NARUTO: Ninja World Scientific Revolution

 "It's finally complete." 

A satisfied smile appeared on Hyuga Mirai's face. After months of refinement, he had finally perfected the Spirit Clone Technique. 

Mastering this jutsu required twelve hand seals and a deep understanding of Yin Release chakra transformation. Only after reaching a highly advanced level in Yin Release could one successfully execute it. 

During the modification process, Mirai drew the most inspiration from Shadow Clone Jutsu, but while shadow clones divided chakra, spirit clones separated the soul itself—making the two techniques fundamentally different. 

This key distinction was why the development process took so long. However, after numerous adjustments and simulations, the difficulty of learning this jutsu had been significantly reduced. Though it remained a forbidden technique, those naturally gifted in Yin Release chakra could master it relatively quickly. 

"Let's test it out." 

Mirai formed a series of hand seals at a rapid pace. 

"Spirit Clone Jutsu." 

The next moment, a faint blue spectral figure emerged from his body. 

"This feels… different from Shadow Clone Jutsu." 

Mirai observed the clone, sensing every thought and action as if he had gained an additional consciousness. 

"It's like having two minds working at once..." 

He immediately recorded his observations and began testing the practical applications of the technique. 

Unlike shadow clones, which dispersed upon taking damage, his spirit clone could be reabsorbed at will. Because it was an extension of his very soul, Mirai could even control his body remotely through the clone. 

To test this, he had both his hands write different words simultaneously. At first, his left hand's writing was a little clumsy, but after a few attempts, the handwriting matched perfectly with his right hand. 

"Split focus… This technique could be the key to creating a perfect Jinchuriki." 

With enough practice, it might even be possible to manage three or four tasks at once. However, the more spirit clones one created, the more mental energy would be consumed, increasing the risk of vulnerabilities in battle. 

Mirai made a mental note of this drawback. After all, splitting into multiple clones might look impressive, but if his main body got caught in a genjutsu or ambushed, the dispersed clones would be left stranded, with no way to return. 

"I bet Orochimaru would love this technique… but I'm not sure about Sasori." 

After some thought, Mirai uploaded the Spirit Clone Technique into the system, making it available for redemption—either through mission completion or an advance exchange, with the debt to be repaid upon Mirai's orders. 

"Now that I have this technique, I should be able to attempt Tenseigan energy absorption." 

According to his calculations, Yin Release chakra was the best medium for absorbing ocular power. However, diving straight into the process using his actual soul was too risky. 

If anything went wrong, he would be the one suffering the consequences. 

Spirit Clone Technique would serve as a safeguard, reducing the risk by four to five times. Even if something went wrong, he would only lose a clone rather than suffer direct damage himself. 

"But before that… I need to check on 18." 

Opening his wrist-mounted terminal, Mirai saw that 18 was still in Roran. With a single command, he summoned her. 

Chakra was a fusion of spiritual energy and physical energy, and starstones contained an exceptionally high concentration of chakra. Initially, Mirai had only considered their potential as an energy source, but he hadn't thought about how chakra's spiritual energy might affect 18's core programming. 

Now, it was clear that the influence wasn't minor. 

After all, spiritual energy and physical energy were the very foundation of Yin-Yang Release. The Sage of Six Paths had used this principle to separate the Ten-Tails' chakra, creating the nine Tailed Beasts—each possessing intelligence on par with humans. 

Creating an entire world was a stretch, but using Yin-Yang Release to forge new entities? That was absolutely possible. 

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Meanwhile, at the Uchiha Clan Compound…

Word of Keikou Trade Association's conditions quickly reached the Uchiha clan, thanks to the intelligence network of the Ninja Cats. 

The Ninja Cat Clan had always been opportunistic, and with Keikou controlling an abundant supply of high-quality metal ores at fair prices, they saw an excellent chance to cut costs. 

Moreover, Keikou wasn't just a mining powerhouse—it was also involved in sea trade. And what did Ninja Cats love the most? Fresh seafood. A trade deal with Keikou meant they could get their favorite delicacies with ease. 

The Uchiha, however, had bigger concerns. 

Compared to the Hyuga Clan, which maintained an excellent reputation, the Uchiha had long been burdened by their dark past. Decades ago, they had produced one of the most powerful rogue ninja in history. And now, they were under suspicion for their alleged role in the Nine-Tails attack on Konoha. 

The Hyuga Clan's problem was relatively minor—a single branch family member defected, and the division between the Main and Branch families made it clear that their ambitions were limited. 

But the Uchiha Clan was different. 

Their Sharingan activated under extreme emotional distress—often through experiencing love and then losing it. This deeply ingrained trauma meant that many Uchiha struggled with emotional stability. 

And now, thanks to the Nine-Tails rampage, which cost the village the Fourth Hokage, the entire village distrusted them. 

It had reached the point where even completing police patrol duties had become difficult. The villagers, who once feared the Uchiha, now looked at them with open hostility and suspicion. 

The rumor that Sharingan had influenced the Nine-Tails had spread, and even ordinary citizens began casting hateful glances at the Uchiha police force. 

