Changes to the Child of Prophecy! The Eight-Hundred-Year Practitioner Trait! (Part Two)

No changes were visible on the surface of the skin on Qingyu's palm, but she could vaguely sense that every cell beneath the skin was undergoing continuous transformation.

The effects of this trait are not limited to Medical Ninjutsu.

Yang Release Chakra is the foundation of all life energy, and this trait can enhance the effect of Yang Release Chakra, meaning that all of Qingyu's recovery abilities will increase accordingly.

Wound healing speed, physical recovery speed, and even the body's regenerative ability will be stronger than before.

More importantly, this trait applies to all Yang Release Ninjutsu, not just the medical field.

Even if Qingyu uses the Akimichi Clan's secret Ninjutsu, he will still receive a bonus.

If he is fortunate enough to learn Tsunade's S-rank Ninjutsu "Creation Rebirth" in the future, the value of this trait will be further amplified.

Qingyu clenched her fist, feeling the increased life force within her body, and a slight smile appeared on her lips.

The effects of the B-Rank Trait did not disappoint him.

This is only the first B-Rank Trait, and on his system panel, there are several other C-Rank Trait also marked with a synthesis condition of 0.

If you keep grinding, the second and third B-Rank Trait won't be too far away.

Even higher-level S-Rank Trait.

At that time, his snowball will grow faster and faster!

Konoha in June.

Qingyu and Shizune walked side by side on their way to the herbal medicine shop.

Tsunade had run out of the Medicinal Bath ingredients she had prepared, and the two were about to go and replenish them.

As they walked, Shizune explained to Qingyu how to identify several highly poisonous plants, while Qingyu nodded in agreement from time to time and occasionally asked a question or two.

"By the way, if an excessive amount of Sasori Poison Extract is added to the 'Green Ivy Powder' formula, to what extent will its toxicity increase?"

Qingyu recalled what Shizune had taught her before and casually asked a question.

Just as Shizune was about to answer, a hearty laugh suddenly came from ahead.

"Hey, isn't that Qingyu and Shizune!"

A tall man with long white hair emerged from the street corner, his red jacket fluttering in the wind.

Qingyu stopped and nodded slightly to Jiraiya.

"Lord Jiraiya."

"It's been a long time, Lord Jiraiya."

Even Shizune, she still greeted everyone politely.

Jiraiya strode up to the two of them, looked Qingyu up and down, and suddenly patted Qingyu hard on the shoulder.

"Kid, you've grown quite a bit taller. I heard you've been making quite a name for yourself on the battlefield lately, even managing to outwit that Scorch Release user, Pakura, from Sunagakure. Well done!"

Qingyu's shoulder went slightly numb from the pat, but she replied without changing her expression, "It was just good luck."

"Yes, you have the style I had in my youth."

Jiraiya laughed heartily, then, as if remembering something, his expression softened slightly.

"By the way, Qingyu, could you please pass on a message to Tsunade and ask if she's free to have a drink with me these next few days? I'm about to leave the village again for a trip, and it'll be at least a few months before we meet again."

Jiraiya paused, then added, "Tell her the usual place, the same Izakaya. I still remember the money she didn't pay me for the drinks last time."

Qingyu nodded.

"I will tell Sister Tsunade."

"Good."

Jiraiya nodded in satisfaction, and was about to say something more when he suddenly saw two green Toad hopping towards him.

Qingyu's gaze fell on the two Toad, and she recognized who they were.

They are Sage Fukasaku and Sage Shima.

Sage Fukasaku stature, with long white eyebrows on his forehead, green skin, and a tuft of white beard on his chin.

Sage Shima was slightly smaller, with bright purple lipstick on her lips and even a purple bun on her head.

The two Toad have lived for a full eight hundred years and are true elders of Mount Myōboku.

Three lines of text suddenly appeared before Qingyu's eyes.

[Collectible trait detected: Eight-Hundred-Year Practitioner]

[C-Rank Trait: Eight-Hundred-Year Practitioner]

[Effect: Increases affinity with Natural Energy by 60%, and halves the charging time for "Sage Mode".]

Qingyu examined it carefully and found that the effect was quite good.

If entering "Sage Mode" requires three minutes of charging time, then he only needs one and a half minutes.

If it continues to improve in the future, it's not impossible for him to instantly activate "Sage Mode" like Hashirama Senju!

The next moment, Qingyu's perception suddenly underwent a subtle change.

The Natural Energy in the air, which was previously only faint and vaguely perceptible, became clearer than ever before at this moment.

Previously, those Natural Energy were like blurry outlines hidden behind a thick fog; Qingyu knew they existed, but could never see or touch them.

