In the Naruto World, there are two types of Substitution Techniques.
The first is the standard E-Rank Substitution Technique.
Essentially a simple sleight of hand, it combines elements of Genjutsu and the Body Flicker Technique.
Its advantages lie in its ease of learning, making it effective for crushing weak opponents.
However, its short range, long activation time, and lack of utility in mid-to-high-level combat render it nearly useless in serious battles.
The second type is the personalized Substitution Technique developed by advanced ninjas to suit their individual strengths and weaknesses.
Notable examples include Orochimaru's Shedding Substitution and Itachi's Crow Substitution.
When executed by highly skilled combatants, these techniques can achieve flawless, damage-free evasions.
But now...
Thanks to the Galgame System's unique attribute, Mikami Yuu can also reliably execute the Substitution Technique instantly.
Though the range is limited, this ability is otherwise flawless! It's essentially a range-restricted version of Amenotejikara!
And this is just the reward for reaching 25 Favorability Points, the "Friendly" stage.
If 25 is this impressive...
What heights will 100 Favorability Points unlock?
'This little Galgame System is truly something.'
If there's a drawback, it's that the [Practice] function cannot be automated.
Each skill must be honed manually, one painstaking repetition at a time.
Furthermore, Mikami Yuu's Chakra reserves pale in comparison to Obito's, limiting his current Great Fireball Technique to the size of a basketball—utterly impractical for actual combat.
On the other hand, Sasuke, as the reincarnation of Indra, was at roughly the same level when he first learned the Great Fireball Technique.
Moreover, as long as Mikami Yuu kept practicing, regardless of the results, he could steadily increase his affinity with the Great Fireball Technique.
Once he unlocked the affinity-level rewards, things would change dramatically.
'If the Three Body Technique's properties are this impressive, the Great Fireball Technique can't be too bad, right?'
'This is the confidence the Galgame System gives me!'
At that moment, Mikami Yuu took a deep breath, straightened his back, and returned from his inverted, hanging position.
He then hopped a few times in place, feeling his body become remarkably light, his head nearly brushing against the six- or seven-meter-high tree trunk.
Dropping into a horse stance, he threw a punch, hearing the continuous 'whoosh' of wind.
The power in his arm and core was noticeably increased, and his punches became more solid and forceful.
Without a sparring partner, Mikami Yuu couldn't confirm whether these three Constitution points had also enhanced his taijutsu skills.
However, he was certain that he could now easily defeat the version of himself from just a few weeks ago.
"It's almost time."
"Tomorrow is the preliminary assessment. I need to head over early... Whether I become a ninja or a noodle-making chef rests on this!"
Early the next morning:
"Good morning, Yuu-kun!"
After finishing breakfast with his mother at home, Mikami Yuu stepped outside to find Nohara Rin, already wearing her schoolbag, emerging from her own house.
She waved cheerfully and greeted him, but her gaze kept drifting upward to the top of his head, her expression turning peculiar.
"What's wrong, Rin? Is there something on my head?" Mikami Yuu asked, touching his white hair.
"No... it just suddenly struck me—has Yuu-kun gotten taller lately? I remember you were only a little taller than me a while ago, but now you're almost half a head taller!"
Nohara Rin walked beside Mikami Yuu, her small hand tracing an arc from her own head toward his.
Mikami Yuu glanced sideways, his gaze sliding down from the top of Rin's head to her slender, fair neck.
He smiled faintly, his expression unreadable.
"Maybe it's because I've been getting better nutrition lately? I guess I've grown a bit... I should thank you for that bucket of fish you brought over."
"Don't exaggerate so much! If eating a few fish could make you grow taller, everyone in Konoha would be fishing in the Naka River by now!"
Nohara Rin chuckled softly.
In truth, Mikami Yuu's growth spurt was likely primarily due to the three Constitution points granted by the Corner System.
This enhancement was comprehensive, boosting not only his physical strength but also his height, making the change noticeable from his appearance.
However, given that this age group is naturally a time of rapid growth, the change didn't seem particularly jarring.
They walked a short distance further.
Rin spoke again: "Oh, Yuu-kun, I've heard back from Teacher Oki about learning Medical Ninjutsu."
"He said Konoha Hospital has a training course for new medical personnel. He's already put in a good word for me, so I can start auditing the classes next week. Would you like to come with me, Yuu-kun? If we go together, we can discuss problems and help each other out."
"When is it?"
"Every weekend morning, and sometimes on weekday evenings. The lecturers are all Medical Ninjas from Konoha—mostly Chūnin, but supposedly you can occasionally see Jōnin, and even Lady Tsunade herself has been known to appear."
"Tsunade, huh..."
Mikami Yuu subconsciously conjured an image of massive breasts in his mind.
'It couldn't be helped—Tsunade's... assets... are just too deeply ingrained in everyone's minds.'
But...
'By this point, Tsunade should have already left Konoha, right? And she suffers from hemophobia. What could she possibly teach at Konoha Hospital? Wouldn't it be too stimulating for her?'
As Mikami Yuu pondered this, he casually replied, "Sure, count me in. Just let me know when."
As they spoke, the two had already arrived at the Ninja Academy.
On their way to the classroom, students greeted them frequently.
Among them was a Hyuga Clan member named Hyuga Himon, sporting the clan's distinctive Byakugan eyes and an air of haughtiness. He casually approached, exchanged a few pleasantries, and lingered longer than necessary.
Nohara Rin's gentle nature, delicate features, and willingness to help others had made her popular.
Aside from Obito, several other precocious boys secretly harbored feelings for her, including Hyuga Himon.
Hailing from a prestigious clan, Hyūga Himon disdained Obito's sycophantic behavior.
Instead, he sought to capture Nohara Rin's attention through deliberate aloofness and subtle put-downs of others.
He frequently flaunted his noble lineage and exceptional talent, leaving Rin exasperated yet reluctant to confront him directly.
As for Mikami Yuu...
His role was that of a potential rival to most male students.
Such was the fate of those blessed with striking looks.
Previously, the Ninja Academy had another student with similarly outstanding looks and even more extraordinary talent: Kakashi, who effortlessly overshadowed everyone else.
But now that Kakashi was gone, Mikami Yuu had become the undisputed "coolest kid in class."
Even with slightly inferior talent, he still commanded a considerable fan base among the girls.
Mikami Yuu, however, remained largely indifferent to all the attention.
After all, they were just a bunch of chattering kids. He much preferred older women.
Of course, if a reasonably attractive heiress were to step forward and tell him he didn't need to work hard anymore, he wouldn't dismiss the offer outright...