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[After half a month, your body began to age rapidly. Consumed by rage, you killed Orochimaru, only to succumb to old age three days later…]
[You are dead…]
[Simulation ends.]
[Simulation Evaluation: In this life as a beast, you betrayed your master, your village, and even your own sister, all for the sake of power and immortality. Your strength surpassed even the legendary "God of Shinobi," Senju Hashirama. Yet in the end, you reaped what you sowed, meeting a fitting retribution…]
[System Rating: 7]
[Reward: Level 7 Physical Enhancement]
[Additional Reward: Senju Bloodline Selection Card]
"A level seven rating?"Â Naruto muttered in disbelief.
He hadn't expected this character to be so overpowered stronger than the original version that had sealed Uchiha Madara's Impure World Reincarnation.
The only downside? The character had no actual combat feats, leaving Naruto puzzled.
But now, the real question was, If he chose the bloodline, would he suffer the same side effects as the character?
[Ding~ Blood purifiers only cause irreversible damage upon use. Direct bloodline fusion will not result in side effects for the Host.]
"Is that so?"Â Naruto mused.
"This character was Senju Hashirama's grandson. After one round of blood purification, his strength reached level seven, let alone after the second, enhanced version. The potential of this bloodline is insane!"
"System, select the bloodline."
[Ding~ Detected Uzumaki bloodline in Host. Proceed with bloodline fusion?]
"Bloodline fusion? What's that?"
[Ding~ Bloodline Fusion: A system function allowing multiple bloodlines to merge into one body. However, identical bloodlines can only be 'replaced,' not fused.]
"Alright, merge."
To Naruto's surprise, the fusion wasn't painful. Instead, he only felt a surge of power no discomfort, no strain.
Even Kurama noticed the change.
The fox rumbled, "Naruto, why has your chakra suddenly grown so much stronger?"
Naruto hadn't expected Kurama to sense it so clearly.
"How should I know?"Â he replied casually.
Kurama's silence was almost palpable.
"Tch. Not even bothering to make up an excuse now, huh?" the fox grumbled. "Fine. At this rate, it won't take long before you outstrip me completely."
"Don't worry," Naruto reassured. "I'll keep my promise."
Bloodline limits were fascinating.
They granted the wielder innate control over chakra nature transformation, unlocking unique abilities without the need for rigorous training.
By the end of winter break, Naruto made a startling discovery, he could create wood out of thin air!
In the original simulation, the character had awakened Wood Style much later. But Naruto's direct fusion with the enhanced Senju bloodline had accelerated the process.
An unexpected advantage.
The ninja academy buzzed with excitement as students reunited after winter break, swapping stories and laughter. But not everyone was in high spirits.
At the school entrance, Naruto found himself ambushed by two very determined girls.
Haruno Sakura and Yamanaka Ino.
Once loyal Sasuke fangirls, they had since defected to Team Naruto the moment his looks and skills became undeniable. Now, they were the most persistent of his admirers.
"Naruto!" Ino pounced first, latching onto his arm with a triumphant grin. "I looked everywhere for your place but couldn't find it! You're coming home with me tonight, no excuses!"
Sakura yanked her back, scowling. "Ino-pig! Stop harassing him! You're making Naruto uncomfortable!"
Naruto took a careful step back. "You've both heard the news, right?"
Sakura's expression faltered, her green eyes dimming. "We… we did." She sniffled dramatically. "Hinata's so lucky… Waaah!"
Ino, however, just sighed dreamily, cheeks flushing. "A hero saving a princess… It's so romantic~!"
Naruto stared as she wobbled on her feet, lost in some delusional fantasy.
"These two are hopeless,"Â he thought, seizing the chance to escape.
Iruka's voice cut through the chatter as class began.
"Today, we'll review theory. Tomorrow morning, meet at the training grounds for the semester's survival exercise!"
The room erupted into excited murmurs. Survival exercises were a ninja academy staple, starting in third year, they were held every semester in teams of three.
Good teammates meant an easier time.
Iruka gave them time to form groups, and immediately, alliances were forged.
Hinata's gaze instinctively flickered toward Naruto only to find him swarmed by girls, much like Sasuke used to be.
With a sigh, Naruto pushed through the crowd and plopped into the seat beside her.
"Mind if I sit here?" he asked, though he'd already sat down.
Hinata's face burned crimson as she nodded shyly.
The reaction from the other girls was instant.
""Ooooh~! So the rumors are true!"
"An engagement?! How'd Hinata manage that?!"
"She's way ahead of us…!"
Naruto and Hinata teamed up without hesitation.
Meanwhile, Ino and Sakura locked eyes, a silent war brewing.
"Ino-pig," Sakura hissed, "Naruto and Hinata are a duo now. That leaves one spot. You know what that means, right?"
Ino smirked. "Of course. A duel, loser backs off Naruto for good."
"That's not what I meant," Sakura shot back. "I'm saying you should quit now and save yourself the embarrassment."
"WHAT?!" Ino's eye twitched. "You think you can beat me, forehead-girl?!"
"Name your terms, pig."
Ino straightened, puffing out her chest with pride.
"Development."
Sakura blinked. "Huh?"
"You heard me," Ino said smugly. "We're comparing development." She glanced pointedly at Sakura's flat chest. "Wow, Forehead… You've got your own airport already? Impressive~"
Sakura's face went nuclear.
"INO, YOU—!!"
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