birthday gift I have ever received! I like it very much! I will cherish it!”
After saying that, he carefully put the pair of crooked red wristbands on his left and right wrists respectively.
Although the size of the wristband was a little too big, and it looked a little out of place on Yu’s slender wrist, Yu felt that it was the most beautiful and most…warm wristband he had ever worn.
When Quan saw that You not only accepted her gift, but also put it on his hand immediately with such care, a smile as bright as the sun immediately appeared on her little face!
Her eyes, smiling like two crescent moons, sparkled with happiness and joy.
She felt that all her hard work and efforts over this period of time had received the best reward at this moment!
As long as You likes it, that’s enough!
Under the warm candlelight, a family of three (plus a little “extra member”) shared a delicious birthday cake and this simple and pure happiness and joy.
Uchiha You felt that his seventh birthday was very meaningful and very…memorable.
The pair of crooked red wristbands on his wrists, although looking inconspicuous, are more…precious in his heart than any other divine weapon.
Because, it was woven by Quan stitch by stitch, carefully, and it is a unique…proof of love.
You’s seventh birthday ended in a warm and joyful atmosphere.
Early the next morning, when You was preparing to go to the clan school as usual, he carefully put on his wrists the pair of red woolen wristbands that Quan gave him yesterday.
Although the stitching of this wristband was a little rough, and even had a few places where the thread was accidentally untied, and it looked a little crooked and out of shape when worn on the hand, in You’s eyes, this was the most beautiful and precious wristband in the world.
Because this is a unique birthday gift that Quan knitted for him stitch by stitch.
When You, wearing this pair of “unique” wristbands, walked into the clan studies classroom side by side with Quan, he immediately caught Quan’s attention.
When Quan saw that Youzhen was wearing the wristband she had given him, and was wearing it so… ostentatiously, her little face suddenly turned red again, like a ripe apple, so adorable.
She lowered her head somewhat embarrassedly, her little hands nervously tugging at the corner of her clothes, but her heart was beating like a little rabbit, and a sweet feeling, like honey, quietly melted in her heart.
She secretly raised her eyelids and glanced at the pair of red wristbands on You’s wrists. She saw that You would look down from time to time, and even use his other hand to gently stroke the surface of the wristbands. His cautious and treasured look filled Quan’s heart with indescribable joy and satisfaction.
She felt that all her hard work and efforts during this period were worth it!
Some of the other Uchiha kids in the classroom also noticed the distinctive red wrist guards on Yuu’s wrists.
Although the craftsmanship of this pair of wristbands is really… terrible, and even a bit “eye-catching”, in the innocent eyes of children, this handmade, “heartfelt” little item can arouse their interest and… envy more than those exquisite accessories bought in stores.
“Wow! You, what are you wearing on your hand? It’s red and looks so special!” A little fat boy who usually has a good relationship with You came over curiously and asked.
“Yes, yes! You, did you make this wristband yourself? Or did your mother make it for you?” Another little girl with pigtails also blinked her big eyes and looked at it curiously.
He raised his wrist and said mysteriously: “Well… it’s a secret!”
The more mysterious he acted, the more curious the other children became. They surrounded You, chattering and asking questions, wanting to know the origin of this pair of “unique” wristbands.
Quan looked at You who was surrounded by his friends, and the pair of red wristbands on his wrists that he had knitted himself. Although there was still a hint of shyness on his little face, the corners of his mouth unconsciously raised slightly, outlining a sweet and proud arc.
She felt that there seemed to be a new little secret between her and You that only the two of them could share.
From time to time, You would look down at the pair of red wristbands on his wrists, feeling the slightly rough wool, but with a faint fragrance. He felt that the wristbands seemed to have some kind of magical power that could bring him infinite power (of course, mainly psychological).
Whenever he saw the pair of wristbands, he would think of Quan weaving carefully under the lamp, and the shy and expectant look in Quan’s eyes when she gave him the gift. A warm feeling full of happiness and responsibility would surge in his heart.
