Yun Xi's Request

It could be said that as long as Yun Xi obtained the Flame-Flame Fruit rewarded by the system, he would be able to undergo a massive transformation in his strength!

"Do it!"

After realizing the benefits of the Flame-Flame Fruit, Yun Xi directly chose the second option!

"Ding, congratulations to the host for completing the selection. Reward obtained: Flame-Flame Fruit!"

Within the system space, a mysterious fruit the size of a coconut instantly appeared...

At the same time.

Uchiha Itachi's face showed a hint of curiosity...

"Yun Xi, what's wrong?"

Seeing Yun Xi standing before him, silent and lost in a daze, Uchiha Itachi's face showed some confusion.

Uchiha Sasuke even walked directly in front of Yun Xi, staring at him with the same look...

"It's nothing!"

Seeing the expression on Uchiha Itachi's face, Yun Xi immediately hid his strange demeanor and said, "Rest assured, if this guy Sasuke needs my help, I will definitely step in."

"Actually, I don't need you to step in. My thoughts were more along the lines of..."

As Yun Xi agreed to his request, Uchiha Itachi nodded slightly and continued, "Although your current strength isn't particularly outstanding, I have a premonition that in the future, you will definitely become a powerhouse in the ninja world..."

"Your talent is definitely not as unbearable as others say..."

"You think that highly of me?"

Facing Uchiha Itachi's assessment of him, Yun Xi was somewhat surprised.

After all, the identity the system had arranged for him was definitely that of a peerless loser in Konoha...

Thinking of this, Yun Xi said in an embarrassed tone, "My talent..."

"The oldest student at Konoha Academy?"

At these words, Uchiha Itachi smiled inexplicably.

He then casually plucked a wild flower from the side and spoke enigmatically, "The flower before us is beautiful, but it cannot withstand any storm."

"However, this inconspicuous little blade of grass on the ground is different."

After discarding the flower he had just plucked, Uchiha Itachi pointed to a small, emerald-green blade of grass on the ground and said to Yun Xi, "The stronger the wind and rain, the more it allows this grass to grow..."

"Besides, I have never seen a precedent where a so-called loser could release the Fire Style: Phoenix Sage Fire Technique on their first attempt..."

Having said this, a trace of a smile suddenly appeared on Uchiha Itachi's cold face...

"Is this a compliment?"

Hearing Uchiha Itachi's words, Yun Xi was somewhat surprised.

He hadn't expected Uchiha Itachi to hold him in such high regard!

It formed a sharp contrast with Danzo's previous attitude!

"Haha."

Feeling Uchiha Itachi's encouragement, Yun Xi also laughed, then said in an inexplicable tone, "This is the first time I've ever received a compliment from someone..."

"This doesn't count as a compliment."

Suddenly, Uchiha Itachi's hand patted Yun Xi on the shoulder. Just as Yun Xi was caught off guard, Uchiha Itachi spoke again, "At most, this is just encouragement..."

"Hahaha, then I certainly can't let your expectations down!"

In an instant, a surge of excitement welled up in Yun Xi's heart.

If it weren't for the fact that now wasn't the time to show off.

Yun Xi really wanted to say to Uchiha Itachi, "I'm done pretending, I have a system!"

But that was merely a fantasy in Yun Xi's mind.

For Yun Xi right now.

The most important thing was how to use the remaining half-month to make himself stronger!

Not to mention being able to crush the likes of Uchiha Obito or Danzo.

At the very least, he needed the strength to protect himself...

"Flame-Flame Fruit..."

Looking at the Flame-Flame Fruit in the system, Yun Xi felt a sense of anticipation.

And the Uchiha Itachi before him...

Was also an opportunity for Yun Xi to become stronger...

Although the current Uchiha Itachi's strength was far inferior to the Uchiha Itachi at the beginning of the original story.

He was still definitely considered a powerhouse within Konoha!

He could even contend with some Kage-level experts by relying on the ability of Tsukuyomi!

If...

If he could get Uchiha Itachi to teach him some ninjutsu.

It would definitely shorten the time Yun Xi needed to master them!

This was far more practical than just waiting for system rewards to strengthen himself!

Although the system had given him a Flame-Flame Fruit this time.

Which was quite impressive!

But...

The previous rewards...

Aside from the Sharingan, they couldn't directly enhance his personal strength.

Yun Xi was not the type of guy who relied solely on the system!

While diligent training might not boost his power overnight, it was undoubtedly the most reliable path!

With this thought in mind.

Yun Xi walked straight up to Uchiha Itachi and said, "Itachi, I have an idea..."

"Hmm?"

At this moment, Uchiha Itachi was already preparing to take Sasuke back to the Hidden Leaf Village, but upon hearing Yun Xi's call, he immediately stopped and asked, "Yun Xi, what is it?"

"I want you to teach me ninjutsu!"

Yun Xi didn't beat around the bush and stated his intentions directly.

"Didn't I already give you some training methods for Fire Style ninjutsu before?"

Hearing Yun Xi's request, Uchiha Itachi was somewhat surprised.

Yun Xi took out the Fire Style ninjutsu scrolls that Uchiha Itachi had previously given him and replied, "Yes, but..."

"These are only C-rank ninjutsu. Even without me saying it, you should know that in actual combat, their lethality isn't exactly outstanding."

"So I was thinking..."

"You want to learn higher-level Fire Style ninjutsu!"

As soon as the words left his mouth, a hint of nervousness flashed across Yun Xi's face.

Although he could sense Uchiha Itachi's goodwill from their previous conversations.

Yun Xi actually had no idea how high his favorability with Uchiha Itachi really was.

Making such a request so abruptly, Yun Xi wasn't sure if the Uchiha Itachi standing before him would agree...

"That is true."

Hearing the reason Yun Xi provided, Uchiha Itachi nodded in agreement, but just as a glimmer of joy appeared on Yun Xi's face, Uchiha Itachi spoke again...

"However, judging by the amount of chakra you currently possess, these ninjutsu are indeed the most suitable for you..."

A look of helplessness appeared on Uchiha Itachi's face.

It wasn't that Uchiha Itachi wanted to refuse Yun Xi's request.

The main issue was that Yun Xi's current chakra levels were only around that of a genin.

He was already struggling to perform C-rank ninjutsu.

Even if Uchiha Itachi were to teach him high-level Fire Style ninjutsu.

Yun Xi would be unable to cast them due to a lack of chakra...

In the end, it would be even less effective than these C-rank techniques.

"Don't worry about my chakra levels. Give me one week, and I will definitely reach the level of a chunin!"

Seeing Uchiha Itachi bring up the issue of his chakra capacity.

Yun Xi made a direct guarantee!

After all, he had a buff that increased his chakra training speed tenfold; doubling his chakra in a week definitely wouldn't be difficult!