Chapter 286 The changing situation

A month later, Naruto and Sasuke's lives have changed dramatically. Every day, they have to receive cultural education from the Humagia robot. Naruto has always been bored and resistant to these cultural courses. He always feels that sitting at the desk to learn those boring knowledge is really a torture. However, Sasuke is extremely focused. He not only learns the knowledge of cultural courses, but also learns more about the operation and logic of the world through these courses.

"Naruto, you can't be so lazy anymore." Sasuke looked at Naruto who was looking around and whispered, "This knowledge is very important for our future."

Naruto pouted in dissatisfaction, "But I hate these boring classes! We are ninjas, not scholars!" Despite this, Naruto still listened to the lectures seriously unless he was really sleepy.

The Shumagia robot stood aside and said calmly, "Naruto, knowledge is a part of power. With more knowledge, you can better protect yourself and others in the future."

Naruto sighed and reluctantly opened his textbook, but his heart was still full of doubts and confusion. After the end of the daily classes, they sometimes got some free time. During these moments, Naruto and Sasuke often strolled in the rebuilt Konoha Village after the war.

The changes in Konoha Village were shocking. The ruins that were once devastated were now rapidly turning into modern buildings, new streets, spacious squares, and everything seemed to be in good order. Naruto looked at these changes with mixed emotions in his heart. He couldn't understand why these invaders would bring about such a fast and efficient construction.

"Sasuke, do you feel that these invaders... are not completely bad people?" Naruto asked in a low voice, his eyes full of confusion.

Sasuke was silent for a moment, then nodded, "They have indeed changed a lot, but we must not forget that they also brought countless pains and sacrifices."

After hearing this, Naruto felt even more complicated. He remembered that he had regained his status as the son of the Fourth Hokage, and the villagers' attitude towards him had changed dramatically. In the past, they were full of rejection and disgust towards him, but now they were full of respect and reverence for him.

"Naruto, you are the son of the Fourth Hokage, that's amazing!" Villagers passing by often said to him with admiration on their faces.

Naruto was extremely confused by this, "Why did the bad guys who invaded Konoha make my life feel like a dream?"

Not only that, he also learned a lot about the dark secrets of Konoha's high-ranking officials from these cultural classes. These people who once made him extremely respectful have now been exposed to all kinds of dark secrets. This makes Naruto full of contradictions and confusion.

So, with this idea.

One day, Naruto decided to find Kakashi, who was helping Konoha after the war, and seek his help. When he found Kakashi, he saw him busy directing ninja workers to carry out reconstruction work.

"Teacher Kakashi!" Naruto shouted and ran forward.

Kakashi turned around and saw Naruto, with a hint of surprise and relief in his eyes, "Naruto, why are you here?"

Naruto stopped and said between breaths, "Kakashi-sensei, I have a lot of questions for you."

Kakashi put down his work, smiled and motioned for Naruto to sit down, "Okay, Naruto, tell me about your confusion."

Naruto took a deep breath and began to express his doubts, "Kakashi-sensei, why did those who invaded Konoha make my life so good? Aren't they bad people? Moreover, I am the son of the Fourth Hokage now, and the villagers respect me very much, but I still can't understand it."

Kakashi's eyes softened, and he patted Naruto's shoulder, "Naruto, sometimes things are not black and white. This invasion did bring a lot of pain, but they also have their own reasons and goals. As for you, as the son of the Fourth Hokage, you should have received such respect and treatment."

Naruto lowered his head, his voice filled with confusion, "But, Kakashi-sensei, I have been ostracized since I was a child. Why didn't the higher-ups tell the villagers who I was? Why did they let me be treated as a demon fox?"

Kakashi's expression became serious, and he said softly, "Naruto, there are many things that we cannot easily understand. The top management has their considerations and decisions, but that does not mean they are right. You need to learn to find your own way in a complex environment."

Naruto nodded. Although he still had many questions in his mind, Kakashi's words comforted him. He raised his head with a firm look in his eyes, "I understand, Kakashi-sensei. No matter what, I will work hard to become stronger and protect Konoha and everyone."

Kakashi smiled and nodded, "This is the Naruto I know. Remember, your strength comes not only from your bloodline, but also from your heart."

Sasuke had been standing aside, listening to their conversation silently. His eyes flashed with complex emotions, and he secretly determined in his heart that no matter what, he would become stronger and find his own way.

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The outskirts of Konoha Village were undergoing a bustling expansion. Construction workers were busy shuttling between various construction sites. The roar of machinery and the shouts of workers intertwined, forming a busy and orderly picture. At this time, two black figures appeared at the edge of the village and were slowly moving inward.

