Naruto’s Strongest Twin - The Battle Hungry Saiyan (DBZ Dragon Ball)

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In the timeless expanse of the Realm of Time, Ryusei floated at the center of the squad, Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura gravitating naturally around him. The infinite sea of panels stretched endlessly before them, each one pulsing softly with the glow of countless alternate realities. Each panel represented another possibility, another life, another path they might have taken, could still take, or were taking in some far-reaching version of existence.

Ryusei raised his arm, pointing far past the thousands of panels. "Look," he said calmly, his voice carrying through the void as if it were the only sound in the universe. "Can you see us over there? That's the future version of us, looking at a completely different array of panels."

Naruto's eyes widened, filled with excitement as he squinted toward the distant version of their team. He raised a fist enthusiastically. "So… can we go talk to ourselves? It'd be crazy to see what we'll be like!" he asked in typical Naruto style, his energy bounding despite the weight of their situation.

Ryusei couldn't help but smirk at Naruto's infectious enthusiasm, but his gaze remained steady, grounded in the seriousness of their new reality. "No," Ryusei explained, the weight of his voice bringing a solemn edge to the moment. "We can't talk to them—not the way you're thinking. But I do understand how to send messages to myself across these realities. That much I've learned."

Naruto's smile faltered slightly as he considered the gravity of what Ryusei was saying. The vastness of the realm around them wasn't just space—it was filled with consequences, and not all of them were easy to face.

Ryusei's eyes flickered to each of them in turn, making sure they grasped the depth of what he was about to say. "Inside this realm, things work differently. Our present bodies, the ones you're used to… they can merge with the strongest versions of ourselves in these panels. If that happens, we don't get to live again. It's final. Our consciousness becomes one with them permanently."

Sakura's brow furrowed in concern, glancing between Naruto and Sasuke before turning her focus back to Ryusei. "But how is that different from how we got here? What did you do to bring us here safely?"

Ryusei exhaled slowly, choosing his words carefully. "What I did to bring us here… was temporary. I essentially allowed us to move between these timelines without merging into any one version of ourselves. When I traveled through timelines alone, I had to make sacrifices—versions of myself I couldn't avoid merging with. But I learned to navigate it. What's happening now, though… is different."

He paused, his eyes hardening as he gestured to the glowing panels around them. "If we get too close—like within arm's distance—to another version of ourselves, we will be swallowed by our own essence of reality. The subconscious can't truly process the idea that you're from the same timeline. It causes a collapse. We cease to exist as we are."

Naruto's eyes widened even further, and he nervously scratched the back of his head. "Wait, so you're saying… we'd disappear if we got too close to ourselves?"

Ryusei nodded. "Exactly. That's why these versions of ourselves in different timelines are dangerous to interact with. We aren't meant to cross paths. They are the key saviors of their specific realities—just like we are in ours. We each play a part in protecting these timelines, but that means we stay in our lane, so to speak. If we don't, the consequences could unravel everything."

Sasuke, who had been silent until now, narrowed his eyes thoughtfully. "So we can't physically interact with our counterparts… but we can learn from what they're doing."

"Yes," Ryusei confirmed, meeting Sasuke's gaze. "We can observe them, send messages if necessary, but direct contact is too dangerous. They carry the weight of their own world, just as we carry ours."

Naruto, ever the optimist, grinned despite the heavy explanation. "So basically, we're like the shinobi protecting our timeline, while they protect theirs. That's kinda cool when you think about it!"

Sakura's expression softened, the weight of their mission becoming clearer to her. "But it also means we're alone in our fight, doesn't it? No one else can do what we do."

Ryusei's gaze grew distant as he looked once more toward the far-off version of themselves. "Yes… and no. We are alone in our timeline, but knowing there are others like us out there… it strengthens us. It means we're part of something far bigger than we've ever realized."

With a deep breath, Ryusei floated higher into the expanse of panels, and Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura followed suit, their forms bathed in the soft light of the infinite timelines stretching before them. They could feel the weight of their own presence here—how fragile and precious each step in this realm truly was.

As they drifted closer to a panel where their future selves stood, Ryusei spoke again, this time his voice quieter, almost reverent. "We'll watch, we'll learn, and we'll become stronger… but we must be careful. The fate of this timeline depends on it."

They hovered in the vast, unending sea of possibilities, the weight of their journey pressing down on them like the force of countless stars. They were no longer just shinobi—they were the protectors of a reality far greater than they'd ever imagined.

Ryusei drifted further into the void of the Realm of Time, his gaze locked on a particular panel shimmering in front of him. Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura watched curiously as he stopped, floating in place, his eyes narrowing in concentration. There was something different about this panel—it resonated with him on a deeper level. As if calling out.

