Thank the Nation

"Now, report your current situation! Are you safe?

What urgent help do you need most? We only have ten minutes. Stay calm and speak slowly and clearly!"

At that moment, Hyuga Tianyi had just opened the book when Commander Tian's voice rang out in his mind:

"Comrade Fang Tianyi... the nation has heard your voice and confirmed your situation!

You are not alone now... the nation is your strongest support!

We will mobilize every resource available to us...

And bring you home safely."

When he heard the words "bring you home safely," his heart jolted, followed by an overwhelming sense of security.

His eyes reddened as well.

That voice, that tone, that choice of words... It was the nation!

He then steadied himself and spoke with a choked voice:

"Commander Tian, I can hear you!

Thank you, thank you for trusting me!

Thank you for the nation's trust!"

When Tianyi's voice came from the book—

"Whoosh—!"

The command center erupted instantly!

Every researcher, young or old, sprang to their feet.

Many of them even clenched their fists instinctively, their eyes wide.

"We've contacted him! Communication has been established!"

"He really responded to us from another world!"

Commander-in-Chief Tian Weidong's lips lifted despite himself.

He immediately raised a hand and pressed it downward, and the command center quickly returned to silence.

"I am temporarily safe. I'm currently in the medical tent of the B-7 reconnaissance camp established by Konoha near the border of the Land of Fire.

"The penetrating wound in my left shoulder has already been treated by the camp's medical ninja. It has mostly healed and is no longer a serious issue."

Upon hearing that he was temporarily safe and that his injuries were not serious, Commander Tian visibly let out a breath. The expressions of everyone in the command center eased considerably as well.

"But..." Tianyi's tone turned grave.

"I was just subjected to a harsh interrogation by ANBU. They still have doubts regarding my squad's destruction and my being the sole survivor.

"Moreover, this world is at war. Although I am currently at the Hidden Leaf Camp, I am far from out of danger.

"It is possible that I may be forced to take part in the war later."

"Understood! We understand your situation. Prioritize your own safety and act cautiously."

Commander Tian responded at once, then asked,

"What support do you need from us most urgently? You can ask for anything!"

Tianyi had clearly prepared in advance, and he spoke faster. "I need three things, and I will send back two things.

"First, I need grenades, not firearms or anything like that.

"Um... grenades are the kind where you pull the safety pin, throw them, and they explode after a few seconds."

Tianyi had also considered why he did not want firearms.

The main reason was that ninja moved too quickly. Guns would be impossible to aim properly, and they required extensive training as well.

Grenades, however, were different. To the people here, they were completely unknown weapons with excellent concealability.

They were easy to use and required no training. They could be used to set traps or create chaos and kill enemies.

Several military advisers and tactical experts in the command center immediately began discussing in low voices, swiftly evaluating the feasibility and selecting suitable models.

"Second, I need compact food that can quickly replenish my stamina.

"Third, give me a foldable bulletproof vest."

"Understood! Weapons, body armor, high-energy food—we'll prepare them immediately!" Commander Tian promptly issued the orders.

"Now, I will send back two things: a scroll recording the Basic Chakra Refinement Technique.

"This is the most basic knowledge of this world's core energy system that I can currently access.

"And three Ration Pills issued by the Hidden Leaf Camp.

"I hope these can help the nation's research," he said sincerely at the end.

In the command center, Academician Chen and every researcher in the relevant fields instantly lit up!

The key to entering an otherworldly energy system!

"The book page's transmission capacity is limited. It is roughly a space the size of the book itself.

"I'll send the scroll and Ration Pills over now. Be ready to receive them." After speaking, Tianyi seemed to begin operating something on the other end.

In the command center, Commander Tian gave orders to the analysis section:

"Prepare to receive material samples! Aim all sensors at the book and record the entire transmission process!

"Energy team, closely monitor changes in the book's energy fluctuations!"

A few seconds later, an excited voice came from the analysis section:

"Report! Spatial fluctuations have appeared above the book! Matter is condensing! It's... a scroll and a small cloth bag!"

With a flash of light, a slightly worn leather scroll and a palm-sized, rough gray cloth bag quietly appeared on the receiving platform beside the book.

"Samples received safely! I repeat, the samples have been received safely!"

"Comrade Tianyi! The scroll and Ration Pills have been safely received! Well done!"

Commander Tian's voice was full of excitement.

"We will immediately select the most suitable models and formulas for the grenades and high-energy rations, then send them over!

"Is there anything else you need to add or ask before we finish?"

After receiving supplies such as the bulletproof vest and grenades, Tianyi let out a breath on the other side of the page.

"Before our next contact, I will do my best to obtain more information about the Hidden Leaf Camp and the surrounding situation. Also... please tell my mother to take care of herself."

"I will deliver the message!" Commander Tian promised solemnly.

"Tianyi, hang in there! Put safety first! Don't worry about any problems—the nation is behind you!"

Commander-in-Chief Tian Weidong said in a deep voice into the microphone.

"Understood! Thank the nation! Thank you, everyone! Take care!" Tianyi's voice came through, filled with reassurance.

A few seconds later, the violently fluctuating energy curve on the main screen stabilized once more.

The contact window closed.

Yet no one in the command center left immediately. Everyone remained immersed in the enormous impact.

The first substantive cross-dimensional exchange had left everyone exhilarated.

Tian Weidong turned around, his gaze sweeping across the crowd before finally settling on Academician Chen and several core leaders.

"Establish two more special task forces. The first will be led by Academician Chen. Spare no effort to decipher the chakra scroll and build a theoretical model!

"The second will be handled by the equipment department to study the ingredients, effects, and so on of the Ration Pills."

"Yes!" Everyone answered in unison, their voices filled with unprecedented drive.

Inside the medical tent.

After Hyuga Tianyi put on the black tactical bulletproof vest, he carefully checked his waist again.

There were five new grenades in his ninja tool pouch. He nodded, his heart filled with a sense of security.

"Hehe, with these, I'll at least have two more trump cards against ordinary Genin and even Chunin."

After finishing all this, he looked at the Book of Ten Thousand Worlds spread out beside him, preparing to put it away and wait for tomorrow night's contact.

However, another unexpected change occurred!

The Book of Ten Thousand Worlds suddenly opened by itself again without warning!

"What's going on? It's not time yet!" Tianyi was startled. He instinctively stepped back half a pace, his right hand already reaching for the Kunai at his waist.

Had the transmission caused some abnormality in the book? Or had Konoha's surveillance barrier detected it?

Tianyi's pupils suddenly contracted, and his heart began pounding wildly. Holding his breath, he carefully read the words on the book:

[Holder: Hyuga Tianyi]

[Status: Minor injuries]

[Energy System: Chakra / Half-Card]

[Chakra Attributes: Lightning, Earth, Water]

[Overall Evaluation: Genin]

[Basic Attributes]

Ninjutsu: 3 (chakra control, jutsu comprehension, and casting speed)

Taijutsu: 4 (physical strength, speed, power, endurance, and neural reflexes)

Genjutsu: 4 (mental strength, willpower resistance, and sensory acuity)

[Mastered Skills]

Three-Body Technique (Clone/Substitution/Transformation): Beginner

Gentle Fist: Pressure Point Technique, Empty Palm

Kekkei Genkai: Byakugan (Incomplete)

First Aid: Beginner

[Available Skill Points: 2]

Tianyi froze in place. His mind went blank for an instant before overwhelming shock and ecstasy flooded over him.

This... this was?!!

A status panel?!