"Obito... At first, I liked that kid the most."
"Because I was very envious of him and had placed my dreams on him."
"I hoped my child, Naruto, would grow up to be as cheerful and straightforward as he was in the future."
"Even if he had some shortcomings, even if his mind wasn't flexible, even if he was a bit arrogant, it didn't matter."
"As long as he values his friends equally, is diligent, and never gives up on his dreams! I just hope Naruto can be as strong as that."
"Because then, at least Naruto wouldn't be lonely and wouldn't have regrets..."
Kushina stood on her tiptoes and looked at the clones of Minato and Naruto in the bedroom, with happiness and hope on their faces.
This was the simplest and most beautiful love a mother could have for her child.
Because of that, she used to care for Obito very much and treated him almost like her own son.
She once hoped that her children could become cheerful and straightforward people.
"What about now? Obito has changed a lot from what you hoped."
Kushina bit her lip, her expression slightly gloomy.
Just like when she first learned that the Masked Man was Obito, she felt a mix of emotions and was very uncomfortable.
"I'm sorry, I'm not good at teaching anyone."
"The first half of my life was a mess. It was only because I met Minato that I gradually became better."
"I don't know whose fault it is that Obito turned out this way, and I don't know if I should forgive him..."
"I just hope Naruto doesn't become like this in the future."
"No matter what the reason is, as long as he starts down a lonely dead-end path, he will definitely be very tired and in pain..."
"In the end, when the time comes for it to be irreversible, I hope it's not Minato or Kakashi who ends Obito."
"The pain of killing a student and a close friend with your own hands may never be forgotten for the rest of your life..."
Kushina's tone was very soft, and she spoke very carefully.
It turned out that she did not hate Obito, but she felt scared every time she thought that Naruto would become an orphan. She was not qualified to forgive Obito on his behalf.
She just hoped that this pain wouldn't continue to worsen and wouldn't claim the lives of others.
She kept looking at Kakashi seriously.
She just didn't want to see Kakashi break away from his best friend again.
At that time, no matter who lived or died, the one left would live in pain for the rest of their life and might even suffer from mental disorders.
Hearing this, Lux shook his head and laughed, and stopped asking further.
He could only sigh in his heart; no wonder Minato fell in love with Kushina.
Although Kushina might have a bad temper, she was actually gentler and kinder than others!
However, with things looking like this, Lux might as well refine his plan a bit and try not to let Minato kill Obito himself.
This was a small help for Kushina and Naruto's future.
But plans are still plans; reality is reality.
Lux didn't dare to guarantee how Parallel World 4 would develop in the future.
If Obito could seriously affect the progress of his unification, Lux would never hold back!
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*WHOOSH*
The Yellow Flash suddenly appeared in the living room.
Apparently, Minato had returned early.
"Minato!"
"Kushina!"
"Why are you back?"
"The ceasefire agreement with Kumogakure will be officially signed tomorrow morning. I was supposed to stay in Kumogakure tonight."
"But I'm not used to staying there, and I also want to come back to spend time with you and Naruto..."
"Just come back tomorrow morning."
"Don't worry, no one knows!"
Lux: "🤭"
"Tsk tsk tsk, with Kyuubi providing a large amount of chakra, Flying Thunder God Minato is getting better and better now! Separated by two great nations, he suddenly teleports back. What a luxury to spend time with his wife just to taste her dinner!"
"Also, could you stop showing your affection in front of me?"
"Cough--!"
The loving gaze between Minato and Kushina was interrupted. Minato awkwardly touched his head and asked Lux.
"Sir, you're here too! Sorry..."
"..."
"Kakashi?..."
"It's fine, let him sleep for a while."
"Oh!" Minato didn't ask further and started discussing business.
"Sir, where are the Second Hokage and Danzo?"
"It's been taken care of. Tobirama personally took action and taught Danzo a lesson. He was sent out of the village and dispatched to Sunagakure."
"Did the Second Hokage really send him to Sunagakure?"
Minato was surprised.
When he first heard this proposal, he was a bit shocked and worried.
However, he still had enough trust in Tobirama and approved this treatment for Danzo.
It was better than leaving Danzo in the village.
Still, Minato was quite worried.
It wasn't that he didn't trust Danzo; it was just that there were too many threats and temptations from the outside.
What if Sunagakure specifically chose to exploit Danzo's weaknesses?
But not all old friends could hold him back!
"Rest assured, even though Danzo will do anything to gain an advantage, he would even betray the interests of the village."
"But he himself would not betray Konoha. Tobirama knows this too, which is why he sent him to Sunagakure."
Lux could also guarantee this.
Although Danzo had his flaws and had done many bad things, he was indeed very loyal to Konoha.
Until his death, he never thought of begging for mercy, let alone betraying the village.
After all, Tobirama was still here.
If Danzo truly dared to betray Konoha, then next time, it wouldn't be as simple as just tearing his skin.
"Alright, I hope Danzo can succeed!"
Minato no longer thought about that issue.
In his eyes, it was not a big deal.
It would be better if Danzo could defeat Sunagakure; even if he failed, it wouldn't matter.
Even if a rebellion did occur, it would only be a matter of Bijudama.
"By the way. Minato, is it true that you accidentally killed the Fourth Raikage?" Lux suddenly gossiped.
During this period, under constant stimulation, Minato had indeed changed a lot, and he had become more proactive in his actions.
But killing the Fourth Raikage was completely unexpected for Lux, even though it was a good thing.
"It's really unexpected..."
Minato smiled bitterly; he indeed accidentally killed the Raikage.
