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TSSITWON Chapter 40: Running Out of Natural Energy
🕑 Added 2024-09-27 11:23:16 +0000 UTCIn the first attempt, there were no results. The air felt heavy and empty, and no water was formed from his movements. Aoki tried again, five times in a row. However, each time Aoki repeated the technique, the Natural Energy in his body was completely drained. It felt as if Aoki was running non-stop; his body felt heavy and sluggish.
"Why is this so difficult?" Aoki muttered, frustrated.
Fatigue began to creep into Aoki's body, forcing him to stop. He then sat on the cold cave floor, trying to calm himself.
"I need a break," Aoki whispered to himself. An hour passed, and Aoki tried again. This time, he only managed to perform one movement before running out of energy again.
This training became a repetitive cycle. Each time the Natural Energy was depleted, Aoki would stop to rest and recharge, then try again. Days went by, and he continued this routine in silence. Every time Sakumo went on a mission, Aoki would sneak into the forest, practicing Mizu no Kokyu without letting anyone know.
During the training, Aoki's senses gradually heightened. The longer Aoki connected with Natural Energy, the sharper his awareness of his surroundings became. Now, Aoki could sense someone's presence even from a distance or detect the existence of objects without having to see them. This ability gave Aoki a newfound confidence, even though he was aware there was a price to pay.
"Why do I keep running out of Natural Energy?" Aoki wondered to himself. After all, he had been absorbing Natural Energy from morning until night.
Aoki slowly realized the reason his body was running out of Natural Energy so quickly. Each time Aoki absorbed it, the Natural Energy did not just reside within his body; it actively strengthened Aoki's physical form.
Aoki's body was now stronger and more resilient, his energy abundant, and the fatigue he usually felt hardly ever approached him again. It was as if the Natural Energy was not just fuel, but a source of life that made Aoki tougher.
Not only that, but injuries that would have previously brought Aoki down now healed faster than usual. In a matter of hours, the scratches disappeared without a trace. Additionally, Aoki's senses became sharper. He could feel even the slightest changes around him, whether it was the movement of the wind, the vibrations from someone's footsteps, or even the chakra vibrations from living beings nearby.
However, all of this came at a cost. Aoki quickly ran out of Natural Energy, even though he continuously absorbed it. Many might wonder why Aoki, who could absorb Natural Energy for six hours in the morning and six hours at night, still became fatigued so quickly. The answer was simple: Aoki's body had its limits.
The human body cannot absorb Natural Energy without bounds. There is a significant risk when absorbing too much, something Aoki understood after seeing Naruto nearly turn into a frog if not struck by Fukasaku.
Aoki had to control himself. Thus, in one day, Aoki only absorbed enough—twelve hours within a twenty-four-hour period—maintaining a balance between strength and control. Meanwhile, Aoki limited his absorption to a maximum of fifteen hours a day, even though his body actually craved more. But if forced, Aoki's body might not withstand the consequences.
(Flashback No Jutsu Complete)
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Over the past month, Aoki had begun to get used to his routine in the village. He often met with Kakashi, Rin, and Obito, albeit only in brief moments. On the other hand, Aoki's encounters with Tsunade and Shizune left a different impression.
Kushina, although he had only met her twice, left a strong impression. The energy and strength of that girl made Aoki hesitant to approach. Aoki knew that getting too close to Kushina would only bring trouble.
