5 Ch-05 Where are my clothes?

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Finally, after five minutes of being engulfed in flames, the fire around Sasuke receded and disappeared completely.

As Sasuke opened his eyes, he found no one around and exclaimed in confusion, "Hmm? Where did Jugram go? It's still evening, so it couldn't have taken me too long."

Just as Sasuke pondered this, a sudden gust of wind swept by him, sending chills down his spine.

Sasuke wondered, "Why do I feel a chill all over my body?" After pondering this, he instinctively rubbed his shoulders to ward off the cold sensation. However, upon doing so, Sasuke realized that he was devoid of any clothing on his shoulders. Looking down, he discovered that he was completely naked. Standing alone in the forest, embarrassment flooded his face, turning it red with shame. Immediately, he sought refuge behind a tree, his face still flushed with embarrassment. He contemplated how he would manage to leave the area; surely, if he were to emerge from training ground number three in such a state, he would be perceived as a pervert by everyone.

Just as Sasuke was racking his brain for ideas on how to leave the area without embarrassing himself, Jugram suddenly arrived and stood where Sasuke had been just moments before hiding behind the tree.

Jugram immediately sensed Sasuke's previous location with his heightened sensory abilities and said, "I am extremely sorry. I didn't expect your clothes to be burned during the awakening process of your abilities here. I bought you a pair of clothes, guessing your size. I hope they fit you well." With that, Jugram threw the clothes he had purchased in Sasuke's direction.

Sasuke accepted the clothes and expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you." Immediately after thanking Jugram, Sasuke put on the clothes. They were almost his size, though not perfect, but certainly wearable.

"It's alright. I was at fault here, so I should at least do this much," replied Jugram.

Jugram then continued to inquire, "So, how do you feel after the awakening of your abilities?"

Sasuke responded, "I feel like my chakra has increased almost threefold compared to my previous reserves before the awakening. And I understand that the power you just gave me is known as 'The Heat,' right?"

Jugram replied, "Yes, the ability I bestowed upon you is 'The Heat,' and you should already be able to control flames primarily. The main reason I gave you this heat ability is that you belong to the Uchiha clan, known for their fire release ability. So, you should naturally appreciate this ability, I guess."

"Yes," replied Sasuke. As soon as he responded, a flame appeared on his fingertip, clearly demonstrating his control over the fire ability.

"Today, you awakened your unique ability, which is a good thing and something to be celebrated. Let's go; I will treat you today," said Jugram to Sasuke with a smile.

Sasuke responded with a firm tone, "No, I need to take the time to become familiar with this new power of mine, to truly understand its potential and how it fits into my abilities."

Jugram, observing Sasuke's reluctance, offered a compassionate insight, "You dwell too much in darkness, you know. While it's undeniable that you've endured immense loss, having lost your family and entire clan, constantly harboring thoughts of revenge may blind you to the smaller joys that life offers. If you're consumed by vengeance, what will be the true meaning of your existence?"

Sasuke's expression remained resolute as he countered, "You couldn't possibly comprehend the depth of my emotions and the burden I carry."

"I wouldn't understand how you feel?" Jugram retorted, his voice tinged with a hint of frustration. "I've witnessed countless atrocities far more gruesome than anything you've likely experienced in your entire life. You fail to grasp the true darkness that permeates this world. Living in such a reality is a constant struggle, and if I hadn't possessed the strength I do, I would have succumbed to death countless times over. Yet here I am, still bearing a smile upon my face, striving to lead a meaningful existence."

He paused, his tone softening slightly. "I'm not suggesting you abandon your pursuit of revenge. No, far from it. But I implore you to channel that determination into something more than just vengeance. Strive for a balance. Embrace the fleeting moments of joy that this world offers. It's in those small moments that you'll find solace and truly feel alive."

"Only the hate burning in my heart for that man keeps me focused on achieving greater strength, and it's precisely because of that hatred that I can become stronger," said Sasuke, his voice tinged with determination.

"Your argument really doesn't make sense. Hatred doesn't inherently make you stronger. If that were the case, you would have surpassed your elder brother by now, wouldn't you? If I recall correctly, by your age, your brother was already a very powerful Jonin. The main reasons for his strength lie in his inherent genius—he's far more adept in terms of thinking and calculations than both you and me. Additionally, he began fighting at a very young age, which undoubtedly contributed to his prowess. What you need now is not reckless training, but a properly planned regimen with structured battles. Fortunately, after graduating, you will be exposed to exactly that, which is a good thing," Jugram reasoned, attempting to convince Sasuke.

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