This is a short chapter and in next chapter Arthur might jump to another world to meet Someone which will be only 1 chapter after that imma spin the wheel and finally choose the female lead depending on what we get.
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October 8th marked a significant milestone. After weeks of work, I finally completed the seals for Excalibur and unlocked Rhongomyniad. Applying the same mana-based rune/seal combination to Rhongomyniad ensured both weapons would function seamlessly in any world while also not giving away their identity in one galnce.
When Jiraiya returned from his research, he and Hiruzen immediately held a strategy meeting. Their decision to avoid capturing Obito, or Tobi, caught me off guard.
"Wait," I interrupted, crossing my arms. "You're saying we let him run around causing chaos? What if he goes after another village?"
Jiraiya sighed, leaning back in his chair. "Look, Arthur, I get where you're coming from. But if Black Zetsu has really been pulling strings for millennia, do you think Obito is his only plan? If we move too soon, we could trigger something worse."
"Exactly," Hiruzen added, puffing on his pipe. "Knowledge is power. By monitoring their movements, we can prepare for their next move instead of walking into the dark."
I rubbed my temples in frustration. "Fine. But if we lose the chance to take him down, don't say I didn't warn you."
Despite my reservations, I reluctantly agreed to their plan. From that point, Konoha remained on high alert, and tensions ran high.
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October 10th – The Night of the Attack
The village was eerily quiet, a silence that prickled at my senses. Suddenly, alarms blared, and chaos erupted. Obito had infiltrated Konoha—not just the village but my own barrier.
"He got through?" I muttered, disbelief and irritation bubbling inside me. "That shouldn't have been possible."
Obito's presence meant one thing: he was never outside but was already in Konoha even before we set up the barrier. My instincts wanted to activate the Joker card and confront him, but before I could act, he retreated. Fighting Minato, Hiruzen, and Jiraiya all at once wasn't something even he dared to risk.
However, his brief intrusion had left a trail of destruction. Among the several injured was Biwako Sarutobi, Hiruzen's wife. I rushed to her side as soon as I heard.
"She's lost a lot of blood!" an ANBU operative reported, panic in their voice.
"Step back," I ordered, pulling out Avalon. The golden aura enveloped Biwako, stabilizing her wound and keeping her alive. "She'll make it, but she's unconscious. Someone needs to take care of Kushina—now."
Everyone exchanged nervous glances. The few medical staff on duty and Biwako was out of commission.
"Arthur..." Minato's voice cracked as he looked at me, his eyes filled with worry. "Please, do something"
I hesitated, glancing at Kushina. She was writhing in pain, her cries echoing through the room. I didn't have time to think.
"I'll do it," I said, summoning two clones. One immediately dashed off to find Mikoto Uchiha or any available nurse, while the other gathered supplies. I approached Kushina and knelt beside her.
"I'll do my best, Kushina-san," I said softly, placing a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "I won't let anything happen to you or the baby."
She nodded weakly, gripping Minato's hand as another contraction hit.
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Guiding Kushina through labor was easily one of the most nerve-wracking experiences of my life.
"Minato," she groaned, sweat pouring down her face, "if I don't survive this... protect Naruto."
"Don't talk like that!" I snapped, projecting as much confidence as I could. "You're strong, Kushina-san. You're going to make it, and Naruto's going to have the best mom ever. If you talk like that I won't be able to focus."
Minato squeezed her hand tighter. "He's right. You're the strongest person I know, Kushina. You can do this."
The hours dragged on as Kushina's labor continued. Minato stayed by her side, whispering encouragement while I worked to ensure everything went smoothly. My clone had returned with Mikoto, who immediately took over supporting Kushina emotionally.
"Arthur, you're doing great," Mikoto said, her voice calm and steady. "Keep it up."
"Easy for you to say," I muttered under my breath. "You're not the one staring at—never mind."
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As dawn broke, Kushina let out one final, piercing scream, and the room was filled with the cries of a newborn. Relief washed over everyone.
"He's here," I announced, holding the baby carefully. 'Naruto Uzumaki huh, or will it be Namikaze'
Minato's face lit up with joy as he reached for his son. Kushina, though exhausted, managed a weak smile.
"Naruto..." she whispered. "Our little Naruto."
I handed the baby to his parents, stepping back to give them a moment. Mikoto wiped her tears, and even my clones gave quiet nods of approval.
But the gravity of the situation quickly returned. Hiruzen and Jiraiya entered the room, their expressions grim.
"Obito's retreat doesn't mean this is over," Hiruzen said, addressing everyone. "Stay vigilant. The enemy won't give up so easily."
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As I left the room, exhaustion hit me like a ton of bricks. Healing Biwako, guiding a childbirth, and keeping my barrier intact after Obito's retreat all in one night—it was a lot. But as I glanced back at the Namikazes, seeing the joy on their faces made it all worth it.
Later, when I tried to erase the memory of the delivery from my mind, the Gallery skill thwarted me. I groaned in frustration.
"Of all the things to remember," I muttered, "why this?"
Garuda, perched nearby, let out a low chuckle. "Consider it a lesson in humility, little one."
"Yeah, yeah," I grumbled. "Next time, someone else is taking over."
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