svetikya Chapter 172 Letting Go, Exploring
Chapter 172 Letting Go, Exploring
Chapter 172 Letting Go, Exploring
Taiyi was surprised by how smoothly and quickly he learned the Yin Seal. He had never imagined that he would learn it so well and so quickly.
Fortunately, just the day after Taiyi learned the Yin Seal, an order from the central military camp was issued to him.
This place really doesn't give anyone a moment's peace!
Looking at the mission scroll in his hand, the content was simple: infiltrate the heart of the Wind Kingdom and investigate the transportation and storage of its logistical supplies.
The task is broad and doesn't require destruction; it only requires investigation, which makes things much easier for Taiyi.
After carefully reviewing the task requirements, Taiyi realized it was a solo task with a one-month timeframe, so he wasn't in a rush.
Back in the tent, after packing the necessary supplies, Taiichi went to find Minato and Yohei after they finished their mission for the day.
"What, Taiichi, you're going out on a mission alone? Didn't you just finish your mission at the medical camp yesterday?" Yangping asked, his face full of surprise.
He had been hoping to work on missions with Taiichi again after today. But before he could even voice his thoughts, Taiichi's new mission arrived.
"There's nothing I can do about it. Once a mission is assigned, I can't just refuse." Taiichi was quite frank. As a ninja, he was already used to this. "If it weren't for waiting for you, I would have left this morning."
"Wait for me?" Yangping was stunned, not immediately understanding what Taiichi meant. It wasn't until Saori gently touched his arm that he noticed Taiichi staring intently into his eyes.
"Oh!" Yangping patted his forehead, a warm feeling rising in his heart. Even at a time like this, Taiyi still thought of him. He was truly a good brother.
Seeing Taiichi and Yohei's secretive manner, the others knew that this must be a secret unique to their team, so they didn't pry and left the space to Taiichi, Yohei, and Saori under Minato's guidance.
After everyone else had left, Taiyi led the two to their resting tent.
Yangping was also very self-aware at this time, and obediently sat down in front of Taiyi, waiting for him to do his thing.
A warm, Yang-attribute chakra enveloped Yangping's head, and after only a moment, Taiyi frowned.
"Have you been using your kaleidoscope quite frequently lately? How come it's worn out so much?"
But then Taiichi shook his head. The great battle was over. How many enemies could they possibly encounter on patrol? Besides, there was a master like Minato in the team. Even if they encountered a strong enemy, there was no need for Yohei to take action.
"Are you practicing Susanoo frequently?!" Taiichi asked Yohei, but his words were full of certainty, which was the only possibility.
Hearing Taiichi's words, Saori, standing nearby, also tensed up, her eyes filled with worry as she looked at Yohei. "Kaleidoscopes...use them too much and you'll go blind."
Yang remained silent for a long time before his deep voice finally broke through, "War is too cruel. One careless move and someone who was just laughing and chatting with you is dead. I want to gain greater power so I can protect everyone!"
The tent fell silent for a moment, with only the soft breathing of a few people remaining.
Taiyi didn't know how to persuade him. In fact, he had the same idea, otherwise he wouldn't have used up the skill points he had accumulated over a long time to improve his own strength.
However, Yangping is different from himself; his improvement comes at a price.
Therefore, I still have to give you some advice: "Be careful not to overexert yourself. What's the point of all your efforts if you go blind? Your basic physical fitness is the key. Practice the physical techniques and meditation I've taught you; that's the foundation for improving your strength."
Yang Ping nodded silently, indicating that he understood.
Taiyi looked at Yangping and knew that he must have a mental problem. The excitement of the battlefield, coupled with the curse of blindness from the kaleidoscope, made him lose confidence in his future.
This is not a good sign; it seems we need to give him some confidence.
Taiyi glanced at his own panel.
[Yang attribute property change Lv9 (1456/1600)]
I'm about to reach Lv10, and then I can quickly reach Lv11 using skill points.
"Remember my words: everything depends on human effort. If you set limits for yourself that you can't achieve, then your life is over, and you're destined to go blind."
Yangping closed his eyes and quietly accepted Taiyi's treatment, though his shoulders trembled slightly.
"Taiichi, I'm worried. Every time I use the Kaleidoscope, the blood flowing from the corner of my eye and the blurred vision are constant reminders that these eyes will go blind sooner or later."
I don't know if my training will be effective, or if I can improve my physical fitness to that level before I go blind, as you said.
Even Madara Uchiha only achieved the Eternal Eye by fusing with his younger brother's eyes. How could I possibly be stronger than him?
At this moment, Yangping was filled with confusion about the future.
