Naruto is currently experiencing both pain and pleasure.
The joy was that he was finally able to meet his biological father, who was also a great ninja— the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze.
The painful part is that, just like the young Minato Namikaze and Kushina Uzumaki, he also taught him the Instant Rasengan.
Minato Namikaze was also in pain. Although he wore a smile, his brows were slightly furrowed.
He watched as his son held up a Chakra ball in his hand, his face contorted in pain, but the Chakra ball was so fragile that it couldn't even be pierced through paper.
Naruto was like this, Minato Namikaze continued to patiently explain, gathering Rasengan Rasengan in his hand and explaining its structure and direction of rotation.
The father and son should have enjoyed a happy reunion, but the perceptive Minato Namikaze already sensed the loss of his soul energy.
He knew he wouldn't last long in this world. But as the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, Naruto was in too much danger in this world.
Madara Uchiha has been resurrected, and even he felt that such a powerful ninja was truly difficult to contend with.
Naruto's basic abilities were really too poor. After talking with Jiraiya, he learned that Jiraiya wanted to take Naruto on a trip for a while, not only to broaden his horizons but also to improve his basic ninja abilities.
But one thing after another happened, and the trip that had been planned was called off halfway through.
Although a deal has been reached with Madara Uchiha, neither Jiraiya Minato Namikaze dares to place Naruto's safety above the enemy's mercy.
Naruto's basic abilities are poor, and he can only blame himself. His father's absence when Naruto needed him was entirely his own responsibility. He can only hope to make up for the lack of love and care during this time.
Shinsei, Naruto's classmate, has already reached the same level as Naruto, and in some aspects, he has even surpassed him.
Meanwhile, his classmate Sasuke Uchiha has already awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan. If his prediction is correct, Shinsei will help Sasuke achieve the Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan in the future.
He turned his gaze to his younger self on the other side.
The younger version of Minato Namikaze, sensing his gaze, couldn't help but smile warmly.
The two warm-hearted boys smiled at each other, understanding each other's feelings without needing to say a word.
"Dinner's ready!" Kushina over, tossing her long red hair and carrying a large pot in both hands.
The young Minato Namikaze quickly ran over and took the large pot from him.
Naruto secretly turned his head to look at the food in Kushina's hand.
Minato Namikaze beckoned to him. "Come on, wash up and have something to eat."
"Yeah!" Naruto jumped up and waved his fist in the air.
The group spread a tablecloth on the grass and sat around the large pot.
Kushina lifted the lid of the steaming pot, revealing a hot pot filled with cream and various desserts.
Naruto eagerly picked up a piece with his chopsticks and put it in his mouth, but was burned and cried out.
Kushina raised an eyebrow, Naruto obediently took the bowl.
Shinsei was walking over when he saw this strange family, and immediately left quietly.
But before they could even take a step, they were spotted by the astute Minato Namikaze.
He waved enthusiastically. " Shinsei, come here quickly! Kushina made so much!"
Shinsei quickly waved his hands. "No, no, no! I just ate lunch, I'm still very full."
Although he can accept sweets, he can only eat them as snacks. His family can't accept them being eaten as a staple food.
Kushina turned her head, her full head of red hair Chakra: " Shinsei! You just don't like the food I make! I've invited you so many times and you've made excuses not to eat!"
Shinsei raised his hands in surrender and Earth Flow over.
Kushina smiled smugly. He doesn't like sweets! She's determined to change his taste! Long live the sweets lover!
Shinsei took a sip of the creamy soup, the sweet taste filling his mouth. Thankfully, it wasn't as bad as he'd imagined. Shinsei turned to look at Naruto, who was enjoying his meal immensely, wondering if ramen was still Naruto's favorite food right now.
After having lunch with the family, Minato Namikaze walked aside and used his Chakra to expel the food from his body.
He was in a state of Impure World Reincarnation, so these things tasted bland to him, but he enjoyed eating with his family.
Looking at Shinsei waiting for him, Minato asked with a smile, " Shinsei, you must have something on your mind, otherwise you wouldn't have come to see us at lunchtime. You don't seem to like sweets."
"Yes, Lord Fourth. I'm here because of your current condition. Perhaps the Lord Fourth has already noticed that your soul energy is dissipating, is that right?"
Minato Namikaze nodded and replied with a smile, "That's right. I've already sensed it. But it's alright, it should take a few months to a year."
"Your teacher wants to discuss this with you."
"Did Tsunade- senpai want to see me? Okay, I'll tell them and I'll be right there."
Minato turned to his younger self and gave him a brief explanation before following Shinsei to the Hokage's office.
Hashirama Senju and Tobirama Senju were waiting in the office. Tsunade sat at the desk, propping her head up with her hands, looking somewhat bored.
Upon seeing Minato enter, he immediately sat up straight and said to the group, "Everyone's here. Today we'll discuss your matters. I've already explained the matter of soul transmigration; if Minato isn't clear, I'll repeat it."
Minato Namikaze waved his hand, indicating that he already knew.
"Then I'll make my long story short. I need to seal you away again."
Minato Namikaze wasn't surprised to hear these words, but he felt it was still too early. He hadn't had a chance to properly spend time with Naruto.
Tobirama Senju crossed his arms, gave a cold snort, and said, "I object. I have a mission in Konoha."
Tsunade on the table. "Objection overruled! Second Grandfather, I am now the Hokage! Do you want to rebel?"
Tobirama Senju turned his head away, unwilling to argue with Tsunade. He always lost when bickering with his granddaughter.
Tsunade continued, "Because Madara Uchiha is still outside. After sealing you away, I will summon you again when needed. Although Shinsei bought me five years, Madara Uchiha may not be able to keep his promise in the next five years."
Hashirama Senju whispered, "Madara isn't that kind of person."
Tobirama Senju retorted, "Brother, you have too much faith in Madara Uchiha! He's an Uchiha! He's inherently evil!"
Hashirama Senju was about to explode in anger, Tsunade on the table. "Stop arguing! It's decided!"
Hashirama Senju felt a little aggrieved; he had only said one sentence. Little Tsuna so adorable when they were little, how come he's now the one bossing him around?
However, since Tsunade had made her decision, he had no choice but to comply. The dead should not interfere in the world of the living.