Traveling through Naruto, I am Uchiha Obito?

"Heh, killing one's master is a tradition in Naruto. You should be secretly happy to have such a 'filial' disciple like me. You'll know better when you're made into toad sashimi one day." Rubik's Cube silently complained in his heart.

"Alright! Stop fooling around," Rubik's Cube interrupted Jiraiya's performance. "Give me some advice, what should I do with that girl?"

Although Rubik's Cube is lustful, it is also rational and will never let the "naturally evil Tobirama" control it.

Maintaining composure when one's core interests are at stake is a quality a ninja should possess.

If she were just an ordinary beauty, Rubik's Cube wouldn't be afraid. Trouble? One punch would solve it. If she truly posed a threat? He could kill her without a second thought; he wouldn't feel any guilt.

But Momono Senju is different. She was specifically sent by the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi. Hiruzen's existence is beneficial to the Cube, and he needs this Hokage to restrain Danzo, who might have ulterior motives. Moreover, she hasn't gone too far so far; on the contrary, she's been "offering benefits," so there's no need to turn against her.

More importantly—her surname is Senju! She possesses the bloodline of the Senju clan, and might even be a member. Perhaps we can extract the Wood Release technique developed by the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, from her! This is a treasure that Rubik's Cube has been eyeing for a long time.

The cheap old man, Obito Uchiha, gave him more than just the Uchiha bloodline; he also received Hashirama's cells, which fused perfectly with his own. In a sense, he also inherited some of Hashirama's bloodline, so who knows, he might actually be able to learn Wood Release?

For all of the above reasons, the Rubik's Cube is struggling with how to deal with this clingy Momono Senju. Chase her away? That would be too much of a loss. Don't chase her away? They're afraid they won't be able to control her.

Left with no other choice, he thought of his cheap master, Jiraiya. So he made an excuse to get rid of Momonogi, told Jiraiya about the situation, and asked Jiraiya for advice.

After all, Jiraiya was different from himself when he first arrived. He was a disciple of the Third Hokage, a hero of Konoha who had experienced two or three Shinobi World Wars. Although he was usually unreliable, he was still a high-ranking member of Konoha. Regardless of whether this old lecher's idea would work or not, as long as someone asked, just say it was Jiraiya's idea, and the Third Hokage and the others would have no say.

Jiraiya rubbed his bright red bottom and said casually, "You're not happy that such a pretty girl is chasing after you? If Tsunade had treated me like this back then, my grandson would be older than you."

"You're under an illusion? When did you fall under it?"

"You little bastard..."

"However, as for a solution, I do have one."

"Oh? Please explain, Master." The Rubik's Cube immediately perked up.

"That's a quick change of heart..." Jiraiya muttered to himself, then cleared his throat. "Hmph, ever heard of 'playing hard to get'?"

Stop keeping me in suspense and get to the point!

"Tsk," Jiraiya clicked his tongue, "I just told that girl to start by being friends. Then, I'll give her some positive feedback now and then to keep her hanging on. That way, she can report back to that old man Danzo. When the time is right, we'll leave Konoha and continue our mission. As for that girl, the old man won't abandon her."

After listening, Rubik's Cube looked Jiraiya up and down with an extremely strange gaze, making the latter feel uneasy.

"You brat, why are you staring at your teacher like that?"

"Nothing," Rubik's Cube said slowly, "I was just wondering how you know so many 'tricks'?"

"Hmph, that's all just personal experience! You're still too green, kid."

"Ah! I remember now!" The Rubik's Cube suddenly slapped its thigh, as if in a flash of realization.

"No wonder that sounds so familiar! Isn't that the trick that girl you met at the nightclub used back then? Didn't you almost end up there?"

"Shut up! Don't bring that up again!" Jiraiya's face flushed red with embarrassment and anger. "I was just trying to help you with your advice, and you treat your teacher like this? It's utterly disheartening!"

"Private Marseille (Sun Xiaochuan's tone)." Rubik's Cube offered a completely insincere apology.

"Don't talk like a dead man!" Jiraiya roared.

To be honest, the Rubik's Cube thought Jiraiya's suggestion was indeed excellent. Befriend Momono for now, and wait for an opportunity to extract the Wood Release technique. As for "giving some positive feedback"... isn't that just a pure reward for himself? Once the time is right, he can make a run for it—perfect! ...Wait, something seems off?

“Wait a minute,” Rubik’s Cube frowned, “You’re saying that Senju Momonogi is Danzo’s man?”

"Yeah, is that so strange?" Jiraiya's face darkened, his tone clearly disdainful.

“How could the old man (the third generation) possibly let the village children, especially those with the bloodline of the Thousand Hands, carry out such a task? This despicable tactic is clearly Danzo’s usual trick.”

He said this with great disgust.

"But she has the Third Hokage's mission list... Do you think the Third Hokage might... have tacitly approved it?"

Recalling the various "Third Hokage conspiracy theories" from his past life, Rubik's Cube didn't believe he could completely trust this Hokage based on just one meeting.

