Learning how to walk

It has been one year since I was reborn as Sakura Haruno. My days have been a mix of diaper changes, endless feedings, and the relentless pursuit of self-improvement. My primary focus has been on boosting my INT and WIS, and although I haven't received any quests yet, the system's guidance has kept me motivated.

For the past two months, I've been practicing my speech. My attempts to speak like a proper baby have been rather amusing—my parents often look at me with bemused expressions, wondering why their seemingly intelligent child babbles in a manner more suited to a sitcom character.

One particular instance stands out: My parents were discussing the latest Chunin missions while I lay on my blanket, "cooing" in what I hoped was a convincing baby voice. "Goo goo, ga ga," I uttered, trying to sound as clueless as possible. My dad glanced at me and said, "She's really advanced for her age, isn't she?" My mom replied, "Maybe she's just trying to imitate us. How cute!"

I couldn't help but stifle a giggle. If only they knew.

In the quieter moments when they were away, I took full advantage of the scrolls lying around. My tiny hands clumsily flipped through ancient texts while I silently absorbed their contents. It was both frustrating and exhilarating to be learning so much while barely able to coordinate my own limbs. Occasionally, I would accidentally knock over a stack of scrolls, causing a small avalanche of paper. I'd look up sheepishly at the mess and think, *If only my coordination matched my intellect.*

Despite these challenges, I managed to level up once, which was a significant milestone. My current status was:

*<Status >*

[LVL 1 (100/500)

INT: 1 → 15

WIS: 1 → 12

STR: 0

CC: 0

DEX: 0

SPD: 0]

With my newfound goal of improving physical abilities, I started attempting to walk. It was a hilarious ordeal. Standing up was a feat in itself, and I often wobbled like a marionette with tangled strings. My falls were frequent and dramatic, usually ending in a puff of laughter and a few frustrated squeals. I'd stare at my tiny feet, as if willing them to cooperate, and think, *Come on, you can do this!*

Two weeks later, I managed to take my first proper step. The sheer triumph of that moment was exhilarating. My parents' faces lit up with pride. "Oh, look! My baby girl is walking!" My dad exclaimed. I beamed at them, feeling a warmth in my chest that had nothing to do with my chakra. Even though I wasn't their biological child and the original Sakura was no longer to be born, I cherished these moments.

I was lost in my thoughts when an alert from the system jolted me back to reality.

[**Congratulations on taking your first step! Hidden Quest Completed.**

**Rewards:**

- Exp: 500

- Perk unlocked: Gamer's Mind, Gamer's Body

- VIT (Vitality) stat: When VIT becomes 0, the host goes into a coma state for a week.]

The perks were intriguing. With Gamer's Mind, I would remain calm under pressure, and with Gamer's Body, I would recover quickly. The VIT stat, which could put me into a coma if depleted, hinted at something almost superhero-like. The thought of potentially becoming immortal was both thrilling and daunting.

*<Status >*

[LVL 2 (100/700)

INT: 15

WIS: 12

STR: 0

CC: 0

DEX: 0

SPD: 0

VIT: 100 (10/hr)]

Points: 4

[Ding! Quest Generated!]

*<Quests >*

[Improve STR and SPD to 5]

[Unlock system special function]

[Unlock your chakra]

I was excited to unlock my chakra. It felt like a significant step forward. I set out to improve my strength and speed, turning the house into a mini obstacle course. My attempts at running around often led to comedic collisions with furniture, and my parents occasionally peeked in to see their baby in an unintentional game of "bumble through the living room."

Meditation was another challenge. Finding my chakra felt like trying to locate a hidden object in a cluttered room. I focused intently, feeling a warm sensation around my heart, and tried to channel it through my body. It was a slow and painstaking process, but eventually, I felt a connection, and I directed that warmth outward.

[Ding! Mission Completed!

Unlock system special function

System functionalities will unlock now.

System update time left: 24 hours

Exp: +500]

I eagerly awaited the new functionalities. With inventory and jutsus still locked until level 10, I wondered if a new menu or feature would be introduced. The anticipation kept me motivated, even if I had to wait another 24 hours.

*<Status >*

[LVL 2 (600/700)

INT: 15

WIS: 12

STR: 1

CC: 0

DEX: 0

SPD: 1

VIT: 100 (10/hr)]

Points: 4