In the Baiming world, the audience once again heard Sage of Six Paths recounting the history of the ninja world. The tale had grown familiar: his opposition to his mother Ōtsutsuki Kaguya's ideals, his journey to mastering Sage Art at Mount Myōboku, the sealing of Kaguya alongside his younger brother, and the creation of the ninja sect to foster peace.
Yet, the viewers were particularly curious about Uzumaki Naruto's reactions. What thoughts swirled in his mind as Sage of Six Paths delved into the past and wove tales of destiny?
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[Sage of Six Paths narrated with tireless resolve.]
He began with his own birth, his philosophical divergence from Ōtsutsuki Kaguya, and his resolve to seal her for the greater good. The Ten Tails, the Divine Tree, and the trials of his sons—Indra and Ashura—followed in his story, weaving a tapestry of struggle, choice, and destiny.
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[Naruto's head began to ache.]
The reincarnation of Ashura's Chakra? Uzumaki Naruto was trying to piece it together.
The Sage Body, granted through his lineage, explained his strength among his peers. But the role of fate and his confrontation with Sasuke, tied to Indra's legacy, now felt orchestrated by forces far beyond their control.
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["The ninja sect I founded," Sage of Six Paths began, "was built on the ideals of love and benevolence."]
The Sage spoke with hope as he detailed the principles of the sect: to unite people through Chakra, forging connections that transcended barriers.
["But..."]
Sage of Six Paths' gaze deepened.
["Ashura's Chakra seems to have met some resistance in you."]
Naruto blinked. "Resistance?"
The Sage elaborated, speaking of Indra's destructive tendencies, how his Rinnegan had catalyzed danger by summoning the Gedo Statue, and how their conflict endangered the balance.
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Naruto rubbed the back of his head with a sheepish grin. "So, Grandpa Immortal... You're saying you founded the ninja sect to make people like family? Through Chakra?"
Sage of Six Paths nodded. "Indeed."
Naruto's smile turned mischievous. "Then no wonder Ashura's Chakra has 'problems' in me. Seems like it's not just me who's not buying into the plan."
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The audience couldn't help but smirk. Trust Uzumaki Naruto to challenge even the revered Sage of Six Paths.
But then, Naruto's tone shifted, his expression contemplative. "Grandpa, you said your mother often stared at the sky. She came to this land from far away... Does that mean she came from another world? From the heavens?"
Sage of Six Paths blinked, startled by the question. "I've... never considered that."
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Naruto's voice sharpened. "And what about your mother's fears? You mentioned she was worried about something, right? If someone as powerful as her was afraid, doesn't that mean the threat is... massive?"
The Sage hesitated, scratching his head. "Well... She did warn about others coming. But over the past thousand years, no such beings have appeared."
Naruto's brow furrowed. "You didn't take her warning seriously, did you?"
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The Sage's silence was deafening.
Naruto's frustration grew. "Grandpa, you've been preaching peace. You want a perfect world where everyone's thoughts are connected. That's fine. But what happens if we achieve peace, and then those invaders show up?"
The Sage frowned. "Invaders?"
Naruto threw up his hands. "Yeah, invaders! Aliens! People like your mother's clan who don't care about love or peace. What happens when they come? Do we just sit here and get wiped out? Are we supposed to talk them into loving us?"
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The audience was stunned.
Senju Hashirama broke the silence: "In our world, no one's really addressed this."
Senju Tobirama snorted. "That's because the Sage only shared this information with Naruto and a few others. Everyone else was left in the dark."
Namikaze Minato added, "But Naruto's right. If Kaguya feared her clan, they must be terrifying. And if they ever show up... what then?"
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Naruto pressed on, his voice rising. "You spent centuries creating peace between ninjas, but you didn't think about what would happen if an outside force came to destroy everything?"
The Sage rubbed his temples, clearly embarrassed. "Well, I... I didn't think it was likely to happen."
Naruto gawked at him. "You're kidding, right? Grandpa, you're the Sage of Six Paths! How could you not think about something so important?"
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The Sage chuckled awkwardly. "Well, I suppose I hoped that day would never come."
Naruto groaned. "Great. So your plan is to cross your fingers and hope aliens don't show up. That's reassuring."
The audience burst into laughter despite the serious undertones. Uzumaki Naruto's sharp wit had cut through the grandiosity of the Sage's vision, exposing its flaws.
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But Naruto wasn't done.
"Let's say we achieve peace," he said, crossing his arms. "Everyone's connected through Chakra. Perfect harmony. Then Kaguya's clan arrives. What do we do? Smile and hope they don't kill us?"
The Sage scratched his head again. "Well... when you put it that way..."
Naruto sighed, exasperated. "Exactly! Grandpa, your plan for peace doesn't account for the real threats out there. What are we supposed to do when they come? Hold hands and sing songs?"
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The Sage finally raised his hands, signaling for Naruto to stop. "Alright, alright. I see your point."
He stepped closer, his gaze softening. "Naruto, you're right to question me. And perhaps the reason we've met is so that I can entrust you with the power to address these issues."
Naruto blinked. "Huh?"
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The Sage extended his arms. "Naruto, raise your hands."
Hesitantly, Naruto complied. Their palms met, and an overwhelming surge of energy coursed through Naruto's body.
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The audience watched in awe as the Sage's Yin and Yang powers flowed into Naruto.
"This is my gift to you," the Sage said solemnly. "I'm entrusting you with the power of Yin and Yang. With these abilities, you'll have the tools to face challenges I couldn't foresee."
Naruto stared at his hands, feeling the immense power within him. "Grandpa... are you serious?"
The Sage nodded. "Yes. I failed to consider the larger picture, but you won't. You have Ashura's compassion and Indra's wisdom. Use this power to protect the future."
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As the Sage began to fade from Naruto's consciousness, he left one final message:
"The future of the ninja world is in your hands,
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