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Konoha Training Grounds #7 – Early Morning
Sakumo Hatake wasn't one for idle words. He simply handed me a wooden practice tanto and said,
"Show me how you fight."
I took stance, heart pounding. This wasn't a spar with a student—this was with the White Fang of Konoha.
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First Lesson
The moment I moved, he was behind me. A light tap of his tanto handle on my shoulder sent me sprawling.
"Too slow," he said calmly. "Relying on tricks won't work against real shinobi."
I gritted my teeth. Fine… combo time.
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System Prompt
> Skill Fusion Unlocked:
Combine Chakra Threads (Lv.1) + Shadow Bind (Lv.1) → Shadow Threads Bind (Lv.1).
Effect: Restrains one target's limb for 1.5 seconds while dealing minor chakra drain.
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Counterattack
When he struck again, I launched Shadow Threads, wrapping his wrist. He blinked, mildly surprised, before slicing free with sheer strength.
"Interesting…" he said, smiling faintly. "That… is not standard Academy technique. You have potential."
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Trust Increase
> Sakumo Trust Level: 55% → 70%
White Fang Variant – Beginner Style (Unlocked)
A swift taijutsu style favoring precise strikes & short blades.
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Kushina vs Mikoto
After training, Kushina stormed up, holding a towel. "You're training alone with him now?!" she snapped, glaring at Sakumo, then at me.
Mikoto approached silently, eyes calm but sharp. "He's just learning. No need to be… emotional."
"Emotional?! He could've died yesterday!" Kushina snapped, stepping closer.
Mikoto didn't flinch. "Which is why he needs training."
The air crackled. I coughed awkwardly. And so… the rivalry begins.
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System Alert – Social
> Harem Path Progression:
Kushina Affection: 40% → 50% (Protective Instinct)
Mikoto Affection: 15% → 20% (Curiosity)
Rivalry Flag Triggered: Kushina vs Mikoto (Minor).
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Evening Reflection
As I walked home, my System flashed a red warning:
> Upcoming Event: Nawaki Senju's first C-Rank mission → Fatal Probability: 78%.
Choice Detected: Intervene or let history play out.
I clenched my fists. Not happening. I'll rewrite it all.
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