A Journey Through the Universes

Chapter 146: Ten years

– “What a strong leap in characteristics and talents… it was worth it. Almost everyone has risen in rank. Yoton disappeared, but Onmyeton appeared, which is logical. Rinnegan now has a great talent, instead of a small one, then it will probably have to raise the rank of talent with the help of training.” –

The power surged in his body, as if asking him to release it. This can be compared to an itch or a sudden rush to “stretch” and stretch.

Due to the sudden rise in strength, Tetsuya experienced a temporary sense of “omnipotence”. It seemed as if it was enough to raise his hand so that the whole world was in his palm, but this was all an illusion and he knew it perfectly well.

– “My chakra level just soared into the sky… I can’t adequately calculate its amount, but about a few bijou … Yes, my chakra level is about the same as the general level of several tailed ones, but this is not the most important thing. The chakra itself has changed. It became thicker… more powerful. Her healing factor has risen even more strongly in the level, which, coupled with my newly enhanced regeneration, gives me an outrageous vitality and speed of chakra recovery… Can I still call myself human?” –

Kuro stared in shock at Uzumaki examining himself – “At this rate, he will reach the level of his mother’s powers even before rebirth, or even surpass… Dangerous…” –

Three wooden clones approached their original and wanted to do some cosmetic procedures, but something went wrong.

– Hah, it doesn’t take. – the clone smiled wryly when the sharp kunai was unable to cut Tetsuya’s regrown hair

– Here too. – responded two clones that expected to shorten the nails

– Imbue kunai with the wind chakra. Tetsuya shrugged his shoulders, to which the clones looked at him with skepticism. – “We, it’s you. Do you really think that because of the cloning technique, we were deprived of intelligence?” –

The clones didn’t say it out loud, instead they imbued kunai with the wind chakra and finally cut off the hair and nails.

And if the nails were immediately disposed of, then Tetsuya left the hair – “Hmm. They conduct the chakra perfectly… Make a bowstring out of them and you will get a killer thing.” –

– You’ve become stronger. – Zetsu said a little nervously, attracting Tetsuya’s attention – Now it is possible to unite the world and revive Kagyu. –

– No. – Tetsuya answered instantly – I think the strength is not enough yet. I still need time. –

– Well, I think it’s worth playing it safe and gaining even more strength before the unification of the world. You’re right. The rebirth of the mother is at stake, it’s not worth taking another risk. – Zetsu spoke with an intelligent look, but inside he was shouting – “Bastard! You have more than enough strength to drive all countries under the “heel”! You’re an asshole trying to get stronger so you can have a voice in front of your mother! And don’t start singing about other Ootsutsuki! It is more profitable to revive Kagyu first, and then, together with her, is already preparing for their arrival! Phew. Hush, hush. It’s too late to change anything, we should have thought earlier. Now there is only hope that he will keep his word.” –

While Zetsu was indulging in disappointing thoughts, Tetsuya approached Madara and sat down next to her in the lotus position – “Well, Uchiha does not give up, with his will it is not surprising… How many years had he already spent in the illusion in those seven hours? Heh, maybe he thinks he’s going to die soon and that’s why he’s pulling the strap? Sorry to upset you, but you’ll have to trample the ground decently, Madara.” –

And time flew by again. An hour. Two. Three…

Tetsuya sat and sorted himself out, more precisely in the increased strength, and Madara continued to resist the “naruto therapy” inside izanami, but even such a strong-willed Uchiha like him would not be able to withstand so many sessions of “naruto therapy”.

Slowly Madara’s eyelids lifted. The old man, lying on the floor, lazily examined the room in which he was.

– You’re awake. Tetsuya grinned like a fox

– Oh, my God… – Madara exhaled and rolled his eyes, as soon as he heard Uzumaki’s voice – I spent ten years in this illusion… and not for a minute, not for a single fucking minute did you shut up with your offer of alliance and reconciliation with fate. Battle after battle, year after year. You should know, Uzumaki Tetsuya, how you got me… –

– Hey! That’s why you enjoyed our battle! Isn’t this a dream come true? Tetsuya squinted slyly while a wide smile shone on his impudent face

– A dream? – Uchiha muttered, as if trying the word to taste, and then as if he went berserk – A dream come true!? Yes, it’s more like a nightmare come true! I enjoyed the battle only for the first month, and then it started to annoy me unbearably! – Madara broke down and spat, like at a psychologist’s appointment

– Quiet, quiet, what’s the problem? I thought you liked a good fight… –

– And? I love! I love you very much, but only when you have at least some chance of winning! Ten years of defeats! Ten years of battles that invariably ended in my defeat! And as the cherry on the cake is that you constantly dripped on my brain during these very battles! No respect for old age and a rival! There was no such thing under Hashiram! –

– Yes, it was, I’m sure it was. Tetsuya waved his hand, smiling like a Cheshire cat

– No, it wasn’t! –

– It was, it was, you just didn’t notice, probably… –

– No, it wasn’t! That’s it! Enough! Silence! I didn’t accept my fate to listen to your damn voice again! –

A moment of silence…

Madara closed his eyes and began to enjoy the silence and tranquility. Slowly, a small smile appeared on his face. The old man literally “tasted” peace and quiet, whatever that meant.

