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Chapter 17 - Chapter 17: Ants

Morning again. The first thing I felt upon waking up was warmth. I open my eyes to find toga and Ael cuddling next to me, happily.

One of my arms were being pinned under Toga as she clung to my chest like a greedy cat, her soft breaths tickling my skin while she nuzzles into my neck.My other arm was tangled with Ael, her silver hair spilling over my shoulder, her delicate fingers curling in my shirt as she slept soundly.

For a moment I just layed there, basking in the moment.

The slowly rhythm of their breathing. The way their bodies naturally molded against mine.

'Ah, this is the life. Waking up next to two baddies, yes sir.'

This second life... It's been pretty damn great so far.

Who knew dying would be the best thing that ever happened to me?

'System.'

The soft glow of the interface appeared before my eyes, the familiar feminine voice responding to me almost instantly.

"Morning, dear~ Thinking about me first thing in the morning, after waking up? How romantic~"

I slowly exhale through my nose, already used to her constant teasing.

"How's the Realm's repair progressing?"

"Hmm, let's see... Ah! Just one month left in real-world time, not long now~ Though, if you'd rather spend time with me instead of training, I wouldn't complain~"

I snort, "Not unless you get a physical body, can't enjoy myself with only a system interface."

"Oh please~" she purrs, " After everything I saw you do with Toga and Ael I wouldn't be surprised if you learned a skill, that makes you able to have sex with even a system... Well if that happens I wouldn't mind~"

I smirk lazily, "Well I know you wouldn't, sweetheart."

The system lets out a fake ass gasp.

"Oh no~ He's onto me~"

I chuckle, shaking my head while closing my eyes again.

One month untill my Realm gets restored. By then, my Shadow Legion would be strong enough to rival the best of this world, and I'd have almost complete mastery over my Zanpautō.

So yeah, that leaves me with a interesting question...

The fuck am I supposed to do now?

By now my five shadow generals had reached mid to peak Kage-level and the rest of the 45 shadow knights had climbed to Elite jonin level.

I had completed control over most of my powers, from my omni-Titan abilities to my Shikai and everything else. I'm already beyond the point of needing structured training.

So yeah I made a choice.

'Might as well attend the acadamy.'

Even the system glitched for a second.

"... I'm sorry, what?"

I shrug mentally, "Ya heard me."

"Aki, you're literally the strongest existence in this village, no scratch that, in the entire world and you want to go to school with a bunch of kids?"

I grin, "Why not? it'll be fun, I didn't get to experience a normal normal school life in my last life. Might as well mess around a bit."

"Mess around." she chuckles dryly. "That's your reason."

"Exactly."

She gives out a tired sigh. I don't even know if systems can get tired.

"You're impossible. But fine, whatever, at least we'll be entertained."

'Damn right.'

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Morning came, and with it, breakfast.

I sat at the head of the table, lazily eating breakfast while Toga and Ael talk about the next focus of Toga's training.

"I've decided to go to the Academy." I casually announce between bites.

Toga freezes mid convo.

Then she slammed her hands on the table looking at me like a kid on Christmas.

"Then I'm going with you too!"

I chuckle and ruffle her hair lightly, " Not yet, my crazy girl. You still need to train untill you hit at least Low-Kage level."

She pouts aggressively, looking at me like I told her Santa isn't real.

(A/N. Which is facts kids don't believe what your parents tell you, they're part of a goverment conspiracy. Run kids! Run!!!)

"Tch! That's not fair, Aki~!"

I sigh and pull out two vails, one crimson filled with blood and the other creamy white, filled with... my custard milk.

Toga instantly stops complaining, her eyes sparkling as she locks onto the creamy vial. Ael on the other hand just gives me a look that screams, 'Where's mine.'

I just roll my eyes and turn to Toga, "This has trace amounts of my Titan Bloodline," I said smoothly, spinning it between my fingers. "This'll make your training progress faster and smoother so drink it slowly."

Her expression flipped from disappointment to hunger instantly.

"Gimme."

I pass both of the vial to her with a smile. "Be patient, train hard and I'll give you something way better."

Her grin turns mischievous as she licks her lips seductively.

"Ohhh? Aki~ That almost sounds like you want to eat me up~"

Ael who had been quietly sipping her tea, rolled her eyes, "Just eat your damn food, you horny lunatic."

Toga chuckle opening the vial with blood before pouring it over her breakfast like a freak. Her expression turning to pure bliss as she slowly savore every bite.

