Rain tapped against the roof.
Renji Arakawa lay still on the old futon, his body small but his breath steady. Three years of life in this world had conditioned him to the cold nights and the simple routine of the orphanage. But tonight—tonight was different.
He had just remembered everything.
His past life, the world he came from, the manga and anime he used to watch. And this world—the Naruto world—he was now a part of it.
The thought lingered in his chest like a quietly ticking clock. He didn't panic. He didn't jump out of bed shouting destiny or power. That wasn't him. Renji had lived three years in this world as a normal child. His body was used to the food, the weight of silence, the worn sandals and cold floors. He'd felt the pain of loss, too. The memory of his parents in this life—faint, warm, and gone—kept him grounded.
So when the sudden shimmer of light appeared before his eyes, not entirely visible but unmistakably not natural, he didn't scream.
Instead, he squinted slightly, mind cool and calculating.
> [Simple System – Welcome, Host: Renji Arakawa]
A thin blue interface hovered in his vision, subtle in design—sleek black borders and white glowing text that didn't strain his eyes.
> Main Menu:
1. Profile
2. Store
3. Missions
> Gift Pack Available. Would you like to open it now?
Renji exhaled softly. A system. Makes sense. Too clean of a setup otherwise. He didn't know whether to be annoyed or grateful.
Three years of silence, confusion, and now...a system window.
Mentally, he selected Yes.
> [Opening Gift Pack…]
> Reward 1: Talent – Mental Apex (Advanced Tier)
Description: Your brain has undergone full structural enhancement. Learning, memory, creative processing, and logical deduction are now near-absolute. You surpass the intellectual framework of the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, capable of inventing original arts, decoding advanced theory, and synthesizing combat systems from fragmentary knowledge.
> Note: Dormant until accepted. Syncs during sleep.
Renji's eyes narrowed faintly. "That's... absurd." He didn't say it aloud. Just a breath of thought behind calm eyes. If this was real, then that talent alone could change everything.
But the system continued.
> Reward 2: Adaptive Vessel (Modified Body)
Description: Your body has been rebuilt to be fully compatible with all forms of energy, bloodlines, foreign techniques, and items—including those from beyond this world. Your original vessel would have rejected many such powers, causing breakdown or death. Now, you are a universal conduit.
> Note: Dormant until accepted. Sync during sleep.
That explained something. His body didn't feel different yet, but if that kind of modification was waiting to sync, he'd have to be careful. Even too much good could break a body not built for it.
> Reward 3: Bloodline – Thousand Hands: Pure Lineage (Asura's Descent)
Description: A purified version of the Asura lineage. Grants immense chakra potential, natural affinity toward Wood Release (Mokuton), and spiritual resilience. Over time, latent traits like regenerative ability, spiritual will, and life-force techniques will begin to manifest.
> Note: Dormant. Accept manually. Will begin adapting after chakra awakens. Sync during sleep.
He stared at that one the longest.
Pure Asura lineage. Not diluted Senju. Not halfway inheritance. The real thing. That bloodline wasn't just strong—it was the origin of strength. If this was truly his to grow into... it would make him a one-man clan in time.
Yet, nothing had changed physically. Not yet.
The system awaited his next action.
> Would you like to accept all rewards now?
Renji paused, thought, then selected Accept All.
> Confirmed. All chosen rewards will synchronize during sleep.
Do not resist changes. Minor discomfort may occur.
> Note: Mission tab and Store unlocked post-sync.
> Reminder: Rest is required to complete synchronization.
The screen faded softly, leaving no trace in the air. It wasn't flashy. No dramatic aura. Just information, delivered cleanly.
Renji didn't move from his futon. He simply turned his head, watching the shadowy beams of moonlight shift on the floor. The weight of it all was enormous—yes. But he wasn't overwhelmed. His calm came not from arrogance, but a kind of layered caution. He knew what world this was.
And he also knew how easily lives ended in it.
So, no grand plans tonight. No dreams of beating gods or rewriting destiny. First things first. He would wait. Learn. Build slowly.
He closed his eyes.
Whatever was coming, it would begin with sleep.
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[Simple System – Store Access Granted]
> Categories:
1. Bloodlines – Kekkei Genkai, Dojutsu, Clan Arts, Dimensional Genetics
2. Techniques – Taijutsu, Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, Fuinjutsu, Foreign Arts
3. Tools – Weapons, Scrolls, Seals, Armory (Common to Legendary)
4. Others – Natural Treasures, Healing, Summon Eggs, Spirit Contracts, Unique Materials
> Custom Compilation Enabled.
Host may request categorized lists (e.g., Genjutsu-only, Healing Focused, Long-range Weapons).
> No system limits exist. Growth determined by strategy, timing, and point economy.