"Impossible!" Jiraiya said firmly. "The old man is definitely not that kind of person! No matter what, he would never allow the children in the village to be harmed. He is the Hokage!" His tone was filled with unwavering certainty.

“You’ve only met him once, you don’t know him. The old man… isn’t that simple,” Jiraiya said in a low voice.

"He outwardly supports Danzo because Danzo's behavior is still within control and he hasn't really crossed the line yet. The old man supports him in order to keep that old guy in check and prevent him from doing anything more outrageous."

"I reckon it won't be long before the old man comes to you personally to ask about your impression of that little girl. He knows you're not simple, and he's not naive enough to think he can get you onto Konoha's side just because of a little girl. His target was never you from the start!"

"It's that child, Momono!" Jiraiya's eyes gleamed. "She's not only a child of Konoha, but also a descendant of the Senju clan. This old man will never stand by and watch her be completely controlled by Danzo!"

Rubik's Cube was stunned. Only now did he truly realize that the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, was not only a powerful ninja, but also a seasoned politician deeply versed in political maneuvering. The subconscious arrogance of a transmigrator instantly subsided by most of his mind.

"What a 'suppressive hero'!" A warning bell rang in Rubik's Cube's mind. "There are so many heroes in the world! If I continue to be arrogant with the mindset of a transmigrator, I might not even know how I died... I must guard against arrogance and impetuosity!"

"So," Rubik's Cube sorted out its thoughts, "the Hokage's real intention is to 'steal talent' from Danzo?"

“That’s right!” Jiraiya nodded. “From now on, you can relax and spend time with that girl. As for Danzo… this old man will naturally handle it for you…”

Chapter 18 The Shame of the Uchiha Clan!

After discussing the plan with Jiraiya, Jiraiya asked the Cube some questions about Naruto and asked him to take good care of Naruto while he was at Naruto's house. The Cube readily agreed, knowing that Jiraiya was already planning to contact Naruto.

Although Jiraiya never said it outright, the Rubik's Cube knew very well that his master always harbored deep guilt towards Naruto.

The sacrifice of the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze, not only dealt a heavy blow to Konoha but also severely damaged the master who had poured so much hope into his disciple. As Jiraiya's disciple who had been with him day and night, Mofang had seen it all clearly.

"Well then, I'll be going now. I'll leave Naruto in your care for the time being, Rubik's Cube."

Jiraiya patted his disciple on the shoulder, his smile full of trust. He had always been very confident in this reliable student.

"Ah, don't worry."

Rubik's Cube nodded in agreement, then changed the subject.

"Speaking of which, I still don't know where you're staying. A hotel?"

"What nonsense are you talking about? I'm a Konoha ninja, of course I have my own house."

Jiraiya looked completely at ease.

"Hey, what's with that look?!"

Jiraiya keenly caught the fleeting, subtle expression on Rubik's Cube's face.

"No, it's your illusion."

The Rubik's Cube looked away.

“You’re probably thinking, ‘How can someone like you afford a house? Doesn’t he spend all his money in nightclubs?’ Is that what you mean?” Jiraiya glared at him.

"You said that yourself, I didn't." Rubik's Cube shrugged.

"That's exactly what you meant..."

As the sun set, the afterglow cast long shadows of the master and apprentice. They bickered for a while before parting ways in the deepening twilight.

Naruto's family

Knowing how bad Naruto's eating habits were, Rubik's Cube specially purchased a large amount of vegetables, intending to treat the two of them well. Over the years, following Jiraiya through wind and rain, although they hadn't gone hungry and their nutrition was balanced, it couldn't be said that they ate anything particularly good.

When Naruto returned home, the dining table was already filled with steaming, fragrant dishes.

"Naruto, welcome home. Dinner's ready, go wash your hands." Rubik's Cube smiled and reminded Naruto, who was standing dumbfounded at the door.

"Huh? Hmm! Okay!" Naruto seemed to snap out of a daze, his face filled with unbelievable surprise. He responded and rushed to the bathroom. "I'm going right now!"

……

At the table, Naruto wolfed down his food, devouring it in a flash. Rubik's Cube, having already eaten at the food street at noon, ate slowly and deliberately.

"Oh, right, Rubik's Cube!" Naruto said, his mouth bulging, "Sasuke asked me to pass on a message to you."

"Hmm? Sasuke?" Rubik's Cube raised an eyebrow. "I remember he mentioned challenging me again yesterday, and it's only been a day, right?"

"Hmm~ I'm not too sure either," Naruto swallowed his food. "That guy said he had something to ask you, but he didn't say what it was. Humph, if he dares to cause trouble, big brother, you should teach him another lesson! Let's see if he can still act cool all day!" Naruto waved his fist, looking indignant.

Rubik's Cube smiled and didn't respond to Naruto's angry remark.

