Uchiha Chonhua was now eleven years old, and he had inherited everything the orange-haired man had possessed at that age.
He hadn't absorbed enough Natural Energy yet. He had only just begun Sage Transformation, which showed in the flame-like markings on his body.
But even Sage Transformation at the level of mere markings had given him a considerable boost in strength.
Most notably, the addition of Natural Energy had caused his chakra to undergo a transformation.
Natural Energy, combined with spiritual and physical energy, formed the more powerful Sage Chakra.
With Sage Chakra enhancing them, all three of his ninja arts—ninjutsu, taijutsu, and genjutsu—had received a tremendous boost.
Even his Kekkei Genkai, the Sharingan, showed signs of further development under the nourishment of Sage Chakra...
Given enough time, perhaps it really could evolve into the Mangekyō Sharingan naturally.
"Too bad I can't verify whether Sage Chakra can really promote the Sharingan's evolution."
Uchiha Chonhua felt a little regretful. He wouldn't live to see the results of such a major experiment.
In a little over a year, Uchiha Itachi would awaken the Mangekyō Sharingan. The progress Sage Chakra brought was no match for the speed of a cheat!
Uchiha Chonhua let the flame-like markings fade and sat on the edge of the bed, lost in thought.
Natural Energy was dangerous, violent, and uncontrollable.
Earlier, he had lost control of himself and laughed maniacally. That was the emotional influence Natural Energy had on him.
Natural Energy had tormented Jugo Tenbin into developing a split personality. He was usually mild-mannered, but when he became violent, he had a powerful urge to kill. His mind became confused, and he could hardly control himself.
But Uchiha Chonhua was different. Once he realized Natural Energy was affecting his emotions, he used his powerful mental strength to