"A bit of hardship..."
"You should be more specific, you know."
Mirai asked with genuine curiosity.
As someone who transmigrated into this world, he'd always feared dying unexpectedly one night.
Now that he saw his future self wielding such incredible power, he finally felt at ease.
Still, he really wanted to know what experiences awaited him in the future.
As for himself, Mirai Uchiha naturally wouldn't hide anything.
He smiled and began, "During the Third Great Ninja War, I became a hero of the ninja world. Later, I overthrew Fugaku Uchiha and allied with Konoha's ninja clans, branding Sarutobi Hiruzen, Danzo Shimura, Koharu Utatane, and Homura Mitokado as villains in history."
"I personally defeated every enemy across the ninja world, bringing about its total unification."
"To this day, my strength has grown so much that I fear no one—not even Chiya Otsutsuki."
"And as for having countless wives and boundless wealth? Let's just say nearly every notable female character from the original story has already chosen me."
"In short..." Mirai Uchiha summarized, "Everything will happen exactly as you wish."
Hearing this description, Mirai couldn't help but wear an excited expression.
This... This is... This is absolutely—
A classic novel protagonist!
After living in the ninja world for so many years, this was the first time he truly believed his future looked bright!
Thinking about it, Mirai couldn't help asking curiously, "How did you manage to accomplish all these things? To obtain such tremendous power must not have been simple at all."
Setting aside the hidden schemes of Black Zetsu, Madara Uchiha, Nagato, and others, just surviving against figures like Sarutobi Hiruzen—who ruled Konoha for decades—was no easy feat.
Exactly how did he do it?
Hearing the question from his younger self, Mirai tilted his head up at a 45-degree angle, gazing at the sky. "All my achievements today come purely from hard work and sweat."
Seeing Mirai's posture, Mirai muttered under his breath, "Ugh, way to brag!"
Mirai showed no hint of embarrassment on his face as he walked up close to his younger self.
"Alright, knowing too much might not necessarily be good. I'll erase your related memories."
Through multiple previous attempts, he had already confirmed one thing: actions taken while traveling back in time indeed affected the future timeline.
Other unrelated matters could be ignored, but regarding himself specifically, he didn't want any accidents occurring whatsoever.
Wiping all memory of today's events would be the safest course of action.
The two shared the same wavelength, so it was natural for Mirai to understand his concerns. He could only sigh helplessly.
"Once my memories get erased, I'll end up worrying all over again, just like before."
Mirai Uchiha smiled. "Not for long. Don't worry."
After finishing his words, he activated his power. Mirai immediately collapsed unconscious to the ground, all related memories completely wiped from his mind.
After collecting all divine treasures left behind by Otsutsuki Ura, Mirai Uchiha directly used [Time Regressing God] and disappeared from the spot.
A moment later, Mirai slowly opened his eyes.
He scratched his head slightly confusedly and mumbled, "Must be too tired from training. Actually fell asleep outside..."
"Forget it. I should head back. It's late now, and it's not safe for a Uchiha to be alone on the streets."
"No way! This ninja world won't stop me, a time-traveler!"
——
Original timeline.
Mirai Uchiha directly appeared inside Orochimaru's lab complex.
"Orochimaru, I've brought you some great gifts."
Hearing Mirai's voice, Orochimaru forced himself to step forward.
Looking visibly uneasy, he managed a strained smile. "Lord Mirai, what kind of gift do you bring me?"
Mirai handed over the fishing rod and fish basket — divine treasures previously used by Otsutsuki Ura.
"The fishing rod, line, and hook can extract chakra from enemy bodies. The fish basket stores collected chakra and releases it with enhanced power..."
After briefly explaining how to use these treasures, Mirai continued, "Combine them with the Wave Phantom treasures you obtained last time. Try researching how these artifacts were created."
Orochimaru nodded. "Got it."
He knew Mirai wouldn't visit him without purpose.
Seeing Orochimaru's reaction, Mirai smiled and pulled out a steaming clay pot from alternate dimensions.
"Orochimaru, you've been working hard recently. This Snake Soup I specially prepared will help restore your strength."
Orochimaru's eyes lit up excitedly. "Lord Mirai, thank you so much."
"Don't worry, I'll definitely complete the task you entrusted me with all my might!"
Looking at Orochimaru regaining his energy, Mirai couldn't help shaking his head.
Who said Orochimaru was gloomy? This version of Orochimaru was practically cheerful!
——
After leaving the lab complex, Mirai casually walked along Konoha's streets.
Suddenly, a bright figure appeared in front of him.
"Lord Mirai!"
Looking at the voluptuous woman before him, Mirai Uchiha smiled and said, "Temari, why aren't you busy at the shop today?"
Years ago, he had brought Temari back to Konoha, and she had stayed.
Once she had become his lover, she opened a fan shop.
Although Mirai hadn't paid much attention, he knew her fan shop must have been thriving.
Temari always took her store seriously—so why did she have time to come see him today?
Temari raised her arm and showed him the boxed lunch in her hand. "I prepared a lunch. Want to eat at my shop?"
"Sure."
Mirai agreed without hesitation.
Walking arm in arm and chatting, they soon reached Temari's fan shop.
Mirai asked, "The decoration looks great. Business must be booming too?"
Temari smiled. "All thanks to you. If you hadn't rescued my siblings and me from hardship back then, we wouldn't be where we are."
Meeting Temari's sincere gaze, Mirai rubbed his nose.
Yes, I did rescue you from hardship—but no need to ask how you got into that mess in the first place.
Mirai sat down at the dining table and took a bite of the lunch Temari had prepared.
"Tastes really good."
"Temari, did you not prepare anything for yourself?"
Meeting Mirai's questioning gaze, Temari shyly lowered her head and softly replied, "Mirai, please don't worry about me. I'll find something for myself."
Sheesh!
Mirai sucked in a breath through his teeth.
These annoying little minxes… where exactly did you pick up this kind of act?
But truth be told, the lunch was even more delicious now!
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