Kaguya was right.
Even if every single person on Earth became a ninja and underwent rigorous training, it would still be impossible to withstand a world-destroying attack from the Ōtsutsuki God.
One had to understand a terrifying truth: the Ōtsutsuki God could erase an entire planet with nothing more than a casual wave of his hand.
Faced with such absolute power, numbers, armies, and conventional training were meaningless.
Because of this, Kaguya suggested that Naruto first become what she once was, before discussing anything else.
After careful consideration, Naruto accepted this conclusion.
"I will become the Ten-Tails Jinchūriki!"
Naruto looked at Kaguya and spoke with unwavering determination.
Kaguya smiled faintly. "I'm glad you've reached this decision. However, there is something you must do first—you need to convince the Tailed Beasts."
After a brief pause, she added meaningfully, "After all, in your eyes, they are not tools. They are your companions."
As she finished speaking, she noticed Naruto frown slightly.
Within the inner world of Naruto's soul, Kurama sensed Naruto's hesitation and spoke first.
"Naruto, it's fine," the Nine-Tails said calmly. "We were originally lifeforms formed from chakra. You can borrow our power first. Even if we lose our active consciousness, it won't be permanent."
"In your body, we'll simply return to a dormant state. Once you defeat the Ōtsutsuki clan, you can release us again."
Naruto thought about it carefully, then nodded.
The Nine Tailed Beasts were originally created by Hagoromo Ōtsutsuki, the Sage of Six Paths, when he divided the chakra of the Ten-Tails into nine separate entities.
If Naruto became the Ten-Tails Jinchūriki, their chakra would inevitably merge back into a single whole.
At that stage, the Tailed Beasts would have no independent consciousness. By human standards, it would be called death.
But once released, their chakra would re-form into individual chakra masses, giving birth to new Tailed Beasts.
In other words—they would live again.
"Kid, this is a matter of life and death for the human world!" Kurama suddenly roared. "Why are you still hesitating?!"
Naruto snapped out of his thoughts and looked up at Kurama.
Kurama stared down at him and continued in a deep, serious voice, "You're using our chakra to fight now. One day, if the Ōtsutsuki come for us directly, it'll be over."
"They won't seal us. They'll devour us completely."
"That would be true death. Eternal death."
Hearing this, Naruto's expression hardened.
"Kurama, don't worry," Naruto said firmly. "I will never let you fall into the hands of the Ōtsutsuki clan."
Kurama looked into Naruto's eyes for a long moment, then grinned slightly.
Back in the real world, Kaguya seemed to sense the exchange between Naruto and the Nine-Tails. She glanced at Naruto's abdomen thoughtfully.
Perhaps… this boy really could change the fate of a universe enslaved by the Ōtsutsuki clan.
Naruto returned from his inner world and looked at Kaguya.
"Ancestor Kaguya," he said respectfully, "I'll go make preparations first. Once I'm ready to become the Ten-Tails, I'll come to you."
Kaguya nodded with a gentle smile.
After Naruto left, Black Zetsu emerged from Kaguya's sleeve.
"Mother," he said quietly, "are you really going to place all your hopes on this kid?"
Kaguya looked in the direction Naruto had gone and smiled.
"The enemy of my enemy is my ally," she said calmly. "Naruto is right. When I attacked Isshiki, it wasn't only because I refused to be sacrificed."
"I was already disgusted by the tyranny of the Ōtsutsuki clan."
"Back then, I created the White Zetsu to fight against them. Today, I choose to join forces with Naruto for the same reason."
"I have never considered surrender."
As she spoke, her eyes became resolute.
Black Zetsu felt his mother's determination and murmured, "I hope this Naruto… doesn't let us down."
Kaguya nodded slowly. "This human carries a different destiny. Even Hagoromo called him the Child of Prophecy."
"I trust Hagoromo's judgment. And this time, I will trust this human as well."
With that, Kaguya placed her full faith in Naruto.
Black Zetsu said nothing more. His mother had already made her decision, and as her will, he would follow her choice.
After leaving the Uchiha district, Naruto returned home.
No matter how urgent the situation was, he knew he needed to be with his family first.
It was already evening.
Naruto flew back and landed in the living room. The moment he arrived, a familiar voice came from behind him.
"Naruto, you're back!"
Naruto turned around and saw Minato.
"Dad!"
At the same time, voices came from the kitchen.
"Naruto!"
"Naruto!"
Kushina and Hinata turned around together and rushed toward him.
Naruto embraced them both, laughing freely.
"Good! Good!"
The warmth of his family filled his heart. This—this was the source of his strength.
After they separated, Kushina smiled. "When we heard you were back, Hinata hurried to the market to buy vegetables. She wanted to make dinner for you."
Naruto looked at Hinata with a grin. Hinata's cheeks flushed slightly.
"There are still two dishes left," Hinata said softly. "Naruto, sit with Dad for a while. It'll be ready soon."
Naruto nodded and sat down.
Minato glanced at him and asked gently, "Naruto, did you run into something serious?"
Naruto forced a smile. "No, Dad. Why do you ask?"
Minato smiled faintly. "When I was Hokage, I often said the same thing to your mother. But even when I said nothing was wrong, my expression always changed."
Naruto fell silent.
Minato patted his shoulder. "No matter what happens, your parents are here."
Naruto smiled sincerely. "Thank you, Dad."
Soon after, the family sat together for dinner.
It was warm. Peaceful.
After the meal, Naruto and Hinata returned to their room.
Lying together, Hinata suddenly spoke softly.
"Naruto… you seem worried."
Naruto inhaled her familiar scent and smiled. "It's nothing. Don't worry."
Hinata sat up and looked at him seriously. "If it were nothing, you wouldn't say 'don't worry.'"
Naruto chuckled, held her face gently, and said, "It's about things on the moon… about the Ōtsutsuki clan."
Hinata's eyes showed concern. "Are they really that powerful? Can we defeat them?"
"Of course we can," Naruto said confidently. "Kaguya is from the Ōtsutsuki clan, and she was sealed by me and Sasuke."
"And this time, Momoshiki and Kinshiki were defeated by me."
"They're not invincible."
Hinata covered her mouth in surprise, then smiled brightly.
"Naruto… you're amazing."
Naruto laughed shyly.
He gently placed a hand on Hinata's abdomen and said softly, "Don't worry, Hinata. I'll protect you—and our child."
Hinata nodded, her trust unwavering, and leaned into his arms.
In that quiet moment, Naruto's resolve became unshakable.
No matter how terrifying the Ōtsutsuki God was—
He would stand against it.
For his family.
For his world.
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