Naruto: I Can Take People Through the Ninja World in the Future

After finishing their spying, Lux teleported Hashirama and Madara back to Konoha, hundreds of kilometers away.

"Hashirama, do you still think ninjas can't rule a country?"

Upon returning, Lux got straight to the point, asking bluntly.

"It's really impressive; the Daimyo's Residence has changed a lot. Maybe I was wrong…"

Hashirama answered honestly, not a stubborn man who couldn't admit defeat.

Tobirama's excellent work and the rapid progress at the Daimyo's Residence were undeniable facts.

No matter the comparison, it proved that without the Daimyo or nobles, the Fire Country would only improve, and its people would live happier.

Moreover, past scenes of deception by the Daimyo and nobles remained etched in Hashirama's mind.

These indirectly shifted Hashirama's beliefs.

Looking back, letting ninjas govern a country might not be bad…

"Hashirama, I told you. For most weak people, they don't want understanding or respect but a stronger, bolder leader!"

"Letting a capable, strategic, and determined leader rule is clearly better than letting useless, fat nobles hold power!"

Humans always admire strength. Men, women, and ninjas were no exception.

A strong ninja leader was always better than a greedy Daimyo.

At least the former wasn't keen on exploiting commoners' labor, while the latter likely targeted their wealth and bodies repeatedly.

You wouldn't expect Tobirama to obsess over money, right?

For him, all the castle's gold and silver weren't worth an unknown forbidden jutsu scroll!

"True. Those nobles' minds are hard to grasp. They already have endless wealth, yet they still squeeze commoners…"

Hashirama shook his head, sighing, unable to fathom the greedy nobles' thoughts.

In his eyes, enough money was fine; besides gambling, Hashirama had no interest in wealth.

"But it's rare, Madara, you actually praised Tobirama!"

Hashirama cheered up, the one most hoping for peace between Madara and Tobirama.

Though it seemed quite difficult.

"That bastard's annoying, but his talent and ability are decent. He's your brother, after all, not far from Izuna…"

Madara didn't hide his distaste for Tobirama but didn't deliberately belittle his skills.

Without Tobirama's efforts, Konoha's founding would've been delayed by years.

You couldn't expect Hashirama's brain to plan village construction, right?

"Right! Without Tobirama, my head would explode. But after Tobirama and the others control the Fire Country, do they really need to conquer other nations?"

"If they don't provoke us, actively attacking doesn't feel right, does it?"

Hashirama's soft heart didn't want unnecessary casualties.

"Not just that—they will. Other nations won't sit idly by, watching ninjas, once mere war tools, replace nobles and rule a country."

"For their own status, they'll strike first."

Lux gave his answer.

Simple: Though ninjas were strong, to nobles, they were like pet dogs.

Toss a few bones, and they'd kill each other.

Nobles underestimated ninjas.

Now, imagine finding your neighbor's mutt not only at the dining table but kicking the original owner off to chew bones.

Could that be tolerated?

If not stopped, their own pets, seeing this, might turn on them and claim the table.

Moreover, they'd long coveted Konoha and the Fire Country.

Even Mū and Ōnoki from Iwagakure didn't know Hashirama and Madara's true strength until verifying it, nearly falling into despair.

Other nations' nobles knew nothing of Konoha ninjas' terrifying power!

So, once they learned the Fire Country was ninja-controlled, they'd arrogantly strike first.

Then, Konoha would have a legitimate reason.

"What if they really don't act?" Hashirama hesitated.

"No 'ifs'—they will act!"

Madara crossed his arms, utterly certain.

Don't forget the Uchiha clan!

Under Sharingan genjutsu's sway, you no longer decide whether to act…

"Haaa… fine, fine. Let's wait until Tobirama and the others fully control the Fire Country…"

Hashirama argued briefly, then gave up.

They'd discuss later.

He'd lost hope in Daimyos and nobles; if they struck first, he couldn't be blamed for crushing them.

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Lux was very pleased with Hashirama's gradual shift.

After long efforts, he'd finally convinced this stubborn Hashirama.

But it was good.

Most threats in Parallel World 1 were eliminated, so unification here being slower and steadier was fine.

Greater stability now aided lasting future peace.

No choice—you couldn't expect Hashirama to be like Snake Aunt in Parallel World 3, limitlessly deceiving all opposing forces, then wiping them out with one Bijuudama…

Too evil and cruel.

