Naruto: Uchiha is not Raikage!

He wanted to see if any living beings could enter from another dimension.

If the puppet clone is alright, his main body can go and check on it.

If the spirit communication fails, it means that the puppet clone has also disappeared.

Bang.

A cloud of white smoke billowed out, and Kiyoshi's puppet clone appeared beside him.

Kiyoshi released the puppet clone's chakra with a single hand seal, and the memories then flooded into Kiyoshi's body.

"It really is an alternate dimension."

Qing Si raised an eyebrow slightly.

In the original story, the Hokage of each generation were stuffed into the stomachs of the Shinigami summoned by the "Reaper Death Seal," which is why Kabuto Yakushi was unable to revive the Hokage.

This also proves that the stomach of the Grim Reaper and the Pure Land are not in the same place; otherwise, one could simply use the "Impure Earth Reincarnation Technique" instead of going to the trouble of freeing these souls from the stomach of the Grim Reaper.

"So……"

Qing Si formed a hand seal, and his figure vanished from the spot.

When he reappeared, he was on a vast, desolate wasteland.

This place is like a newly opened, pristine space, untouched by development.

There, a few scattered spirits wander.

They seemed to have completely lost their minds, living unconsciously in this space.

"There's oxygen..."

Kiyoshi stroked his chin.

Although he didn't quite understand the principles behind alternate dimensions, every alternate dimension that appeared in the story had oxygen.

The various dimensions within Kaguya's "Amenominaka," as well as Obito's "Kamui Dimension," and the dimensions appearing in "Boruto," all have oxygen.

Even the lunar surface has oxygen, and Naruto, Shikamaru Nara, Sai, and others can move around freely on the lunar surface.

Kiyoshi could only speculate that the moon's surface had a special barrier that increased the concentration of oxygen.

As for the principles behind these alternate dimensions, Kiyoshi is currently unaware of them.

"grim Reaper……"

Kiyoshi saw the tall figure of Death in the distance, a white dagger still dangling from its mouth.

This is the tool that Death uses to cut souls.

"Is it possible to control Death?"

Kiyoshi fell into deep thought.

There may very well be gods in the ninja world, but they are very well hidden.

For example, the evil god worshipped in Hidan's Jashin Cult uses techniques that are completely different from ordinary techniques.

"Curse Ritual: Spell Design", "Curse Ritual: Death Possession Blood", "Curse Ritual: Spear Counterattack", "Fear of Death", etc.

It is clear that this is a technique unlike any other escape technique.

The "King of Hell" summoned by Nagato is also set in the official guidebook as the king of the underworld who controls life and death.

Whether these two are truly gods remains unknown.

At least Kiyoshi realized that the Grim Reaper before him didn't seem like a god in the true sense.

It is more like a creation of "Yin" chakra.

He gave up his soul, signed a contract, and then let Death harvest the enemy's soul, before paying Death his own soul as the final payment.

This is the process of using "Dead Demon Seal".

Kiyoshi was wondering if it was possible to skip the step of sacrificing one's soul and let the Grim Reaper take the initiative to collect the souls of those who had passed away in the ninja world.

In this way, whether a war breaks out or someone dies of old age, this place will be filled with a large number of souls.

These souls can be used to nourish the sacred tree, making it grow stronger.

The soul carries all of a person's chakra; this is the principle behind why Obito was able to give Kakashi a power-up after his death.

"Perhaps we can develop a technique that targets the soul."

Kiyoshi stroked his chin.

He thought of Shisui's "Kotoamatsukami".

"Kotoamatsukami" modifies the human spirit and will, and the spirit and will are inevitably connected with the soul.

If one strengthens their eye power, or uses "Sage Techniques" to enhance it, can "Kotoamatsukami" affect the Grim Reaper?
Almost all energy in the ninja world boils down to the three words "chakra".

Death may well be unaffected by this.

Ultimately, the Grim Reaper is merely a creation native to the ninja world.

It could even be something created by someone from the Uzumaki clan using the "Yin-Yang Release Technique".

Of course, the truth can no longer be verified.

"Once my pupil power increases again, perhaps I can give it a try."

