What the hell is making games in the Ninja World?

"Minato, how does it feel?" 

"It's pretty good. At least, this warm and comfortable environment is really nice. If I ever get the chance to retire, a place like this would be perfect for secluded living."

"Then I hope your wish comes true."

"Haha, I'll take that as a good omen."

Uchiha Kai and Minato Namikaze, through the game, engaged in a conversation between reality and the game world.

For the audience at the launch event, it looked like Uchiha Kai and the projection of Minato were talking. Minato's actual body, however, appeared as if he were asleep, sitting motionless at the booth.

This scene was quite strange, leaving the crowd in awe.

But for those with sharp observation, there was more to notice, and they couldn't help but be astonished—the stance of Minato Namikaze confirmed that the genjutsu game world was incredibly real, at least sensory-wise, completely different from conventional genjutsu effects.

This genjutsu game was something extraordinary. What would it feel like to experience it? 

Curiosity arose, and even those who were initially cautious about the genjutsu game couldn't help but feel the urge to try it out for themselves.

Undoubtedly, Uchiha Kai had successfully conveyed his message through the conversation with Minato Namikaze.

Next, Uchiha Kai, once again in the role of host, explained to the audience the defining feature of the genjutsu game: its 'realism', unparalleled, and strikingly close to the real world.

However, in this 'realism', no matter the damage received in the game, it would not affect the real world.

Once this was said, ordinary people were left simply amazed and imagining what the experience in the genjutsu game would be like. 

But for the sharp-minded ninjas, there were many more considerations.

Of course, what they considered were the same things Minato Namikaze, as an 'internal' player, would have thought of. 

Some who were familiar with the Uchiha clan were even more horrified because the 'realistic' genjutsu world, without a doubt, was a divine technique for stimulating the Sharingan!

Some individuals with powerful intelligence resources were horrified by the thought that perhaps the Uchiha clan's long-standing research on using genjutsu to stimulate the Sharingan, dating back to the Warring States period, had finally made significant progress. 

The idea of a "genjutsu game"—a real genjutsu technique—seemed like a perfect match for the Uchiha clan!

Thinking about this, these individuals had a sudden realization. No wonder the Uchiha clan could come up with something like the genjutsu game—only they could create something like this.

But the real question was: why did the Uchiha clan choose to make the genjutsu game public and even sell it as a product? Such a thing should have been kept under wraps, hidden from outsiders. Wouldn't that be more advantageous for the Uchiha clan?

Confusion, doubt, and uncertainty flooded their minds.

In the Hokage's office, with the information coming through the Anbu's report and using the Telescope Technique to observe the scene directly, the three members of Konoha Council—excluding Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen—were all shaken.

Mitokado Homura furrowed his brow deeply and spoke gravely: "Hiruzen, the worst-case scenario has happened. The Uchiha clan has already mastered a secret technique to stimulate the Sharingan. Their power will soon experience a massive surge."

"Even the Mangekyō Sharingan, the ultimate power of the Uchiha clan that disappeared decades ago, might resurface."

At this point, the advisor's expression darkened even further, resembling Danzo's increasingly grim demeanor. 

"Hiruzen, we can't stand by any longer. If the Uchiha clan brings back 'that eye' and there's another Uchiha Madara, it'll be disastrous."

Utatane Koharu also nodded in agreement, fully supporting her old partner's words.

The psychological scars that Uchiha Madara had left on Konoha were deeply ingrained. The members of Konoha Council had personally witnessed Madara's terrifying power and understood the true horror of it.

However, in response to his friends' concerns, Sarutobi Hiruzen shook his head. "Uchiha Madara isn't that easy to replicate. The Mangekyo Sharingan is terrifying, but not every Uchiha who awakens the Mangekyo will become Uchiha Madara."

"And, honestly, I'm rather pleased by what's happened."

The two advisors looked at Sarutobi Hiruzen in shock, and he smiled as he took a puff of his cigarette. "As you've said, the Uchiha clan has revealed the results of their research into genjutsu, which has led us to think of some very scary possibilities."

"But if we think about it, it's strange. This is such an important secret, and yet the Uchiha clan didn't hide it. They openly exposed it and even shared the effects of their secret technique with all of Konoha. Isn't that them showing their sincerity?"

The words left the two advisors stunned—yes, the Uchiha clan could have easily kept this secret hidden, used it to have their clan members awaken the Mangekyo, and then launched a surprise attack. There was no need to expose the technique like this.

Even though the Uchiha clan was proud, they were still ninja, and they were fully capable of using hidden tactics and launching sudden strikes when necessary.

Could it be…

That the Uchiha clan is really showing sincerity?

Looking at his two friends who had fallen into deep thought, Sarutobi Hiruzen's gaze turned back to the crystal ball displaying the "Telescope Technique." He looked at the reflection of Minato Namikaze and Uchiha Kai inside, feeling both relaxed and happy.

Because, without a doubt, what was reflected inside was the hope that both the village and the Uchiha clan would have a bright future!

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