Now, those clumps of air that were originally invisible and unseen have suddenly become clearly perceptible "clusters of air".

They float in the air, flow among the branches and leaves of trees, and settle in the cracks of the stone slabs underfoot.

Qingyu understood; this was the Natural Energy that roamed freely in the earth and air.

He sensed it for a moment and discovered that Natural Energy was everywhere.

Qingyu guessed that this energy was like air, enveloping the entire Shinobi World.

As for whether they exist in outer space or on the moon, Qingyu has no idea for the time being.

Even if there are, Qingyu estimates there probably won't be many.

Otherwise, you could simply plant the God Tree in outer space or on the moon.

Are these Natural Energy approaching me?

Immediately, Qingyu noticed that the Natural Energy were slowly approaching him, as if they were being drawn to him.

When he met the Slug Katsuyu Sage in Shikkotsu Forest before, he also obtained a similar trait, [Natural Energy Affinity], which also increases the effect by 60%.

Now that the two traits are combined, the affinity level has reached 120%.

This means that even if he doesn't actively absorb it, his body can passively attract Natural Energy.

Furthermore, when Qingyu activates "Sage Mode," the required charging time is significantly reduced.

Qingyu pondered whether he could also reduce the time required to cultivate "Senjutsu".

However, Qingyu remained expressionless, simply standing quietly beside Shizune.

"Um?"

Sage Shima suddenly let out a soft exclamation, turned his head, and glanced at Qingyu with his bulging frog eyes.

Is this little human imp stirring up the surrounding Natural Energy?

Why does she feel like Natural Energy around her is flowing in this direction?

Sage Shima's perception was renowned throughout Mount Myōboku, even surpassing that of Sage Fukasaku.

She clearly felt that the Natural Energy, which should have been evenly distributed in the air, was now being gently stirred by an invisible hand and slowly converging towards the black-haired boy.

Although the flow is slow and the amplitude is slight, it is indeed moving.

How could a human brat who hasn't even formally practiced "Senjutsu" possibly do such a thing?

"Honey, what's wrong?"

Sage Fukasaku noticed his wife's unusual behavior and turned to ask her a question.

He was less perceptive than Sage Shima, and did not notice the subtle changes in Natural Energy.

Sage Shima glanced at Qingyu again, but didn't notice anything amiss.

"It's nothing, honey."

Sage Shima shook his head.

Perhaps it was just her imagination.

After all, it's common to sense something unusual in a place like Konoha.

This village has more freaks than there are freaks, so one more won't make a difference.

"Boss, Big Sister, what brings you here?"

Jiraiya curiously looked down at the two old green Toad at his feet.

Mount Myōboku is thousands of miles away from Konoha, and these two elders rarely come to the human world on their own initiative.

They only come here occasionally, either because they have urgent business with him or to buy daily necessities that are not available in Mount Myōboku.

After all, human technology has far surpassed that of Mount Myōboku in many aspects, especially in those strange and wonderful kitchen utensils. Every time Sage Shima visits, he buys a whole bunch of them to take back with him.

"It's the Great Elder who wants to see you."

Sage Fukasaku then withdrew his attention and looked at Jiraiya with a serious expression.

"That old idiot must be half asleep again, having some weird dream that makes him want to find you."

"That's what Sage Shima said without any politeness."

"Honey, how could you speak of the Great Elder like that!"

Sage Fukasaku immediately turned his head, his tone carrying a hint of displeasure.

"That's true. All he does all day is sleep and dream. When he wakes up, he's confused and often forgets things."

"Sage Shima muttered."

"The Great Elder master is the foundation of Mount Myōboku. It is extremely rude of you to say that."

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"Alright, alright, boss, big sister, stop arguing."

Jiraiya quickly smoothed things over, then lowered his head and asked, "But what exactly did the Great Toad Sage want with me this time?"

You'll find out when you get there.

The Sage Fukasaku spoke.

Because he didn't know either, he only came here because of the orders of the Great Toad Sage.

Jiraiya scratched the back of his head, then turned to Qingyu and Shizune, his cheerful smile returning to his face.

"Well, Qingyu, Shizune, I'll be going now. Don't forget to pass on my message to Tsunade!"

Qingyu nodded, watching Jiraiya's figure disappear into the white smoke along with the two Toad.

After Jiraiya left, Qingyu pondered whether he should go to Shikkotsu Forest to see what changes might have occurred.

After all, the concentration of Natural Energy in the Three Great Sage Lands far exceeds that of Natural Energy in the outside world.

He wanted to see if he could try learning "Sage Mode".