Kiyoshi glanced at the empty, desolate space and the hideous face of the Grim Reaper, left a few marks in this alternate dimension, and then departed.

"The chakra consumption is huge..."

Kiyoshi let out a breath.

After all, this involves traveling between two different spaces.

Boruto also expends a lot of chakra when he travels into the Otsutsuki's alternate dimension.

"Alright, all that's left is to collect the last of the tailed beasts."

Kiyoshi used Fire Release ninjutsu to burn the death row inmates on the ground.

In the blink of an eye, only a small patch of scorched earth and ashes remained on the grass.

Once all nine tailed beasts are gathered and the Divine Tree is planted in the alternate dimension, all that's needed is for the Shinigami to continuously collect the souls of those who have died in the ninja world, and the Divine Tree there will continue to grow.

In this way, Kiyoshi had a stable path to produce "Chakra Fruits".

Kiyoshi called it the "Divine Tree Cultivation Project".

Kaguya Otsutsuki's approach was completely short-sighted and unsustainable.

The most valuable thing on this planet is not "planetary chakra" or natural energy.

The most valuable thing is people!

Throughout the thousands of years of ninja history, the total chakra of all ninjas must have exceeded that of Kaguya Otsutsuki.

One person may be insignificant, but when that number expands to millions, tens of millions, or hundreds of millions, it becomes an immeasurable amount of chakra, like the ocean.

As long as there are enough ninjas and enough time, chakra will be produced continuously.

However, if this planet were completely drained, it would be impossible to produce ninjas.

The only option is to find another planet with life and energy to replant the divine tree.

Kaguya Otsutsuki was eager to fight against the Otsutsuki clan, whose arrival was uncertain, so her hasty methods were understandable.

Humans were able to learn how to refine chakra thanks to the Sage of Six Paths constantly traveling around the world and teaching the art of chakra.

That is the founding history of the Ninja Sect.

It allows people to connect mentally through chakra, thus eliminating conflicts.

Only Naruto, after reconciling with Kurama, could do this.

……

Several days passed.

A special guest has arrived at the Hokage's office.

They all wore headbands from the Hidden Cloud Village, marking their identities.

The Hidden Cloud Village delegation!
The leader was Darui, who had the typical appearance of a Kumogakure ninja: dark, rough skin, thick lips, and a body that seemed to be cast in bronze and iron.

You can see the characters "thunder" and "water" tattooed on his left and right shoulders respectively, and he carries a white ninja sword on his back.

"We in Kumogakure can agree to any of Konoha's demands, as long as you release Lord Raikage and Yugito."

Darui spoke in a deep voice.

He sized up Qing Si.

He was still very young during the Third Shinobi World War and never saw Kiyoshi's appearance in person.

This was the first time he had ever met Kiyoshi.

He felt a slight sense of pressure at first glance.

That's a warning instinct that the body has developed through years of fighting.

His subconscious was reminding him that Kiyoshi was a dangerous person!
"no problem."

Qingsi nodded.

This time, the Hidden Cloud Village gave up quite a lot.

The first thing was ceding territory and paying reparations.

By ceding Turtle Island to Konoha, they lost the method for cultivating perfect Jinchuriki.

Killer Bee and Yugito were able to quickly gain the approval of the Tailed Beasts thanks in no small part to the unique environment of Turtle Island.

This is why Kumogakure was able to produce two decent Tailed Beast Jinchuriki, and even a perfect Jinchuriki like Killer Bee.

Other countries have adopted extremely conservative approaches to the Tailed Beasts.

Both Konoha and Sunagakure have adopted the practice of sealing away the power of the Tailed Beasts, and will not use their power unless absolutely necessary, because it is easy to lose control.

The Hidden Rocks and Hidden Mist are self-explanatory.

The Fourth Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi, was considered a perfect Jinchūriki by outsiders because he and the Tailed Beast within him were controlled by Obito.

The Six-Tails Jinchuriki of Kirigakure, and the Four-Tails and Five-Tails Jinchuriki of Sunagakure and Iwagakure, can only be said to be able to use the power of the Tailed Beasts, but they cannot reach a perfect level.

