Seventh Reincarnation
Guardian

"This is..."

Hashirama and Madara capture Coca Cola that Ars throws. Then the memory of 10 years ago reappeared.

"You are Ars?" Madara asked doubtfully.

The appearance of the young man before him had never changed!

"Finally you remember, bad boy." Ars smiled thinly.

"That's really you, Ars? But your appearance is still the same as before!" Hashirama.

"You're still as excited as ever, Hashirama."

"Wow, it's really you!"

Although Hashirama had only met Ars once, the encounter left a deep impression on him.

Ars approached them both, this time both are not in a position to attack.

"What exactly are you?" Without further ado, Madara asked him.

If it was proven the other party was carrying a threat to Konohagakure Village, he would kill him.

"Don't be too tense. Look, Hashirama. He's been drinking my Coca Cola." Ars pointed to Hashirama.

"Hey, Hashirama! Can't you be serious in a situation like this? What if Ars has bad intentions! You're too relaxed!" Shouted Madara annoyed at his friend's reckless behavior.

"Come, Madara. Ars has no bad intentions, I can feel it."

"Where does your confidence come from?"

"You know I mastered Senjutsu (Sage Technique)."

"So that's it."

Madara understood Hashirama's intentions.

As the saying goes, people who know themselves better are often your enemies.

Senjutsu is a special technique that involves the use of natural energy. Hashirama is very sensitive to evil intentions thanks to this.

"Have finished? Hashirama, can you use Mokuton (Wood Release) to create three chairs and a table?"

"No problem."

Hashirama agreed to Ars' simple request. Then from the ground came wood that changed shape into tables and chairs.

"Let's celebrate the formation of Konohagakure Village!"

Ars took a stack of snacks, cookies, various soda drinks and wine.

Seeing food and drink emerge from thin air, Hashirama and Madara guessed it was a technique of space and time.

As the peak experts of this era, the two did not overreact. After all, Hashirama's younger brother, Tobirama, could also use space and time techniques.

"I know there's a lot you ask. Let's talk while we eat. I'm sure you'll love the dishes I serve."

Sitting in a chair, Ars cuts the chiffon cake and eats it.

"Wow, this is so soft and sweet! I've never eaten this particular cake."

Compared to Madara who was still doubtful, Hashirama was straightforward. He sat down and tasted a piece of chiffon cake.

"You... Haaaah..."

Madara sighed, and sat down.

"Madara, try this cake. It's really delicious!" Hashirama said, his cheeks bulging full of cake.

"You're too much."

Taking one piece of chiffon cake, Madara bit off a little.

"It... Delicious." His eyes sparkled brightly.

Although not as good as Hashirama, Madara ate a few more pieces.

"It's nice that you both like it." Ars feels satisfaction.

Culinary in this world is not too developed because people are busy at war. As a result, the food tasted bland due to the lack of variety of herbs and spices.

"Ahem, can you tell me who you are?" Madara.

"I want to know too." Hashirama.

Ars rubbed his chin, pondering where to start the story.

"Hmmm... Before I answer that, I have something to ask. Do you two believe in the existence of Rikudo Sennin?"

"Rikudo Sennin is just a child's bedtime legend."

"I... Believe."

Ars received two different answers. Hashirama did not believe, while Madara did.

"Madara, do you believe that fairy tale? You are such a person."

"What's with that annoying look of pity? I have my own reasons."

"That's a Stone Tablet, right?"

Ars interrupted both conversations.

"Where did you know that?!"

The Stone Tablet was one of the ancestral relics of the Uchiha Clan. Not all clan members knew about this, only the people who had awakened the Mangekyo Sharingan were entitled to know the secrets of the clan.

"How could I not know? The Stone Tablet was left behind by Rikudo Sennin himself to prevent his son's descendants from trying to remake Rinnegan." Ars said lightly.

"If Rikudo Sennin did exist, how would you know? You sound as if..."

