The next morning arrived gently in the village of Konoha.
Sunlight streamed through the thin curtains of Ren's room, spreading golden rays that danced on the floating dust. Tiny particles hovered in the air, reflecting the light like fragments of memory suspended in time. The silence of the room was neither heavy nor suffocating. On the contrary: it carried a sense of security and tranquility, as if every shadow and wall were there just to observe patiently the awakening of a child.
Ren lay for a few moments, breathing slowly, letting his body adjust to the day ahead. The headaches from yesterday had subsided considerably, leaving only a faint hum, almost comforting, reminding him that something inside him had changed forever. He was no longer just in the body of any child; he was in a body full of potential, and this morning seemed to want to show him that.
He sat up slowly, feeling the stiffness in his muscles from years of inactivity, and noticed something new: a light tingling running through his arms and legs, a subtle pulse beneath the skin that seemed to respond to every thought he had. The sensation was delicate, almost imperceptible, yet enough for him to realize something extraordinary.
*Chakra.*
He had never felt it this clearly before. Previously, it had been only a vague, instinctive perception, a diffuse energy that he couldn't control. Now, however, he could feel it flowing, and it brought an unexpected calm.
Ren closed his eyes and took a deep breath. Slowly, he focused his mind, imagining the chakra moving through his body like an invisible breeze running through unknown rivers and channels. Every cell seemed to respond, pulsating to the rhythm of the energy flowing within him.
> **SYSTEM — VISUAL INTERFACE ACTIVE**
A translucent panel appeared before his eyes, this time more detailed and complete. Smooth, shimmering lines traced his body, highlighting the three elemental affinities that were dormant within him: Wind, Lightning, and Earth.
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### **STATUS**
**Name:** Ren Kurosawa
**Age:** 4
**Gender:** Male
**Comparative Class:** Civilian Child — Below Academy Level
**Health:** Good
**Vitality:** Low
**Mental Control:** Stable
**Physical Resistance:** Low
**Total Chakra:** Very Low
**Chakra Flow:** Irregular
**Elemental Affinities:**
* Wind — Stable
* Lightning — Sporadic
* Earth — Dormant
**Known Ninjutsu:** None
**Known Taijutsu:** None
**Known Genjutsu:** None
**Kekkei Genkai:** Unknown
**Dojutsu:** Unknown
**Special Ability:** None Registered
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### **MISSION SYSTEM — ACTIVE**
**Passive Missions:**
* Basic Survival
* Initial Physical Development
* Chakra Awareness
**Active Missions:** None Available
**Mission Rewards:**
* Chakra Growth
* Small increases in Strength, Speed, and Endurance
* Occasional improvements in elemental abilities
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### **OPTIONAL MODULE — NANO MACHINE**
Status: Locked
Requirement: Chakra Consumption Authorization
Effect: Grants special functions for body enhancement, advanced detection, accelerated healing, and automatic technique learning.
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Ren exhaled slowly, letting the sensation spread through every fiber of his body. He lifted his hand and imagined chakra flowing from his palm as a soft light, without forcing anything. No wind, no sparks. Only the energy vibrating within him, strengthening with each breath.
He tried again, now with more focus, guiding the flow mentally through his arms, legs, and spine. The internal hum grew more intense, as if his body were slowly waking to something that had always been there, hidden.
Outside, the village was bustling. Children ran through the streets, light laughter mingled with the noise of merchants' stalls, and a few shinobi crossed the rooftops in their usual routines. But unlike yesterday, Ren felt no pressure or fear. Only curiosity and excitement. He watched every movement carefully, learning, sensing the flow of chakra around him in a distant but clear way.
He approached the window and placed his hand on the wooden sill. A gentle breeze entered, stirring his hair and bringing the scent of earth and nearby trees. Closing his eyes, he allowed his consciousness to connect with the external energy, as if he could feel the heartbeat of the village syncing with his own.
> **Detected Affinities:**
> Wind — Sensitive
> Lightning — Sensitive
> Earth — Latent
Every tingling, every pulse, every vibration was like a note in a song he was beginning to understand. Now, guided by the system, he had time and freedom to explore.
Ren closed his eyes once more, focusing solely on the flow. There was no rush. No immediate glory or power. Only him and the chakra, learning to coexist.
> *This is the first step.*
> *Not seeking power or recognition.*
> *Only learning and improvement.*
The sun slowly climbed, warming the room and illuminating the world outside. Ren remained by the window, observing, feeling, learning. Each small progress was a silent achievement.
Today, he did not need to face enemies or great challenges. Today, he would learn the rhythm of his own body and the energy around him. And in this world, that alone was a giant step.