Chapter 1 Jiang Ming, Naruto
"Chase them! Hurry and chase them! Everyone, catch up!"
"We absolutely cannot let him escape, and we absolutely cannot let the Scroll of Seals leak outside the village!"
"That's right, we must bring Naruto back!"
"Chase…"
…A cacophony of voices continuously echoed from deep within a dense forest. Occasionally, figures could be seen darting through the trees, exchanging a few words and information before quickly dispersing again. There were hundreds of people moving back and forth without pause.
Such a large-scale operation made what should have been a silent and tranquil night extraordinarily noisy.
Countless birds flew up in alarm, chirping incessantly, seemingly condemning and scolding these intruders who disturbed their slumber!
It was unclear what monumental event had occurred here to cause such a chaotic situation.
Who exactly was this "Naruto" fellow? From the discussions, it seemed he was the instigator of this whole affair.
What kind of abilities did he possess to warrant so many people searching and pursuing him!?
And what was this "Scroll of Seals" that was repeatedly mentioned? What important item was it that justified such a massive and aggressive mobilization?
All of this was shrouded in questions.
However, one thing was certain.
These people were definitely not ordinary individuals!
Their actions and movements were all out of the ordinary, feeling very strange.
They weren't running on the ground but leaping from branch to branch, yet they were incredibly agile. No matter the distance between trees, they would jump and maneuver, moving back and forth with ease, as if it were the simplest thing in the world.
In short, everything that appeared here was very, very strange.
It was inexplicable!
Everything here was unfamiliar, completely new. Yet, there was a sense of déjà vu, as if deep in memory, such a place did exist.
So, where exactly was this place?
Jiang Ming vocalized the question that had been lingering in his mind.
Unfortunately, no one could answer him or resolve his confusion.
Because!
There was simply no one who could see Jiang Ming's existence, so naturally, they couldn't hear his voice.
He didn't know what state he was in right now; all he knew was that no one could discover him.
It was as if he didn't exist in this world. He was nothing, he was air.
Was he a wandering ghost? Or was he experiencing an out-of-body experience?
Jiang Ming truly didn't know what his situation was at this moment.
In any case, it felt very unpleasant, very uncomfortable.
What the hell was this all about!? Damn it!!!
Jiang Ming cursed incessantly. Even he, who was usually calm and composed, unperturbed by anything, could no longer remain so.
Damn it, he didn't even have a body left, just a soul. If he could still remain calm, he'd truly become a god, or even a super god.
How did he muddle his way into this place and end up in this state?
Was he dreaming?
Was this a dream?
It seemed that such bizarre things only happened in dreams, and only in dreams could such fantastical situations occur.
However!
Why did this dream feel so wrong!? Why did Jiang Ming feel like he wasn't involved at all? This was his own dream, but why wasn't he the protagonist of it? He didn't even have a role.
Jiang Ming really wanted to pinch himself to confirm, but it seemed he couldn't even do that! Although he already clearly knew that this was not a dream.
Reality or illusion, Jiang Ming believed he could still distinguish between them.
He seemed to be in an out-of-body state,
Without a body, only consciousness.
Suddenly!
From somewhere, a powerful suction force suddenly emanated, pulling Jiang Ming towards it irresistibly.
His soul consciousness was thus drawn to a hidden spot in the forest below.
Then, Jiang Ming saw a few people there. One person was lying on the ground, beaten black and blue like a pig's head, barely alive, unconscious. Another person was also severely injured, with a large, four-pronged weapon, or perhaps… a hidden weapon, stuck in his back.
However, this person didn't pay attention to his injuries but kept calling out the name of a young boy in his arms.
"Naruto! Naruto?"
"Ah!" Jiang Ming suddenly exclaimed as if he had realized something. Of course, the people below couldn't hear his voice; he was a soul now!
Jiang Ming's voice was filled with an incredible sense of wonder and surprise, his eyes wide as he stared at the blonde-haired boy, as if he had witnessed some inexplicable supernatural phenomenon that could make him react this way.
Why did he only think of it now!
Why did he only think of it now!?
Perhaps, he subconsciously ignored this possibility, not wanting to connect it to this aspect, because it was simply too illogical and unbelievable. No wonder he had felt such a strong sense of incongruity before.
It turned out that he had truly arrived in a completely new, Another World (another world). A new world formed by the materialization of a two-dimensional reality.
Everything that couldn't be explained by science.
Why was he brought to this world, this world of "Naruto"?
Was this the prelude to his transmigration, making him the protagonist?!
Jiang Ming didn't have time to fantasize or ponder too much, because he had already been drawn closer to Naruto. This irresistible, uncontrollable feeling filled his heart with panic.
He didn't know what would happen, and this feeling of the unknown frightened him!
But he could do nothing but watch himself being pulled closer.
Upon contact with Naruto's body, Jiang Ming underwent a change; his soul was involuntarily guided into Naruto's body.
Naruto, lying there, suddenly struggled. He didn't wake up, but he was in immense pain, as if enduring some great suffering. A layer of light, imperceptible to ordinary people, clung to his body.
This was caused by the fusion of two souls.
In the mind, within the Niwan Palace, constant tearing and restructuring were occurring. What kind of soul would ultimately form? Who would be dominant?
Would it be Naruto or Jiang Ming? Or would it be a completely new individual!?
"Naruto! Jiang Ming!" The unconscious Naruto continuously mumbled, repeating these two names.
All of this happened imperceptibly, silently. No one noticed anything unusual. Even Iruka-sensei, who was close by, anxiously caring for Naruto, only thought Naruto had fainted from an accidental impact. He remained completely unaware of the spiritual event happening to him.
After Iruka confirmed that Naruto's breathing was normal and he was not in any serious danger, he shifted his gaze to an inconspicuous shadowy corner under a nearby tree. Here, there was actually a fourth person who had been there all along.
However, this person was also unconscious. If Jiang Ming had noticed this person at the time, he would probably have stared with wide eyes, after all… this person's identity was… extraordinary!!!
But why didn't Jiang Ming notice him then!?
Was it fate or coincidence?
Destiny or serendipity?
Would it sink into the sea like a stone, silent and unnoticed, or would it create ripples that slowly spread outwards, eventually affecting the entire ocean!
And the entire world of Naruto… a different Naruto story thus begins!Chapter 2 New Life
The next day!
When Naruto woke up, the sun was already high in the sky. He sat up groggily, rubbed his eyes, and looked around, feeling that something was off. Where was this? It seemed like his home, but it also seemed different, not matching his memories!
Click!
The outer door to the entrance hall opened, and a man in his twenties walked in. "Naruto? You're awake? That's great! How are you feeling? Are you alright?"
"Iruka-sensei?"
"Hmm? Naruto, what's wrong?" Iruka asked with concern.
"Am I... Naruto?" he said blankly.
"Naruto, are you okay? You weren't hit so hard you lost your mind, were you?" Iruka asked.
"Did someone hit me?" Naruto tilted his head.
"What? Did you lose your memory? Don't you remember what happened last night?" Iruka asked, worried and concerned.
"Last night, you were tricked by Mizuki into stealing the 'Scroll of Seals,' and then you were knocked out by someone who flew in from the sky. You don't remember any of that?"
"Uh? Let me think... Hiss, it seems like something like that did happen." As Naruto was thinking, his stomach suddenly rumbled.
So hungry!
Iruka laughed heartily. "Alright, let's eat first! I'll treat you to your favorite Ichiraku Ramen. We can talk while we eat."
"Mm!" Hearing "Ichiraku Ramen," Naruto's spirits lifted. All his gloom and confusion were cast aside... Ramen shop!
While eating his favorite ramen, he listened to Iruka-sensei recount the events of last night, growing more and more surprised with each detail.
This period of memory was very hazy in Naruto's mind; he could only vaguely recall some things.
But it was no big deal. If he couldn't remember, then he wouldn't! Why bother? As long as there was ramen to eat!
