Sasuke, Just Born, and Madara, Nearing Death of Old Age

"Rest assured, Your Majesty, we simply wish to view the Poneglyph stone that is kept in the royal collection."

Meikyō put it very directly.

Cobra paused for a moment, then quickly exchanged glances with his two trusted men below before smiling again and nodding in agreement.

He had no right to refuse someone whose strength far surpassed Crocodile's.

Not to mention that, because of Vivi's relationship with Koala and Kuina, the relationship between the two sides is quite harmonious, Cobra also wants to form an alliance with such a powerful expert.

"Yes, but I hope Mr. Yoriichi will not reveal this matter."

Cobra thought for a moment, then added a sentence before getting up to lead the way.

The Meikyō had no interest in the Poneglyph; it was Robin who made the request after contacting Den Den Mushi.

Anyway, he already knew roughly what was recorded on this Poneglyph stone, which was nothing more than related to the location of the Pluton Battleship.

This thing is buried in Wano Country.

The fact that the World Government erased the Void Century and the Ancient Script must mean that the truth behind it could conceal the World Government's rule over the world.

The Poneglyph record nothing more than the Ancient Great Kingdom eight hundred years ago, and the events that occurred over the next century. During this period of dynastic change, Imu and the twenty kings who established the World Government certainly played some dishonorable role, and the Poneglyph do indeed record information related to the incredibly powerful Ancient Weapon—

With public opinion combined with powerful forces, they would naturally perceive these things as a threat to their rule.

Naruto World, Uchiha Clan Compound.

The clan chief's mansion was filled with laughter and joy.

This is because it's the day the clan chief's second son is celebrating his full moon.

Uchiha Fugaku, beaming with health, greeted each guest.

Now that he himself has become Konoha High Command, the various conflicts between the Uchiha Clan and the old high-ranking members no longer exist. After the reform of the Konoha Military Police Force, the conflicts with the villagers have also been alleviated to some extent. As time goes by, these conflicts will eventually dissipate into nothingness.

Among the many high-ranking officials in Konoha, Dan Katō was too busy to attend in person, but the presence of his wife Tsunade and his disciple Meikyō was enough.

After Orochimaru became the leader of Root, he handed over all matters to Mitarai Shīshō, only responsible for controlling the overall direction, and devoted himself to scientific research, and did not attend any events.

The Third Hokage was also absent – as the former Hokage, he would theoretically be a high-ranking official in Konoha regardless of the circumstances.

Logically speaking, since the Education Department doesn't have so many responsibilities, the Third Hokage could certainly come if they wanted to. However, given the relationship between the senior officials he represented, he did not attend in person.

However, Asuma and Sarutobi Biwako did show up, and the latter even hugged Sasuke for a while, which was considered a sign of respect.

Among the remaining high-ranking officials, Minato Namikaze made a special trip to come with Kushina, who had relatively free Torifu Akimichi in the Logistics Department, also came with the current Ino -Ino-Shika-Cho.

"Little Sasuke is really cute!"

Kushina looked at Sasuke in Mikoto's arms and said with a hint of longing and envy.

Hearing the praise for his younger brother, Uchiha Itachi couldn't help but smile.

"Speaking of which, Kushina should be here soon, right? So, Minato, have you decided on a name yet?"

After dealing with the guests, Uchiha Fugaku walked over with a smile and asked.

Kushina's belly was already quite large. It was only because she was a ninja and possessed the Sage Body of the Uzumaki Clan that Kushina could still walk at this stage.

Of course, this was with Minato supporting him the whole way.

"Ah, I haven't decided yet. Kushina initially planned to use Menma name, but I prefer Naruto."

Minato Namikaze replied with a sunny smile.

"Um... Menma and Naruto? Does that mean something?"

Uchiha Fugaku clearly did not expect that Minato and his wife would both choose such names.

"Menma" means dried bamboo shoots, and "Naruto" means Naruto roll; both are common ingredients in ramen.

"Kushina thought of Menma because she craved ramen with bamboo shoots during her pregnancy. As for Naruto, he's the name of the protagonist in Jiraiya's book."

"Yeah, yeah, Minato goes to Ichiraku Ramen every day after work now. Anyway, it doesn't take much time to get to and from work with the Flying Thunder God Technique."

Kushina chimed in from the side.

