Chapter 78

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Chapter 78 Sasuke: I Want You to Help Me Practice

The screen with the golden frame slowly dimmed. The experience of Double Sasuke in the parallel world has ended for now. In the chat room, everyone started discussing eagerly.

Uchiha Fugaku said, "Compared to the end of the wave mission, Sasuke's strength has risen to another level." He remembered that Double Sasuke at that time had the strength of an Elite Jōnin. Because of the problem with the amount of Chakra, his growth in strength had been forced to slow down.

Hatake Kakashi reflected, "I could fight Double Sasuke at a 50/50 rate before, but now, if the other me can master Mangekyō's pupil technique, perhaps I would have a chance. Otherwise, he on that side is no match for Double Sasuke at all!"

Namikaze Minato observed, "The speed is so fast! From the end of the wave mission to the end of the second Chūnin exam, only half a month has passed."

Ohnoki remarked, "In just such a short time, Double Sasuke has been promoted from Elite Jōnin's strength to Kage-level strength."

The thought of such a terrifying boost made everyone feel the pressure. With the strength of the previous Golden Sasuke's Elite Jōnin, Ohnoki had no need to pay attention, but with the current Double Sasuke's strength, even he had to be cautious.

Fourth Raikage commented, "He completed the S-level ninjutsu Lightning Style Kirin, opened Mangekyō Sharingan, and because of this, he solved Chakra's problem. He has indeed reached the level of the five Kages."

Senju Tobirama added, "More than that, this kid's Mangekyō pupil technique can be used to enhance his strength. It is conceivable that he should also be able to use this pupil technique to improve rapidly in the future."

However, Uchiha Sasuke had serious malice towards Konoha, which meant that Konoha was in danger.

Terumi Mei said with concern, "Do you want to let others live? He's only twelve years old and already has the strength of the Five Kages. If his strength continues to improve rapidly, who else in the world can be his opponent?"

Everyone in the ninja world, including those at the level of Five Kages, felt heavy pressure. "I hope Uchiha Sasuke will not conflict with Akatsuki," said Nagato, feeling frightened despite owning Rinnegan and claiming to be a god.

Konan also expressed worry, knowing that if Akatsuki were after his friend, Uchiha Sasuke would definitely intervene. In another world, Akatsuki's future Tailed Beast Capture Project might run into trouble because of Double Sasuke.

Above the sky, the silver-framed screen began to light up, signaling the next chapter: Konoha's Crash Plan.

"Sasuke, have you finally realized it? Don't think of Naruto as the tail of a crane anymore," said Hatake Kakashi.

Orochimaru suggested, "I guess in the future Sasuke should take the initiative to accept my King of Power."

Sarutobi Hiruzen was almost enraged, realizing he had been killed by the traitor Orochimaru in the original direction.

Onoki pointed out, "For you, Sarutobi, this ending is already very good."

Jiraiya speculated that Orochimaru might have orchestrated the Konoha collapse plan deliberately.

Luo Sha, frustrated, exclaimed, "Orochimaru, can you not bring us Sand Shinobi together?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen felt that fighting Orochimaru to death might be a good ending. But Orochimaru, who was sitting beside him, just smiled and said, "Mr. Sarutobi, it's a pity. In another world, your fate may not be very good."

Ohnoki laughed, "Hehe! Orochimaru wants to give Sarutobi a face, but Double Sasuke will never want to see such a thing!"

Senju Tobirama sighed, "With Uchiha Sasuke's strength, I just hope that he will stop after killing the monkeys and the others, and don't destroy Konoha."

This ending is truly the best!

In the parallel world, the monkeys don't realize Orochimaru and Sunagakure are planning to collapse Konoha.

Uchiha Sasuke is ready for revenge, but he remains unaware. 

Even though Hatake Kakashi is also prepared for revenge, the monkeys have no clue.

Ignorant of the many forces against them, Monkey and the others are in grave danger. One can say their fate is sealed.

...I just hope the damage to Konoha won't be severe.

Above the sky, a screen within a golden frame starts to glow.

Now, the entire ninja world begins to watch, each with their different mindsets: expectations, apprehensions, worries...

"Sasuke and Kakashi have exchanged a great deal of information."

"The two have decided to utilize Orochimaru's plan for Konoha's collapse to seek their revenge against the senior management of Konoha!"

"However, they still lack crucial information."

"Further detailed planning is necessary."

"And both have activated their Mangekyō Sharingan!"

"In time, I need to become familiar with my newfound powers!"

"Back home, Sasuke enjoys a restful night."

"His spirits are high today."

"He's successfully awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, significantly bolstered his strength, and even resolved his Chakra deficiency."

"And those two incredibly helpful pupil techniques!"

"The left eye allows for instant learning, bypassing the process."

"With the right eye, one can skip the practice necessary for new skills."

"Even mastering the complex Flying Thunder God Technique, after utilizing the pupil techniques, comes easily to Sasuke."

