Rebirth of Uchiha Tatsumi
The Beginning of the Journey
"Seriously? I waited a whole week for this ten-minute scene and they still threw in an ad right before it! These money-hungry sites are unbelievable!"
In a dimly lit room cluttered with snack wrappers, instant noodle bowls, empty water bottles, and cigarette butts, a faint glow from a computer screen cut through the darkness. On it, an episode of Naruto Shippuden was playing. The scene: Might Guy unleashing the Eighth Gate against Madara Uchiha.
The room's lone occupant—pale, shirtless, unkempt—sat hunched before the screen, ranting to no one in particular. His name was Ye Chen, a once-promising student whose life took a dark turn after losing his parents in a tragic car accident. Though compensated by the at-fault driver, the trauma left him emotionally hollow. He withdrew from society, abandoned school, and immersed himself in anime and games to fill the void.
"Man, Guy-sensei's going all out... But Madara's still unstoppable even in his Six Paths form. It's insane," Ye Chen murmured. "Power like that... I'd give anything to have it."
Just then, a voice echoed in his head:
"Do you desire power? The kind that dominates all?"
"Of course I do! Who wouldn't?!"
"Then... your wish shall be granted."
Ye Chen's eyes widened. "Who's there?!"
But before he could react further, darkness consumed him.
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A few days later, news reports circulated of a young man found dead in his apartment—suspected cause: acute exhaustion from prolonged internet use. Experts advised parents to monitor their children's screen time more closely.
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Konoha Village – The Uchiha Compound
The Uchiha clan, descendants of Indra Ōtsutsuki, were famed for their Sharingan—one of the Three Great Dōjutsu. Their prowess in Fire Release techniques and elite combat skills made them one of Konoha's strongest clans. Many Uchiha also served in the Konoha Military Police Force.
At this moment, the Uchiha compound was bustling with excitement. Mikoto Uchiha, the wife of clan head Fugaku Uchiha, was in labor.
"Don't worry, Lord Fugaku. Lady Mikoto is strong. She'll be fine," an elder reassured him. Fugaku, though outwardly calm, had his fists clenched in nervous anticipation.
A small child—barely five years old—ran up to him.
"Itachi," Fugaku said with a rare smile, "You're back from the Academy?"
"Yes, Father," replied Itachi Uchiha, the child prodigy whose talent had already surpassed many adults. "Is Mother okay?"
"She'll be fine. You're about to become a big brother."
"A brother..." Itachi's expression lit up with awe and curiosity.
Suddenly, a baby's cry pierced the air. Moments later, a medical-nin emerged.
"Congratulations, Lord Fugaku. Lady Mikoto has delivered two healthy baby boys—twins."
Fugaku's eyes widened. "Twins?"
Inside, Mikoto lay exhausted but smiling, gazing at the two infants placed beside her.
"They look just alike..." she whispered, reaching out to gently caress the quiet one's face. "So peaceful... My little Tatsumi."
The louder, more energetic one continued to cry.
"These two... They'll change everything."
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Uchiha Tatsumi
"Ugh... Where am I? Why can't I open my eyes?"
Ye Chen—or rather, the soul of Ye Chen—was stirring within a new vessel.
"I hear voices... but I can't understand them. What is this place?"
He tried to move but was overwhelmed by exhaustion. Slowly, his senses returned. Someone was speaking, and he felt warmth on his head.
Then he saw it—a large, pale hand gently stroking his forehead.
"What... is this? My hand?! It's so small!"
It dawned on him.
"I'm... a baby?"
Fragments of memory flooded back—his death, the strange voice, his final moments watching Naruto.
"No way... Did I reincarnate into the Naruto world?"
He tried to cry out, but all he could muster was a weak gurgle. He looked over and saw another baby—identical in appearance—but fussing loudly. The woman beside them reached for him gently, her face etched with warmth and relief.
"She called me... Tatsumi?"
The realization hit him like a jutsu to the chest.
"I'm Uchiha Tatsumi… Sasuke Uchiha's twin brother. This wasn't in the anime at all!"
And just like that, a new chapter of Ye Chen's life began. With the blood of Uchiha running through his veins and the mysterious Strongest System awakening within him, he was ready to change fate itself.
"The world of shinobi… just got a new player."