Rabbit Princess [Gaara] [2]

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Tsukiko focused on the leaf in her hand, staring at it as she tried her very best to just absorb every single drop of water from it. She was able to take about 90% out of it but it was still not perfect. She had never imagined that she hadn't practised this extensively with absorbing water from something. She had always done with the amount she got in the first go or just kneaded her own Chakra to water.

Naruto had also managed to get some cuts on his leaves, and he had also headed off to meet with Asuma to gain some tips about practising this as he was also Wind Style. Tsukiko had turned to look at Yamato but he was already struggling with controlling Naruto's Chakra levels.

"Okay! Time to consolidate all the experience you've gained so far," Kakashi called out to Tsukiko and Naruto. "Think about your training while you release your shadow clones,"

"Usa," Tsukiko said and focused on taking out all of her clones, as did Naruto. Yamato took down his hand from concentrating and let out a sigh of tiredness.

"I can do it!" Naruto said as he looked down at the leaf in his hand and saw it split over halfway down. "I've almost got it!"

Then suddenly, Naruto's eyes glazed and he almost fell over, would've if Kakashi hadn't stopped his fall. It was then Tsukiko realised just how heavy her body felt and closed her eyes to regain her senses as well.

"The downside to this training is that you accumulate the clones' exhaustion as well as their experience," Kakashi informed them.

"I already... Knew about that..." Naruto muttered. "But I've almost got it..." He leaned away from Kakakshi and grabbed a hold of himself.

"Take a little break, Naruto," Kakashi said. "You as well, Tsukiko,"

"There's no time to rest," Naruto said, straightening up. "I'm okay, Kakashi Sensei!" Kakashi nodded and moved back to where Yamato was sitting. "Multiple Shadow Clone Jutsu,"

"H-Hey, wait!" Yamato said, getting into place. Kakashi turned to look at Tsukiko, who was staring at the blond Uzumaki as he continued.

"What does your Usajii say about your Chakra reserves?" Kakashi asked. Tsukiko turned to look at her teacher and held up her leaf.

"There's not much for me to go, either," Tsukiko replied. "I think I will continue, too," She held her hands together. "Multiple Shadow Clone Jutsu!"

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Tsukiko was the first to accomplish her absorption of the leaf and grinned as she looked at Kakashi and Yamato. Naruto toppled over, right behind her in finishing his training, much to the surprise of Tsukiko, who had expected him to take longer as he always took time learning.

"Yes!" Naruto cheered. "I did it!" He held up the leaf he had split completely. "I knew I was awesome but damn! At this rate, I'll master this new Jutsu in the blink of an eye!"

"Excuse me, you're progressing quickly because of my awesome training method," Kakashi pointed out. "Good job, both of you,"

"I think I've done a pretty 'awesome' job here too, Kakashi Senpai!" Yamato called, looking wavered from trying to control the Chakra.

"Anyway, let's move on to the next step..." Naruto said before he swayed and almost fall forward. Kakashi moved in front of him to stop him from falling.

"Then again, this is something only you could do," Kakashi said to the blond before looking over his shoulder. "Yamato, let's take a little break! Tsukiko, no complaints. You deserve a break,"