Over the past year, aside from his own studies and daily cultivation,
Sora would also occasionally guide Mikoto and his older brother, Uchiha Hao.
Through these opportunities, he used them to test and verify some of his theories regarding taijutsu and body-refining techniques.
This allowed him to gather a great deal of data and information, which would be crucial for creating his own body-refining methods.
…
Half a month later—
[You practice the basic Tai Chi from your previous life and experience an epiphany. You deduce and comprehend True Tai Chi (Body-Refining Version).]
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[You study numerous Uchiha body-refining secret techniques and taijutsu knowledge. Combined with physical conditioning methods from your previous life, you experience an epiphany and create the Uchiha Basic Body-Refining Technique.]
Both techniques possessed excellent body-refining effects.
The former even had additional combat application—it could be used as a powerful taijutsu in battle.
"Done!"
Sora withdrew his stance.
The set of Basic Body-Refining Technique and Tai Chi he had just performed felt incredibly smooth and comfortable.
After one full round, he could clearly feel his muscles, bones, and tendons strengthening.
His entire body felt refreshed.
"Again!"
Without hesitation, he continued cultivating.
One round of the Basic Body-Refining Technique—
Followed by one round of Tai Chi.
Tai Chi wasn't just useful for combat and body refinement—
It also enhanced flexibility and agility.
That was why, even after creating the more comprehensive Basic Body-Refining Technique, Sora still chose to develop True Tai Chi separately.
"Hm?"
At that moment, Mikoto walked over.
Watching Sora practice, she asked curiously:
"Sora, what kind of拳法 is this? It looks somewhat similar to the Hyūga clan's Gentle Fist."
"It's you, Sister Mikoto. No mission today?"
Sora replied casually while continuing his movements, then explained:
"This isn't the Hyūga clan's Gentle Fist. It's a new technique I created—Tai Chi."
"It's both a body-refining method and a combat fist technique."
"Do you want to learn it?"
"It can improve flexibility and agility… and even make your figure more perfect."
Hearing his teasing, Mikoto blushed slightly and shot him a glance.
"Fine, fine—I'll learn! But honestly, Sora… you're incredible. You've created another powerful technique already. Is there anything you can't do?"
As she spoke, her gaze toward him was filled with affection.
Sometimes, she even wondered if she had gone mad—
To fall for a boy twelve years younger than her.
But she simply couldn't resist Sora's charm.
Not just his talent—
But also his increasingly adorable appearance.
Over the past year, with Sora's help, her strength had improved tremendously.
Her overall ability had reached at least elite Chūnin level.
In taijutsu alone, thanks to medicinal baths and Sora's frequent guidance, she had already reached Chūnin level.
Her spiritual power had also been strengthened by the Spirit-Refining Method.
Combined with her already awakened three-tomoe Sharingan—
Even a careless Jōnin could fall into her genjutsu.
Her reputation as a genius had already spread within the Uchiha clan and throughout Konohagakure.
"Well, there is something I can't do."
Finishing a set of movements, Sora stopped and winked at her with a smile.
"Giving birth—that's something I definitely can't do."
"You're asking for a beating!"
Mikoto couldn't help but lightly smack his back.
"Come on, I'll teach you the Basic Body-Refining Technique and Tai Chi I just created."
"You've learned bits and pieces from me before, but not the full version. This time, I'll teach you the complete forms."
"With these, your strength should improve again in a short time."
With that, Sora pulled Mikoto along and began teaching her the two techniques.
"Mm!"
Mikoto nodded.
Feeling both touched and motivated, she began learning seriously.
Her talent was quite good.
After just two rounds, she had already grasped the basics.
"That's about it."
"From here on, it depends on your own practice to improve your proficiency."
"Of course, if there's anything you don't understand, you can always come ask me."
"Come, let's go over there. I want to study the changes in your Sharingan again."
With that, Sora led Mikoto to sit on the front courtyard terrace.
Mikoto cooperated and activated her Sharingan.
Her eyes were filled with affection as she looked at him—
Which made Sora feel somewhat overwhelmed.
He couldn't help but resent the fact that he was still so young.
Otherwise…
He forced himself to focus, channeling his frustration into concentration.
Using his spiritual power, he carefully probed her eyes and parts of her brain,
rapidly recording the subtle changes and patterns he observed, comparing them with the data he had accumulated over the past half year.
After more than ten minutes—
Noticing that Mikoto's chakra was mostly depleted and her eyes had begun to feel dry,
Sora withdrew his spiritual power.
He gently placed a hand on her cheek and said softly:
"That's enough. Turn off your Sharingan."
"Mm."
Mikoto obediently complied, suppressing the slight discomfort in her eyes before asking:
"So? How did it go? Did you gain anything? I can keep going if needed."
"It's enough."
Sora shook his head.
Then he raised his hands to her eyes.
Mikoto instinctively closed them.
Sora gently massaged around her eyes.
After a while, once the fatigue had eased significantly, he withdrew his hands and said:
"I've gathered everything I need."
"The remaining part… I'll have to wait until I awaken my own Sharingan and personally experience its finer changes before I can truly create the cultivation method I want."
Relying solely on observing others was no longer enough.
As for awakening his own Sharingan—
Over the past half year, he had been using his spiritual power and innate qi to nurture his eyes.
The results were already significant.
His vision and dynamic perception had improved greatly.
More importantly—
He could feel a special power forming within his eyes.
That power was essentially the same as the Ocular Power he had sensed in Mikoto and other Uchiha.
"Mm!"
Mikoto opened her eyes and nodded firmly.
"I believe you can definitely do it, Sora!"
"I'll go continue practicing the body-refining techniques!"
With that, she got up and ran toward the nearby training ground.
From initial clumsiness—
Her movements quickly became smooth and fluid.
Watching her, Sora couldn't help but nod in approval.
Creak—
As noon approached, the courtyard gate opened.
Uchiha Misa walked in and immediately saw Mikoto training in the distance, while Sora sat nearby observing and giving guidance.
The scene was harmonious—
It made her smile knowingly.
She walked forward and teased:
"Oh my, oh my—are you two little lovebirds on a date?"
"Mom!"
"Sister Misa!"
Sora looked speechless, while Mikoto blushed and stopped her training.
Even though she was often teased by Misa—
She still couldn't help but feel embarrassed every time.
Which annoyed her a little.
After all, in front of others, she was usually bold and composed.
"Back early today?"
Sora quickly changed the topic.
"Not busy at the hospital?"