He ate several bowls of ramen in one go, all miso-flavored. In one word: "Satisfying."
Iruka-sensei's eyes welled up as he shakily pulled out money to pay the bill. Sure enough, he couldn't treat Naruto to ramen; it truly pained him!
But it was good that Naruto was alright.
Naruto was still Naruto!
Iruka thought with relief.
But was that really the case?
As they were leaving, Iruka suddenly said, "Naruto, although I've already given you your forehead protector, and you're a ninja now, you still need to go to the Hokage's office to register, got it?"
"Uh, what? A ninja, me?" Naruto looked dazed, unable to process it.
Iruka smiled, thinking Naruto was just too happy to react, so he didn't pay it much mind.
"Don't forget! I have something to do, so I'll be going first."
Naruto stood there in a daze, and it took him a long time to react. A ninja! This word, both strange and incredibly familiar to him, finally made him let out a loud shout. He didn't care about the surprised and disdainful looks from the many people passing by on the street as he yelled wildly.
"I'm a ninja! I'm a ninja!"
"Next, I'm going to become Hokage, the strongest man in this village." Naruto clenched his fist, pointing it directly at the Hokage Rock, his energetic face brimming with vibrant life.
Naruto sped like the wind toward the Hokage's office. He submitted a one-inch photo, got it stamped, filled out a form, and registered. Soon, he was a glorious ninja... Naruto was very excited that day. Even though some strange things seemed to have happened to him, his usually carefree nature prevented him from dwelling on them.
The next day, he woke up from his dream smiling, humming an unknown tune. For the first time, he arrived at class on time.
It was still the same classroom where he had spent several years, and many students had already arrived.
Everyone was chatting excitedly,
full of anticipation, fantasizing about life as a ninja, their youthful energy undeniable.
"Yo, isn't that Naruto? How can a dead last like you be here? Today's the orientation for graduates!" A voice spoke up, full of mockery and a hint of superiority.
"Hmph! Why can't I be here?" Naruto looked at the speaker, his face full of displeasure.
"Heh heh, with your level, how could you possibly pass the graduation exam? You didn't cheat, did you?!" the person continued to taunt him.
"Kiba, I'll show you my strength." Naruto turned his head away, no longer bothering with him.
This person always annoyed Naruto, constantly having a white-furred dog on his head and always mocking and looking down on him.
But today, Naruto truly had no intention of arguing with Kiba. He had been slightly dazed just now, and it took him a moment to remember who this person was. This feeling was very strange, but if he tried to pinpoint it, he couldn't quite figure out what was wrong...
Just then, the door burst open violently, and two beautiful young girls squeezed in simultaneously. One had pink hair, tied with a red ribbon, and a slightly wide forehead. The other girl had golden blonde hair, with a single strand sticking up in front.
The two girls tumbled into the classroom, like a gust of wind, and in the blink of an eye, they rushed over to... Sasuke, and began to pester him.
"Sasuke, have you eaten?"
"Sasuke, you look so handsome today!"
"Sasuke, do you think I look pretty today?"
Naruto rested his hand on his chin, glaring at them with extreme displeasure. This Sasuke was the guy Naruto disliked the most.
Kiba always mocked him and looked down on him, but Sasuke simply ignored him, as if he didn't exist, as if he couldn't see him. Of course, that wasn't the most important thing; this guy was simply too popular.
Although it was only with the girls, what Naruto envied, resented, and hated the most was that the girl he liked, Sakura, was very fond of Sasuke.
This was simply unbearable!
However, today Naruto noticed that Ino seemed quite pretty too. She even seemed to surpass Sakura. Hmm? Why would I have such a thought?
Huh? Is that... Hinata?
Hinata was probably the only girl who didn't flock around Sasuke. She always secretly watched him, but whenever he noticed, she would quickly lower her head, pressing her two index fingers together. She was a very shy girl, and her presence wasn't very strong.
For some reason, looking at these people, Naruto felt an indescribable mix of unfamiliarity and familiarity. Images that didn't belong to the present flashed in his mind from time to time, making him feel both excited and uneasy.
"Ino Pig!"
"Forehead!"
Sasuke and Naruto's seats were very close, and the bickering between Ino and Sakura, Sasuke's die-hard fans, reached Naruto's ears, constantly interrupting his thoughts.
Looking over there, he suddenly laughed for no reason. Seriously, what was he even doing? He wasn't the type to overthink things, and besides, what was there to think about?
Watching the helplessly entangled Sasuke, Naruto suddenly felt a surge of amusement.
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Contents
About this book
Chapter 3: Sneak Attack and Knockout
Naruto wasn't the type to overthink things. When he encountered something he couldn't understand, he'd just automatically filter it out.
Over by Hinata and Kiba, there was also a somewhat strange guy wearing dark glasses, his clothes almost completely covering him, only a small part of his face visible.
Naruto rarely spoke to him and they weren't familiar with each other, so he quickly shifted his gaze.
Then, he saw... a fat guy and an idiot??
There were three seats there, one empty seat probably belonged to Ino, who was always pestering Sasuke and arguing with Sakura. Then there was Choji and Shikamaru?!
One who only knew how to eat all day, one who was always listless and lacked motivation, and one who was a lovesick fool constantly chasing Sasuke. So Naruto called them the "Idiot Trio."
Withdrawing his gaze, Naruto also slumped onto his desk. He no longer paid attention to anyone else, as if he had lost interest, or perhaps no one else could capture his attention.
He lay quietly on the desk, lost in thought, which made everyone curious. Naruto was so strange today! Could he be planning some new prank?
No one knew what was happening to Naruto; he was changing in an unknown direction.
Meanwhile, everything in this classroom was being closely watched.
A crystal ball recorded everything.
A group of people watched, led by the Third Hokage—Hiruzen Sarutobi.
"Kakashi!"
"Here!"
"These are the files for the three ninja you are responsible for assessing."
"Uzumaki Naruto, Uchiha Sasuke, Haruno Sakura." Kakashi read from the files in his hand.
"Asuma!"
"Here!"
..."Kurenai!"
"Here!"
...A long while later, Iruka, holding the freshly printed list, slowly walked into the classroom, his mind wandering. Yes, he was spacing out.
Naruto was assigned to Kakashi's team, a team no student had ever passed, which was why Iruka was worried.
"Next, I will announce the team assignments. Everyone return to your seats."
"Yes!"
Finally, it was quiet. Naruto let out a long sigh of relief, looking at Iruka-sensei with profound gratitude. He was finally here! He was about to be deafened by Sakura and Ino's bickering; he couldn't take it anymore!
He turned to look at Sasuke and saw that he, too, had let out a sigh of relief, his eyes full of helplessness.
Oh, this guy's expression is quite rich! But, hmph. He's simply ungrateful, surrounded by so many girls yet still wearing an annoyed expression. How infuriating!
Ah, ah, ah!
This detestable Sasuke!
Feeling Naruto's gaze, Sasuke looked at Naruto, then immediately turned back.
???
Heh heh, heh heh, ignored! He actually ignored him,
Ignored~~~~~
Naruto was grinding his teeth so hard they almost shattered. He didn't know why, but whenever he saw Sasuke, he felt especially agitated and uncontrollable.
It was almost like they were fated rivals.
What exactly was this feeling?
"Team Seven, Uzumaki Naruto, Haruno Sakura, Uchiha Sasuke."
Ah~~~~~~~~
What a piercing shriek! Naruto snapped back to reality and looked at Sakura.
From hell to heaven, Sakura felt the beauty of the world. The disappointment when she heard Naruto was on her team, followed by the joy when she heard Sasuke was on her team—these truly were two extremes!
If Naruto knew the destructive power and influence he had in Sakura's heart, what would he think... Sakura looked at Ino, and sure enough, Ino was stomping her feet and beating her chest as Sakura had expected. Coupled with Sakura's provocation, she was absolutely fuming, on the verge of transforming into a Super Saiyan!!!!