Without a word, Ryusei raised his hand toward the panel, and in that instant, the space around him shifted. The panel began to glow brighter, the images within it warping and swirling, and then, from its depths, emerged three other versions of Ryusei. They were each distinct in their own way, their forms radiating power unlike anything his current self had seen or felt.

The first version of himself stood tall, draped in a cloak of golden chakra that flickered with the aura of thousands of spirits. His eyes glowed with the wisdom of ages, and his chakra signature seemed to stretch into infinity. Spirit Sage Ryusei, as he had come to be known, wielded the power of the deceased and the ethereal realms.

The second Ryusei floated slightly above the panel, his body wrapped in vibrant blue and red lightning. His movements were quick, flickering between moments, as if time itself bent to his will. Lightning Ryusei held the mastery of speed and time manipulation, a being of pure energy in constant motion.

The third Ryusei, perhaps the most intimidating, stood on the ground, his body covered in black scales that shimmered like polished obsidian. His eyes burned with a fiery intensity, and a massive, coiling dragon aura hovered above him, exuding dominance. Dragon Ryusei, master of the primal forces, a perfect fusion of power and nature.

The three versions of Ryusei stared back at him, their eyes filled with both pride and awe as they took in his younger, less experienced form. For a moment, they simply looked at one another, the vastness of what was happening hanging in the air. Then, without words, the telepathic connection between them all opened, and the conversation began.

Spirit Sage Ryusei was the first to speak, his voice resonating in Ryusei's mind like the sound of distant bells. "I remember these days… when I was still on the path to discovering my true potential. I envy your youth. But your journey has only just begun."

Ryusei's mind buzzed as he processed the sheer presence of his other selves, each one of them leagues beyond the current power he held. He took a breath and responded telepathically. "You're… me. All of you… are different versions of me?"

Dragon Ryusei smirked, his voice a deep rumble. "That's right. You've done well to reach this point, but understand, we are the end of your journey in different ways. Each of us, in our realities, found a path to true mastery. You, too, will find yours."

Ryusei's brow furrowed. "So, you're all from timelines where… we became this strong?"

Lightning Ryusei nodded, his movements swift, his form flickering as he telepathically spoke. "Yes. We are you—just further along. In this realm, we sometimes cross paths with ourselves from different realities. When we do, we send messages to help guide each other. We strengthen ourselves through these brief encounters."

Spirit Sage Ryusei stepped forward, his golden aura expanding slightly. "It's how we grow stronger—not just in our own realities, but across all timelines. Each version of us has learned to harness the power of these connections. When you communicate with your other selves, you're not just sharing information—you're sharing growth."

Ryusei absorbed their words, his mind racing with the possibilities. "So… I can send messages to myself in other realities? Strengthen them, and in turn, strengthen myself?"

Dragon Ryusei's eyes gleamed. "Exactly. But be careful—some versions of you are dangerous to interact with directly. Others are not as noble as we are. The key saviors of those timelines may not always be… the good guys."

Ryusei considered the weight of this knowledge, realizing that the infinite versions of himself were not just allies—they could be adversaries, each with their own goals and motivations. Still, this concept of sharing strength across realities made sense. It explained the instinctual feeling he'd had when encountering his own future self. There was always a deeper connection, one that went beyond physical encounters.

Lightning Ryusei flickered closer. "You need to trust your instincts. Use your infinite knowledge from within. We've each found ways to connect with ourselves in the timelines we cross the most. Those are the versions of us we strengthen. The timelines you reach the most are the ones that need your guidance, and in turn, they will offer you theirs."

Naruto's voice broke the telepathic silence as he observed the interaction, unable to hear the telepathic exchange. "Uh, Ryusei? What's going on?"

Ryusei glanced at Naruto, then back at his counterparts. "I'm learning something important," he said aloud, though his mind was still linked with the other versions of himself. "Something that will help us all."

Spirit Sage Ryusei placed a hand on his younger self's shoulder, the contact sending a wave of energy coursing through Ryusei's body. "Remember this," he said softly. "The power you seek is already within you. It always has been. When you reach for it, when you open yourself to all the possibilities across these panels, you will find that you're capable of more than you've ever imagined."

With that, the telepathic conversation began to fade, the presence of his counterparts slowly retreating back into the depths of their respective panels. But before they disappeared, Dragon Ryusei offered a final piece of advice.

"Do not fear the infinite. Embrace it. And when the time comes, you will not only protect this timeline, but countless others."

As the panels returned to their original form, Ryusei floated in the void, his mind buzzing with new understanding. His younger squadmates looked at him with anticipation, waiting for answers.

