After returning to his room, anticipation coursed through Ye Chen as he closed the door, eager to unlock the treasure chest's contents.
"Do you want to open the treasure chest?" the system inquired.
"Yes!" Ye Chen replied without hesitation, determination etched across his face.
A puff of white smoke materialized, unveiling a bronze treasure chest before him.
Carefully, Ye Chen opened the chest, hands trembling with excitement, hoping for something extraordinary.
Once fully opened, the chest revealed a solitary white card.
Ye Chen lifted the card, and instantaneously, a message infiltrated his mind.
"Skill: Tornado Comprehension Card. The user can shield their body by generating dragon-shaped whirlwinds through arm movements, creating an impenetrable defense. Whether to learn or not."
"Yes!" Ye Chen exclaimed.
As the words left his lips, the skill card transformed into a white light, seamlessly integrating into his being, infusing him with the knowledge of tornado mastery.
Stats Panel:
Host: Ye Chen
Abilities: Conqueror's Haki Lv1, Observation Haki Lv1, Armament Haki Lv1, Tornado Profound Truth Lv1 (100 experience points required for the next level)
Experience Points: 75/100
Ye Chen recognized the origin of this skill—it was a defensive technique employed by Zoro in the One Piece World. Primarily used when a swordsman lacked a weapon, it offered a practical and efficient means of self-defense.
While this skill paled in comparison to Conqueror's Haki, it still presented a valuable addition to his arsenal.
After a quick wash, Ye Chen donned fresh clothes and assumed a cross-legged position on his bed, entering a meditative state. Meditation, as taught by the ninja school, facilitated mental concentration and a heightened connection to Chakra.
Chakra, extracted through spiritual meditation and physical conditioning, served as the yardstick for a ninja's strength. Even among Jōnin, Chakra quantity remained a pivotal factor in determining their power.
Namikaze Minato, lacking special bloodlines or clan support, was renowned for his extensive Chakra pool, comparable even to a tailed beast's. This emphasized the crucial role Chakra played in a ninja's strength.
Observation Haki's awakening seemed to enhance his Chakra extraction efficiency. Through it, Ye Chen could discern the flow of Chakra within his veins and meridians, an advantage that heightened his awareness.
As night waned, Ye Chen's slumber ended. He ventured to an open area, ready to resume training. Without pause, he unleashed a relentless barrage of strikes upon a thick wooden post.
"Armament Color!"
He intoned the command, transforming his fist into an obsidian weapon. Under this Armament, his strength doubled, evident in the punch that bore through the wooden post with a resounding crack.
Ye Chen marveled at the strength he had just displayed, surpassing what Genin could achieve through sheer physical prowess alone.
Armament Color dissipated on its own, its duration dictated by factors beyond his control. Despite the temporary nature of the enhancement, Ye Chen recognized its potential value.
In contrast to chakra-intensive ninjutsu, Armament Haki consumed less energy, an attribute that favored Ye Chen's unique abilities.
Energized by the discovery, Ye Chen focused on Armament Haki before redirecting his attention to practicing the Tornado Profound Truth. His arm movements traced intricate patterns, akin to the shape of a dragon.
As he quickened the pace, the technique's beauty became apparent, invoking the imagery of a coiling dragon. Soon, swirling air currents surrounded him, blades of grass aloft in their dance.
Within the vortex's heart, an ethereal dragon encircled Ye Chen. However, this defensive skill lacked offensive capabilities.
After extensive practice, Ye Chen paused to recuperate, noticing the system's alert.
"Experience points are full, you can upgrade!" it proclaimed.
Considering the options, Ye Chen decided to enhance his Observation Haki. It promised heightened perception—an invaluable asset for detecting hidden threats in the ninja world.
With a mental command, Ye Chen upgraded his Observation Haki, acknowledging its potential to safeguard against unforeseen dangers.
As the world seemed to crystallize before him, Ye Chen's senses sharpened. He could discern the subtlest sounds of nature and feel the rustling of the wind.
"Rustle!"
"Who!"
Ye Chen's eyes snapped open, Kuwu gripped tightly in hand. He stared intently at a nearby tree, sure that someone lurked amidst the foliage.
This was the power of Observation Haki—an unseen sentinel that perceived the world.
"Ye Chen-kun, it's me!"
A timid voice broke the silence, followed by the appearance of a vulnerable figure.
"Kushina?" Ye Chen exclaimed, his gaze unwavering, his kunai ready.