Sharingan, Awakening!

"Bloodline enhancement, Sharingan..."

Kyohiko closed his eyes.

He sensed a connection, but it didn't match those eyes, so the power within them was resisting.

but.

Chakra depletion is noticeably decreasing.

"Is this the Eternal Mangekyō, and why must it be seen through the eyes of a loved one?"

Kyohiko was deep in thought.

Just like a rejection reaction, there is a certain barrier between the eyes; it cannot be achieved simply by connecting nerves.

He tried to dispel the power within his eyes, but...

Obviously.

Unable to succeed.

On the contrary, in each experiment, he felt that his mind and vision seemed to be changing.

He has even greater control over those eyes now!

However, it still cannot be turned off.

Day four.

The power of the Sharingan was dispelled, but the power in those eyes could not be restored.

It was even in a state of near blindness, with very blurred vision.

This must be an unexpected consequence of forcibly dispelling the power of the pupils.

A new capability has been added to the system panel.

[Kekkei Genkai]: Sharingan (Hidden)

hide.

They haven't "Awakening" yet.

"These eyes aren't really mine."

Kyohiko thought to himself.

Then, he created a Shadow Clone to help replace the eyes.

Sharingan Kekkei Genkai.

Kyohiko recalled the feeling of dispelling his pupil power, then pondered and recalled it carefully, and finally focused his mind.

Focus!

He focused all his attention on his eyes, attempting to stimulate his mind and emotions with Genjutsu, while also mobilizing his Chakra to gather in his brain.

Kyohiko has always felt that...

The Mangekyō Sharingan might be quite difficult to awaken, requiring extreme emotional stimulation, making the process and Awakening method challenging.

Ordinary Sharingan shouldn't need to experience such intense emotions.

Once one's spirit reaches a certain level and one possesses the necessary spiritual lineage, one should be able to "Awakening."

Since I acquired a bloodline through the system, Awakening shouldn't be too difficult.

not to mention.

During his previous process of dispelling "pupil power," he also came to understand some of the principles of pupil power.

Essentially, it is a feedback mechanism resulting from specific changes in the brain.

The so-called "eye that reflects the soul" refers to the Kekkei Genkai of the eyes caused by the stimulation of the brain by emotions, which creates a certain variation in the brain region.

Or rather, it's not a mutation, but rather this structure is inherently present in the eyes of the descendants of the Uchiha Clan.

Emotional and mental strength can activate this special nerve and stimulate the power of the Kekkei Genkai.

So, working backwards...

Stimulate the location where pupillary light previously disappeared using mental and emotional means.

A few seconds later, a sharp pain shot through my eye.

Even Kyohiko was in so much pain that he almost fainted.

After a painful growl.

He felt...

My vision is clear now!

Sharingan, activated.

Kyohiko examined it for a moment, then canceled the Shadow Clone.

"Mitsudomoe."

He was panting, and at that moment, he understood what was happening.

The key to Awakening lies in the spirit, while the key to the Mangekyō Sharingan lies in extreme and intense emotions.

As he guessed, the former can be activated through stimulation once one's strength reaches a certain level.

but.

This skill requires an extremely high degree of control.

Perhaps only Kyohiko could accomplish this; even Tsunade now might lack the necessary skill.

It's not that Tsunade's Chakra control is less refined than Kyohiko's, but rather that Tsunade's research and mastery of the mental realm are not as strong as Kyohiko's.

"Mitsudomoe, and then upwards..."

"Never mind, let it be."

The Sharingan isn't essential; the key is the Chakra of Ashura and Indra.

I don't have either of those things.

so.

Even with the Sage Body and the Eternal Mangekyō, he might not be able to directly obtain the Rinnegan through Madara's methods.

Kyohiko has his own path--

"I need to work even harder!"

There was one more person in Orochimaru's research base.

Kabuto Yakushi adapted to the situation here in just half a day and began to work on some simple experiments.

Aren't you scared?

"Thankfully, they're not human. I've seen this kind of experiment many times in the hospital."

The Kabuto Yakushi's brows were furrowed.

It wasn't that he was indifferent; rather, the sacrifice of some animals was necessary for the research of certain Ninjutsu.

That is precisely the purpose of cultivating them.

Orochimaru nodded slightly.

"I was initially worried that you wouldn't be able to adapt, but now it seems you're indeed very suitable for Ninjutsu research."

What's the point of doing all this?

Kabuto Yakushi followed the instructions, while casually asking a question.

