"Chapter 1: The Snow Clan - The Beginning of Frozen Fruit"

Kirigakure - The Snow Clan

"Brother, brother!" A sweet-looking little girl ran over joyfully.

"What's the matter, Kiyoko?" The boy gazed at his younger sister, a fellow member of their clan, and offered a warm smile.

"I think I've awakened the family's unique ability!" Kiyoko's face flushed with excitement, her eyes wide.

"An awakened ability? The Ice Escape's bloodline limit?" The boy inquired.

Kiyoko nodded. "Yes, Brother, see for yourself." She extended her little hand, channeled her Chakra, and released it.

In an instant, a small ice ball formed in the palm of her hand—crystal clear and icy cold.

The young man's emotions were complex, but he managed a smile. He gently stroked Kiyoko's head, saying, "Kiyoko, you're amazing."

Kiyoko's face turned even redder, and her heart swelled with happiness. "Thank you, Brother Tōshirō. You'll definitely awaken your abilities too."

Of course, Tōshirō was not originally from this world. He had crossed over here. However, it wasn't to Konoha Village, where many travelers visited, but to Yukigakure, where he became a member of the snow clan, a clan with the unique ability of the Ice Escape.

A family that can awaken the Ice Escape Blood Successor Boundary. Moreover, he also became the older brother of the Minazuki clan.

Looking at the little girl's face flushed with excitement, Tōshirō felt happiness for her, but...

As he considered the fate of the Snow Clan, he couldn't help but feel a sense of melancholy.

Where is this place?

Yukigakure.

What era is this?

The Blood Mist! Known as the darkest, bloodiest, and cruelest period among the five major ninja villages!

After the Fourth Mizukage Yagura was controlled by Uchiha Obito's illusion, the situation intensified, causing the Blood Mist to become even more brutal.

Ninjas within the village turned against each other, and riots continued. The village's foreign policy became more secretive and sinister, with unimaginable horrors lurking within.

This turmoil led to various traitors fleeing the village, and those who remained faced constant civil strife and frequent coups.

Furthermore, Kirigakure harbored deep jealousy and fear of blood succession limit ninjas, which was why the Snow Clan had met its tragic end.

"Strength, you still need strength!" Tōshirō thought to himself.

"In this kind of village, in this kind of ninja world, only strength can solve all problems!"

Kiyoko observed Tōshirō's face and asked with concern, "Brother Tōshirō, why do you seem unhappy?"

Tōshirō smiled and gently stroked her long, black, and soft hair. "It's nothing, Kiyoko. You go and play."

"Good."

Kiyoko left carefree and happy. She wanted to show off her awakened Ice Escape ability to her mother.

Tōshirō watched her depart and sighed. He wished to protect his beloved little sister and the entire Snow Clan, but there was a significant obstacle.

At this moment, a notification sounded:

Ding!

"Congratulations to Host for successfully awakening the Deduction System!"

Tōshirō was momentarily surprised, then overjoyed. His own unique advantage had finally arrived.

"System, please tell me about your abilities."

"As the name suggests, this system can deduce and develop all of the Host's capabilities to their ultimate potential. However, the upper limit depends on the Host's creativity and practice."

Tōshirō nodded, grasping the concept.

"So, it's a Deduction System that can unlock a skill's ultimate potential?"

"Exactly, as long as you possess the ability, it can be developed to its ultimate form. However, it requires the Host's cooperation in the deduction and development process."

Tōshirō chuckled, brimming with confidence. "In this world, who can match my development abilities?"

He wasn't boasting, as he had an intimate knowledge of the abilities in this ninja world, and even those from other realms. In terms of imagination, creativity, and the ability to maximize deductions, he was unparalleled.

"Since the Host has just awakened the system, I will provide you with a gift pack for beginners. Would you like to receive it immediately?"

Tōshirō's heart skipped a beat.

A beginner's gift pack...

He couldn't help but wonder what kind of rewards he would receive.

Yes, get it now."

For a moment...

Ding!

"Congratulations to Host for successfully opening the novice gift package!"

"Congratulations to Host for successfully awakening the Ice Escape Blood Successor Boundary!"

"Congratulations to Host for acquiring a Devil Fruit, a Logia Frozen Fruit!"

Tōshirō was taken aback for a moment, then burst into ecstasy!

"This novice gift pack is unbelievably powerful!"

Not only did he successfully awaken the Ice Escape Blood Successor Boundary, but he also received a Frozen Fruit!

This was the ability of Admiral Aokiji, one of the highest-ranking Marine combatants in the One Piece world!

The Frozen Fruit not only granted the power of self-naturalization but also made him nearly immune to all physical damage. It had the ability to freeze and subdue any adversary with its freezing capabilities.

Once the fruit's abilities were fully awakened, it could permanently alter terrain and ecological environments. Its ultimate move, the Ice Age, could even freeze the entire sea!

In comparison, the Snow Clan's Ice Escape Blood Inheriting Boundary paled in comparison. While Minazukibai's later abilities were highly developed, her strength only reached the Chūnin level. The other members of the Snow Clan were in a similar situation.

With the addition of the Frozen Fruit, the Deduction System, and his personal development abilities, Tōshirō was ready to dominate the ninja world!

With a thought in mind, he brought the Frozen Fruit, which appeared in the system space, into his hand.

Without hesitation, he took a bite.

"Pooh!"

"It's unpalatable!"