I'M NARUTO UZUMAKI

The Book of Seals

In Uzumaki Homon's eyes, Uchiha Shisui is a legendary elite Jōnin, renowned for his mastery of the Body Flicker Technique and the possession of the fabled Kotoamatsukami, a genjutsu so powerful it can rewrite one's will without them realizing it. His name is whispered with both reverence and fear in the ninja world, as his prowess once made him the most promising heir to Uchiha's future before his sudden "suicide."

Naruto, who arrived at the ruins of Uzushiogakure alongside Shisui, carries the blood of the Uzumaki clan and holds unparalleled power that far surpasses that of an elite Jōnin. The last known wielder of both Kurama's chakra and the Six Paths Sage Mode, his presence alone shifts the fate of the long-forgotten Uzumaki village. Only with these two powerhouses can the restoration of Uzushiogakure become a reality.

From Shisui's perspective, Naruto's strength already rivals that of the Five Kage combined, yet his true potential remains an enigma. If Naruto's abilities—his connection to the Sage of Six Paths, his ability to access the powers of all the tailed beasts—are fully unleashed, there's no telling the extent of his capabilities.

But Naruto's presence in Uzushio is precarious. If he remains independent, unaffiliated with Konoha or any great nation, he risks becoming the target of power-hungry warlords, rogue factions, and even the remnants of the Akatsuki. He will be forced into a life of constant conflict, forever hunted, just as his father, the Fourth Hokage, was in his youth.

For Homon, however, things are simpler. As a direct descendant of the Uzumaki clan, his loyalty is naturally aligned with Naruto. The bond of blood connects them in a way that surpasses the political ties of Uchiha. He believes that only through Naruto's leadership can Uzushio rise from the ashes of its destruction, returning to the strength it once had before its fall at the hands of the Great Nations.

So, when Naruto appeared before them, both Homon and Shisui instinctively straightened, speaking in unison:

"Lord Mianma (Senior), do you have any new instructions? We were just discussing whether to rebuild the docks first or establish a ninja academy…"

Naruto frowned, observing the unlikely alliance between Shisui and Homon. He fell into thought.

While both sought to restore Uzushiogakure, their proposed methods diverged.

But to Naruto, neither of their plans addressed the true problem.

Even with the aid of ninjutsu, constructing docks and schools would be futile without economic stability, long-term security, and a sustainable population. Right now, Uzushiogakure was nothing more than a scattered settlement, barely recognizable as a village. With a population of just over a thousand—most of whom were civilians—and only a few dozen trained ninjas, expansion at this stage would collapse under its own weight.

A reckless attempt at large-scale development would only bring ruin.

Instead, Naruto identified two critical objectives:

1. Eliminate the rogue ninja occupying Uzushio's ruins. Without eradicating bandits, mercenaries, and remnants of missing-nin factions lurking in the region, true stability was impossible.

2. Increase the population. If Uzushio was to become a real power again, its population needed to expand—preferably into the tens of thousands. Only with a larger, well-trained populace could economic growth and military strength follow.

After a moment of contemplation, Naruto shared his thoughts.

Upon hearing his proposal, both Homon and Shisui fell silent, deep in thought.

Naruto's perspective extended beyond their immediate concerns, highlighting fundamental flaws in their assumptions. Homon had envisioned a revival of Uzushio's former sovereignty, mirroring the once-thriving Uzumaki clan's influence. Shisui, in contrast, considered a structure akin to Konoha's hidden village system. But neither had accounted for the practical realities of Uzushio's current state.

As discussions continued, both Homon and Shisui turned to Naruto, seeking guidance. They lacked experience in statecraft and governance.

Naruto, however, was just as uncertain. The shinobi world, built upon centuries of feudal conflict and bloodline dominance, operated under entirely different principles than his previous life. Concepts like civilian infrastructure, economic structuring, and administrative reform were foreign to ninja politics.

Even so, he shared theories and strategies inspired by books from his past life.

To a world still entrenched in a rigid, war-driven hierarchy, the idea of a centralized economy and structured education seemed almost revolutionary.

As Naruto outlined his vision, Homon and Shisui listened in astonishment.

For the first time, they saw beyond the limitations of their upbringing—beyond the conventional wisdom of hidden villages. The notion of ordinary citizens wielding chakra education, of governance extending beyond military authority, challenged everything they knew.

Their discussion stretched for hours. By the end, Homon and Shisui felt an unprecedented sense of ambition for Uzushio's future.

Just as they were about to conclude, Shisui suddenly recalled something important.

"By the way, Lord Mianma… you had a reason for calling us here, didn't you?"

Naruto blinked, momentarily taken aback. He had been so caught up in conversation that he had nearly forgotten.

After a brief cough to regain composure, he pulled out an aged scroll and placed it on the desk.

Shisui's eyes widened.

The parchment was unmistakable—the Scroll of Seals.

He had seen it before, years ago, within the Third Hokage's possession. It bore the same design as the scroll used to store Konoha's most dangerous forbidden jutsu.

The realization hit him immediately.

Before leaving Konoha, Naruto must have infiltrated the Hokage Building.

Understanding the gravity of the situation, Shisui wordlessly stepped out of the room.

This was a matter concerning Uzushio's legacy—one that did not concern an outsider like him.

Naruto turned to Homon.

"Can you set up a barrier? We need complete security."

Homon nodded. To an Uzumaki, barriers were second nature. In moments, a sealing array shimmered into place, ensuring absolute privacy.

His gaze then fell upon the scroll, curiosity evident in his expression.

Naruto didn't waste time.

"This is Konoha's Scroll of Seals. Can you break the seal?"

Homon's eye twitched.

Konoha's Scroll of Seals—the very document rumored to contain every forbidden jutsu ever developed.

That was… not a small request.

Still, he examined the intricate sealing patterns.

After a brief analysis, he muttered, "It's complex… but I can break it. Give me some time."

Naruto, who had spent hundreds of hours trying to decipher the seals, blinked in disbelief.

"You're saying it'll only take a few minutes?"

Homon ignored his incredulity. Uzumaki ninjas were born seal masters—what took others years to study was instinctual to them.

Soon, the scroll's binding seals unraveled.

Respecting its secrecy, Homon handed it back without peeking.

Naruto unrolled the scroll, his eyes scanning its contents.

The Tandem Explosive Tag Jutsu.

The Edo Tensei.

His Sharingan flared, memorizing every diagram, every inscription.

These were techniques capable of rewriting the battlefield.

Especially Edo Tensei—a jutsu that revived the dead with limitless chakra and regenerative abilities. It had given both Obito and Kabuto the power to challenge entire nations.

This was the greatest prize he had obtained since arriving in Uzushio.

Within Naruto's sealed subconscious, Minato Namikaze observed, his expression grim.

The implications were dangerous.

Naruto spoke of grand ambitions—of breaking the cycle of war, of restructuring the world. But his plans, his ideas, could shatter the very foundation of the shinobi system.

Minato exhaled.

He feared what his son might become.

Yet, deep down, he also feared something else.

If Naruto's vision truly came to pass…

Would the world ever be the same again?

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