While she's lost in the sauce, I go to sit next to Ael and secretly hand her two bigger vial filled with my creamy seed and whisper to her teasingly.

"Here's you're share, next time I'll give it to you from the source." I peck her cheek and smugly walk away to get ready for ninja acadamy.

Ael just scoffs with a red blushing face, quickly hides the vials likes it's the most precious things ever.

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After searching the system shop I finally got my fit for the day. So yeah I'm posted up infront of the mirror, rolling the sleeves of my loose white shirt up to my elbow. My black joggers fit perfectly, loose enough for movement but stylish enough to make a statement. And to top it off, You know I had to put on some Black Air One's. Simple clean and comfortable.

Then came my hair.

As much as I love the whole badass multi coloured hair. I came to the conclusion that, midnight black and red is way better, so yeah... I turned the effect of my Omni-Titan bloodlines effect on my hair to max, until my hair turned a deep shade of black.

I tied my now black hair with red edges, into a high ponytail, letting some strands fall and frame my face. On some hot girl shit.

While I was feeling myself in the mirror I noticed my eyes kinda changed. I leaned in closer, inspecting the way the red and purple swirls of my pupils had developed a golden outer ring.

Well damn

Not only was I stupidly strong, but it looks like my ascension to godhood further refined my looks.

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After saying goodbye to Ael and Toga (who returned to my Realm), I made my way toward the acadamy.

The moment I stepped into the street I could feel it.

Eyes, everywhere.

Everywhere I passed by, people would turn their heads, Men looked upon me with jealousy burning in their eyes, while the women looked at me in... well , other ways.

I can't even count how many kunoichi fell for my looks, not that I give a damn.

I just kept walking, ignoring the whispers, awed looks and breathy gasps.

Today I didn't give a damn, just wanna have some fun.

With a lazy grin I swagger toward my class all nonchalant and shit. As I enter the class, the entire room went dead silent.

Not even the damn cricket chirped.

All eyes where on my, Every single person. Some reactions stood out immediately.

Ino's face lit up like a festival lantern. She practically beamed, her hands clapping together excitedly like she just saw her husband walking in.

Naruto grinned widely. "Aki! Over here man!" He waved me over. Hinata next to him turned beet red, frozen in place her hands clenching the fabric of her jacket.

Sasuke just gave me a side eye, well guess that's to be expected from a edge lord, and his future wifey just brinked, clearly conflicted by who to simp over. Well not like I really wanted her in my harem anyway so I promptly walked towards my sheet.

Passing Kiba, Shino and even Choji on the way. Shikamaru just gave me a lazy "Yo". I sat down next to Naruto and Hinata with a lazy grin.

"What's good?"

I lean back against my seat, arms crossed, while Iruka droned on about basic Chakra control.

Naruto beside me was struggling to stay awake.

"Man this is so boring," he whispered while resting his cheek on his palm. "Why do we even need to learn this, I just wanna do some cool jutsu already."

I shake my head, "Well if you actually paid attention in class, you might stop failing your transformation jutsu so badly."

Naruto pouted, about to argue back, but before he could-

"Naruto! Stop talking and move to the front!" Iruka's sharp voice cut through the classroom, ending our conversation before it could even heat up.

Naruto groaned but obeyed, dragging himself toward the front. Recieving looks of disdain from the random nobodies and NPC.

'Fucking hypocrites.' I scoff at all the useless trash.

Well now that Naruto was gone, I turned my lazy gaze towards the adorable, blushing mess, Hinata.

The moment I smiled her way she froze. Instant red face. I can practically see the steam rising from her head.

Damn, she's adorable.

There's no way I can resist the urge to tease such a cute creature. So after a split second decision, I open my system shop and purchase a few boxes of special chocolate.

Not the normal kind of sweets. These had a added effect, making anyone who ate one, feel completely relaxed around me... Don't judge me.

With one smooth motion I lean in closer to her and whispering soft and lazy.

"Hey, Hina, wanna try one?"

She looks at the small luxuriously wrapped box of chocolate like a deer caught in headlights.

"Come on," I whisper with a soft smile, even turning on just a bit of my natural charm, "I promise you'll like it."

She hasitate for a second before falling for my kidnapper ass line, she then, very slowly, took one.

Bringing it to her lips, she bit down.

The moment it touched her tongue, it melted into a explosion of bittersweet delight.

Her entire expression instantly changed. Her eyes lit up, her lips part slightly as the rich chocolate melted on her tongue.

"Mmm.." she let's out a soft, satisfied hum.