Wait,
Super Saiyan, what's that?
Naruto was puzzled by these sudden, strange thoughts in his head. Where did he learn these things?
Oh dear!!!
It seemed that the team members Iruka-sensei just announced included him and Sakura. Being on the same team as the girl he liked was a lucky thing, but! If that guy was also there, it was a different story!
Naruto glared at Sasuke over there.
He finally understood Sakura's feelings and Ino's mood from earlier.
Sakura, Sasuke, Ino, and Naruto himself—what a strange love quadrangle! But, it seemed like he was the odd one out here! He had nothing to do with it! Oh well, who told him he was thick-skinned! He'd just be a third wheel...
After the team assignments, some were disappointed, like Ino; some were happy, like Sakura; some were excited, like Naruto; some were indifferent, like Shikamaru; some found it troublesome, like Sasuke. In short, with various emotions, all the students left the Ninja Academy, about to embark on a new life...
After the team assignments, the jonin sensei meeting would be arranged for the afternoon. For now, they could arrange their own activities.
Leaving the Ninja Academy, Sakura immediately resumed pestering Sasuke. Ino, naturally, wouldn't be outdone, and a large group of girls followed closely behind. He really was popular!
Naruto, Shikamaru, and Kiba were pushed to the corner by a large group of girls.
"I don't know what's so great about this guy. He's always so cold, just trying to act cool. Why is he so popular!" Kiba said, playing with his dog, his face full of displeasure.
"Women are such a pain!" Shikamaru yawned weakly.
"Snacks are still the best!" The chubby Choji suddenly interjected this nonsensical remark while munching on snacks.
Everyone shook their heads helplessly.
"Where's Naruto?" someone asked, not knowing when Naruto had vanished without a trace, no longer there.
"Who knows!" No one paid attention to that troublemaking dead last. The person who asked just said it casually, and no one really cared. Naruto's presence seemed to only be noticed when he was causing trouble.
So, where did Naruto go?
He secretly followed behind Sasuke, not knowing what he was plotting. It certainly wouldn't be anything good.
Whenever Naruto saw that guy Sasuke, he felt annoyed, so he planned to... hehe...
One was the no. 1 student of this class, while the other was the dead last, no. 1 from the bottom. If anyone knew Naruto was plotting against Sasuke, they would just laugh heartily. Wasn't this a joke?
It was like an egg hitting a rock, just asking for trouble, only adding to the amusement.
Indeed!
After Sasuke got rid of the group of lovesick girls, he went to a secluded spot and suddenly disappeared.
"Huh? Where'd he go?" Naruto bounced out, looking around.
"Are you looking for me?" Sasuke suddenly appeared behind Naruto, saying calmly.
"Uh, haha, the weather's really nice today!" Naruto tried to change the subject, then suddenly attacked Sasuke without warning.
Sasuke smiled coldly, shifted his body to avoid the attack, moved his right foot, and tripped Naruto, causing him to lose his balance. Then he delivered a chop to his neck.
"Ouch!" Naruto was defeated in one move, falling to the ground, directly knocked out. "You big idiot!"
Sasuke said blandly, ignoring him, and walked away.Chapter 4 An unexpected kiss
"That kid really hit hard!" Jiang Ming rubbed the back of his neck, which was still throbbing with pain.
"You're really useless!" This seemed like a self-deprecating monologue, but it was actually his contempt for the previous Naruto.
Jiang Ming didn't know why he had come to this two-dimensional world, nor why he had become Naruto, but adapting to circumstances was what he was best at.
Anyway, there was nothing in his original world that he missed. As for his current situation, it seemed like soul possession, but it should be a fusion! Or perhaps both existed.
After all, Naruto's body was now under his control, and he had already considered himself Naruto. Since that was the case, then Naruto it was. It was just a name, no big deal. The important thing was to quickly integrate into this world.
Fortunately, Naruto's memories could help him greatly. Furthermore, he also possessed the memories of the entire Naruto world, making him a bug-like existence in this world. As expected, transmigrators should be the protagonists!
Haha!
This body originally belonged to Naruto, and he was a stowaway. Coupled with the natural rejection from the body and the depletion from his soul leaving its sheath, that's why he had been in a coma before.
This time, it was also due to an accidental knockout by Sasuke, which caused him to inexplicably awaken and emerge earlier than expected.
That's probably what happened!
Now that he was out, he wanted to fully explore the scenery here, this novel world.
After all, this was the world he would live in for the rest of his life.
Oh, Sakura?
While wandering around, Jiang Ming caught sight of Sakura.
Looking at this girl from his perspective, the feeling was naturally different.
Crimson hair, youthful face, and the headband on her head added to her overall beauty. She was truly a beauty in the making.
The unfortunate thing was that she was still a primary school student… Hmm, in his opinion, the current Sakura-chan was only a primary school graduate. Genin, well, that was just middle school or high school level.
She really didn't pique his 'interest'!
But, haha, he had a good idea now.
Recalling the original plot of "Naruto," an idea immediately came to Jiang Ming's mind. This seemed to be something Naruto also wanted to do!
Transformation Jutsu!
Bang… Jiang Ming transformed into Sasuke. Don't ask him why he could transform; after he gained Naruto's memories, he could do it easily, without any awkwardness.
This was also a jutsu Naruto frequently used, making it quite handy.
"Hey, Sakura."
"Ah? Sasuke." Sakura said with a surprised look, "So you were here!"
"Let's take a walk!" 'Sasuke' said.
"Uh, okay, okay!" Sakura replied incoherently, overjoyed in her heart. "Is this a date? Has Sasuke finally been moved by my sincerity?"
True love always wins!
Sakura walked, then secretly glanced at 'Sasuke' a few times, her face flushed, and she chuckled, with a somewhat… lewd feeling. Well, though that word might be a bit much for a girl, she really was… The two sat together on a park bench. This place was very quiet, with few people, indeed very suitable for a secret rendezvous! Haha.
Sakura thought to herself, Ino, sorry, Sasuke is mine now.
"Sasuke, I…" Sakura seemed hesitant and stammering, her face very red, as if she had something to say but couldn't voice it.
She wanted to speak but stopped! She wanted to say more but held back! Utterly conflicted.
Jiang Ming leisurely observed the changes in Sakura's expression. How interesting, how youthful!
In terms of his real age, he was already 18, meaning he was an adult. However, this was the first time a girl had actively confessed to him.
Although she was only a twelve-year-old girl, and he was currently impersonating someone else, the feeling was just as real.
So, he really envied that guy Sasuke!
Jiang Ming took Sakura's hand and said gently, "Don't rush, take your time. Your broad forehead is truly beautiful, making one want to kiss it."
"Ah? Really?" Feeling the encouragement from 'Sasuke,' Sakura's heart pounded non-stop, and she felt lightheaded. When had she ever seen such a gentle Sasuke, and these sweet words? Could Sasuke also be interested in her?
In that case… "Sasuke, I like you. I want to earn your approval!" Sakura closed her eyes and shouted.
"Hmm?"
"I've always been interested in you, Sasuke. For this, I'm willing to do anything." Sakura said excitedly. Her face was flushed with spring, her eyes like silk, and the watery affection deep in her gaze made his heart tremble. Gradually approaching those slightly pouting red lips, Jiang Ming involuntarily kissed them. The soft touch had a mysterious attraction, compelling him to continue exploring.
This situation was getting a bit out of control, a spark leading to a fire. Who knew what would happen next?
A sharp pain shot through his mind, like a needle prick, making him uncomfortable but also clear-headed and sober. "Sakura, I have something to do. We'll see each other later."
Sakura seemed not to hear, or perhaps she was too engrossed in the previous kiss to extricate herself, her eyes hazy, lost in her own fantasy.
