20demayo Chapter 9: A Review of the Gains
Chapter 9: A Review of the Gains
Sunlight streamed in through the window at an angle, and the air carried a faint smell of disinfectant.
Mo Jingxian leaned against the headboard, her wounds sending waves of pain through her.
He remained unconscious for three days.
I vividly remember seeing several figures rushing towards the spot where I fell before I lost consciousness.
I wonder if it can fool the higher-ups in Konoha. The outburst of the Nine-Tails' chakra must have really touched a nerve with the Hokage.
Hopefully, the final arrangements will work.
I am still too weak to withstand in-depth investigation by those with ulterior motives.
"Knock knock knock".
A knock came at the door.
"Please come in."
The door was pushed open, and Minato Namikaze walked into the ward with a warm smile.
"Immortal, it's so good to see you're alright."
"Thank you for your concern, Brother Minato. I'm feeling great now."
"You've been unconscious for three days, and Kushina was very worried about you. She was going to come and visit you in person, but..."
Minato sat down on the edge of the bed like a friendly older brother.
When talking about Kushina, he deliberately shrugged, giving her a knowing look.
From the moment Shuimen entered the room, Mo Jingxian wore a faint smile.
His smile was genuine; he was truly grateful to the Minato couple.
This is also why he tried so hard to curry favor with powerful figures. If it weren't for Minato blocking his way, the people who came today would likely have been from the Anbu.
Or perhaps the root.
Being targeted by these two departments is not a pleasant thing.
Upon reflection, he felt fortunate for his foresight and his gratitude towards Minato Namikaze was heartfelt.
"Brother Minato, tell me what happened next, you know."
Mo Jingxian pointed to her head.
Minato looked him over and, seeing that he was in good condition, felt much relieved.
"The Hidden Sand Village has declared war on the Hidden Leaf Village."
Shuimen dropped a bombshell first, and Mo Jingxian cooperated by showing a surprised expression.
"On the day the war was declared, the Hokage was discussing countermeasures with his two advisors when the Sand Village spies, who had been lurking in Konoha, suddenly launched an attack."
Later intelligence revealed that ninjas from Iwagakure, Kumogakure, and Kirigakure were also involved in the attack. In short... the situation was extremely chaotic, but thankfully it was eventually quelled.
"I see, so the one who attacked me was also a spy from the enemy village."
Minato Namikaze nodded, his expression quite serious.
"That's one of the reasons I came to see you. There's some confidential information I can't tell you, but..."
At this point, Minato paused, then continued:
"Fairy, do you believe me?"
What's meant to happen will happen; hiding isn't an option. Fortunately, it was Minato who came to inquire this time.
Xian admits that he initially approached Minato with ulterior motives, but through these days of contact, he has come to admire Minato and finds him to be a man from whom it is impossible to feel hostility.
"Of course I believe in Brother Minato. You wouldn't harm me, right?"
Minato stared into Mo Jingxian's eyes and saw sincerity, candor, and youthful spirit within them.
Minato smiled.
He trusted his own judgment and also trusted the boy lying in the hospital bed.
This was not arrogance; from the first moment he saw Mo Jingxian, he sensed that this young man was different from others.
Different from everyone else.
Of course, the most important thing is that Kushina did not detect Mo Jingxian's malice through Kagura's Mind's Eye.
"Xian, tell me about the attack you were in. Think carefully, and try not to miss any details."
Mo Jingxian tilted her head slightly, as if she were recalling something.
He then described the situation at the time.
"After parting ways with Brother Minato, I returned home, passing through..."
He described the entire process in detail, without adding any personal feelings, and his narration was very objective.
Of course, he omitted the details of his deal with the scales of fate, only mentioning that he fainted after being hit.
Minato lowered his head and pondered for a moment.
"Describe the appearance of the opponent's weapon in more detail."
"One is a long, needle-like sword that moves with incredible speed, appearing and disappearing without a trace. The second can unleash lightning, and its tip has serrated edges..."
Minato finally confirmed that the visitors were two members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.
He looked up and stared at Mo Jingxian in surprise for a long time, looking somewhat puzzled.
"What's wrong, Minato-nii? Is something the problem?"
"I don't even know how to tell you this, all I can say is that you're really lucky to be alive."
"Did Minato discover something?"
Minato smiled and shook his head.
"Kurihara Kushimaru and Kurosuki Raiga, elite ninjas of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, I really don't know how you survived. Maybe it's just luck."
Even Minato didn't believe that Mo Jingxian could survive being targeted by two enemy elite ninjas, let alone the Nine-Tails chakra incident.
Mo Jingxian was probably forced into this fight and was knocked unconscious at the beginning. As for why the enemy didn't finish her off, it's likely because there was a more important opponent, the one who possessed the Nine-Tails' chakra.
Minato thought to himself.
The incident was shrouded in mystery, and he was immediately ruled out.
Mo Jingxian feigned shock and remained silent for a long time.
"Okay, you don't need to worry. Actually, this isn't specifically targeting you, so... you know what I mean."
Mo Jingxian rolled her eyes, and even Minato Namikaze started joking.
At the same time, I breathed a sigh of relief; I had managed to get through this hurdle.
"Brother Minato, what about the Uchiha clan...?"
"The Hokage means to leave this matter here. I know you may feel wronged, but we must prioritize the greater good."