"Sage Mode" allows for the perfect fusion of Natural Energy with one's own Chakra, thereby greatly enhancing the power of all Ninjutsu.

Given his current Natural Energy Affinity, perhaps it's worth a try.

However, Qingyu had no idea whether there would be any punishment if the "Sage Mode" in Shikkotsu Forest failed.

Although the Katsuyu Sage looks gentler and is much easier to get along with than the White Snake Sage and the Great Toad Sage.

He doesn't like fighting or killing, and has a very good personality.

However, if one fails to cultivate in Ryūchi Cave, they will be directly eaten by the White Snake Sage.

If one fails in their ascetic practice at Mount Myōboku, they will turn into stone directly, unless someone watches over them beforehand and helps them by using special tools to channel Natural Energy to prevent petrification.

And what about Shikkotsu Forest?

Qingyu suddenly thought of a possibility.

After he went to Shikkotsu Forest, he still hadn't seen the so-called "bones".

Does failure mean turning into a pile of bones?

Qingyu thought about it and felt a chill run down her spine.

However, he believes that if he really goes to cultivate, given the Katsuyu Sage's personality, he will definitely help keep an eye on things.

"Let's keep going, Shizune."

"Good."

Shizune nodded.

Mount Myōboku.

Jiraiya followed Sage Fukasaku and Sage Shima through layers of enormous vegetation and arrived at an ancient and simple hall.

Inside the main hall, there is a huge chair.

A huge Toad was perched on top of it.

The Great Toad Sage's skin is dark brown, covered with lines and spots left by the passage of time.

Its eyes were half-open, half-closed, as if it were fast asleep, yet also as if it were awake.

"My Great Elder, I've brought Jiraiya with me."

The Sage Fukasaku to the stone seat and spoke respectfully.

The Great Toad Sage did not react at all, remaining in that half-asleep, half-awake state.

"Great Elder?"

The Sage Fukasaku called out again.

There was still no response.

"I told you, that old fool was probably still half asleep."

Sage Shima crossed his arms, looking as if he had expected this all along.

Jiraiya sighed helplessly, and was about to wake up the Great Toad Sage when the giant Toad suddenly moved.

"Hmm... who is it?"

The Great Toad Sage's voice was distant, like an echo rising from a deep well.

"Great Elder, it's me, Fukasaku. I've brought Jiraiya with me."

The Sage Fukasaku, quickly replied.

"Who is Little Jiraiya?"

The Great Toad Sage looked at Jiraiya with half-open eyes, his gaze filled with confusion.

Jiraiya's lips twitched.

It's always the same.

Every time he came to see the Great Toad Sage, the old man would first completely forget who he was, then remember who he was, and then start talking about serious business again.

When will he finally get used to this kind of treatment?

This classic scene left Jiraiya speechless.

"Great Elder, Jiraiya destined to become the mentor of the 'Child of Prophecy'."

The Sage Fukasaku, patiently explained.

"Prophecy?"

The Great Toad Sage blinked, understanding the key word, and even his cloudy pupils seemed to clear a little.

"That prophecy—yes, that prophecy—"

The Great Toad Sage's body trembled slightly, and his breathing suddenly became a few beats faster.

"Great Elder?"

Sensing something was wrong, Sage Fukasaku asked immediately.

The Great Toad Sage remained silent for a long while before slowly speaking, his voice even lower and hoarse than before.

"Little Jiraiya —I—I had another precognitive dream."

Jiraiya's expression immediately turned serious.

He remembered the last time the Great Toad Sage said those words was a long time ago. Back then, he was still searching for the "Child of Prophecy" mentioned by the Great Toad Sage, the one who would bring about tremendous changes to the Shinobi World.

That precognitive dream changed the course of his life.

If it weren't for this dream, given Jiraiya's personality, he would never have been running around outside Tenten.

Isn't this just forcing yourself to suffer when you can't?

Even when he went outside the village, Jiraiya felt he was gathering material for his book.

Recently, he wanted to publish a book, but he is still in the manuscript writing stage and many contents need to be revised.

"Great Toad Sage, what did you dream about?"

Jiraiya asked curiously.

Could it be that it can predict names?

That would increase his efficiency many times over!

The Great Toad Sage slowly lowered his head, his murky eyes staring straight at Jiraiya.

"The 'Child of Prophecy' —it seems there has been a change."

"Change? What changes?"

Jiraiya was taken aback.

The Great Toad Sage shook his head.

"I—I don't know either. The dream was too blurry. I could only sense that something had changed about the 'Child of Prophecy,' and the once-certain trajectory—was now unclear."

He raised one of his thick forelimbs and pointed it at Jiraiya.