"Phew…"
Jiang Ming practically fled, running away. Now that he thought about it, it really made him blush with embarrassment. He was a grown man, and though he hadn't been with a woman, he shouldn't be so lacking in self-control! How could he be interested in an eleven or twelve-year-old girl?
Why did he feel like such a beast!???
And what was with that sudden sharp pain in his mind just now?
Other things could be put aside for now, but the situation happening to him had to be sorted out.
Sakura, anyway, she didn't know this Sasuke was fake. Besides, she wouldn't widely publicize such a thing, so for now, it was left for Sasuke to worry about!
This could be considered the interest he collected for Sasuke knocking him out!
He originally wanted to figure out what that sharp pain was about, but because the jounin sensei was to be introduced in the afternoon, Jiang Ming didn't have time to investigate the cause. He also ate ramen for lunch.
Hmm, the ramen really tasted great. Even with his standards, he liked it a lot, no wonder the previous Naruto loved eating ramen so much. But, was ramen the only delicacy in this world?
In the afternoon, Jiang Ming was very quiet, not saying a word, just occasionally glancing at Sakura, his eyes full of meaning. Sakura was also very strange; one moment her face was flushed with excitement, the next she was giggling foolishly, always touching her lips, and secretly peeking at Sasuke on the other side… full of anxiety and longing.
Only student Jiang Ming probably knew what was going on.
The door opened at this moment, and a beautiful woman entered. Red hair, red clothes, red eyes, giving everyone the first impression of "red." A vibrant red, a seductive red, and her name was also Kurenai.
Kurenai Yuhi!
She was the jounin sensei for Team 8. The members of Team 9 were: Kiba, Shino, and Hinata.
Jiang Ming was envious. This was a real woman, with a slender waist, long legs, and so sexy!
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Kurenai Yuhi was followed by another person, who had a cigarette dangling from his mouth and a smile on his face.
He looked burly and exuded a strong sense of presence.
Naruto might not have known who this person was in his memories, but Jiang Ming did.
This appearance clearly belonged to Asuma Sarutobi, the son of the Third Hokage, and a formidable individual.
Furthermore, he was the jonin sensei for Team 10.
Kurenai and Asuma were truly inseparable! Their relationship was excellent.
Should I try to disrupt it?
...Subsequently, jonin senseis arrived one after another to take their three-person teams.
Soon, only Naruto, Sakura, and Sasuke remained, still waiting.
The three of them were very quiet, and it was unclear what they were thinking as they silently waited.
However, their jonin sensei simply didn't show up.
Jiang Ming was utterly fed up.
Although he knew Kakashi was an unreliable guy, watching it in the anime back then felt different—it was quite amusing.
But when it happened to him, it was just depressing, annoying, and infuriating.
Waiting was a torment!
After all, the relationships among the three of them were indeed intricate and difficult to untangle!
Especially after that incident...
Naruto liked Sakura, Sakura liked Sasuke, so Naruto hated Sasuke.
Additionally, Sasuke regarded Naruto and Sakura as burdens, completely ignoring them.
Then, Jiang Ming, as Sasuke, kissed Sakura.
Oh my goodness!
This must have been due to the original Naruto.
How could a righteous man like him do such a thing?
He certainly wouldn't admit it had anything to do with him.
Sitting here and waiting was not an option!
It was so boring.
Jiang Ming chuckled mischievously, crafted a small mechanism, and carefully placed a basin of ink above the door.
Sasuke scoffed dismissively, "How could a jonin fall for such a simple trap?"
Sakura, this time, didn't discourage him.
With only Sasuke in her eyes, she seemed to have completely overlooked Jiang Ming.
Sigh, Jiang Ming sighed.
They had no common language.
No one appreciated or supported his actions.
He felt so sad!
But how could he be so pleased with himself over a mere prank!
Was it the influence of the previous owner?
Was even his personality changing?
This subtle transformation made him uneasy.
A "splash" sound brought him back to reality.
Their jonin sensei, Kakashi Hatake, appeared at the door, looking like a drowned rat.
His originally white hair was completely dyed black with ink, making him resemble charcoal, with only his teeth remaining pristine white.
Sakura, Jiang Ming, and even Sasuke couldn't help but laugh.
Jiang Ming, completely unaware of being the culprit, laughed the most heartily, while the victim, Mr. Kakashi, remained perfectly calm.
It was as if nothing had happened.
His eyes were as lazy and listless as ever, his weary expression completely unchanged, yet those eyes were constantly fixed on a certain person.
Jiang Ming felt a shiver of fear in his heart.
Would Kakashi try to punish him?!
He couldn't defend himself!
"You're quite capable, kid!" Kakashi instantly appeared behind Jiang Ming.
He said flatly, "Do you want me to tell Sakura about how you transformed into Sasuke this morning to trick that girl into giving you her first kiss?!"
...
Jiang Ming was dumbfounded.
If Sakura found out, she would hunt him down until he died.
That future, just thinking about it, was terrifying and sent shivers down his spine!
With his weakness in someone else's hands, he could only be at their mercy.
Jiang Ming immediately looked at Kakashi with a pitiful expression, attempting to move him with his innocent, pure, crystal-clear, and sparkling blue eyes.
Unfortunately, Kakashi completely ignored him.
"Gather at the training ground at five tomorrow morning.
Your first mission will begin."
Kakashi said ominously, "Remember, whatever you do, don't eat breakfast!"
Coupled with his current charcoal-like appearance, it was truly terrifying!
After giving a few more instructions, Kakashi vanished like a gust of wind.
His speed was so fast that none of the three of them could react.
Clearly, he was in a hurry to clean himself of the stains.
"Naruto, it's all your fault.
Tomorrow, Kakashi-sensei definitely won't let us pass easily," Sakura complained.
Jiang Ming snorted, "Then why didn't you stop me?"
Now she was blaming him.
Sakura didn't say anything more.
Sasuke's strength was undeniable, so he had nothing to worry about, but what about her?
Sigh~
What should she do tomorrow?
If she didn't pass the test, she wouldn't be able to be with Sasuke.
No!
For love, she absolutely, absolutely had to pass the test.
Jiang Ming wasn't worried about this, as he was familiar with the plot.
What he was worried about now was the secret Kakashi had whispered to him earlier.
With this weakness in hand, he had no choice but to be manipulated by the other party.
Oh, how could one word "worry" suffice?
The three of them left, each lost in their own thoughts...
The next day, because Kakashi had set the meeting time for five o'clock, Jiang Ming woke up and set off early.
However, he didn't take Kakashi's other advice to heart.
Not only did he eat a hearty breakfast himself, but he also prepared two bento boxes.
Hehehehe, these would be very useful!
It was just barely dawn, and the moon still faithfully hung in the sky, casting its light.
The air was dim, and walking along the road, the gentle cool breeze blew, clearing his head considerably, making him feel energized.
He walked unhurriedly, strolling leisurely, curiously observing everything around him: buildings, trees, advertisements, and film promotions.
Everything was new to him.
For Jiang Ming, even though he had many memories of this place in his mind, and even knowledge of unknown plotlines and future events, in reality, he now existed in a completely different world, where any variable could occur.
The butterfly effect would surely change many things.
Now, he was finally no longer an observer, but a true participant, and the most central one at that.
So, starting today, as his new self, let him begin a brand new life!
"From now on, I am no longer Jiang Ming, but Naruto, Uzumaki Naruto.
The son of the Fourth Hokage—Minato Namikaze and Kushina Uzumaki."
"With this identity, I will make everyone who looked down on me and despised me regret it, and make them forever look up to my back."
"And then... how about starting a harem?!"
This was a very serious, very important, and very worthwhile question to consider!
(The art style changed very quickly!)
"So... who should be in my harem members?"
"Can Sakura be one?"
"Should Ino be in it?"
"And what about Kurenai? What about Anko? Hinata? Is Haku-kun in this world really a girl?!"
"Tenten in a qipao also seems pretty good!"
"If I become Jiraiya's disciple, will there also be a childhood engagement?"
