Sunlight filtered through the treetops, shining on a quiet waterfall outside Konoha Village.
Water splashed as a rainbow hung above it, creating a beautiful scene.
Uchiha Yujin stood beneath the waterfall, letting the cold water crash over his body.
He was trying to control his chakra, learning the basics of water-style ninjutsu.
Amid the roar of the waterfall, Uchiha Yujin formed hand signs with his hands.
His eyes were tightly closed as he felt the power and rhythm of the water.
His Sharingan slowly spun behind his eyelids, as if mimicking the flow of the water.
A faint blue light appeared on his palms as he gradually built the connection between chakra and water.
He tried to release his chakra into the water, merging his body with the flowing stream.
Not far away, Kakashi Hatake lounged casually on a thick tree branch.
In his hand was a book called Icha Icha Paradise, which he occasionally flipped through, lost in its world.
His gaze often drifted from the pages to glance at Uchiha Yujin beneath the waterfall, a hint of admiration flickering in his eyes.
Whenever Uchiha Yujin successfully guided the water or failed in his attempts, Kakashi would nod slightly or let out a soft sigh.
He didn't intervene immediately but gave Uchiha Yujin enough space to explore and learn, only offering guidance at crucial moments.
As time passed, Uchiha Yujin gradually mastered the essentials of water-style ninjutsu.
His chakra control became smoother, and the water he directed grew stronger.
Kakashi closed his book and lightly jumped down from the tree, ready to offer Uchiha Yujin further instruction.
"Not bad, Uchiha Yujin. You're progressing faster than I expected."
Kakashi's voice carried a hint of a smile.
"Next, we can try some more advanced water-style techniques."
"What is it?" Uchiha Yujin asked with unusual excitement.
Because this was the second proper ninjutsu he had seriously learned, besides the Three Basic Ninjutsu!
Amid the roaring sound of the waterfall, Kakashi stood with his hands behind his back, lightly stepping on the water's surface, as if he had merged with nature itself.
His voice was calm and deep, cutting through the sound of the water and clearly reaching Uchiha Yujin's ears: "Before learning, you must first understand one principle."
His gaze pierced through the layers of mist and settled on Uchiha Yujin.
"Water Release Technique originates from the delicate control of water-nature chakra." Kakashi's tone carried a hint of seriousness as he continued, "It is not merely an offensive ninjutsu. Compared to Fire Release, it is often used defensively."
"Usually—" Kakashi slowly paced on the water surface, causing gentle ripples beneath his feet, "a ninja manipulates the moisture around them to perform Water Release."
His hands moved lightly, as if drawing invisible seals in the air. The water molecules around him seemed to respond to his summons, forming subtle streams of water.
"However," Kakashi's voice held a trace of nostalgia, "a truly skilled Water Release user can summon water forms even in places without any water, relying solely on chakra."
"Like the Second Hokage, Senju Tobirama, who was skilled in Water Release without water?" Uchiha Yujin guessed.
"Yes and no. The Second Hokage is the most famous example, but there are also the Second and Fourth Mizukage."
"But actually," Kakashi shamelessly pointed at himself, "I can do it too."
Uchiha Yujin rolled his eyes. "Alright, alright. We get it, you're amazing, Kakashi-sensei. So which technique are you going to teach me?"
"Watch carefully!"
As Kakashi's voice fell, he lightly tapped the water surface and leapt backward, creating some distance between himself and Uchiha Yujin.
His hands moved with a speed almost impossible to catch.
Because the motion was too fast, Uchiha Yujin didn't see exactly how many seals he formed, but Kakashi's ninjutsu was already complete.
After Kakashi finished the hand seals, a powerful chakra surged from his body, rushing straight toward the water surface beneath the waterfall.
That chakra seemed almost alive as it quickly merged with the flowing water, unleashing an astonishing force.
The water surface began to churn violently, as if pulled by an invisible power, forming a massive wall of water.
The water wall rose swiftly, like a crystal barrier shooting up from the lake bed to the sky, shimmering brilliantly in the sunlight.
Its surface glittered with waves, yet it was extraordinarily solid, as if it could withstand any attack.
This was it! Water Release: Water Formation Wall!
A B-rank defensive ninjutsu created by the Second Hokage, Senju Tobirama! Known for its powerful defense and spectacular visual effect!
Uchiha Yujin stood frozen in place, stunned by the magnificent scene before him.
He hadn't expected Kakashi to teach him such an advanced jutsu right from the start.
The scale and visual impact of the technique far exceeded his expectations, raising his understanding of Water Release ninjutsu to a new level.
"This… this is Water Release?" Uchiha Yujin's voice trembled slightly, his eyes shining with excitement and longing.
Kakashi stood on the other side of the water wall, his figure appearing even more mysterious and powerful against the shimmering barrier.
His voice crossed through the water wall, clear in Uchiha Yujin's ears:
"That's right, this is the Water Formation Wall. It can not only defend against physical attacks but also resist some ninjutsu attacks. Now, try using your Great Fireball."
Before Kakashi finished speaking, Uchiha Yujin's hands quickly formed seals again!
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!"
The great fireball shot forward like a blazing comet, cutting through the air with a trail of intense heat, crashing into the water wall.
The water wall rippled from the fireball's impact, the clash of flame and water hissed loudly, and steam spread, forming a thick mist!
However, despite the tremendous power of the Great Fireball, the water barrier stood firm like an unbreakable fortress, steadily blocking the attack.
The flames of the fireball dissipated upon hitting the water wall, turning into wisps of blue smoke, while the water barrier remained unshaken.
Kakashi stood on the other side of the water barrier, a faint smile of satisfaction on his face.
This water-style defensive ninjutsu, performed by him, was difficult to break through even for a Uchiha ninja who had long mastered the Great Fireball technique.
Especially since the user was just a child.
Just as Kakashi prepared to continue his lesson, Uchiha Yujin showed no intention of stopping.
His hands quickly formed hand seals again—three times in a row—each time accompanied by a low shout, as three Great Fireballs relentlessly slammed into the water barrier.
"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"
Each impact caused the water barrier to ripple more violently, the steam growing thicker.
Kakashi's brow slightly furrowed, impressed by Uchiha Yujin's chakra control and the speed at which he unleashed his jutsu.
After the three fierce strikes of the Great Fireball, the water barrier finally reached its limit.
With a loud crash on the last hit, the water wall shattered, scattering countless droplets that sparkled brilliantly under the sunlight.
Uchiha Yujin looked at the collapsing water barrier, a proud smile spreading across his face.
But before his smile could fully form, a figure appeared behind him like a ghost.
Kakashi grabbed Uchiha Yujin by the ankle and flipped him upside down, his voice tinged with reproach.
"Kid, do you have to be so rough on your teacher?"
Hanging upside down, Uchiha Yujin looked a bit embarrassed but still forced a smile.
"No, no, no, Kakashi-sensei. I was just testing how many Great Fireballs this technique can defend against."
"Defend against Great Fireballs, huh?" Kakashi squinted, muttering quietly to himself.
How did this eyebrowless genin manage to provoke such a gifted child?
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