……

After chatting for a while after dinner, Naruto, exhausted from a long day, fell asleep early. Rubik's Cube watched TV alone, but his thoughts had already wandered far away.

Sasuke came to find me... If I'm not mistaken, he probably wants to ask why I don't have the Uchiha surname even though I have the Sharingan.

That kid values ​​the Uchiha's honor more than his own life. He finally found a surviving member of his clan, only to discover their ideologies clashed with his own; he's bound to be upset...

Rubik's Cube mentally rehearsed the scene of meeting Sasuke tomorrow, and a hint of anticipation unconsciously crept onto his lips.

……

Konoha Training Ground

To prepare for the Chunin Exams, Naruto's team had no missions for the past few days, enjoying a rare period of leisure. Naruto excitedly ran out the door early in the morning, shouting things like, "This is a rare opportunity! While that arrogant Sasuke is away, I must successfully go on a date with Sakura..."

Mofang wasn't in a hurry. He leisurely finished his breakfast and strolled around the streets of Konoha for a while. He caught Momono secretly following him and gave her a slight warning about her stalking him. The two of them went to a dango shop together and bought some dango. Seeing that Momono still wanted to bother him, he used the Body Flicker Technique to instantly leave the street. Then, while eating dango, he strolled to the training ground.

Sasuke looked at the Rubik's Cube that had arrived late, his brows furrowed with obvious displeasure.

"Too slow! It's almost noon." He had been waiting here since dawn.

"Hahaha, sorry, sorry,"

The Rubik's Cube smiled insincerely and handed over a string of dumplings.

"I met a lost old lady on the way, and helping her with directions took a little longer. Here, this is a thank-you gift, would you like to try it?"

"Are you kidding me? Are you trying to fool me like Naruto?"

Sasuke scoffed, "You've only been in Konoha for two days, and you're already giving directions? It's more like someone else is giving you directions!"

"Oops, I've been found out." The Rubik's Cube chuckled and withdrew its hand, not embarrassed at all.

Sasuke glanced at the string of dumplings with a complicated expression, then shook his head in refusal.

"No need, I'm not interested in sweets."

"Oh? I actually quite like it."

Rubik's Cube carefully put the dumplings away, intending to eat them later. He straightened his expression.

"Alright, let's get down to business. What do you want to ask me?"

Sasuke's expression froze for a moment, his eyes filled with struggle and urgency, before he finally spoke:

"You can awaken the Sharingan, which proves you are of the Uchiha clan bloodline. But your surname is the same as Naruto's, 'Uzumaki'. Why?"

"Why can't my father's surname be Whirlpool, and I take his surname?" Rubik's Cube countered with a question instead of an answer.

Sasuke's tone carried an undeniable firmness:

“In the Uchiha clan, when a woman marries out, she leaves the clan territory, and the clan usually doesn't interfere with the surname of her children. But if the child awakens the Sharingan, it's a completely different story.” His voice suddenly rose, and he said proudly.

"Once these eyes are opened, regardless of blood ties, everyone will be considered a true Uchiha clan member! This is a consensus within the Uchiha clan and the entire ninja world."

A deep sense of reminiscence flickered in Sasuke's eyes. These were stories told to him by the elders of his clan when he was young. He too had once had someone like that—that man's lover, Uchiha Izumi, whom he had quite disliked in his childhood.

Her father was just an ordinary villager who died in the Nine-Tails' attack. Later, she returned to her clan's territory with her mother, and it was only because she awakened the Sharingan that she was officially recognized as a member of the Uchiha clan... But that night, even she...

Thinking of his deceased parents and relatives, a cold killing intent instantly ignited in Sasuke's eyes.

"Sasuke?"

The Rubik's Cube keenly sensed the change in his aura and called out softly.

"..."

Sasuke took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing his turbulent emotions.

"Sorry, some memories came to mind."

Did I remind you of unpleasant memories? I'm sorry.

The Rubik's Cube nodded, its expression becoming serious.

"Then, let me answer your question. In your understanding, or rather in the traditional view, the person who awakens the Sharingan is equivalent to inheriting the name of the Uchiha. No matter what their original name was, in the eyes of the world, they are now a member of the Uchiha and must bear the glory of the Uchiha. Is that what you mean?"

Sasuke nodded vigorously. This was precisely the core message he wanted to convey—he hoped the Rubik's Cube could bear the name of the Uchiha!

Despite feeling incredibly humiliated, Sasuke had to admit that with his current strength, he still had a long way to go before he could kill that man.

If he were to fall on the way, or be killed by that man... the Uchiha lineage would truly be severed! This was an ending he absolutely could not tolerate.

The existence of the Rubik's Cube is like a ray of dawn. As long as the Rubik's Cube exists, even if he fails and dies, the bloodline and glory of the Uchiha can continue through the "Uchiha Rubik's Cube." As long as the bloodline can continue, the Uchiha clan still has hope for revival.

Seeing the expectant look in Sasuke's eyes, he felt a chill run down his spine and pondered how to handle the situation.