"Wow! Thinking about it this way, there really are so many!
I'm going to be busy!"
"Fight bosses, flirt with beauties, step on villains, and then reach the pinnacle of life!"
In an instant, Naruto felt that passion, motivation, goals, and direction in life had all appeared!
UU Reading welcomes all readChapter 6: Abandoned Naruto
Kakashi's habit of being late was as famous as his reputation, and Naruto, at this point, was naturally well aware of it, so he was mentally prepared.
But the other two didn't know! Especially Sakura, who was terribly hungry, her small face drawn in a mournful, pitiful expression.
Sasuke remained as cool as ever, but Naruto still caught glimpses of his irritation through some of his small actions.
At exactly nine o'clock, Mr. Kakashi finally arrived.
"Yo, good morning, everyone!" Kakashi said with a smile.
"..."
"..."
"..."
"Ahem." Kakashi cleared his throat twice. "Well then, I'll start explaining this mission..."
"...Do you understand?"
After explaining the mission, Kakashi set the time for twelve o'clock.
"Alright, begin."
The three scattered and hid. Naruto hid the furthest; he wasn't as foolish as his original self, who would foolishly rush in to challenge Kakashi one-on-one.
Naruto found a safe spot to sit down and then pulled out his backpack.
"Huh? Where's my bento?"
"Are you looking for this?" A voice suddenly sounded by his ear, making his vigilance spike. The next moment, a weapon was in his hand, thrusting straight out.
"Yo, good reaction. But, it's not enough!" Kakashi said, holding Naruto's bento in one hand and the weapon Naruto had just attacked with in the other.
"Now, I have lunch for myself," Kakashi said nonchalantly.
Naruto stood there, frozen, unable to move. What had just happened?
Also, why couldn't he move?
Feeling dazed, his eyelids heavy, Naruto bit his tongue hard. The pain brought him back to his senses, and the taste of blood spread in his mouth. Then he realized he was buried in the dirt, with only his head sticking out.
Is this a genjutsu?
When did I fall for it?
A sense of awe rose in Naruto's heart. Is this the power of Hatake Kakashi?
He needed to straighten out his attitude. Without strength, he shouldn't get carried away. At this moment, there was nothing for him to be proud of. This was a real world, and the future plot he relied on was full of variables. He needed to rein in his cleverness.
After adjusting his attitude, Naruto faced a very serious problem: how was he going to get out of this dirt?
"..."
"Ah~"
Just as Naruto finally managed to crawl out, a sharp scream pierced the sky. It was Sakura's voice. This time, was it Sakura?
Misery loves company, haha. Naruto gloated.
"Too bad it wasn't Sasuke, though," Naruto muttered to himself.
What should he do?
With his current strength, trying to snatch the bells from Kakashi was simply a pipe dream, utterly impossible.
Even if all three of them worked together, it would be impossible. Let alone acting independently as they were now.
Should he just stall until twelve o'clock? Although he knew he would eventually pass the assessment, how could he just do that? How much power did he truly have now? He had to give it his all! Even if he knew he couldn't win, this was the best way to understand his current strength.
At this moment, Kakashi had already used the Earth Release: Headhunter Jutsu to bury Sasuke in the ground and was casually continuing to read his novel, "Make Out Paradise."
Suddenly, a warning sign flashed, and two shuriken flew towards him. Kakashi calmly caught them, letting them spin in his hand, effortlessly and casually, displaying his master-level demeanor for all to see.
Immediately after, a flood of Narutos appeared, all attacking Kakashi, shouting and yelling, full of momentum.
The scene looked quite spectacular.
Even Sasuke was very surprised, not expecting this dead last to have such a move.
"Trying to win by numbers?" Kakashi said indifferently, his expression still calm as water, without a hint of panic.
All the Narutos surrounded Kakashi. What were they doing? Ganging up on him!
"Hit him, punch him, flatten him." Hiding in the shadows, Naruto cheered on his clones, very excited. "Give him a new hairstyle."
"You, do you have an opinion on my hairstyle?" Kakashi appeared behind him, speaking faintly.
"What?" Naruto's face showed surprise, but he smiled inwardly. Kakashi had a premonition and was about to jump away.
Boom~~~
The sound of the explosion was deafening, black smoke billowed, and a small crater was left on the ground.
Naruto, who was by Sakura's side, received information from his clone and a slight smile played on his lips. He wondered how Kakashi was doing now. Would it surprise him?
Those clones naturally couldn't harm Kakashi, but what about the one with the explosive tag?! Luring him over with a clone, then detonating it.
Although he knew it probably wouldn't hurt him, just getting him to fall for the trick was a success. Shadow Clones were indeed very convenient, and the uses of this jutsu weren't limited to just combat.
Sakura... perhaps due to Kakashi's genjutsu, still hadn't woken up. Looking at Sakura's pink lips, why did Naruto feel an urge to do something naughty?
You beast!
Seeing no one around, Naruto quickly pulled out his camera from his backpack and took a picture of the sleeping beauty. Heh, just for memory's sake! Beautiful things should be recorded!
Sneaking around like he was doing something bad, his heart was beating a little fast! Should he kiss her again?! Naruto's heart raced as he leaned closer to Sakura's pink lips.
"Are you going to kiss her??"
"Mm. Mm? You, you, you..." Naruto casually answered, then suddenly realized something was wrong. Kakashi had popped out from who knew where again.
Damn it!
That really scared him! And, it was so damn embarrassing!!!
"Ha, haha, the weather's really nice today!"
"Mm, it's pretty good." Kakashi nodded.
"Sensei, your hairstyle is so cool!"
"It's always been like this."
Naruto hung his head, dejected. "Alright! I give up."
Kakashi said, "What do you think would happen if Sakura found out?"
Threat! Another threat!
The photo was fine; after all, he hadn't had time to do anything else bad, and he could bluff his way out of it. But the kissing incident yesterday was a big deal.
Naruto lowered his head, looking dispirited. "Alright! I surrender! Do whatever you want!"
"Since you've said so, then I'll..." Kakashi said, pretending to ponder.
As a result... Naruto was tied to the log, while Sakura and Sasuke ate the bento he had prepared to share with Sakura.
Alas, how miserable, how utterly wretched! How could one describe the taste of it?
After Kakashi's rigorous tests, the final result was that Sakura, Sasuke, and Naruto, who was tied to the log, all passed the assessment.
Although, the process was somewhat tragic. Even Sakura and Sasuke were severely beaten, and even Sasuke's confidence was shaken because Kakashi was simply too strong. He was not an opponent they could handle. The disparity in their strength was truly despair-inducing.
However, they did pass the genin assessment after all. Sakura and Sasuke left happily, and then Naruto was forgotten... "..."
"Ah, don't leave me behind~~~"
Naruto's cries echoed throughout the empty training ground.Chapter 7: The Land of Waves, Mr. Dazna
Life was back on track, and Team 7, led by Kakashi and consisting of Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura, began carrying out missions.
Naruto also gradually began to integrate into this world.
Day after day, they performed the simplest D-rank missions, gaining experience and earning Rewards (remuneration), which meant salary, or wages.
This kind of life didn't seem bad.
It was peaceful, comfortable, free from disputes and competition, which made him feel very relaxed. This was a unique experience.
Cultivating while enjoying life—that's what life truly was! Having lived two lives, he finally understood the meaning of life. Therefore, this life had to be lived wonderfully.
As a result, Naruto felt particularly good lately. He was slowly changing, but another person seemed to be growing impatient.
Sasuke!
Although he always completed his missions perfectly, these meaningless tasks did not improve his strength at all. How could he possibly get stronger this way? How could he kill that man?
Sasuke's gaze grew sharper, a fierce glint in his eyes, while Sakura, oblivious, had a dreamy look, her cheeks flushed, completely infatuated.
Sigh~ He patted his own face. Why wasn't he as handsome as Sasuke? Especially those three marks on his cheeks, why couldn't they be removed?
