That day, as soon as the sparring session ended, Tsubasa, like a little bird begging for food, hurried towards Hashirama Senju. Standing before Hashirama Senju, his eyes gleamed with anticipation, and he excitedly asked, "Master, I plan to develop the three attributes of wind, thunder, and fire. Do you have any related manuals here?"
Hashirama Senju looked up at him, his eyes filled with a warm, spring-like glow, yet tinged with a hint of concern. "Your growth rate is so fast that your master is almost running out of things to teach you. I knew you'd be thinking about developing other attributes, and with your talent, it won't hinder your cultivation. But you must remember, true powerhouses focus on their primary attribute; one skill is all you need, understand?"
Tsubasa nodded hurriedly, as obedient as a docile little deer, a bright smile on his face, and replied, "Master, I understand, I definitely won't interfere with my other cultivation."
Hashirama Senju's lips curled into a gentle smile as he said, "Come with me."
The two walked briskly and quickly arrived at the study. After rummaging through the bookshelves, Hashirama Senju took out three books and handed them to Tsubasa, saying, "Developing elemental attributes mainly relies on powerful Chakra to open the meridians. These three books record the characteristics of fire, lightning, and wind attributes and the methods for opening the meridians. This shouldn't be too difficult for you; just read and study them yourself!"
"Thank you, Master!" Tsubasa took the book, his excitement as if he had obtained the most precious treasure in the world. He hugged the book tightly, eager to find a quiet corner and start studying it immediately.
After obtaining the development methodology, Tsubasa, filled with excitement and anticipation, went to the back mountain. He carefully opened the book, his eyes shining with focused attention, and began to study it meticulously, word by word. The book said that the five elements of heaven and earth interact and restrain each other, like tightly meshed gears, forming a perfect cycle. Fire, fiery and unrestrained, is full of boundless energy; it can give birth to earth, just as hot magma cools to form solid ground. Earth, heavy and stable, silently bears all things; it can nourish water, like a clear spring gushing from the depths of the earth. Water, gentle and fluid, with its intangible power... The spirit encompasses all things; it can give rise to wind, like ripples on a calm lake. Wind, free and unrestrained, penetrates everywhere; it can fuel fire, like bellows igniting flames. Fire, in its extreme explosion, can give birth to thunder, like the most violent collision of forces in the universe. Developing attributes requires opening the meridians in the body according to the generating cycle of the Five Elements. Tsubasa is already proficient in the attributes of water, earth, and wood; following the generating cycle, the next step is wind, fire, and thunder. However, the Five Elements he knew from his previous life were metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. After repeatedly considering and weighing the options in his mind, he decided to develop his Spiritual Qi attributes according to his memories from his previous life.
Tsubasa took a deep breath, slowly closed his eyes, and his expression gradually became solemn and focused. He concentrated all his energy, mobilizing the Spiritual Qi within his body, like a general commanding a vast army, directing the Spiritual Qi to surge towards the fire-attribute meridians. He felt as if the Spiritual Power within him had been awakened from a slumber, surging and surging, advancing unstoppably under his control. This Spiritual Qi energy swept through the heart meridian corresponding to the fire attribute with unstoppable force. In Setsuna instant, he felt as if a spark had been thrown into his body, igniting the Spiritual Qi with a "boom," adding a touch of intense fire-attribute power, becoming more active, and flowing more smoothly through the meridians, like a blazing flame. Each flow was filled with vigorous power, a power carrying a scorching temperature, as if it would burn everything in the world to ashes.
Immediately following this, Tsubasa began to attack the metal-attribute meridians, following the sequence of fire generating earth and earth generating metal. This time, he mobilized the Spiritual Qi he had just acquired with fire attribute power, coordinating it with the original Spiritual Power within his body. His eyes revealed determination and perseverance, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, yet he remained oblivious. The Spiritual Qi flowed like a surging golden river, slowly flowing towards the lung meridian corresponding to the metal attribute under his control. As the Spiritual Qi continued to pour in, a tingling sensation came from the lung meridian, like countless tiny electric currents coursing through it, or perhaps... Countless fine needles gently pricked him. The sensation was a mixture of pain and novelty. Before long, a crisp "crack" was heard, and the metal meridian was successfully opened. At this moment, the Spiritual Qi within his body underwent a wondrous change, gaining a sharper and more murderous aura, as hard as metal. That aura seemed capable of Sky Splitter, intertwining with the previous fire attribute power, yet achieving a strange balance. The two attributes fused together within his body, each maintaining its unique characteristics.
After a short rest, Tsubasa, barely catching his breath, immediately began channeling his Spiritual Qi into his wind-attribute meridians. Wind, formless and intangible, yet omnipresent, is a symbol of freedom and agility. He frowned, biting his lower lip, concentrating intently as he tried to make his Spiritual Qi gentle and fluid, like a light breeze, carrying a sense of comfort and tranquility. The Spiritual Qi transformed into wisps and strands, like willow catkins drifting in the spring wind, seeping into his wind-attribute meridians. This process was not easy; the wind-attribute meridians seemed to have a unique resistance to Spiritual Qi. Resistance, like a stubborn fortress, held its ground. But Tsubasa did not retreat in the slightest. He constantly adjusted the form and flow of his Spiritual Qi, trying again and again. Each failure made him more determined, and each adjustment brought him one step closer to success. Finally, through his unremitting efforts, his Spiritual Qi successfully flowed through the wind-attribute meridians. Instantly, he felt the Spiritual Qi within his body become lighter and more vibrant, as if a gentle breeze could burst forth from his body at any moment, carrying him freely soaring between heaven and earth.