Hashirama couldn't do it!

After chatting, Lux raised a key matter.

"Alright, one more thing. You two need to confirm. In about half a month, Minato there plans to raid Isshiki."

"He hopes you both can observe; if something unexpected happens, he also hopes for your support."

Madara and Hashirama were shocked.

"What?"

"Minato fighting Isshiki one-on-one—can he win?"

"No way! That kid's not even our match—how could he beat Isshiki?"

Madara frowned, denying it.

Being thrashed by Isshiki, his Susano'o shattered in one blow, was among Madara's most humiliating memories.

He didn't want to recall it.

Even he and Hashirama together couldn't beat Isshiki—what gave Minato confidence?

"Not one-on-one, but rallying all their forces for a raid."

"A raid?"

"With Isshiki's speed and strength, what's the point of a raid?"

"That guy could kill several Tobiramas in a second. No matter how many weaklings gather, it's just suicide."

Madara was unsparing. It was true—without an effective strategy, no number of attackers could beat Isshiki.

They'd be easily crushed individually or taken hostage to threaten others.

A raid wasn't the best option.

"No need to worry; they have their strategy. Besides, Minato there has implanted one Rinnegan and one Black Eye."

"Now, he might be stronger than both of you…"

Lux smiled faintly, signaling them not to fret.

He wouldn't let his Parallel World 4 investment go to waste.

Unlike Parallel World 2, there were no better investment targets besides Minato.

"What? You say that kid's stronger than me? Impossible, absolutely impossible!"

"Just a figure of speech. With dual Rinnegan, you wouldn't lose; but Hashirama's a bit inferior."

Dual-Rinnegan Madara was far stronger than single-Rinnegan users.

Four Limbo shadows alone equaled a fourfold power boost, truly quasi-Six Paths level, not far behind.

Hashirama, stuck at Super Kage peak, had no way to boost his power.

Though this was the ninja world's strongest combat force, enough to solo the ninja world or moon Ōtsutsuki, it struggled against true Ōtsutsuki.

"Hahaha! Hashirama, hear that? I'm better than you!"

"Great, great, great—you're the best. But we might still not match Isshiki. If we go watch and something happens, helping might be tough, right?"

"Sir, is there another way for me to get stronger? I want to help that Minato!"

Hashirama asked sincerely, genuinely wanting to aid Minato, the village's future hope!

"Easy. Ever heard of the Eight Inner Gates? Take this and train; it's perfect for your Sage Body."

Lux flicked his hand, tossing a secret Eight Inner Gates scroll to Hashirama.

Hashirama caught it, elated.

He'd heard of this taijutsu. Minato said it was a forbidden jutsu that unleashed bodily potential, granting immense power briefly.

Future Might Duy used it to defeat many strong foes!

"Can I train this taijutsu?"

"Of course. The stronger one's body and vitality, the greater the power unleashed after mastering it. No taijutsu suits you better."

"Great, great, great!"

Hashirama was thrilled, tightly gripping the secret scroll.

Now he could quickly grow stronger, not only aiding Minato but also not lagging too far behind Madara.

That's how it should be—chasing each other to grow stronger was the fun part!

Hashirama felt like he was back in the happy days of training and competing with Madara…

"A forbidden jutsu unleashing physical power? Quite interesting… It does suit Hashirama."

"Hashirama, learn it fast, then fight me again! Don't keep me waiting too long!"

Madara raised an eyebrow and snorted, but the anticipation in his eyes was undeniable.

Hashirama laughed heartily, overjoyed.

"Alright, I'll satisfy you later! If you're not, we'll keep fighting!"

Lux watched the enthusiasm and chemistry between these two "buddies," smiling and shaking his head.

"Fine, you two work hard. When the time comes, I'll fetch you."

After speaking, Lux teleported away.

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In the coming month, besides Parallel World 3's Snake Aunt, already unified, other worlds were somewhat busy.

In Parallel World 1, Tobirama and Naori prepared to accelerate Fire Country domination.

In Parallel World 2, Madara researched the Rinnegan, while Tobirama studied the Tenseigan.

In Parallel World 4, Minato made final preparations to raid Isshiki.

In Parallel World 5, Six Paths Nagato frantically conquered the world, aiming for total unification in a month.

Lux himself could rest and relax a bit.

Or not—he seemed to always be relaxing.