In Naruto: Reborn with a Chat Group

[Namikaze Minato:...]

[Uzumaki Kushina: ...]

[Uchiha Madara: What did I just witness? The Fourth's son really doesn't know how to use the Clone Technique?]

[Senju Tobirama: How is this even possible? Is this kid playing some kind of prank?]

[Senju Hashirama: That must be it! There's no other explanation!]

[Uchiha Izuna: Just accept the reality. He really doesn't know it.]

[Uchiha Madara: The Nine Tails Jinchūriki can't even perform the Clone Technique??]

[Senju Hashirama: Hey, Madara! He has a name, you know? Stop referring to him like that!]

[Uchiha Madara: That's irrelevant right now. And I didn't mean it in a bad way. The real issue here is that he can't use the Clone Technique. Isn't that just ridiculous?]

[Senju Tobirama: Fourth, I hate to say this, but your son is seriously lagging behind. You were a once-in-a-generation genius, one of the very few I actually acknowledged, yet your son… is completely hopeless. Even if I factor in his circumstances, he still has the Uzumaki blood running through his veins and is the son of a Hokage. None of this makes any sense.]

[Namikaze Minato: ...]

[Senju Hashirama: Fourth, don't be too disheartened. Your son is the Nine Tails Jinchūriki. Even if he never learns a single technique, he'll likely still have enough raw power to crush anyone in the future.]

[Senju Tobirama: Stop spouting nonsense, Brother. Do you really think that with his current abilities, he'll ever be able to control the Nine Tails? Are you joking?]

[Senju Hashirama: Brother, can't you see I'm just trying to lighten the mood?]

[Of course, I know that But why do you always have to spoil the mood by telling the truth? Do you have some personal grudge against Fourth or something?]

[Namikaze Minato: ...]

 ....

At this moment, Naruto was still the same unpopular kid at the academy. Since he hadn't received his headband yet, no one really paid much attention to him. He could only sit alone on the swing, watching as the other children proudly showed off their newly acquired headbands.

Seeing this scene, Makoto paused his conversation with Ino and Hinata before walking over to Naruto's side.

"Hey, Naruto! Why do you look so down? This isn't like you at all!"

Naruto was surprised to see him coming in his direction as he hadn't expected anyone to come over.

"...Well, you already know why I feel this way. Anyway, congratulations! You got your headband, and from now on, you're a real ninja," Naruto said, forcing an awkward smile.

Makoto was touched by Naruto's words and felt a little sorry for him. But this was the beginning of an important event for Naruto where he would steal his signature technique, the Multi-Shadow Clone Jutsu, from the Scroll of Seals.

So, Makoto kept Naruto company, chatting with him the entire time. Before long, Ino and Hinata came over. Then, Shikamaru, Chōji, and several others also joined the group as well.

Even Sasuke came over to see what was going on.

"Hey, hyperactive pineapple head, are you really sulking over something as trivial as a headband?" Sasuke frowned as he stared at Naruto. "If that's all it takes to bring you down, then you really are an idiot."

Naruto's temper flared the moment he heard those words. He jumped to his feet, his hair spiking in frustration.

"You're the idiot, Sasuke!!"

Sasuke turned his head away, completely ignoring him.

Makoto couldn't help but chuckle at the scene.

With the influence of Indra and Ashura's chakra, it was obvious that Sasuke and Naruto were naturally drawn to each other and yet they couldn't stand one another.

As the group continued chatting, Naruto's mood improved significantly.

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[Namikaze Minato: Makoto… Thank you very much!]

[Makoto Ito: Like I said before, Naruto and I have a pretty good relationship. It's only natural for me to cheer up my friend, right?]

[Uzumaki Kushina: Hah! Looks like you still have some conscience left.]

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As time passed, the other students gradually dispersed, heading home. Makoto made up some excuses and sent Ino and Hinata on their way as well.

Two hours later, a figure approached Naruto and Makoto. It was none other than Mizuki.

The moment Makoto saw him, his eyes lit up.

'Finally, the moment I've been waiting for! Mizuki, you're finally here!!'

Mizuki walked over with a friendly smile. "Oh, it's Makoto and Naruto. Why are you two still here? Shouldn't you have gone home by now?"

Then, as if noticing Naruto's slightly downcast expression, Mizuki put on a helpless look and sighed.

"Sigh… Naruto, can you come with me for a moment?"

Makoto glanced at Mizuki, his expression as neutral as ever, but inwardly, he was looking at the man as if he were a complete fool.

'Damn, this guy is really good at acting!'

'He's making it seem like he's here to comfort Naruto, but in reality, he just wants to use him to steal the Scroll of Seals. Alright then, let's see who has the better acting skills!'

With a bright, innocent smile, Makoto slung an arm around Naruto's shoulders.

"Mizuki-sensei, what do you need to say to Naruto in private? Are you planning to give him a special lesson? Can I come too?"

His eyes sparkled with curiosity and eagerness, as if he was desperate to learn whatever Mizuki had to teach.

Mizuki's expression stiffened. Seeing Makoto act so cluelessly, he felt a strong urge to curse out loud. 'This damn brat…!'

Meanwhile, the group members clapped their hands with amazed faces.

[Uchiha Madara: Damn! I remember thinking this kid was completely talentless when we first met. But it turns out his talent is in acting!]

[Senju Tobirama: Now that you mention it… this brat really does have an extraordinary talent for acting.]

[Uchiha Izuna: Is it just me, or does anyone else feel the urge to punch his face?]

[Uchiha Madara: Me too.]

[Senju Tobirama: I won't deny it.]

[Hyuga Hizashi: Wait, hold on! More importantly, why is he suddenly behaving like this?]

[Senju Hashirama: I don't know… but something about that teacher feels off.]

[Namikaze Minato: I agree. There's something suspicious about him. Makoto, be careful. Don't leave Naruto alone with him.]

[Makoto Ito: Since you've spoken, I'll keep a close eye on him!]

On the other hand, Naruto was deeply touched. He didn't have many friends, and not many people were willing to spend time with him. Yet, Makoto never avoided him. He even treated him to ramen from time to time.

To Naruto, Makoto was his best friend!

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