Chapter 10: Terrifying Effects
In the dining hall, Ruofeng swallowed another chunk of magical beast meat.
Instead of answering Jiraiya's curious gaze, he asked, "So chakra is drawn from the cells… then what about the supply pills? And how is chakra present in the human body? How does one maintain a constant amount of chakra?"
Ruofeng was puzzled. He knew that a ninja's core power was chakra, and that chakra originated from the Divine Tree. He also knew that chakra was once exclusive to Kaguya Ootsutsuki of the Great Tree, later divided between her descendants, Ootsutsuki Hagoromo and Ootsutsuki Hamura.
Only these three originally possessed it. Yet Hagoromo created the Ninja Sect, passing chakra to many others. Naturally, their descendants also carried chakra.
But Ruofeng couldn't understand how chakra from Hagoromo could remain in someone's body, never fading, and even be strengthened through training.
Faced with his questions, Jiraiya looked a little embarrassed. "Honestly… I don't know. I only know some people have chakra, and some don't. Those who do are born with extraordinary bodies, far surpassing ordinary humans.
As for supply pills, they rapidly enhance cellular energy, but their potency can also damage one's cells. Generally, a person can take a maximum of three per day — that's the limit. Naturally, those with stronger constitutions can handle more. For those whose chakra is already full, taking supply pills is basically just like eating food to fill the stomach.
Chakra quantity isn't determined purely by body type; it's based on a combination of physical constitution, spiritual power, and bloodline. If you follow the ninja path, you'll encounter Kekkei Genkai users — people whose bloodlines grant unique constitutions and energy, converging to create special chakra and unique jutsu. So, the strength and quantity of chakra are determined by bloodline, body, and spirit."
Ruofeng nodded silently, then continued eating the magical beast meat. "I see… then today, I'll try extracting chakra myself."
He spoke calmly, while Jiraiya kept eating, his gaze turning to Chef Sasaki. "What is this meat, exactly?"
Sasaki wiped sweat from his brow. He had no idea the meat provided by Ruofeng could have such effects.
Ruofeng replied, "It's meat from a beast, but not ordinary beast meat. This is from a creature raised on medicinal herbs for years. That's all you need to know. Don't spread it around. There isn't much of it in our household."
Although Jiraiya was still curious, he chose silence after Ruofeng's explanation. Everyone had their secrets. He nodded and said, "I see… that's quite a background you have."
Ruofeng raised an eyebrow. "Background? My family runs a hot spring business. We also have some casinos and restaurants… but these are ordinary stores, not like a ninja clan."
Jiraiya chuckled lightly. "You'll understand someday."
Ruofeng shook his head, continuing to eat. "Sasaki… from now on, make sure every day's meals include this red meat."
Jiraiya smiled. "Quite indulgent… though I get to benefit as well. But remember, a person's chakra capacity isn't infinite. There's a limit. Extracting too much could rupture your chakra pathways. However, this meat also strengthens the body — a good option indeed."
Ruofeng nodded. "I understand. In a few months, I'll be six and ready for the Ninja Academy. You'll help me arrange things then."
Jiraiya paused. "You should discuss it with your grandfather, but I suggest not taking the ninja path. Your father… he never wanted you to become a ninja."
"My father…" Ruofeng smiled faintly. "I don't need the deceased to lecture me. I only follow my own path. You're a Jonin with recommendation rights — I want to enter the elite class, not a normal class. In a normal class, not only will the teaching be inferior, but I might end up with a mid-level instructor and mediocre teammates. Survival on missions would be low!"
Jiraiya laughed, swallowing the remaining chunk of magical beast meat. "You've prepared well! Don't worry. You're my nephew; I'll make sure you enter the elite class. Even if your talent isn't extraordinary now, with these resources, you can become a Jonin. And your talent is far greater than you realize."
Jiraiya spoke sincerely, leaving Ruofeng surprised — a depth not expected of a five-year-old.
Ruofeng looked at him. "You know so much… yet I know so little?"
It was strange. By Jiraiya's tone, it seemed his family was not ordinary. But all he knew was his grandfather, who appeared frail. Could it be his parents, or perhaps his father?
He remembered, at birth, seeing a pair of faint crimson Sharingan eyes…
Ruofeng fell silent. Jiraiya laughed heartily. "Kid, stop pretending to be mature! These next few months, focus on refining your chakra. The extraction method Tsunade gave you isn't simple and is very effective. But with your bloodline, fully mastering it is difficult. The Senju method grants chakra full of vitality, highly effective for healing. Since you don't have Senju blood, the life energy in your extracted chakra will be limited. Still, it's far better than the standard academy methods."
With that, Jiraiya stood up. Only yesterday he was gravely injured; now he could walk freely, though a bit unsteady — a testament to the magical beast meat.
Ruofeng narrowed his eyes. "This magical beast meat… terrifying. This is the strength of the Doupo world, or high-level worlds in general. I wonder what the qilin meat from the Tomb Raider world would do."
He muttered to himself, watching Jiraiya leave. Turning to Sasaki, he said, "Get lots of freezers. Freeze this red meat. From now on, my meals must always include red meat!"
Sasaki hurriedly replied, "Yes, Young Master!"