When would Sakura ever look at him with such eyes? The lingering affection for Sakura left by the original Naruto directly affected him now, making it impossible for him to suppress it. He would be happy when she was happy, and jealous and resentful of her love for Sasuke.
The emotional changes were truly difficult to describe.
Kakashi also seemed to sense everyone's emotions and mindsets, so this time, he proactively applied to the Third Hokage for a C-rank mission.
The highest-level mission that genin could perform was a C-rank mission. This was only permitted when Kakashi was leading the team.
Because C-rank and above missions carried a certain degree of danger.
This time, it would also serve as a trial for them.
A sharp sword comes from grinding, and plum blossoms smell sweet after bitter cold. Naruto understood this principle, so even though he was reluctant, he had no choice but to accept the arrangement.
Vaguely, he had already guessed what this mission was, what they would encounter on the way, and what they would experience, but what would the outcome be?
The same or different?
Once the gears of fate begin to turn, they cannot be stopped!
..."Protect the bridge builder, Mr. Tazuna, until the bridge is completed. That is the content of this mission."
Before their departure, Kakashi reiterated the specific details of the mission, then stared at Naruto with a warning gaze, "Especially you, you absolutely cannot mess around or act rashly, understand?"
Naruto felt very innocent. He hadn't done anything, and he had been very well-behaved these past few days. Why was Kakashi only targeting him? It truly made him sad!
It's no wonder, after all, a boy who had loved pranks since childhood suddenly became obedient and well-behaved. Who would know if he wasn't brewing an even more terrifying prank?! Alas, the image of the original Naruto was truly deeply ingrained! It couldn't be changed in an instant!
What's more, Kakashi still held something over him, so Naruto, the little rascal, could only be angry but dared not speak!
This feeling of being stifled was truly uncomfortable!
But with his strength, he couldn't resist at all! Ever since that incident, Sakura seemed to have become even more attached to Sasuke. As for him, he seemed to have less and less presence in Sakura's heart!
Should that kiss have happened or not? Sakura seemed to like Sasuke even more!
...Naruto was a little lost... At the village gate,
Team 7, led by Kakashi, gathered, with the mission's target, Mr. Tazuna, at the center.
Neither the former Naruto nor the current Naruto had ever left the village, so Naruto was very excited.
Although Sasuke didn't say anything and maintained his cool expression, he was also very excited. Only Sakura seemed a bit downcast and melancholy. She probably got snubbed by Sasuke again!
Hehe!
Serves her right!
What would they encounter on this mission? The mission had begun, and he could only anticipate it in his heart.
Emerging from Konoha Village, there was a lush, endless forest, verdant as far as the eye could see.
This was a major characteristic of the Naruto world; no matter when, the backdrop of countless trees was always irreplaceable.
It appeared from beginning to end, constantly.
The journey was quite peaceful, and nothing happened, which made Naruto breathe a sigh of relief.
But when he saw the puddle ahead, his heart became unsettled.
What had to come always came; it truly couldn't be resisted! No matter how much Naruto wanted to avoid conflict and fighting, he couldn't resist the arrival of fate's horn.
Actually, the current Naruto really didn't have any grand ambitions. Becoming Hokage? Whoever wanted that thankless position could have it; it had nothing to do with him. His dream was to earn money to buy a villa, a mansion, filled with beautiful women, with him as the only man. Then he could dote on whoever he wanted—that was the enjoyment of an emperor, the life a transmigrator should have.
Performing such arduous missions with such high danger was truly not worth it.
However, everything was a trial!
Without strength, how could he achieve his goals?
Danger was approaching.
As Kakashi passed the puddle, two figures suddenly appeared. The chains in their hands wrapped around Kakashi, and the sharp, barbed iron hooks instantly shredded him into pieces.
Ah~~
Seeing this scene, Sakura shrieked in terror. Sasuke and Tazuna, who was nearby, were also filled with surprise. The sudden change of events caught them off guard.
The next moment, the two sudden assassin ninjas had already started rushing towards their next target.
Their next target was, surprisingly... Naruto.
Naruto's eyebrow twitched. What did this mean? Couldn't you guys pick a different target? Was this about picking on the weak first, or taking out the strong ones first?!
However, despite his displeasure, Naruto still had to act! Since they had provoked him, he couldn't just ignore them!
It was clear that these two ninjas intended to use the same trick, the same method, against him.
But how could he let them succeed?!
Naruto smiled coldly. Let him rewrite the ending where the original Naruto was mocked!
A new life, everything would eventually be different.Chapter 8 Zabuza Appears
He had a shuriken in his hand at some point, and he threw it with precision, a flash of light appearing like a fleeting stream, yet accurately aimed at the intersection of the iron chains where the two assassins were closing in.
It cut through the chains and continued its trajectory, embedding itself firmly in a tree.
"What incredible power!"
Sasuke exclaimed in admiration at this sight.
He had noticed Naruto's throwing motion just now—a mere flick of the wrist, yet the power unleashed was so immense, completely overturning everyone's perception of him.
It was unbelievable.
With one move, Naruto broke through the two ninjas' offensive.
Seizing their moment of panic and surprise, he lunged forward, cutting between them, and with a powerful spinning kick, sent them flying, spitting blood, directly towards Sasuke's position.
He couldn't hog all the glory, after all!
He had to let others have a chance to show off!
How could he admit it was because he was lazy?!
And while he was at it, he wanted to see how strong Sasuke, who should be his fated rival, truly was.
Sasuke didn't disappoint Naruto.
He gave a cold, arrogant smile, as if victory was already in his grasp, formed hand signs, and placed one hand near his mouth.
The next moment, a large fireball appeared before the two ninjas, burning them with continuous screams and wails until they were barely alive, unable to retaliate at all.
Kakashi, who was secretly observing from the side, was full of praise for Naruto and Sasuke's teamwork.
Naruto's performance, in particular, made his eyes light up.
Although it was just two simple moves, what they revealed was profound, requiring a deep foundation.
He had improved significantly, maturing a lot compared to the practice sessions, and he understood teamwork, not just showing off alone.
Kakashi highly approved of Naruto's earlier display.
"This kid has changed so much recently!" Kakashi thought to himself.
After dealing with the two ninjas, Kakashi revealed himself.
Aside from Sakura and Tazuna, who were very surprised, Naruto and Sasuke remained calm.
After learning the identities of the two ninjas from Kakashi, Kakashi turned his gaze to Tazuna, his eyes questioning.
Tazuna sighed helplessly and had no choice but to recount everything from the beginning…
After learning the full story from Tazuna, due to various reasons, Kakashi decided to continue the mission with Team Seven.
"Naruto, when did you get so strong?" Sakura asked Naruto, recalling the earlier events while they were traveling on a small boat.
"I've always been this strong!", Naruto said with a hint of resentment, "You just never noticed because you were always paying attention to someone else." His reproachful tone made Sakura blush, feeling rather embarrassed.
She glanced at Sasuke, who had an indifferent expression, seemingly lost in thought.
Ever since that kiss, Sakura had thought their relationship would be established, but now, after such a long time, it was still the same, with no difference.
She had hinted many times, but Sasuke remained unmoved, which made her feel frustrated, yet unable to express it, as it was such a shameful thing.
Kakashi observed Naruto and Sakura's situation, and couldn't help but sigh, "Ah, youth!"
With Kakashi's intelligence, he could naturally guess most of it, which made him recall his own youth, "Obito, Rin, and Sensei."
Lost in thought, Kakashi looked at the three of them again, his eyes filled with nostalgia and a hint of sadness…
After the waterway, they would reach Tazuna's home after walking for some more time.
The next part of the journey was another dense forest, truly abundant with lush foliage!
"A bunny!" Sakura exclaimed in delight.
A fluffy white, very cute rabbit hopped out from the grass.
Sakura joyfully went to catch it.
