Chapter 23: Third Update, Asking for Support, The Second Ninjutsu! Tobirama Senju's Jutsu! (Asking for Monthly Ticket)
Sunlight filtered through the treetops, sprinkling onto a tranquil waterfall outside Konoha Village. Water splashed, and a rainbow hung above it, creating a pleasant scene.
Uchiha Ren stood beneath the waterfall, letting the icy current batter his body.
He was trying to control his Chakra, learning the fundamentals of Water Release ninjutsu.
Amidst the roar of the waterfall, Uchiha Ren formed hand seals. His eyes were shut tight as he felt the power and rhythm of the water.
His Sharingan spun slowly beneath his closed eyelids, seeming to simulate the flow of the water.
A faint blue light began to glow on his palms as the connection between his Chakra and the water was gradually established.
He tried to release his Chakra into the current, letting his body merge as one with the flow of water.
On a nearby tree, Kakashi lounged leisurely on a thick branch.
In his hand, he held a copy of "Icha Icha Paradise," occasionally turning a page, immersed in the world of the book.
From time to time, his gaze would lift from the page to glance at Uchiha Ren under the waterfall, a flash of appreciation in his eye.
Whenever Uchiha Ren successfully guided the water's flow, or failed in his attempt, Kakashi would nod slightly or let out a soft sigh.
He didn't intervene immediately, instead giving Uchiha Ren enough space to explore and learn, only offering appropriate guidance at critical moments.
As time went on, Uchiha Ren gradually grasped the knack of Water Release ninjutsu. His Chakra control became more and more proficient, and the currents he guided grew stronger.
Kakashi closed his copy of "Icha Icha Paradise" and leaped nimbly down from the tree, preparing to give Uchiha Ren further instruction.
"Not bad, Uchiha Ren. Your progress is faster than I expected."
Kakashi's voice held a hint of a smile. "Next, we can try some more complex Water Release ninjutsu."
"What is it?" Uchiha Ren was surprisingly excited!
Because, aside from the Three Basic Jutsu, this was the second ninjutsu he was properly learning!
Amidst the roar of the waterfall, Kakashi stood with his hands behind his back, treading lightly on the water's surface as if he had merged with nature itself.
His voice was calm and profound, piercing through the sound of the water to clearly reach Uchiha Ren's ears. "Before you learn, you must first understand a principle."
His gaze passed through the layers of mist and fell upon Uchiha Ren.
"The art of Water Release stems from the exquisite control of water-natured Chakra." Kakashi's tone held a trace of seriousness as he continued, "It is not merely an offensive ninjutsu. Compared to Fire Release, it is more often used as a defensive ninjutsu."
"Usually," Kakashi paced slowly across the water's surface, ripples spreading gently beneath his feet, "a ninja casts the art of Water Release by manipulating the surrounding water molecules."
His hands waved gently, as if painting invisible sigils in the air. The surrounding water molecules seemed to respond to his call, forming tiny streams of water.
"However," Kakashi's voice carried a hint of reminiscence, "a truly outstanding Water Release user can summon the form of water even in a waterless place, relying solely on the power of their Chakra."
"Water Release without water? The Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju?" Uchiha Ren stated the answer.
"Yes and no. Lord Second Hokage is the most famous example, but there was also the Second Mizukage, the Fourth Mizukage..."
"But in reality..." Kakashi pointed shamelessly at himself, "I can do it too."
Uchiha Ren rolled his eyes. "Alright, alright, I know you're amazing, Teacher Kakashi. So, which jutsu are you going to teach me?"
"Watch closely!"
As Kakashi's voice fell, his figure tapped lightly on the water's surface and leaped backward, putting some distance between himself and Uchiha Ren.
His hands flew through hand seals at a speed that was nearly impossible to follow!
Because the movements were too fast, Uchiha Ren didn't even see how many seals were formed before Kakashi's ninjutsu was complete!
After Kakashi finished his hand seals, a powerful surge of Chakra erupted from his body, rushing toward the water's surface beneath the waterfall.
That stream of Chakra, as if alive, rapidly merged with the water, unleashing an astonishing power.
The water's surface began to churn violently, as if pulled by some invisible force, forming a massive wall of water.
The water wall rose rapidly, like a crystal barrier surging from the water to the heavens, shimmering with a dazzling light under the sun.
The surface of the water wall rippled with light, yet it was exceptionally sturdy, as if it could withstand any attack.
This was! Water Release: Water Formation Wall!
A B-rank defensive ninjutsu created by the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju! Famed for its powerful defensive capabilities and spectacular visual effects!
Uchiha Ren stood rooted to the spot, staring dumbfounded at the magnificent scene before him.
He hadn't expected Kakashi to teach him such a high-level ninjutsu right off the bat.
The scale and visual impact of this ninjutsu far exceeded his expectations, bringing his understanding of Water Release ninjutsu to a new level.
"This... this is Water Release ninjutsu?" Uchiha Ren's voice trembled slightly, his eyes shining with excitement and longing.
Kakashi stood on the other side of the Water Formation Wall. His figure, reflected by the wall of water, appeared even more mysterious and powerful.
His voice passed through the water wall, reaching Uchiha Ren's ears clearly. "That's right, this is the Water Formation Wall. It can not only defend against physical attacks but also block some ninjutsu attacks. Come on, use your Great Fireball."
Kakashi hadn't even finished speaking when Uchiha Ren's hands flew through the hand seals!
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!"
The Great Fireball, like a burning meteor, tore through the air, crashing into the Water Formation Wall with a searing trail.
The water wall rippled under the fireball's impact. The collision of fire and water produced a hissing sound, and steam billowed out, forming a thick, hazy mist.
However, despite the immense power of the Great Fireball, the Water Formation Wall stood like an impregnable fortress, steadily blocking the attack.
The fireball's flames dissipated against the water wall, turning into wisps of smoke, while the wall itself remained standing tall.
Kakashi stood on the other side of the Water Formation Wall, a satisfied smile on his face.
This defensive Water Release ninjutsu cast by him would be difficult to break through easily, even for a ninja from the Uchiha Clan who used the Great Fireball Technique year-round.
Much less from a child.
Just as Kakashi was about to continue his lesson, Uchiha Ren showed no intention of stopping.
His hands flew through hand seals again, three times in a row. Each time was accompanied by a low shout as three Great Fireballs slammed into the Water Formation Wall one after another.
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!"
Each impact from the fireballs made the ripples on the Water Formation Wall more violent and the steam even thicker.
Kakashi's eyebrow twitched slightly. He was surprised by Uchiha Ren's Chakra control and the speed of his ninjutsu release.
Under the fierce assault of three consecutive Great Fireballs, the Water Formation Wall finally reached its limit.
With the final impact, the water wall collapsed with a roar, transforming into countless water droplets that scattered and splashed, glinting dazzlingly in the sunlight.
Uchiha Ren looked at the collapsing Water Formation Wall, a triumphant smile spreading across his face.
However, before his smile could fully form, a figure appeared behind him in an instant, like a phantom.
Kakashi grabbed Uchiha Ren and lifted him upside down. His voice held a hint of reprimand, "Brat, you go that hard on your own teacher?"
Hanging upside down, Uchiha Ren looked a bit awkward but still managed to squeeze out a smile. "No, no, no, Teacher Kakashi, I was just trying to test how many Great Fireballs this jutsu could actually defend against."
"Defend against Great Fireballs, huh?" Kakashi narrowed his eye, muttering to himself.
Just how did that eyebrow-less genin manage to provoke this exceptionally talented kid?
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