Naruto: The Shadow Behind The Scenes

After returning home, Yuto headed to his Dimension Villa. He was about to call for a meeting with his other selves, but before he could speak, the four Yutos instinctively synchronized.

"Let's have the meeting...×4," they all said in unison.

Though they had different roles—Main Yuto, Assistant Yuto, Military Strategist Yuto, and Gene Scientist Yuto—they were, in essence, the same person. Their thoughts melded effortlessly when they were together.

[Ding]

Gaia, the ever-watchful AI, couldn't resist. "Why are you acting like idiots?"

All four Yutos blushed. "If you could see yourself from four perspectives, talk to yourself, and understand yourself that way, you'd be amazed too!"

[Ding]

Gaia sighed. "I can see everything you do because you're all the same idiot."

Jenny, standing nearby, couldn't help but smile. "You act like a genius around outsiders, but with us, you turn into... this."

Yuto's blush deepened. He quickly changed the subject. "Alright, let's get started with the meeting."

Assistant Yuto took the lead. "We need a detailed plan for both the Guild and the Mall. What's the structure? What's the vision?"

"The Mall should be built with bricks, sturdy and welcoming. The Guild should be more imposing, built with heavy stone," said Military Yuto, his voice firm.

Jenny contributed next. "Let's design the Guild to feel dark and oppressive, like the secret organizations from the anime of your previous life. As for the Mall, make it vibrant, full of life and color—something that stands out."

"Let's also add sealing techniques to the walls, so no attacks can penetrate them," suggested Gene Yuto. But then he hesitated, realizing something. "Oh, wait. We don't have sealing techniques... yet."

The others didn't comment on the slip but silently agreed to look into it later.

Jenny chimed in again. "The Mall should have 12 floors, each dedicated to different categories of goods."

Assistant Yuto quickly built on her idea. "The first three floors can sell daily necessities—food, cutlery, clothes, footwear, jewelry—and let's introduce some treats from our past life, like chocolates and snacks."

Gene Yuto nodded. "The next three floors can be for entertainment—casinos, games, massage parlors, and even a bar. We can brew our own wine and beer."

"We should contact Uncle Jack to handle the production of wines and other goods so we can prepare in advance," added Assistant Yuto.

Military Yuto then outlined the next part. "The seventh and eighth floors should focus on ninja tools—kunai, shuriken, detonation charms, smoke bombs. As for the ninth floor, it should be restricted. People need a membership plan to access it. We'll display more advanced items, including scientific ninja tools and products from our past life."

"The top three floors—tenth, eleventh, and twelfth—will be premium-only access," Main Yuto concluded. "These floors will feature high-quality versions of everything sold below, but only for elite customers."

Everyone agreed, but Gaia wasn't finished.

[Ding]

"We should also build a 20- to 30-story underground base beneath every Mall and Guild," Gaia suggested.

"It must be hidden from the Byakugan's insight," added Military Yuto.

"Why not use the top three floors of the underground base for storage?" Jenny proposed.

"In our previous life, people built 15-story bunkers underground. Let's double or triple that," Military Yuto said, rubbing his hands together eagerly.

Everyone agreed, except Gene Yuto, who seemed lost in thought.

"What's on your mind?" they asked.

"I need Byakugan, Sharingan, and... Red Eyes for research," Gene Yuto muttered, almost in a daze.

Curious, Jenny asked, "I know about the Byakugan and Sharingan, but what are Red Eyes?"

[Ding]

"Red Eyes are the nemesis of the Byakugan. They can block perception and shield against insight," Gaia explained.

The room went silent as everyone processed Gaia's revelation. Eyes brightened with understanding—they had found their next objective.

Gene Yuto knew exactly what to do next.

Military Yuto then turned to him. "I want to create abilities similar to these bloodline powers. We'll need to collaborate."

Gene Yuto thought for a moment, then nodded. "Agreed. We'll work together."

With that, the meeting continued, their plans growing ever more ambitious as they laid the foundation for the future of the ninja world.