Orochimaru chuckled, "Meaning? Not all Ninjutsu research is meaningful, but some research might unexpectedly have a huge impact."

For example?

As a child who hadn't undergone the training of the Roots, Kabuto Yakushi was already very mature compared to his peers, but...

He was just a child after all.

Children will naturally be curious.

Orochimaru tends to be a little more patient with children, especially Kabuto Yakushi.

He smiled.

"For example, the Chakra Armor I'm making now was originally developed to enhance strength, but now, its function has long since deviated from its original purpose."

Orochimaru paused slightly as he spoke, then continued with his examples.

"The earliest Shadow Clone were created for reconnaissance, but now they have also become an integral part of combat operations."

Kabuto Yakushi fell into deep thought.

He was still thinking.

As Orochimaru said before, all his previous so-called "targets" were other people's targets, not his own.

This child is actually very confused and doesn't know what he should do.

Maybe.

He simply cares about one person, or some people, and wants to have greater power to protect them.

That's all.

This is normal.

It's really difficult for a child to think about the meaning of being a ninja.

Orochimaru stopped what he was doing, looked at Kabuto's thoughtful expression, and couldn't help but smile, without going into further explanation.

"Don't overthink it. You're still young and have plenty of time to think things through. There's no need to rush."

"Yes, Lord Orochimaru."

Kabuto Yakushi continued to carry out the orders.

Although he is very young, he is indeed talented and cautious, knowing what he should and shouldn't do.

Orochimaru was about to say a few more words when he suddenly sensed a fluctuation of Chakra.

He raised an eyebrow, put down the things, and created a Shadow Clone.

I'm going out for a bit.

"Yes!"

Kabuto Yakushi respectfully sees you off.

Orochimaru's true form Body Flicker Technique left and arrived in the forest outside, where he indeed saw Kyohiko Flying Thunder God arrive.

"Is the research over?"

"Well, you could say that."

Kyohiko rubbed his temples, unable to hide his exhaustion.

Orochimaru frowned.

Look at Kyohiko's expression...

"It failed?"

"I guess so?"

Calculate?

Orochimaru was stunned for a moment.

What's the meaning?

Is there any research that can be considered a failure?

He could more or less guess what Kyohiko had been doing these past few days; it was most likely related to his research on the "Sharingan."

This ambiguous answer...

Orochimaru was curious when he saw Kyohiko hand him a bottle.

Orochimaru stared intently.

A pair of ordinary eyes.

He looked up instantly at Kyohiko, his eyes filled with shock.

"You succeeded?"

"No, these are the eyes of the Uchiha Clan. I extracted and disintegrated their ocular power, so look closely at their current state..."

Kyohiko handed the bottle to Orochimaru.

Orochimaru leaned closer for a closer look and indeed saw some symptoms of near-blindness in the eyes. He used his Chakra to sense...

There seem to be some damaged nerves inside.

He remained silent for a few seconds.

"So, the experiment failed, but you made an additional discovery?"

"Hmm, tracing back to the source of the disappearance of my pupil power, I discovered a special area."

Kyohiko nodded.

The next second, he closed his eyes.

The moment he opened his eyes, a scarlet color and Mitsudomoe appeared in them.

Sharingan!

Orochimaru was completely shocked. His eyes were wide open, never before were they rounder and bigger than they were now.

It failed.

but...

It was a success!

He was breathing heavily and asked, "How did you do that? How did you do it?!"

Orochimaru didn't care about the Sharingan.

But.

He was curious about why Kyohiko was able to Awakening on his own!

"Can you do it? Can I do it too?"

"That might not work."

Kyohiko shook his head.

On his way here, he had already thought about what he was going to say.

The Senju Clan and Uchiha Clan may share a common ancestor is no longer a secret among the Konoha High Command.

Especially Orochimaru.

Through his research, Orochimaru has determined that Madara gained extremely powerful strength and vitality by fusing with the First Hokage Cells.

That's why Ban has survived to this day.

The common ancestor of the Senju and Uchiha clearly possessed the power of both clans.

Kyohiko was able to awaken only because his bloodline was different from ordinary people, and he had been constantly awakening and becoming stronger over the years.

According to Orochimaru's current estimation, Kyohiko's bloodline may have reached the level of Hashirama Senju, or even taken a different turn.

He sighed.

"This kind of experience is indeed impossible to popularize; even Tsunade couldn't replicate it."

Orochimaru remained silent for a few seconds.

"How are you going to tell Fugaku?"

"Of course, I can't tell Fugaku directly; I'll just show him these eyes."