He secretly made up his mind to cherish this precious gift and protect this pure and beautiful friendship.
A few days later, on a weekend, the weather was clear and the breeze was gentle.
As usual, You and Quan made an appointment to go play together by the small river called “Nanhe River” at the edge of the tribe’s territory.
The Nanga River is an important river in the Uchiha clan. The river water is clear, the current is gentle, and the banks are lined with green trees, with beautiful scenery. This is a good place for the clan members to wash clothes, get water, and for children to play.
When You Hequan arrived at the Minamiga River, he did not immediately jump into the water to play like other children. Instead, he found a large smooth rock by the river and sat down, admiring the beautiful scenery around him.
At this moment, a system prompt sound suddenly rang in You’s mind!
“Ding! The host’s current location is detected as [Nanhe Riverside], which meets the special sign-in conditions!”
“You can [Challenge Sign-in] here!”
“Challenge: Successfully stand on the surface of the Nanga River for three seconds (with the help of chakra).”
“Reward for successful challenge: [Water attribute chakra manipulation technique (elementary)] x1.
Chapter 54: Yuu’s Happy Troubles (Prototype of Harem) (Old Version)
“Consolation prize for failed challenge: [Walking on Water (One-time Experience Card – 10 minutes)] x1.”
Challenge Sign-in?!
This was the first time he encountered this kind of sign-in method where one had to complete specific challenges to get rewards!
Moreover, the challenge was to stand on the water for three seconds! Isn’t this the legendary “walking on water”? !
This is a must-have advanced skill for ninjas! Being able to master walking on water can not only greatly improve the mobility and survivability of ninjas, but also is the basis for learning many advanced water escape ninjutsu!
“That’s great! If I can pass the challenge and directly obtain the [Water Attribute Chakra Control Technique], then my water escape talent will definitely take off!!” You’s heart was filled with excitement and anticipation.
He glanced at Quan who was concentrating on drawing on the ground with pebbles, then took a deep breath and said to the system: “System, I accept the challenge!”
With his confirmation, the challenge officially began.
You walked to the shallow water area at the riverside, and first gathered chakra at the soles of his feet according to the method taught by the clan studies teacher.
Then, he closed his eyes and tried hard to recall the graceful figures of the ninjas in the anime who walked on the water as if it were flat ground, and tried to imitate their exquisite control over chakra.
He carefully raised one foot and tentatively stepped into the calm river in front of him.
The moment his feet touched the water, he did not feel any buoyancy. Instead, it was as if he was stepping on a smooth piece of ice. His feet slipped, and his body lost balance. With a “plop”, he fell head over heels, splashing a large amount of water and choking on several mouthfuls of river water.
“Cough cough… cough cough cough…” You climbed out of the water in a panic, wiped the water droplets off his face, feeling a little amused and helpless.
It seems that walking on water is not so easy to master. His current tiny amount of chakra and his rough control over chakra are not enough to support him standing on the water.
“Ding! Challenge failed!”
“Congratulations to the host for winning the consolation prize – [Walking on Water (One-time Experience Card – 10 minutes)] x1!”
Although the challenge failed and he was not able to directly obtain the [Water Attribute Chakra Control Technique], this consolation prize also made You very satisfied.
[Walking on Water (One-time Experience Card – 10 minutes)]: After use, you can temporarily gain the ability to walk on water for the next ten minutes. It does not require consuming your own chakra, and the experience is realistic.
“A one-time experience card? A ten-minute experience of walking on water? This is great! It allows me to experience the feeling of walking on water in advance and accumulate experience for my future practice!” You was delighted.
He glanced at Quan, who was still concentrating on painting and didn’t notice his embarrassing “fall into the water” just now, and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Then, he quietly took out the experience card that was emitting a faint blue glow from his virtual backpack.
“System, use the [Water Walking Experience Card]!”
As his thoughts came out, the experience card in his hand turned into a blue light and merged into his feet.
