Crossing Naruto: Becoming a Perfect Jinchūriki

After Itachi ate the dessert, his originally furrowed brows slowly relaxed.

Apparently, Itachi's mood became happier after he ate his favorite dessert.

While savoring the delicacy, he looked into the distance thoughtfully, as if he remembered something.

After a while, Itachi suddenly turned around and said to Naruto beside him:

"Naruto, do you know why people start wars?"

Itachi's voice was very soft, but it was filled with deep emotion and helplessness.

Naruto was slightly stunned, and after thinking for a moment, he replied:

"I think it's probably because of desire... Some people want more land, wealth or power, so they use war to achieve their goals."

Itachi nodded, a hint of appreciation in his eyes.

Itachi continued, “Yes, desire is an important cause of war.

But there are many other factors at play.

For example, some people may start wars out of hatred, fear, or misunderstanding;

Others may be exploited or forced by others and have no choice but to do so.

In short, the causes of war are often very complicated, involving numerous interests and emotional entanglements. "

Having said that, Itachi paused and fell into a brief silence.

As expected of God Itachi, he sees things very deeply.

Itachi muttered to himself with a sad face:

"But, but I, I really don't want to see the war break out again!

The First Ninja World War, the Second Ninja World War, the Third Ninja World War... Too many innocent lives have been lost in these wars.

Especially since the Third Ninja World War has only been over for a few years, and now it is very likely that the Fourth Ninja World War is about to break out!

How can the world achieve true peace?"

Naruto heard it and seriously expressed his true inner thoughts.

“Wherever there are people, there will be disputes and conflicts, that’s the reality.

But I understand that only if we are strong enough can we protect the people we cherish.

Moreover, only when we have strong strength will we have a say.

If a person is strong enough to quell the war and control the entire situation, just like Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha, who would dare to start a war against Konoha Village easily at that time? "

"Strong strength?"

"I see, Naruto, you do have a point."

Itachi looked at Naruto with admiration, his heart full of gratitude because Naruto helped him find the answer to the problem.

……

After a moment of silence, Itachi asked Naruto another question:

"Naruto, deep down in your heart, which one is more important, the village or the Uchiha clan?"

Itachi's expression became extremely solemn, and his eyes flashed with a firm and serious light.

Naruto answered without hesitation:

"For me, whoever treats me better is more important. If both parties treat me well, then I will naturally choose the one who is closer and more trustworthy."

For Uchiha Itachi, Naruto's remarks were tantamount to directly pointing the finger at the Uchiha clan.

He couldn't help but frowned and retorted excitedly:

"This is ridiculous! If everyone holds such an idea, then wouldn't the village be doomed to destruction? If everyone only cares about their own small family, then where will the so-called greater good be?"

His words were sharp and fierce, as if he wanted to vent all the dissatisfaction in his heart.

Naruto looked at Itachi in front of him and couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion in his heart.

Naruto knew that Itachi had a sense of justice in his heart, which was good, but it was wrong to sacrifice his own family for the sake of justice.

Naruto doesn't want this tragedy to happen. Now that he has the chance, Naruto must naturally correct Itachi's thinking.

Naruto was not intimidated by Uchiha Itachi's momentum. He straightened his body and responded with reason:

"How could the village be destroyed? We are just discussing the relative importance of the two, not discussing destroying either one."

Naruto's eyes were firm and clear, revealing an unquestionable determination, and he spoke again:

"Besides, your parents gave birth to you and raised you, and the family devoted all its resources to cultivating you. Don't you want to repay your parents for their upbringing? Don't you want to help the family grow?"

"I I..." Itachi stammered.

"But Konoha also raised me. Without Konoha's protection, where would I have a home?"

In response, Naruto said earnestly:

“The village is important, but what is the purpose of life? You need to think about it carefully.

It is certainly right to do things for the greater good in your heart, but the purpose of life is to enjoy it and protect everything you cherish.

Whether it is the village or the family, they are both part of your life and are worth protecting."

Itachi listened quietly, his eyes gleaming with thought.

Naruto's words seemed to touch something deep in his heart, causing him to begin to re-examine his beliefs and pursuits.

Seeing that Itachi seemed to have listened, Naruto continued to encourage him:

“Now you just need to keep improving your strength.

When you have absolutely top-notch strength, all problems will be solved.

You will be able to protect the village and the Uchiha clan."

After listening to this, Itachi nodded slightly, with a hint of determination in his eyes.

He understood that what Naruto said was true. Only with great strength could he protect the people and things that were important to him.

"Naruto, you are right. I will protect Konoha and the Uchiha clan! I will work hard to improve my strength and protect them!" Itachi's voice was full of determination.

After saying goodbye to Itachi, Naruto breathed a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, Itachi is not as paranoid as he will be in the future, and he successfully pulls this filial son back from the wrong path.

In this way, the Uchiha clan might not have suffered a devastating disaster, and his good brother Sasuke would not have become a helpless orphan.

Thinking of this, a relieved smile appeared on Naruto's face.

……

At night, the Hokage's office was brightly lit.

Sarutobi Hiruzen sat at his desk, looking at Naruto standing in front of him, and asked:

"Naruto, you have to go to the battlefield tomorrow. Why do you come to see me so late? Is there something important?"

Naruto took a deep breath and said with a firm look in his eyes:

"Grandpa Sandaime, this war is of vital importance to us. If we win, I hope you can make the Hidden Cloud Village pay the price and compensation it deserves!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded slightly, indicating that he understood Naruto's thoughts.

However, Naruto did not stop talking. He continued:

"Also, after this war is over, you should clear my name."

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Naruto and understood what he meant by the rectification of his name.

He concealed Naruto's life experience, and after Danzo spread the news that Naruto was the Nine-tailed Demon Fox, it caused Naruto a lot of trouble and misunderstanding.

Even though Naruto didn't care too much about his reputation, the constant voices of those who hated him still made Naruto feel a little bad, just like the dessert shop owner Naruto met today.

Sarutobi Hiruzen was silent for a moment, then slowly said:

"Okay, that's exactly what we should do. Naruto, you need to show your strength and momentum to make them afraid. That way I won't worry about you not being able to protect yourself."

"Got it. Just wait and see. There won't be any surprises. This is my own stage show."

Seeing Naruto so confident, Sarutobi Hiruzen did not discourage him, but instead congratulated him with a smile.

"Okay, Naruto, I'll be waiting for your triumphant return in Konoha."