"A name from Jiraiya- senpai's book?" Fugaku was even more bewildered.

Did he remember that Jiraiya's books weren't like that? Although they were very well written, using the protagonist of that kind of book as the title...

No, he remembered that the main character wasn't called that when he watched it before.

"Sasuke a handsome boy with the Mangekyo Sharingan. He will surely grow into an excellent ninja like Meikyō and Shisui in the future."

Uchiha Yu, leaning on his cane and stroking his beard, looked at Sasuke, who was being held in Mikoto's arms, and said.

"Ah, Sasuke will surely be able to shoulder the glory of the clan together with Itachi in the future."

Uchiha Fugaku said with a smile.

"Um."

Uchiha Yu glanced at Uchiha Itachi and nodded in satisfaction.

Itachi often trained with Shisui, and Shisui frequently consulted Uchiha Yu on various matters. Therefore, Uchiha Yu Uchiha Itachi quite familiar with Itachi's situation and would occasionally offer him guidance, showing great satisfaction with him.

Judging from his current performance, Itachi's ninja talent may not be inferior to that of Meikyō and Shisui.

With the addition of Uchiha Obito, who has already awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, the next generation of the Uchiha will be even more prosperous!

However, in Uchiha Yu's view, it could actually prosper even more.

"Meikyō, look at Fugaku, who's your generation, he already has two kids, Minato's child is almost due, and even Obito, who's almost ten years younger than you, has a girlfriend who's always by his Obito. So what about you..."

Uchiha Yu spoke to Meikyō with a meaningful expression.

"Ahem, Grandpa Yu, didn't we say before that there was no rush?"

Meikyō replied in a slightly embarrassed tone.

"That's all from last year's almanac."

Uchiha Yu shook his head.

What kind of ancient almanac was last year?!

Meikyō couldn't help but look to Fugaku, Minato, and the others for help.

Fugaku casually tapped Sasuke's cheek with his finger.

Minato gave an awkward laugh and scratched his head.

He didn't know how to help Meikyō.

"It's alright, Elder Hane. Kushina Meikyō a match with the outstanding girls in the village. High-quality unmarried men like Meikyō are very popular among the girls, so there's no need to worry about not finding one."

At the critical moment, it was Uchiha Mikoto who came to Meikyō's rescue.

Meikyō looked at Mikoto with gratitude.

"Indeed, I should look around more. Before I met Mikoto, I was focused on revitalizing my family and looked down on ordinary women. Meikyō should also travel around more to meet the right person."

Uchiha Fugaku said with a smile, and then exchanged a glance with the somewhat shy Mikoto.

"I really can't give you much Meikyō on this, since Kushina and I have known each other since we were in the Ninja Academy."

Minato Namikaze Kushina, echoed this sentiment.

Meikyō felt like she had been force-fed a mouthful of dog food (a Chinese slang term for witnessing public displays of affection

Is it really okay to torture single people like this?

Just then, Sasuke suddenly burst into tears again.

"Look, it must be because you poked Sasuke's face too hard just now, and hurt the child."

Mikoto rolled her eyes at Fugaku with disdain.

"This... I remember Itachi didn't mind me doing this when we were kids, and he would even laugh and say it. Why did he cry when it came to Sasuke?"

Fugaku seemed somewhat at a loss when faced with Sasuke's crying and tantrum.

At the crucial moment, Itachi took Sasuke away and calmed him down.

Meikyō glanced at Sasuke with a smile.

Good boy, that was a great way to divert attention! Your Uncle Meikyō will definitely treat you well in the future!

However, now that Sasuke a month old, it means that Naruto's birth is less than two months away.

I wonder if Obito will still cause the Nine-Tails' rampage this time, since he hasn't turned evil.

Meikyō's gaze was deep as he looked towards the distant horizon.

We still need to be on guard, after all, that old bastard Uchiha Madara is probably still alive.

But then again, if Madara were still alive, would Sasuke still be the reincarnation of Indra?

If Indra has not yet been reincarnated, then Minato and Kushina's child may not necessarily be the reincarnation of Asura.

If that were the case, it would be hard to say how the world would change in the future.

Uchiha Madara indeed still alive.

Although he was still alive, he was also about to die.

I'm getting old and dying.

Uchiha Madara, who once dominated the Ninja World, can now only sit cross-legged in a dark underground cave, waiting day after day for the news that "his own will" —Black Zetsu —to discover.