Tetsuya, meanwhile, was looking at Madara with amusement, which made Uchiha even more nervous.

One minute. Two. Three.

Gradually, Madara felt that the joy of finding silence was passing, and all because this red-haired demon was burning a hole in him. “Hashirama, you bastard, it was you who gave birth to this fucking monster… So that everything in the next world itches.” –

With a heavy and even desperate sigh, Madara raised his eyelids – Well, what? –

Tetsuya grinned, “Madara, are you ready to become my ally?” –

From these words, the old man’s face distorted, as if it was almost physically painful for him to hear this phrase – Yes, I’m ready. I agree to be your ally. And now that I’m your ally, can I ask for a favor? –

– Of course! –

– thanks. And so. Is it possible never, under any circumstances, not to say the set of words that recently left your mouth? –

– Madara, are you ready to become my ally? Tetsuya added with a smile that Uchiha desperately wanted to crack

– Yes. This set of words. – Madara nodded lying down, pursing his lips – It’s better to forget about him altogether. –

– Oh, for you, anything. So, now tell me if you know about our plan. –

– Oh, I know everything. And about Kagyu, and about aliens who are going to visit our earth and destroy humanity. The unification of Shinobi into one empire under your supervision… I am aware of all events. –

– It looks like I’ve told you quite a lot in the illusion. –

– Yes. I loved those rare moments when your filthy mouth said something new… –

Tetsuya stretched, got up – Well, we’re going back to Konoha… –

– Wait. – Madara said sharply – There was no question about it. I become your ally, I help with the plan, but there is no desire to return to Konoha. –

– Huh? Actually, I was going to make you a Hokage. –

– Are you crazy!? Me?! Hokage!? You know what you’re saying!? Madara stood up abruptly, leaning on his hands

– Quite. Tetsuya shrugged his shoulders

– No one will support you in this endeavor. Everyone remembers my battle with Hashirama. Everyone remembers the threat hanging over their heads. –

Tetsuya put his hands behind his head, looking at the old man – Perhaps no one will believe you, but my word has quite a good weight. Especially when I become Emperor. –

Madara wanted to be a little more embarrassed, but Tetsuya was faster – And even if my words are not enough, I will definitely be able to make you a Konoha shinobi, and then you yourself will prove the seriousness of your intentions and achieve the lost respect and trust. –

Uchiha silently stared at Tetsuya.

After about two minutes, Madara vaguely exhaled – Why did you even think that I would return to Konoha, much less become a Hokage? I’ve become your ally, that’s enough! This is more than enough. –

– Imagine Tobirama’s face when he finds out that you have become a Hokage. Uzumaki grinned

– And? – Madara twitched his eyebrow

– He will turn over in his coffin when the Hokage hat is placed on your head. –

The old Uchiha folded his arms on his chest and looked at Tetsuya with a strange look

– what? Uzumaki spread his hands

– What did Tobirama do to you? Such a malicious and insidious plan … – Madara shook his head

– He? Nothing. In fact, I sympathize with him. I like Tobirama much more than Hashirama. –

– Oh, I see. Assholes are attracted to each other, and I thought who do you remind me of… it’s easier to believe that you are the son of Tobirama, not Hashirama. –

– So what’s your answer? Will you become one of the Kage in my empire? –

Madara thought silently for a few minutes, looking at Uzumaki’s smiling face, and then said – Before I answer, I want the black bastard to answer a couple of my questions. –

– “Madara, there is no tolerance for you” Well. Tetsuya nodded. Kuro, come in! –

Five seconds later, the door slowly slid away and Zetsu appeared in the aisle – Was it called? –

Madara gave the humanoid a cold, but at the same time calm look – Yes. I have a few questions for you. –

– Oh~ oh. – Kuro drawled, coming up – I will be happy to answer them. –

– Izuna. My younger brother… Were you involved in his death? –

– No. – Zetsu calmly replied, tilting his head to the side – At that time you already had a mangekye sharingan, so it was unnecessary. –

Uchiha’s gaze sharpened and became like a sword

– Yes, you think right. I may not be involved in Izuna’s death, but that doesn’t mean I’m not involved in the deaths of your other loved ones, because it was important to me that you awaken mangekye. –

Madara glared at Kuro, but Tetsuya did not interfere, as he secretly looked into the future to prevent adverse events.

– I’ll say more. The enmity between Senju and Uchiha was not born from scratch. I specifically manipulated the belligerent parties so that one of the parties to the conflict hired Uchih, and the other Senju. All these rumors about the fact that Senju and Uchiha are the strongest clans and therefore, in order to resist the Uchiha, it is necessary to hire Senju, nonsense. Both clans are a little stronger against the background of the others only because the chakras of Asura and Indra were reborn in them. – Kuro Zetsu shifted his gaze to one Uzumaki – More precisely, it was like that before this anomaly was born. –

– I see. – Madara said calmly, although he looked at Kuro with a terrible look – Well, I agree to return to Konoha … and I also agree to try to become Hokage. –

– Great – Tetsuya clapped his hands and rubbed them – But before we go to the Senju residence, we need to rejuvenate you. –