As he used the kaleidoscope more and more, he realized how powerful these eyes were, while its side effects constantly reminded him that he would eventually go blind.
It truly felt like a curse, tempting every Uchiha with power while blatantly telling them the price of that power, leaving them constantly living in this agonizing anxiety.
Taiyi withdrew his hands from Yangping's head, straightened his body, looked into his eyes, and said solemnly, "Uchiha Madara has his younger brother, but you also have my help. I believe that even Uchiha Madara, at my age, is definitely not as strong as me."
Although it may sound a bit boastful, what Taiichi said was true, and now is the time to give Yangping confidence.
"My Yang attribute nature is about to undergo a qualitative change, which should happen before I return from this mission. At that time, with my medical ninjutsu, I will definitely be able to further alleviate your eye symptoms."
I even believe that as long as my Yang attribute power increases further, it's only a matter of time before I completely solve your eye problem!
Looking into Taiyi's sincere eyes, feeling the coolness from them and regaining his sight, Yangping felt his anxiety completely dissipate, but hope was rekindled.
Indeed, no one in Uchiha history has awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan at his age. While awakening it early doesn't necessarily mean someone is exceptionally talented, it at least demonstrates that his talent was considerable.
With this friend in front of him who keeps creating miracles, his future may not necessarily be bleak.
A smile returned to Yangping's face.
"Thank you, Taiichi. I know. I will be more careful about how often I use the Kaleidoscope from now on, and I will also strengthen my training in the physical techniques and meditation you taught me. I will definitely not let you worry anymore."
Saori wiped away tears from the corners of her eyes. During this time, Taiichi had been busy with medical work, so she had been the only one who stayed with Yohei.
Every time Yohei practiced Susanoo, Saori would stand by and watch over him.
After each practice session, seeing the blood and tears streaming down his face, Saori was filled with worry. She clearly remembered Taiichi saying that every time the Mangekyou Sharingan was used, it was a step towards darkness.
But she couldn't stop it, so she could only bury her worries deep in her heart.
But now things are looking up. Taiyi's strength is about to advance further, Yangping has resolved his inner conflict, and there is hope for his eyes.
Saori felt that today was the happiest day in recent days, even surpassing the joy of the last great victory.
Taiichi patted Yohei and Saori on the shoulder, "I'm going to carry out my mission now. I'll give your eyes some rest when I get back and see how it goes."
Yangping nodded heavily, but remained silent due to his excitement.
Taiichi looked at Saori again, reached out and wiped away the tears from the corner of her eyes. "Saori, keep an eye on Yohei for me. Don't let him overuse the Kaleidoscope. If he starts to shed bloody tears, stop using it immediately."
Saori blushed slightly, but nodded firmly. "Don't worry, Taichi. With you here, I'll keep an eye on him."
"Okay! I'll be going then."
After speaking, he didn't wait for their response before lifting the tent flap and walking out. He had already wasted too much time waiting for them, and now that things were done, he couldn't afford to delay any longer.
After all, there are now two new Jonin advisors in the camp, and they don't know whose people they are. They can't let them find any leverage against them.
Two days later, in an oasis market in the central part of the Land of Wind.
This place is an important transit point in the Land of Wind. Goods traveling to and from the Land of Birds, the Land of Rain, and the Land of Rivers are basically collected and distributed here before being sent to various parts of the Land of Wind or to the three kingdoms.
Naturally, during this tense period, a Sand Village unit is also stationed here.
Taiyi had been here for almost half a day. In the past two days, Taiyi had explored many border cities of the Land of Wind and did find a few stockpiles of supplies, but these were all small-scale storage warehouses and not worth attacking.
This was Taiyi's first time venturing deep into the Land of Wind. It was said that a huge underground water vein existed beneath this place, and this oasis depended on this water vein for its existence.
The oasis was surrounded by walls and watchtowers built of sand, with the figures of Sand Village ninjas patrolling in the distance. Several checkpoints were set up at the entrance, where ninjas dressed in Sand Village attire strictly checked the caravans and people entering and leaving.
Taiichi's keen senses allowed him to clearly perceive that the entire oasis was shrouded in a massive barrier, demonstrating the considerable effort Sunagakure had invested in this area.
At dusk, when the market was busiest with activity, Taiyi created a shadow clone and quietly knocked out a merchant caravan.
The man, disguised as him, swaggered into the oasis with the caravan.
Inside, the entire oasis was divided in two. One side was a normal market, with merchants hawking their wares everywhere, and inns, taverns, and all sorts of shops were available, not much different from an ordinary city.
In one corner of the oasis, several large camel caravans have already set up camp. Some of the merchants are unloading the bulging leather bags and heavy wooden boxes so that the camels, tired from a day's work, can rest.