In an instant, You felt that the soles of his feet seemed to be lifted up by an invisible and wonderful buoyancy, giving him the illusion that he could walk on the water at will!
“This feeling… is so wonderful!” You’s heart was filled with novelty and excitement.
He took a deep breath and took the first step cautiously towards the river in front of him again.
This time, a miracle happened!
His feet were firmly on the water, without any sign of sinking! It was as if he was stepping on solid ground instead of soft river water!
“Success! I really succeeded! I can really walk on water!” You was so excited that he almost jumped up!
He carefully took the second step, and the third step…
Every step is steady, as if walking on flat ground!
This feeling is so magical and incredible!
He felt like he had some kind of super power. He could ignore the resistance of the water and walk freely on the water!
Quan, who was standing on the shore concentrating on painting, seemed to have noticed the movement here. He subconsciously raised his head and glanced in the direction of You.
Then, her little mouth opened into an “O” shape in surprise, and the small stone in her hand fell to the ground with a “pop”!
What did she see?!
She saw…she saw You…actually…actually standing steadily on the water!
Just like… just like those immortals in legends!
“You… You… you… you…” Quan stuttered and pointed at You on the water. He was so surprised that he couldn’t even finish his words.
Seeing Quan’s adorable look of astonishment, You was very pleased with himself. He gave Quan a brilliant smile, and then… he was a little too proud of himself and wanted to run a few steps on the water to show off.
However, he obviously overestimated his ability to control this “temporary plug-in” and underestimated the difficulty of moving quickly on the water.
Just as he took a step and was about to speed up, the mysterious buoyancy under his feet seemed to suddenly become unstable, fluctuating in strength.
Then he felt that his body had lost balance, his feet slipped, and with a “splash”, he fell into the water again. His fall was even worse than last time. He fell straight into the mud and choked on several mouthfuls of cold river water, as well as some water plants and mud.
“Cough cough… Pu… Cough cough cough…” You raised his head from the water in a miserable state, coughing violently and spitting out river water and debris in his mouth. He looked as miserable as he could be.
Quan, who was on the shore, was shocked at first when he saw You suddenly fall into the water. Then, an extremely anxious expression appeared on his face, and he cried out in worry:
“Yu——!”
She didn’t even care whether she could swim or not, and quickly stood up from the shore, wanting to rush into the water to save You.
Fortunately, the place where You fell into the water was just the shallow area of ​​Nanhe River, and the water was not even as deep as his waist.
He quickly climbed out of the water in a hurry, his whole body was wet, his hair stuck to his forehead, and his clothes were tightly attached to his body. He looked like a fish that had just been fished out of the water…
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…drenched to the skin.
Quan heaved a sigh of relief when she saw You climb out of the water, but her face was still full of anxiety and worry, and she quickly ran to You’s side, took out a clean handkerchief from her pocket, and hurriedly helped You wipe the water droplets and stains on his face.
Her eyes were red, and her voice was filled with obvious tears. She choked and said, “You… You… Are you… Are you okay? You just… You scared me to death just now! I thought… I thought you…”
Before she could finish her words, tears started falling like beads from a broken string, and she couldn’t stop them.
You looked at Quan’s cute face with tears in her eyes and extreme anxiety, and felt a little funny, touched, and a little bit… guilty.
He knew that his “overconfident” behavior just now must have scared the little girl.
He quickly reached out his hand and gently wiped away the tears on Quan’s face. Although he was in a terrible state, he still tried to force a smile and calmly comforted her, “Quan, don’t cry, don’t cry. I… I’m fine, really fine. Ahem… it’s just… I just accidentally drank a few sips of water. Um… the water in Nanhe River is quite… quite sweet, but a little cold.”
He tried to use this relaxed tone to ease Quan’s tension and worry.