Finally, only the lightning-attribute meridian remained. Lightning, containing immense power and destructive aura, is one of the most violent forces in the world, carrying a chilling power. Tsubasa gathered the Spiritual Qi he had previously fused with after connecting the other attribute meridians. This Spiritual Qi now possessed the power of multiple attributes, becoming extremely powerful, like an unfathomable ocean formed by countless rivers. He compressed this Spiritual Qi, compressing it again and again, each compression like gathering a world-destroying storm. Then, he suddenly charged towards the lightning-attribute meridian. Lightning crackled around the lightning-attribute meridian, launching a fierce counterattack against the invading Spiritual Qi. Those crackles were like... Numerous, menacing lightning snakes frantically tore at the Spiritual Qi attempting to intrude. For a moment, Tsubasa felt as if countless needles were piercing his body, the pain unbearable, penetrating to his very bones, as if tearing his soul apart. But he gritted his teeth, his face ashen, veins bulging on his forehead, as he channeled his Spiritual Qi with all his might. After a fierce struggle, the Spiritual Qi finally broke through the lightning-attribute meridians' defenses, successfully opening up the pathways. In Setsuna, he felt as if a surge of lightning power had been added to the Spiritual Qi within him, a power carrying a powerful electric current, surging and roaring within him, causing his body to tremble slightly, as if he had become the master of lightning in the world.
Tsubasa stood on the open ground behind the mountain, his aura surging, like a god descending to earth. His hair danced wildly in the wind, his clothes fluttering, as if he were one with heaven and earth. A gentle breeze swept by, carrying a hint of coolness, but it could not extinguish the burning passion in his heart. He slowly closed his eyes, and his cultivation journey involuntarily surfaced in his mind.
Water and earth attributes were the first elements he encountered and cultivated. For over six long years, he endured the baptism of these Natural Energy Natural Energy and night, suffering excruciating pain. Each training session felt like a struggle in Hell, his body constantly torn and reshaped by the power of water and earth—a pain unimaginable to most. But he never gave up, relying on unwavering perseverance and steadfast faith to advance step by step. Now, he can use water and earth attribute energy at will, even performing low-level Ninjutsu like Tsubasa without hand seals. He often dreams of the day he can perform large-scale Ninjutsu like his master, Hashirama Senju, without needing Hand Seals! That pinnacle is both a distant goal and a powerful driving force, propelling him ever forward.
The three attributes of Yin, Yang, and Wood were abilities he developed after learning the Pure Yang Art from his master. In the past six months, he had diligently cultivated, immersing himself in the world of cultivation every day, losing track of time. Each breakthrough brought him the joy of growth; each failure strengthened his resolve to continue. Now, he could be considered to have reached the minor mastery stage, able to use all Ninjutsu below the forbidden level. But he was not satisfied with this, often pondering in his heart when he would be able to perform ninjutsu without hand seals. He knew he still had a long way to go and many difficulties to overcome.
Although he had only just begun to develop the four elements of wind, thunder, fire, and metal, Tsubasa was already filled with anticipation. His eyes shone with hope, and his heart was filled with longing for the Mirai. After all, developing each additional element meant developing a new series of Ninjutsu, which would reduce his weaknesses in the future. He seemed to see himself in Mirai battles, relying on these nine elemental attributes, dominating the battlefield and unstoppable.
At this moment, nine elemental attributes flowed within his body. Although the proficiency levels of each attribute differed, each contained immense potential. A surge of pride welled up within Tsubasa. He knew that his path in Sealing Jutsu was still long, and countless hardships and obstacles awaited him. But with these nine elemental attributes, he would be a powerful aid in reaching the pinnacle of Sealing Jutsu. In the Mirai, he would definitely become an all-around master of Sealing Jutsu. Thinking of this, Tsubasa took a deep breath, his gaze becoming even more resolute. He closed his eyes again and began to cultivate further. He wanted to make these attributes even stronger and advance towards a higher realm.
Hashirama Senju and Mito Uzumaki were sitting leisurely in the living room when they suddenly sensed a change in the aura of Tsubasa on the back mountain. They exchanged a glance, both looking on in amazement. Hashirama Senju couldn't help but exclaim, "This child is truly a genius; the speed of her progress is terrifying." His face was full of satisfaction and pride, as if he were looking at his most prized creation.
Mito Uzumaki nodded slightly, echoing, "Yes, Tsubasa is getting stronger and stronger, and he's also very diligent in his training. How's the engagement you mentioned for the two little ones going?" A hint of concern was in her eyes, after all, it concerned her daughter's lifelong happiness.
Hashirama Senju smiled gently and said, "Uncle Yasuhei's birthday is coming up soon, and I plan to talk to him and Yasuhei 'Tsubasa parents about the two children's marriage. However, Biwako has been away on missions lately and rarely returns to the Senju Clan Compound. I've noticed that she hardly plays with Tsubasa when she comes back. Tsubasa is still young and doesn't understand love; he's focused entirely on his training and doesn't pay much attention to Biwako. I wonder if the two children have had some kind of conflict?" He frowned slightly, a hint of worry on his face.
Mito Uzumaki said, "If there's a conflict, it's definitely Biwako's fault! Tsubasa is such a good child. He dedicates himself to cultivation every day, and his strength has already reached the Clan Head Level leader. You need to talk to your daughter more and tell her not to be so arrogant. You'll have to discipline her when she comes back." Her tone carried a hint of reproach, and her protectiveness towards Tsubasa was evident in her words.
Hashirama Senju chuckled softly and said, "Alright, I understand. This child really needs to be disciplined; what's with him never coming back?" He shook his head helplessly, but in his heart, he was also thinking about how to reconcile the relationship between the two children.