Chapter 83: Kakashi of the Ninja World and the Hatake Family

Chapter 83: Kakashi of the Ninja World and the Hatake Family

"How strange?"

Empire Kakashi raised an eyebrow in surprise.

"Well... I guess I'm just too rich in this world?"

Kakashi of the Ninja World couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy as he thought of his modest apartment back home.

"Hmm? If I remember correctly, there should be a significant gap between the earning power of ninjas and regular people. As an elite ninja of Konoha, your income should be quite substantial. Is this not the kind of house you can afford?" Empire Kakashi asked.

"Kakashi, in the era of the ninja villages, wealth was mostly concentrated among the noble families. Ninjas didn't earn much from completing missions, as you should know..." Empire Sakumo added from the side.

"Ah... my apologies, that was such a long time ago that I've almost forgotten about it. Never mind, let's not dwell on it and head inside." Empire Kakashi draped an arm over Ninja World Kakashi's shoulder and started walking towards the house.

As Kakashi of the Ninja World stepped through the gates, he was greeted by a well-manicured lawn, a beautiful rock garden, tall fruit trees, a sparkling swimming pool, and an extravagant villa. There were also servants in uniform tending to the garden, watering the plants, and pruning the flowers.

"This is truly..." Kakashi of the Ninja World couldn't help but cover his forehead in exasperation.

It seemed that his counterpart in this world lived a life several times more luxurious than even the feudal lords of various countries! How infuriating! Living in such opulence, wouldn't one's strength suffer?

And...

Why did he get to be born in the Empire, while I had to endure the hardships of Konoha?

Why didn't we have a Senju Tianren in our world? Kakashi of the Ninja World couldn't help but feel a bit glum.

As the group approached the villa, Kakashi of the Ninja World's expression froze when he saw the two figures sitting at the dining table in the living room:

"Rin..."

"Father, Kakashi, welcome back. Who's the person with you?" Rin asked gently, addressing the group.

Beside her, a young boy with white hair frowned:

"This new guy looks a lot like Dad... Could he be Grandpa's illegitimate child? Is he my uncle or something?"

"Huh?" Kakashi of the Ninja World was taken aback, but he quickly recovered:

"Are you my son in this world?"

"This world?" The white-haired boy furrowed his brows.

"This is the Kakashi from the other world that we mentioned before, where the ninja village system still prevails," Empire Kakashi explained, then added after a brief pause, "These two are my wife, Hatake Rin, and my son, Hatake Zhazha-dong."

"So, you're Kakashi from another world! Welcome! Welcome!" Rin immediately smiled and pulled out a chair, gesturing for them to sit.

"Pfft! Another world's old man? You're not that short, but why are you so skinny? And what's with that getup? Trying to look cool? Who covers their eyes like that at your age? We stopped doing silly things like that when we were ten!

And why do you look so listless and weak?" Zhazha-dong, Empire Kakashi's son, couldn't help but rant, his face showing his disbelief.

"!"

Kakashi of the Ninja World's face twitched.

This little brat!

"Don't be so rude! Zhazha-dong!" Empire Rin gently patted her son's shoulder, chastising him.

"Pfft! I'm just stating the obvious! He does look really weak! I feel like I'm even stronger than him!" Zhazha-dong argued.

"Bang!"

In a flash of lightning, Ninja World Kakashi saw Empire Kakashi appear behind Zhazha-dong, delivering a heavy punch to the boy's forehead.

"You brat! How many times do I have to tell you to be polite!"

"But I'm not wrong! He does look weak! A guy like him would definitely embarrass our Hatake family in his world!

If he doesn't agree with what I said, then let him defeat me! If he can, I'll apologize!" Zhazha-dong covered his head and retorted defiantly.

"You little..." Empire Kakashi raised his fist again.

But Kakashi of the Ninja World waved him off:

"Wait! Let me have a match with him. I'm curious to see this kid's strength anyway."

"This..." Empire Kakashi hesitated.

"Hey, you've got some guts there, old man from another world," Zhazha-dong smirked.

"Hmm? But the food is just ready... At least let's finish eating first..." Empire Rin spoke up.

"Don't worry, Mom! I'll take care of this other world dad of mine in no time! The food won't get cold," Zhazha-dong boasted confidently.

"Huh?"

"You little punk..." Kakashi of the Ninja World rolled his eyes.

Outskirts of the Imperial Capital.

Kakashi of the Ninja World scanned the barren land around them and couldn't help but marvel, "I didn't expect that you'd have a space-time ninjutsu formation right in your residence. That's incredibly convenient.

"That's nothing. Many of the Imperial martial arts clans have these kinds of things, mainly for the convenience of combat and training. After all, martial arts are incredibly powerful, and when cultivated to a profound level, their destructive capabilities are immense. The Empire can't afford too much turmoil."

Empire Kakashi explained from the side.

"Hey! Dad, get out of the way! I'm about to duel with my dad from another world!"

In the distance, Kakashi's son, Hatake Zhazha-dong, drew a short sword from behind him and pointed it at Ninja World Kakashi as he shouted.

Hearing this, Empire Kakashi silently stepped aside and joined Empire Sakumo and Rin as spectators.

Ninja World Kakashi also drew a kunai from his waist pouch and pointed it at Zhazha-dong.

"Ha! Dad from another world, what's the meaning of this? As a member of the Hatake clan and Grandpa's son, where's your Hatake short sword? Or don't they know this in your world? Wait, are you looking down on me?"

Zhazha-dong's eyes sharpened as he spoke.

Empire Kakashi and Sakumo's expressions changed from a distance.

Sakumo frowned and said, "In the Ninja World... according to previous intelligence, Kakashi should have died when he was seven years old. At that time, I wouldn't have had the chance to teach him the Hatake sword style..."

"Maybe he wants to see Zhazha-dong's strength," Empire Kakashi said uncertainly.

The two fell silent and instead watched the pair intently.

"You little brat, stop talking rubbish. If you have the skills, just come and beat me, no matter what weapon I use."

Kakashi rolled his eyes, sounding somewhat reluctant.

"Tsk! How dare you look down on me!"

Zhazha-dong's expression became even more fierce.

Holding the short sword, he slowly exhaled.

Shhhraa!

In the next moment, a bolt of lightning flashed in his white hair.

"What's this?!"

Ninja World Kakashi's eyebrows furrowed.

"Huff..."

Zhazha-dong inhaled again.

Lightning arcs began to crawl over his body, and his hair stood on end.

"Lightning Breathing Technique! Third Stage! Followed by the Eight Inner Gates! Opening, Resting, Life, Injury, and Closing!"

With the final roar...

Zhazha-dong's chakra surged wildly, and the lightning arcs emitted a piercing shrill.

The currents of air around him were so strong that they caused Ninja World Kakashi's clothes to flutter from several meters away.

"This is ridiculous... Just a brat, and he's already so powerful..."

Ninja World Kakashi marveled as he quickly lifted his forehead protector, revealing his three-tomoe Sharingan.

"Hmph! Sharingan, is it? Then let's see if you can keep up with my movements..."

As the word "movements" left his mouth, Zhazha-dong had already transformed into a bolt of lightning! Left! Right! Left! Right!

The lightning flashed and vanished in an instant, flickering back and forth.

Ninja World Kakashi's eyes followed the lightning closely.

He could see it! So! He could block it! Until the next moment, when Zhazha-dong appeared in front of him and slashed with his short sword.

Ninja World Kakashi's pupils contracted as he raised his kunai to block.

But as the kunai made contact with the short sword, something surprising happened!

The kunai seemed to turn into a wooden stick, cleanly sliced in two! The short sword pointed directly at Ninja World Kakashi's throat.

"Hey! Is that all you've got?"

Zhazha-dong tilted his head and asked.

"You... won..."

Ninja World Kakashi remained silent for a moment before replying bitterly.

"Huh? Are you surrendering already? You carry the Hatake name and are from another world, and that's it?"

Zhazha-dong scowled, clearly unhappy.

"In my world, you underestimated me. Zhazha-dong's short blade is a specially crafted weapon, extremely sharp, and even more suited to lightning-attribute chakra and qi. When infused with these two energies, its sharpness and piercing capabilities are multiplied. An ordinary kunai wouldn't stand a chance. Do you want to try again?"

Empire Kakashi appeared beside Ninja World Kakashi and asked.

"Never mind, even if we tried again, the result wouldn't change. Your martial arts are too strong. I've started learning them, but I'm far behind. Although Zhazha-dong is young, in the Ninja World, he would be considered a Kage-level ninja. I can't beat him."

Ninja World Kakashi conceded with a carefree attitude.

"You're surrendering already... How boring. The other world's dad is too weak!"

Zhazha-dong sheathed his short sword and complained.

"Do you think everyone has it as easy as you?"

Empire Kakashi punched Zhazha-dong on the head and said, "Before His Majesty unified the Ninja World, we didn't have martial arts to cultivate. It was impossible for an eleven-year-old to reach Kage-level back then. You should be grateful to His Majesty and to martial arts! Instead of complaining about those who are just starting to learn, understand?"

"Tsk!" Zhazha-dong stuck his tongue out.

Whoosh!

Another piercing sound rang out as Empire Sakumo appeared beside him, looking at Ninja World Kakashi. He asked, "What about your White Fang Sword Style? Did you forget it?"

"Ah... I forgot about it since I haven't used it in a long time..." Ninja World Kakashi glanced at Empire Sakumo and replied.

"Are you interested in relearning it? I can also teach you the Lightning Breathing Technique," Empire Sakumo offered.

"Hmm? Are you willing to teach me, an outsider?" Ninja World Kakashi asked, surprised.

"Outsider? You're my son from another world; can you even be considered an outsider? If you don't mind, you can call me 'godfather' and address me as 'Little Kakashi,'" Empire Sakumo suggested.

"... ..."

Ninja World Kakashi remained silent, his gaze fixed on Empire Sakumo. After a long pause, he finally spoke up, "Thanks, Godfather."

As soon as he said this, Ninja World Kakashi's face turned slightly embarrassed, but fortunately, his mask hid his expression.

"Let's go," Empire Sakumo said with a smile, patting Ninja World Kakashi's shoulder.

"Huh? So you're acknowledging Grandpa as your godfather? What should I call you then? Little Daddy?" Zhazha-dong asked.

"Anything is fine," Ninja World Kakashi replied, rolling his eyes.

At that moment, Empire Kakashi handed Ninja World Kakashi a paper package and said, "This is a gift from your big brother. I heard from Yamato that you like this."

"Huh?"

Ninja World Kakashi was taken aback. He opened a corner of the package and saw a painting of a man and a woman embracing each other. The book's title, Intimate Series: Teacher, caused his face to turn red instantly, and he quickly closed the package, exclaiming, "What has Yamato been telling you guys about me?!"

"I told him... everything! Brother, although I understand your situation, you still need to take care of yourself. Your body is the foundation of a martial artist's strength," Empire Kakashi said earnestly.

Ninja World Kakashi was left speechless, feeling like his reputation had been completely ruined. My weakness has nothing to do with that! he thought angrily.

"Di di di... Facial verification successful, retina verification successful, blood verification successful, gene verification successful... Welcome, Professor Orochimaru."

In front of the cold, white, technologically advanced underground metal door, a cold electronic voice echoed.

The door slowly opened.

"Finally, I get to witness the scientific achievements of another version of myself... It's truly exciting..." Ninja World Orochimaru licked his lips in anticipation.

"What kind of research results has the other Orochimaru achieved? I can't wait to see it!" Ninja World Kabuto pushed up his glasses, his arms trembling with excitement.

"Hehehehe... Then, let's witness it with our own eyes. I'm sure it won't disappoint," Empire Orochimaru said as he stepped through the door.

Ninja World Orochimaru and Kabuto quickly followed.

Pa pa pa pa... One after another, a total of ten one-meter-thick metal doors opened, revealing what lay within.

There were numerous upright nutrient pods, each containing a non-human creature wearing a breathing mask and floating in green nutrient fluid.

These non-human beings came in all sorts of strange shapes.

By their side, people in white lab coats were constantly recording data.

They acknowledged Empire Orochimaru and Ninja World Orochimaru with a mere nod, showing no surprise at their presence.

"Are these... test subjects for the Cursed Seal?" Ninja World Orochimaru asked curiously.

"Cursed Seal test subjects? What's that?" Empire Orochimaru asked, intrigued.

Ninja World Orochimaru proceeded to explain.

Upon hearing this, a smile appeared on Empire Orochimaru's face. "So, they're mutated individuals who absorb natural energy. Impressive experiment, as expected of another version of myself. If I had to explain these bio-engineered humans, I suppose you could understand them that way. However, these modified beings are created by us after we customize their genes, so there won't be any unacceptable side effects. Look over there."

Empire Orochimaru pointed at a creature with a wolf's head and a human body. "That's a werewolf. They possess speed, strength, and regenerative abilities far superior to ordinary humans, and these abilities multiply at night. They can see in the dark and have combat capabilities comparable to a Jonin-level ninja."

"Incredible... Only the most exceptional of my Cursed Seal test subjects possess strength comparable to a Jonin-level ninja," Ninja World Orochimaru said, licking his lips.

"And those are vampires. Similar to werewolves, they don't have the same level of strength, but they are faster and can feed on blood to instantly heal any injuries. Their overall strength surpasses that of werewolves."

"Marvelous..."

(End of Chapter)

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