Women, even girls, have a very weak resistance to such cute creatures.
"Wait! Don't go yet." Naruto grabbed Sakura's hand and said.
"What are you doing? Let go of me right now!" Sakura said impatiently, her eyes fixed on Sasuke, hoping he wouldn't mind.
Unfortunately, Sasuke showed no expression.
She had been afraid Sasuke would misunderstand, but now seeing that Sasuke didn't care at all, she felt even more disappointed.
"Careful! Everyone, get down!" Kakashi's slightly urgent voice rang out, but Sakura, due to her earlier thoughts, was stunned and didn't react.
Danger was imminent!
Sakura was in mortal peril!
Naruto quickly tackled Sakura to the ground, pressing down on her delicate body.
At this moment, he could already feel the strong rustling wind behind him.
He didn't have time to consider if doing this would be dangerous; it was an involuntary reaction of his body.
In that moment, he just didn't want Sakura to get hurt.
The next moment, a huge, violently spinning broadsword whistled past, almost grazing Naruto's back.
If he had been a step slower, he probably would have been injured.
"You, take your hands off me," Sakura, beneath him, scolded Naruto.
Her face was flushed, like a rosy cloud, because Naruto's hands were pressed against Sakura's untouched virgin peaks.
"Ah! Huh?" Naruto finally noticed where his hands were placed.
His heart stirred, but as he stood up, he deliberately took the opportunity to feel the texture and elasticity there.
Sakura's clothes were tight-fitting, suitable for combat.
Although her chest, wrapped underneath, wasn't obvious, it was certainly there when touched.
Sakura was mortified and glared at him angrily, but Naruto pretended to know nothing, standing up casually with a serious expression, as if he wasn't the one who had just done something mischievous.
Kakashi's forehead was creased with several dark lines, and his mouth twitched.
At this moment, he really wanted to shout at Naruto, "Can't you tell what's going on, you bastard?!
You're flirting at a critical juncture like this!
Can't you be serious, can't you be proper, can't you pay attention to your image, hey!"
Sakura glared at Naruto, but managed to hold back her outburst, after all, there was a formidable enemy before them now!
"Ahaha, as expected of Kakashi, your subordinates are quite interesting!"
A shirtless man stood on the Executioner's Blade, speaking from above.
His eyes were terrifying, full of killing intent.
Kakashi's old face reddened, and he awkwardly scratched his head, "So, Zabuza Momochi, what can I do for you?"
"Don't mention it, I just want the old man's life.
What do you say? Can you hand him over to me?" Zabuza and Kakashi spoke like old friends reuniting, negotiating Tazuna's life.
"Hehe!" Kakashi chuckled, "That's a bit troublesome!
If the mission isn't completed, it will affect my reputation and the reputation of Konoha!"
"So…"
"I won't hand him over!" Kakashi lifted his forehead protector, revealing his left eye, which had always been covered.
Sharingan!Chapter 9 Bai!
Sharingan!
Kekkei Genkai!
The Sharingan can almost be said to be the strongest Kekkei Genkai in the Naruto world, originating from a family bloodline, spread through genetic factors, and is a unique innate ability exclusive to a clan.
It can see through Taijutsu, Genjutsu, and Ninjutsu, and can even copy and use them. This is only the most basic form of the Sharingan.
Above this, the Mangekyo Sharingan holds infinite mysteries. It is almost a nightmare that looms over all ninja.
Kakashi, who possesses such a Sharingan, is called "Copy Ninja" and "Konoha's First Jonin". These titles are almost entirely bestowed by the Sharingan.
Naruto watched the situation between Kakashi and Zabuza intently, not daring to miss a single detail.
Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura formed a "Manji formation", protecting Tazuna in the center. Their gazes, however, remained fixed on Kakashi and Zabuza, who were facing off.
Because!
Those two were the key figures who would decide the outcome of everything. The winner between them would directly influence the development of the battle.
Unbeknownst to them, the mist grew thicker and thicker, obscuring everyone's vision. Naruto knew that this was Zabuza's "Hidden Mist Jutsu".
As one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist from the Land of Water's Hidden Mist Village, Zabuza's strength was absolutely beyond doubt. His silent killing technique in the mist was unparalleled and had reached its peak.
Even Kakashi could not afford to be careless. Otherwise, he wouldn't have used his Sharingan right from the start! This indicated that his opponent was a master of the same caliber as him, and it was a sign of his caution.
Aura!
Killing intent!
It spread silently, the air solidified, bringing a suffocating sensation.
Naruto and Sasuke were experiencing this very feeling.
If one's individual strength didn't reach a certain level, they wouldn't be able to perceive this change.
Tazuna was just an ordinary person, so he naturally couldn't feel it, and Sakura, due to her insufficient strength, was also unaffected.
But Naruto and Sasuke were different. Their strength had just reached this standard, allowing them to detect the terrifying aura emanating from the two people confronting each other. Their trembling bodies and inner fear were all spontaneous and uncontrollable.
Naruto was a bit better; his psychological adjustment ability was decent. Uh, well, after some self-comfort, he slowly recovered. But Sasuke's reaction was somewhat thought-provoking.
His body trembled, and his eyes showed fear, as if it wasn't just due to the current killing intent. It was as if some unbearable past memories had been stirred up, making him unable to extricate himself or break free.
At this moment, Kakashi's voice came through. His words, though calm, contained unimaginable power that made them impossible to ignore.
Sasuke finally calmed down.
Naruto sighed inwardly. He had to admit that Kakashi was truly a very competent teacher. Although his hairstyle looked strange, he was always listless, and he always read inappropriate books... yet, he was always able to guide Naruto and the others at the right time, helping them grow in his own way.
Naruto smiled. Kakashi's actions were the epitome of a mature man. No matter what danger he was in, he always protected his comrades, constantly mindful of their safety, and always took the lead!
Whoosh!
Zabuza's figure instantly vanished, hiding within the thick mist.
Kakashi concentrated, maintaining vigilance over his surroundings and any movements, to prevent Zabuza's surprise attack. Here, no one but him could withstand Zabuza!
When masters clash, things change in an instant.
Sometimes, the victor can be decided in a single moment. Zabuza, hidden in the thick mist, could appear at any time and launch a fatal blow.
This waiting, this helplessness and powerlessness of having to entrust their lives to others, ignited a desire for greater strength in Naruto and Sasuke.
Zabuza's eerie and ethereal voice came from all directions,
"Throat, spine, lungs, liver, carotid artery, collarbone, kidneys, and heart. The eight vital points of the human body. Which one do you want me to attack?"
These words, spoken as if asking or perhaps to himself, sent shivers down one's spine. Sakura, being a girl, had her face filled with terror.
Bang!
The next moment, Zabuza appeared, silently penetrating Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura's defense, reaching Tazuna's side.
But Zabuza didn't get a chance to strike, because Kakashi followed right after. A shuriken pierced directly into Zabuza's body, but what flowed out was water.
Water Clone!
Behind Kakashi, Zabuza's figure reappeared. A Kubikiribocho swung, making a fierce whistling sound, about to cut Kakashi in half at the waist.
In the nick of time, Naruto threw a shuriken from his hand, hitting Zabuza squarely in the chest, but what flowed out was still water.
It was still a Water Clone!
So where was the real body?
In the mist, the continuous clanging of weapons could be heard, indicating that their real bodies were likely clashing.
Kakashi's clone felt a lingering fear, inwardly recalling that if Naruto hadn't intervened at that opportune moment, even if his clone had successfully lured the enemy, what he would have lured out would still have been a Water Clone. In that case, the consequences would have been unimaginable.
"Naruto, you did well," Kakashi's clone said to Naruto.
Naruto smiled faintly. This was his innate advantage. While he might not be able to influence the overall situation, subtle changes could still guide the course of a battle.
After all, if Kakashi had been trapped by the Water Prison Jutsu at that time, they would have been in big trouble. One wrong move, and it would have truly been over!