In the past, no civilian would have dared to glare at an Uchiha. 

But now? 

When Uchiha patrol squads walked through the streets, they could feel the weight of those cold, accusatory stares. 

The shift was undeniable. 

And as the villagers stopped viewing the Uchiha as allies, the clan's resentment only deepened. Their aggressiveness in law enforcement increased in turn. 

It was a vicious cycle—one that could only spiral further downward.

The Uchiha Police Force had always maintained a strict but reasonable approach to enforcing the law. In the past, minor conflicts with civilians would usually result in a simple warning. But now? Anyone caught breaking the rules was immediately detained and slapped with heavy fines. Those who couldn't pay were locked up indefinitely. 

Even as Uchiha Fugaku, the head of the police force, he found it difficult to control the situation. His clan members had every right to punish those who violated the law, and the resentment they faced from the villagers was very real. If he attempted to restrain them too much, his authority as clan leader would be significantly weakened. 

After a long day of work, Fugaku returned home, greeted by his wife, Uchiha Mikoto. 

"You've had a long day," she said warmly. 

"It wasn't too bad." 

Fugaku kept the worsening situation with the police force to himself. He didn't want to burden his family with his worries. 

"Oh, by the way, the Ninja Cats sent a scroll for you. Since you weren't home, I accepted it on your behalf." 

Mikoto handed over the scroll, untouched and still sealed with the special Uchiha-Ninja Cat clan's communication mark. 

"The Elder Cat… If she's reaching out, something big must be happening in the ninja world again." 

The Ninja Cats always kept the Uchiha informed about major events. Since the clan couldn't freely leave the village without clearance, having an external source of intelligence was essential. 

As Fugaku read through the message, his eyes narrowed. 

"Keikou Trade Association? Why would they want to meet me?" 

The Uchiha had never had any dealings with Keikou before, and yet they had specifically asked the Ninja Cats to arrange a meeting. 

At the bottom of the scroll, the Elder Cat had attached a detailed report on Keikou. The group was an influential noble trade association in the Land of Fire, responsible for nearly all mineral trade between Sunagakure and the outside world. 

A spy operation for Sunagakure? Unlikely. 

The Keikou family had existed long before Sunagakure was even founded. Nobles of such standing had no reason to engage in espionage for a struggling desert village. 

'Might as well hear what they have to say.' 

Fugaku decided he would at least see what Keikou wanted. Besides, refusing outright would be impolite—especially when the Ninja Cats, the Uchiha's main suppliers of weapons and intelligence, had gone out of their way to set up the meeting. 

However, there was no need for him to go personally. 

Sending a trusted subordinate would be enough to show Keikou some respect. 

Fugaku had bigger problems to worry about. 

The biggest one? Finding out who had controlled the Nine-Tails. 

Until the real culprit was exposed, the Uchiha's situation in the village would remain precarious. But ordinary three-tomoe Sharingan users couldn't control a Tailed Beast—not even close. 

Only someone with the Mangekyō Sharingan could achieve such a feat. 

Unless… 

"Someone else in the clan had awakened the Mangekyō but kept it hidden." 

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Konoha Hospital

After teaching Uzumaki Kushina the Yin Seal, Tsunade was finally preparing to leave Konoha. 

Since Shikkotsu Forest had no solution for her Curse Mark, she intended to search elsewhere. Besides, she never felt comfortable in the village anymore. Staying even one more day felt suffocating. 

"When are you leaving, Lady Tsunade?" Kushina asked. 

"In a bit." 

Tsunade glanced at the sleeping Naruto Uzumaki, then let out a sigh. 

"If Naruto weren't a Jinchuriki, you could have left Konoha with me to take a break… Damn it, Minato…" 

The Will of Fire—a noble ideal, but from a family's perspective, Minato had made a terrible choice. 

"I spoke with Kimura. If you ever get too busy, you can entrust Naruto to her for a while," Tsunade advised. 

After giving a few more words of advice, Tsunade and Shizune left Kushina's home, making their way toward the village gates. 

Just as she was about to leave, she ran into Hiruzen Sarutobi. 

Clearly, he was here to convince her to stay. 

"Save it, old man," she cut him off before he could even speak. "You know how I am. Unless you're planning to use force, don't waste your breath." 

Hiruzen hesitated, then sighed. 

"Tsunade… The village needs you right now." 

"Yeah? Then do the village a favor and choose a Fifth Hokage already. Stop clinging to power." 

Tsunade let out a dry laugh before continuing. 

"I haven't even been out much, but even I can tell something is very wrong with Konoha. The police force is cracking down harder than ever, ANBU is shadowing the Uchiha, and there are wars brewing outside while the village itself is unstable. 

All of this? This is happening because you hesitate. 

You hesitated with **Hyuga Mirai**, and now the Uchiha situation is about to explode. 

But unlike that white-eyed brat, the Uchiha won't be so easy to handle." 

With those final words, Tsunade didn't wait for a response. 

Ignoring Hiruzen entirely, she and Shizune walked out of the village—without looking back

(End of Chapter)

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