Mo Jingxian nodded.
"I'll listen to Brother Shuimen."
"Of course, we can't let you suffer a loss. We still need to give you compensation. Think about it... what do you need? I'll go and talk to Team Leader Fugaku."
That would put him off his sleepiness. Back when he was with the Uchiha clan, even after joining the Eighth Hokage, he only acquired a few basic, universal ninjutsu.
He had long coveted the Uchiha genjutsu, so how could he easily let this opportunity slip by?
"Hmm, I'm not greedy, I'll just ask for a few ninjutsu... Magic Illusion: Mirror World Spin, Magic Illusion: Shackle Technique, Magic Illusion: Tree Binding Kill, Magic Illusion: This Place Is Not a Technique."
He started counting on his fingers, leaving Minato speechless with a wry smile.
"You think the Uchiha clan's genjutsu is as common as cabbage? You even gave them a name! Just you wait... I'm going to talk to them."
"Why not take it if it's free? They owe me one."
Mo Jingxian spoke with conviction, and the two exchanged a smile.
Shuimen left.
The ward fell silent again.
This level was easy because of the water gate, but what about the next one?
He hadn't forgotten that he had risked almost his entire life to escape a certain death.
does it worth?
Of course it's worth it. What use is this cheat code if you're already dead?
He silently turned on his personal profile.
[Host: Mo Jingxian]
【Life: 31】
Sex: 15
[Skills: Uchiha Swordsmanship, Water Dragon Technique, Water Substitution Technique (Modified), Water Body Flicker Technique (Modified), Active Mist, Wind Release: Vacuum Blade, Sealing Technique Principles]
[Talent: Water Elemental Mastery (Intermediate)]
[Tradable Items: Luck, Soul, Water Substitution Technique, Water Instantaneous Movement Technique, Wind Release: Vacuum Blade]
Reputation Points: 32
"Active Mist" and "Wind Release: Vacuum Blade" have been successfully added to the panel, and Water Element Mastery has been upgraded to Intermediate.
There is great terror between life and death; I've often heard people mention it before.
I never expected to experience it myself.
None of these are important; the most crucial element is the "principle of sealing techniques."
Although the experience card only lasts for one minute, the memory is truly preserved, and that is the greatest gain.
Looking at oneself from the perspective of a Kage-level powerhouse naturally provides a superior and insightful perspective.
This is why he was able to master two ninjutsu techniques in such a short time.
The benefits go far beyond these.
Looking back at the sealing technique, its obscure and difficult parts become clear.
Although specific techniques cannot be used at present due to the limitations of chakra attributes and quantity, the principle remains the same, and it is entirely possible to find alternative ways to integrate it into one's own ninjutsu.
With water element mastery reaching the intermediate level, one is one step closer to refining all the waters in the world.
Mo Jingxian waved her hand gently.
A few meters away from him, the clear water in the vase was summoned and fell into his palm.
The water flow was minimal, about the size of a pencil.
This, however, is a qualitative breakthrough.
It's not ninjutsu, and there's no chakra involved; he can control a pool of water in his palm simply by understanding the water element.
The water spun rapidly in my palm, forming a small whirlpool.
Mo Jingxian gradually added chakra.
The water vortex changed, and a mini water dragon evolved.
The water dragon has a single horn on its head, its scales are more finely arranged, and it has four claws on its ribs, revealing its supernatural nature.
This technique is "Water Dragon Technique," an upgrade from "Water Python Technique."
Compared to before, this technique has more variations and is easier to control.
The increased offensive and defensive capabilities go without saying, but the most crucial point is that spellcasting is completely free from the control of spell seals, allowing spellcasting to be done at will.
It can be described as a ninjutsu without a seal.
The miniature water dragon coiled around his fingers, flicking its tongue, mimicking the movements perfectly.
Mo Jingxian controlled the water dragon to perform several difficult maneuvers, and then with a thought, she moved her mind.
The water dragon transformed into water vapor, which diffused and filled the entire ward.
"Active Mist".
The transition between the two ninjutsu was incredibly smooth, with chakra utilization approaching 100%.
This is a talent that comes from reaching the intermediate level of water elemental mastery, which is crucial for him as he is about to step onto the battlefield.
On the battlefield, every bit of chakra becomes a trump card for survival.
The harvest was gratifying, but the price was extremely high.
Mo Jingxian has only one year left to live.
Ironically, he was once quite pleased with himself for securing a year of peaceful time for cultivation.
Little did they know that their words would become a self-fulfilling prophecy.
So that's how long it took.
Fate seemed to be playing a cruel joke on him.
He didn't want to wait to die, nor was he willing to give up; he was determined to fight for his own survival no matter what.
One idea after another surfaced in his mind, only to be rejected by him.
Ultimately, he focused on the interstitial cells.
Knowing the plot, he knew that Obito, who would later instigate the Fourth Shinobi World War, was prolonging his life with Hashirama's cells.
The goal can be achieved by using Yin Release chakra to suppress the phagocytic nature of Hashirama's cells.
As for how to obtain Yin Release chakra.
Since the Scales of Fate can trade for mastery of the Water element, it must also have mastery of both Yin and Yang attributes.
He silently made a list in his mind.
Intercolumnar cells, mastery of Yin elements, and a large amount of reputation points.
You must collect them all within a year!
It's extremely difficult, but does he have any other choice?