Chapter 158: Further Applications of Mystic · Fire Release · Chakra Mode
Indeed, he discovered that after making some seemingly insignificant adjustments, those Fire Release Ninjutsu techniques could better integrate with the Mystic · Fire Release · Chakra Mode, greatly enhancing the power of his Fire Release Ninjutsu.
This breakthrough delighted Shiyu Uchiha immensely. He poured every ounce of his energy into refining it completely.
Meanwhile, in his mind, Shiyu couldn't help cursing the person responsible for forcing him to invest so much time in researching this technique. Eventually, feeling unsatisfied, he imagined circling curses around that man in his thoughts, hoping he would meet an early demise and reincarnate soon.
To apply these new techniques as soon as possible, Shiyu even postponed organizing his thoughts on Fire Release techniques—after all, sharpening the blade never delays cutting wood.
During this period, Shiyu specially chose a time to personally visit his former team leader, Shinku Yuhi. Partly for old times' sake, and partly because he intended to invite the other to his wedding. They exchanged happy greetings and fell into easy conversation after meeting.
As the conversation grew lively, Shinku Yuhi suddenly looked very serious. Gazing at Shiyu, he earnestly asked, "Shiyu, are you interested in taking on a disciple?"
The question caught Shiyu off guard, leaving him puzzled about what riddle the other was hinting at. However, guessing that it must be the other's own daughter, Kurenai Yuhi, he cautiously responded, "I'd certainly be interested in whomever your recommendation suggests, Teacher Shinku."
After a brief pause, Shinku admitted, "It's my daughter, Kurenai." Hearing exactly what he expected, Shiyu felt curious but refrained from interrupting, choosing instead to listen further.
"My daughter's talent as a ninja may not rival that of Sumao's son, Kakashi, but her Genjutsu talent is absolutely no weaker than mine. How do you feel about this, Shiyu?" Pleased with his daughter's praise, Shinku asked once more.
A spark of realization struck Shiyu—he was destined to become the head of the Uchiha clan. Taking Kurenai under his wing would essentially establish an alliance between their two clans. Improving his family's position was almost secondary—more importantly, the Uchiha clan would finally gain an ally.
For the Uchiha Clan, this was undeniably momentous news, especially since Shinku himself was quite powerful and exceptionally capable.
Smiling, Shiyu replied, "It would be my honor, Teacher Shinku. I'm certain Kurenai will grow into an outstanding ninja."
Nodding appreciatively, Shinku continued, "I hope she becomes a great ninja under your guidance and training." Shiyu immediately expressed gratitude, promising to do his utmost in teaching Kurenai.
Then, he asked, "May I ask when Kurenai will officially become my student? I'll bring Mother's Illusionary Butterflies Summoning Scroll then, letting her sign the contract as a gift for becoming my disciple. What do you think, Teacher Shinku?"
Hearing this, Shinku was extremely pleased with Shiyu's attitude, and equally delighted for his daughter. Thinking for a moment, he said, "How about in a few days? Currently, Kurenai Yuhi is out on a mission. When the time comes, I will also visit Elder Shizhi together with you." Naturally, Shiyu happily agreed.
An elite jonin whose overall strength had nearly reached the Kage level held immense value—a fact the Uchiha Clan could not afford to ignore.
Especially someone like Shinku Yuhi, who specialized in genjutsu. If given more time to refine and develop his combat system, he would become a Kage-level expert comparable to Renga Uchiha.
Even at this stage, if assigned a suitable jonin squad, he was already capable of challenging ordinary Kage-level opponents. That was precisely why Shiyu Uchiha chose to personally visit Shinku Yuhi. Beyond their existing relationship, the most important reason, naturally, was Shinku Yuhi's formidable power.
Therefore, when Shinku Yuhi proposed taking on a disciple, Shiyu Uchiha immediately agreed without hesitation, offering an extremely precious gift—a summoned beast specialized in genjutsu. Moreover, during the formal apprenticeship ceremony, Shiyu planned to directly bestow upon him the [Illusionary Butterflies] summoning technique.
If properly cultivated, these summoned beasts could potentially become exclusive to the Yuhi Clan. After all, across the entire ninja world, genjutsu-compatible summoned beasts were extremely scarce.
Within Konoha Village, aside from the Uchiha Clan, only the Kurama Clan might possess similar summoned beasts. Otherwise, how could Shinku Yuhi, being such a highly accomplished jonin of Konoha, still not have his own personal summoned beast yet?
As their relationship grew closer, Shiyu learned the full story from Shinku. It turned out that over recent years, Shinku had visited Uchiha Shizhi multiple times seeking guidance in genjutsu, which to the Hokage faction appeared as growing too close with the Uchiha Clan.
Thus, when Shinku finally mastered his genjutsu skills, they sent Hatake Sakumo to test his genjutsu. Although Sakumo ultimately broke through the illusion, Sakumo gave it high praise afterward.
Consequently, Hiruzen Sarutobi became deeply intrigued by this genjutsu technique. Upon investigation, he discovered it originated from the [Bringer-of-Darkness Technique], specifically designed to counter the Sharingan, sparking even greater interest.
What's more, Danzo Shimura also developed strong curiosity about the jutsu, eager to see just how effective it was in countering the Sharingan.
Hence, those individuals kept pressuring him under the guise of the [Will of Fire], hoping Shinku Yuhi would document his self-developed genjutsu within the Scroll of Seals so they could essentially obtain it for free. This was the case with the Kato Clan's [Spirit Transformation Technique], which had already been added to the Scroll of Seals.
In reality, however, it was a thinly veiled excuse for stealing secret techniques. Yet, since both Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura controlled the narrative, they managed to wrap this act in an air of legitimacy.
Frankly speaking, Shiyu Uchiha felt deep disgust toward such hypocrisy and double standards. However, Shinku Yuhi had his own different plans—he aspired to evolve this genjutsu into the Yuhi Clan's own family secret technique and had already begun integrating other ninjutsu around it, gradually building a complete system around it to establish it as the Yuhi Clan's signature ninjutsu.
The Yuhi Clan, to which Shinku Yuhi belonged, had once suffered a devastating attack from powerful enemies during the late Warring States Era. Their clan's core Ninjutsu was lost, and few members survived. Luckily, the Senju and Uchiha had recently made peace and built Konoha Village together. The remaining Yuhi were granted refuge there, so Shinku held deep love for Konoha and felt a particular fondness for the Uchiha.
Otherwise, the Yuhi Clan might have faced total extinction. Although the clan later managed to rebuild itself, their ancestral Secret Jutsu had already been lost—a regret that would always remain in Shinku Yuhi's heart, impossible to mend.
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