When Quan heard You say that, instead of being amused, she cried even harder. She kept hitting You’s chest with her little pink fists and complained in a sobbing voice: “Wuwuwuwu… You, you big bad guy! It’s already this time, and you’re still joking like this! Do you know how worried I was…how worried I was about you just now! Wuwuwuwu…”
You looked at Quan crying and looking so pitiful, and felt even more guilty. He quickly hugged Quan into his arms, patted her back gently, and comforted her softly: “Okay, Quan, don’t cry, don’t cry, it’s all my fault, I shouldn’t have been so careless. Look, I’m fine now, right? Nothing happened to me.”
As he spoke, he reflected in his heart: “It seems that walking on water is not so easy to master. Even with a trial card, it still requires very delicate control of chakra (or that kind of buoyancy). In the future, I still have to practice my chakra control ability and can’t be so complacent.”
Just as You was reflecting on himself and trying to comfort the crying little girl in his arms, he suddenly felt that some wonderful changes seemed to have taken place in his body.
The biting cold he had felt from falling into the icy river was actually dissipating at an extremely fast speed! A warm feeling rose from his limbs and bones, quickly dispelling the cold and discomfort in his body.
He even felt that his wet clothes seemed to be drying slowly at a speed that was imperceptible to the naked eye!
Then, the familiar and pleasant system prompt sound rang in my mind again!
“Ding! It was detected that when the host accidentally fell into the water and his body was attacked by cold air, the [Whitebeard, One of the Four Emperors (Enhanced God-level Version) Template] in his body passively activated its powerful physical recovery and environmental adaptability!”
“Congratulations to the host! The unlocking progress of [Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors (enhanced god-level version) template] has reached 9%!”
Moreover, the reason for unlocking this time was actually because… he accidentally fell into the water? !
A sense of absurdity and laughter suddenly arose in You’s heart.
Could it be that… this Whitebeard template has the hidden attribute of “getting rich when encountering water”?
However, after a brief moment of surprise, You quickly felt the huge benefits brought by this template unlocking!
He discovered that not only had his body’s ability to withstand blows become stronger, but… his physical recovery rate was also more than one level faster than before!
The chest tightness and discomfort caused by choking on water just now have completely disappeared. The cold and sticky feeling brought by the wet clothes is also being quickly replaced by a warm and comfortable feeling.
He even felt that even if he stood in the snow and ice for a few hours in this wet clothes, he would not catch a cold or get sick!
“This ability… is too incredible, right?! It’s simply the physique of an ‘immortal cockroach’!” You’s heart was filled with surprise and shock.
He knew that Whitebeard possessed monstrous vitality and recovery abilities, allowing him to remain standing even after being seriously injured in a brutal battlefield like the Battle of Marineford.
And what he merged was the “enhanced god-level version” of Whitebeard’s template! His recovery ability was naturally even more…abnormal!
“Great! With this powerful recovery ability, I won’t die easily even if I accidentally commit suicide or encounter any sudden danger! My survival ability has been greatly improved!” You’s heart was filled with joy.
He felt that he was one step closer to becoming the “King of the Sea” who “cannot be killed no matter how hard you try.”
Just as You was immersed in the joy of having the template unlocked again, Quan in his arms gradually stopped crying.
She raised her red, kitten-like face from crying, and looked at You. She still asked with some concern, “You…are you…are you really okay? Are you still cold?”
You looked at Quan’s clear eyes that were full of worry and concern, and his heart warmed. He smiled and shook his head, saying, “Quan, I’m really fine. I’m not cold at all. On the contrary, I feel… warm all over and full of strength!”
He was telling the truth. After the template was unlocked, his current condition was even better than before he fell into the water!
Quan stretched out his little hand doubtfully and touched You’s forehead and arms. He found that You’s body temperature was indeed normal, with no signs of fever or coldness. Only then did he finally feel relieved.
However, she was still worried that You would catch a cold and get sick because of wearing wet clothes, so she held You’s hand and said anxiously: “You, let’s go home and change into clean clothes! Otherwise you will catch a cold!”
“Yeah, okay.” You naturally wouldn’t refuse Quan’s proposal.
Although he felt as strong as a bull and couldn’t possibly catch a cold, he still felt very…