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After receiving a satisfactory answer, Killer Bee nodded.
"Very good, not bad."
Then, Killer Bee instructed the four kids to once again condense Lightning Release chakra and continue their training.
However, the results were the same as before. Their faces turned red from the effort, but not a single spark of lightning appeared on their bodies.
Killer Bee sighed as he looked at the four young shinobi, whose expressions were now filled with fear, clearly worried that he might blast them again with lightning. He walked over and took Yahiko of Amegakure's hand, then instructed Yahiko to link hands with the other three.
"Everyone, pay attention and follow me."
As he spoke, Killer Bee began to inhale and exhale rhythmically. Then in an instant, lightning erupted around him, crackling and snapping across the four connected children.
Amegakure Yahiko trembled, his voice stammering from the shock, "M-Master… M-Master, we… we can feel it… we feel it!!!"
Killer Bee shook his head and said, "Hold it! Focus! The reason you still can't condense it is because the connection points between your cells haven't opened yet. Now feel it carefully!"
Hearing Killer Bee's words, the four kids quickly calmed themselves and concentrated on sensing the energy.
Killer Bee's chakra flowed through them like an electric current, helping them adjust and stimulate their internal chakra pathways. Slowly, the four of them began to feel the stirring of their own Lightning Release chakra.
Killer Bee smiled slightly. He could sense it — the resonance was happening.
Because lightning attracts lightning, Killer Bee was able to detect the presence of Lightning Release chakra in the four kids. He immediately used his own lightning chakra to guide and induce theirs, coaxing the dormant nature transformation to surface.
Yahiko's brow furrowed slightly. He could feel the Lightning Release chakra in his body beginning to respond to the external stimulation, trying to erupt outward.
However, there seemed to be a thin membrane between it and the outside world — something was blocking it. The pressure kept building. It was uncomfortable, like he needed to burst but was being restrained.
Killer Bee noticed this immediately and increased the current.
"Urgh… uhhh…"
The kids' faces twisted in pain, soft groans escaping their lips from the increasing current.
Watching from the side, Naruto frowned slightly.
He knew exactly what Killer Bee was doing. It reminded him of his own training in Sage Mode back in his previous life, when he had to condense natural energy into Sage Chakra. Back then, Master Fukasaku would assist him in similar ways — though with a stick or a well-timed blow rather than chakra currents.
This method was effective, but it carried a danger.
Just like gathering too much Sage Chakra without balance could result in transformation or even petrification, over-accumulating chakra under electric stimulation could lead to the body going out of control.
The same risk now applied to these four young shinobi. If they couldn't succeed in forcing the chakra out under pressure, the chakra might explode internally — possibly killing them.
Killer Bee's frown deepened. If the stimulation still wasn't enough, he would have to raise the voltage further.
Crackling sounds burst out louder now.
Three of the kids screamed in pain and collapsed, unable to endure any longer.
"AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!"
Naruto exclaimed in alarm, "Uncle Bee!"
Killer Bee sighed and prepared to stop.
But Yahiko gritted his teeth and shouted, "I can still hold on, Master! Don't stop!"
Then, Yahiko focused with all his might. He gathered his Lightning Release chakra and channeled it toward his hand, still holding onto one of his companions.
Snap!
The person holding hands with Yahiko was suddenly thrown back by the repelling force.
Killer Bee's eyes widened slightly. This Yahiko had not only successfully activated his Lightning Release chakra but also instinctively understood the principle of elemental polarity — that similar charges repel.
When electricity flows and people are connected, it usually causes their grip to tighten. Letting go is near impossible due to muscle contraction. But Yahiko, using the repulsion properties of lightning chakra, forcibly severed the physical connection.
"Master, again! I'm almost there!"
Killer Bee nodded, pleased, and amplified his cellular respiration — increasing the chakra flow and current further.
Crackling! Crackling!
The burst of lightning exploding from Yahiko stunned the onlookers. The three who had been ejected stared in awe as Yahiko endured the pain with grit and determination. Even his lips were bleeding from being clenched so tightly.
They were moved.
The pain from the electric shock still lingered in their bones, like every single cell had been lashed with a whip.
And yet, Yahiko endured it all.
They suddenly saw him in a different light.
"Come on, Yahiko!"
"Hang in there, Yahiko!"
"You got this, Yahiko!!!"
They cheered with everything they had.
Not far away, Chunyu watched with trembling hands, covering her mouth as tears streamed down her face. Seeing the boy she admired give everything he had under the violent sparks, she could no longer hold back.
"Yahiko… you can do it!"
It was as if her voice was the light that shone into the deepest parts of Yahiko's soul.
In the next moment, something inside him burst open. His eyes snapped open, filled with intensity, and he let out a primal roar:
"AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!"
Killer Bee immediately backed away.
Suddenly, a surge of lightning exploded from Yahiko's body in every direction. The current lashed the lake's surface, causing water to erupt and splash in waves.
Killer Bee nodded, satisfied.
"Not bad, not bad. He's opened his chakra pathway."
After the burst, Yahiko was gasping for air. He finally collapsed to his knees, his palms bracing against the water. Droplets slid from his wet hair, splashing into the lake.
He looked down at his reflection in the rippling surface — and smiled.
It was a bright, genuine smile of joy.
The other three ran over and embraced him, their faces lit with happiness.
For war orphans like them, there was nothing more precious than the power to survive and protect.
Killer Bee walked up and tossed a scroll to Yahiko.
"Next, study what's in this scroll. Although you've successfully opened your chakra pathway and can now mobilize Lightning Release, your body isn't strong enough yet. You must understand — to master the Lightning Release Breathing Technique, your body must be tough, yet flexible. If you can't withstand the high voltage or the friction caused by high-speed movement, your training will break your body instead of strengthening it."
To Yahiko, it was like he'd been handed treasure.
He knelt and kowtowed, his voice trembling with gratitude. "Thank you, Master."
Yes, he had gained power — a power he could feel would grow stronger as long as he trained diligently under his master's guidance.
Killer Bee turned to the other three kids.
"You three better not slack off. I've already electrocuted you once today. Tomorrow, we start again. I'll keep doing it until you open your chakra pathways."
At that, the three looked like withered eggplants, dread written all over their faces.
From a distance, Chunyu watched Yahiko with a shy smile on her face.
Konan, observing nearby, noticed Chunyu's expression. It reminded her too much of how she once looked at Yahiko — back in their youth.
She approached Chunyu and asked softly, "Are you looking at him?"
Chunyu jumped in surprise, blushing as though her secret had been exposed. "A-Ah… I was just… just happy for my teammate!"
Konan chuckled gently.
"A girl's blush speaks louder than her words."
Chunyu's ears turned bright red.
Konan looked at her fondly, clearly liking this timid girl. She lowered her head slightly and asked, "Would you like to train with me? My techniques aren't focused on direct combat, but... they can be powerful in the right hands."
Chunyu's eyes widened. For Konan — the Angel of Amegakure — to offer her mentorship was beyond anything she had imagined.
"I do! I don't really like fighting, either…"
Konan smiled and gently patted Chunyu's head.
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