Naruto: I Can Take People Through the Ninja World in the Future

Lux teleported back to the God Tree's side in Parallel World 5.

Rikudō Nagato and the three Madaras were still dazed.

After all, from Hagoromo's appearance to Lux forcibly relocating him, less than half a minute had passed.

They hadn't yet grasped what happened…

"Was that guy the Rikudō Sennin?"

Parallel World 1's Madara guessed Hagoromo's identity and asked proactively.

"Correct."

"He's still alive?!"

"Only his soul persists. But for him, the difference between life and death in the usual sense isn't that significant."

Lux's answer shocked the three Madaras.

Especially Parallel World 5's Madara—if the Rikudō Sennin was always alive, didn't that make the Uchiha ancestor's tablet a joke?

Madara wasn't foolish.

He was merely misled by Black Zetsu, missing key information.

After all, if the Rikudō Sennin was confirmed alive and could intervene in reality, realizing Infinite Tsukuyomi was nearly impossible.

Either Infinite Tsukuyomi was flawed, so the living Rikudō Sennin didn't use it himself.

Or it was valid, but the Rikudō Sennin still wouldn't allow others to use it.

Either way, it was enough to shatter the 'lie' on the Uchiha tablet.

Rikudō Nagato was also stunned. Though he'd learned from the Tenshou Sennin that the Rikudō Sennin was alive, seeing the Ninshū founder from a thousand years ago in person still secretly shocked him!

"Lord, what about the Rikudō Sennin?"

"I've sent him to another alien space. Someone there will teach him properly—you don't need to worry."

Lux didn't elaborate; it was pointless for Nagato and the others to know.

The focus remained on realizing Infinite Tsukuyomi.

"Alright, there should be no more interruptions. Nagato, proceed."

Nagato nodded, suppressing his doubts, and continued the plan.

"Understood."

Rikudō Nagato absorbed the bloomed God Tree into his body, and on his forehead, the nine-tomoe Rinne Sharingan finally opened!

"Before Infinite Tsukuyomi activates, you'd better find a hiding spot. Those without Rinnegan might not resist its illusion."

"You don't want to end up trapped in an illusion world, right?"

Before Nagato activated Infinite Tsukuyomi, Lux glanced at Parallel World 2's Madara, specifically warning him.

Parallel World 2's Madara's expression shifted, realizing the issue.

No way—among those present, only he lacked a Rinnegan.

How humiliating!

If he was actually controlled by Infinite Tsukuyomi and trapped in an illusion, his last shred of pride might vanish entirely.

For the supremely arrogant Madara, this was almost worse than death!

That scene must not happen!

Thus, Parallel World 2's Madara gritted his teeth, glaring resentfully at Parallel World 1's and 5's Madaras beside him.

Finally, he set aside his pride, lightly leaped, and landed beside Parallel World 1's Madara, preparing to seek protection from his Parallel World 1 self.

Clearly, in Parallel World 2's Madara's heart, despite his blind grudge against Parallel World 1's Madara, it was better than seeking Parallel World 5's Madara!

His Edo Tensei-revived self was surely at the bottom of the contempt chain.

The living Parallel World 2's Madara was too ashamed to associate with Parallel World 5's Madara.

"Tch!"

Parallel World 1's Madara clicked his tongue, showing a faint smirk, clearly delighted and satisfied.

Making another version of himself bow and seek help was truly gratifying.

Like most people scheming to get their best friend to call them 'godfather'—not to actually be one, just for the thrill.

Though he viewed Parallel World 2's Madara as despised future trash, Parallel World 1's Madara could still prioritize.

He didn't overly complicate things for the other, instead activating Susano'o, enveloping himself and his Parallel World 2 self within.

This scene made Parallel World 5's Madara's eyelids twitch.

He felt an indescribable humiliation at the contempt chain's bottom.

It was just Edo Tensei—why such disdain?

Hm…

The disdain was indeed significant.

If he were still alive, he'd likely also look down on his Edo Tensei-revived self.

This was why Parallel World 5's Madara, even after death, never asked others to revive him with Edo Tensei.

Whatever, deal with it later.

Parallel World 5's Madara suppressed his anger and humiliation, focusing on Rikudō Nagato.

Rikudō Nagato opened the nine-tomoe Rinne Sharingan on his forehead, forming seals to cast the technique.

The Rinne Sharingan's pattern reflected onto the moon in the sky!

Then, a blinding white light erupted from the moon, instantly illuminating the entire earth.

Night turned to day; the starry sky became a dazzling noon, as if midnight reverted to midday.

Simultaneously, all ninjas and humans on the ground bathed in the white light rapidly lost subjective consciousness, their eyes reflecting the Rinnegan pattern.

They fell into Infinite Tsukuyomi's illusion. This included all Konoha ninjas still fleeing in the distance, the entire Land of Fire, and even all humans across the ninja world…

The only ones unaffected by Infinite Tsukuyomi were those with Rinnegan and Edo Tensei-revived ninjas.

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"Tsunade! Kakashi? What's wrong with you…"

Edo Jiraiya saw the dazed Tsunade and others before him, growing extremely anxious.

He had no clue what happened.

