NOVEL NEXT Chapter 27: Kurenai Yuhi
Kurenai Yuhi is a skilled Jonin from Konoha, renowned for her expertise in Genjutsu. As the Jonin instructor of Team 8, she mentors a group consisting of Hinata Hyuga, Kiba Inuzuka, and Shino Aburame, guiding them in developing their unique abilities. In the original *Naruto* series, Kurenai is portrayed as a graceful and talented kunoichi, admired for both her beauty and strength. Although her character is romantically linked with Asuma Sarutobi, it's clear that her dedication to her village and students defines her as a strong, independent ninja.
I requested Kakashi-san to arrange for someone proficient in Genjutsu to assist me with my training, and he suggested Kurenai-san, renowned for her exceptional skill in this area. Thus, my training under her guidance began.
"Good morning, Kurenai-san," I greeted her respectfully as I arrived for the session.
"Good morning, Naruto," she responded warmly.
"You're as beautiful as ever, Kurenai-san," I added, hoping to lighten the mood with a compliment.
She smiled at my words, amused by the innocence of my flattery, knowing that I was still underestimated by many despite my growing strength.
"Enough with the compliments, Naruto," she said with a gentle but firm tone. "Let's begin the training."
My training under Kurenai began in earnest, focusing not only on mastering Genjutsu but also on enhancing my affinity with Yin chakra, the foundation of illusionary techniques. By increasing my connection to Yin chakra, I could potentially unlock the Dark Release nature, a rare ability that allows one to absorb and manipulate chakra from others.
Over time, Kurenai and I grew closer, beyond just the mentor-student relationship. On her days off, she would often visit my home, spending time with me outside of our usual training sessions. While her guidance was invaluable, I realized that, with my Sharingan, learning Genjutsu came naturally to me. The visual prowess of the Sharingan allowed me to grasp the nuances of the techniques with relative ease.
It was a similar experience with Tsunade, who occasionally taught me advanced techniques. Though she was rarely around due to her gambling escapades, her visits were always beneficial, and I found myself learning quickly under her tutelage as well.
After months of rigorous training, my journey reached its conclusion. As promised, I committed to marrying her soon, a promise she willingly accepted. With the growth in my maturity, I felt confident in my ability to connect with others on a deeper level. My progress was not just emotional but also reflected in my capabilities.
"Aurora, show me my status," I asked, feeling the anticipation build.
"Here, Leo," she responded as a familiar notification sound rang.
**Status:**
- **Name**: Naruto Uzumaki (Leo)
- **Clan**: Uzumaki Clan
- **Bloodline**: Uzumaki (100%)
- **HP**: 5000
- **CP**: 5000
- **Strength**: 550
- **Agility**: 550
- **Dexterity**: 550
- **Defense**: 550
- **Endurance**: 550
- **Intelligence**: 550
- **Chakra Control (CC)**: 75%
- **Ninjutsu**: 7
- **Genjutsu**: 6
- **Taijutsu**: 7
- **Fuinjutsu**: 5
-**Kenjutsu**:3
- **Abilities**: Adamantine Chains, Kagura Mind's Eye, and more
- **Jutsu**:
- Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique
- Water Clone Technique
- Wind Release: Great Breakthrough
- Earth Release: Tearing Earth Turning Palm
- Lightning Release: Lightning Beast Tracking Fang
- Scorch Release: Charring Palm
- Flare Release: Light Ray
- Wave Release: Wave Dragon
- Lava Release: Building Debris
- Magnetic Flight technique
- Explosion Release:Turbo Burst
- **Other Jutsu**: Clone Technique, Transformation Jutsu, Substitution Jutsu, Body Flicker Jutsu, Expansion Justu, Water walking techniques, Tree climbing techniques, Shadow Clone Jutsu, Hyuga-style Taijutsu (8 Trigrams), and Mind Transfer Jutsu.
- **Affinities**: Fire (50%), Water (48%), Earth (50%), Wind (50%), Lightning (50%), Yang (50%), Yin (45%)
- **Kekkei Genkai**:
- Scorch Release (Fire + Wind)
- Flare Release (Fire + Lightning)
- Wave Release (Wind + Lightning)
- Lava Release (Fire + Earth)
- Magnet Release (Earth + Wind)
- Explosion Release (Earth + Lightning)
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Seeing my stats provided a sense of reassurance. With five years still ahead of me, I felt confident that reaching the level of Kaguya was within my grasp, or perhaps I could even rival the power of Shibai. This journey of growth and self-discovery was far from over, and I knew that even greater challenges lay ahead.
With the strength I had attained, I knew I possessed the power to single-handedly obliterate any of the hidden villages if I chose to. My abilities, refined through relentless training, had brought me to a level where few could stand in my way. The combination of my physical prowess and mastery of powerful jutsu, alongside my elemental affinities, made me a formidable force. I understood the weight of this power, and though destruction was within my reach, I was also mindful of the responsibility that came with it. My path forward would be one of careful consideration, knowing that the strength I held could shape the future of entire nations.