The voice in Akira Shuren's head pulsed like a heartbeat, echoing through his mind.
"Initializing... Rikudō Shingon."
"This is... the system!" Shuren sat upright, his pulse racing. Every reincarnator in every story he'd ever read had one—the legendary cheat tool. Cultivation panels, infinite eyes, reincarnation powers... all of it.And now, it was his turn.
"Correction: Rikudō Shingon is not a 'cheat tool.' It is divine grace delivered unto an ungrateful Host."
The voice carried an almost holy reverb... and a distinct layer of smugness.
"Yeah, yeah. Sure, divine grace. Now, open whatever you're supposed to open!"
"Acknowledged. Activating Six Divine Paths protocol. Scanning Host's body for chakra composition..."
Shuren's head throbbed.
"Warning. Immense energy detected—classified as 'Sealed Entity.' Do you wish to release it?"
"Are you insane?! That's Kurama, the Nine-Tails! You think I have a death wish?! No, seal stays on!"
"Noted. Host exhibits a rare trace of self-preservation. Skipping seal override. Continuing scan..."
Moments later, the voice chimed again, calm as a priest mid-chant.
"Physical analysis complete. Synchronization with Host's chakra network: stable. Initiating Six Divine Paths—base access granted."
Shuren blinked. "Six... Divine Paths?"
"Divine protocol derived from the fragments of the Sage's power. Don't look so lost, Host. You'll hurt my omniscient image."
Then came a surge of light—and a translucent screen appeared in his mind, pulsing with chakra script.
Host: Uzumaki Naruto (Soul Integration: Akira Shuren)Affiliation: Hidden Leaf VillageStatus: Jinchūriki of the Nine-TailsDestiny Alignment: Child of Prophecy
Attributes:
Strength: 3 (10 = average adult)
Speed: 5 (10 = average adult)
Mental Focus: 31 (8 = average adult)
Chakra Capacity: 200 / 5,000,000 (100 = average adult)
Abilities — Six Divine Paths (Initial Stage):
Shintai no JutsuMove freely within a small radius by aligning body and chakra flow.Level 1: One-meter range.
Ten'ganPerceive chakra lifeforms and emotional intent.Level 1: Vision radius 50 meters.
Ten'onHear chakra vibrations and emotional echoes of others.Level 1: Range 50 meters.
Kokoro no KyoBriefly sense the surface thoughts of those nearby.Level 1: Requires emotional resonance.
Unmei ShinganGlimpse probable futures within one's power limit.Level 1: Only applies to weaker entities.
KyōmetsuMomentarily step outside natural limits, extending life-force and willpower.Level 1: Slightly enhances vitality and chakra recovery.
"All systems calibrated. Try not to explode. That would make me look bad."
Shuren stared at the glowing panel. "...You're seriously calling this divine power?"
"Would you prefer 'Great Value Buddha Mode'? Because that can be arranged."
"Holy crap, you're worse than Clippy."
"Ufufufufu... The Host insults holiness again. Duly noted."
Despite the voice's mockery, Shuren's hands trembled. The powers weren't just strong—they were absurd.Spirit Walk could rival space-time ninjutsu if trained. Heaven's Eye and Heaven's Ear would let him see and hear through deception. Heart Mirror could read intent mid-battle. Fate Sight—dangerous, but tempting. And Kyōmetsu... that one made him uneasy. It felt like touching something beyond human.
A smirk crept across his face. "So this is the path you left behind, Naruto... the power to change everything."
"Correction: this is the power I allowed you to borrow. Try to sound more grateful next time."
"Yeah, yeah, divine babysitter. I'll light you a candle later."
"How thoughtful. Please fail spectacularly while doing so."
He glanced again at the chakra stats. His current reserves were twice that of an adult ninja—at only six years old. But the control? Garbage. The Nine-Tails' sealed energy dwarfed everything, like a volcano under ice.
Still, he wasn't discouraged. "Even if I have to train until my bones crack, I'll master it all. I'll become Hokage... no, something greater."
"Such lofty words. Let's see if your noodle arms can keep up, Host."
Shuren grinned. "Guess you'll be watching, huh?"
"Unfortunately."