shadow hokage dark moon

Chapter 46: A Tall Tree Catches the Wind

After the brutal battle in Uzushiogakure, Uchiha Tsukiko returned to Konoha, but he felt no relief.

The destruction of Uzushiogakure had made him deeply aware of the cruelty and ruthlessness of the shinobi world. More than ever, it was clear to him—strength was everything.

He understood that if he wanted to protect the people he cherished, he had to keep growing stronger.

What Tsukiko did not know was that Uzumaki Mito had recommended him as a candidate for Hokage. Nor was he aware that his growth and potential had already drawn the attention of Konoha's upper echelon, including the suspicion and hostility of Danzo Shimura.

---

Relentless Training

In the days following his return, Tsukiko dedicated himself entirely to training.

He analyzed his strengths and weaknesses from the battlefield experience in Uzushiogakure, refining his techniques accordingly.

Every morning, he trained tirelessly, focusing on taijutsu, ninjutsu, and chakra control, sharpening his combat instincts.

The battle in Uzushiogakure was over, but the sense of crisis in his heart only grew stronger.

"Relying on my current power is not enough," Tsukiko reminded himself.

"The challenges ahead will only become greater. I must push myself even further."

Despite his steadily increasing strength, Tsukiko did not allow himself to grow complacent.

On the contrary, he felt the weight of his responsibility more than ever.

The trust placed in him by Mito, the expectations of both the Senju and Uchiha clans, and the uncertain future Konoha faced—all of it made him realize that his journey had only just begun.

After days of intense training, Tsukiko decided to assess his progress.

He activated the Destiny System, and a detailed status screen appeared before him.

---

Destiny System - Status Panel

[Name: Uchiha Tsukiko]

[Rank: Chūnin]

[Bloodline: Senju & Uchiha]

[Kekkei Genkai: Senju Physique (55%) | Sharingan (Three Tomoe, 76% Prowess) | Wood Release]

[Chakra: 24 Units]

[Special Abilities: Dance of the Shinobi | Ninjutsu Prodigy]

[Ninjutsu: Substitution, Body Flicker, Shadow Clone, Tsukiko-ryu Taijutsu, Tsukiko-ryu Kenjutsu, Uchiha Shurikenjutsu, Wood Clone, Deep Forest Emergence, Cutting Sprigs, Wood Locking Wall, Eight Gates (Sixth Gate: Gate of View), Fireball Jutsu, Majestic Destroyer Flame, Dragon Flame Song, Earth Wall, Water Dragon Jutsu]

[Destiny Points: 32,000+]

---

Tsukiko carefully analyzed his progress, examining his improvements in various areas.

His chakra reserves had grown immensely, surpassing that of most elite jōnin and even rivaling Kage-level shinobi.

This meant he could unleash high-level jutsu more frequently, giving him an overwhelming advantage in prolonged battles.

His Senju Physique had also increased to 55% synchronization, significantly enhancing his stamina, chakra control, and regenerative abilities.

This ensured that in battlefield conditions, he could recover faster and fight longer, allowing him to outlast even the strongest opponents.

Meanwhile, his Sharingan remained at the Three Tomoe stage, but its prowess had increased to 76%.

This boost in ocular power granted him even sharper perception, faster reflexes, and improved prediction of enemy movements.

Furthermore, as his eye power continued to grow, he knew that he was inching closer to unlocking higher levels of Sharingan abilities.

In terms of ninjutsu, Tsukiko had already mastered multiple high-level techniques, including Wood Release, Fire Release, Earth Release, and Water Release, making him a highly versatile combatant.

His Wood Release techniques allowed him to dominate battlefields, while his Fire Release attacks provided overwhelming destructive power.

Additionally, his two unique abilities—Dance of the Shinobi and Ninjutsu Prodigy—gave him a near-unparalleled advantage in battle.

Among them, Dance of the Shinobi allowed him to fight with unmatched fluidity, making his attacks and defenses seamless and near-perfect.

Then, Tsukiko noticed something shocking—his Destiny Points had skyrocketed.

"I have… 32,000 Destiny Points?!"

He was stunned.

"The Uzushiogakure mission alone earned me this much?!"

The immense gratitude and recognition from the Uzumaki survivors and Konoha itself had translated directly into this massive increase.

It was a clear sign that his actions were shaping the ninja world's fate.

"If this trend continues, I can gain even more power…"

A realization dawned on Tsukiko—now was the perfect time to use his points for growth.

---

The Path to Space-Time Mastery

For a long time, Tsukiko had been fascinated by the Flying Thunder God Technique—the signature jutsu of Tobirama Senju and later perfected by Minato Namikaze.

This space-time technique allowed its user to instantly teleport to pre-marked locations, making them nearly unstoppable in battle.

"If I can master this technique, my combat effectiveness will skyrocket," Tsukiko thought.

However, he also understood that learning the Flying Thunder God was no simple feat.

It required exceptional spatial awareness, something even geniuses like Hiruzen Sarutobi and Orochimaru failed to master.

"Without innate spatial perception, learning it would be nearly impossible…"

Luckily, Tsukiko had the Destiny System to compensate for his limitations.

After searching through the system's available upgrades, he found an ability called Higher-Dimensional Perception.

This enhanced spatial awareness ability would greatly increase his aptitude for space-time ninjutsu, potentially making him surpass even Tobirama and Minato in teleportation mastery.

However, when he saw the cost, his eyes widened.

It required all of his 32,000 Destiny Points.

"This… this is insanely expensive!"

He hesitated for a moment and immediately questioned the system.

"System, is this price correct?!"

The system responded:

[Host, this ability represents a significant interference with reality. The cost is already at its lowest. Upon acquiring it, your spatial awareness will surpass Tobirama Senju, Minato Namikaze, and even Obito Uchiha. This is an ability of immense cosmic significance.]

Tsukiko took a deep breath.

He understood now—this was a game-changing ability.

Despite the exorbitant cost, he knew that mastering Flying Thunder God could elevate him to new heights.

"If I can acquire this ability, I will become even harder to defeat."

Making up his mind, he selected the upgrade.

As the points were deducted, he felt a sudden surge of power flooding his mind.

A new awareness of space itself formed within him.

The way he perceived the world changed—he could feel the fabric of reality itself shifting around him.

For the first time, Tsukiko truly understood space-time ninjutsu.

He had taken his first step toward surpassing the legends.

-+-+-+-

You can read advance chapters ahead on patreon.com/fishkiss69

THANK YOU🙇

-+-+-+-