Finally, Minato managed to address most of Naruto's faults—or quirks, as he reluctantly admitted. The Logic Unit was now significantly less chaotic, although traces of her peculiar tendencies lingered, like a faint scent of ramen in the air. He wasn't entirely sure if he'd fixed her or just rearranged the mess, but it was enough to move forward.
As Minato took a moment to catch his breath, Bitch appeared beside him, her ever-expressionless face tilted slightly as if contemplating something. "We must proceed to reboot the system in the Processor now," she stated matter-of-factly.
Minato blinked. "Reboot the system? Wait—hold on a second. If we do that, what happens to her? Will she lose... memories? Or her personality?"
Bitch gave him a long, calculating stare. "The core personality and memories will remain intact. The reboot will only stabilise and optimise her Logic Unit."
He exhaled in relief. "Okay, good. But... before we do that, I've been thinking about something."
"Thinking?" Bitch echoed. "Please clarify."
Minato crossed his arms, gazing into the infinite, surreal expanse of Naruto's mind. "Naruto... she's been through so much. She doesn't sleep, eat, or even feel things like a normal person. I know she's technically perfect as she is, but... I feel like she's missing out on what it means to be human."
Bitch tilted her head further, her mechanical gaze narrowing in confusion. "Why? 2B is already perfect. Perfection requires no alterations."
"No, I mean..." Minato struggled to articulate his thoughts. "Why not make her human? Physically, I mean. Wouldn't it be possible to give her those experiences? To let her live fully?"
Bitch's sapphire eyes flickered faintly, as though processing his suggestion. "You understand that such a change would compromise her indestructible nature. Wood infused with Sage Energy offers unparalleled durability. A human body, by comparison, is fragile."
"I know," Minato said, his tone soft but resolute. "But... she deserves to feel the wind on her skin, to taste her favourite ramen, to take naps without standing guard like a soldier. Even if it makes her more vulnerable, isn't it worth it?"
Bitch paused, her internal processors whirring audibly for a moment. "Yes. It is possible to alter 2B's physical composition to mimic a human form. However, the process will be complex and irreversible."
"Good," Minato said, his determination unwavering. "I want to do it. How do I start?"
"We must rewrite the seals engraved within her system," Bitch explained. "These seals regulate the flow of Natural Energy through her wooden structure. By modifying them, we can—"
"—Alter the way her body reacts to Natural Energy, effectively converting her into a human-like state," Minato finished, nodding as the concept clicked in his mind. "Brilliant! Let's do it!"
Without waiting for further instructions, Minato began walking purposefully into the depths of Naruto's mind. After a few confident strides, however, he stopped abruptly and turned back with a sheepish smile. "Uh... where exactly are we going?"
Bitch raised a metaphorical eyebrow. "To her core. Dattebayo."
"Right. And... where's that?"
"Her chest."
Minato froze. "Wait, her chest? That's... awkward."
"Why?" Bitch asked, her tone genuinely puzzled. "It is merely a designated location within the system. Practicality supersedes sentimentality."
"She's my daughter!" Minato exclaimed, his voice an odd mix of embarrassment and exasperation.
Bitch regarded him with her typical deadpan expression. "2B possesses no biological relation to you. Emotional associations are irrelevant."
"Yeah, but—" Minato groaned, running a hand through his hair. "Never mind. Let's just get this over with."
The journey to Naruto's core was a surreal experience. The vibrant ramen-themed landscapes gradually gave way to a sleek, futuristic aesthetic. Gleaming circuits pulsed with light, and faint mechanical hums filled the air. Minato couldn't help but marvel at the intricacy of the design—it was like walking through the heart of a living machine.
As they approached the core, Minato spotted an enormous, glowing seal engraved on a circular platform. It radiated a soft, golden light, pulsating rhythmically like a heartbeat.
"This is it?" Minato asked, stepping closer.
"Yes," Bitch confirmed. "This seal controls the distribution of Natural Energy throughout 2B's system. Modifying it will initiate the transformation process."
Minato knelt by the seal, examining its intricate design. The patterns were far more complex than any sealing jutsu he'd encountered before, but he could see the logic behind them. With careful precision, he began to make adjustments, his fingers glowing with chakra as he worked.
As he altered the seal, the platform began to tremble slightly, and the golden light grew brighter. A faint vibration hummed through the air, and Minato could feel the energy shifting within the system.
"Is this normal?" he asked, glancing at Bitch.
"Yes," she replied. "The transformation process will destabilise the system temporarily. Continue your work."
Minato nodded, focusing on the task at hand. Each adjustment required immense concentration, as even the smallest mistake could have catastrophic consequences. Sweat beaded on his forehead as he meticulously rewrote the seals, his mind racing to keep up with the complex calculations.
After what felt like hours, he finally made the last adjustment. The seal emitted a blinding flash of light, and the trembling subsided.
"It's done," Minato said, his voice tinged with exhaustion and relief. "What happens now?"
"The system will begin integrating the changes," Bitch explained. "The process will take time, but 2B will gradually transition into a human-like state."
Minato sank to the ground, letting out a deep sigh. He couldn't believe it—he'd actually done it. Naruto would finally have the chance to experience life as a human, with all its imperfections and joys.
As he sat there, staring at the glowing seal, he couldn't help but feel a surge of hope. For the first time in years, he believed that Naruto's future could be something extraordinary—not because of her indestructibility or her quirks, but because of her humanity.