Chapter 68: The Possibility of Auto-Dispelling Genjutsu
Akiyama Makoto had always been very interested in genjutsu. However, he knew that without a Sharingan, he was destined not to get far on this path. Therefore, his goal was not to become a genjutsu master, but to figure out how not to be controlled by the genjutsu of masters.
In truth, breaking a genjutsu was not difficult. With the exception of extremely special techniques like Tsukuyomi and Kotoamatsukami, most genjutsu could be broken in one of two ways. The first was to calm the chakra within one's body that had been disturbed by the illusion, which could be done by oneself or with the help of a partner. The second was to rely on strong willpower or pain to force the brain to realize it was seeing an illusion.
Unfortunately, what Makoto needed to do was face genjutsu on the level of Tsukuyomi and not be controlled. Or, after being controlled, to quickly realize it and break free. This required him to devise a method to instinctively detect the presence of a genjutsu and quickly dispel it, even when he was caught alone.
This was obviously an extremely difficult task. If everyone could do it, then the entire category of genjutsu could just be erased from the ninja world.
On this, he actually had some ideas. He had two ready-made examples to refer to.
One was that a Jinchūriki could rely on the Tailed Beast within them to help break a genjutsu. The second was a rather clever little trick that Deidara had come up with to counter Itachi's genjutsu. Deidara would concentrate chakra in his left eye and cover it with his hair, causing the scenes he saw with his left and right eyes to be different, a fact known only to him. An unknowing genjutsu user would cast an illusion that made him see a "normal" scene with both eyes, and he would immediately realize he was under a genjutsu.
With these two examples, Makoto had his own concept.
First, like Deidara, he could ensure that he was always seeing something that no one else knew existed, and set this as a reference point. This way, when he fell under a genjutsu, the reference point would disappear, and he would immediately realize what had happened.
And it just so happened that he had such a reference point to use: the System's text display box! This thing would undoubtedly always be there and would never disappear under any circumstances. And according to his simulation experience, even Yamanaka Inoichi was unaware of its existence after reading his mind. From this, it could be inferred that no genjutsu user could possibly replicate it in front of him.
With this reference point, the next step was to break the genjutsu himself after the reference point disappeared, or more radically, to rely on some kind of mechanism to automatically dispel it. This would require something in his body to actively help him calm his chakra. Other ninja didn't have this condition; a Jinchūriki needed the help of their Tailed Beast. So, what could he rely on?
The answer was already carved on his chest: the Yin Seal!
He could fine-tune the Yin Seal, adding some conditional curse marks. For example, if his chakra underwent a certain special change, the Yin Seal would release its own chakra to calm the flow within his body, achieving the effect of automatically dispelling the genjutsu.
To achieve this, he needed to constantly test the effects of various genjutsu on himself and figure out how to adjust the Yin Seal so that it could accurately and automatically break him free. If one had to make an analogy, it was like collecting data to train an AI.
This was also the main reason he had joined Team 8.
Although Kurenai Yūhi's genjutsu was useless against a Sharingan, she herself was an absolute genius with a 'Genjutsu' stat of 10. It was just a pity she didn't have a stronger bloodline to take her to the next level. So, what he needed to do next was to have Kurenai teach him and use genjutsu on him, allowing him to continuously collect data to modify his Yin Seal.
This was a task that would take years. If he didn't become her subordinate, it was hard to believe she would help him so diligently.
All of this had been written into the simulation during his last guidance. Now it was just a matter of seeing if Kurenai would agree.
[Kurenai agrees after only a brief moment of thought, but she requires that you learn genjutsu step by step. You understand the hidden meaning: she will not teach you unconditionally.]
Makoto was already prepared for this. Kurenai's strength relied on her genjutsu skills. Their relationship was merely that of a Jōnin and a subordinate; there was indeed no reason for her to teach him everything she knew without reservation. But that was only for now. He believed that she would change her opinion of him in the future.
[Under Kurenai's guidance, you begin your genjutsu training, recording the disturbances caused by the illusions in your body, and then begin to modify your Yin Seal. At the same time, you do not forget to continue helping Hinata strengthen her body and take charge of the team's meals.]
[Through your multi-tasking, you quickly become close with everyone. Even Kiba and Shino begin to discuss training experiences with you, as you are undoubtedly the strongest among the Genin.]
[Confident in your own strength, you also share some of your ninjutsu experience. You quickly become the true leader of the four in the eyes of Shino and Kiba.]
[In your spare time between missions, you do not forget to cultivate your relationship with Tenten. Because you have become a ninja in this life and have already published several novels, you have enough time and money to devote yourself to her. Your relationship heats up quickly.]
[In the blink of an eye, the Chūnin Exams begin. How you will participate becomes a problem Kurenai has to consider, as a four-person team is against the rules.]
Seeing this, Makoto was a little surprised. He had only just realized that he would also be participating in the Chūnin Exams now. But he would probably be the one excluded... Just as he was thinking this, Hinata chose to sacrifice herself.
[Hinata chooses to withdraw from the Chūnin Exams, leaving the opportunity to you. To your surprise, both the Hyūga clan and Kurenai agree to this choice. While relieved, Hinata also realizes that she has been completely abandoned.]
Makoto scratched his head... he realized there was nothing he could do about this. He was simulating with Tenten this time, not Hinata. Otherwise, he would definitely find a way to change her personality. For now, he could only compensate her doubly and try to make her stronger.
As it turned out, his simulated self did just that.
[Because she has been completely abandoned, Hinata also gains complete freedom. Her movements are rarely restricted, and she has more time to spend with you. She lets go of her burdens, eats her fill at every meal, and then eagerly enjoys your 'massages'.]
[You notice that Hinata's strength has grown significantly, but you are not sure to what extent. Kurenai registers you, Kiba, and Shino for the Chūnin Exams, and the Sand Village ninja arrive in Konoha.]
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