Tenfold Critical Hit

[You have gifted a high-quality talent with a level-two cultivation relationship, Naruto Uzumaki—Shadow Clone Technique training scroll (hand-drawn version)]

[High-quality talent Naruto Uzumaki is deeply moved, triggering a tenfold critical hit]

[Reward obtained: Fire Style Chakra Nature Transformation (Advanced)]

The moment the reward was received, a massive influx of memories regarding Fire Style chakra nature transformation flooded into Qiushui's mind like a tidal wave. These memories were so vivid that they felt like personal experiences, with every detail etched clearly into his mind.

Qiushui's eyes brightened as a systematic understanding of chakra cultivation naturally surfaced in his consciousness.

Chakra attribute cultivation is primarily divided into two dimensions: nature transformation and shape transformation.

Chakra nature transformation involves converting chakra into energy with specific attributes, granting it distinct characteristics and destructive power.

The five basic natures—Wind, Fire, Lightning, Water, and Earth—form the cornerstone of the ninjutsu system.

The higher the level of nature transformation, the greater the power of the ninjutsu.

When two or more chakra nature transformations are fused and used together, they create entirely new techniques; this is the fundamental principle behind the formation of Kekkei Genkai.

Chakra shape transformation involves precise control over the shape, size, movement trajectory, and degree of compression of chakra.

Examples include Kakashi's Chidori, which materializes lightning-style chakra into a sharp spear-like shape, or the Rasengan developed by Namikaze Minato, which compresses chakra into a high-speed rotating sphere.

When nature transformation and shape transformation are perfectly fused, the power of the ninjutsu multiplies exponentially.

Recalling the previously acquired chakra nature transformation and the max-level Fireball Technique, combined with his new Fire Style chakra shape transformation, Qiushui felt an urge to test it out. He walked to the riverbank, formed hand seals, and gathered a massive amount of chakra in his throat. His chest swelled rapidly; he leaned back slightly before lunging forward, shouting, "Fire Style: Fireball Technique!"

In an instant, a massive fireball roughly ten meters in diameter erupted from his mouth. The scorching red light illuminated the river surface. The moment the fireball touched the water, it emitted a violent "hissing" sound. As fire and water collided, a vast cloud of white steam billowed up, permeating the riverbank.

Not far away, Uchiha Sasuke, who had just finished drinking water to soothe his throat, was preparing to continue his training. He formed hand seals and channeled his chakra, but only managed to spit out a small red fireball about three meters in diameter.

"Damn it, why is it still so small?"

Sasuke felt frustrated and was about to try again when his peripheral vision caught the massive fireball released by Qiushui. His movements froze instantly, and he stood there, stunned, his gaze fixed on the lingering glow over the river.

"So strong..."

Although the Fireball Technique was not exclusive to the Uchiha Clan, it was one of the fire-style ninjutsu they used most frequently. Whenever the technique was mentioned, people would instinctively associate it with the Uchiha.

It was the first ninjutsu Sasuke had learned as a child, and he had seen his father and Itachi Uchiha perform it many times. Yet, he was certain that even the fireballs released by those two were not as large as Qiushui's.

An unconcealable longing appeared in Sasuke's eyes. Comparing his own tiny fireball to Qiushui's, the gap was like heaven and earth. If he could master a Fireball Technique of such power, would he not be one step closer to his goal of taking revenge on Itachi Uchiha?

Although he was still young, he had been studying for four years, and given his extraordinary experiences, he was no longer as naive as he had been as a child; he understood basic social nuances.

He and Qiushui were strangers with no connection; why would the man teach him?

Even if he swallowed his pride and asked, the chances of being rejected were extremely high.

If the Uchiha Clan still existed, the proud Sasuke would never have considered asking others for guidance, as it would tarnish the clan's image. But now, for the sake of revenge, he decided to set aside his ego and give it a try.

However, when Sasuke's gaze landed on Naruto Uzumaki, who was sitting behind Qiushui, his legs felt as heavy as lead, and he could not take a single step forward.

If it were anyone else, he might have been able to force himself to approach, but he did not want his desperate, low-status appearance to be seen by Naruto, the biggest loudmouth in the entire school. If he were caught by him, he was certain the whole school would know about it by the next day.

Sasuke stood in place, silent for a long time, before finally abandoning the thought, comforting himself internally.

Itachi Uchiha's strength was so immense that a mere Fireball Technique would hardly be enough to defeat him.

Qiushui was naturally unaware of Sasuke's thoughts. While he had intended to attract Sasuke's attention by performing the Fireball Technique, his primary goal was to test the power of his fire-style ninjutsu.

Seeing this scene, Naruto, who was behind him, widened his eyes and could no longer sit still.

Although he had just learned the Shadow Clone Technique, he still preferred offensive ninjutsu.

Having witnessed that massive fireball with his own eyes, Naruto felt an itch in his heart. If he could learn this, wouldn't he be able to walk around the school with his head held high?

In his mind, he had already begun to fantasize about learning this technique, defeating Sasuke in a practical combat class, and having everyone surround him, cheering his name.

Naruto wiped the drool from the corner of his mouth and immediately ran up to Qiushui, asking, "Teacher Qiushui, what is the name of this ninjutsu? Can I learn it?"

Qiushui turned around and said, "Don't bite off more than you can chew. You've only just learned one technique, and you already want to learn another?"

While he liked Naruto's proactive and studious nature, he knew that Naruto possessed Wind Style chakra. Theoretically, one could perform ninjutsu of other attributes even if their chakra didn't match, but it would be twice the effort for half the result, making it not worth the cost.

Naruto, however, leaned in with a cheeky grin: "Let me try, please."

He had learned the Shadow Clone Technique in an instant, and he was currently in a state of overflowing confidence, feeling that as long as Teacher Qiushui taught him, no ninjutsu would be a problem.

Qiushui did not dampen his enthusiasm but patiently taught him how to use the Fireball Technique.

The result was exactly as Qiushui had expected.

Naruto stood by the river, puffing out his cheeks for over half an hour. Aside from being exhausted and panting, and spitting saliva all over the ground, he didn't produce a single spark. In the end, he could only walk back sheepishly.

He felt that perhaps he wasn't a genius after all, and that his success earlier had just been a stroke of luck.

Qiushui said nothing and prepared to begin the lesson.

He took out a piece of chakra test paper and had Naruto test his chakra attribute.

Naruto, curious, followed Qiushui's instructions and concentrated his chakra onto the paper.

The chakra test paper was sliced in two, as if by a sharp blade.

Qiushui said, "Your chakra is of the Wind attribute."

He then explained in detail the basic knowledge of chakra attributes and the direction of ninjutsu cultivation suitable for Naruto.

Only then did it dawn on Naruto, and he finally understood that he was not suited for practicing fire-style ninjutsu.