"At first, I just wanted to defeat him and force Kumogakure to stop the war. Unexpectedly, he was too bold and chose to confront the Bijudama I shot, and then he accidentally got thrown to his death..."
Minato spoke honestly, and Lux had no doubts anymore.
The past Raikage had that kind of character, the type that would never admit defeat in battle, let alone in a life-and-death fight full of surprises, so Minato didn't need to lie.
"It's not a problem; it's better for Konoha to kill him."
"But now, the entire ninja world is dominated by your renowned reputation. You have almost become the greatest villain. Every village is thinking of ways to target you."
Lux joked cheerfully.
"I know, but fame isn't a bad thing. As long as I'm still here, I can better protect the village and enhance the village's voice!"
Minato's political sharpness was not bad, and he did not reject that false title.
As long as it was beneficial for the village, that so-called title was actually good.
At least as long as he was alive, the benefits would definitely outweigh the losses.
Just like Senju Hashirama back then, he protected the peace of Konoha for more than ten years just with the title of the God of Shinobi.
"Also, Sir, what do you think the village should do next?"
Although he already had ideas in his mind, Minato decided to ask Lux for his opinion. It was out of respect, but also because he wanted to find out what was missing.
"I don't mind; you are the Hokage."
"How should the village develop in the future? How should the village be exposed to the outside world? It's up to you to decide."
"As Hokage, you cannot be easily influenced by outsiders!"
Lux didn't continue to encourage Minato, and many things were excessive.
If Minato was easily influenced by himself today, then he might be influenced by others tomorrow.
Only by strengthening his will could Minato become a good Hokage and maintain long-term peace after unifying the ninja world!
"Okay, I understand!"
Minato did not hesitate; he was very straightforward.
After truly reclaiming the authority of Hokage and taking over Konoha's future, he became more resolute.
"One more thing."
"Sir, please speak."
"How long will it take you and Konoha's main force to return?"
"I can leave after signing the agreement tomorrow. The main force needs three days to return…"
"Okay. I will come to meet you in four days and take you to the ninja world 50 years ago."
"Ah?"
Minato was stunned; it was a bit too sudden.
"Is there any inconvenience?"
"No... no. Can I also travel through space and time and go back to the past?"
"The Shodai and Nidaime can come and see you, but can't you go and see their era?"
"What's wrong?"
Lux said casually: "Nothing serious. They should be capturing the nine Bijuu there, and I will take you to meet them."
"It would be a good idea for both Kyuubi to meet and exchange experiences with each other."
"Don't worry, this isn't to scare Kyuubi!"
Minato nodded in confusion, not feeling disgusted.
It would be better to say that he was also looking forward to the journey back to the past to see the era when Konoha was founded.
"Great!"
"But do I need to prepare something? Like a gift?"
"No, for Hashirama and the others, you are the best gift!"
Minato: ミﾟДﾟ彡!
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Meanwhile, on the other side.
After taking the Sharingan and fleeing back to the base, Obito was also not idle.
Although this crushing defeat was a huge blow to him, and it reinforced his psychological shadow of Minato, it couldn't defeat him, nor could it weaken his determination to realize the Moon Eye Plan!
Moreover, after taking a pair of Mangekyo Sharingan, Double Kamui could attack while advancing, and he could defend while retreating; it could also enhance the speed of phasing and absorbing people, plus the side effects of the Hashirama Cell weakening.
This was almost perfect!
Even Obito could later activate Susano'o.
For him, this was clearly an extraordinary improvement in every aspect.
The immense satisfaction caused by the sudden increase in power also made his confidence rise a bit.
Since Obito returned to the base, he repaired his arm and quickly set off again.
"Obito, where are you going?"
Black Zetsu and White Zetsu merged back into Zetsu and asked Obito.
"Going to recruit people and capture Bijuu!"
White Zetsu said in shock: "What? Are you going to start capturing Bijuu now? But Madara-sama's resurrection isn't ready yet, and there are still heretical demons…"
"There's no time to delay. I've been exposed, and Madara's plan might also be exposed."
"If this continues, Bijuu from every village could fall into Konoha's hands."
"Next, if I want to defeat the Fourth Hokage and regain the Rinnegan, I need to gain stronger power! My Mangekyo alone isn't enough; I also need Bijuu's power!"
"You don't want Madara's plan to fail, do you?"
Obito looked at Zetsu coldly and asked fiercely.
He almost understood Zetsu's weaknesses.
He was confident that the other party would likely agree.
Sure enough, Black Zetsu hesitated for a moment and finally agreed: "He's right!"
"Well then, let's bet and start capturing Bijuu first!"
"That's better than waiting in vain…"
After planning and preparing for so long, the costs incurred were enormous, and Black Zetsu didn't want to give up from the bottom of his heart.
It was better to let Obito take the risk, and after taking back the Double Kamui, it was indeed possible for him to quickly defeat and gather all Bijuu.
"Ah? Are you serious? Obito is crazy, terrified half to death by his own teacher!"
"Shut up! Spread all available White Zetsu to gather information. I want to know the locations of all the other Bijuu as soon as possible!"
"Okay, okay…"
In response, White Zetsu accepted the order and began to act.
Obito turned his gaze and looked into the distance.
He clenched his fist, gritted his teeth, and swore.
"Isn't that the Jinchuuriki of Kyuubi? Just wait until I become the Jinchuuriki of Juubi and transform into Jinchuuriki."
"Minato-sensei, I will defeat you!"
In the next moment, Obito vanished from his spot and immediately began capturing Bijuu.