Seeing her so happy I lean in even closer, my voice amused, So? How does it taste?"

She swallowed quickly, fidgeting with her jacket, I-it's... really good..."

Damn even with the effects of the Be my friend chocolates, she's still this shy, it makes her even cuter.

For the rest of the day I kept messing with her, talking, teasing. Watching her slowly get more comfortable around me and all in all being a bad influence.

At the end of class I ask her to stay behind, after everyone left, I take out a small black box and open it.

Inside lays a silver bracelet.

It looked simple, elegant and beautiful, but like most of the stuff I buy from the system shop, this wasn't .a normal bracelet. Far from it.

This was a insanely overpowered piece, on par with some precious artifects from a few anime and novels. The thing had a barrier built in, strong enough to tank the attacks of a entire Kaguya clan.

"Here." I smile, "Wear this it'll keep you safe."

Hinata blinkes, looking between me and the bracelet, not knowing what to say, her face still pink.

"F-for me...?"

"Yeah." I say simply, taking her little hand and slide the bracelet onto her wrist. It automatically adjusts to fit her perfectly.

She looks at the beautiful bracelet, it's red gems fitting perfectly with her pale skin. The small, warm and beautiful smile blooming on her face make her look absolutely breathtaking.

I ask the system to take a screenshot.

Yeah... she's mine.

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After walking out of class hand in hand. We spot Ino looking around like she's looking for someone or something.

With my signature lazy grin, I walk over to her with Hinata shyly following behind still holding my hand.

"Hey, Ino."

She jumps, caught of guard, "H-huh? What's up Aki?"

"Come over to my place" I casually and smoothly pitch. "Hinata's coming too."

She looks at me suprised then looks at Hinata who blushes and looks down. Then Ino's face turns red too. "W-what? Just like that?!"

I smirk, "Just like that."

Ino hasitate but I could already see the answer in her bright blue eyes. She wanted to come.

I turned, already walking away with Hinata

Knowing she'd follow.

And that she did. And just like that.

I had Ino and Hinata in my hands, heading to my massive estate.

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Hinata and Ino stood outside my estate, their jaws practically on the floor.

"Aki..." Ino finally spoke, blinking in disbelief. "You said you were a orphan, right?"

I shrug nonchalantly, "Yup, still am,"

She turned to me with narrowed eyes, clearly not believing me. "Then how the hell do you have all this?!"

I simple shrug, "Hard work and dedication"

The answer clearly wasn't enough for her, but before she could grill me further, I push open the front gates and pull them inside.

As I guide them through my mansion sized home, their expressions shift from awe to utter disbelief.

"W-what is all this, Aki-kun?" Hinata asks curiosly as she looks at the modern technology filling my house, appliances, LED lighting, even a massive flat-screen TV. Stuff they had never seen before.

Ino, spun around the halls, "Where the hell did you even get this stuff?!"

I smirk lazily, casually throwing a lie. "Made most of it myself."

The room fell silent.

Hinata and Ino just stared at me.

After a second, Ino let out a frustrated groan, running a hand through her silky, blond hair. "You're seriously a damn genuise too?! You're already, handsome, rich and now you're telling me you invent things like this?;"

I just chuckle and keep walking, leading them to my master bedroom.

Once inside, I hand them a bunch of snacks, setting them down on my huge fluffy bed.

"Alright" I say while flipping through my custom - built entertainment system. "Let me introduce you both to something special."

I select a wholesome romance anime and press play.

The moment it started, both girls were instantly hooked. They lean forward, eyes wide, completely captivated by the animation, the story and all in all the magic of anime.

"This is amazing... " Hinata whispers in awe.

Ino nodded, barely blinking, "How have I never seen this before?"

I smirk, settling down between them, "Welcome to anime, girls."

As they watch, I casually wrap my arms around both of their waists, pulling them close.

Hinata tenses up immediately, her face turning bright red, but she didn't move away, I took that as a absolute win.

Ino glanced at me out of the corner of her eye, her lips part slightly, but after a second she just snuggles into my side like it's the most normal thing.

After getting comfortable, the three of us injoyed the wholesome anime while cuddling as the rain starts to pour outside, creating a nice warm atmosphere perfect to chill with 2 cute girls.

Ever so often they'd steal glances at me. I just acted like I don't notice.

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Hours flew by in a flash, by the time we noticed it was already late afternoon and the sun started setting.

After shutting everything down we decided to take Hinata home first. Damn how I wish I had a damn super car right now, well maybe next time. For now I walked Hinata home with Ino.