Now, it was much better. Kakashi and Zabuza continued to fight, and the three of them just had to watch quietly.
Sasuke's gaze, however, sometimes lingered on Naruto. He increasingly noticed Naruto's recent changes: a much calmer personality, and seemingly great progress in strength. Although he didn't show it much, some details revealed a strength comparable to his own.
Especially that move to rescue Kakashi just now. It happened so suddenly, yet Naruto was still able to react, while he himself couldn't at that moment.
This made Sasuke feel annoyed.
At this time, Sasuke hadn't realized that he had gradually begun to pay attention to Naruto and regard him as a formidable opponent.
The battle over there was also about to end. With Kakashi's Water Style: Great Waterfall Technique, Zabuza was sent flying, crashing heavily into a tree, his strength gone.
Kakashi took out a shuriken, intending to finish off Zabuza.
Suddenly!
An unexpected change occurred. Several senbon, carrying immense force, struck Kakashi. Kakashi quickly dodged, and when he regained his footing, Zabuza's previous position was already empty.
A masked boy?
He must be an accomplice, and his strength felt no less than Zabuza's.
Kakashi's heart filled with worry.
But Naruto's heart was clear.
Haku!
Kekkei Genkai! Ice Release Haku!
At this moment, Naruto felt a strong urge. He really wanted to rush over and ask, "Haku, are you a boy or a girl?"Chapter 10 Sakura
Kakashi lay motionless and dispirited in Tazuna's house, a truly helpless sight.
The burden of the Sharingan had overdrawn Kakashi's body, leaving him utterly exhausted.
It would take at least seven days for him to recover.
The pretty Sakura couldn't help but complain; she had originally thought Kakashi-sensei was very reliable!
However, they were at least temporarily safe.
To improve the strength of the three and prepare for the next battle, Kakashi took Naruto and the others to a forest for special training.
The training involved climbing trees, but specifically, climbing trees using only their feet.
The main purpose was to master a deeper level of chakra micro-control through tree climbing, controlling and maintaining a certain amount of chakra to more smoothly extract it during battle. This required extremely detailed manipulation.
After demonstrating once, Kakashi rested nearby, observing everyone's practice.
Climbing trees with one's feet seemed easy to say and simple to explain, but in actual practice, it was quite difficult.
Even the current Naruto, who in terms of talent and comprehension could leave the original Naruto far behind, encountered trouble.
This was because his understanding of chakra was almost zero, and the original Naruto was a complete academic failure and dead last. His use of chakra was entirely instinctual, lacking any technique or knowledge. Although he had crammed a lot in recent days, he still only understood bits and pieces.
This was foundational, not something he could make up for instantly.
In this situation, he either had to compensate with intelligence or through persistent, strenuous training. Diligence makes up for clumsiness, practice makes perfect, and he could master it by hammering his body into memory.
As for the current him, he naturally chose the former method, though he wouldn't miss out on the latter either. In short, he would understand its essence, then grasp and master it!
So, Naruto decided to ask the expert in this area: Sakura!
This was a great opportunity to get closer to her!
At this moment, Sakura had already successfully climbed the tree first. Despite her efforts to gain Sasuke's approval, she was met with a cold face.
Because at this moment, Sasuke was also troubled by how to precisely maintain and control chakra. He then saw Sakura sitting on the tree trunk, smiling like a flower and looking at him. This wouldn't have been a big deal, and he knew Sakura's feelings, but then he heard Kakashi's taunt, linking it to the Uchiha clan's reputation. It would be strange if his face didn't look displeased!
As for Naruto, when Kakashi mentioned things like Hokage, he was extremely calm. His current goal wasn't to become Hokage!
As for his dream, hehehe... "Sakura!"
"What do you want?" Sakura glared at him, annoyed. Whenever she thought of Naruto's obnoxious actions, lying on top of her, Sakura's teeth would itch with frustration. She wished she could give Naruto a good beating, but Sakura also knew that Naruto had risked danger to save her at that time. She couldn't repay kindness with enmity, could she?
Caught between a rock and a hard place, Sakura was even a little afraid to see Naruto. Thinking of that incident, her whole body felt tingly and awkward! How was she going to face Sasuke after that?!
Seeing Sakura's displeased expression, Naruto rubbed his nose and still posed his questions to her.
Although Sakura disliked Naruto very much, when he asked these questions, she still patiently explained, without the slightest annoyance. She even shared her experiences and tips on how to control chakra to climb trees, which greatly benefited Naruto.
Although most of what Sakura explained was very basic, it was incredibly significant for Naruto, because his foundation was truly too poor, and these were precisely what he lacked.
Now, absorbing so much knowledge like a sponge was very useful for Naruto.
"Hey, you smell so good!" As they finished, Naruto suddenly leaned close to Sakura, taking a deep sniff at her delicate neck, and then licked her perfectly rounded ear. Sakura, caught off guard, let out a soft moan and her body went limp, falling into Naruto's arms.
Naruto took the opportunity to pull Sakura into his embrace, deliberately asking, "Sakura, are you alright?"
"Let go of me!" Sakura snapped, her eyes glaring at Naruto.
"Alright!" Naruto shrugged, then suddenly released his hands. Sakura, not standing steadily, was about to fall, so he quickly supported her again. This time, Naruto put his arm around her waist, and his hand slipped, inadvertently touching her already developing small buttocks.
What a bonus!
Indeed, good deeds are rewarded! The helpful young man felt delighted in his heart.
Killing intent!
Are there enemies?
"Naruto!!!!" Sakura's voice suddenly came across low and deep. Beneath that voice seemed to be an extremely terrifying power, ready to erupt at any moment.
She was furious! Sakura was truly furious!
I need to get out of here!
But before Naruto could even move, Sakura had already grabbed his collar and yanked him back, then delivered a heavy punch squarely to his face. His body flew sideways, soaring over ten meters away.
Oh my god!
This is going to cause serious injury! Seeing Sakura about to charge over again, Naruto dared not linger and quickly dashed deeper into the forest, leaving Sakura alone, screaming and yelling in anger. She finally unleashed all the pent-up rage she had accumulated.
The fleeing Naruto sighed with emotion, thinking, this is the Sakura he remembered! Except for maintaining a gentle, watery demeanor in front of Sasuke, whom she liked, she was always violent and bad-tempered towards others, especially Naruto.
How helpless!
This was the difference between him and Sasuke! But recalling his teasing of Sakura earlier, he still felt good about it, and he didn't miss out on any benefits! Although he took a punch, Naruto was still very satisfied.
He had still gained a lot of useful information from Sakura. His understanding and application of chakra should be much better. Time to continue training!
...Since Sakura had already successfully completed her training, she didn't need to train anymore and could directly participate in protecting Tazuna. Sasuke and Naruto, however, had to continue working hard.
Sasuke seemed to be competing with Naruto, constantly comparing their training progress. Naruto, likewise, compared himself to Sasuke, determined not to lose to him.
Both of them worked exceptionally hard, and their training progress advanced by leaps and bounds. Naruto's strengthened foundational knowledge made his tree-climbing training increasingly effortless, and his control and understanding of chakra became more profound.
This made Sasuke feel an ever-increasing pressure and urgency.
Every day, Naruto found things very interesting. Whenever he encountered an obstacle in his tree-climbing training, he would go to Sakura for advice. Although he often faced cold stares and sometimes even a beating, he would still persistently learn the knowledge he wanted to know.
Why didn't he ask Kakashi?
That's a good question. Although Kakashi definitely knew, and would certainly be more comprehensive than Sakura, and explain things more clearly, Naruto always felt inferior in front of Kakashi, and were there any benefits?
None!
With Sakura, he could always take advantage of her, more or less, every day while asking questions. Although he would get new injuries every day, he recovered quickly! He got used to being beaten, didn't he?
He even considered it a special kind of training!
No pain, no gain!