Some sold their goods directly to the Sunagakure garrison stationed there. Listening to their conversation, it was clear that these were mostly food supplies. The Sunagakure lent some of their supplies to the Sunagakure ninja stationed outside the area through trade with these merchants.
This would solve the supply problem for Sand Village and save their manpower, allowing them to focus on more important tasks.
On the other side of the oasis, it had been transformed into a huge camp. Ninjas were coming and going at the camp gate, and convoys escorted by ninjas were also seen coming out of the camp from time to time.
Taiyi immediately realized that this place was no longer just a market; it also served as a distribution center for Sunagakure's supplies to some extent.
Taiichi, disguised as a merchant, was part of a caravan that helped Sunagakure resupply. As a result, Taiichi was able to have close contact with some Sunagakure ninjas.
From their conversation, Taiyi learned that a high-ranking official from the village seemed to have arrived at the camp today. However, they, the lower-ranking henchmen, didn't know exactly who it was.
It was precisely because he learned of this news that Taiyi decided to remain in hiding, hoping to gain some additional benefits.
Outside the oasis, Taiyi's true form used earth-遁 (earth-遁 is a technique in Chinese fantasy novels) to create a cave beneath the sand.
In a corner of the cave, a man dressed as a servant was sleeping soundly. He was the caravan worker who had been knocked unconscious and replaced by Taiyi. Taiyi had altered his memories with illusion magic. Tomorrow, as long as the caravan came out, he could be replaced without any problems.
In the middle of the cave, his true form was seizing every minute to train himself.
Since realizing his physical shortcomings, Taiichi has never forgotten to strengthen his physical training, even during wartime. Perhaps high-intensity warfare can really force a ninja to grow stronger.
Taiyi felt that his training had been surprisingly effective during this period.
As Taiyi swung his fists and feet, the chakra within his body also surged through his flesh, slowly strengthening his various physical attributes.
Taiyi had a strong premonition that tonight, or even after completing this advanced physical technique, his body would advance to a new level.
Sure enough, as soon as Taiyi finished his stance and stood up straight, the panel immediately gave a prompt.
[Through long-term training, Physical Attack +1, Strength +1, Agility +1]
Looking at my own panel.
Name: Matsushita Taichi Occupation: Chunin Lv8 (1183/1400)
Talent: Diligence can compensate for lack of talent, academic star, highly effective age: 10 years old; physique: 27
Power: 25
Agility: 25
Spirit: 28
Chakra: 53000 (57700)
Attribute points: 24
Skill points: 11
Fire attribute transformation Lv12 (2233/4000)
Wind attribute change level 11 (2122/3000)
Water property change Lv11 (935/3000)
Earth attribute property change Lv7 (143/1200)
Lightning attribute change level 7 (28/1200)
Yang attribute property change Lv9 (1442/1600)
Yin attribute property change Lv7 (831/1200)
Chakra Form Transformation Lv9 (1541/1600)
Chakra Control Lv11 (2143/3000)
Ice attribute change level 6 (301/1000)
技能：进阶体术Lv6（2612/7000），进阶冥想Lv6（1604/7000），进阶刀术Lv6
（1622/7000），怪力Lv8（820/1200），封印术Lv11（811/3000）
Evaluation: Hard work pays off. Your strength and agility have finally caught up with that of a regular Jonin, but the revolution is not yet complete. Comrades, you still need to work hard. Right now, you are just a weakling who has barely met the standard.
Taiyi was exasperated; he really shouldn't expect to see any good ratings from the panel. If his current strength was considered weak...
If we're talking about chickens, then how many people in the ninja world can be considered powerful?
Ignoring the panel that only spouted nonsense, Taiyi felt the changes in himself and started practicing advanced physical techniques again, striving to become familiar with his newfound power as soon as possible.
The next day, Taiyi's shadow clone left the oasis with the caravan, while his main body, along with the merchant, secretly switched places with the shadow clone.
The guy, apart from feeling dizzy, didn't notice anything unusual.
After disbanding his shadow clones, Taiichi learned from his resurrected memories that a high-ranking figure from Sunagakure had arrived at the oasis. He was curious as to why a high-ranking Sunagakure official would be present in such a transit point.
Since there was still plenty of time, Taiyi decided to investigate the situation thoroughly before leaving.
Taiyi then used the same method again, infiltrating the oasis by replacing personnel. However, this time he was more careful and created an additional shadow clone as a personal item, which was then brought into the camp by another clone.
This ensures that there is always a shadow clone in the oasis, preventing it from appearing during periods of surveillance.
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