As we reached the Hyuga compound, I see the same two guard from before, standing tall with their expressions impassive.

I grin inwardly, coming up with a nice way to make it clear that Hina is mine. So with a smirk I pull Hinata closer and lean down slightly, making sure the guards and other Hyuga clansmen could see what I'm bout to do.

I lean down and lift Hinata's chin with my fingers, planting a soft lingering kiss to her soft lips before pulling away with a smile.

Her expression in complete shock.

I pat her head gently with a soft smile, "See you tomorrow Hina." just like that I take Ino's hand who looked at me like I'm a mad man and we walk off leaving behind a blushing Hinata.

With Ino's hand in mine we stroll though the streets in comfortable silence.

The night was peaceful.

She didn't say much, but neither did she let go of my hand as I playfully entwine our fingers.

When we finally reach the Yamanaka flower shop, I turn to her, her eyes meeting mine, expectantly. The Slight blush on her face made her look even more charming in under the flickering street light.

I lean down slightly sealing her cherry coloured lips gently. Her arms wrap around my neck as she stand on her tiptoes to deepen the kiss. Her eyes closing as she sinks deeper into the moment.

After what felt like hours we finally pull back her face flushed as she gasps for air. Her eyes burning with affection and love. I just smile and huge her tightly against my chest.

"Guess you and Hina are mine now, huh?" I say, gently stroking her soft blond hair.

She chuckle softly against my chest, looking up at me with a soft smile.

After a few more minutes of us embracing she finally pulls away.

"Well it's getting late I'll see you tomorrow, Ino,"

She gives a tiny, shy nod, clearly still dazed as she step back and skip to her front door.

Just before closing the door, she gave me a small wave.

I stretch lazily as her door closes, smirking lazily. Turning to go to my next destination

'Well... That went well.'

Hands in my pocket I casually make my way towards Naruto's apartment. I already had the power to demolish anyone in this world why not fuck around and make some throuble.

The air was crisp, the quiet of the night only interrupted only by the rustling of leaves and the distant sound of Konoha's nightlife. I stroll lazily through the village streets, making my way toward Naruto's shabby little apartment.

Even from the distance I could feel the watchful eyes of the Anbu monitoring this place, their presence clung to the shadows like rats, scurrying from one rooftop to another.

Pathetic, my shadows could kill them in a second. 'Meh where's the fun in that.'

Ignoring them I continue to make my way to Naruto's door and knock twice.

The muffled sounds of hurried footsteps echoes from the other side before the door creak open, revealing Naruto clad in his black and white pajamas, hair messy and eyes slightly puffy from sleep.

"Aki!" He broke into a wide grinchis blue eyes sparkling with excitement.

"Yo." I return his enthusiasm with a lazy grin of my own.

Naruto stepped aside and waved me in. His place was the same as in the anime, small and depressingly empty. The smell of old instant ramen hung heavily in the air.

He rubbed the back of his head sheepishly, avoiding my gaze. "Uh, sorry I don't really have anything to offer, just... water i guess."

I smirk, dropping down on his beat-up couch like I own the place, "No worries my dude, waters fine but I bought my own stuff."

Without waiting for his reaction, I snap my fingers.

The air rippled slightly as a pile of snacks, drinks and a huge stack of Ryo materialize on the table. Bags of chips, candy, soda cans. All kinds of food Naruto would probably never be able to afford.

Naruto's eyes widen, his jaw newly hitting the floor. "W-whoa! Where did all this come from?!"

I chuckle, leaning back against the couch, "Just a little jutsu of mine, let's me create almost anything I want."

His amazement instantly turns into awe. "That's so damn cool Aki! You gotta teach me that sometime!"

"Maybe someday," I wave home off, for a moment I actually consider teaching him when he reaches sage level but that's for later. "For now, just keep it a secret, yeah? Don't go blabbing about it to anyone."

He nods eagerly, practically vibrating with excitement. "You go it! Secret's safe with me!"

I slid the pile of money toward him.

Naruto blinkes in confusion, staring at the Ryo as if it were a Genjutsu.

"Wait... Is this real?!"

I nod seriously. "Real as it gets. Use it for whatever you need, food, clothes, whatever. And before you start arguing, just take it. You're like a little brother to me so consider it a gift from a bro."

He hasitate for a moment before a grin stretches across his face. 'Thanks, Aki, you're seriously the best!"

I stand up, stretching lazily, "Yeah, yeah enough of the wholesome stuff. Anyway I gotta head out it's getting late."