He smiled softly, the weight of what he had learned settling into his heart. "We're not alone in this," he said quietly. "There are versions of us, across infinite realities, fighting just as we are. And we'll help each other… in ways we can't even fully understand yet."

As Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura watched in awe, Ryusei sent the glowing panel back into its place in the infinite sea of timelines. His movement was deliberate, his energy calm yet undeniably profound. They could sense it—he had returned from another deep encounter, and once again, he had come back stronger, more enlightened. The questions hung in the air between them: What had he learned? Would he explain this time?

Naruto's eyes flickered with curiosity, the excitement barely contained as he stepped closer. "So… what was that all about, Ryusei? I mean, we've seen a lot of crazy stuff, but that was… different."

Ryusei turned slowly, the faint glow from the panels still reflecting in his eyes. He took in his team—their unwavering loyalty, their strength, and their readiness to dive into the unknown. There was something in their gazes, a mixture of trust and anticipation, that made him pause. He knew they deserved answers, and he would give them.

"They were me," Ryusei said quietly, his voice steady, though his words carried immense weight. "Those versions you saw—they were each me at my peak in alternate timelines. Each one of them found a different path, a different source of power, and mastered it. But what's most important is that they taught me something vital."

Sasuke, always sharp, narrowed his eyes. "Taught you what?"

Ryusei took a deep breath. "That our strength isn't just about what we can do for ourselves. It's about what we do for others—our families, our friends, the people we care about. In every timeline, in every version of me that reached their peak, there was always one thing in common. They all had something to protect. And that… that's where real power comes from."

Naruto's expression softened, his usual boisterous energy momentarily quieted by Ryusei's words. "So… it's about protecting the people we love?"

Ryusei nodded. "Exactly. But it's more than just physical protection. It's about ensuring that the people we care about can live freely, without fear, without being controlled by the dangers we face every day. It's about creating a world where they can thrive."

Sakura tilted her head, her brow furrowing in thought. "And… what did those versions of you say? How do we do that?"

Ryusei looked at them, his gaze piercing yet warm. "Before I answer that, I need to ask you all something. What do you love the most about life? What is it that drives you, that gives you the will to fight every day? And what do you believe it truly takes to keep your families safe?"

The question hung in the air, heavier than any jutsu or battle they'd faced. It was an intimate one, pulling at the deepest parts of their souls, forcing them to confront not just their motivations as shinobi but as individuals.

Naruto was the first to speak, his voice quiet but sure. "What I love most about life? I guess… it's having the freedom to be who I am. And to have the people I care about by my side, no matter what. I fight so that people like me—people who've been alone—don't have to be alone anymore. I want to keep my family safe by making sure they never feel what I felt growing up. That's what matters to me."

Sasuke crossed his arms, his expression thoughtful, though there was a flicker of something deeper in his eyes. "For me, it's about redemption. I've done things I can't undo, but I've found new reasons to keep going. I believe it takes strength—real strength—to keep the people we care about safe. But not just the strength to fight enemies. It's the strength to protect them from ourselves, from our own darkness."

Sakura took a step forward, her voice filled with resolve. "For me, it's love. Not just romantic love, but the love I have for everyone in the village, the bonds we share. I believe it takes wisdom to keep people safe. The strength to fight is important, but knowing when to protect, when to heal, and when to let go… that's what keeps people safe in the long run."

Ryusei listened carefully, his heart swelling with pride as each of them spoke their truths. These were his comrades, his family, and they had already unlocked a part of what made them special—their will to protect what mattered most.

He smiled softly, his eyes glowing faintly with the light of the panels around them. "Each of you is already on the path to unlocking your true potential. That's what those other versions of me taught me. They strengthened themselves not by mastering power alone, but by mastering the purpose behind that power. The will to protect, to ensure that the people they love are safe—that's where the true strength comes from."

He paused, allowing the weight of his words to sink in before continuing. "What we have to do now is unlock that power within ourselves. And we'll do it together. But remember this: the strongest versions of ourselves aren't just the ones who can fight the hardest. They're the ones who understand why they're fighting."

Naruto grinned, his enthusiasm reigniting. "So, we're gonna get even stronger, huh? I like the sound of that!"

Sasuke smirked, though his expression was laced with understanding. "I see… we're not just fighting for ourselves anymore. We're fighting for something bigger."

Sakura smiled, her heart full. "And that's what will make us unstoppable."

Ryusei nodded. "Exactly. We're not alone in this—across all timelines, we're connected. We'll draw strength from every version of ourselves, and in doing so, we'll protect what matters most. Now, let's get ready to unlock the potential waiting inside us."

The team stood together, their bond deepened by the conversation they'd just shared, ready to face whatever challenges awaited them in the vast, infinite realities ahead.