Book of Seals
To Kamon, Shisui Uchiha was a legendary jōnin, renowned for his mastery of the Body Flicker Technique and the feared Kotoamatsukami. His name was whispered throughout the ninja world, a prodigy of the Uchiha Clan who vanished too soon.
Naruto, who had arrived in Uzushiogakure alongside Shisui, was a senior Uzumaki, though he lived in obscurity. Despite his low profile, his strength rivaled that of Kage-level shinobi, far surpassing the rank of an elite jōnin. Together, they were the foundation upon which Uzushio's rebirth could be built.
In Shisui's eyes, Naruto's power exceeded five Kage, though the upper limit of his strength remained unknown. His abilities, a fusion of Uzumaki vitality and formidable chakra control, made him a force that few could rival.
Yet, Naruto's mere presence in Uzushio was a risk. If his identity as an Uchiha were exposed, ambitious forces from across the ninja world would disrupt his peace, forcing him into exile. His only option was to solidify his place within the village before external threats encroached.
Kamon, as a member of the Uzumaki Clan, shared a distant blood connection with Naruto, making his alliance with the Uchiha all the more natural. Only with Naruto's backing could Uzushio's restoration be realized.
Thus, when Naruto arrived, both Shisui and Kamon immediately turned to him.
"Senior Menma, do you have any new instructions? We were debating whether to construct a dock or a ninja academy first..."
Naruto studied the duo before him—Kamon, a dedicated Uzumaki, and Shisui, a ghost of the Uchiha past. His brow furrowed in thought.
Though they both envisioned Uzushio's development, their priorities differed. Yet, neither option presented the best course of action.
Infrastructure such as docks and academies required stability—both economic and political. A premature expansion without a foundation would invite ruin.
Currently, Uzushio was barely a village. A mere thousand residents, most of them civilians, with only a handful of trained ninjas. Rapid expansion in such conditions would spell disaster.
Naruto narrowed his focus. There were two immediate necessities:
1. Eliminate rogue ninjas on the island to establish a secure base of operations.
2. Increase the population—thousands, or even tens of thousands—before considering large-scale development.
After outlining his thoughts, both Shisui and Kamon fell into silent contemplation. Naruto's vision extended further than theirs, addressing fundamental concerns they had overlooked.
Kamon sought to restore Uzushiogakure's former nation-state model. Shisui, on the other hand, leaned toward a Konoha-style shinobi village structure. But neither acknowledged the harsh realities of their current situation.
As their discussion deepened, they turned to Naruto for guidance. Though skilled in combat, neither had experience governing a settlement.
Naruto sighed. The shinobi world's political landscape was vastly different from the democratic principles he had once read about. However, certain concepts could be adapted.
Comparing the archaic feudal system of the shinobi world to a more structured governance model, he introduced ideas that left both men in stunned silence. The thought of giving civilians limited chakra education, for example, was unheard of. And the idea that ninja authority should not be confined to hidden villages was nothing short of revolutionary.
Their discussion stretched into the night, leaving Kamon and Shisui both awed and apprehensive about the future.
As they finally allowed Naruto a moment to himself, Shisui suddenly recalled something.
"By the way, Lord Menma, what was it you originally came here to discuss?"
Naruto blinked, momentarily caught off guard. He had gotten so lost in the discussion that he nearly forgot his original purpose.
Clearing his throat, he placed a large scroll on the desk before them.
Shisui's eyes widened slightly at the familiar sight. The Book of Seals.
A relic from Konoha, filled with powerful forbidden jutsu. He had last seen it in the Hokage's office during a mission report. It was unmistakably the same type of scroll used for Konoha's most classified techniques.
Shisui quietly exited the office. He understood that the scroll likely contained Uzumaki secrets—something he, as an outsider, had no right to witness.
Once Shisui left, Naruto turned to Kamon.
"Kamon, can you set up a barrier to block any surveillance techniques?"
As an Uzumaki, Kamon was highly proficient in fūinjutsu. Within moments, he had erected a seal that shielded them from external interference.
Now alone, Kamon eyed the scroll with curiosity. Just how valuable were the secrets inside?
Naruto exhaled. "This is Konoha's Book of Seals. Can you break the fūinjutsu on it?"
Kamon stilled. The Book of Seals—this was no ordinary artifact.
After inspecting the barrier placed upon it, Kamon nodded. "The seal is intricate, but I can break it. Give me a few minutes."
Naruto was speechless. He had spent hours—if not days—studying the seals, yet Kamon could unravel them in mere minutes.
Uzushio's fūinjutsu truly lived up to its legendary reputation.
Ignoring Naruto's disbelief, Kamon focused on his task. Within the expected time, the protective seal crumbled. However, Kamon chose not to open the scroll himself. Some things were not meant to be seen.
Naruto unfurled the scroll, immediately scanning its contents with his Sharingan. His eyes landed on two key jutsu:
1. The Mutually Multiplying Explosive Tags.
2. The Impure World Reincarnation (Edo Tensei).
The latter was the true prize. Edo Tensei—a jutsu feared across generations. Capable of resurrecting the dead with an immortal body and infinite chakra. Kabuto and Obito had once used it to wage war against the entire shinobi world.
This was his greatest gain since arriving in Uzushio.
Inside the sealed space, Namikaze Minato observed with a solemn expression.
He had watched Naruto decode the Book of Seals, confirming his worst fears. The jutsu within were not just dangerous—they could reshape the ninja world.
Techniques like the Shadow Clone Jutsu were one thing, but Edo Tensei? That was an abomination against nature.
Not only that, but Naruto's vision for Uzushio worried him. Talks of educating civilians in chakra use and reshaping ninja jurisdiction were radical ideas. They could upend the entire shinobi system.
Naruto called it an "experiment" for the Uchiha.
But an "experiment" was just another word for revolution.
Minato sighed. He knew one thing for certain—the world was about to change. And at the center of that change was his son.
For a moment, Naruto sensed Minato's conflicted emotions. But he ignored them. He didn't need his father's approval. He had his own path to walk.
The ninja world was unprepared for what lay beyond the stars—the Ōtsutsuki.
The five villages were too short-sighted, too caught up in their own affairs to see the real threat. The current system wasn't sustainable.
And so, Naruto would change it.
By force, if necessary.
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