ALL NOVEL Chapter 86: 86. Rise of the Eternal Hokages 2
The Leaf Village, now a hub of preparation and determination, was alive with energy as the various teams began their specialized training. Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Anon each led their groups to different training grounds, each location chosen for its specific connection to the element they were tasked with mastering.
The sun hung high in the sky, its light filtering through the trees as Naruto's team gathered in an open field. Team 1 stood before him, their eyes filled with curiosity and anticipation as they waited for their leader to explain the intricacies of Time energy.
"Alright, listen up!" Naruto called, his voice carrying across the field. "Today, we're diving into something way beyond anything you've trained for. Time energy isn't like normal chakra—it's not just about power. It's about control. You're not just using it, you're bending it to your will."
Boruto, standing at the front of the group, crossed his arms and smirked. "So, you're telling us we're going to start bending time itself? Sounds like a cheat code."
Naruto grinned at his son. "Something like that, but it's not as easy as it sounds. You can't rush this. If you push too hard, you might end up stuck in a moment you can't escape."
Team 1 exchanged glances, their initial excitement tempered by the gravity of Naruto's words. They all knew this wasn't just about mastering a new jutsu—this was about learning to manipulate the very fabric of existence.
"First things first, we're going to focus on perception," Naruto continued. "Before you can start bending time, you need to be able to feel it. Close your eyes. Focus on the way time flows around you. Don't think about chakra—think about the moments that are passing right now, each second flowing like water."
The team did as they were told, closing their eyes and concentrating. For a moment, the field was silent, the only sound being the rustling of leaves in the wind.
Naruto walked between them, his voice calm and steady. "You'll start to feel it soon. It's subtle, but it's there. Once you can sense the flow of time, you'll be able to slow it down, speed it up, or even stop it—if only for a moment. But it all starts with understanding how it moves."
Boruto's brow furrowed as he focused, his chakra flowing through his body as he tried to feel the time around him. He had mastered many advanced techniques, but this was unlike anything he had ever attempted. It wasn't about brute strength or sheer chakra output—it was about something deeper, more fundamental.
As the moments passed, the members of Team 1 began to feel it—a faint, barely perceptible shift in the world around them. Time wasn't something they had ever truly considered, but now, it felt tangible, like a current they could sense but not yet control.
"Good, you're getting it," Naruto said with a nod of approval. "But this is just the beginning. Once you can feel the flow, we'll start working on manipulating it."
Sasuke and Team 2 – The Void Beckons
Meanwhile, in a secluded area far from the village, Sasuke stood before his team, his eyes sharp and focused. The sky above was overcast, casting a dim light over the forest as Sasuke prepared to introduce Team 2 to the concept of Void energy.
"Void energy is the absence of everything," Sasuke began, his voice cold and calm. "It's not about creation or destruction—it's about nothingness. When you master Void, you're not just controlling space, you're erasing it. You'll need precision. One wrong move, and you could lose control, erasing parts of yourself or even reality around you."
Konohamaru, ever the eager student, nodded. "I understand, Sasuke. We've dealt with powerful enemies before, but this seems different. It's almost like we're playing with the rules of existence."
Sasuke's Sharingan flickered as he focused on the void around them. "That's exactly what we're doing. The Void isn't a weapon in the traditional sense. It's a tool that lets you manipulate the space between things—between moments, between attacks. When you understand the Void, you can control distance and make the impossible happen."
Sasuke lifted his hand, and a flicker of Graviton energy formed in his palm. The air around him seemed to distort, and the space between his hand and the team shifted unnaturally, as if bending under the pressure of the Void.
"Watch carefully," Sasuke said, his voice low. "This is just a basic demonstration. You won't be able to use it like this right away, but you'll start small. Feel the space between objects, the empty air between your attacks. Once you can sense the Void, you can use it to alter reality itself."
Konohamaru and the rest of the team stood in awe, their eyes fixed on Sasuke's hand as the Void energy pulsed between his fingers. The power was unlike anything they had seen before—subtle but devastating.
"We'll start with something simple," Sasuke continued. "Form a jutsu, and focus not on the chakra, but the space around it. Feel the air, the distance between you and your target. That's where the Void lies."
The team began to form their jutsu, each of them concentrating on the space between their hands, the air shifting as they tried to tap into the Void. It was difficult, and for most of them, it felt impossible. But Sasuke was patient—he knew the mastery of Void energy couldn't be rushed.
"This will take time," Sasuke said quietly. "But once you understand the Void, you'll be able to fight in ways you never thought possible."
Sakura and Team 3 – The Light of Time
At the edge of the village, Sakura stood with Team 3, her hands glowing with Chrono Essence as she demonstrated the delicate balance between time and light. The sun was setting in the distance, casting long shadows over the training ground as Sakura prepared to teach them the intricacies of Light energy.
"Light is more than just an element," Sakura began, her voice steady and confident. "It's the balance between time and reality. When you control Light, you're manipulating the flow of time around you, altering how it affects the world."
TenTen, always eager to learn, stepped forward. "I've worked with chakra for years, but this feels… different. It's like controlling something I can't even see."
Sakura nodded, her hands still glowing. "Exactly. Light energy is about what you can't see. You're not just using chakra—you're bending the rules of time and space. When you master this, you'll be able to alter the flow of battle, slowing time for your enemies or speeding it up for yourself."
She lifted her hand, and the light around her seemed to bend and twist, forming a sphere of glowing energy that pulsed with power. The air around her rippled, and for a moment, time itself seemed to slow.
"This is Chrono Essence," Sakura explained. "It's the key to mastering Light energy. With it, you can manipulate time, but only if you have absolute control. This isn't about brute force—it's about precision."
The members of Team 3 watched in awe as Sakura demonstrated her control over the light and time around her. They had trained with her before, but this was something entirely new—something that required a level of skill and focus they hadn't yet achieved.
"We'll start small," Sakura said. "Focus on the light around you, the way it bends and shifts. Feel the flow of time and how it connects to the light. Once you understand that connection, you'll be able to control it."
The team nodded and began their training, their hands glowing faintly as they tried to tap into the power of Light energy.