Chapter 139: Level 13 Chakra Control, Genes! (Happy Lantern Festival!)
Level 12 Chakra Control was incredibly smooth.
He hadn't had the chance to study it closely during the day, but now, upon careful examination, he quickly discovered the key.
Previously, his chakra control could be precise down to every active cell in his body. Now, however, he could even reach dormant cells, especially those in his brain.
But this wasn't the most significant improvement.
More importantly, his chakra control could further advance into finer domains, specifically penetrating the interior of cells.
This discovery not only allowed for more precise chakra refinement but also a deeper understanding of himself.
Simultaneously, it meant he definitely possessed broader growth potential in Medical Ninjutsu.
"However, the most important thing for me is being able to further influence and improve my constitution and other fundamentals at the cellular level!"
Asuma Sarutobi's consciousness followed his chakra into his cells, "seeing" his cell nuclei.
The cell nucleus contains genetic material, serving as the control center for life activities and the regulation hub for cellular heredity and metabolism.
Genetic material, or DNA, combines with various proteins, such as histones, to form chromatin.
During cell division, chromatin condenses to form chromosomes. The genes contained within all of them are collectively called nuclear genes.
Entering the cell nucleus, Asuma could directly read his genetic information through his chakra.
He was then startled: "I thought Scorch Release and Electromagnetic Release had fully integrated into my genes, but I didn't expect there to be deficiencies."
Asuma's expression turned serious.
If this was the case, even if his genetic information wasn't lost when conceiving offspring, his descendants would inherit weaker versions of Scorch Release and Electromagnetic Release than he possessed.
Furthermore, the fact that the power of his Kekkei Genkai and Kekkei Tōta hadn't fully integrated into his genes meant that these two powers hadn't optimally enhanced his constitution.
"Scorch Release is only at 78%, and Electromagnetic Release is even less, at only 55%!"
"Wood Release is only at 23% due to the short time, which is understandable."
"But how can this stand?"
Asuma immediately took action, manipulating his Scorch Release chakra to infiltrate the cell nucleus and directly influence the chromatin within.
Currently, he couldn't directly edit his genes, but this direct cellular penetration and influence on chromatin could subtly alter his genes.
This process was more effective and faster than the previous method of soaking cells with Kekkei Genkai chakra.
During this process, Asuma could also directly feel his cells growing stronger.
The vitality of his cell nuclei became stronger and more active, and his metabolic capacity also increased.
Three hours later.
The information for Scorch Release was fully manifested within Asuma's genes.
Another two hours passed, and the information for Electromagnetic Release also appeared in his genes.
Asuma glanced at the system. Within these few short hours, his Constitution stat had increased by another 2 points.
However, Agility saw a greater increase, jumping by 4 points to reach 87!
Additionally, his Intelligence stat had also improved by 2 points.
"The significant increase in Agility is closely related to Electromagnetic Release; my neural reaction speed has indeed greatly improved."
Asuma was overjoyed.
Before dawn, he continued!
At 6 AM.
The information for Wood Release was also fully integrated into his genes.
Asuma's Constitution increased by another 1.5, and his Agility stat increased by 0.8!
His Intelligence stat also rose by 1 point.
"This is amazing!"
Asuma stretched his body, his bones and muscles cracking.
"I truly never imagined that Level 12 Chakra Control would have such astonishing potential!"
At this moment, Asuma genuinely regretted not having invested in Chakra Control earlier.
"If Level 12 is this powerful, what about Level 13?"
Asuma opened the system interface, looking at his 8 skill points, he finally couldn't hold back.
Fundamentals are the basis!
Chakra Control Level 12 +1!
Asuma was stunned. It took him a full half hour to recover, and he said with immense emotion, "I thought I had a very deep understanding of chakra, but I never expected..."
He took a deep breath.
Asuma sat down again, lowering his gaze. His consciousness followed his chakra deeper into his cells, into the cell nuclei, and even to more profound levels.
Through chakra, Sarutobi Asuma could "see" things that even the Electromagnetic Eye couldn't observe.
Most importantly.
He could directly edit his own genes using chakra.
Of course, this editing wasn't about arbitrary changes.
It was about changing genes through chakra.
For example, chakra nature transformations, or Kekkei Genkai, and Kekkei Tōta.
The very nature of chakra meant it could carry a vast amount of information.
However, even with the ability to edit freely, Sarutobi Asuma didn't dare. Who knew what mutations might occur?
"I possess seven chakra nature transformations, but in reality, I can only fully inherit wind style and fire style."
"The other chakra nature transformations cannot be inherited. This means that even though I've raised these chakra nature transformations to the Six Paths level, or even surpassed it, they haven't fundamentally changed me."
Sarutobi Asuma gritted his teeth. "This is right!"
"With so many chakra nature transformations at the Six Paths level, or even beyond, how could I be inferior to the Sage of Six Paths?"
Now, he had finally found the root cause.
The chakra nature transformations Sarutobi Asuma inherited from his parents were actually only wind style and fire style.
The Sage of Six Paths' two sons, and later one of his reincarnations, Senju Hashirama, inherited the Sage Body, possessing healing abilities like Creation Rebirth, and even stronger self-healing capabilities, all without needing hand seals.
This was a powerful Yang Release ability!
Sarutobi Asuma didn't dare to claim his Level 11 Yang Style Chakra Nature Transformation surpassed the Sage of Six Paths, but at least it wouldn't be worse than his son Ashura's, right?
"I'm going into seclusion!"
Sarutobi Asuma made his decision.
Then, he created numerous Shadow Clones, delegating all external matters to them, and began his metamorphosis.
This would require a considerable amount of time.
Because the five chakra nature transformations contained an enormous amount of information, far more than Scorch Release, Electromagnetic Release, or Wood Release before.
After all, the strongest Scorch Release was only Level 9, while Electromagnetic Release and Wood Release, which he had only recently mastered a few months ago, were both Level 6.
And as it turned out.
This world truly continued to function without anyone.
Sarutobi Asuma went into seclusion, with his Shadow Clones operating outside. Apart from impacting a few individuals, it caused no major ripples.
Time flew by.
In the blink of an eye, it was December 4th, Konoha Year 47.
This was the graduation day for the first phase of the Jonin Special Training Class's regular course.
The regular course was originally scheduled for half a year of special training.
Due to missions that arose midway, it was delayed until today.
In front of the Forest of Death.
Hizashi Hyuga, Uchiha Yashiro, Kakashi, Yamato, Sarutobi Tsuchigin, Shimura Gen'i, Yamanaka Kumo, Nara Tensui, Akimichi Dōtō, and Kurama Unkai, ten individuals, gathered.
And within a tall tower not far away, the Fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato, the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen, Hatake Sakumo, Utatane Koharu, Mitokado Homura, along with the heads of the major ninja clans and other Konoha high-ranking officials, were assembled.
In front of them was a large crystal displaying scenes of Kakashi and the others outside the Forest of Death.
The scenes were displayed using the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen's Clairvoyance Jutsu.
Moreover, there wasn't just one crystal, but ten in total.
The Clairvoyance Jutsu was not being performed by Sarutobi Hiruzen either; rather, a jutsu formula had been pre-arranged, and Yamanaka Inoichi, along with twelve Konoha Jonin, were maintaining it.
And these individuals were all invited by Sarutobi Asuma, who had paid for them!
Today was the day to determine if this Jonin Special Training Class should continue.
The special training class was very profitable, so Sarutobi Asuma was also willing to spend money.
Namikaze Minato was also very supportive, specifically dispatching Anbu ninja to participate in this assessment.
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