As I walk towards the door, something struck me. A plan I'd been mulling over for a while. Something that would change everything for Naruto.

I turn around, looking him dead in the eye, my gaze sharp and serious. "Naruto... do you want to know about your parents. Who they were and why that old foggy Hokage never told you about them?"

Naruto's eyes went wide, his body locking up as if he'd been hit by paralyzing jutsu, for a moment he just stood there frozen.

Then.

"ARE YOU SERIOUS!?" he lunged forward, grabbing me by the shoulders, shaking me like a madman, "You really know who my parents are!?"

I pat his head with a smile. "Calm down idiot I said I'd tell you, but not now. Trust me on this one, okay"

He nods, practically bouncing on his heels, fists clenched in anticipation.

"Then where?! When?!"

"You'll know when the time is right, it won't be long I promise." I say, "There too many ears and eyes around you right now."

Naruto looks at me in confusion clearly oblivious to the level of monitoring around him but he still nods hasitantly. "I'll wait, I know you wouldn't lie to me."

I smirk, ruffling his hair. "Good, don't tell anyone what we talked about today okay."

With that I say goodbye and make my way back towards my estate. As I walk through the quiet forest I could feel the burning gazes from all around me.

'Looks like my night won't end blandly at all.' I grin mentally, excited for my fist real conflict.

By the time I reached the deserted path, aways from the main streets of the village, I sense the air shifting. Then out of the shadows they emerged.

A dozen Root ninja, their white masks gleaming under the moon as it peaks from the clouds, surrounding me from all sides.

I stop, my posture lazy with my hands casually shoved into my pockets.

"Took you long enough, little rats," I taunt with a cocky smirk stretching across my lips. "Did that old basterd Danzo have to kiss y'all goodnight before you came?"

They said nothing. Silent emotionless puppets.

The one at the front finally spoke, his voice low and mechanical. "You have been deemed a potential threat to the village, Come with us. Now."

I chuckle darkly, my eyes glowing with a beastly voilet-red light.

"A potential threat, huh? Guess ya master isn't as stupid as I thought,"

A slight twitch of the leader's finger, clearly shows his irritation, amusing me even more.

"Resistance will result in your immediate termination."

I laugh at their threat, finding it truly amusing and at the time infuriating.

Without waiting for me to say anything they all moved as one. Charging at me with perfect coordination, leaving no openings for a escape.

Such a perfectly timed attack would even be enough to injure a Kage-level ninja, but... they were ants trying to face me, A God.

"Insolent insects!!"

I roar in pure rage at these lowly pieces of shit, trying to challenge me. In and instant I release a fraction of my power. Letting my hybrid energy burst forth like a tidal wave, the air itself trembled, the ground and forest around me instantly gets blasted away with a loud boom.

The Root ninjas flew backwards their bodies landing heavily in the rubble, shaking in fear as my aura crushes down on them.

"Pathetic" I spat, eyes glowing with cold disgust, "is this all Danzo has to offer? No wonder he's still hiding in the shadows like the rat he is."

One of them lunged forward with a kunai aiming for my neck.

Before he could even reach a few meters from me, his weapon and arm shatter turning to shredded iron, flesh and bones followed by the rest of his body.

Another tried attacking from behind with a lightning infused sword. He turned to dust without me even moving. With a cruel grin I turn to the rest, stretching my hand forward and grasp the air.

"Grasp Heart"

Before they could react, half of them clench their chest as they fall to the ground, their eyes behind the mask expressing confusion and fear as the light fade from their eyes.

"Be proud insects, you have the honour of being nourishment for my soldiers." As my words fell, hundreds of hands greedily pulls at the shadows of the dead Root ninjas. Feeding on their vitality till even their flesh rot into dust.

After a few seconds I turn to the remaining Root ninjas with a devilishly cruel grin. Behind me stood all my shadows their expressions twisting into the same grin as mine.

The remaining Root stood frozen looking at me like the devil himself.

"Oh~ so many insects left. We only need one to send the message soooo who's gonna be the luck one?"

Without wasting a second. They all vanished into the night, running for their lives. After a few seconds I turn to my shadows with a expression of disinterest.

"Leave one alive. As for the others, Kill them, kill them all."

With a salute, all the shadows melt into the night eagerly going after their first real prey.

As for me I just continued on my way without a care in the world, a satisfied smirk on my lips. Without a ounce of guilt for killing those lower lifeforms.

'Tomorrow will be quite interesting'

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(A/N: Sorry for the late upload.)

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