Although she was surprised that someone in this world could be completely unaware of Lord Uchiha Mirai, the maid still dutifully explained everything to Ayako.
"Before I begin, may I ask how much you know about the shinobi world?"
Hearing this, Ayako answered, "I am a clanswoman of Uzushiogakure. My understanding of the shinobi world is stuck in the era when the Third Hokage was still in power."
"Due to certain circumstances, I was cut off from the outside world for a long time, so I know very little about what has happened since then."
After listening to Ayako's explanation, the maid nodded in understanding.
"I see. Then let me start with the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi."
"Back then, Hiruzen had an extreme desire for control over Konoha. He suppressed dissidents and eliminated many of the village's strongest individuals."
"The Uchiha clan was his primary target."
"Later, Lord Mirai used his own strength to overthrow Hiruzen's rule. He became the Fourth Hokage and abolished the authority of the feudal lords, making shinobi the highest-ranking class in the world."
"After becoming Hokage, Lord Mirai sought to establish eternal peace in the shinobi world and embarked on a campaign to unify it."
"The Land of Wind, the Land of Earth, the Land of Water, and the Land of Lightning all fell under his rule."
"Using the Five Great Nations as the foundation, Lord Mirai established the Divine Nation, where he reigns as the sole Emperor. The position of the Five Kage was retained, but only as regional governors under his rule."
"Even now, many nations in the shinobi world have become territories of the Divine Nation."
"Beyond that, Lord Mirai introduced many unprecedented innovations, leading to rapid advancements in productivity."
"Under the Empire's governance, most people now enjoy prosperous lives."
...
The maid continued to speak at length about Uchiha Mirai's achievements.
Ayako's mouth slowly dropped open in astonishment.
She had expected Lord Mirai to hold a high status, but she had never imagined it would be this high!
The Emperor of the Divine Nation?
Did that mean he had surpassed legendary figures like Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha?
If she hadn't seen the tremendous changes in the shinobi world with her own eyes, she would have thought the maid was spouting nonsense.
"No wonder they're investing so much time in building roads… No wonder those steel tracks remain perfectly intact… No wonder there are so many seemingly unnecessary reforms..."
Ayako couldn't help but mutter to herself.
With the shinobi world now unified, things that once seemed impossible were now becoming reality.
"Lady Ayako, do you have any other questions?"
Ayako shook her head. "No, that was very informative. Thank you."
The maid smiled, bowed, and quietly withdrew.
After the maid left, Ayako returned to her room, her expression growing increasingly determined.
To have an opportunity to cross paths with a man like Uchiha Mirai…
This might be the only chance in her lifetime.
Whether for Karin's sake or her own, she had to seize it!
...
Nightfall.
Mirai sat alone in his room, looking over his status panel.
[Name: Uchiha Mirai]
[Physique:]
[Mental Strength:]
[Chakra:]
[Bloodline Limits: Mangekyou Sharingan, Magnet Release - Gold Dust, Scorch Release, Shikotsumyaku, Boil Release, Illusion - Five Senses Manipulation, Byakugan, Wood Release, Rinnegan, Ice Release, Dust Release, Crystal Release]
[Ninjutsu: Clone Technique, Transformation Technique, Body Flicker… Earth Grudge Fear: Final Shot! Fire Release: Head Engraving Pain! Earth Release: Earth Spear! Water Release: Great Shark Bullet Technique!]
[Other: Natural Energy Affinity, Senju Body, Superhuman Strength, Shikkotsu Forest Sage Mode, Nine-Tails Chakra Mode, Lightning Release Chakra Mode, Seven Swords Dance!]
[Dojutsu: Amaterasu, Sarutahiko-no-Mikoto, Takamagahara, Susanoo, Tsukiyomi-no-Mikoto, Kotoamatsukami, , Kamui, Limbo: Border Jail, Chibaku Tensei, Planetary Devastation, Tengai Shinsei , Daikokuten, Sukunahikona, Amenotejikara!]
"Without realizing it, my abilities have become terrifyingly powerful..."
A faint smile appeared on Mirai's lips.
Compared to when he first awakened the system, his status panel was now so densely packed that it was almost overwhelming.
And beyond what was listed here, he also possessed the power of all nine Tailed Beasts and the Dragon Vein.
If Momoshiki Ōtsutsuki or Urashiki Ōtsutsuki showed up in the shinobi world now, he'd beat the crap out of them—if they were lucky.
However, after a moment of pride, Mirai quickly calmed himself.
Even though his power was unmatched in the current era, it was still not enough.
The true depth of the Ōtsutsuki Clan's strength was something he could not yet challenge.
Just as he was contemplating the future, a soft knock sounded at his door.
Ayako's voice came from outside. "Lord Mirai, are you awake?"
Mirai frowned slightly.
What was Ayako doing here so late at night?
After a moment's thought, he got up and opened the door.
"Ayako? What is it?"
As she looked at Mirai's handsome face and tall, imposing figure, Ayako felt her heart race.
"Lord Mirai, I… I have some things I'd like to ask you. May I come in?"
A faint floral fragrance wafted in. Seeing Ayako's carefully dressed appearance, Mirai immediately understood her intentions.
A woman visiting a man's room at this hour—it didn't take a genius to figure out what it meant.
"It's already late. If it's important, we can talk tomorrow."
Mirai declined without hesitation.
Although Ayako was beautiful, he wasn't some desperate man who would take just anyone.
She wasn't like Mikoto, nor was she a well-known figure from the original timeline. Adding her to his harem wouldn't satisfy his collection habit.
He already had enough women. He didn't need Ayako.
Besides…
If he accepted Ayako, then what about Karin in the future…?
Mirai quickly pushed aside that forbidden thought.
Damn it, why was he even considering that?!
While he was lost in thought, Ayako lowered her gaze and murmured,
"I apologize for my rudeness, Lord Mirai. Please don't take it to heart."
She turned and left, her steps slightly hesitant.
Truthfully, she had known from the beginning that her chances were slim.
After all, with Lord Mirai's status, what kind of woman couldn't he have?
But she had still wanted to try.
And now, she had her answer.
As he watched her retreating figure, Mirai forced himself to suppress the impulse to call her back.
She wasn't going anywhere.
This kind of thing…
He could always reconsider once Karin was older.
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