"Black Zetsu! Tell me, what's the situation with Uchiha Obito and Uchiha Shisui!"

Uchiha Madara looked at Black Zetsu in front of him with his cloudy eyes and said.

"Lord Madara, Uchiha Obito's Mangekyō Sharingan, like Uchiha Meikyō's, possesses space-time type Dojutsu, making it difficult to attack him. Moreover, he is always by Nohara Rin's side, leaving us no room to set up a plan."

Black Zetsu sighed inwardly and said.

Dealing with an Uchiha who uses the Mangekyō Sharingan is no easy task.

"Then... what about Uchiha Shisui? He is also Uchiha who is qualified to be my successor."

"Lord Madara, Uchiha Shisui has now entered Konoha's Anbu. The team members are Hatake Kakashi and that Wood Style Ninja. The squad leader is also a Jonin from the Aburame Clan. Their overall strength is very strong, so it's not easy for us to make a move against them."

Uchiha Madara silent for a moment.

Now, the most important thing in completing the plan is to find an Uchiha who can inherit his will to carry out the Eye of the Moon Plan in his place.

Unfortunately, the plans targeting the three potential candidates —Uchiha Meikyō, Uchiha Obito, and Uchiha Shisui— all failed.

"However, Lord Madara, while following Uchiha Shisui, I discovered another Uchiha brat who might inherit your will. His name is Uchiha Itachi. Although he is only five or six years old, he possesses talent that is no less than that of Uchiha Meikyō and Uchiha Shisui..."

"Absolutely brilliant."

Uchiha Madara interrupted Black Zetsu.

"No matter how high Uchiha Itachi's talent is, it's useless now. My lifespan limit should be within the next year or two. At the very least, I can probably only hold on until next winter."

Uchiha Madara sighed and said.

"It's alright, Lord Madara. I've found the power that will allow you to continue living, and it might even restore your youth."

Black Zetsu adopted a respectful attitude and spoke to Madara.

He did know something else that could allow Ban to continue living and become younger.

He simply didn't want to face a young and powerful Uchiha Madara.

The aging Uchiha Madara didn't have much energy, so he had to entrust everything to him. The chosen successor would also fall under his guidance, which would be more conducive to Black Zetsu's plan to advance the Infinite Tsukuyomi and revive Kaguya.

But now, the time has come when we have no choice but to play this trump card.

"Restore youth?"

Uchiha Madara's cloudy eyes lit up with a scarlet light.

He longed to regain his youth.

"Tell me! What's the method?"

"Yes, Lord Madara!"

Black Zetsu smiled and bent down in response.

The Pirate World, on the high seas.

Koala steered the ship, making it sail swiftly across the sea.

Sabo was lounging in a deckchair, basking in the sun and fast asleep, while Kuina sat beside him, tending to the weapons in her hands.

This is the trophy she obtained after killing Mr. 11 of Baroque Works in Alabasta, the Famous Sword Kazehana, which Kuina cherishes dearly.

Robin, newly aboard the ship, beckoned a News Bird that was flying overhead, took 100 Beli, and bought the latest issue of the newspaper.

Meikyō sat cross-legged at the bow of the boat, placing the Ama-no-Ohabari Feather in his hand across his lap, and closed his eyes to meditate.

In the Naruto World, everyone believes that Meikyō's swordsmanship has reached its pinnacle, but Meikyō knows that he has definitely not reached the limit of swordsmanship yet.

Because of the different power systems in the two worlds, ninjas do not have incredibly strong physical bodies, so they can only push swordsmanship, which is based on physical movements, to a new level.

There, to reach a level of strength surpassing that of a Kage, one can basically only rely on bloodline. Reaching the level of Minato Namikaze is essentially the limit that an ordinary ninja in the Naruto World can achieve.

Fortunately, while the Pirate World also has its share of bloodline theories and fatalism, there are indeed strong individuals who have reached the pinnacle of the world through their own abilities, without even relying on the power of Devil Fruits. A prime example is "Hawk Eyes" Mihawk.

Besides him, there are other Great Swordsman have reached the pinnacle of swordsmanship.

But Meikyō is not Great Swordsman yet, and he didn't know how to become Great Swordsman before.

But Shimotsuki Kōshirō knew.