Immortality begins with the ninjas of Konoha

The nobles, terrified of being killed, stopped mentioning matters of interest, and the two sides cooperated again, forming a somewhat strange co-governance.

The ninja clans naturally agreed with the choice of the Fifth Hokage. Both the Sarutobi and Hyuga clans supported this form of co-governance, while most ninja clans wholeheartedly opposed dictatorship.

This situation slowed down the reform process, and some ordinary ninjas who were still working expressed their dissatisfaction. However, even without the power of chakra, the ninja clan was still able to maintain its strength.

The resistance was futile, and in the end, all that could be done was complain. Many people began to hope that the next Hokage would do something, and that the ninja clan should not influence the village's decisions.

Kakashi, who had witnessed the village's situation firsthand, sighed every day, and Rin Nohara, his wife, naturally noticed her husband's mood.

On Furukawa Osamu's birthday, Nohara Rin suggested they celebrate his 31st birthday together, hoping her husband could soon shake off his listless state...

Under the cover of night, the large construction site in Konoha finally regained some of its former liveliness. The influx of more businesses has restored about 30% of the usual bustle to the commercial street, and children have recently started going out for activities again.

In a temporary detached wooden house on the east side of the village, Nohara Rin, wearing an apron, hummed a little tune, while Shizune and Azuki chattered incessantly beside her. The three ladies were in high spirits and were preparing dinner together in the kitchen.

In the living room, Kakashi, who had just delivered Obito Hatake to the Land of Water, still looked listless, as if he was about to collapse under the weight of the pressure.

"What? Still thinking about the Hokage position?"

"You can think of this position as the 'principal'. It's unlikely that there will be a large-scale war in the future, so you only need to consider financial issues after taking over."

“Ninjas who have left the ninja ranks have their own ways of making a living. The benefits of the past 20 years are enough for everyone to maintain a decent life.”

“It won’t be difficult for the new generation to grow up. Didn’t Tsunade implement nine-year education? Those children will adapt to the new era.”

With a smile, Furukawa Osamu explained the current situation. He didn't really have a good solution for development, and his answer was to trust the wisdom of future generations.

Kakashi nodded in agreement, glancing at his friend in black trousers, a grey shirt, and a black vest, and muttered with a helpless expression:

"This is not the path of a ninja. Just as everyone has abandoned the ninja costume, I am a little worried that one day in the future, ninjas will suddenly make a comeback."

"The ninja clan has always existed, and the wealth they have accumulated still allows them to dominate the village in the new era."

"Now that everyone can abandon their ninja identity and regain the power of chakra, they can also abandon their current lives."

"I always felt this was an unsolvable cycle; the power of chakra would eventually return, and the war against ordinary people would most likely break out again..."

Furukawa Osamu unbuttoned his collar, sat down opposite Kakashi, and calmly asked:

"Minato must have talked to you about these issues, right? I think he must have given you some useful advice."

Kakashi nodded again, his expression more conflicted, and finally whispered:

"My teacher advised me to dismantle the ninja clan during my term, and to use force if necessary."

"The influence of the ninja clan is now at its lowest point, which is indeed a golden opportunity, but should we really turn against our comrades?"

"Perhaps I'm not suited for the position of Hokage..."

In the end, Kakashi revealed his deadpan expression again. He understood the benefits of "dictatorship," but he couldn't accept this method.

More importantly, Kakashi felt that he was simply not capable of doing that. He had very little chakra at the moment, and with his current body, he was unable to use his past ninjutsu.

Kakashi had secretly sparred with Might Guy during this time, and naturally suffered a complete defeat. His lack of strength was also the reason why he was struggling with the position of Hokage.

As for Kakashi's thoughts, Furukawa Osamu guessed some of them. What Konoha became wasn't that important to him, as long as the legacy continued and Tsunade wasn't saddened.

"A good plan. If the Hokage wants to gain more power, he will naturally have to pay a price."

"Are you worried that internal conflicts will arise after the crackdown? This is bound to happen, but there's no need to worry about it."

"I can't offer any great advice because I don't believe in 'people understanding each other.' As for how to deal with the opposition to the ninja clan, I think it's more appropriate to persuade them by force!"

"Even if some so-called geniuses emerge from the new generation, they will find it difficult to compete with an experienced old guy like you in the current environment."

"You simply lack absolute power; that's not difficult!"

As Furukawa Osamu finished speaking, a slight smile appeared on his lips. He then extended his right hand, and a purplish-black chakra energy ball quickly appeared in his palm.

