In this regard, it's somewhat similar to Sasuke in the original work.
During the Chunin Exams in the original work, the former dead last, Naruto, became more and more prominent, even summoning a Great Toad and defeating the monstrous Gaara in one fell swoop.
This shocked Sasuke, who had just learned Lightning Release: Chidori, beyond belief.
In subsequent missions, Sasuke, despite bearing the name of the Uchiha, rarely played a significant role, while the dead last, Naruto, grew stronger and stronger.
Sasuke was already burdened by a blood feud, determined to kill Itachi Uchiha, and his inherent pride wouldn't allow Naruto to be better than him. Later, the conflict finally erupted on the rooftop of the hospital.
In short, the relationship within Team Seven at that time was like this:
"Naruto!"
"Sasuke!"
"Stop it! Don't fight anymore!"
Yes, it wasn't raining heavily at the time, but Sasuke's inner feelings were indeed very anxious then. It was the anxiety of a genius being surpassed by the dead last and even being left further and further behind. His subsequent decision to defect to Orochimaru was also logical.
Tenten's psychology was somewhat similar, yet different.
She valued her (boyfriend) very much and wanted to stand by her (boyfriend)'s side, not wanting to be left behind.
Xia Mu thought of this but wasn't anxious. Instead, he affectionately ruffled Tenten's hair, "You finally came to me. I've been waiting for a long time. I've been researching training matters, not just to repay Shino, but also thinking of you, my little cute."
Tenten's eyes lit up, "So, there's a way to help me improve? Good Xia Mu, tell me quickly!"
"Don't worry, listen to me slowly. I've actually gained insight into the Nature Transformation of Lightning Release Chakra, and then I discovered that by carefully controlling lightning to stimulate the body, I can continuously activate cells..."
Lightning is a miraculous power.
There's a certain logic to why cultivators in cultivation novels are struck by lightning during tribulations.
Lightning power is very strong, but it can stimulate the activation of the physical body, making the body stronger, and even accelerating the body's self-regeneration. If explained scientifically, the power of lightning stimulates the activity of cells, strengthening them while also accelerating the body's metabolism, naturally enhancing physical strength.
And after discovering this benefit, Xia Mu took some time to personally try it a few times in a special laboratory. It was so painful it was exhilarating, truly exhilarating to the point of death.
Fortunately, he finally mastered the intensity of lightning needed to stimulate cells, achieving cell activation without destroying them.
Now that Tenten had encountered a bottleneck and wasn't suitable for intense training due to her young age, they could try lightning stimulation.
Xia Mu wasn't afraid of something going wrong. With his precise control over Chakra, even if something went wrong, it wouldn't be fatal. Plus, with the senzu bean as a safeguard, he could boldly help Tenten.
"Xia Mu, Xia Mu, quickly give me..." Tenten urged.
"Don't say things that could be misunderstood!"
Xia Mu was on the verge of tears; if the Shopkeeper Uncle heard him, he might be beaten to death on the spot.
However, not far from this room, in the master bedroom, the Shopkeeper Uncle's face was dark because he heard everything clearly. It was simply because the room wasn't soundproof, and it was quiet late at night. Tenten also raised her voice without realizing it, so how could he not hear?
Fortunately, he knew Xia Mu was helping Tenten and wasn't doing anything bad.
Otherwise, he definitely would have gotten up with a rolling pin.
Here, Xia Mu told Tenten to sit properly. He held Tenten's hands and instructed, "Don't resist. I will send lightning into your body through my hands to stimulate your cells to activate. You also have the lightning attribute, so remember to feel it carefully. I will do this for you a few times each month from now on. By the time you graduate from school, you should be able to master the method yourself."
Tenten nodded, closed her eyes silently, and waited for Xia Mu to proceed.
Xia Mu also focused completely, mobilizing Chakra and converting it into lightning, beginning to precisely control its flow into Tenten's body.
It would have been easier with the Byakugan, but fortunately, Xia Mu had experimented on himself, and human bodies are similar enough, so there wouldn't be any major problems.
As the lightning entered her body, it was tingling and numb, with a slight pain, causing Tenten's forehead to sweat.
But she endured it without making a sound.
After an unknown amount of time, it finally ended. Tenten was covered in sweat but didn't feel tired. Instead, she felt all the cells in her body were active, and her previously stagnant Chakra volume began to grow visibly.
This result filled her with joy.
"Xia Mu, thank you!"
Saying that, she proactively cupped Xia Mu's face and shyly kissed him.
Xia Mu awkwardly touched his somewhat cool cheek, his eyes sparkling with surprise: "Tenten, let's be together!"
Tenten smiled and said, "Why do you want to be with me? You have to say it!"
Xia Mu felt his face getting hot, but his words were still clear: "Because I like Tenten, so I want to be with Tenten, I want to become lovers with Tenten!"
Tenten was finally satisfied, her face red, and she kissed him again: "I also like Xia Mu! So I accept!"
Xia Mu was also content and started acting shamelessly: "You kissed me, I want to kiss you back!"
"Hehe! No way! If you mess around, I'll tell Dad!"
"Your dad is also my Father-in-law starting now..."
Not far away in the master bedroom, the Shopkeeper Uncle finally smiled, but his face quickly darkened again because the noise from the two of them was getting louder and louder. It seemed they weren't trying to hide it from him anymore.
Isn't that too blatant!
No way! Tomorrow, I must make Xia Mu cook a big meal!
Here, Tenten didn't return to her own room. She simply lay down and went straight to sleep. After all, they were still children, and nothing would happen even if they hugged.
As for whether children's relationships are serious...
Once, a four-year-old boy kissed a four-year-old girl. The four-year-old girl asked, "Can you be responsible for me?" The four-year-old boy confidently said, "Of course! Because we are no longer three-year-old children!"
Although it's a joke, if you told it to people in this world, many would take it seriously.
Because the children in this world mature too early!
Itachi Uchiha killed people on the battlefield at the age of four. Now Xia Mu is almost seven and Tenten is almost eight. Their relationship is naturally serious, and anyway, no one catches early romance.
Early the next morning, Xia Mu gave Tenten another electric shock.
Then, in front of the Shopkeeper Father-in-law's dark expression, they openly held hands and went to school. Unexpectedly, they met their good friend Shino at the school gate.
Shino saw them holding hands, and his sunglasses immediately reflected light: "Congratulations."
Xia Mu sincerely thanked him: "Shino, thank you for all your help!"
Tenten smiled and said, "Shino, pumpkin flowers made into tempura are delicious, and pumpkin vine and lean meat soup is also excellent. Do you have any more at your house? Xia Mu and I are cooking at home today, come over for dinner."
Shino didn't refuse but said, "Last night, my mom also made the same dishes. The pumpkin vines and pumpkin flowers at home have been picked clean. I have to borrow some from the neighbor's house."
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