[Task Completed: Establishing a Relationship with Hanabi Hyuga]
Rewards: Enhancement of chakra control, increased influence, and access to Simulation Mode.
Shoi didn't notice the notification at first, as he was preoccupied with Hanabi, who was constantly nagging him with various questions—this and that, one after another.
After they arrived at the Hyuga courtyard, Hanabi acted as if nothing had happened.
"Okay, Shoi. We have training in the morning, so sleep early and don't stay up too late," she said as she walked away.
Shoi headed back to his room. Once there, he finally noticed the notification on the system panel.
"Oh, yeah! Mission completed," he muttered. The mission had been to establish a relationship with Hanabi, and now it was done—they could be considered a couple.
Though he wasn't sure where he found the guts to kiss her directly, it had worked. He glanced at the rewards.
"System, claim the chakra control reward," he said.
[Chakra Control Increased]
"And can you tell me how to use this simulation mode?"
[Host receives one simulation chance after completing any system mission. You can simulate your life and retain some rewards from the simulation.]
Shoi remembered the system explaining this before, but now he had a better idea of what it meant.
"Can I do a simulation now?"
[Yes]
"Then do it."
[Simulation Starting]
[Day 1:In the morning, you train with Hanabi, who is impressed by your improved chakra control. You can now walk on water with ease. Your next challenge is learning to climb trees using chakra.]
[Week 1:You successfully learn to climb trees. At night, Hanabi occasionally visits your room, cooking for you personally, showing her dedication and care.]
[Week 3:Your training progresses rapidly.
Hanabi continues to be impressed with your growth, and your bond deepens with each passing day. Her late-night visits become more frequent, where she not only cooks for you but also stays longer, engaging in quiet conversations and sharing stories from her past.]
[Month 1:Hiashi summons you and Hanabi for a meeting and surprises you with a shocking question: he asks if you have feelings for Hanabi. You respond affirmatively, expecting him to be displeased. Instead, he expresses happiness and proposes that you marry his daughter, Hanabi.]
[Month 2:Your marriage to Hanabi is swiftly arranged, though the news is kept private, shared only with close family members like Hinata and the clan elders. Hiashi, concerned for Hanabi's safety, wishes to protect her from potential threats related to your chakra purity.]
[Month 4:You master several of the Hyuga clan's techniques, including the Gentle Fist. However, you notice that Hinata seems unsettled by your relationship with Hanabi, though the reason remains unclear.]
[Month 6:Your relationship with Hanabi deepens as she opens up more about her fears and aspirations. You've noticed she's become more affectionate, often seeking comfort in your presence.
The bond between you strengthens, and you spend more time together. Hinata, however, begins to appear more in your life, often quietly observing your interactions with Hanabi.]
[Month 7:Hinata starts joining you and Hanabi during training sessions, offering guidance and support. Her gentle demeanor and quiet strength begin to draw your attention.
You find yourself spending more time with her, sharing conversations about your training and life.
There's a subtle shift in your feelings toward Hinata, as you start to appreciate her calm and nurturing presence.
Hanabi seems to notice this but doesn't comment.]
[Month 8:Training takes a back seat as your connection with both Hanabi and Hinata grows. Hiashi, noticing the deepening bonds, calls you to a private meeting.
After discussing your relationship with Hanabi, he surprises you with another proposal—he asks if you would also consider marrying Hinata.
The question catches you off guard. You reject it, worried that Hanabi might become very sad if she finds out about this.]
[Month 12:As you sleep peacefully, a sudden white light fills the sky, signaling a dramatic turn of events.]
[Simulation Ends]
"Wh… what the—" he muttered, completely overwhelmed by what he had just experienced. His mind was reeling, unable to fully grasp the implications of the simulation.
"System, what happened in the simulation… is that the future? Like, a future where I don't have the system from the point I started the simulation?"
[Right] the system responded calmly.
A moment of silence hung in the air before the system's next prompt appeared.
[Choose One Thing to Retain from the Simulation]
[Option 1: Retain a portion of chakra reserves from the simulation.]
[Option 2: Retain a portion of fighting knowledge and technique knowledge.]
[Option 3: Retain a portion of chakra control achieved during the lifetime of the simulation.]
His mind raced as he considered the options.
Now, he had the chance to carry a piece of that experience back into his current reality.
He took a deep breath, trying to focus amidst the whirlwind of thoughts.
"I need to choose wisely," he thought, weighing the benefits of each option.
"If I retain the chakra reserves, it'll give me more raw power. But the knowledge of fighting techniques could make me a more skilled and versatile fighter…
And then there's chakra control—it was key to my growth in the simulation. With better control, I could maximize whatever power I already have."
But there was another main thought that brain fucked him, a question that kept echoing in his mind. "I don't know how the hell I died… Who would want to kill me?" He knew that if he wanted to survive in the real world—if he didn't want to die again—he needed to get stronger and sharper fast.
The answer became clear.
"I choose to retain a portion of the fighting knowledge and technique knowledge," he decided, his voice steady with resolve. "If I'm going to stay alive, I need to be better, smarter, and faster. Power is nothing if I don't know how to use it."
[Option Selected: Retain a portion of fighting knowledge and technique knowledge.]
The system acknowledged his choice, and immediately, a flood of memories and skills from the simulation coursed through his mind.
He could feel the techniques he had learned—how to move, how to strike, how to defend—seamlessly merging with his existing abilities.
It was as if the experiences from that other life were now a part of him.