Sensing the terrifying energy fluctuations of chakra, Kakashi involuntarily widened his eyes and murmured unconsciously:

"The difference is bigger than I imagined... Is this still chakra?...?"

"The Sage of Six Paths shared chakra with the world, using the power of chakra to help people understand each other. This was the earliest form of ninjutsu."

"I can also share my chakra, but I will only share it with people I care about. I hope you can use this power to protect yourselves and the people or things you care about."

Furukawa Osamu frankly stated the differences between himself and Otsutsuki Hagoromo, and seeing Kakashi's hesitant expression, he continued:

“Great power can bring absolute dominance! In my opinion, this is the meaning of chakra’s existence.”

"Absolute rule can end all conflict, Kakashi. With this chakra, the things that bother you will no longer be a problem."

"You can handle some difficulties; it's not a problem for you to single-handedly defeat a hundred guys who oppose you."

"You may think this is terrorism, but for the world, it is more effective to kill all those short-sighted people than to expect mutual understanding."

"Use this power wisely. This is your birthday gift, and also a present to you as you inherit the title of Sixth Hokage. Don't disappoint Tsunade-sensei..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Furukawa Osamu casually swung out the chakra ball, and the purplish-black energy ball instantly disappeared into Kakashi's body.

Kakashi felt a powerful life force spreading through his body, as if his soul was being nourished, and his perception range was even greater than it had been in his prime.

"What...what kind of power is this?"

"It's just a bit of energy recovered from the Pure Land. A large portion of a ninja's chakra is stored in the Pure Land."

"When Kaguya Otsutsuki absorbed chakra, some of it flowed into the Pure Land through the Divine Tree. This is the power that the Sage of Six Paths taught me."

Furukawa Osamu gave a brief explanation: the Pure Land currently has a large reserve of chakra, and he can reclaim this energy at any time.

However, after the spirit absorbs the energy of the Chakra Fruit, low-quality chakra becomes less effective for it. This energy is reserved for future exploration of "Hell," and it needs to continue accumulating for now.

"The Sage of Six Paths?!"

Kakashi's expression was somewhat strange, but he was too lazy to think about it any further. The surging power within him had indeed restored his confidence, and thinking about his own changes, he couldn't help but chuckle to himself:

"It seems I don't possess noble character either; after gaining power, I feel all my problems have been solved..."

"Minato-sensei might have already guessed that this would happen. You guys didn't plan this together, did you?"

Furukawa Osamu simply smiled but didn't respond further. A little chakra was nothing to him; no matter how this world developed, the chakra would eventually return to the Pure Land.

"Gentlemen, have you finished your discussion? It's time for dinner!"

"Red Bean also made a cake, it looks delicious!"

Nohara Rin peeked out from the kitchen, her eyes crinkling into crescent moons as she reminded the two of her husband's change in mood, and she secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

"Senior! Come and try my cooking!"

"I studied this for a long time! It tastes really good!"

After letting her ponytail down, Hongdou, now sporting long purple hair and a white low-cut dress that deliberately showed off her figure, spoke in a gentler tone...

She pulled Hongdou aside, and Jingyin, annoyed that her friend seemed to enjoy acting cute more and more as she got older, complained irritably:

"Speak normally on your birthday! Stop acting like a little girl, you're 28 years old!"

"You flat-chested old woman!"

Furious, Hongdou's eyes twitched with anger, and she muttered a complaint under her breath. Jingyin immediately retaliated, and the two began their "battle" in the kitchen again...

Rin Nohara was already used to this scene. She smiled and went to her husband's side, took Kakashi's arm, and thanked him softly:

"Xiu, thank you. Without you, I don't know how much longer this guy would have been stuck on this."

"Kakashi is just too gentle. He will become an excellent Hokage!"

Furukawa Osamu praised him earnestly, and Nohara Rin was even happier to hear it. Thinking of her beloved son, she sighed again:

"It's great! It's so good that Obito can live in a completely new era! I really don't care about being a ninja at all."

"Lin, it's time to eat! It's rare for us to get together, so let's drink until we drop tonight."

Kakashi loudly proposed that he was no longer confused. No matter what lay ahead, he could protect the people around him, and that was enough.

The noisy birthday dinner officially began. Shizune and Red Bean didn't care about the new era; they just wanted to live happily. Ninjas and their legacy were long forgotten.

Recalling the past and sharing trivial matters, Kakashi eventually got drunk and, looking at his still beautiful and charming wife, his body went limp and he collapsed into Rin's arms.

