Naruto evolution system

Chapter 242: Return

Shifting his gaze away from [Absolute Adaptation] and [Iron Body], Baishi focused on the [Bloodline] section of his status panel.

If anything had undergone drastic changes, it was undoubtedly his Kekkei Genkai and Kekkei Tōta abilities.

In just over three months, he had elevated the potential of his previously mastered Kekkei Genkai—Wood Release, Ice Release, and Dust Release—to the maximum, reaching X (99.9%) in all three.

Not only that, but he had also developed two new Kekkei Genkai—Lava Release and Storm Release—and had boosted their potential to IX (30.5%) and VIII (85.2%), respectively.

Initially, according to his plans, he had only intended to develop Lava Release since it was directly related to the future evolution of Absolute Adaptation.

However, apart from [Bloodline], another aspect of his Chakra Affinity had also surged significantly over the past three months.

This led to his affinity for the five basic chakra natures—Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Lightning—reaching their peak.

So, on a whim, he combined Water and Lightning chakra—which led to the birth of Storm Release.

Though Storm Release didn't provide him with substantial combat enhancements, it proved a crucial point—his control over the five chakra natures had reached an advanced level.

If he could freely create a Kekkei Genkai, then the next step was obvious.

It was well known that chakra had seven nature transformations.

Among them, the five elemental transformations—Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Lightning—were now completely mastered by him.

Thus, the next step was to develop the two special chakra natures—Yin and Yang Release.

And he wasn't starting from nothing.

Even though his status panel hadn't listed these before, he had been using them all along.

Yin Release (陰遁) was based on spiritual energy, typically creating something out of nothing—manifesting intangible forces into visible phenomena.

For example, Nara Clan's Shadow Jutsu and Yamanaka Clan's Mind Techniques were applications of Yin Release.

And coincidentally, Baishi had already mastered the Yamanaka Clan's techniques.

As for Yang Release (陽遁)—

It was the opposite of Yin Release, utilizing physical energy to imbue form with life.

For instance, the Akimichi Clan's Expansion Jutsu and Medical Ninjutsu were examples of Yang Release.

While he wasn't highly skilled in either, his [Cellular Regeneration] ability gave him deep insights into Yang Release.

Thus—

With a single thought, his status panel flickered, updating itself.

A few moments later, the [Chakra Affinity] section displayed two new entries—Yin and Yang Release.

Yin Affinity: III (70.6%)

Yang Affinity: IV (64.5%)

"Now that looks right!"

Muttering to himself, Baishi then shifted his attention to [Gravity Manipulation], a newly evolved ability.

Three months ago, his battle against Nagato had demonstrated the sheer convenience of abilities like Shinra Tensei (Almighty Push) and Banshō Ten'in (Universal Pull).

Though they couldn't harm him directly, they restricted his movements significantly.

At that time, even before the battle ended, he had begun thinking of ways to develop a similar ability.

Now, after three months—with the system's assistance—he had succeeded.

Retracting his gaze, he pointed a finger forward.

A massive boulder in front of him floated into the air, before he flicked his wrist, sending it crashing into the distant ocean.

With this ability, he could now manipulate gravity freely—even without the Rinnegan.

As for repulsion (Shinra Tensei), it was simply a reversed application of gravity.

However, unlike Nagato, Baishi's Gravity Manipulation had no cooldown, but it heavily drained his mental energy.

Particularly when repelling attacks, mimicking Shinra Tensei required him to lock onto multiple objects simultaneously before exerting force.

If he had slower reaction speeds or weaker mental resilience, the technique would have been nearly useless.

But given his enhanced mind and reflexes, he could compensate for this limitation.

And with further evolution, these flaws would gradually disappear.

The only disappointing aspect was its slow evolution speed—

Despite three months of development, it had only reached Level III (15.5%).

Given that he was running on "Five Core Acceleration" with unlimited energy, this wasn't a good sign.

But since his current plans were set, he couldn't afford to shift too much focus onto this.

So, for now, he could only let it develop gradually.

"Sigh!"

Baishi sighed lightly and closed his status panel.

After summarizing his progress over the past three months, he took a brief rest before immediately diving back into further evolution.

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One Week Later

On the same island.

Baishi stared at his status panel with satisfaction, as his [Mental Fortress] had just reached Level IV.

"Looks like I can handle more mental links now."

Much like [Energy Absorption], when [Mental Fortress] ascended from III to IV, its effectiveness underwent a qualitative leap.

If before, it felt like he was shielded behind a wooden door, now it felt like he had an iron gate guarding his mind.

Under this fortified protection, he estimated that his tolerance for mental stress had at least doubled.

With a thought, Baishi locked onto a distant Flying Thunder God mark and teleported away.

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Land of Fire

A small town inn.

Baishi's silhouette flickered into existence.

"Hmm? Someone's here."

His eyes glowed silver, and within seconds, he noticed a startled tenant in the room.

Just as the man was about to scream, Baishi casually waved a hand.

Instantly—

The man collapsed into unconsciousness, his memories of Baishi erased in an instant.

Unbothered, Baishi sat at the table, muttering softly:

"Meet me here."

His words were directed toward Moonlight Hayate, relayed via a telepathic jutsu.

This room was one of his designated contact points with Hayate, and sensing that he was nearby, Baishi had arrived here first.

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Fifteen minutes later.

Knock, knock, knock—

A firm knocking sounded at the door.

"Come in."

The door creaked open, and a plain-looking middle-aged man stepped inside.

This man was none other than Moonlight Hayate, merely disguised using the Transformation Jutsu.

With a click, the door shut.

As soon as it did, Hayate reverted to his true form and bowed respectfully.

"My lord!"

"Hmm."

Baishi nodded before extending his perception outward, carefully inspecting Hayate's body.

It wasn't that he feared betrayal—the "Mental Seed" made betrayal impossible.

He was simply checking to ensure no one had tampered with Hayate in secret.

And given the dangers he constantly faced, it was a necessary precaution.

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