The Multiversal Travel System

I wake up early. I can still feel the flow of chakra within me. It's a strange yet powerful sensation. After all, I've only been sensing chakra for a day, but I already like the feeling of strength.

[Training Mission: Mastering Chakra – Phase 2]

Objective: Learn to walk on vertical surfaces and water.

Reward: Increased chakra control and 10,000 system points.

As I stretch my body, Natsumi appears at the door of my lodging with a confident smile.

—Luciano, today we'll train advanced chakra control since you've already mastered the basics. I don't want my friend to be a weakling.

—Are you sure you can teach me? Maybe you just got lucky yesterday. —I say, provoking her a little.

—Of course! I'm an Uzumaki, I have plenty of experience.

Hanabi arrives shortly after, crossing her arms with a serious expression.

—And where did she come from? —I say, a bit surprised.

—It's not that hard if you have discipline. Though I doubt someone like you has it.

I smirk.

—Wanna bet?

Hanabi scoffs but doesn't respond.

[Side Mission Activated: Surpass Hanabi's Training]

Objective: Climb a tree and surprise Hanabi.

Reward: +5 relationship with Hanabi, +50% chakra increase, +2,000 system points.

We head to an area with tall trees. Natsumi and Hanabi explain the basics.

—Focus on channeling chakra to your feet —Hanabi instructs—. If you use too much, you'll be repelled. If you use too little, you won't stick.

Natsumi demonstrates first. She easily walks up the trunk of a tree without any effort. Hanabi does the same.

—Easy, right? —Natsumi says with a teasing smile.

—We'll see…

I focus, channeling chakra to my feet. I take a step… and immediately get thrown backward.

—Pfft! —Natsumi tries to stifle a laugh—. That was fast!

Hanabi sighs.

—Pathetic.

—Give me a minute…

I try again, adjusting the chakra flow. I slowly climb the trunk, but after three steps, I lose control and fall on my back.

—Ugh…

[Progress: 25%]

This is going to take time.

After several attempts and many falls, I finally succeed.

[Progress: 100%]

—I did it! —I say with a huge bump on my head.

—Hmpf… took you long enough —Hanabi mutters, though I catch a faint smile.

[Side Mission Completed: Surpass Hanabi's Training]

Reward: +5 relationship with Hanabi, +50% chakra increase, +2,000 system points.

Current Relationship:

Hanabi: 20/100

Not bad.

After succeeding with the trees, we move on to the next challenge: walking on water.

We head to a nearby lake.

—This is where most people fail —Natsumi says—. Maintaining chakra on your feet while the water moves is harder than on solid ground.

She steps forward and walks across the water effortlessly.

—Not that hard —she says proudly.

Hanabi follows, demonstrating her control.

—Your turn.

I take a deep breath. I channel my chakra and step onto the water… only to sink immediately.

—Glughh!

Natsumi bursts out laughing.

—HAHAHA! That was even worse than with the tree!

Hanabi shakes her head.

—You need to keep your chakra flowing constantly. It's not just about applying it, but adjusting to the movement of the water.

Just wait, I'll get it soon.

[Side Mission: Master Water Walking]

Objective: Master water walking using the instructions given by Natsumi and Hanabi.

Reward: +5 relationship with Natsumi and Hanabi, +50% chakra increase, +2,000 system points.

I try again, this time focusing on the flow of the water.

[Progress: 40%]

—That's it! Keep going! —Natsumi encourages.

I take several steps. I wobble, but manage to stay on my feet.

[Progress: 80%]

Finally, after several more attempts, I walk steadily.

[Training Mission: Mastering Chakra – Phase 2 COMPLETED]

Reward: 100% increase in chakra control and 10,000 system points.

[Side Mission Completed: Master Water Walking]

Objective: Master water walking.

Reward: +5 relationship with Natsumi and Hanabi, +50% chakra increase, +2,000 system points.

Current Status:

Hanabi: 25/100Natsumi: 65/100

Natsumi grins and playfully punches my shoulder.

—Not bad for a newbie!

—I had two great and beautiful teachers today.

—Idiot. —Natsumi mutters, blushing.

—Compliments won't earn you extra points. —Hanabi says, her cheeks slightly flushed.

[Relationship with Natsumi +5][Relationship with Hanabi +5]

—At this rate, I'll surpass you both soon.

—Ha! In your dreams! —they say, laughing.

Gradually, the three of us start laughing together for a while.

I look at my hands. I can feel the chakra flowing more naturally now.

This is just the beginning… but every step brings me closer to my goal.

—Do you two feel like grabbing something to eat?

—Well, I am a bit hungry. —They both say. —But you're paying.

—Of course, how could I call myself a man if I didn't treat two beautiful ladies to a meal? —I say as I start walking toward the ramen shop from yesterday.

[Relationship with Natsumi and Hanabi +5]

Damn, I don't know who's worse, Natsumi or Hanabi. I thought the one who ate more than Naruto was Hinata, but it seems to run in the family.

I mutter with a drop of sweat on my forehead, watching three mountains of ramen bowls stacked beside Hanabi.

After paying, the three of us leave the ramen shop.

—Girls, I wanted to ask you something.

—What is it? —They both reply.

—I'd like both of you to train me tomorrow in defensive techniques.

—And I also heard that Natsumi can create tangible clones. If it's not too much to ask, could you teach me?

—Of course. —They both answer.

—That easy? I thought I'd have to do something to convince you to help me. —I say, perplexed.

—Why would you? We're already friends. —Natsumi says with a smile, and Hanabi simply nods.

—Even though I don't know what I did to earn your trust, thank you very much. —I say, bowing my head.

—It's nothing. —They both say with smiles, seeing that I truly appreciate their help.

[Relationship with Natsumi and Hanabi +5]

—Then, see you tomorrow. —I say as I walk away.

But before they notice, I activate Stealth and hide in an alley to listen to what they say.

—See, Hanabi? I told you he's a great person. Besides treating us to dinner, he also thanked us for our help. There are a lot of people who wouldn't even do half of that.

—You're right, Natsumi. I was wrong. He really is a great person. —Hanabi responds to Natsumi as they walk away.

Once they're out of sight, I deactivate Stealth and leave with a big smile.

It seems that in this world, I've finally found friends.

When I arrive at my apartment, I take a shower and change my clothes.

I drink some water and lie down on my bed.

Before sleeping, let's check my status.

[Status]

Name: Luciano

Race: Human

Level: 5

Strength: 40

Endurance: 40

Defense: 70 (+40% physical resistance)

System Points: 25,000

Chakra: Low Special Jounin

Techniques and Abilities:

Shadow Step: Allows silent movement, concealing chakra for a short period.

Lie Detector: 70% effectiveness and can read intentions in some cases.

Mini Map

Physical Resistance Lv 2: 40% natural body defense.

Stealth Lv 3: Reduces noise and detection by 40%.

Dimensional Escape (Recharging)

Powered Strike Lv 1: Increases physical attack strength by 30% for 5 seconds and can be imbued into weapons.

Mental Resistance Lv 1: Increases resistance to mental attacks and intimidation by 15%.

Epic Ability – Kyubi Chakra Cloak (Lv 1): Allows you to envelop your body in a thin layer of one-tailed red chakra that is corrosive to opponents. Grants a 15% increase in all stats and boosts chakra reserves by 20%.

Passive – Unbreakable Spirit Lv 1: Reduces combat fatigue by 20%, allowing for longer battles. Additionally, it improves chakra recovery outside of combat by 10%.

[Relationships]

Natsumi: 80/100Konan: 20/100Hanabi: 40/100Nagato: 5/100

I'm getting closer to my goal. —I say as sleep takes over me.