"Xiu... thank you..."

"Rin, I will take good care of you and Obito... We want to have more children, and I want them to grow up carefree..."

With a rosy complexion, Nohara Rin hugged her husband and chuckled softly. Seeing her two friends already nestled in Furukawa Osamu's arms, talking nonsense, she couldn't help but chuckle and whisper:

"I wish I could live like this forever..."

...

Meanwhile, the Minato family was enjoying a sumptuous dinner. Kushina, in high spirits, rested her chin on her hand, watching her son wolf down his food and softly reminding him:

"Wait a minute, there's plenty more, this is all for you to eat!"

"Mom's cooking is amazing! I always craved her food when I was in the Water Kingdom..."

Naruto, who has always hated vegetables, is now eating them heartily. These past few days at home have been the happiest days of his life.

Minato smiled when he saw his son's smiling face. He didn't care about losing his chakra power. Kushina was still by his side, and his son had returned. This made him extremely satisfied.

"After the Hokage position is handed over next year, we can travel together!"

"The world is vast, and while we're still young, we must explore it thoroughly."

"Kushina, haven't you always wanted to see another continent? Now that Naruto is protecting us, that wish can come true!"

Upon hearing his father's words, Naruto immediately narrowed his eyes, grinned, and gave a thumbs-up, promising:

"No problem! I will definitely protect my father and mother!"

"The handsome uncle told me that no one on this planet is my match right now, and I will definitely protect everyone this time."

Although his name is still Naruto Uzumaki, it wouldn't be wrong to call this body Naruto Otsutsuki, as he has some of the power of Karma within him, which is the legacy of Isshiki Otsutsuki after his resurrection.

"Wow, that's amazing! Naruto's really grown up!"

"Minato, can't you step down sooner? There are beautiful snow scenes in winter."

"We'll have to wait until the village is finished. Don't worry, we have plenty of time."

Minato smiled and reassured the impatient Kushina. Naruto looked at his still loving parents and suddenly remembered the girl he had always missed.

Kushina noticed that her son's mood had suddenly become somewhat down, so she immediately reached out her left arm, gently ruffled his soft blond hair, and asked in a low voice:

"What's wrong, Naruto? Is there any dish you don't like?"

"No, every dish was delicious!"

Naruto smiled brightly again and praised him. After a moment of silence, he put down his plate and said with a serious expression:

"I...I want to bring Hinata back..."

"Hanabi found a clue. I want to be with Hinata. Father, Mother, please let me be willful just one more time..."

Minato sighed softly. A hint of worry flashed across Kushina's face, but seeing her husband's gaze, she ultimately responded gently:

"You've grown up! Your dad and I will always support you..."

Naruto looked touched. Ever since he got the clue, he had been struggling with his decision. Even though Furukawa Osamu agreed to let him use the body at will, he still questioned his decision.

"I...I'll be careful! Father, Mother, I will bring Hinata back alive!"

Chapter 342 The Last (Part Two - No Main Character)

In early October of Konoha Year 68, the five great nations had completely shaken off the turmoil of the previous months, and the effects of the daimyo's death had also completely dissipated.

The inability to use chakra power led to a sharp decline in the number of ninjas from the five great nations, forcing reforms to proceed under duress, and more and more multinational corporations began to "take root and sprout" in this land.

The younger generation of ninjas didn't feel much about the changes within Konoha. Just like Yamanaka Ino always hated missions and boring jobs, many young people didn't care about their identities.

Nara Shikamaru felt that the current situation was good. He could not use secret techniques for a long time and could no longer shoulder the responsibilities of a Jonin, but every loss has its gain. By becoming an ordinary person, he finally found love!

In the simple courtyard on the west side of the village, members of the Nara clan currently reside. It seems that it will take at least two years to restore their previous living standards.

Although the living conditions were a bit simple, Shikamaru didn't mind. Without the tedious clan gatherings, these past few months had been the happiest time for him since becoming a Jonin.

Naruto, sitting cross-legged behind the chessboard, was racking his brains in thought. Shikamaru, sitting opposite him with his chin resting on his hand, found it amusing and simply asked:

"Naruto, playing chess isn't for you!"

"Just tell me what's wrong, but it's hard for me to help you in this state."

"If even you can't handle it, ordinary people can't get involved. In other words, there are only a handful of people in the world who can help you right now."

Naruto, who almost got "mosquito coil eyes," nodded instinctively, then waved his hands repeatedly, muttering somewhat conflictedly: