Chapter 9: Bijuu Aren't Power Banks? They're Pretty Savage?

Chapter 9: Bijuu Aren't Power Banks? They're Pretty Savage?

"It seems that you from another world are quite the fool, Naruto."

Empire Sasuke couldn't help but tease coldly.

"Well... maybe it's because I didn't practice martial arts..." Empire Naruto scratched his head.

"But... I've never even met my parents..."

Naruto Uzumaki from the original timeline scratched his head in confusion.

"Never met them? Why is that?"

Empire Kushina, Empire Minato, and the others exchanged surprised glances.

"Because Naruto's parents passed away shortly after he was born due to an accident," Yamato explained with a heavy heart.

"They died in an accident?"

The Empire group was shocked.

"That's impossible! Uncle Minato and Aunt Kushina are among the best in the Empire, even if we're just talking about pure ninja prowess; they're incredibly strong," Sasuke refuted, finding it hard to believe.

The others also wore expressions of disbelief.

"You don't mean to say that something happened to Minato and me when we were still young?

But that doesn't make sense either... If that were the case, how could Naruto have been born?

And by the time I gave birth to Naruto, Minato's strength would have been unparalleled. He definitely could have protected me...

Could it be that Minato from that world was weak? Completely unlike my Minato?"

Empire Kushina mumbled, her face filled with confusion.

"I suppose that must be it..."

Empire Minato forced a bitter laugh.

"It's not like that. Minato was incredibly strong.

The reason they died was because of the Nine-Tails' rampage.

Long ago, Konoha faced an attack from the Nine-Tails, and in the effort to protect the village, Minato sacrificed his life. Konoha suffered devastating losses as a result."

Yamato quickly explained, his expression resigned.

"The Nine-Tails rampaged?"

The Empire group was even more astonished.

"You mean to say that a Bijuu could bring a hidden ninja village to its knees?"

Empire Sasuke exclaimed in disbelief.

"Isn't it supposed to be an excellent chakra generator?"

Gaara, who had been quiet until now, chimed in.

"No way? That adorable Kurama actually killed people and destroyed a village? Unbelievable!"

Empire Naruto was equally astonished.

Witnessing the Empire group's reaction, the original Naruto and his team were taken aback.

What were they talking about?

Did they not know about the terror of the Nine-Tails, a Bijuu? It was a calamity-like monster with unparalleled destructive power. How could ordinary people hope to match it?

Wait, maybe the Nine-Tails in this world was weaker?

Yamato couldn't help but wonder.

"Sigh... I never imagined that Minato and I would die like that in the other world.

No wonder you're so skinny, little Naruto."

Empire Kushina sighed, her large eyes glistening with unshed tears. She quickly stepped forward and pulled the original Naruto into her embrace, gently stroking his head.

"You've been through so much, child..."

"Huh? H-Hey now..."

Naruto was at a loss for words, being suddenly hugged like this.

"Consider Kushina your mother as well, little Naruto."

Empire Minato took a step forward and spoke gently.

"Hahaha... In that case, doesn't that make me your uncle? Not too shabby! Little Naruto! From now on, you're my little brother!"

Empire Naruto walked up to the original Naruto and wrapped his right arm, sturdy enough to make the original Naruto's legs look thin, around him.

"Umm..."

Naruto's eyes reddened at the words.

A myriad of emotions swirled within him.

So, his father was Minato Namikaze, the legendary hero and Fourth Hokage.

Then... why did the villagers treat him like that if he wasn't some demonic fox but the son of a hero?

Maybe... they thought he was a fox demon and didn't know the truth?

But it's fine if the villagers didn't know, but how could the Third Hokage and the others be unaware?

This didn't make any sense to Naruto, and the more he thought about it, the more confused and upset he became, until he felt a stir in his soul.

The upsetting feelings suddenly vanished.

He began to think optimistically.

"Perhaps... this is a test from Father and Grandpa Sarutobi! As the son of the Fourth Hokage, how could I possibly think so ill of the people of Konoha?" Naruto shook his head inwardly.

"Alright, enough idle chatter. Let's go and meet His Majesty," Kankuro said, not forgetting his mission.

"Hmm... we should indeed go and see His Majesty. We mustn't keep him waiting too long," Kushina said as she let go of Naruto and gently patted his head.

"Then let's go, but there's no need to rush. His Majesty allowed us to come here, and I'm sure he's secretly observing us right now. He wants to see what will happen when two people from the same world meet," Empire Minato said with a smile, not forgetting to look up at the sky.

"Then let's walk and talk. We're curious about your world, Naruto. Can you tell us your story?"

"Sure! I'll tell you..." Naruto smiled optimistically and began to recount his story to the Empire group. He told them about graduating from the Ninja Academy, taking on small missions, his encounters with Zabuza Momochi and Haku, and participating in the Chunin Exams.

The Empire group listened intently, occasionally offering their own insights.

"Haku and Zabuza? I never expected their lives to be so tragic in your world. But here, Haku is a popular singer, and Zabuza is an excellent guard for the Water Country, always on duty on the water," Sasuke said.

"You trained with Jiraiya-sensei for the Chunin Exams? That's not bad. Jiraiya-sensei may be unreliable at times, but he's very strong," Empire Minato commented.

"So, in your world, I had only unlocked two tomoe of the Sharingan by the age of thirteen? I couldn't even beat the likes of Haku and Zabuza? You're just as much of a failure as you are here," Empire Sasuke scoffed.

"Orochimaru attacked Konoha? Your world's Orochimaru is quite capable, huh?"

Naruto continued to narrate his story, but he omitted some crucial details. Just as he was about to mention something important, Yamato stopped him. Among the things left unsaid were the near extinction of the Uchiha clan, with only Sasuke and Itachi surviving, and Sasuke's departure from Konoha in pursuit of revenge. Even the death of Hiruzen Sarutobi was kept hidden.

Soon, the group left the underground space and emerged onto the ground. They were greeted by an astonishing sight—towering buildings, some reaching hundreds of meters in height. The pedestrians on the streets were dressed in trendy and elegant clothing, making Sakura's eyes sparkle with envy.

However, before they could say anything, the people on the street caught sight of them and burst into delighted cheers:

"Ah!!! It's the Empire's Twin Stars, our pride! Lord Sasuke! Lord Naruto!"

"Lord Sasuke! Lord Sasuke! I want to have your baby!"

"Lord Naruto! Take me hard! I want to die under you!"

"Lord Minato! Our sun! Give us a smile! Smile, please!"

"Lady Kushina, please update your social media with your interactions with Lord Minato!"

"Lady Kushina! Kiss Lord Minato! Kiss him!"

The crowd went wild with enthusiasm.

A group of women rushed towards Empire Naruto, Sasuke, and Minato.

Seeing their fervor, Team Naruto was taken aback.

Naruto yelled, "Hey, hey, hey! Have these people gone crazy? Don't come over here!"

"Have his baby? Take her hard? These women are so shameless! How dare they say such things in public! Disgusting!" Sakura exclaimed, her face reddening.

But more than embarrassment, she felt anger. These damn women were even more brazen than those from her world. No matter the universe, they all seemed to have a thing for Sasuke.

However... it was surprising to see that this world's Naruto was also so popular.

(End of Chapter)

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