I Want to Learn Water Release

Inside the Hokage Office, Kakashi Hatake reported to the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"A Shadow Clone Jutsu that can't be seen through by the Sharingan." "A Water Release jutsu that counters Fire Release." "And even a request for the Vision Sealing Technique."

Kakashi Hatake smacked his lips. "Is this kid really an Uchiha? Why's he trying to learn techniques that counter his own clan?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi took a puff of his pipe. "Pfft~"

A smoke ring floated in the air, the wrinkles on Hiruzen Sarutobi's face twisting like a few maggots as he spoke:

"If he added the Flying Thunder God Technique to that list, I'd suspect Lord Tobirama Senju had come back to life."

Hiruzen Sarutobi took two more sharp drags. "Why would this child want to learn these techniques? He—"

Thinking this far, Hiruzen Sarutobi lightly waved his left hand, and a masked Anbu ninja instantly appeared in the room.

"Lord Third!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded lightly. "That Uchiha boy—has he had any conflicts with people in the clan?"

The Anbu immediately replied, "Indeed, there was an incident. He argued with Shinobu Uchiha of the Police Force at a ninja tool shop. As for the specifics of what they argued about, further investigation is needed."

At the same time, a certain eyebrowless ninja burdened with blame, watching over Konoha from a high tower, sneezed violently!

"Ah-choo!"

Shinobu Uchiha rubbed his nose. "What a rough job! I've caught a cold again!"

Hearing the answer, the Third nodded. "That explains it. Kids—they're like this."

Perhaps Naruto's situation had robbed the Third of his judgment regarding precocious children, as he continued, "Forget it, no need to investigate."

He frowned slightly and gave orders to Kakashi Hatake:

"Since this kid wants to learn Water Release, teach him."

"Water Release?" Kakashi Hatake hesitated. His mastery of Lightning Release far surpassed his Water Release, and Uchiha Yu's chakra nature clearly included Lightning as well.

Not training Lightning, but Water—it was a bit of a waste.

"Water Release isn't so easy to learn. Maybe in a few days he'll want to learn something else." The Third waved his hand. "Dismissed. Report if anything comes up. Oh, right!"

He suddenly interrupted Kakashi's Body Flicker Technique, his expression firm. "The ninja academy teacher mentioned this child's character issues. You need to pay special attention to that, Kakashi."

Kakashi rarely turned serious, straightening his posture. "Understood. Leave it to me."

Sunlight spilled across the shimmering surface of the lake as Uchiha Yu followed Kakashi Hatake to this tranquil lakeside.

Kakashi stood by the shore, his silhouette faintly reflected in the clear water. His gaze was calm and focused, as if pondering how to impart this complex jutsu to the student before him.

"Water Release isn't just about controlling chakra—it's a dialogue with the natural elements."

Kakashi's voice was steady and firm as he began explaining the basics of Water Release. "First, you need to sense and understand the flow of water. Only then can you truly control it."

Uchiha Yu stared at the lake's surface, his Sharingan slowly rotating as he tried to capture the movement of every droplet.

He closed his eyes, took a deep breath, sharpening his senses to establish a connection with the water in the lake.

"Now, try gathering your chakra in your palm. Imagine it's part of the water—feel its flow and changes." Kakashi guided him, a hint of expectation in his voice.

Following Kakashi's instructions, Uchiha Yu began to mobilize the chakra within him. He slowly gathered it in his palm, feeling the pulse of that energy.

A faint blue glow started to emanate from his palm as the connection between chakra and water gradually formed.

"Good. Now, release your chakra into the lake water. Don't try to control it—let it merge with the water." Kakashi continued guiding.

Uchiha Yu slowly extended his hand toward the lake's surface. His chakra touched the water through his skin, and he could feel its coldness and flow. The chakra gradually fused with the lake, creating a delicate balance.

