"Truly interesting," Dan thought calmly as he monitored the unfolding events from his distant laboratory.
He had observed every detail of what transpired in the royal hall from the very beginning—or rather, long before that. His watch began the moment the three Uchiha stepped into the range of his vast network, heading toward the distant capital of the Blue Dragon. Currently, the scope of his specialized sensory grid had become gargantuan, covering immense territories in a way that remained imperceptible and undetectable to almost anyone. It stretched for thousands of kilometers in every direction, a thin, invisible layer capturing every movement. Thanks to his transcendent brain capacity, Dan could analyze this massive influx of information with ease.
Fundamentally, Dan knew it was inevitable that his family would interact with the Uchiha and Senju clans in the future. It was an inescapable fate. Both clans were powerful, famous, and widespread, while the Kingdom of the Blue Dragon continued to grow and flourish. Their paths were destined to cross sooner or later. However, he had not expected this first interaction to occur so swiftly and in such a direct manner. It was far ahead of his projected timeline.
Yet, that was not what truly piqued Dan's interest. What ignited his genuine curiosity was the youth named Hiroshi Uchiha. Because of the boy's fierce, defiant nature and overwhelming pride—which reminded Dan of a certain pivotal character from the original story he remembered—he decided to examine the youth with greater scrutiny.
Upon closer inspection, he discovered something monumental: the youth possessed a unique and rare type of Chakra. It was far different from the standard energy—stronger, denser, and carrying a distinct, unmistakable "signature." Dan understood the reality immediately. This boy carried the original, pure Chakra of Indra Otsutsuki. He was what this world referred to as an "Indra Reincarnate," part of the cycle that repeated through generations.
Through his deep scientific and spiritual research, Dan had concluded that the concept of "reincarnation" wasn't entirely accurate in a literal sense. The truth was far more complex, involving the deepest secrets of the soul, consciousness, and existence. It wasn't a simple rebirth; it was something tied to the Chakra itself, an inherited spiritual energy and a Will accumulated across ages. Dan was currently working tirelessly on this difficult research regarding the true nature of the soul—perhaps his most vital long-term project.
As for why he allowed his son Leon the opportunity to challenge this youth, the reason was straightforward. Leon had been suffering from a visible sense of frustration and boredom in recent years due to the lack of a suitable opponent. Leon was a warrior by nature; he lived for combat, breathed for battle, and craved the thrill of a challenge. Without strong adversaries, life had become hollow and meaningless for him. Dan wanted to stimulate him, providing a new glimmer of hope and a distant goal to pursue.
Moreover, Dan knew from his knowledge of the original story that since an Indra Reincarnate had appeared in this era, a carrier of Ashura's Chakra must also exist within the same timeframe. According to the history he remembered, the two had clashed for a thousand years across multiple cycles. However, the specific details of these past battles were never fully explored in the original tale; it focused primarily on the modern era. Perhaps in those previous incarnations, they never reached their ultimate potential, remaining far below their latent capabilities.
Only three eras saw these entities reach the pinnacle of their power: the first generation, the Golden Age of Madara and Hashirama, and finally the absolute peak with Naruto and Sasuke. But in this current era, these carriers might also reach their maximum potential. Why? Because of the presence of a powerful external catalyst—the challenge Leon would provide. A common, overwhelming threat would serve as a motive for their rapid growth.
Even though Dan knew that Leon's current strength already far exceeded what this called "Super Kage" level—placing him closer to the level of the Six Paths (comparable to Madara as the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki) —he was certain of another thing: the carriers of Indra and Ashura's Chakra, with their defiant and stubborn natures, were perfectly compatible with Leon's love for battle. They could truly stimulate his son and provide the excitement he sought. It might not be a challenge strong enough to actually threaten Leon, but it was enough to spark his passion. That was sufficient.
Regarding Hagoromo Otsutsuki (the Sage of Six Paths) or the cunning Black Zetsu, Dan would personally ensure they did not interfere or manipulate the course of events. With his current gargantuan power, he could easily prevent their meddling. He also intended to use this opportunity to send a direct, terrifying warning to Black Zetsu: Do not interfere; stay away from my family.
Had Dan not been concerned about drastically altering the timeline and potentially creating a dangerous, unknown future, he would have erased Black Zetsu from existence long ago. However, an early execution might prevent crucial events from unfolding. For now, a terrifying warning would suffice.
Originally, Dan would not have permitted his children to involve themselves deeply with the Uchiha and Senju clans so early. He preferred to remain secluded, avoiding their eternal conflicts. But Leon's psychological state and obvious frustration had caused Dan to reconsider. He cared deeply for all his children, though his cold and isolated nature often hid his affection.
Furthermore, because his power was increasing continuously without limit, Dan possessed absolute confidence. He knew with total certainty that no living being on this planet—not the Sage, not Zetsu, not even Isshiki Otsutsuki—could seriously harm him or his family. His strength surpassed them all, making this calculated risk acceptable. He could allow Leon to "play" for a while under his watchful eye and total protection.
Clearing his mind of these sprawling thoughts, Dan took a deep, steady breath. He returned his full focus to completing his current research: a powerful and advanced training technique he had been developing with great intensity.
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