My ninjutsu is not right

Chapter 322 Link's Will

The Sage of Six Paths, or rather, Hagoromo Otsutsuki, almost committed suicide.

After sealing the 'Divine Tree', he saw new possibilities in his son Ashura, so he took action to split the power of the Ten-Tails within him into nine parts, and threw the outer shell of the Ten-Tails into the moon to seal it.

Note that a normal Ten-Tails Jinchuriki does not die after losing the Tailed Beast, but becomes so weak that they appear to be dead and are unable to move for several months.

However, the reason and premise for it not to die is that the Gedo Mazo still retains a fairly strong vitality.

However, while the Sage of Six Paths was removing the Tailed Beasts, he also sealed away the Gedo Mazo to prevent the Ten-Tails from reviving. This was the direct cause of his aging and death.

A very trendy way to commit suicide.

The so-called new possibilities, simply put, are about trusting the power of everyone and believing that the power and future lie in the unity of purpose linked by love.

Therefore, he did not hesitate to sacrifice himself, hoping that his son could lead humanity to peace.

After all, in ancient times, people were ignorant and groping in the dark. Rare peace was either achieved by Kaguya Otsutsuki using the invincible power gained from eating the fruit of the God Tree to 'pacify the chaotic world', or by the invincible Kaguya establishing the Ninja Clan to 'pacify the chaotic world'.

To put it simply, it's about using overwhelming power to suppress all conflicts.

He may be able to deceive others with a facade of peace, but he cannot deceive someone who can use chakra to connect minds. He is willing to give his life for a new path.

Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned. The conflict between the two sons continued, and in the present world, the Ninja Sect has been transformed into Ninjutsu, leading to endless battles between them.

If he had believed in the prophecy of "the prophesied son changing the world" from the beginning, he wouldn't have seen his son forge a new path and willingly give his life.

By the time of the Fourth Shinobi World War, the fact that they trusted Naruto, the prophesied son, to change the world was simply because they had no other choice.

As a dead man, his power was limited, all of which was used to prepare for the resurrection of the Ten-Tails and to prevent the descent of the Divine Tree. He could only stay in the Pure Land and watch as people transformed the Ninja Cult he had painstakingly created into something else entirely.

Like that silent victim, watching the blond guy coughing, the rest couldn't pass the censorship.

To say he truly doesn't care about the present world would be pure self-deception, but what about reincarnation...?

The Sage of Six Paths gently shook his head. He was already disappointed enough with humanity in the present world. What difference would it make if he were resurrected?

He no longer wanted to use force to 'pacify the chaotic world'. The power of the Otsutsuki was too strong, and how could they achieve peace if they relied too much on such power?

It's better to continue waiting, waiting for the day when people can understand each other and connect with one another through love.

His past experiences taught him one thing: if one blindly believes in occasional hope, it will only lead to greater disappointment.

"After defeating Kaguya, what are your wishes for the future?" x2
The Sage of Six Paths simultaneously gazed at Link and Hashirama No. 1, posing the exact same question.

"do not know."

Hashirama No. 1 answered without hesitation, then scratched the back of his head and grinned foolishly, "Speaking of which, being able to meet the Sage of Six Paths is really like a dream."

"I don't have any ideas about the future. Maybe my younger brother Tobirama will have some plans."

"To be honest, since I was reincarnated, I have been thinking about what I should do in this new era, and it seems that all I can do now is to contribute my strength."

"Maybe I'm just not very smart."

"But I believe that one day we will be able to sit together and have a drink without having to use force to threaten each other."

"I also believe that everyone in the village is working towards this goal." He laughed heartily, seemingly unperturbed by his inability to come up with anything, and his words were devoid of any hesitation.

Once a decision is made, I will resolutely continue down this path.

From this perspective, he and Naruto are indeed very similar.

The Sage of Six Paths, however, was not moved at all, remaining calm. In his long life, he had seen far too many different kinds of people.

Good, bad, righteous, evil—no one's personality and desires are unique; they are limited by the times and the environment.

In a world of strife like the ninja world, a large number of people who cherish the ideal of peace are destined to be born.

However, striving for peace does not necessarily lead to a good outcome, or even to peace at all.

In the manga, even when he saw Sasuke controlling the nine tailed beasts to start a revolution, he calmly remarked: "Things have turned out this way."

Immortality is like this; what haven't I seen?
【What would your answer be?】The Sage of Six Paths, whose heart was usually calm and composed, felt a little curious.

He had asked the same question countless times, but this was the first time he had ever met such a special kid, a person who had truly ushered in a new era, and someone he could look forward to.

"A wish for the future?"

Link thought for a moment and said frankly, "Let's continue to get stronger, get rid of the things I don't like, live with my friends, and then explore other worlds and start new adventures."

He never even considered getting the Sage of Six Paths to serve him; that was highly unlikely. Aside from major events like destroying the ninja world, the Sage probably wouldn't bother to come out at all.

Surprisingly ordinary.

The Sage of Six Paths wasn't exactly disappointed, but he couldn't help asking again, "What are your thoughts on peace?"

“Peace…” Link scratched his cheek with his finger. “I suppose the peace you imagine, the peace of mutual understanding between people, is something that can never be achieved in my mind.”

"Humans are such creatures, separated by thick barriers of material and spirituality, and being misunderstood is the thing that humans have experienced the most."

He paused, thinking of his friends and the elders who trusted him, and smiled faintly: "But that's how it is, when people try to get closer to each other, try to understand each other, choose to trust each other, and make changes, that's what makes it so precious and beautiful."

"Perhaps peace will never come, perhaps all our efforts will be in vain throughout endless time."

"But at least we tried, right?"

"Start with yourself and make the world look a little better, no matter how much you can spread it."

"Live your own life well and try your best to make this world a better place." He looked into the eyes of the old man opposite him and said, "That's all."

He's not someone who likes grand narratives, and he doesn't like sacrificing anyone for the sake of empty and idealistic words like 'peace'.

Besides wanting to avoid being bullied, isn't the effort to become stronger also about upholding one's will?
Achieve a perfect ending through your own efforts.

This is Link's will.

“I understand.” The Sage of Six Paths nodded. A slight smile appeared on his usually calm face. “Although it’s still a very ordinary and mundane answer, perhaps you can do it with your power.”

He watched as Link slowly became transparent and disappeared into the mental space, silently thinking:
I will be watching over you.

(End of this chapter)