In the year 51 of Konoha, early in the 22nd year of Red, the heavy snow had just melted. The weather was slightly cool, so most people had not yet changed out of their thick outerwear, still wearing sturdy winter clothes.
After all, sometimes it felt colder during this period than during the heavy snow.
The slush on the streets had long been cleaned up. To prevent people from slipping accidentally, special signs were also posted at various intersections, reminding everyone to walk carefully.
The [Moon Shattering Incident] from the first half of the year had now become a topic for casual conversation over meals and tea. When people had nothing else to do, they would bring it up to chat about. Although not many knew what exactly happened then, and even the Land of Whirlpools newspapers did not broadcast it, they still remembered the strange sight of the moon shattering that day. After all, it was truly terrifying. The entire moon disappeared before their eyes, how could they possibly forget.
Even though the moon later restored itself, everyone knew...
That incident was definitely not simple.
Some people in the Land of Whirlpools even speculated that aliens might have invaded. The strong shinobi of the world, in order to protect the moon, directly shattered it, and only after the event was over did they find a way to restore the moon. Then they remembered that day when Lord Jun brought members of the Otsutsuki clan down. They became even more certain that the one who saved the shinobi world must have been Lord Jun. After all, Lord Jun is now widely recognized as the strongest in the shinobi world, stronger even than the God of Shinobi who founded Konoha.
Such an unbelievable thing must only have been done by him.
While feeling grateful, they were also curious about what happened that day. Was it really as they guessed?
Even the prime ministers, daimyos, and Kage of various countries called Uzumaki Jun to ask, was it you who saved the shinobi world?
Uzumaki Jun was baffled. Which event are you talking about?
After understanding the sequence of events, he quickly, in a righteous and somewhat regretful tone, exclaimed, "I originally wanted to keep it hidden, but I didn't expect you to find out."
That is right.
I am the one who saved the shinobi world. If it weren't for me, the entire shinobi world would have faced attacks from Sage of Six Paths level powerhouses. So...
You guessed correctly.
Uzumaki Jun also took the opportunity to tell them that the shinobi world is not the only planet with life.
According to what that alien he defeated last time said, in a few years, the aliens would definitely send a large force again. So...
Everyone must be careful.
These words immediately made the entire shinobi world sigh with emotion, loudly praising the Land of Whirlpools Daimyo for his benevolence and righteousness, and stating that if aliens dare to invade the shinobi world, they would be the enemy of the entire shinobi world. When the time comes, they would definitely unite and work together to resist the great enemy, and absolutely would not let the Land of Whirlpools Daimyo face the strong enemy alone again.
What else could Uzumaki Jun say after hearing this?
He could only express his relief that the various countries of the shinobi world were so understanding of the bigger picture, and mentioned the Shinobi World Peacekeeping Force established a few years earlier. This force was born to maintain peace in the shinobi world, prevent local conflicts from escalating, or prevent conflicts from reigniting, and to help civilians affected by war. Our enemies also include aliens. Would anyone like to join?
Most countries, upon hearing this, stated that such a meaningful endeavor, how could they not participate?
They rushed in crowds to the Land of Whirlpools' branch continent to register.
At that time, relevant reporters also extensively reported in the Land of Whirlpools Shinobi News, Land of Whirlpools National News, and related news media, praising the various countries for their understanding of the bigger picture, calling them the vanguard of maintaining shinobi world peace. They also took the opportunity to criticize the remaining countries for ignoring shinobi world peace. What are these countries trying to do?
Hiding in the back, enjoying the peace bought by the sacrifices of other countries?
If that's really the case, how can you face the millions upon millions of shinobi people in the world?
Then...
Under this wave of condemnation, the remaining countries also sent troops. They stated that their commitment to protecting shinobi world peace was definitely no less than that of other countries. It was just that their countries were far away, so they arrived a bit slower. They also stated that maintaining shinobi world peace is the duty and responsibility of all people in the shinobi world. Everyone should shoulder this heavy responsibility, not stand by idly.
The other countries nearby all clapped in agreement, saying he was right, that was their intention too. They were just delayed by traffic, not trying to hide in the back. Please believe us.
After this was broadcast, these countries regained the forgiveness of the shinobi world people. They were told that recognizing and correcting mistakes is a great virtue, and they were hoped to prove their words with actions in the future.
And then, that was the end of it.
The Shinobi World Peacekeeping Force added several dozen national contingents, and Uzumaki Komaki's responsibilities became heavier and heavier.
...
Nagato looked at the three little kids in front of him and didn't know what to say.
He never expected that Brother Jun could pull off such a move. Clearly, he went up to fetch his wife, but in the end, it turned into maintaining shinobi world peace.
No wonder Brother Jun could develop the Land of Whirlpools from a small country into the superpower it is now.
Hesitating for a moment, he looked at the red haired child, about eight years old, and said, "How has your father been lately?"
Has he been beaten up, is the family harmonious, or has he been sleeping in the hall recently?
To avoid being silenced, he and Obito hadn't dared to get close to Brother Jun for the past six months. It was just too terrifying, especially after hearing that Brother Jun's house occasionally emitted strange and bizarre lights, accompanied by crackling sounds...
"He's fine," Itachi nodded and said. "Eats well, drinks well, sleeps well. Uncle Nagato, are you looking for my dad?"
It's just that he and Sasuke, and Naruko, gained a very beautiful mother.
"Haha, it's nothing." Nagato laughed it off, feeling relieved inside, and said, "Just asking."
It seems the situation isn't as he thought. That's good, at least his own wild guess probably wouldn't be remembered by Brother Jun.
However...
"Oh, right." Itachi seemed to remember something, suddenly realizing, and said, "Yesterday morning when I got up, I saw Dad's knees were a bit red and swollen. Dad said he fell. I don't know if that counts as fine?"
Stripes, red, blue, and swollen, seemed very painful.
"..."
Nagato looked speechlessly at the three little kids, wiped the sweat from his forehead, forced a smile, and said, "Fine, fine."
Fine, my foot.
He sighed, looking at the two exquisitely cute little toddlers held by Itachi's hand...
"Where are you taking Naruko and Sasuke?"
"I don't know." Itachi frowned and shook his head. "Today, Mom and Kushina Mom told me to take them out to play. And..."
He showed a troubled expression...
"They also said we could play a bit later today."
It's really strange. Usually, they always tell us to hurry home and not wander around. Why have Mom and Kushina Mom been so lenient lately?
"...Ha...ha..." Nagato was stunned, opened his mouth, but didn't know what to say. Finally, he laughed awkwardly and said, "Then you should go play quickly. Remember to have fun."
As soon as he finished speaking...
Suddenly, another crackling sound rang out. Everyone seemed already accustomed to it. They glanced at the house emitting multicolored lights and then continued with their work...
After all, they often saw such situations during this period.
Perfectly normal.
And Nagato, gazing at the chakra, fell silent for a moment, then shook his head, sighed with emotion, and muttered, "It seems... Brother Jun is experimenting with jutsu again."