From their conversation, Hashirama decided that Rikudo Sennin was not just a legend. He knew Madara would not make jokes.

"As if you knew him." Madara continued Hashirama's sentence.

"Rather than acquaintances, it would more accurately describe our relationship as an enemy." Ars smile.

"That's impossible! If what you say is true, doesn't that mean you have lived for hundreds of years? No human can live that long, not even Rikudo Sennin."

Standing up from the chair, Madara denied.

"I agree with Madara." Hashirama felt that it was too ridiculous.

Ars no wonder the two don't believe it. It is strange that they immediately believe in the absence of evidence.

"Well, that's a reasonable reaction. All right, I'll show you some evidence. Have you ever heard of the weapon that Rikudo Sennin had?"

Hashirama and Madara nodded.

"Don't tell me..."

Before Madara finished the sentence, Ars waved his hand, then five items appeared. They were bottle gourds, rope rigs, large pots, large feather fans, and strange swords.

"As you think. These are Benihisago (Crimson Gourd), Kokinjo (Golden Canopy Rope), Shichiseiken (Seven Star Sword), Kohaku no Johei (Amber Purifying Pot), and Bashosen (Banana Palm Fan). These are all Rikudo Sennin weapons that I have accumulated for 800 years."

Ars didn't waste his time playing around. During his wanderings, he collected Rikudo Sennin's weapons as collectibles.

"It's original."

Using the Sharingan, Madara verified their authenticity. He felt that there was a unique power in each weapon.

"It's hard to believe, so the legend is real.... Wait a minute, you said you were an enemy of Rikudo Sennin. Doesn't that mean you're the enemy of the world?"

Hashirama realized something important.

In legend, Rikudo Sennin was considered a god because he had taught Ninjutsu to humans. That means he's the enemy of mankind.

"Don't look at me with hostility. Despite being an enemy, I really didn't do anything bad. It's just that Rikudo Sennin is too stubborn!"

Then Ars revealed the fact that he was an inter-world explorer. However, his arrival was not welcomed by Rikudo Sennin.

Hashirama and Madara listened seriously.

"intriguing. There is life other than this planet. It broadens my view."

After Ars showed a lot of evidence, Madara believed him.

"It's amazing... It turns out that there was only one month, but because of you, there are now two moons in the sky." Hashirama exclaimed in admiration.

Ars drank Fanta, his throat was dry after a long story. After all, this is just a clone, and it will still feel tired.

"Well, can I stay in Konohagakure Village for a while? At least until my main body has finished cultivating."

Ars wanted to witness the development of Konosuba Village with his own eyes. It can also be considered as a form of entertainment in itself.

When Hashirama agreed, he was stopped by Madara.

"What is the advantage for us?"

"Madarah!"

"Send this matter to me."

"You... Alright."

Seeing Madara's serious gaze, Hashirama let him.

"What do you want?" Ask Ars.

"Be a guardian (Guardian) and protect Konohagakure Village for 100 years."

Madara will be crowned Hokage, so he begins to act in the interest of the village.

"The condition is too heavy." Ars pretends to be reluctant.

"Even though you're just a clone, if what you're all saying is true. At least Konohagakure Village will be safe for generations to come."

This is the insurance Madara prepared for Konohagakure Village. He knew no matter how much strength they achieved, they could not escape death.

He wanted Ars to act as his guardian and dispel all threats to Konohagakure Village after his death and Hashirama.

Madara believes Konohagakure Village will be targeted because of its fertile soil. Right now, no one dared to think of this idea when he and Hashirama were alive, but what about after they both died?

"For you, 100 years isn't long. I'll give you the best location in the village, how?"

Hashirama was also aware of Madara's intentions, and tried to persuade Ars.

"Hmmm... All right, I agree to be a guardian."

Pretending to reflect, Ars agreed.

"Welcome to Konohagakure Village!"

Hashirama smiled broadly as he extended his hand.

Ars shaking hands with Hashirama and Madara.