Since the battle between Madara and Nagato erupted, everything afterward utterly exceeded his brain's capacity.

Forget Jiraiya—even if the Myōboku Mountain's sage toad arrived, it likely couldn't defeat Madara, let alone Rikudō Nagato…

The anxious Jiraiya tried dispelling the illusion on Tsunade and the others, but failed completely.

Infinite Tsukuyomi's terror wasn't easily undone.

With no choice, Jiraiya gritted his teeth, turned, and headed toward Rikudō Nagato, intending to ask about the specifics.

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Itachi's group, hiding in the distance, was also affected.

Sasuke, just awakened, didn't even utter a word before being hypnotized by Infinite Tsukuyomi.

He currently lacked the Rinnegan granted by the Rikudō Sennin, so he naturally couldn't resist Infinite Tsukuyomi's light.

"What's going on? Sasuke? Kisame?"

"Some kind of illusion?"

"It seems to be the cause—that technique the leader used? What exactly are they trying to do?"

Itachi saw the dazed Sasuke and Kisame, noticed the radiant moon in the sky, and realized the situation's gravity.

Fortunately, he trusted Nagato, knowing he wasn't a senseless killer.

This technique likely wouldn't slaughter everyone.

Thus, Itachi swiftly changed his decision, carrying Sasuke and Kisame, and headed toward Rikudō Nagato.

Itachi was incredibly lucky this time, choosing Akatsuki's side correctly. Though he made many subtle moves covertly, he hadn't betrayed them outwardly.

Otherwise, he wouldn't even have the courage or chance to approach, let alone fight for a path for his brother Sasuke.

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"This is Infinite Tsukuyomi?"

"It turns night into day?"

"Not just that—this light seems to pierce shadows; no one can hide."

The three Madaras, under Rinnegan-enhanced Susano'o protection, avoided Infinite Tsukuyomi's control and continued observing.

Lux floated in the air, bathed in the light, but showed no abnormality.

He felt no hint of being controlled by Infinite Tsukuyomi.

Even Sasuke's future six-tomoe Rinnegan could resist Infinite Tsukuyomi, let alone Lux's current pair of nine-tomoe Rinnegan.

But this didn't diminish Infinite Tsukuyomi's power.

With one doujutsu, it enveloped and projected across the entire ninja world, controlling billions simultaneously.

In terms of range and scope, no doujutsu surpassed Infinite Tsukuyomi…

Without a Rinnegan, even Rikudō Naruto couldn't resist its light, showing how terrifying this technique was.

This was the Ōtsutsuki Clan's terror!

"Is this Infinite Tsukuyomi? What's wrong with it? Everyone's immersed in a beautiful illusion world, with no more wars—isn't that good?"

Parallel World 5's Madara observed Infinite Tsukuyomi's external effects, questioning in confusion.

So far, he saw no flaw in Infinite Tsukuyomi?

Was this guy messing with him?

But the Rikudō Sennin who just appeared…

"Nagato, continue."

Lux was too lazy to bother with Parallel World 5's Madara, urging Nagato on.

"Shin: Jukai Kōtan!"

Rikudō Nagato continued his technique, activating Shin: Jukai Genesis.

Instantly, the earth rumbled.

As it expanded, massive vines emerged from the ground, branching into countless smaller wooden stalks, wrapping all dazed ninjas controlled by Infinite Tsukuyomi.

They formed mummified bodies, hanging on the giant vines.

As far as eye could see, countless vines dominated the land, with wrapped ninja bodies hanging like fruit on branches.

Sadly, there was no vibrant harvest vitality of abundant fruit. Only a dark, eerie chill.

"This?"

"Mokuton? Jukai Kōtan?"

"No, neither my nor Hashirama's Jukai Kōtan has this range or can control vines so precisely…"

"So, Infinite Tsukuyomi needs to cooperate with this Wood Element?"

"Using Wood Element to nourish ninjas sleeping in beautiful dreams, allowing long-term sustenance!"

The three Madaras, all sharp, analyzed Shin: Jukai Kōtan's function after brief observation and discussion.

None were fools, and they recognized the original Infinite Tsukuyomi's flaw.

While the technique dragged souls into an illusion world to enjoy pleasure, their bodies remained in reality!

Bodies still needed maintenance and care.

Infinite Tsukuyomi and Shin: Jukai Kōtan were distinct techniques.

Though independent, they could synergize.

Relying solely on Infinite Tsukuyomi could pull all intelligent beings worldwide into an illusion, turning them plantlike.

Even plants need food, water, and waste elimination!

Lying motionless in a dream would likely lead to starvation soon.

Shin: Jukai Kōtan covered this flaw, extending countless tree roots to wrap all 'plants' trapped in the illusion.

Like feeding fruit, it supplied nutrients and water, sustaining physical survival.

Allowing those affected to keep dreaming beautifully.

Infinite Tsukuyomi was like 'consciousness-upload-to-the-cloud technology,' while Shin: Jukai Kōtan served as a 'bodily life-support device.'

Combined, they were theoretically perfect, even achieving a 'soul ascension' effect.

Sadly, where in this world was such a beautiful thing?