Chapter 10: Imperial Sasuke: Why Are You All So Weak?

Chapter 10: Imperial Sasuke: Why Are You All So Weak?

"The popularity of Naruto, Sasuke, and even Jiraiya-sensei in this world is incredible..."

Yamato sighed, rubbing his forehead.

"Won't this attract unwanted attention?" Sai whispered.

"Shut up! You bunch of annoying fangirls! Get lost!"

Imperial Sasuke's face darkened, his eyes narrowing with a flash of crimson in his irises.

The women who had been trying to get close to him froze in their tracks.

Then, happily, they exclaimed:

"Yes! We'll listen to Lord Sasuke! We're leaving right now!"

And with that, they dispersed, all smiles.

"Was that... genjutsu?"

Sakura exclaimed in surprise.

"To cast genjutsu on so many people at once, Sasuke is truly impressive..." Yamato also took a sharp breath.

"They're just a bunch of ordinary people. This level of genjutsu is nothing," Imperial Sasuke scoffed.

"It's still impressive. After all, it affected so many people! Even in our Konoha, I doubt many elite jonin could pull that off," Sakura praised.

Naruto Uzumaki couldn't help but feel annoyed:

"Damn it... Why is this world's Sasuke such a show-off, too?"

"Not just him, this world's Naruto is also well-liked," Sakura added.

"Huh? Why?" Naruto Uzumaki paused, confused.

"Well... I don't know..." Sakura glanced at Imperial Naruto and thought carefully.

"His face looks cheerful, but his physique is too muscular for my taste... I don't get it."

"Hahaha... It's because I have strong, healthy muscles! They're a symbol of fitness!"

Imperial Naruto laughed, striking a bodybuilder's pose.

Naruto Uzumaki and Sakura couldn't help but think that he reminded them of Rock Lee and the Bushy-Brow Sensei... This Naruto was odd!

With the onlookers gone, Naruto Uzumaki continued recounting his tale as they walked.

The other Team Yamato members, however, were full of curiosity and questions.

"Why are the buildings here so tall? Aren't you afraid they'll be attacked and destroyed? Wouldn't that cause tremendous losses?"

Sai asked as they walked.

"No one in this world can pose a threat to the Empire."

"What are those iron birds in the sky? And why do they have cloth bags hanging from them? Are they transport puppets?"

"Something like that, but we call them Elemo Delivery Puppets here."

"What's that?"

"Here, people can use cell phones to order food delivery and enjoy delicious meals without leaving their homes."

"Wow... That sounds amazing! But what's a cell phone?"

"It's a small computer that fits in your pocket."

"That's incredible! Your world is truly remarkable. And those clothes are so beautiful! Can I go and look at the clothing stores?"

"Sure."

"Wow! Thank you so much!"

"This dress is gorgeous. How much is it?"

"How much in what? Liang?"

"Ma'am, please pack this for the young lady, and I'll pay for the dress.

.............

As they walked, they told stories and browsed the shops.

Sakura was perhaps the happiest of them all.

Soon, she changed into a beautiful dress, carrying a small bag, and transformed into a fashionable and elegant young woman. She twirled, smiling at her companions, and asked,

"Well? How do I look? Isn't this dress beautiful?"

"Mmm, it suits you. It brings out your youthful vitality," Yamato said, appraising Sakura at that moment.

It was undeniable that she had developed a mature and curvaceous figure, exuding youthful charm, which was highly attractive to mature men.

"You look great! As expected of Sakura!"

Naruto Uzumaki exclaimed happily.

The Imperial group nodded in agreement, adding:

"Beautiful, vibrant, and full of youthful energy. She's a cute and lively beauty.

"Not bad."

With this string of compliments, Sakura couldn't help but feel even happier.

Until...

"The dress is nice, but the person wearing it is ugly. So overall, it's still not pleasing to look at."

Sai frowned after just a glance.

Hearing this, Sakura flew into a rage and punched Sai directly in the head.

Sai let out a miserable scream and fell to the ground.

"..."

The Imperial group was taken aback by this scene.

Empire Kushina burst into laughter:

"Hahaha... Serves you right! How dare you say something like that to such a pretty girl! But, Sakura, I like your spirit! You're quite different from our Sakura..."

"Her personality is indeed quite different from the Sakura we know..."

"Ah... Sorry... I guess we're quite a sight."

Sakura's face turned red, and she quickly grabbed Sai, who was lying on the ground, and began to drag him along as she walked.

...

"What? In the end, you were defeated by a group of Dragon Vein Guardians? Just how weak are you?"

Upon hearing Naruto's tale of his attempt to investigate the Dragon Vein and his subsequent defeat by the guardians, Imperial Sasuke could no longer contain his shock.

"You really are weak... It would be better if you joined our empire; at least then you'd have a chance to become stronger." Imperial Naruto chimed in with his own criticism.

"Damn it! I'm not weak at all! Those guardians were just too strong!

You're so annoying, Sasuke! Just like that jerk from my world!

Stop acting like you're so much better than me! I bet you're not that great yourself!"

Naruto Uzumaki shouted angrily.

The Imperial group exchanged strange looks at his outburst.

"You think I'm not that great? Hmph..."

Imperial Sasuke covered his face with his right hand, his shoulders shaking as he let out an eerie laugh.

The Team Yamato members were all left stunned by his reaction.

"Hey! Sasuke, what's gotten into you? Are you going crazy?"

Naruto Uzumaki asked with concern.

"It's just an old habit, don't worry about him." Imperial Naruto shook his head.

"Hmph... How interesting! This is too interesting! Naruto from another world, if you're so confident, why don't you let me see just how powerful you are with that body of yours?"

Imperial Sasuke's laughter trailed off as he fixed Naruto with an eerie gaze.

"Hah? You think I won't dare? Annoying Sasuke! But... you can't use that Qi power! How about it?"

Naruto Uzumaki replied cunningly.

He wasn't a complete fool; after being overwhelmed by the Dragon Vein Guardians, he knew just how formidable that power was.

If Imperial Sasuke also possessed this power, then he likely wouldn't stand a chance against him!

But if Sasuke didn't use that power, Naruto was confident he wouldn't lose!

"Hmph... Don't want me to use Qi? I don't need it to deal with you! Come on!

Once the fight starts, if I even take a single step back, you win."

Imperial Sasuke lowered his arm and crossed them over his chest, his expression mocking.

"You really look down on me! You jerk, Sasuke!"

Naruto Uzumaki flew into a rage.

Imperial Sasuke curved the corners of his lips into a smirk and turned to face Empire Minato:

"I'll leave the rest to you, Minato."

"No problem. Everyone, move a little closer to me."

Empire Minato gave Naruto Uzumaki a deep look. Once everyone had gathered closer, he swiftly performed a series of hand seals.

The next moment, Naruto Uzumaki and his team, along with the Imperial group, vanished.

They reappeared in an empty clearing surrounded by trees, with no one else in sight.

Imperial Sasuke slowly stepped away from the group, heading towards the center of the clearing.

Seeing this, Naruto Uzumaki rolled up his sleeves and strode forward, muttering to himself: "Hmph! Annoying Sasuke, let's see what you've got! Without Qi, I'm not afraid of you!"

Kankuro couldn't help but cover his face: "Naruto from your world is truly an idiot."

(End of Chapter)

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