Kyohiko answered calmly.

It wasn't that they didn't trust Fugaku, but rather that the Uchiha was riddled with weaknesses and couldn't defend against Black Zetsu.

Orochimaru nodded.

"Hmm, is it possible with Tsunade?"

"The chances are slim. I only dared to try because I sensed the connection with the Sharingan."

Kyohiko shook his head.

Orochimaru sighed regretfully, then said with no small amount of envy, "Kyohiko, your body is becoming more and more perfect!"

Do you want a perfect body, or a body you can study endlessly?

Kyohiko countered with a question.

Orochimaru pondered for a long time, then chuckled softly, "In the end, I still want something better. But you're right!"

certainly.

Most importantly--

He can't beat Kyohiko!

and.

It's quite possible that Kyohiko could kill him with just one hand now.

After chatting for a few more minutes, Orochimaru watched Kyohiko leave, his heart filled with emotion.

This child in front of me has grown to an unbelievable level in just a few years!

Konoha Police Force.

On the stage, Shisui brandished his blade.

"Your sword swings aren't fast enough, and your Body Flicker Technique isn't coordinated well enough. You need to observe how I use it, and keep your eyes peeled!"

His swordsmanship is already among the best in the clan.

Nine years old.

That year, Shisui's swordsmanship had already made him a master within the clan.

certainly.

Shisui's greatest strengths were not his swordsmanship, but his Body Flicker Technique, Genjutsu, and his endless array of Illusory Sword Technique.

but.

He did not teach that sword technique to his clansmen.

While demonstrating the combination of Body Flicker Technique and swordsmanship, Shisui suddenly saw a familiar figure in the distance and immediately stopped.

"Keep practicing."

After saying that, he vanished instantly.

Those below breathed a sigh of relief and watched Shisui leave, their eyes then falling on the people in the distance.

Kyohiko Yoshimine.

Although they are also young, they are already renowned in the Shinobi World.

After a few seconds of silence, everyone whispered in admiration, "No wonder he's this master's disciple; he's just as gifted as him."

"Yes!"

Everyone nodded in deep agreement.

Some of them came from the Uchiha Clan, some from the Inuzuka Clan, and some even from commoners.

But without exception--

They felt nothing but admiration for Kyohiko and Shisui.

Nine years old.

When they were nine years old, they were still studying at the Ninja Academy. Even if they graduated early during a war, they would not have been able to reach the level of Shisui.

Shisui, though not yet graduated, has already reached the threshold of Jonin.

What a terrifying talent!

"Let's keep practicing, everyone."

Yashiro Uchiha walked over, his gaze sweeping over the area. "Swordsmanship and Body Flicker Technique are the easiest to learn and use. There's absolutely no problem learning more of them."

"Yes!"

Everyone responded enthusiastically, especially the common people.

They started moving again.

In the distance, Shisui met up with Kyohiko.

"Teacher."

"Are you undergoing intensive training?"

"Yes, this is a method devised by the clan head. It involves everyone training together to cultivate teamwork, with the Uchiha Clan teaching swordsmanship..."

"That's probably not what he meant."

Kyohiko couldn't help but expose him, a slight smile appearing on his face.

Fugaku?

That guy is too old-fashioned and conservative; he couldn't possibly have made such a decision on his own. It was clearly Shisui's suggestion.

Shisui chuckled, scratched his head, and remained silent.

"How's the situation?"

Kyohiko led him outside.

Shisui said in a low voice, "The effect is good, but many tribesmen are still resistant, so for now I only dare to bring a portion of the tribesmen to train with them."

"Take it slow. Misunderstandings and impressions accumulated over many years cannot be changed overnight, but this is a good start."

Kyohiko nodded.

Shisui nodded repeatedly. "Yes, Teacher!"

"Take it."

Kyohiko took out a scroll.

Shisui took it, then looked up. "Teacher, what is this?"

"You can take a look at my research on Water Style Ninjutsu and some insights into swordsmanship."

Kyohiko answered.

Shisui's eyes lit up, and he quickly thanked her.

Thank you, Teacher!

"Don't thank me yet. After you learn it, I want you to find a way to teach the techniques to them. This is a very important task, and it's also your homework."

Kyohiko said solemnly.

Police Force.

This is a very important department in Konoha, but in the past, due to historical factors, the functions of this department have been greatly weakened and it has not played its due role.

The current Police Force is slowly beginning to resemble the Kyohiko needs.

A ninja force capable of defending Konoha!

Shisui's expression turned serious.

"Yes!"