The so-called perfection is to be in sync with the tailed beasts and have a resonance with them.

Chakra was originally a power of connection, so when a Jinchuriki resonates with a Tailed Beast, they can unleash even greater power.

Without this, the next Jinchuriki of Kumogakure will likely have a hard time controlling the Tailed Beasts.

Secondly, there is the substantial amount of money and resources required for compensation.

These losses also caused the Hidden Cloud Village considerable financial pain.

"Go and bring the Two-Tails Jinchuriki and the Raikage."

Qingsi spoke.

"Yes."

Uzuki Yugao, who had been waiting in a dark corner, immediately went to the Konoha prison.

Before long, she brought back two people.

Both the Raikage and Yugito were wearing specially made straitjackets. The straitjackets were extremely tough and contained the power of sealing techniques, preventing the two from using any ninjutsu.

After all, this is the center of Konoha, so protective measures are essential.

Darui didn't say anything when he saw the gray straitjackets on the two of them, he just nodded and let the person behind him help Mabui up.

The teakman shook his head, indicating that he didn't need it.

As she turned around, she secretly glared at Kiyoshi out of the corner of her eye.

She would never forget the humiliation that Uchiha Kiyoshi had brought her.

She'll find a way to pay it back someday.

"Darui, who is the Raikage now?"

The Fourth Raikage, Ai, asked weakly.

"It's still you, Fourth Generation Lord."

"Darui said respectfully."

"Yeah."

The Fourth Raikage was somewhat surprised.

Why do people in the village think so highly of him?
Knowing this, the Fourth Raikage fell silent; this was not the place to talk.

He didn't want to stay in Konoha for even a second longer.

"So nice to work with."

Kiyoshi smiled slightly and summoned an ANBU ninja to see the guest out.

Darui is the Fifth Raikage in the original work.

Their strength should not be underestimated.

The official guidebook says he possesses an overwhelming amount of chakra, and although his performance in "Boruto" is mediocre, he is a guy with great potential.

Of course, Kiyoshi didn't think Darui's lightning style was stronger than his.

He can generate electrical current directly from his cells, greatly enhancing both his Lightning Release ninjutsu and his Storm Release ninjutsu (a bloodline limit).

In this respect, probably no one in the entire ninja world can compare.

It's like Kiyoshi's body was specially modified into a container suitable for Lightning Release, something even the progenitor of the Yotsuki clan couldn't match.

…………

the other side.

"Kakashi?"

Rin Nohara, who was holding Mio Onohara, ran into Kakashi.

"Lin, it's been a long time."

Kakashi reached out and waved.

Rin Nohara has now retired from the front lines of ninja life and spends most of her time at Konoha Hospital as a pure medical ninja.

He also joined the Dark Division and usually carries out missions.

Over time, the two had much less contact.

"Is this the child you adopted?"

Kakashi looked at Nohara Mio. He had to admit that the child was fair-skinned and rosy-cheeked, just as cute as Nohara Rin was when she was little.

There was also a purple greasepaint on the child's face.

Kakashi guessed that this was a tradition of the Nohara family.

Just like the Inuzuka clan, they have worn red paint patterns on their faces for generations.

"Isn't it cute?"

When Nohara Rin talked about Nohara Mio, she nudged Nohara Rin's small face with her cheek.

"This is Uncle Kakashi. Say hello to Uncle Kakashi."

Nohara Lin spoke.

"Kakashi... Hello, Uncle."

Nohara Mio spoke in a childish voice.

"Um... hello."

Kakashi probably wanted to retort that he wasn't old enough to be an uncle yet.

However, seeing Nohara Rin's happy face, he was speechless for a moment.

Sometimes, due to a series of coincidences, what is missed is truly missed.

Kakashi felt a faint sense of melancholy.

If he had always valued his comrades, would his ending with Nohara Rin have been any different?
Kakashi had thought about this question more than once.

But he always thought about the Sharingan that Obito gave him before he died.

This made Kakashi feel guilty.

Obito belongs to... Irene.

As Obito's best comrade, he couldn't do something like stealing someone else's love.

