After the great war, the Otsutsuki Clan was finally defeated and disbanded, and humanity of the ninja world became the true master of the universe.
The remaining five thousand Six Paths-level shinobi forces from the war began scattering across the universe in teams of three, under Mirai Uchiha's command.
Without any unexpected incidents, they would explore countless lively planets during the long years ahead.
And humanity would gradually settle and thrive in every corner of the universe!
Those who were dispatched were named "Vanguard Force" by Mirai Uchiha.
As for whether this Vanguard Force might betray...
Mirai Uchiha had no worries about that.
Nowadays, everyone bore the Marked Tsukuyomi mark since birth, which meant he could control them anytime he wished.
Besides, the people Mirai sent out didn't possess the God Tree seeds like the former Otsutsuki Clan did—seeds capable of harnessing a planet's power.
Without Mirai's assistance, these artificially created Six Paths-level powerful warriors would find it extremely difficult to enhance their strength on their own.
Plus, with continuous resources transported back from Planet #1, Planet #2, and Planet #3...
It could be said that the ninja world currently enjoyed an exceptionally affluent state, both in terms of population and resources.
Under Mirai Uchiha's leadership, the ninja world had already replaced the former Otsutsuki Clan as the new hub of the cosmos.
And Mirai Uchiha himself had become the sole Emperor of the cosmos!
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Time passed peacefully, and everything had settled into routine.
No longer driven by hatred or burdened by resource scarcity, everyone who worked hard could live the life they desired.
The ninja world had truly entered an era of peace!
Sitting alone atop the Hokage Rock, Mirai Uchiha drained his wine flask in one gulp.
Looking down at the flourishing scene below, Mirai felt an unprecedented sense of satisfaction rising inside him.
In his past life, he often complained about various injustices within society, but that was all he could do.
That's why during sleepless nights, he frequently imagined possessing supreme power that let him act freely as a righteous hero, effortlessly crushing every enemy before him.
Now he'd realized that dream and even built a world exactly as he envisioned.
This fulfillment from achieving his dreams ranked only second to the happiness he experienced during family gatherings at home.
"Still... there seems to be some leftover business I need to take care of."
Several images flashed through Mirai Uchiha's mind, and his figure instantly vanished from the spot.
Shikkotsu Forest.
Toxic miasma filled the outer areas, yet deep within the mountain valley lay a place where birds sang and flowers bloomed.
The Sage Slug was napping in its sacred garden when suddenly it sensed an aura that made its heart race.
Snapping its eyes open, the Sage Slug gazed at Mirai Uchiha standing there.
"Lord Mirai, what brings you here?"
Mirai Uchiha hovered midair, said coldly, "I have something to discuss with you. Come with me."
With that, he mentally activated his ability, and the scene instantly changed. Mirai Uchiha and the Sage Slug now stood inside the damp and shadowy Ryuchi Cave.
As soon as they appeared, snakes of all kinds began fleeing in every direction.
The three deities—Tachibana Hime, Ichikishima Hime, and Tachibiki Hime—emerged looking displeased but immediately dropped to their knees respectfully.
"M-M-Mirai Lord..."
They bowed shakily, fearing they might accidentally anger the man before them.
They had heard from Orochimaru more than once that Mirai Uchiha's preferred meal consisted of snake soup.
Although they themselves consumed their own kind, they certainly didn't want to become someone else's meal.
Mirai Uchiha ignored the three kneeling on the ground and simply gestured toward Manda, who was hiding in the distance.
"Manda, long time no see."
Manda shivered slightly and quickly replied, "It has been quite some time, Lord Mirai."
Mirai Uchiha nodded and led the Sage Slug into the temple deep within Ryuchi Cave.
The White Snake Sage had been curled up on the throne before but immediately uncoiled and descended upon seeing Mirai Uchiha, cautiously asking, "Lord Emperor, is there something you require?"
Mirai Uchiha said flatly, "Come with me for a trip to Mount Myoboku."
Without waiting, he activated his power and disappeared along with the White Snake Sage and Sage Slug.
After they left, all the snakes in Ryuchi Cave swarmed eagerly around Manda, surprised and intrigued.
"Manda, do you know Lord Mirai?"
Even Tachibana Hime, the White Snake Sage's closest attendant, looked on with envy and wariness.
Being acknowledged by Mirai Lord directly must mean they're close friends, right?
Definitely can't provoke Manda ever again!
Feeling the gazes from his companions, Manda proudly raised his head and casually laughed, "See this scar on my forehead? Strictly speaking, calling us blood-bound comrades isn't wrong at all."
Although that scar came from the Third Great Ninja War era, when Orochimaru summoned him onto the battlefield and he talked back disrespectfully, earning himself a direct slash across the forehead from Mirai Uchiha.
But blood did spill, didn't it?
Calling us blood-bound comrades isn't wrong at all.
Just wait until nobody dares to mess with me in Ryuchi Cave anymore!
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Mount Myoboku.
Elder Fukasaku and Lady Shima were both greatly startled to see the sudden appearance of the White Snake Sage and Sage Slug.
The Three Great Holy Lands were rarely on harmonious terms. So why had the Sages from the other two lands appeared here together today?
"Hey! You two, go get the Frog Sage."
Fukasaku and Shima hesitated before replying, "The Great Frog Sage is still resting. We can't disturb him."
"Tch! If you won't go call him, then we'll just go ourselves."
White Snake Sage was known for his short temper. Upon hearing Fukasaku's and Shima's words, he immediately wanted to force his way in.
Fukasaku and Shima didn't know how to respond for a moment.
Just at this time, an old voice rang out: "Mirai has arrived in person. We failed to greet you earlier — please forgive us."
Fukasaku and Shima turned their heads, their faces showing clear shock.
Since long before they grew up, the Great Frog Sage had never left his seat.
Who could have guessed that now he'd actually come out by himself.
Truly rare indeed.
Hearing the Great Frog Sage's words, Mirai Uchiha finally appeared slowly.
Standing between the three Sages, his small frame paled in comparison to theirs, yet he commanded such presence that all three held their breath in reverent anticipation.
They knew full well that Mirai, the most powerful being in the world, would never summon all three of them without cause.
This meeting could very well decide their future fates!
Thinking about this, Sage Slug spoke up and asked, "Mirai, what business do you have summoning us here today?"
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