The Hidden Leaf Village.
The setting sun bled across the horizon, its crimson glow spilling over streets that appeared peaceful—yet beneath that calm surface, undercurrents stirred.
A battered figure suddenly staggered out from the shadows of a training ground.
It was one of the Uchiha clan's most gifted young prodigies—
Shisui Uchiha.
His clothes were disheveled, a trace of blood still clinging to the corner of his lips. Yet despite his sorry state, a wry smile lingered on his face.
"Shuoye… you're a monster. I've never beaten you. Not even once."
Before his words had fully settled in the air, a tall figure stepped slowly into the fading sunlight.
Shuoye Uchiha.
Handsome features. Deep, composed eyes. A gentle smile curved his lips—as if the fierce battle just moments ago had been nothing more than routine exercise.
Shuoye chuckled softly, his tone warm, though lightly teasing.
"Maybe next time, Shisui. I'll leave you a chance."
With that, he gave Shisui a casual pat on the shoulder, leaving the prodigy standing there with nothing but helpless frustration.
Shuoye turned and returned to his residence.
But his thoughts had already drifted elsewhere.
Because he was not originally from this world.
He was a transmigrator.
He had arrived in this world years ago—and like most transmigrators, he possessed a golden finger.
A system.
Based on Shuoye Uchiha's current level, sign-in streak, and system randomness, rewards would be generated accordingly.
These rewards could include—but were not limited to—skill manuals, chakra-enhancing potions, rare materials, special items, or even direct boosts to his strength.
In addition to daily sign-in rewards, the system also featured an achievement mechanism.
Whenever he completed a specific objective or reached a milestone, he would unlock an achievement and receive additional, generous rewards.
With the system's assistance and relentless training, Shuoye had already reached the level of a jōnin within just a few short years.
"Has the Host completed today's sign-in?"
"Sign in."
Shuoye answered silently in his mind.
A faint light screen unfolded before him.
Then—
A cold mechanical voice rang in his ears.
[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have obtained Six Powers (Rokushiki) — Shave (Soru)!]
Six Powers… Shave?
Shuoye's eyes lit up.
Compared to the Body Flicker Technique, which consumed chakra, this pure physical technique from the world of pirates suited him far better.
In the next instant, the air around him seemed to thicken.
Countless combat images flooded his mind.
His chakra surged instinctively like a rising tide, and strength coursed through every fiber of his body.
His training room was modest in size. Sunlight streamed through the window, scattering across the wooden floor in mottled patterns.
He sat down quietly and closed his eyes, beginning to circulate his chakra.
Whether from excitement or stimulation, he could clearly feel it—his chakra reserves had increased again.
Just as he was preparing to deepen his focus and refine his chakra control—
Another system notification abruptly sounded.
[Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have acquired Shave (Soru)! Having successfully assembled the Six Powers (Rokushiki), you have triggered a bonus reward — Life Return (Seimei Kikan)!]
Joy exploded in Shuoye's chest.
A warm current flowed through his entire body, instantly sweeping away every trace of fatigue.
Life Return was the true advanced art among the Six Powers.
Calling it an extra life would not be an exaggeration.
This unexpected reward had just granted him another trump card.
After all, the Hidden Leaf Village was far from peaceful.
They stood at a critical juncture during the Second Shinobi World War.
Assassinations and surprise attacks were common.
And as a member of the Uchiha clan, he also had to constantly guard against Danzō Shimura's schemes.
Just as Shuoye immersed himself in the joy of growing stronger—
A subtle spatial fluctuation caught his attention.
His expression sharpened instantly.
He closed his eyes and sensed carefully.
Moments later, his gaze narrowed.
This chakra…
It doesn't belong to anyone in the village.
[God-Tier Choice System Activated]
[Option One: Rescue Kushina Uzumaki. Stop the Hidden Cloud Village's plot. Reward: God-Tier Gift Pack (contains unknown powerful ability or treasure) + 100% Favorability from Kushina Uzumaki.]
[Option Two: Defect to the Hidden Cloud Village. Assist in capturing Kushina Uzumaki. Reward: Forbidden Technique — Impure World Reincarnation. However, you will forever bear the title of rogue ninja.]
[Option Three: Ignore the situation. Allow events to unfold. Gain short-term benefit — jōnin-level chakra. However, you will lose the chance to change fate.]
The Hidden Cloud Village… has made its move?
"Option One."
Shuoye's eyes turned cold.
In an instant, he understood the significance of this moment.
In the original storyline, the Hidden Cloud Village had attempted to abduct Kushina Uzumaki—the Nine-Tails jinchūriki of the Hidden Leaf Village.
They had launched a surprise attack.
But they were ultimately stopped by Minato Namikaze, who would later become the Fourth Hokage.
That incident became the crucial bond that drew the two of them together.
However…
According to his memory, this event should have occurred years later.
Why had it happened ahead of schedule?
"Minato…"
Shuoye's lips curved faintly.
"It seems this time… you'll have to find another wife."
With a soft chuckle, his figure vanished into the night.
Setting aside the fact that he and Kushina Uzumaki were already on good terms—
Even for the sake of the God-Tier Gift Pack alone, Shuoye would never back down from this.
He had never forgotten the fate awaiting the Uchiha clan.
Extermination.
To change that future—
He had to seize every opportunity.
He had to grow stronger.
As fast as possible.