With this left eye, I will watch over Rin and protect her for Obito.

Kakashi unconsciously touched the socket of his left eye.

Why is Uncle Kakashi covering his eyes?

Nohara Mio asked, puzzled.

"Hmm...that's an adult matter."

A complex expression flickered across Nohara Rin's face.

"If reincarnation really exists, Obito would probably be several years old by now."

Nohara Rin sighed.

She still remembers that silly boy who liked to fawn over her.

"Maybe."

Kakashi said in a low voice.

When the two started talking about Obito, the atmosphere suddenly became quite somber.

"Are you going to visit Obito, Kakashi?"

Rin Nohara took the initiative to start a new topic, looking at the flowers in Kakashi's hand.

"Yeah, it's been a long time since I visited him."

Kakashi managed a forced smile beneath his black mask.

Perhaps because Minato was very busy, Kakashi noticed that Minato rarely visited Obito.

After Kiyoshi became Hokage, he actually went there more often.

Kakashi knew that this involved complex political issues, and that period was related to the selection of the Hokage, so even Minato-sensei couldn't act according to his own preferences.

But as long as the result is good, that's fine.

Kakashi had been in the Anbu for many years and had become accustomed to the darkness.

Beneath the bright and beautiful surface of Konoha, there lies a dark and oppressive atmosphere.

This is an unavoidable problem; darkness exists everywhere in the world.

"That's it."

Nohara Lin nodded.

The two chatted for a while longer before parting ways.

Kakashi continued walking forward, holding the flower in his hand.

He stepped over the red torii gate and arrived at a memorial site.

There are many square stone tablets here; these are the memorial tablets awarded by Konoha to its heroes.

The hero's name will be engraved on top, and there will be a red Konoha symbol below.

Obito sacrificed himself for righteousness and even gave him his Sharingan, which undoubtedly aligns with the "Will of Fire" promoted by Konoha.

After wiping away some dust with a handkerchief, Kakashi took out the withered flowers from the bamboo tube under the memorial stone and put in the new flowers he had brought.

"I'm sorry I haven't been able to see you for a long time."

Kakashi stood before the memorial stone, rambling on about his past.

In the vast memorial site, Kakashi found himself all alone.

So he poured out his troubles and some interesting things he had encountered.

"There's something I want to tell you. I don't know if you still remember Kushina, who used to bring you food. Back then, everyone thought she would become our teacher's wife, but it seems she hasn't confirmed her relationship with Minato-sensei yet..."

"But she's pregnant and doesn't know who the father is. If you were here, you'd definitely worry that Kushina might run into a scumbag."

Kakashi sighed.

There was a figure hiding behind him, unnoticed by him.

In the bushes behind, there were faint traces of a mask swaying.

"There's one more thing. The little girl Lin adopted looks just like her when she was a child."

Kakashi's thoughts drifted back to the past.

His father was still alive then, and everyone was a student at the Ninja Academy.

At that time, Kiyoshi had not yet transferred to this school.

Everything was filled with a naive and beautiful wonder.

"Okay, it's time for me to go."

Ten minutes later, Kakashi also got up and left.

He still has his own tasks and cannot leave for too long.

No sooner had Kakashi left than a masked man in a black robe emerged from the bushes.

"Is this the intelligence you wanted to pass on to me?"

Obito spoke softly to Tobi, who was possessing his body.

Afei can communicate telepathically with other White Zetsu, and he can also use Afei to obtain information or give orders to other White Zetsu.

"When a woman who is a Jinchūriki becomes pregnant, the chakra used for sealing is transferred to the fetus in her womb, and the seal on the Tailed Beast is weakened..."

Afei kept repeating what Black Zetsu had told him.

Black Zetsu said that Madara told him this.

"Hmph, I know."

In Obito's eyes, the windmill-patterned Sharingan spun wildly.

My vision was instantly stained red, just like the blood-red color of the day the kaleidoscope was activated.

Lin's adopted child?

"Hehehe, naive Kakashi doesn't know the truth."

A twisted sense of pleasure flashed through Obito's mind.

Even Kakashi, who was treated so well by Rin back then, couldn't know the truth.