Suddenly, ripples began to spread across the lake. Rings of waves expanded outward from where Uchiha Yu's hand touched, and he had successfully merged his chakra with the water, influencing its movement.

A faint smile tugged at the corner of Kakashi's mouth. He saw Uchiha Yu's potential. "Not bad. You've taken the first step. Learning Water Release is a long process—you need constant practice and insight."

"Can't I learn it in one day?"

Kakashi pressed a hand to his forehead. "You're dreaming."

A day later, the "Fang Yus" who had synchronized their memories held a meeting.

Stephen Fang: "Kakashi as a teacher? Is he reliable?"

Main God Fang Yu: "Going on missions with Kakashi might be an opportunity."

Pirate World Fang Yu, after deep consideration, expressed his gratitude to Uchiha Yu: "Learning Water Release—that was for my sake, wasn't it?"

Uchiha Yu didn't deny it. "Whether it's the power system of the Pirate World or the Devil Fruit—"

"Freeing you will be a qualitative leap for all of us."

"Besides, my primary enemies are Itachi Uchiha and Obito Uchiha, who specialize in Fire Release. Water Release is a good choice."

Pirate World Fang Yu: "Alright."

He then shared the memory with everyone else.

Last time, after Pirate World Fang Yu used the Substitution Technique to escape from the jailer Hannyabal, he had fled to Impel Down's Level 2: Beast Hell.

The Beast Hell housed many ferocious beasts, and prisoners on this level faced the constant danger of being attacked by them.

There was no safe haven here; prisoners could encounter monster assaults at any moment.

The difficulty of survival was significantly higher than staying in the Hell of Red Lotus.

The prisoners' strength was also a cut above those in the Hell of Red Lotus.

Bounties of millions were unheard of, while bounties in the tens of millions were everywhere.

As the only person in the crowd without a bounty, Pirate World Fang Yu's presence stood out as somewhat out of place.

Fortunately.

Out in the world, identity was what you made for yourself.

He gave himself a name—Multiple Births Yu.

It sounded a bit tongue-twisting, but once he claimed a fake bounty of thirty-five million Beli, the other prisoners didn't dare to make a move against this kid easily.

After all, who would have thought that in this Impel Down, there could be a fool running from a higher level to a lower one?

That would just be asking for trouble, wouldn't it!

As for the wanted notice from the Marines—

Based on Pirate World Fang Yu's own understanding of Hannyabal.

This guy liked to shift the blame when he messed up, hoping all his colleagues would get fired so he could become the sole Commander.

If a prisoner escaped under his watch, there was no way he'd report it himself.

So after a few days, aside from having to avoid the "Great Animal Migration" twice a day, Pirate World Fang Yu was living a bit better than he had in the Hell of Red Lotus.

The other Fang Yus finished watching Pirate World Fang Yu's experiences and all breathed a sigh of relief.

Sharing one soul, none of them could stand seeing any of their companions suffer hardship, let alone face life-threatening danger.

Unfortunately, the most dangerous one among them was currently facing a predicament that the other three Fang Yus couldn't do much to help with.

"Sorry, Water Release is harder than I thought. Even with the Gene Lock and Sharingan activated, I can't learn even the simplest Water Release."

In the space, Uchiha Yu muttered.

Main God Fang Yu immediately waved his hand: "Don't worry, I won't die this time."

After ten days of training, Main God Fang Yu's practical combat experience had reached the level of a seasoned veteran!

After synchronizing his combat ability with the others, Main God Fang Yu felt completely at ease. "Before the next Horror Film cycle begins, our connection will be temporarily cut off."

"The penalty for killing a member is one thousand Reward Points, and I don't have any right now."

"So I'll see how it goes. If the situation allows, I'll save some points to exchange for Chakra reserves."

"Until then, you all should improve as quickly as possible."

As he said this, a voice sounded in Main God Fang Yu's mind.

[Enter the light pillar within one minute. Transfer target locked. Alien: Covenant.]