Multiversal Chat Group: The Cultivator

Yoriichi and Minato Namikaze still had many things they didn't understand. After all, they didn't understand science.

Though they now knew the distance of a light-year, the vastness of the stars and the universe was still beyond their grasp.

In the group chat:

[Minato Namikaze]: "I still can't understand! I just don't get it."

[Yoriichi]: "Is this world really that big?"

[Lu Mingfei]: "We live in different times, so naturally, our understanding is different. I checked the group mall and found a complete collection of basic science books. Though they're children's books, they detail the worldview of the universe and the evolution of various creatures. I loved reading them when I was young."

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Actually, there are scientists in the world of Naruto, right? Don't forget about Orochimaru, that scientist obsessed with immortality. While others were struggling for survival, he had already understood the rules of how the world works and seen through the complexities of life. Although, it's undeniable that he went down a wrong path."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Exactly! It's undeniable that Orochimaru had mastered the power of science. Later on, he even created a mechanical Naruto! He could even build Gundams!"

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Mastering technology, mastering the core power."

[Minato Namikaze]: "I see now, this is science."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Science is the driving force behind social development!"

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Fourth Hokage, you've seen the future, so you should know that Orochimaru is someone we can use. If we want to make Konoha stronger, we need Orochimaru's scientific power. At this point, Orochimaru hasn't yet defected, so find him and use him."

[Minato Namikaze]: "I've thought about that, but right now, I don't have full control of Konoha. I'll deal with Danzo first."

[Lu Mingfei]: "I remember that Danzo secretly worked with Orochimaru! He even did human experiments."

[Minato Namikaze]: "The darkness of Konoha, the Root... It's time for this disgusting thing to disappear."

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "If you need any help, I'm here. A mere Danzo? I can easily crush him."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Although Naruto is a hot-blooded anime, there's a lot of darkness in it. The reason Naruto suffered so much was because of the higher-ups in Konoha. The Root deliberately spread rumors, and the Third Hokage ignored everything, brainwashing Naruto with the Will of Fire."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Everything happened because everyone wanted to control the Nine-Tails sealed inside Naruto. If it weren't for the Third Hokage's intervention, Naruto would've probably been brainwashed by the Root and turned into a tool of war."

[Minato Namikaze]: "This is something I didn't think about. I understood the idea in the manga that I was going to die, but I never imagined that the people of Konoha would treat Naruto this way. After all, Naruto is the son of a hero."

[Lu Mingfei]: "The human heart is unpredictable. You were already dead—what did it matter how they treated your child?"

[Minato Namikaze]: "What disappoints me even more is Kakashi and Jiraiya-sensei. If they had helped Naruto even a little, his childhood wouldn't have been so miserable. But I never expected that when Naruto almost went astray, it was Iruka who pulled him back."

[Lu Mingfei]: "That's why you can't die, Fourth Hokage. If you had lived, maybe the Uchiha clan wouldn't have been wiped out. Though the story doesn't focus much on it, I can tell the Uchiha were actually on your side."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Your wife and Uchiha Fugaku's wife, Mikoto, were close friends. Fugaku also understood that the conflict between the village and the Uchiha was intensifying. He probably hoped you could resolve it."

[Minato Namikaze]: "The Uchiha clan is a cornerstone of Konoha. So many geniuses have come from them—Itachi Uchiha, Shisui Uchiha, Sasuke Uchiha. If the Uchiha hadn't been wiped out, and the tensions between them and the villagers had been eased, Konoha would have become unimaginably powerful."

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Politics is such a hassle."

[Minato Namikaze]: "Yeah, it's really troublesome."

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Might as well just kill them all."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Group leader, isn't that a bit extreme?"

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Hesitation leads to defeat. Don't forget, a lot of people are eyeing your Hokage seat. You should eliminate potential threats before they try to undermine you."

[Minato Namikaze]: "I'll handle it, group leader."

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Actually, regarding the Uchiha, you can be upfront about it."

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Danzo has Root, which operates without answering to anyone—not even the Hokage. The Third Hokage may be retired, but he still controls the Anbu. Meanwhile, you barely have anyone you can trust. Even if you slowly cultivate your own forces, the Nine-Tails incident is coming soon. There's no time. That's why I suggest you bring the Uchiha clan under your control."

[Lu Mingfei]: "But others will definitely oppose it. Some might resort to underhanded tactics or even wage a smear campaign. The people eyeing the Hokage position won't want you to become stronger, so be careful, Fourth Hokage."

[Minato Namikaze]: "This is such a hassle!"

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Might as well use my method and wipe them all out."

[Lu Mingfei]: "We should win them over with virtue!"

[Saitama]: "I've never dealt with politics, so I don't really know what to do. But as long as you stay true to yourself and do the right thing, I believe you'll succeed."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Saitama-sensei, you're insanely strong. No matter how powerful an enemy is, you can take them out with a single punch. But politics… politics is really complicated."

[Saitama]: "Heh heh."

[Yoriichi Tsugikuni]: "Conflict between people will never truly end."

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "No worries! As long as I'm here, I'm your last line of defense. If anything happens, just come to me. I'll take care of everything. My subordinates are under my protection."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Group leader, you're so domineering! Truly awe-inspiring!"

[Yoriichi Tsugikuni]: "Thank you, group leader. The issue with demons on my side is basically resolved. Now, Lady Tamayo is researching a cure to turn demons back into humans. I believe she'll finish it soon."

[Group Leader Ren Asakura]: "Oh, right! I also handed over Muzan Kibutsuji's ancient texts to Lady Tamayo. With that, I believe she'll complete the cure even faster."

[Lu Mingfei]: "This is shaping up to be a perfect ending!"

[Yoriichi Tsugikuni]: "I've finally avenged my wife and child. Even if I die, I can rest in peace now."

[Lu Mingfei]: "Hey, don't just talk about dying! You're only 80! As long as we keep getting stronger, our lifespan will increase. Living for a few thousand years shouldn't be a problem. Besides, there are still so many wonderful things in this world waiting for us to experience!"

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