His body slowly disappeared from the spot.

Not long after, Obito walked out onto the street.

His black robe and his skill in concealing his chakra made him inconspicuous in the crowd.

He saw a familiar figure from behind.

That was the figure he dreamed of countless days and nights.

Time has shed her girlish naiveté and added a touch of mature womanly gentleness and resilience.

She was dressed in the uniform of a medical ninja, and was bending slightly, smiling gently at a little girl beside her.

As time went by, Lin became even more beautiful.

But to Obito, this was a rose with thorns.

Although beautiful, she wounded him all over.

Lin was no longer the Lin he knew.

Just as Obito was feeling disappointed and about to leave, he suddenly saw Nohara Mio turn around.

How pure and innocent they were!

Obito was deeply shaken.

She's practically a carbon copy of Lin...

She was still untainted by the ninja world... Rin!

Obito's Sharingan, which had been spinning, suddenly stopped, and he stared intently at Nohara Mio.

Beneath his cold mask, his heart seemed to be gripped tightly by an invisible hand, abruptly stopping its beating.

The figure ahead was like pure white moonlight, occasionally spilling a ray of light.

Nohara Mio has a head of smooth, short, jet-black hair, with a few strands clinging to her cheeks, which are also adorned with delicate purple patterns.

Her features, her eyebrows and eyes, especially her eyes that curved slightly when she smiled and the corners of her mouth that turned up... were exactly the image that Obito remembered.

A miniature version of "Nohara Rin," who always gently comforted him after training, was brave and fearless on the battlefield, and was forever pure and flawless in his heart!
Unlike the fake Lin before my eyes, who has experienced the trials of war and time.

This small figure possesses an innocent purity, a naive beauty, and a smile as warm as the spring sun...

That was the image of Rin that Obito had envisioned in his heart.

"Obito, we should go."

"It's Tobi, who's possessing Obito's body, reminding me."

Obito ignored Tobi's words, used the "Transformation Jutsu" to disguise himself, and followed the crowd.

But no matter where he went, Obito's gaze always managed to cross the crowd and lock onto Nohara Mio.

Is this a sign from heaven?

In this false world, he suddenly saw a glimmer of reality?
Such things should not be tainted by the ninja system.

Obito thought to himself.

A mix of intense excitement, profound confusion, and inexplicable sorrow violently assaulted his heart, which was already filled with hatred and despair.

This sudden feeling was so intense that it made him temporarily forget about "Kamui" and "Project Eye of the Moon".

Almost instinctively, he removed the orange tiger-striped mask, ran his fingers across his cheek, and his chakra surged. In an instant, he used the "Transformation Jutsu" to transform into an ordinary-looking middle-aged man dressed in casual clothes.

He needed an excuse to get closer.

……

Nohara Rin, who was holding Onohara Mio's hand, did not notice Obito behind her.

Having been retired from the front lines for many years, she has become much less adept at combat.

Furthermore, since she wasn't a ninja skilled in combat or sensory perception, she had no way of discovering Obito's whereabouts.

"The succession ceremony is almost here."

Rin Nohara thought to herself.

The Hokage must be very busy at this time of year.

The Hokage's exclusive haori is probably still under production.

Because the haori worn by the Hokage of each generation were made by the embroidery grandmother, who emphasized slow and meticulous work and strived for perfection, they were always delivered on time.

After her inauguration ceremony, perhaps she can appear openly and legitimately before us.

However, a trace of sorrow lingered in Nohara Rin's heart.

Kiyoshi was surrounded by many women.

In Rin Nohara's view, Mikoto Uchiha is someone who needs to be treated with great caution.

This is a woman's intuition.

What is the succession ceremony?

Onohara Mio asked curiously.

"It means officially handing over the reins to become Hokage."

Nohara Lin explained.

"So this is ah."

Onohara Mio seemed to have realized something.

"Where is Brother Qingsi?"

She asked about something else.

Why haven't I seen her brother, who used to give her candy, lately?
"He is busy."

Nohara Lin spoke.

The main figure in the succession ceremony is Kiyoshi, and he must have quite a few things to do. (End of Chapter)