"Soon, if he effectively employs these techniques, his power should greatly increase."

"Moreover."

"By sharing the truth with Mr. Kakashi, Sasuke finally expressed the feelings he had harbored for over five years."

"He had many concerns weighing on his heart without an outlet, but speaking his mind brought him great relief."

"He slept well that night."

"The next morning, Sasuke wakes and touches his eyes, sensing something amiss."

"Master Sasuke, are you experiencing a problem? Perhaps I can assist..." Karin offers tentatively.

After the second Chūnin exam and emerging from the central tower, Sasuke arranged for her to stay at his home.

"It seems my vision has deteriorated slightly," Sasuke says with some uncertainty.

"Eh? Vision decline... Could you be becoming nearsighted?" Karin asks, pushing her glasses up her nose. She knows all too well the inconvenience of myopia.

"You must be vigilant in battle and take care not to lose your glasses..."

"It's not nearsightedness... Why is this happening? I haven't had such issues before..." Sasuke ponders.

As a member of the Uchiha clan, known for their ocular techniques, Sasuke cherishes his eyesight and pays extra attention to it.

Thus, even a minor decrease in vision today does not escape his notice.

Senju Tobirama chuckles, "Hehe! It's surprising that the vision hasn't declined more given how often the Mangekyō techniques were used yesterday!"

Orochimaru remains silent. "If you overuse the Mangekyō Sharingan, will you go blind?"

This is the first he's hearing of it!

Such formidable eyes come with serious drawbacks!

Indeed, every power comes at a cost...

Onoki interjects, "Exactly. Uchiha Madara fought relentless battles from the Sengoku era to the creation of Konoha, and there was no talk of his vision failing?"

Madara even conquered those who opposed him, including the Second Tsuchikage and himself...

How could someone with failing eyesight accomplish that!

Senju Tobirama explains, "That's because he received Uchiha Izuna's eyes, which granted him endless ocular strength."

Uchiha Madara nods, "Uchiha Sasuke's foolish brother must have also activated the Mangekyō; it shouldn't be a problem."

Fourth Raikage remarks, "Even with reduced eyesight, it should suffice for revenge against Konoha."

"Could this have something to do with the Mangekyō Sharingan...?" Sasuke wonders to himself.

Last night, with each use of the Mangekyō technique, his eyes ached intensely.

He had felt this before, likely a consequence of excessive use of Sharingan power. Yet in the past, despite draining his power completely with the Three Tomoe Sharingan, his vision never waned, always recovering by the following day.

So the current issue might be unique to the Mangekyō Sharingan.

Perhaps the Mangekyō's ocular power doesn't fully regenerate once diminished.

Considering this, Sasuke scowls.

If this is true, his vision could gradually worsen, leading not only to myopia but perhaps an inability to heal...

But he couldn't simply abstain from using the Mangekyō Sharingan.

Such potent and advantageous abilities were too valuable to ignore!

He must find a way to restore the Mangekyō's ocular power.

With that in mind, Sasuke's gaze falls on Karin across from him.

His eyes light up with a new idea.

"Could it be that the Sharingan draws on Yin energy, so utilizing Yang energy might offset the problem?"

"Master Sasuke, may I assist you? I'll do anything you ask!" Xiang Phosphorus volunteers, ready to help.

Sasuke reflects for a moment and then instructs Karin, "Very well, I need you to help me with my training."

Karin is slightly let down. She had hoped for something more... substantial.

"My abilities are limited, I'm afraid I can only help Master Sasuke recover Chakra."

She feels somewhat dejected. Possessing a vast Chakra reserve, she struggles with control, and its potential benefits are limited to healing and replenishing Chakra via biting.

"This is exactly what I need," Sasuke responds.

He looks at Karin's lips, reaches out, takes her chin in his hand, and kisses her.

She is caught completely off guard.

Has her luck turned so swiftly? Is this truly part of training? She wouldn't mind more of such 'practice'.

However, Sasuke is not in the right frame of mind to indulge in the moment.

Chakra, brimming with life, flows into his body through Karin's lips.

His Mangekyō's power begins to recover, albeit slowly.

It's working!

But the progress is sluggish...

The two part ways.

Sasuke realizes that Karin's Yang energy does help restore his Mangekyō power, but it seems insufficient for complete recovery.

Terumi Mei comments, "Didn't you say it was for practice? Why the sudden kiss?"

She, being rather single herself, finds such romance intolerable.

Tsunade scoffs, "Uchiha Sasuke's objective is clear. Karin has a unique physical healing gift, and he needs her Yang energy to regain his strength.

But still, a bite to the arm would have sufficed. Why a kiss?

Tsk, this young man is always seeking attention from the ladies."

Senju Tobirama muses, "Using Yang energy to heal a Mangekyō's power? It does seem logical... A pity I never tested it while I was alive."