Naruto: I'm Really Not an Evil Uchiha!

The meridian system exists in every corner of the human body, and even the nerves have their own meridian system.

Shimizu planned to infuse Lightning Release chakra to envelop his nerves.

Sometimes, what restrains a person is not wild ideas but innate talent.

The meridian system, chakra control ability, spatial awareness, reflex speed—these are mostly innate and extremely difficult to change later.

Even if he had brilliant ideas, he couldn't implement them.

For instance, wrapping nerves with Lightning Release chakra not only required the meridian system's resilience and swiftness but also demanded mastery in chakra control.

Any inadequacy could result in the lightning harming himself.

Zzz...

A nerve at the tip of Shimizu's finger was wrapped in Lightning Release chakra.

The Lightning Release chakra acted like a fine needle, stimulating the nerve's responsiveness and activity. Then, medical chakra would heal it, creating a continuous cycle.

Shimizu could clearly feel the limits of his nerves being gradually pushed higher. His finger became more sensitive, and his brain's commands to his finger grew faster.

This process was smoother than Shimizu had anticipated.

"With the three-tomoe Sharingan already elevating my talents and my meridian system further strengthened, does this make my body more tolerant of chakra?" Shimizu speculated.

He began expanding the range of Lightning Release chakra wrapping, moving from a single fingertip nerve to his entire hand, arm, limbs, torso, and even his spinal column, all faintly flickering with Lightning Release chakra.

The sensation was peculiar—after all, stimulating the body with lightning brought a certain level of pain.

However, medical chakra soothed the pain, achieving a delicate balance.

"This way, my reflex speed will finally keep up with the Fire Flicker Technique."

The Fire Flicker Technique involved an explosive burst of speed. Shimizu still couldn't fully control it, sometimes overshooting or undershooting his intended distance.

Now, as his reflex speed steadily improved, it wouldn't take long to see significant results.

Shimizu continued training normally, naming this cycle the Lightning Release: Regenerative Body Refinement Technique. Each movement seemed unremarkable.

Even the white dove observing him from a tree branch couldn't detect his transformation.

The Lightning Release chakra danced happily within Shimizu, slowly raising his limits bit by bit.

Six months passed in the blink of an eye, and the Chūnin Exams were approaching.

The Chūnin Exams were held twice a year, serving as a crucial platform for allied nations to assess each other's strength.

For Konoha, it was a chance to showcase its prowess, impress other nations with the excellence of its ninjas, and secure numerous mission contracts.

It was also a way to deter other ninja villages, reminding them of Konoha's might and warning them against harboring ulterior motives.

Hokage's Office

Hiruzen Sarutobi, uncharacteristically without his pipe, gazed at the ninjas before him.

Among them were members of the Yamanaka, Akimichi, and Nara clans, as well as some civilian shinobi.

With the Chūnin Exams approaching, everyone's roles needed careful allocation.

As non-Konoha individuals would be present, there was always the unpredictable threat of a terror attack.

The attendees included dignitaries from renowned clans and wealthy merchants. Any mishap under Konoha's watch could severely damage its reputation.

"Tsunade, since you've finally returned, are you interested in being an examiner and assessing this year's candidates?" Jiraiya asked.

He stood tall with long white hair cascading down to his waist. A red cloak covered his frame, and his wooden sandals clicked audibly with each step. His face bore long, narrow red markings.

Both he and Tsunade were frequently away from the village, and opportunities to reunite had grown increasingly rare.

"No, Jiraiya."

Tsunade shook her head. Her golden hair danced with the wind, and her emerald-green eyes held a trace of melancholy.

Even though her loose, sleeveless top exposed little skin, the ample curve of her chest hinted at her voluptuous figure.

"You're still..." Jiraiya began but stopped midway, swallowing the rest of his words.

Tsunade had lost both her younger brother and her lover in the previous ninja war. The trauma had left her with a fear of blood.

Judging by her current state, she hadn't improved at all.

"Heh heh, Jiraiya, are you eager to be an examiner?" Orochimaru approached as Jiraiya and Tsunade conversed.

"Isn't nurturing young sprouts our responsibility?" Jiraiya retorted.

"Looks like you've changed, Jiraiya, taking on more responsibilities." Orochimaru's hoarse voice carried a trace of amusement, his pale face adorned with long purple markings beneath his eyes.

"Heh." Jiraiya scratched his nose. Truthfully, he had only brought it up to start a conversation with Tsunade. His reply was merely an attempt to save face as the self-proclaimed Toad Sage.

"However, this time, something interesting might happen," Orochimaru said with a sly grin, recalling a striking figure in his mind.

Shimizu's rapid physical development suggested he might have undergone medical-nin enhancements.

What kind of person was Shimizu? Was he a kindred spirit, someone pursuing the higher realms of life?

Orochimaru's curiosity about Shimizu grew.

Their conversation remained hushed and didn't disrupt the proceedings.

Further ahead, Hiruzen Sarutobi finalized discussions with other clan leaders.

Looking toward the smiling blond ninja, Hiruzen said, "Minato, tomorrow is the Chūnin Exam. The participants from other nations have arrived. This time, you'll also serve as an examiner."

"Understood, Lord Hokage."

Minato Namikaze nodded. This assignment was a recognition of his abilities.

Hiruzen smiled in satisfaction. Though Minato was still young, his sharp eyes recognized the youth's exceptional talent. Years of observation had also assured him of Minato's pure Will of Fire.

In time, Minato would surely play a significant role, a worthy investment for the village's future.

After all, Hiruzen was aging and needed to extend his influence before retiring. Only then could the Sarutobi clan maintain its standing under the next Hokage's leadership.

With this in mind, Hiruzen's gaze shifted toward his three disciples, particularly Orochimaru.

Orochimaru, his most talented and favored student, worried Hiruzen.

The genius was too enigmatic, and his close ties with Danzo only deepened the concern.

Even if Orochimaru became Hokage, he'd likely become a puppet of Danzo.

Sigh...

Hiruzen sighed internally, unsure of what to do.

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