They were Uchiha Itachi and Hoshigaki Kisame, wearing the Akatsuki's black robes with red clouds, which made them stand out. Itachi still had a stern expression on his face, with a hint of deep thought in his eyes. Kisame, on the other hand, had his usual grim smile, holding the huge Samehada in his hand, and looking around vigilantly.

"Itachi, are you really planning to go in and take a look?" Kisame asked in a low voice, with a hint of doubt in his tone.

Itachi nodded, his eyes determined, "I need to check on Sasuke's condition."

Kisame shrugged, "Well, let's go see how these invaders are doing. I heard that their power and technology are very powerful, I wonder if it's true."

The two continued to move forward, gradually approaching the expansion area of ​​Konoha Village. On the way, they encountered several guarding ninjas, who were obviously not native to Konoha, but invaders. Their equipment and temperament were completely different from traditional ninjas.

"Who are you?" one of the guards asked coldly, staring at Itachi and Kisame warily.

Itachi ignored him and walked forward. Kisame grinned and moved the Samehada in his hand slightly, as if to protest. The guards' faces turned serious instantly, but they did not act rashly, but just kept their distance cautiously.

"These people are indeed extraordinary." Kisame whispered, with a glimmer of approval in his eyes.

Itachi nodded and continued walking. The two soon arrived at the outskirts of Konoha Village, where large-scale construction was underway. The original ruins had been cleared, new buildings were rising from the ground, and the streets were spacious and clean, like a brand new city.

"It seems that these invaders have indeed brought about significant changes." Kisame sighed, with a hint of complex emotions in his eyes.

"They are not only here to destroy, but also to rebuild." Itachi said calmly, with a thoughtful gleam in his eyes.

The two continued to move towards the village, and the surrounding scenes made them feel both strange and familiar. The former Konoha Village has now become a modern city, where the combination of technology and ninjutsu is fully demonstrated.

"The strength and technology of the invaders are truly extraordinary," Itachi said, a hint of heaviness in his tone.

"By the way, Itachi, the situation in the ninja world has changed a lot in recent times." Kisame suddenly spoke with a hint of emotion in his tone, "The Kingdom of Wind, the Kingdom of Rivers, the Kingdom of Fields, the Kingdom of Waves, and even the Sand Village and the Sound Village have all been controlled by these invaders. The entire landscape of the ninja world is undergoing tremendous changes. It is said that the leader wants to fight the guys behind them."

Itachi nodded in acknowledgement, "Yes, these invaders are not only targeting Konoha, but the entire ninja world. They want to reshape the order of this world."

"How is Konoha now?" Kisame asked curiously, glancing at the surrounding buildings.

Itachi was silent for a moment, then whispered, "The top leadership of Konoha has been replaced, and new leaders are rebuilding and managing the village. Although it looks prosperous on the outside, internal contradictions and conflicts still exist."

Kisame smiled and said, "No matter how they change, the essence of ninjas will not change. Strength and power will still dominate this world."

As they were talking, a powerful aura suddenly attacked from the front. Itachi and Kisame were instantly alert and looked up, only to see a tall figure slowly approaching. It was Nathan Hawke.

"Welcome, Uchiha Itachi, Hoshigaki Kisame." Nathan Hawke's voice was low and full of majesty. "I have anticipated your arrival."

Itachi and Kisame looked at each other, with a hint of vigilance in their eyes. Nathan Hawke's momentum and strength were obviously not to be underestimated.

"It seems we have come uninvited," Itachi said calmly, his eyes fixed on Nathan Hawke.

"Your arrival is a good opportunity for me to show our strength." Nathan Hawke smiled slightly, then moved his fingers lightly, and a powerful energy wave instantly attacked Itachi and Kisame.

Itachi and Kisame reacted quickly and used ninjutsu to resist, but Nathan Hawke's power was far beyond their imagination. The energy fluctuations instantly destroyed their defenses and knocked them back several steps. The two of them changed their faces slightly, obviously not expecting the opponent's power to be so strong.

"Is this your power?" Itachi whispered, with a calm light in his eyes.

"Just to show you our strength." Nathan Hawke said calmly, "Your arrival is nothing more than to investigate the situation in Konoha. I can tell you that Konoha is now under our control and is developing in a completely new direction."

Itachi and Kisame looked at each other, both filled with shock and uneasiness. Nathan Hawke's strength and confidence made them realize that this enemy was much stronger than they had imagined.

"You can continue to observe, but please remember that you are just guests now." Nathan Hawke said coldly, then turned and left.

Itachi and Kisame stood there, with complex emotions in their eyes. They knew that Konoha was no longer the place they were familiar with, but a brand new battlefield, a place full of unknowns and challenges.

"What should we do?" Kisame asked in a low voice, with a hint of hesitation in his eyes.

"Keep observing and look for opportunities." Itachi said calmly.